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The Corvette started out as a modestly powerful convertible It has grown in power and performance through eight generations The first V-8 arrived for 1957 The C8 marked the first mid-engine layout Since 1953, the Chevrolet Corvette has claimed the title of America’s sports car. It has evolved through eight generations into more than just a...
To date, Hoosier has made a lineup of racing tires for road courses, dirt ovals, drag racing, karting, off-roading, rallying, and even for pro street cars. None were made to be street-legal—until now. The Hoosier TrackAttack Pro is an extreme summer performance tire that's street-legal in the U.S. It's available now in more than 40 sizes for...
Florida-based Apocalypse Manufacturing has released another 6-wheeled creation. This time it's a Land Rover Defender dubbed "World Ender." Apocalypse claims to be the first to build a 6x6 version of the current-generation Defender. The goal was to create a rival to the Mercedes-Benz G 63 AMG 6x6 that has become a high-value collectible since its...
Kia plans to have 14 electric vehicles in its lineup as soon as 2027, and some of these will be purpose-built vehicles designed to meet a customer's specific needs, such as delivery vans or shuttles. Kia previewed some of its upcoming purpose-built vehicles with concepts during 2024 CES, albeit without any powertrain details. Now a camouflaged...
The redesigned 2024 Maserati GranTurismo is being recalled because gasoline models may display the wrong fuel level. The recall includes 524 cars, including 454 units of the GranTurismo coupe and 70 examples of its 2024 Maserati GranCabrio convertible sibling. A software issue in the affected vehicles' body control modules may cause the digital...
Volkswagen unveiled a new generation of the Tiguan compact crossover last fall, but that isn't the version bound for the U.S. Instead, the U.S. will once again get a larger Tiguan distinct to the version sold overseas (shown here), and we'll see the covers come off in November during the 2024 Los Angeles auto show. The reveal date was confirmed by...
Ford on Thursday announced an updated version of BlueCruise, which enables the automated driver-assist system for highways to operate in hands-free mode much longer than earlier versions. The new version BlueCruise 1.4 can now handle conditions such as a tight curve, narrow lane, inclement weather, and the sun's reflection on the sensors, which...
Ford is close to revealing an updated Expedition A teaser photo reveals a new front end design Spy shots suggest a rugged Expedition Tremor model will be introduced Ford gave its F-150 an update for the 2024 model year, and now the pickup truck's Expedition SUV counterpart is about to go under the knife. The current Expedition arrived in 2017 as a...
Red Bull Racing feeder team RB has dropped Daniel Ricciardo Liam Lawson will race with RB for the remainder of the season Lawson may be promoted to Red Bull if he manages to outperform current RB driver Yuki Tsunoda Daniel Ricciardo has been dropped by the RB Formula 1 team, potentially marking the end of his F1 career. The Red Bull Racing feeder...
Bentley has abandoned its plan to only sell EVs by 2030 Bentley still plans to launch its first EV in late 2026 Rivals Aston Martin and Rolls-Royce still expected to launch multiple EVs this decade Bentley only two years ago was committed to launching five electric vehicles this decade on the road to becoming a pure EV brand as soon as 2030...
There's already a Hot Wheels live-action movie in the works and now Mattel’s other tiny toy car brand, Matchbox, is getting a movie of its own. The new movie “Matchbox” was announced by Apple Original Films on Sept. 17, and is set to star WWE personality-turned-Hollywood actor John Cena. Cena is a genuine car guy, who daily...
The 2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron reaches dealerships by the end of 2024 The compact electric crossover is priced from $65,095 The price undercuts pricing for the related Porsche Macan EV by more than $12,000 Audi's new Q6 E-Tron sails into showrooms later this year, and the automaker on Wednesday announced pricing information. The electric compact...
Toyota is testing a hotter version of its GR Corolla New model will likely be a GRMN Corolla Prototypes feature new aerodynamic features aimed at increasing downforce Toyota appears to be readying the next step in performance for its feisty GR Corolla. The hot hatchback was launched for the 2023 model year and has been treated to updates in the...
Redesigned Audi A5 will soon spawn high-performance RS 5 flagship New RS 5 will come with liftback and wagon body styles Power will likely come from plug-in hybrid powertrain built around twin-turbo V-6 Audi has a new A5 on its hands, and once again there will be a high-performance RS 5 flagship, prototypes for which are still out testing. Our...
Vigilante 4x4 has built a 1979 Jeep Cherokee S restomod powered by a Viper V-10 The engine is a tuned example built by Prefix and displacing 9.0 liters Vigilante 4x4 builds start at $295,000 Vigilante 4x4 is a company that has built up a reputation for building classic Jeeps that retain their original looks but boast modern mechanicals, including...
The Renault 5 isn't the only iconic nameplate Renault plans to revive for the electric era. A modern Renault 4 is also in the works, and a prototype has been spotted again. The original 4, also known as the 4L, was produced for more than 30 years, finally ending in 1994. Available in a variety of body styles, though primarily a four-door...
The U.S. Commerce Department on Monday proposed a ban on the U.S. sale of connected vehicles fitted with Chinese software and hardware systems, due to national security concerns surrounding the collection of data, and the possibility the vehicles may be manipulated remotely. The ban, if approved, would be introduced as soon as 2026, starting with...
The Kia Sportage will sport a refresh for 2026 The Sportage's update will feature revised front and rear ends with Sorento-like lighting elements The 2026 Kia Sportage should debut in 2025 Kia engineers have been spotted testing prototypes for an updated Sportage expected in showrooms next year as a 2026 model. The current Sportage, on sale since...
Ram is out testing prototypes for an updated Heavy Duty, but the brand provided an early look on Tuesday of some of the styling changes. Due later this year as a 2025 model, the updated truck can be identified by new lights at both ends as well as a revised grille that adopts extra slats and appears to integrate a large sensor at its base. The...
Rolls-Royce started sales of its first electric vehicle last year in the form of the Spectre coupe. It has proven to be a huge hit, with order books already filled through 2025 prior to the start of production a year ago. Rolls-Royce doesn't plan to rest on its laurels, though. According to Automotive News (subscription required), the automaker is...
The 2025 F-Series Super Duty offers a new Platinum Plus package New package adds extras like a satin finish for the grille and Smoked Truffle interior color The Super Duty continues to deliver a payload of up to 8,000 pounds and towing capacity of up to 40,000 pounds Pricing for the 2025 F-Series Super Duty starts at $47,295, including destination...
Mercedes is raising the top speed of its Drive Pilot Level 3 self-driving system In the U.S., Drive Pilot operates on select highways in California and Nevada Mercedes is already developing a more advanced Level 4 self-driving system Mercedes-Benz has raised the top speed of its Drive Pilot self-driving system from 40 to 59 mph, though only in...
The U.K.'s Ineos has been forced to cease production at its plant in Hambach, France, due to financial trouble at one of its suppliers. The news was first reported on Sept. 19 by Automotive News (subscription required), which cited comments by CEO Lynn Calder. She said the supplier is responsible for a certain trim component that Ineos' vehicles...
McLaren's Lando Norris won the 2024 Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix McLaren leads the Constructors' Champion Reigning world champion Max Verstappen of Red Bull Racing leads the Drivers' Championship McLaren's Lando Norris converted a pole position into victory on Sunday at a mostly uneventful 2024 Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix. He finished 20...
Porsche patented a 6-stroke engine Outside of early Saabs, most gas-powered car engines are a 4-stroke Porsche's 6-stroke patent seems to indicate it could eke more power out of an engine Unless you drive an early Saab, your car probably has a 4-stroke engine. But Porsche wants to see if more strokes could be better. The automaker has filed a...
Automakers are seeking leather alternatives that are sustainable to produce Plant scraps or mushrooms could be turned into synthetic leather in the future Lab-grown materials are in the early stages of development to replace leather As automakers seek more sustainable alternatives to traditional leather, a new report from research firm IDTechEx...
William Clay "Bill" Ford Jr. has been inducted into the Automotive Hall of Fame, the Detroit-area shrine for prominent auto industry figures. The great-grandson of Ford founder Henry Ford, Bill Ford has served as executive chair of Ford since 1999, making him the most prominent member of the Ford family with a continuing role at the automaker. He...
Stellantis could soon make the drive-through experience a little less complicated with fold-out tables for a driver and front passenger. Such tables are the subject of a patent application filed by Stellantis with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) in February 2023, and was published by the USPTO in August of this year...
A few years back there were rumors General Motors was considering using the Corvette nameplate for a standalone brand completely separate from Chevrolet, with the lineup to include perhaps an SUV and sedan along with the traditional sports car. However, in a recent episode of “Jay Leno's Garage” featuring the new 2025 Chevrolet...
Gordon Murray-designed GMA T.50 supercar is featured on episode of “Jay Leno's Garage” Successful racing driver Dario Franchitti presents the T.50 to Leno Production of the T.50 is already underway at plant in U.K. Gordon Murray is responsible for the legendary McLaren F1 supercar of the 1990s, and his latest creation, the T.50, is...
Volvo now expects plug-in hybrids to be popular beyond 2030 New Volvo plug-in hybrids will benefit from batteries and motors developed for next-gen EVs Volvo still committed to EVs and has five in the pipeline Volvo plans a renewed push into plug-in hybrid vehicles now that it has abandoned its plan to exclusively sell electric vehicles by 2030...
Hyundai N's next electric vehicle is taking shape The vehicle is a high-performance version of the Ioniq 6 Peak output should match or exceed the 641 hp of the Ioniq 5 N The Hyundai N performance lineup is set to be expanded, once again with an electric vehicle. Hot on the heels of the launch of the N division's first EV, the 2025 Ioniq 5 N...
The man responsible for ensuring many drivers fly under the radar and don't get speeding tickets has died. An obituary for Mike (Michael) D. Valentine posted to Cincinnati.com confirmed the radar detector legend died at the age of 74 on September, 16, 2024. Valentine died at home unexpectedly, according to the obituary. Founder, president, and CEO...
Second EV from U.S.-bound Alpine has been spotted New EV will be called the A390 and get 2024 Paris auto show preview Production scheduled to start in 2025 at plant in France Alpine is set to unveil an A390 concept at the 2024 Paris auto show in mid-October but camouflaged prototypes for the production version have already been spotted. The A390...
Toyota to enter Australia Supercars in 2026 with Supra-based race car New GR Supra Supercars will go up against Camaro and Mustang Supercars race cars GR Supra Supercars will run proven 2UR-GSE 5.0-liter V-8 Toyota is developing a Supra equipped with a V-8 engine, but the car isn't bound for showrooms. Instead it will tear up racetracks all around...
Kia is working on an EV4 as one of 14 electric vehicles the automaker will offer by 2027 The EV4 has been spied testing in hatchback form A sleek EV4 liftback is also out testing Kia has been spotted testing a new body style for its upcoming EV4 electric compact car. The EV4 was previewed last year as a thinly veiled concept. The concept featured...
Mercedes-Benz on Wednesday released a limited-edition version of the 2025 AMG GT 63 Pro 4Matic+ with an F1-inspired livery. Limited to just 200 units worldwide, the Motorsport Collectors Edition wears Obsidian Black Metallic paint with hand-applied Mercedes stars and bright green accents—all elements that have appeared on recent Mercedes-AMG...
Every 2025 Infiniti QX50 sports all-wheel drive Top-shelf Sensory and Autograph trims leave the QX50 lineup The 2025 Infiniti costs $44,350 The 2025 Infiniti QX50 lineup shrinks to three grades with standard all-wheel drive across the board. The Pure remains the base model, with Luxe and Sport trims above it. But Infiniti eliminated the...
The 2025 Jeep Wrangler retains its manual transmission and V-6 engine, but now the two are inseparable. For 2025, the 3.6-liter V-6, which produces 285 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque, is only available with the 6-speed manual. Buyers can still choose the 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4, which is rated at 270 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque, but an 8-speed...
The Civic Si gets a few key styling tweaks for 2025 The sedan is only offered with a 6-speed manual transmission Civic Si among the highest-priced cars in the class at more than $31,000 I have never bought a car that didn’t have a manual transmission. Sure, I have a truck with an automatic, but I inherited it—and trucks don’t...
Ford presents prototype windshield featuring holographic thin film Thin film works in combination with low-cost LED-based projectors Presented information can span the width of the windshield Modern head-up displays that project information like speed and navigation directions on the windshield already help drivers keep their eyes on the road, but...
Audi testing Q6 Sportback E-Tron prototype with major off-road modifications Prototype may be for a hardcore off-roader celebrating 2024 Dakar Rally win High-performance RS Q6 E-Tron also out testing Audi has been spotted testing a camouflaged prototype for a wild off-roader based on the yet-to-be-revealed Q6 Sportback E-Tron. The Q6 E-Tron...
The 2025 Ford Mustang GTD generates 815 hp from a supercharged 5.2-liter V-8 Ford claims a top speed of 202 mph and a Nürburgring lap time of under seven minutes Pricing will start around $325,000 Ford is working on a super Mustang that will rewrite the rule book on what the iconic pony car is capable of, both on the road and track. The car...
The recent Azerbaijan Grand Prix marks 17 rounds into the 2024 Formula 1 World Championship Max Verstappen leads the 2024 F1 Drivers' Championship standings McLaren leads the 2024 F1 Constructors' Championship standings The 17th round of the 2024 Formula 1 World Championship got underway on Sunday with the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, held on the...
McLaren's Oscar Piastri won the 2024 Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix The win means McLaren now leads the Constructors' Champion Reigning world champion Max Verstappen of Red Bull Racing still leads the Drivers' Championship McLaren's Oscar Piastri drove superbly on Sunday to take victory in the 2024 Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix. It was the...
Porsche first implemented turbochargers on its race cars The first turbocharged Porsche was the 917 Porsche turbocharges many of its road cars today and some EVs even wear the badge Porsche was one of the first automakers to adopt turbocharging—and the impetus was racing. General Motors introduced turbocharged road cars in the early 1960s...
Pirelli and Bosch plan to jointly develop tires with embedded sensors that can transmit data directly to a vehicle's onboard computers. These software-enhanced tires will deliver "greater safety, comfort, and sustainability, as well as improved driving dynamics," the two companies said. That will be made possible by harnessing data from tires to...
The Subaru BRZ gets more expensive for 2025 A new Sport mode has been added to models equipped with a manual transmission The 2025 BRZ includes the STI-enhanced tS model launched for 2024 Subaru's BRZ sports car enters the 2025 model year with few changes but still gets a substantial price rise. The 2025 BRZ is due at showrooms early next year and...
Reservations for Cadillac's highly anticipated 2025 Escalade IQ electric full-size SUV can already be made but anyone hoping to purchase the first example off line, the one bearing a VIN ending in 001, will have to bid on it at an upcoming auction. Cadillac on Thursday said it will auction off the first retail Escalade IQ for charity. The sale...
The electric Cadillac Escalade IQ is only related to its gas-powered sibling in name Cadillac said the Escalade IQ will have 460 miles of range The Cadillac Escalade IQ will cost $129,095 General Motors continues its assault on the high-end EV category with the 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ. An electric take on the three-row Escalade luxury SUV, the...
