Hennessey has never been subtle about its approach to performance trucks, and its latest creation is a very American kind of statement piece. To celebrate 250 years of American independence, the Texas-based tuner has unveiled…
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.
Audi CEO Says Renaming the Lineup Was a Mistake After Electrification
Audi has acknowledged that a recent attempt to overhaul its vehicle naming strategy backfired, leaving customers confused and the brand scrambling to undo the damage. While the company has also been dealing with softer sales…
Tesla’s New Model Y AWD Brings Dual-Motor Power for Just $2,000 More
Tesla has addressed one of the biggest complaints about the Model Y lineup by introducing a new, more affordable all-wheel-drive variant in the United States. Priced at $41,990, the new Model Y All-Wheel Drive significantly…
China’s Auto Market Faces Reality Check as BYD Growth Stalls
BYD’s sales slump deepened in January, with the company reporting its fifth straight month of year-on-year declines as demand in its home market remained under pressure. The automaker sold 210,051 new energy vehicles (NEVs) globally…
Ford F-150 Transmission Behavior Flags Potential Loss-of-Control Risk
Federal safety regulators are taking a closer look at reports that certain Ford F-150 pickups can unexpectedly downshift on their own, escalating a long-running investigation into a more intensive technical review. What began as a…
Tesla Details Why Fewer Seats Could Mean More Robotaxi Profit
Tesla is framing its robotaxi plans not around a single futuristic vehicle, but as a complete fleet-based operating model. The company argues that success in autonomous ride-hailing will be driven by revenue per paid mile…
NHTSA Investigation Leads to 570,000 Hyundai Palisades Recall
More than 568,000 Hyundai Palisades are being recalled due to faulty third-row side curtain airbags. The NHTSA first identified the issue in April last year, and Hyundai’s investigation is ongoing. A remedy is not expected…
Tesla to Spend US$20bn in 2026, Repositions as AI and Robotics Firm
Tesla is dropping its premium Model S and Model X vehicles to clear the way for a bold and still untested push into humanoid robotics. Tesla said it plans to more than double its capital…
Mercedes-Benz Tests Hydrogen Long-Haul Viability With 100 NextGenH2 Trucks
Mercedes-Benz plans to build 100 NextGenH2 hydrogen-powered trucks for customer use beginning at the end of 2026, aiming for a long-haul driving range of more than 1,000 kilometers. Daimler Truck will produce 100 hydrogen-powered NextGenH2…
Nissan Simulates 130,000 Miles of Abuse to Validate Frontier Engine
Nissan subjects the Frontier’s V6 engine to punishing temperatures and heavy loads to replicate roughly 130,000 miles of driving, establishing a high durability standard for midsize pickup trucks. After testing, engines undergo detailed inspections and…
Bentley Continental GT S Refines the Performance-Luxury Sweet Spot
More power, more torque, and Bentley’s so-called Performance Active Chassis. The Continental GT S features a 671-horsepower hybrid V8 with improved acceleration and sharper handling. Highlights include a more aggressive chassis setup, Blackline exterior details,…
Ram 1500 EcoDiesel Settlement Could Pay Eligible Owners Up to $3,575
A class action settlement related to a potential fire hazard in certain Ram 1500 trucks could lead to cash payments of up to $3,575, along with additional reimbursements for qualifying owners. Ram has once again…
Hyundai Rethinks the Santa Fe With a Dramatically Updated 2027 Model
The updated crossover could arrive next year featuring a redesigned infotainment system and an electrified powertrain. It may debut next year with a completely revised front fascia and a refreshed rear end. The crossover could…
Volvo Eyes a Bigger SUV as Demand Grows Beyond the XC90
The Swedish automaker is exploring the idea of a larger, full-size SUV, though scaling up comes with certain challenges. Volvo is evaluating the launch of a full-size, three-row SUV to address rising demand in the…
Chevy Gives Corvette Buyers a Rare Chance to Build Their Own Engine
Buyers of the Chevrolet Z06, ZR1, and ZR1X will be able to take part in a special hands-on program this spring and will receive exclusive keepsakes to mark the occasion. Participants assemble their engine alongside…
Audi U.S. Factory Plans Stall Over Tariffs and Labor Costs
Tariffs, tight budgets, and union negotiations mean Audi is no closer to finalizing a U.S. production site. Tennessee and South Carolina are both interested, but costs and labor issues complicate the decision. Without domestic production,…
Nissan Showcasing Solar-Powered EV Concept That Cuts Charging Needs
Nissan has introduced a solar-powered Ariya concept featuring 3.8m² of photovoltaic panels capable of adding up to 23 km of range per day under optimal conditions. Nissan has revealed a solar-integrated Ariya concept, outfitted with…
Rivian Recalls R1T and R1S Trucks Over Seat Belt Bolt Issue
Rivian will inspect and, if necessary, re-secure second-row seat belt retractor assemblies on certain R1T and R1S vehicles at no cost to owners. Rivian recalls 869 R1T and R1S vehicles due to improperly tightened seat…
10 Best-Looking Supercars Ever Built That Are Still Relevant
Beauty in the supercar world is not just about speed or status it’s about proportion, intent, and emotion. The greatest supercars don’t merely look fast; they communicate purpose while standing still. Their designs age gracefully,…
15 Rarest Lamborghini Models Ever Produced
Lamborghini has long been synonymous with extreme performance, audacious styling, and an unrelenting pursuit of automotive drama. From the moment Ferruccio Lamborghini founded the company in 1963, the brand has cultivated an aura of exclusivity,…
5 Best Luxury Cars That Fit City Life vs 5 That Feel Excessive
Luxury cars have always represented success, taste, and technological ambition but not every luxury vehicle makes sense in a dense urban environment. American cities are tighter, busier, and more unpredictable than ever. Narrow streets, aging…
10 Luxury Cars With Diesel Engines That Are Actually Cool
In the United States, the word diesel still carries baggage. For many buyers, it brings to mind noisy pickup trucks, smoky exhaust, and a scandal that permanently damaged consumer trust in oil-burning passenger cars. Luxury…
Top 10 Most Unreliable Supercar Each Brand Ever Built
Supercars are sold on dreams. They promise exotic styling, outrageous performance, and engineering pushed far beyond the limits of ordinary road cars. Buyers don’t just purchase speed they buy prestige, craftsmanship, and the belief that…
Tesla FSD Is Going Subscription-Only, Leaving Previous Buyers With Limited Options
Tesla will end FSD transfers for orders placed after March 31. The $8,000 FSD option is now a $99 per month subscription. It’s not the first time Tesla has stopped supporting FSD transfers. With Tesla…
Hyundai Targets Jeep and Tacoma With Removable Roof Pickup Plans
Not many pickup trucks have removable roofs and doors, but that appears to be part of Hyundai’s plan for its future trucks. Hyundai’s only truck in the United States remains the compact Santa Cruz, but…