In November, Stellantis recalled over 32,000 Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrids due to fire risks, cautioning owners against parking near flammable structures until repairs were completed. This wasn’t the first time the 4xe models faced…
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Rivian Revealed 2026 R2 Model Featuring Rooftop Tent Equipped with Movie Projector
Recently introduced, the captivating Rivian R2 is set to captivate with its distinctive design, attractive pricing, and innovative features, including a movie projector nestled within an optional rooftop tent. In a discussion with TechCrunch, Brian…
BMW Considers Legal Action Over BYD’s ‘Dolphin Mini’ Trademark For Electric Car
BMW, the parent company of the Mini brand, is considering legal options in response to a trademark application filed by Chinese Electric Car Manufacturer BYD for the ‘Dolphin Mini’ city hatch. The trademark, submitted on…
2025 Maserati GranTurismo And GranCabrio: Pricing And Powertrain Highlights For Australia
Maserati has revealed the local pricing for the eagerly anticipated new-generation GranTurismo coupe and GranCabrio convertible, set to hit Australian shores later this year. Order books are now open for both models, providing enthusiasts with…
Scout’s ‘Back to Work’ Video: Celebrating History And Pioneering Spirit In The SUV Segment
Volkswagen’s latest promotional effort for the new Scout, titled “Back to Work,” is a 2:09 video that emphasizes the brand’s rich history, work ethic, and pioneering spirit. Reminiscent of the Little Red House a symbolic…
GTRevival: Revamping Sim Racing with Modern Physics Engine & Classic Cars
Ian Bell, CEO of Straight4 Studios, revealed a startling insight into the sim racing genre, highlighting that most physics engines currently in use date back a decade or more, some even stretching two or three…
Upcoming Autopilot Trial to Assess Tesla’s Driver Responsibility Defense
Six weeks before the initial fatal accident involving Tesla’s Autopilot in 2016, Jon McNeill, the automaker’s president, tested the system in a Model X and provided feedback via email to Sterling Anderson, the head of…
Upcoming Facelift for 2025 BMW M4 Introduces Price Hike, as Indicated by Configurator
BMW has revealed the pricing for the 2025 M4 Coupe and M4 Convertible despite it being only the third month of 2024. The configurator for the US market is now accessible on BMW’s website, providing…
Revolutionizing Lunar Imaging: NASA’s Next-Gen Camera for Artemis Missions
Despite the postponement of the second and third Artemis missions by a year, the plans for returning humans to the Moon are still in motion, with a target date of 2026 at the earliest for…
The 1982 Chevrolet Caprice and Its Impact on the Legacy of Diesel Cars
We often focus on high-end hypercars, but let’s spare a moment to think about the average person. Not everyone can afford fancy new vehicles, let alone electric ones. Remember when the CEO of Kellogg’s suggested…
The Power Of Ethanol: How It Surpasses Gasoline In Engine Performance
The potency of ethanol in generating power compared to gasoline may seem counterintuitive given that ethanol contains two-thirds less energy per unit volume than gasoline. However, engines burning ethanol often produce more power than those…
China’s BYD, the Biggest Electric Car Maker, Isn’t Coming to America Yet
China’s BYD has emerged as a powerhouse in the electric vehicle (EV) market, overtaking Tesla’s long-held dominance with a remarkable surge in sales. However, despite its global aspirations, BYD is not currently eyeing the United…
Helmut Marko’s Red Bull Future: Positive Talks Amidst Speculation
Following rumors of a potential suspension from the Red Bull team, Helmut Marko, the team’s advisor, has addressed the situation after a meeting in Saudi Arabia. During the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix weekend, Marko revealed…
Android Auto 11.5: AI Message Summaries & Enhanced Integration
Android Auto 11.5 has been released to the production channel following a week-long beta phase. Google has commenced the public rollout of Android Auto version 11.5 through the Google Play Store, adhering to its staged…
Cyanos: Sureshot’s Award-Winning Harley Bobber at Mooneyes
The Yokohama Hot Rod Custom Show, an annual event hosted by Mooneyes, serves as a showcase for Japan’s most esteemed custom bike builders. Among them is Takuya Aikawa, operating under the banner of Sureshot with…
Police: Impostors Posing as Buyers of Mercedes-Maybach Steal Lamborghini Aventador
A Lamborghini Aventador was stolen in Ontario, Canada, on Tuesday by an individual posing as a potential buyer who requested a test drive, according to police reports. The theft took place in a parking lot…
Custom Bentaygas Pay Tribute to the Iconic ‘Bentley Girls’ of the 1920s
Bentley has revealed three unique Bentayga SUVs paying homage to the illustrious ‘Bentley Girls’ of the 1920s: Mary Petre Bruce, Dorothy Paget, and Diana Barnato. Crafted in celebration of International Women’s Day and Women’s History…
United Boeing 777 Loses Tire Mid-Flight, Damaging Cars in Parking Lot
Following takeoff, a harrowing incident unfolded as a 265-pound wheel detached from a United Airlines jet, careening into multiple cars in a nearby parking lot. The flight, en route to Osaka, Japan, was forced to…
Chevy Blazer EV: Resuming Sales with Enhanced Options
The 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV has emerged unscathed from a temporary halt in sales due to software-related issues, allowing dealerships to resume deliveries and offering customers updated options and pricing. The entry-level Blazer EV, the…
Classic Restoration Opportunity: 1959 Chevrolet El Camino on eBay
Chevrolet responded to the success of the Ford Ranchero by introducing the El Camino, positioning it as a competitor to its rival’s model. Debuting in 1959, the El Camino adopted a proven styling approach, leveraging…
Toyota Tacoma 4WD Failure: Diagnosis and Solution
In February 2024, Roman Mica and Andre Smirnov from The Fast Lane took delivery of a 2024 Toyota Tacoma. Less than a month later, while navigating sub-zero off-road conditions, Roman heard a loud noise, leading…
Stellantis Safety Recall: Tire Placard Label Inaccuracy
Stellantis inadvertently misstated the maximum vehicle capacity weight value on the tire placard label affixed to 36,093 crossovers manufactured for the US market, along with an additional 5,878 units for Canada. This issue affects the…
Denny Hamlin Anticipates Improvement at his Historically Challenging Oval
Throughout much of the previous season, Toyota vehicles encountered difficulties on shorter tracks, with Hamlin securing the manufacturer’s lone victory on an asphalt track measuring a mile or less (the fall Bristol race). The team,…
IndyCar St. Petersburg: Felix Rosenqvist Leads the Way in Opening Practice
Running on the more forgiving alternate tires, Swedish driver Felix Rosenqvist set an impressive lap time of 1m00.3390s at the 1.8-mile, 14-turn temporary street circuit, catapulting to the top of the leaderboard during the final…
Insights into F1 Tech: Pit Lane Tech Images Decoded for Saudi Arabian GP
McLaren has introduced modifications to its rear wing design specifically for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. The adjustments include a dipped section in the center of both the mainplane and upper flap, as well as…