Electric vehicles account for just over eight percent of new car sales in Australia, so they remain far from dominant. Even so, competition in the segment has intensified sharply in recent years, driven largely by…
Author: Maria Byrd
Maria Byrd blends automotive journalism with a lifestyle lens, focusing on the intersection of design, comfort, and culture in today’s vehicles. At Dax Street, she covers luxury interiors, cutting-edge features, and the evolving role of cars in daily life. With a background in design and consumer trends, Maria’s work highlights the finer details—from the stitching on a leather seat to the UX of a next-gen infotainment system.
Aston Martin Cuts Jobs After Challenging Year of Trade Pressures
Aston Martin announced on Wednesday that it will reduce its global workforce by 20 percent, citing the impact of tariffs on its profitability. The British luxury automaker did not specify when the layoffs would occur…
Stellantis Reports €22.3B Loss Following Major Strategy Overhaul
Stellantis has reported a €22.3 billion ($26.3 billion) net loss for 2025, marking the first annual loss since the automotive group was created in January 2021 through the 50/50 merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA)…
Porsche Three-Row SUV Strategy Includes Audi Q9 Partnership
Initially conceived as an EV-exclusive model, Porsche’s forthcoming three-row SUV is now expected to offer V6 and V8 gasoline engines. Porsche is moving forward with plans to introduce a third SUV badge, broadening its portfolio…
Volvo Introduces More Accessible EX30 With 339 km Range
Volvo is introducing a new 110 kW powertrain and vehicle-to-load functionality to the EX30 for the forthcoming model year. Volvo Cars has confirmed a series of updates for the EX30 ahead of the next model…
Mazda Weighs Hybrid vs. Synthetic Fuel for Upcoming MX-5
A Mazda executive indicated that synthetic fuel may allow the MX-5 Miata to preserve its defining characteristics, particularly its lightweight construction. The current ND-generation MX-5 Miata has been on sale for more than a decade,…
Lawsuit Alleges Tesla Prioritized H-1B Hires Amid US Layoffs
The lawsuit alleges that Tesla violated federal civil rights law by prioritizing visa holders over U.S. citizens. A federal judge in San Francisco has ruled that Tesla must respond to a lawsuit accusing the company…
Ford Recalls 412,000+ Explorer SUVs Over Rear Suspension Defect
2017–2019 models are being recalled for a defect that has persisted for more than five years. Ford Motor Company is recalling 412,774 Ford Explorer SUVs from model years 2017–2019 due to a rear suspension toe…
Wayve Moves Into Commercial Phase With $1.5bn Funding Injection
With US$1.5bn raised and Uber as a distribution partner, Wayve prepares to test its autonomous model against more established rival Waymo. Wayve has secured US$1.5bn in a Series D funding round, lifting its valuation to…
Premium Paint Removed as Model S and X Near Possible Phase-Out
Certain vehicles define an automaker’s trajectory. For Tesla, the Model S and Model X played that role. The Model S Plaid became widely recognized through viral drag race videos showing it outperforming high-end supercars, while…
Slate Aims to Undercut Maverick With $25K Electric Pickup
Slate Auto CEO Chris Barman has reiterated the company’s commitment to launching its electric pickup at a mid-$20,000 starting price, reinforcing earlier claims that it aims to deliver the most affordable EV truck in the…
43,000 GM SUVs Recalled for Potential Transmission Failure
General Motors has issued a recall affecting 43,732 full-size SUVs due to a transmission defect that can cause the rear wheels to lock. The problem centers on certain 2022 model-year vehicles equipped with a 10-speed…
VW Tiguan R Spotted Testing With Quad Exhaust and Bigger Brakes
Volkswagen appears to be developing a high-performance version of the European-market Volkswagen Tiguan, potentially positioning it as a rival to the sportier trims of the Toyota RAV4 lineup. However, unlike Toyota’s plug-in hybrid performance approach,…
Federal Court Affirms $243M Ruling in Fatal Tesla Autopilot Case
A federal judge has declined to overturn a $243 million jury verdict against Tesla stemming from a fatal 2019 crash involving Autopilot, reaffirming a finding that the automaker bore partial responsibility alongside the driver. At…
Limited-Production NISMO 400R Highlights 2026 Amelia Auction Lineup
While low-mileage R34-generation Nissan Skyline GT-Rs typically command the spotlight among collectors, the Nismo 400R occupies a different category altogether. Based on the R33-generation Skyline GT-R, often overshadowed by the R32 and R34, the 400R…
Aston Martin Profit Warning Highlights Impact of U.S. Trade Costs
Aston Martin has cautioned that its profits for 2025 are set to come in below previous expectations, attributing the shortfall in part to the ongoing impact of US tariffs. The British manufacturer has faced declining…
Nissan Rogue Recall Expanded Over Potential Engine Failure and Loss of Power
Nissan’s VC-Turbo engine continues to face mounting scrutiny. Last year, nearly 444,000 Nissan and Infiniti models were recalled due to manufacturing defects involving engine bearings. Now, the automaker has initiated two additional recalls targeting 2023–2025…
2026 Cybertruck Gets a $20,000 Price Cut with New Base AWD Trim
Tesla has rolled out a new Dual-Motor All-Wheel-Drive version of the Cybertruck, establishing a lower entry point in the lineup. Priced at $59,990, this configuration undercuts the Premium AWD model by $20,000, making it the…
GM Boosts Canada Facility Ahead of Next-Gen Silverado and Sierra Launch
General Motors is preparing to roll out the redesigned Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra later this year. In advance of their launch, the company has been detailing a number of investments aimed at supporting production…
10 Cars That Make Road Trips Feel Effortless
There’s a big difference between a car that merely gets you there and one that makes the journey feel smooth, quiet, and stress-free. In the United States, where road trips often stretch hundreds of miles…
12 New Engines Known for Crossing 300,000 Miles With Basic Care
For most American drivers, hitting 200,000 miles already feels like a major victory. But quietly, a select group of modern engines keeps going far beyond that milestone often reaching 300,000 miles or more with nothing…
10 Interior Plastics That Don’t Crack After a Decade
Modern vehicles rely heavily on plastic, dashboards, door cards, center consoles, switchgear, and trim pieces are all molded composites designed to keep weight down and costs manageable. Unfortunately, not all plastics age equally. In hot…
8 Modern Cars With Repair Costs That Make No Sense
Over the past decade, automakers have made meaningful gains in safety, fuel efficiency, and in-car technology. Turbocharging has replaced large-displacement engines, advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) have become mainstream, and interiors now resemble consumer electronics more…
8 New Hatchbacks That Carry Bikes Without Removing Wheels
For cyclists, hatchbacks occupy a rare sweet spot. They’re compact enough for city life, efficient enough for daily commuting, yet flexible enough to haul serious gear. A big advantage over sedans is the vertical cargo…
How Rivian Is Improving Its Amazon Delivery Vans
Rivian’s Electric Delivery Van (EDV) is set to gain greater range and enhanced capability, extending both how far and where it can operate. Rivian’s Electric Delivery Van, commonly referred to as the EDV, has become…