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,…
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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…
Lexus LX600 Recall Cites Potential Power Loss and Fire Risk
A total of 4,374 Lexus LX600 models from the 2025 and 2026 model years are affected. Even flagship luxury SUVs are not immune to mechanical complications. Lexus has alerted owners of certain new LX600 models…
Audi’s Plug-In Hybrid RS5 Sets Weight Record for the Brand
The all-new RS5, offered in both sedan and Avant wagon form, replaces the previous-generation Audi RS5 Sportback and Audi RS4 Avant. It also marks the first high-performance plug-in hybrid developed by Audi Sport. As seen…
Toyota Responds to EV Pricing Pressure With Early Discounts
The new incentives position the Toyota bZ Woodland more competitively against its lower-priced Subaru counterpart. The Toyota bZ Woodland enters the market at a transitional moment for electric SUVs. Developed and likely priced with federal…
Lincoln Targets GX and Defender With Body-on-Frame SUV
The next-generation Ford Bronco could serve as the foundation for a new Lincoln SUV aimed at rivals such as the Land Rover Defender and Lexus GX. Luxury off-road SUVs remain a strong-performing segment. Lexus delivered…
Drivers Can Claim Up to £500 Toward Home EV Charging in UK
The Department for Transport has confirmed that its EV charge point grant will increase to £500 from April 1, extending support for renters, landlords and businesses for another year. Under the revised scheme, eligible applicants…
Lamborghini’s Lanzador Electric SUV No Longer Moving Forward
Lamborghini has formally abandoned plans to launch its first fully electric production vehicle, opting instead to deepen its commitment to high-performance plug-in hybrids through the end of the decade. The vehicle originally slated to spearhead…
BMW Performance Division Chief Explains the Manual’s Slow Exit
The gradual disappearance of manual gearboxes in the premium segment is not simply the result of fading driver interest or lost engineering expertise. Instead, multiple economic and technical pressures have converged to make them increasingly…
Apple CarPlay Expands Beyond Siri With Third-Party AI Integration
The first services granted entry with the iOS 26.4 release are OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Google’s Gemini, and Anthropic’s Claude. Apple CarPlay is set to receive one of its most consequential updates with the forthcoming iOS 26.4…
Tesla Patrol Car Trial Signals Shift in Law Enforcement Fleets
Murphy Police Department is putting two Tesla Model Y Juniper patrol vehicles into service to determine whether electric SUVs can take over duties traditionally handled by Tahoes and Explorers. Tesla’s U.S. sales have faced headwinds…
Tariff Reversal Creates New Questions for Auto Manufacturers
The Supreme Court has determined that tariffs imposed under presidential emergency authority were unlawful. However, vehicle and auto parts import duties remain in place, meaning trade-related cost pressures continue for automakers. Workers carry on with…
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…
Rivian Expands Digital Key Ecosystem With Apple Watch Integration
Rivian has rolled out software version 2026.03 for its first- and second-generation R1 models, introducing Apple Watch functionality along with refinements to several drive modes. The update follows previously announced improvements for the company’s Electric…
Ford Sets Sights on Budget-Friendly Electric Truck to Rival Tesla
Ford has disclosed additional details about its “Universal Electric Vehicle” initiative, the internal program responsible for developing a new $30,000 electric midsize pickup scheduled for launch in 2027. While the 14-minute technical presentation covered engineering…
Robotaxi Legalization Plan in New York Is Withdrawn in Blow to AV Sector
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has withdrawn a proposal that would have permitted commercial robotaxi operations in certain parts of the state, dealing a setback to companies such as Waymo that are seeking broader deployment.…
New Jeep Gladiator Whitecap Offers Vintage Aesthetic for 2026 Model Year
Jeep has expanded its retro-themed lineup with the introduction of the Gladiator Whitecap, arriving a few months after the debut of the Wrangler Whitecap. The new model represents the second special edition released under the…
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…