As the world’s largest automotive market, China increasingly shapes global industry dynamics as more competitive models emerge from domestic manufacturers. One of the most striking recent examples is the Xiaomi YU7 GT, which presents an…
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1,564-HP Corvette E-Ray Shows Just How Wild the C8 Can Get
While Hennessey Performance has attracted significant attention for its C8 Corvette ZR1 project, Specialty Vehicle Engineering’s approach to the platform deserves equal recognition. SVE has transformed the C8 Corvette E-Ray with its 2026 Stage III…
AMG Drops Four-Cylinder GLCs in A Shakeup
AMG has finally delivered what many loyalists have been hoping for. The brand has put significantly more displacement back under the hood of the performance-focused GLC and quietly brought its high-performance four-cylinder chapter to a…
Mercedes Doubles Down on the Marco Polo With a Smarter Pop-Up Roof
Mercedes has refreshed the Marco Polo with a series of interior upgrades while moving production fully in-house in Germany. The Mercedes-Benz Marco Polo has earned a reputation as one of the most upscale campervans on…
Fatal Model Y Fire Sparks Another Lawsuit Over Tesla Door Handles
Lawsuit claims a Model Y driver survived an October 2025 crash but died because he was unable to open the doors of the burning EV. Tesla is facing a lawsuit after a driver reportedly died…
460,000 Ram and Jeep Vehicles Recalled Over Towing Safety Risk
Ram and Jeep have recalled 456,287 trucks and SUVs over a defect involving trailer brakes and lighting that could raise the risk of accidents. Ram and Jeep are issuing a recall for 456,287 vehicles after…
2028 Nissan Xterra Could Spawn New Truck-Based SUVs and Pickups
The Xterra won’t stand alone as Nissan’s only truck-based SUV, as its return could also signal a back-to-basics Pathfinder revival along with several additional models. If everything goes according to plan, 2028 can’t arrive soon…
Audi’s EV Sports Car Hangs on Porsche’s Toughest Decision Yet
Rising electric vehicle development costs at Porsche could have knock-on effects across the Volkswagen Group, potentially putting Audi’s next flagship EV in jeopardy. As the new year gets underway, Porsche is dealing with a leadership…
Audi Gives Its A6 and Q6 e-tron EVs a Tech Upgrade for 2027
Audi said the updates demonstrate the extensibility of the Premium Platform Electric and E3 electronic architectures. Audi has revealed a range of hardware and software enhancements for the 2027 model year A6 Sportback e-tron and…
Toyota Buyers Face Triple Price Hikes as RAV4 Supply Shrinks
Toyota anticipates three price increases in the U.S. this year. Supply of the new RAV4 will remain tight as production ramps up. Dealers may promote slower-selling models such as the Crown and the new C-HR+.…
XPeng GX Debuts as a Large Six-Seat SUV With Familiar Styling
XPeng GX SUV carries unmistakably British design vibes, promises nearly 1,000 miles of range, and dramatically undercuts the Range Rover’s price, almost to a provocative degree XPeng’s latest flagship SUV borrows heavily from Range Rover…
Subaru Builds Its First American-Made Hybrid at Indiana Factory
Subaru has officially begun producing hybrid vehicles at its U.S. manufacturing facility, marking a significant milestone for the brand’s North American operations. Production of the 2026 Forester Hybrid is now underway at Subaru of Indiana…
Toyota Prius Rear Doors Can Open While Driving, Canadian Regulators Warn
Drivers in Canada are once again raising concerns about Toyota Prius models after reports that rear doors can still open unexpectedly while the car is in motion, even after previous repairs. As a result, Toyota…
Kia Outsells Hyundai in January Despite Hyundai’s Sales Record
Hyundai opened 2026 with its strongest January sales performance on record in the United States, but despite that milestone, it was Kia that emerged ahead in the early family rivalry. Hyundai delivered 55,624 vehicles in…
BMW Retreats on Heated Seats Even as Rivals Push Subscriptions
BMW has openly acknowledged that charging drivers a subscription fee for heated seats was a misstep, one that became a cautionary tale for the entire auto industry. The idea behind BMW’s subscription strategy was simple:…
Kia’s January Success Masks Steep Drop in EV Demand
Kia opened 2026 with its strongest January on record in the U.S., selling 64,502 vehicles for a 13% year-over-year increase, but the headline growth masked a sharp pullback in electric vehicle demand. Sales of the…
Dodge Doubles Down on Gas Charger With New Custom Options
After bringing internal combustion power back to the Charger lineup, Dodge is now turning its attention to giving gas-powered Charger buyers more ways to personalize their cars. Rather than focusing on performance upgrades for now,…
California EV Incentives Limited to First-Time Buyers Under New Plan
California is pressing ahead with its own electric vehicle incentive strategy following the elimination of federal EV tax credits, showcasing a proposed US$200 million programme designed to keep adoption moving while reinforcing the state’s long-standing…
BMW i3 Pre-Series Production Explained: What It Means for Buyers
BMW has taken a major step toward launching its next-generation electric sedan, confirming that the all-new BMW i3 has entered pre-series production at the company’s Munich plant. This milestone means the long-rumored electric 3-Series is…
Renault Chooses Cheaper Chinese EV Motors as Europe Demand Slows
Renault is moving to further integrate Chinese technology into its electric vehicle supply chain, announcing plans to assemble a new small EV motor in France using components sourced from China. The decision underlines how cost…
Toyota Moves to Expand Hybrid Output as EV Growth Slows
Toyota is doubling down on the strategy that has already made it the undisputed leader in hybrid electric vehicles, outlining plans to significantly scale up hybrid and plug-in hybrid production over the next several years.…
Volkswagen and Toyota Overtake Tesla in Norway’s EV Market
Tesla’s grip on the European electric vehicle market has been weakening for some time, but the scale of its latest stumble in one of its most faithful territories has taken many by surprise. Long seen…
Hennessey Turns the Ford F-250 Into a 37-Inch-Tire Off-Road Monster
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…
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…