Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Camouflaged Kia EV6 Facelift Suggests Design Changes Are Coming Early
The electric crossover seems to be hiding new headlights.
LT7 Turbo Engine Appears in GM Parts Catalog. Is It For The Corvette ZR1?
A different gearbox is also listed.
2025 Kia K5 GT-Line Spotted In Parking Lot Without Any Camouflage
It seems to be a US-spec prototype judging by the amber lights.
Nissan Wants Solid-State Batteries For Electric GT-R
The hotter Nismo variant would have a smaller battery to shave off weight.
Monday, October 30, 2023
Toyota GR Yaris Sounds Absolutely Angry Making 435 HP On Dyno
This hot hatch has a turbo kit fitted to its three-cylinder engine.
VW Golf GTI Could Get More Power In Early 2024 And Keep The Manual
The hot hatch's final update in the ICE era could spawn an anniversary edition in 2026.
Saturday, October 28, 2023
The 499P Modifcata Turns Ferrari's Le Mans Winner Into 858-HP Track Day Hero
Since it doesn't have to apply to the rules, this track car is more powerful than the version racing in international competition.
This Is The "New" Toyota Land Cruiser For Humanitarian Efforts
Designed exclusively for organizations like the United Nations, civilians can’t even buy one.
Friday, October 27, 2023
Porsche 911 GTS Facelift Spied Almost Completely Undisguised
This thing looks ready for the production lines.
Lamborghini Waiting To See If Synthetic Fuel Has A Future Before Retiring ICE Supercars
The company boss argues the combustion engine could survive if e-fuel production ramps up.
Nissan Brags The New Armada Is "Much Better" Than The Land Cruiser
It's getting a twin-turbo V6 to replace the naturally aspirated V8.
2025 Kia Carnival Goes Official With New Lights And Smoother Rear
The minivan now has an even more daring design.
Thursday, October 26, 2023
2024 Audi Q8, SQ8 Arrive In US With New Lighting Tech, Higher Starting Prices
The automaker will have the two SUVs at its showrooms in the first quarter of the year.
Lamborghini Huracan Successor Fires Up Engine After Reversing In EV Mode
That doesn't sound like a naturally aspirated V10. Maybe it's a turbo V8?
Funky Renault 4WD Truck With Electric RWD Would Make A Neat Nissan
The hybrid Niagara pickup is small but promises to be competent off the beaten path.
2025 Kia K5 Facelift Gets New Lights And Curved Screens
The midsize sedan also has a small gear selector.
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
Nissan Hyper Force Is An Electric GT-R With 1,341 Horsepower
The beefy EV has solid-state batteries and can do 200 mph.
Toyota FT-Se Gives Us Hope For An MR2 Revival
The electric two-seater has GR branding and a whole new interior design concept.
The Subaru Sport Mobility Concept Is An Electric Cyberpunk SVX
The swoopy, futuristic coupe debuted with a six-rotor aircraft called the Air Mobility concept.
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 Plug-In Hybrid Comes With A Lot More Power
The inline-six and electric motor deliver a combined 536 hp.
Hyundai Building New Plant In Saudi Arabia For Combustion, Electric Vehicles
The projected investment is around $500 million but it won't come only from Hyundai.
New Ferrari V12 Supercar Looks Sleek With Production Body Despite Camo
The 812 Superfast replacement no longer looks like a Frankenstein Roma.
Monday, October 23, 2023
See Four Chevy Corvette ZR1 Prototypes In Action At The Nürburgring
We rarely see prototypes with a US license plate testing at the Green Hell.
Porsche Says 911 Hybrid Will Be Out In 2025 And "Should Not Get Too Heavy"
Its electrified powertrain will be more about performance rather than efficiency.
Toyota Supra GRMN May Get A Manual If This Spy Video Is Any Indication
Does it have three or two pedals? Cast your vote.
2025 Kia Carnival Photographed Without Any Camo During Ad Shoot
The minivan is getting a maxi facelift, along with a hybrid powertrain.
Sunday, October 22, 2023
The Future Of Small Cars Around The World
Subcompacts and city cars have small price tags, but expensive batteries make the EV transition a difficult one for this segment.
Saturday, October 21, 2023
Top Five Automotive Jobs For The Week Of October 22
From wrenching on cars to executive actions in the boardroom, this week's list is full of variety.
2024 Toyota Land Cruiser Gets Yoke With Controls To Replace Pedals
NEO Steer enables hand-operated driving for users with lower limb impairments.
New Toyota Off-Roader With Quad Motors Is Out Of This World
The Space Mobility has four-wheel steering and can climb tall boulders.
Friday, October 20, 2023
Nissan Created Characters And A Fortnite World For Its Hyper Concepts
Four concepts, four virtual characters.
Toyota Says New Direct Automatic Transmission Anticipates Your Next Move
The engineers are confident it's going to be faster than a manual.
Thursday, October 19, 2023
Stellantis Pro One Business Unit Announced, Three Electrified Pickup Trucks Due By 2026
One of them will have a hybrid powertrain.
Nissan Hyper Punk Is An Edgy SUV Concept For Influencers
It'll make its physical debut at the Japan Mobility Show and is also heading to Fortnite.
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Federal Tax Incentives To More Than Double US EV Sales By 2030: Analysis
Demand for lithium should be 15 percent higher in the United States in 2035 thanks to the US Inflation Reduction Act.
Alpina Founder Burkard Bovensiepen Passes Away At Age 87
He died on October 12 after a long illness.
2024 BMW 5 Series Touring Teased Because Not Everything Must Be An SUV
The new wagon has been developed with Europe, Japan, and Taiwan in mind.
Tuesday, October 17, 2023
Stellantis Seeks To Sell Auburn Hills HQ Amidst Historical UAW Strike: Report
A total of 18 facilities are being considered for modernization or restructuring.
Watch Us Drag Race Mercedes-AMG EQS 53 And Porsche Taycan 4S
Not exactly direct rivals but two cars that play in the same league.
Audi Sport Planning RS Gasoline Models On Separate Platform
A separate architecture for electric RS cars is coming.
Monday, October 16, 2023
Next-Gen Alfa Romeo Stelvio Rendered With Radical Redesign, EV Powertrain
It won't arrive until 2026.
Alfa Romeo Minivan Not Ruled Out By Design Boss
Luxury minivans are on the rise in China, and Alfa Romeo might want a piece of the action.
2024 Volvo EM90 Minivan Exterior Design Fully Revealed Ahead Of Debut
The official premiere is scheduled to take place on November 12.
Toyota FT-Se Concept Teased As Electric Sports Car Concept
FT stands for Future Toyota, so we're keeping our fingers crossed that a production version will follow.
Sunday, October 15, 2023
Automakers Debuted 45 New Vehicles Globally In Q3 2023
Hyundai Group led the way, followed by Mercedes-Benz and numerous brands based in China.
Opel Kadett Drag Races 1,200-HP McLaren 720S And It's Actually Close
This is not your typical humble 80s hatch.
Saturday, October 14, 2023
Top Five Automotive Jobs For The Week Of October 15
Picks this week range from advertising interns to wheel refinishers.
See 10 Future Cars In Spy Shots For The Week Of October 9, 2023
The highlights this week include looks at the Chevy Corvette ZR-1, Porsche Boxster EV, VW Golf GTI, and BMW i5 Touring.
2024 BMW X2 M35i With All-Terrain Tires Revealed For Rebelle Rally
The performance crossover also gets extra lights and custom wheels.
Friday, October 13, 2023
2024 Lexus IS Arrives With Design Enhancements, Up To $1,750 Higher Price
The sedan is now 10 years old.
Toyota X-Van Gear And Vellfire Spacious Lounge Debut As Custom Minivans
One has off-roader traits while the other is a posh four-seater.
Subaru BRZ Touge Debuts With Gold OZ Wheels And STI Body Kit
Limited to 60 units, this pricey special edition is available only in Italy.
McLaren P1 Designer Finds Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale Design Almost Perfect
Frank Stephenson offers gentle revisions that make a difference.
Thursday, October 12, 2023
2024 Lexus RC, RC F Arrive With Minor Changes, Same Engine Lineup
There are new exterior colors and wheel options.
Toyota Says Direct Automatic Transmission For GR Cars Will Be A Game Changer
DAT is being tested in race cars but will be offered in road-going models.
2024 BMW X2 Bigger Because Next-Gen X4 With Gas Engines Isn't Planned: Report
Apparently, this also explains the new X2's sloped roofline.
2024 Mercedes-AMG GLA 45 S Debuts With Discreet Updates
The performance crossover gets an AMG badge on the hood, among other changes.
2024 Renault Kardian Shows Familiar Interior In New Teaser
The small crossover debuts on October 25.
The Kia EV3 Concept Can Charge Your E-Bike Right From The Back Seat
Kia’s compact EV concept is headed to production. Fingers crossed that its coolest feature is too.
Toyota Chairman Seemingly Suggests The Celica Is Coming Back
Akio Toyoda has already asked the executive team to revive the sports car.
Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Porsche Marks 75 Years Of Excellence With Exciting Book Collection
The new releases will be exhibited at the Frankfurt Book Fair.
BMW Considering Rear-Wheel-Drive Electric M Car With Dual Motors
In addition to quad-motor, all-wheel-drive models.
2024 Audi S3 Sportback Spied Hiding Facelift During Nürburgring Test
The hot hatch will get a final update in the ICE era.
Yamaha Buggy Unveiled With Hydrogen-Burning Combustion Engine
It's labeled as a recreational off-highway vehicle and is coming to the Japan Mobility Show.
Zeppelin McLaren Edition Speaker Brings Supercar Experience To Your Living Room
It is probably one of the most affordable McLaren-branded items money can buy.
Genesis Connected Services Now Free On 2023 And Newer Vehicles
The services were previously free only for the first three years of ownership.
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
Chevy Corvette ZR1 Drops Heavy Camo As Development Moves To Nurburgring
One of the prototypes has a different rear wing.
New Audi Q3 Uncovers Sophisticated Look In Renderings Based On Spy Photos
The crossover is scheduled to debut at some point next year.
1981 DeLorean Barn Find With 977 Miles Is Rust-Free And Has Original Tires
It's been sitting for nearly two decades but is finally going back on the road soon.
Subaru Sport Mobility Concept Teased Ahead Of Japan Mobility Show
It will be shown alongside a special-edition Forester.
Mysterious Mazda MX-5 Concept Teased For Japan Mobility Show Debut
Whatever this is, it'll share the spotlight with the Miata ND3.
Monday, October 9, 2023
Porsche Boxster EV Seen With Production Lights For The First Time
The fake exhaust is a running joke.
Toyota Says The New Century Is Not An SUV
The automaker describes the vehicle as a “new concept for chauffeur-driven mobility."
BMW M3 CS Touring Coming In 2025 With 543 HP: Report
It will borrow the 3.0-liter S58 engine from the M3 CS sedan.
Toyota Prius GRMN Coming With Potent Plug-In Hybrid Setup: Report
The hot hybrid could get a 2.0-liter engine and improved structural rigidity.
Friday, October 6, 2023
Here's Why The 2024 Subaru WRX TR Doesn't Get A Rear Wing
Some markets outside of the US get the new WRX variant with a wing.
See 10 Future Cars In Spy Shots For The Week Of October 2, 2023
The highlights this week include the Nissan Armada, refreshed Ram, Porsche Macan EV, and revised Volkswagen GTI.
2024 Subaru WRX TR Debuts With Improved Steering, Brembo Brakes
It doesn't get the giant rear wing, though.
McLaren Boss: “Real Supercars” With Electric Power Won’t Arrive Until 2030
Low weight remains one of McLaren's top priorities.
Watch Us Drive The 1,001-HP Lamborghini Revuelto Around Vallelunga Circuit
Despite its weight and size, the plug-in hybrid supercar is surprisingly nimble around the track.
Suzuki Celebrates 80 Million Cumulative Sales Worldwide Since 1955
The brand's first car was launched in October 1955.
Thursday, October 5, 2023
Rolls-Royce CEO Retires, Chris Brownridge Named New Boss
Torsten Müller-Ötvös is the company's longest-serving CEO to date.
BMW M4 CS G82 Prototype Spied Testing at The Nürburgring For The First Time
BMW M4 CS G82 Prototype Spied Testing At The Nürburgring For The First Time
Hongqi H5 Is China's BMW 5 Series Competitor Based On Mazda6 Platform
Now in its second generation, the sedan is sold with turbocharged and hybrid engines.
2024 Lexus LS Debuts In Japan With 12.3-Inch Driver's Display
Rear-wheel steering is now available for the AWD versions, too.
Lexus RC F Enthusiast, Emotional Touring Editions Debut In Japan
Each will be capped at 25 units and will benefit from a further tweaked V8.
2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata Debuts With New Lights, Infotainment, LSD
This JDM model also gets a bit more power for the 1.5-liter engine.
New Skoda Kodiaq RS To Have Nearly 270 Horsepower: Report
The high-performance SUV is said to receive a pure gasoline setup with all-wheel drive and a DSG.
2024 BMW X2 Teased In Fortnite Because The Future Is Now, Old Man
The actual debut is set for October 11.
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Fiat Ducato Facelift Spy Photos Preview Possible Ram ProMaster Upgrades
The Italian van is getting prepared for a second refresh.
2024 Toyota 4Runner Gains Two Colors, Costs More Than Last Year
The 14-year-old truck soldiers on but loses the 40th Anniversary Special Edition.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
See 11 Winter Tires Show How They Handle Chilly Weather And Snow
An all-season and a summer tire are also in the test to show how much of a difference winter rubber provides.
2024 Porsche 911 S/T Buyers Won't Receive Full Ownership For 12 Months
The Stuttgart-based automaker wants to block resellers from making quick deals.
NHTSA "Catastrophic Engine Failure" Probe Expanded To 700K Fords, Lincolns
The Ford Edge, Explorer, and F-150 models with EcoBoost engines are now also affected.
Ferrari Hypercar Spotted With Microphones Next To Exhaust Tips
The prototype had numerous vents and a giant rear wing.
2024 Suzuki Swift Previewed With Concept Heading To Japan Mobility Show
The full reveal is set for the end of this month.
Monday, October 2, 2023
Aston Martin Doesn’t Want The Valkyrie To Be A Garage Queen
There's at least one Valkyrie owner who drives their supercar on public roads on a daily basis.
Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS Special Edition Celebrates Carrera Panamericana Race Car
Created in collaboration with TAG Heuer, the two cars take after the 550 Coupe that competed in 1953.
Porsche Tractor Race Embodies The Need For (Slow) Speed At Rennsport Reunion
At 15 mph, this is likely the world's slowest race with Porsche machines.
2023 Ferrari Cavalcade Classiche Video Shows Rare Race Cars, Retro GTs
From the 166MM to the 275 GTS.
2024 Skoda Kodiaq Rendering Takes After Teasers, SUV Debuts October 4
It's going to be longer and more spacious than its predecessor.
Sunday, October 1, 2023
Watch Jeep Wrangler Tackle Moab's Terrifying Cliffhanger Trail
The views are spectacular, but the drive is not for the faint of heart.
2023 Corvette Z06 Deliveries Delayed Amidst Parts Shortages
Customer cars sit in limbo, waiting for carbon fiber parts to complete aero and appearance packages.