Advanced driver assistance technology was once reserved for luxury vehicles and expensive option packages. Features such as automatic emergency braking, lane keeping assistance, adaptive cruise control, and blind spot monitoring often require buyers to move…
Author: Mark Jacob
Mark Jacob covers the business, strategy, and innovation driving the auto industry forward. At Dax Street, he dives into market trends, brand moves, and the future of mobility with a sharp analytical edge. From EV rollouts to legacy automaker pivots, Mark breaks down complex shifts in a way that’s accessible and insightful.
8 Trucks With the Strongest 2026 Crash Scores
Safety has become one of the most important factors for truck buyers, especially as modern pickups continue growing in size, capability, and technology. Whether a truck is used for daily commuting, towing heavy trailers, family…
6 V8 Engines That Survived the Downsizing Era
For more than two decades, the automotive industry has steadily shifted toward smaller displacement engines. Tighter emissions regulations, stricter fuel economy targets, and advances in turbocharging encouraged manufacturers to replace naturally aspirated V8s with turbocharged…
8 Cars With the Shortest 60-to-0 Braking Distance
When engineers evaluate a performance car, acceleration figures often receive the most attention. Yet one of the clearest signs of engineering excellence is how quickly a vehicle can come to a complete stop. A short…
5 Best and Worst Years for the Honda CR-V
Few compact SUVs have maintained the level of popularity and customer loyalty enjoyed by the Honda CR-V. Since its introduction in the late 1990s, the CR-V has become one of the benchmarks in its class…
8 Hidden Features in the Genesis GV80
The Genesis GV80 has quickly established itself as one of the most impressive luxury SUVs in its class. Competing against long-established German rivals is never easy, yet Genesis has earned praise by combining elegant styling,…
10 Family SUVs That Aced Crash-Avoidance Testing
When choosing a family SUV, safety often outranks performance or luxury. Modern safety evaluations emphasize crash avoidance, which means preventing accidents before they happen instead of just surviving them. Advanced driver-assistance systems like automatic emergency…
8 Cars With the Worst Anti-Theft Ratings
Vehicle theft has changed dramatically over the past decade. Traditional methods such as forced entry and hot wiring have largely been replaced by sophisticated electronic attacks, relay device thefts, key cloning, and software exploits. At…
10 Most Expensive Ford Cars Ever Made
Ford is often associated with affordable transportation, mass production, and iconic muscle cars, but the Blue Oval has also produced some of the most valuable and expensive automobiles in history. From championship-winning race cars and…
8 SUVs With the Most NHTSA Complaints in 2026
Vehicle complaints submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration provide valuable insight into the problems owners experience during real-world ownership. These complaints cover everything from engine failures and transmission issues to electrical malfunctions, steering…
2027 Corvette Stingray Breaks the 200 MPH Barrier for the First Time
The Chevrolet Corvette Stingray has reached a milestone once reserved for exotic supercars. General Motors has officially confirmed that the 2027 Corvette Stingray is now capable of a 200 mph top speed, making it the…
BMW Reveals 2027 X5 and First-Ever Electric iX5
BMW has officially revealed the fifth-generation X5, introducing one of the most comprehensive redesigns in the luxury SUV’s 27-year history. Alongside the redesigned gasoline, diesel, and plug-in hybrid models, BMW also revealed the first-ever fully…
NHTSA Closes Tesla Cybertruck Power Steering Investigation After Software Recall
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has closed its investigation into the Tesla Cybertruck’s power steering system after determining that a software recall issued by the automaker adequately addressed the defect under review.…
NHTSA Closes Honda Odyssey Safety Investigation After Recall Addresses Airbag Defect
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has officially closed its preliminary investigation into more than 441,000 Honda Odyssey minivans after Honda issued a recall designed to correct the safety issue that prompted the…
Touchscreen-Only Dashboards Are Starting to Hurt Resale Value
For more than a decade, automakers have embraced touchscreens as the future of vehicle interiors. Physical buttons gradually disappeared, climate controls moved into digital menus, and nearly every function, from adjusting mirrors to changing drive…
New Full-Size Trucks Are Pricing Out Their Core Buyers
For decades, the full-size pickup truck represented one of the best values in the American automotive market. A truck was designed primarily as a tool: something contractors, farmers, small-business owners, and tradespeople depended on every…
The Dodge Charger R/T Values Climbing Before Electrification
The American muscle car is entering a period of profound change. For decades, buyers could walk into a Dodge showroom and choose a Charger powered by a naturally aspirated Hemi V8, complete with the rumble,…
10 Most Expensive Mercedes Cars Ever Made – Ranked
Mercedes-Benz has spent more than a century producing some of the world’s finest automobiles, but a select group of models stands far above even its already prestigious lineup. These are not simply luxury cars with…
8 Car Features Automakers Now Lock Behind a Monthly Subscription
The automotive industry has changed dramatically over the past decade. Cars are no longer just mechanical machines with engines, transmissions, and suspension systems. Modern vehicles are increasingly connected to the internet, packed with software, and…
8 Cheapest BMW Cars Ever Made – Ranked
Buying a BMW has long been associated with premium pricing, luxury appointments, and a driving experience that many mainstream brands struggle to match. However, not every BMW has carried an intimidating price tag. Throughout the…
5 BMW Models Worth Buying vs 5 to Avoid
Buying a BMW involves more than choosing a luxury badge, as ownership experiences vary significantly between models. While the brand is known for refined engineering, engaging performance, premium interiors, and advanced technology, some vehicles offer…
6 Best and Worst Years for the Ford Mustang
The Ford Mustang has remained one of the most recognizable performance cars in the world for more than six decades. Since its debut in 1964, it has evolved from an affordable pony car into a…
10 Cars That Struggle to Reach 300 Miles on a Full Tank
Driving range is often associated with electric vehicles, but it is equally important for gasoline-powered cars. A vehicle’s maximum distance on a full tank depends on two key factors: fuel economy and fuel tank capacity.…
9 Legendary Cars That Dominated Global Sales
Success in the automotive industry is often measured in sales. While countless vehicles have come and gone over the last century, only a select few have achieved truly extraordinary production numbers. These are the cars…
The Average Car Has Just a 4.8% Chance of Reaching 250,000 Miles
For decades, 100,000 miles was considered the benchmark for an aging vehicle. Today, many modern cars routinely surpass 150,000 or even 200,000 miles with proper maintenance, leading buyers to believe that a quarter-million-mile vehicle is…
Porsche Eyes Cayenne Production Shift to Germany in Major Manufacturing Overhaul
Porsche is reportedly preparing one of its most significant manufacturing changes in years by moving production of the Cayenne SUV from its Bratislava, Slovakia, plant back to Leipzig, Germany. According to a report by Germany’s…
Morocco’s Free Trade Zones Are Turning Local Auto Suppliers Into Global Manufacturing Leaders
Morocco’s automotive industry has quietly become one of the world’s fastest-growing manufacturing success stories, and a local supplier serving Renault and Stellantis is emerging as a prime example of how government-backed free trade zones are…
Honda’s Element Comeback Could Help the Brand Reconnect With Younger SUV Buyers
Honda is preparing to revive one of the most unconventional vehicles in its history, betting that the market is finally ready for a product that may have arrived ahead of its time more than two…
Hyundai Reinvents the Elantra With Bold ‘Art of Steel’ Design and Built-In AI
Hyundai has pulled the wraps off the eighth-generation Elantra, revealing one of the boldest redesigns in the model’s 35-year history. Revealed at the 2026 Busan Mobility Show in South Korea, where it continues to wear…
AI-Powered Smart Factories Are Redefining How Tomorrow’s Cars Will Be Built
Artificial intelligence is no longer confined to powering voice assistants, autonomous driving features, or software inside modern vehicles. It is now transforming an equally important part of the automotive business: the factory floor. Across North…