October is when many winter-related vehicle problems begin showing themselves, even before snow or freezing temperatures arrive. Falling temperatures affect battery output, tire pressure, engine fluids, visibility, and fuel economy, while shorter days increase the…
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.
Nissan to Build Kicks e-POWER Hybrid SUV in the UK With $229 Million Investment
Nissan is adding another electrified model to its Sunderland manufacturing operation as the Japanese automaker prepares to build the Kicks e-POWER hybrid SUV for European customers. The company will invest £170 million, or about $229…
Top 10 Most Sold SUVs in Colorado
Colorado has one of the most distinctive SUV markets in the country, with buyers choosing everything from compact crossovers to three-row family vehicles and electric SUVs. The state’s 2025 registration data shows that Toyota, Tesla,…
GM Faces Growing Pressure as U.S. Hybrid Sales Surge While Its Lineup Stays EV-Focused
General Motors is facing a changing U.S. vehicle market as its product strategy remains heavily centered on electric vehicles. Hybrid vehicles accounted for 19% of U.S. retail vehicle sales in August 2026, according to Reuters,…
McLaren Plans Its First SUV as Part of Major New Product Expansion
McLaren is preparing to enter the SUV market for the first time as the British performance-car manufacturer looks to increase sales, expand its product range, and compete more directly with larger luxury brands. The company…
5 SUVs With Real Off-Road Tires vs 5 With Street Rubber
Tires can completely change what an SUV can do away from pavement. Two vehicles with similar ground clearance, four-wheel drive, and suspension hardware can behave very differently once loose gravel, mud, rocks, or sand appear.…
10 Best Truck Tire Brands In America – Ranked
Choosing a truck tire is not simply about finding the most aggressive tread or the longest mileage warranty. Pickup owners use their trucks for very different jobs, from daily highway commuting to towing, construction work,…
5 Cars Worth Buying at 80000 Miles vs 5 That Are Not
An 80,000-mile odometer reading can look intimidating, but mileage alone does not determine whether a used car is a smart purchase. Some vehicles reach this point with plenty of dependable service remaining, especially when their…
8 Best Car Wax Brands – Ranked
A good car wax does more than make paint look shiny for a weekend. The right formula can help water roll away, reduce the amount of grime that sticks to the surface, and provide a…
5 Trucks Built for Cold Starts vs 5 That Struggle
Winter separates trucks that are merely powerful from those engineered to keep working when temperatures fall hard. Cold weather affects engine oil, diesel fuel, battery output, starter speed, and the amount of heat available for…
10 Best Spark Plug Brands – Ranked
A spark plug looks simple, but the small component inside an engine has an enormous job. Every time the ignition system fires, the plug must create a reliable spark under pressure, heat, and vibration while…
BMW’s Next Generation Could Change What We Expect From a Luxury Car
The luxury-car industry is entering a major period of change. Cars are becoming increasingly intelligent, electric, connected, and software-driven. Large displays, artificial intelligence, advanced driver assistance, over-the-air updates, and sophisticated electronic systems are becoming just…
Stellantis Unveils New Ram ProMaster EV and Next-Generation Commercial Van Strategy
Stellantis is expanding its commercial-vehicle strategy with a stronger focus on electrification, fleet software, and new-generation vans, giving the Ram brand a larger role in the company’s North American commercial EV plans. The strategy was…
10 Car Repairs That Need Factory Scan Tools
Modern cars are packed with computers that control everything from engine operation to braking, steering, airbags, and driver-assistance systems. A basic code reader can reveal a fault, but some repairs require much deeper access to…
Top 10 Longest Lasting Car Waxes Ever Tested
A great car wax should do more than make paint look glossy for a few days. Its real value appears weeks or months later, when washing, sunlight, rain, and road contamination begin testing the protective…
10 Bad Charging Habits That Can Damage Your Car Battery
Modern vehicle batteries are designed to last, but charging behavior can influence how quickly they lose usable capacity. This is especially important for electric vehicles, whose large lithium-ion battery packs are expensive and rely on…
Europe’s Biggest Truckmakers Ask EU to Delay 2030 CO2 Targets by Three Years
Europe’s leading truck manufacturers are asking the European Union to delay compliance with its 2030 heavy-duty vehicle CO₂ targets by three years, arguing that the market and infrastructure needed for a rapid shift to zero-emission…
Waymo Expands Robotaxi Service to Las Vegas With Public Rides
Waymo has officially brought its autonomous ride-hailing service to Las Vegas, giving the Alphabet-owned company its first commercial robotaxi operation in Nevada. Public riders can now request fully autonomous trips in parts of the city,…
Pony.ai Unveils Level 4 Robotruck in Germany as It Targets European Expansion
Pony.ai is taking its autonomous-driving technology into the European heavy-truck market with a new Level 4 electric robotruck unveiled at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hanover, Germany. Developed with GAC Commercial Vehicle, the new heavy-duty truck…
8 Ways to Get Water Spots Off Glass for Good
Water spots on automotive glass are more than an annoying cosmetic problem. They are usually mineral deposits left behind after water evaporates, with calcium and magnesium among the common contributors. Fresh deposits can often be…
10 Ways to Remove Swirl Marks from Car Without a Machine
Swirl marks are among the most frustrating paint defects because they can make a clean car look dull under direct sunlight. They are usually fine scratches in the clear coat, often created by washing, drying,…
8 Parts You Should Never Buy Used
Buying used parts can save a surprising amount of money, but the cheapest component is not always the smartest purchase. Some automotive parts wear internally, lose their safety performance with age, or can hide previous…
10 Automatic Transmissions That Just Keep Shifting
Automatic transmissions have changed dramatically over the decades, but some have developed reputations for surviving the kind of mileage that makes other gearboxes nervous. The best examples are not necessarily the newest or most technologically…
Kia PV5 Electric Van Surpasses 50,000 Global Sales in Just 13 Months
Kia’s first dedicated purpose-built vehicle is gaining momentum faster than expected, with the PV5 electric van surpassing 50,000 cumulative global sales just 13 months after its launch. The milestone gives Kia an early indication that…
Stellantis Agrees to Sell Brampton Assembly Plant as Canadian Auto Strategy Shifts
Stellantis has signed a memorandum of understanding with Canadian armored-vehicle manufacturer Roshel for the potential sale of its idled Brampton Assembly Plant in Ontario, marking a dramatic change in the future of a facility that…
10 Cars Rental Fleets Stopped Buying And Why
Rental fleets are built around a different calculation than private ownership. A rental company needs vehicles that can be purchased economically, survive heavy use, attract customers, and retain enough resale value when they leave service.…
10 Best SUVs for Denver’s High Altitude and Snow
Denver presents a demanding combination for an SUV. At roughly 5,280 feet above sea level, the city sits high enough for thinner air to affect naturally aspirated engine performance, while winter can bring snow, ice,…
10 Cars Where a Headlight Assembly Costs 2000 Dollars
A headlight used to be a relatively simple replacement item, but modern vehicles have turned it into a sophisticated electronic component. LED modules, adaptive lighting hardware, integrated control units, and complex internal optics can make…
10 Vehicles Ready for America’s Toughest Mail Routes
Rural mail routes can turn an ordinary commute into a demanding daily job. A carrier may spend hours behind the wheel, repeatedly stopping, pulling onto unpaved shoulders, dealing with snow or rain, and carrying hundreds…
10 Car Products That Actually Remove a Scratch
Not every product marketed as a scratch remover actually removes a scratch. Some simply fill the mark temporarily, add gloss, or hide it beneath wax. The useful products are the ones matched to the depth…