Porsche has revealed a new digital visualization platform for the Cayenne Electric and Cayenne Turbo Electric, designed to let customers and dealers configure vehicles through interactive 3D and 2D views with highly photorealistic detail. Developed…
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Elizabeth Taylor covers the evolving world of cars with a focus on smart tech, luxury design, and the future of mobility. At Dax Street, she brings a fresh perspective to everything from electric vehicles to classic icons, delivering stories that blend industry insight with real-world relevance.
Affordable New Cars Are Vanishing as Buyers Keep Spending Big in 2025
If you were counting on easing interest rates, richer incentives, or simple buyer fatigue to finally pull new-car prices back down, the latest data suggests that’s not happening anytime soon. Fresh numbers paint a clear…
Milltek’s Nürburgring-Tuned Exhausts Turn Up the Volume on Hyundai’s N Cars
Milltek Sport has revealed a new Nürburgring-developed exhaust lineup for Hyundai’s N performance models, delivering sharper throttle response and a more aggressive soundtrack for drivers of the brand’s most hardcore offerings. The UK-based exhaust specialist…
Polaris Makes Its Wildest Machine Even More Upscale With the 2026 Slingshot Lineup
If you think supercars define the limits of roadgoing insanity, think again. The Polaris Slingshot remains one of the most extreme vehicles you can legally drive on public roads, and for 2026, it returns with…
Porsche Reverses Course as Next-Gen 718 Boxster and Cayman Return to Petrol Power
Porsche is reworking its next-generation 718 Boxster and Cayman architecture to accommodate petrol engines, marking a sharp reversal of earlier plans to make the sports car duo electric-only. Production of the fourth-generation Boxster and Cayman…
Renault Pulls Plug on Mobilize Duo Quadricycle Ahead of UK Launch
Renault has cancelled plans to sell its electric Mobilize Duo quadricycle in the UK, ending production before the model ever reached the market and pointing to “limited profitability prospects” as the reason behind the decision.…
Volkswagen Gen.Urban: VW’s Autonomous Taxi Set to Challenge Tesla Cybercab
The new Volkswagen Gen.Urban is currently being deployed to test Volkswagen’s forthcoming autonomous-driving technology. Testing is taking place on public roads in Volkswagen’s home city of Wolfsburg, with VW confirming that the Gen.Urban is now…
Lotus Eletre PHEV Leaks: 952 HP Super-SUV to Debut in 2026
Lotus appears to be softening its all-electric ambitions as market trends shift. Not long ago, the British automaker seemed fully committed to an electric-only future. That plan, however, has been scaled back as global EV…
GWM Reveals Tank 700 in Dubai, Redefining Luxury Off-Road SUVs
Global automaker GWM (Great Wall Motor) has officially revealed its flagship Tank 700 in Dubai, marking a significant step forward in its “Accelerate Beyond 2026” strategy as the Chinese company expands further into the Middle…
Changan Hits 30 Million Vehicle Milestone, Eyes NEV and Global Expansion
Changan Automobile has become the first Chinese automaker to produce 30 million vehicles, reaching this historic milestone on December 9, 2025. The milestone vehicle was an AVATR 12, part of Changan’s joint venture with CATL…
Volkswagen Recalls 311 ID.4 EVs Over Battery Fire Risk
Volkswagen is recalling certain ID.4 electric vehicles due to a potential fire hazard linked to irregularities in the high-voltage battery cells. The automaker is advising owners to park their EVs outside after charging and avoid…
California Proposes Per-Mile Road Tax for EV Owners Amid Declining Gas Revenue
California is exploring a new way to make electric vehicle (EV) owners contribute to road funding, raising questions about privacy, long-distance commutes, and who ultimately pays the bill. The state’s ambitious plan to reach carbon…
Mercedes G-Wagon Gets a Little Smaller, But the Badass Factor Remains
Mercedes-Benz is developing a smaller, electric version of its iconic G-Class, and early signs suggest it will retain the rugged, boxy design that fans know and love. Several camouflaged prototypes have been spotted in testing…
Mazda and Alfa Romeo Lag Behind Competitors in Car App Ratings
A new study reveals that connectivity issues have turned off some owners from using their car manufacturer apps. Mini took the top spot for customer satisfaction among mass-market brands, while 61 percent of app users…
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Facelift Spotted in UAE as Robotaxi: Level 4 Autonomy and MB.OS Upgrades Expected
Mercedes-Benz has partially revealed its next-generation S-Class in the UAE, serving as a robotaxi prototype. These driverless taxis are intended to act as a rolling laboratory for Mercedes-Benz’s autonomous technology, giving the company real-world testing…
Ford Fiesta Set for Next Chapter as Battery-Powered City Car
Ford appears poised to re-enter the compact car segment after a multi-year absence. The beloved Fiesta, retired globally in 2023 and earlier in the U.S., may make a comeback as an electric vehicle thanks to…
GM V8 Recall Backfires as Federal Court Approves Class-Action Case
General Motors is now facing significant legal challenges over problems with its 6.2-liter V8 L87 engines. The issue first drew the attention of federal regulators after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) received more…
Vauxhall Astra 2026 Gains Eye-Catching Facelift and Bigger Electric Battery
Vauxhall has updated the Astra with a refreshed design inspired by the brand’s 2023 Experimental concept, along with an increased range for the electric version. The facelifted front end now highlights Vauxhall’s ‘Compass’ motif, previously…
Kia Seltos Launches in UK and Europe as Bold, Lifestyle-Focused SUV
Kia has revealed the second-generation Seltos, and the popular SUV is set to arrive in the UK and Europe for the first time next year. Slightly larger than the Niro but not as long, wide,…
Bentley Bentayga Hybrid Recall Initiated Over Potential Battery Issue
Bentley has issued a recall for a limited number of Bentayga Hybrid SUVs after Samsung SDI, the supplier of the vehicle’s 18 kWh high-voltage battery cells, alerted the automaker to a potential battery pack fault.…
Cupra Born Gets Subtle Refresh Ahead of 2026 Raval EV Launch
Cupra may be preparing to capture attention in 2026 with the all-new Raval subcompact EV, but the brand hasn’t forgotten the model that helped define its electric identity. Fresh spy shots of a lightly camouflaged…
Kia PV5 Cargo Secures Euro NCAP Five-Star Rating and Global Recognition
The Kia PV5 Cargo has achieved the highest possible five-star rating in the 2025 Euro NCAP Commercial Van Safety assessment, reaffirming Kia’s leadership in delivering safe and practical electric mobility for commercial customers across Europe.…
Ford and Renault Join Forces to Bring Budget-Friendly EVs to Europe
Ford is signaling that more budget-friendly electric vehicles are on the horizon. A newly announced partnership will see two Ford-branded EVs enter the lineup, though the collaboration is just the beginning. “We know we’re in…
Genesis’ Stunning G90 Wingback Wagon Rekindles Hopes for a Performance Long-Roof
Genesis just can’t resist dropping concepts that edge closer to reality with every reveal. The G90 Wingback is one of the most intriguing yet, suggesting the Korean luxury brand might actually be entertaining the idea…
Tacoma Hybrid’s 400% Sales Surge Shows Toyota Was Right About Hybrids
If there’s one thing Toyota has no trouble doing, it’s moving metal. The wildly popular RAV4 crossover was the world’s best-selling individual model last year, and even with a new generation on the way, the…