Toyota is already contending with problems tied to its V6 engines, and now fresh trouble has emerged, this time involving its four-cylinder hybrid lineup. Toyota has issued a safety recall affecting approximately 55,000 hybrid vehicles,…
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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.
Kia Secures Government Grant Approval for EV4 and PV5 Passenger, Cutting Entry Prices
Kia UK has confirmed that the EV4 and PV5 Passenger have become the brand’s first models to qualify for the Government’s Electric Car Grant (ECG), allowing eligible versions to benefit from a £1,500 reduction on…
Dodge’s Electric Charger Daytona Scat Pack Takes a Near-$10K Leap for 2027
The Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack has taken a significant step up in price for the 2027 model year, firmly establishing itself as the centerpiece of the brand’s electric future. Dodge has officially opened orders…
Ford Scraps Massive LG Battery Agreement as It Rethinks Its European EV Strategy
Ford has officially pulled the plug on a $6.5 billion EV battery supply agreement with South Korea’s LG Energy Solution, cancelling a major contract that was intended to support Ford’s European electric vehicles well into…
Patent Images Reveal the Next-Gen 2027 Chevrolet Silverado, and It’s a Familiar Evolution
The Chevrolet Silverado remains one of America’s top-selling vehicles, with buyers snapping up 560,264 units last year alone, including 358,771 Silverado 1500s. But despite those strong numbers, the current generation is clearly showing its age.…
Mercedes’ New CLA Hybrid Has a Global Powertrain Along With Fully Electric Variant
Mercedes-Benz has expanded the CLA lineup once again, and this latest addition stands apart in more ways than one. While it sits alongside the fully electric CLA, this version takes a different route entirely. It’s…
After Years of Theft and Pressure, Hyundai and Kia Finally Roll Out a Nationwide Fix
Millions of Hyundai and Kia owners in the U.S. are finally getting a long-overdue security fix, years after a surge in thefts exposed serious vulnerabilities in the automakers’ vehicles. The response comes after mounting pressure…
Ford Enlists Renault to Crack the Code on Affordable Electric Cars in Europe
Ford is turning to a long-time rival to tackle one of its biggest challenges in Europe: figuring out how to build electric cars that everyday buyers can realistically afford. By outsourcing production of its next…
GM Bets on Built-In Apple Music to Make CarPlay Less Essential in New Chevys and Cadillacs
General Motors is making a calculated play that could have drivers questioning how much they really rely on Apple CarPlay. As of now, the automaker is rolling out native Apple Music integration across select 2025…
EU Softens 2035 Combustion Ban, Giving Carmakers Room to Keep ICE Alive
The European Union (EU) has abandoned its planned 2035 ban on the sale of new combustion-engined vehicles following sustained and intensive lobbying from car manufacturers. Under the revised framework, starting in 2035 automakers will instead…
Mitsubishi Confirms UK Return With Outlander PHEV and L200 in 2026
Mitsubishi is set to make its return to the UK market in 2026, with the Outlander PHEV and L200 pick-up scheduled to arrive in limited numbers from the summer. These two models will represent the…
Tesla Cybertruck Passes America’s Toughest Safety Tests, But Europe Still Isn’t Buying It
Tesla has proven that the Cybertruck can protect its occupants in the United States, but meeting Europe’s far stricter standards for everyone outside the vehicle is a very different challenge. Whether you admire it, despise…
Dodge Hornet and Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEVs Face Brake Pedal Recall
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has confirmed that additional Dodge Hornet and Alfa Romeo Tonale plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) may have brake pedals that could snap off, posing a serious safety risk.…
Dacia Spring EV Upgrades Deliver More Power and Lower Prices
Dacia revealed its upgraded Spring EV in October, and the electric city car now goes on sale from just £12,240 thanks to Dacia’s own £3,750 EV Grant. The original Dacia Spring was deemed too basic…
Nissan Refreshes the 2026 Altima With New Features, But Cuts Back the Lineup
Nissan is keeping the Altima in the game for 2026, but not without making some tough decisions along the way. While the midsize sedan picks up new equipment and a fresh Midnight Edition, the automaker…
Ford Pulls the Plug on the Electric F-150 Lightning, But Reinvents It With an Extended-Range Future
Ford has officially confirmed that the fully electric F-150 Lightning will end production later this year. However, despite shutting down the current model, the Lightning name itself isn’t being retired. The future of the Ford…
Dealers Leaving Used EV Sales on the Table by Skipping Battery Health Data
Retailers may be missing a clear opportunity to boost used EV sales by failing to include battery health information in vehicle listings. The automotive retail technology firm says just 28% of retailers currently include battery…
BMW Launches New Battery Recycling Facility in Bavaria to Support Closed-Loop Cell Production
BMW Group and Encory GmbH have officially brought a new Cell Recycling Competence Center (CRCC) online in Salching, Lower Bavaria. The site will employ an in-house direct recycling process designed to recover raw materials from…
Nissan Appoints Victor Taylor to Lead U.S. Manufacturing Operations in Leadership Reshuffle
Nissan has announced changes to its U.S. manufacturing leadership, naming Victor Taylor as Division Vice President overseeing US Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain Management and Production Engineering. The move is part of the automaker’s multi-year Re:Nissan…
Xpeng Confirms Malaysian EV Production Hub as Part of Global Expansion Push
Xpeng has announced a new partnership with Malaysian manufacturing group EP Manufacturing Berhad (EPMB) to establish local electric vehicle production in Malacca, with mass manufacturing slated to begin in 2026. The site will become the…
BMW UK Readies Nationwide Launch of Keyloop’s Fusion Retail Technology Platform
BMW UK has begun laying the groundwork for the rollout of Keyloop’s next-generation Fusion automotive retail platform, following presentations to more than 100 dealer partners from the German brand. Keyloop is already a preferred technology…
Porsche Rolls Out Next-Generation Digital Configurator for Cayenne Electric
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…
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…