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2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ gets smart, with batteries
What’s in a name? The Escalade IQ is smarter, it turns out A big battery delivers 460 miles of range Cadillac delivers a big price, too: $129,990 For all its red-carpet appearances and secret-ser
BYD Super e-Platform sets new standard in EV charging
BYD’s new Super e-Platform is claimed to add 250 miles of range in five minutes of charging The platform features a 1,000-volt electrical architecture The platform debuts soon in BYD EVs pric
Ferrari CEO says 40% of new customers are under 40
The average age of a Ferrari customer is heading lower, according to its CEO. In an interview with CNBC published on March 16, Ferrari CEO Benedetto Vigna said 40% of new customers to the brand are
1965 Ford GT40 Roadster prototype that raced at Le Mans heads to auction
One of the 12 original Ford GT40 prototypes is headed for auction The car, bearing chassis no. GT/109, is one of only two surviving roadster examples The car was the only roadster prototype to race
GM taps Nvidia AI chips for automated cars, factories
General Motors and Nvidia on Tuesday announced an expanded partnership to further leverage artificial intelligence in vehicle development, manufacturing, and the advancement of self-driving cars. G
2025 VW Tiguan arrives this summer for $30,920
Volkswagen’s redesigned Tiguan wil cost $30,920 when it arrives this summer The new compact crossover skips the third row of the outgoing model The sole powertrain at launch will be a 2.0-lit
Deep dive: Bugatti Tourbillon aerodynamics
The Bugatti Tourbillon’s standout feature is an 1,800-hp plug-in hybrid powertrain built around a high-revving V-16, but Bugatti didn’t forget about the aerodynamic work needed to make
2027 Audi SQ9 spied for first time
Audi finally appears to be preparing a full-size SUV to take on the likes of the BMW X7, Cadillac Escalade, and Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class. A prototype for what is believed to be the first Audi Q9 has
World’s only 2013 Aston Martin Bertone Jet 2+2 headed to auction
The last concept car produced by legendary Italian design house Bertone is up for grabs. That car, the Aston Martin Bertone Jet 2+2, is scheduled to be auctioned off by Dore & Rees on Mar. 29.
Karma reveals sultry Amaris series plug-in hybrid coupe
Karma Automotive on Thursday unveiled the new Amaris series plug-in hybrid coupe during the company’s first Create Karma product presentation event held in Irvine, California. Karma was geari
2025 Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix preview
The 2025 Formula 1 World Championship continues this weekend with round two, the Chinese Grand Prix, taking place once again at the Shanghai International Circuit. The circuit stretches 3.4 miles a
F1 personality Eddie Jordan dies aged 76
Eddie Jordan, the charismatic former Formula 1 team owner and television personality, has died at the age of 76. Born in Dublin in 1948, Jordan initially pursued a career in banking before discover
Bugatti Tourbillon gains Équipe Pur Sang package boasting 8 exhaust tips
Bugatti’s Tourbillon hypercar, with its carbon-fiber chassis and V-16 plug-in hybrid powertrain generating 1,775 hp, seems nearly perfect—but Bugatti has found a way to elevate it even furt
Audi rethinks plan to launch last gas car in 2026
Audi is reassessing its plan to phase out gas engines by 2026 due to slower-than-expected EV adoption Audi reported a nearly 12% drop in sales in 2024 and said it plans to cut 7,500 jobs by 2029 Au
Mercedes-AMG plug-in hybrids recalled for loss of drive power
Mercedes-Benz has issued a recall for certain plug-in hybrid models from its AMG performance division due to a software error that may cause a loss of drive power. The affected models include the A
2027 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class EV caught on video
Mercedes-Benz is testing prototypes for a second-generation GLB-Class based on the MMA platform The new GLB-Class is expected to debut in 2026 Both electric and hybrid powertrains are in the pipeli
Mazda dedicated EV platform spawning first model in 2027
Mazda currently uses a platform dedicated to electric vehicles in its EZ-6 electric sedan, which is sold in China. However, the platform, known as EPA1, is sourced from Chinese automaker Changan. M
2025 Ram Power Wagon and Rebel HD defend their mountain
Mild design tweaks don’t change the off-road Ram trucks’ capabilities Ram Power Wagon still has no direct competitor 2025 Ram Power Wagon costs $74,235 and Rebel HD costs $70,740 The compet
New season gets underway in Australia
McLaren’s Lando Norris won the first round of the 2025 F1 season The 2025 F1 season has 24 races on the calendar, including three in the U.S. The season has five rookie drivers, plus youngste
BMW iX3, first Neue Klasse EV, set for 2025 Munich auto show
BMW’s first Neue Klasse EV will be a compact crossover in the X3 family, badged as the iX3 Production starts in late 2025 at a plant in Hungary The iX3 will be followed in 2026 by an i3 elect
Lynx Motors is bringing back Matech’s wild Ford GT race car for the road
In 2010, Swiss team Matech Competition launched an FIA GT1 racing version of the Ford GT supercar (the one from the 2005 and 2006 model years, that is). Now two companies are partnering to build a
2025 F1 Australian Grand Prix preview: New season starts
The 2025 F1 season gets underway this weekend with the Australian Grand Prix The season includes five rookie drivers and will be run over 24 races The season is also the first for Lewis Hamilton at
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N recalled because it might not stop
The fast and fun 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N is being recalled because of a problem with its brakes that has resulted in at least one crash. The recall of 1,508 vehicles aims to address a software error
Toyota reportedly plans hybrid powertrain for hot GR cars
Toyota has slowly expanded its offerings of GR-branded performance cars over the years, with models like the GR Corolla and GR Yaris attaining cult-like status in some markets. None of the cars fea
Lewis Hamilton put himself in remade “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” scene
Lewis Hamilton has starred in a remake of a scene from “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” The original scene features a replica Ferrari, which Hamilton tracked down for his remake Hollywo
2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class is an MMA…er, Ioniq fighter
2026 CLA splits into electric, hybrid models EV: 85.5-kwh battery, 2-speed transmission, single or dual motors Hybrid: turbo-4, electric motor, 8-speed dual-clutch Prices—and cars—come later in
Apple Sports iOS app gains Formula 1 support
Just in time for the 2025 Formula 1 season-opening Australian Grand Prix this weekend, Apple has updated its Apple Sports iOS app to include support for F1. This follows the app’s recent addition
Longbow EV sports cars targeted to weigh under 2,200 pounds
The U.K.’s Longbow has revealed the Speedster and Roadster The lightweight electric sports cars are targeted to enter production in 2026 Pricing will start from about $84,300 Lightweight and
1970s-inspired Porsche 911 special edition coming alongside new flagship
Porsche isn’t done adding new variants to its 992-generation 911. During its annual general meeting on Wednesday, where Porsche said it will continue to offer gas engines in all of its segmen
Toyota expands EV lineup with new C-HR+, updated bZ4X, Lexus RZ
It’s unknown if the Toyota C-HR+ electric crossover will come to North America It leads the charge of six new EVs for Toyota, including the Urban Cruiser in Europe Toyota also showcased updates t
Morgan Supersport revealed with sleek minimalist design
Morgan’s newest flagship model is the Supersport The Supersport introduces an updated CXV platform but retains its predecessor’s powertrain Pricing in the U.K. starts at 85,000 British
Volvo CEO hints at future without wagons
Limited resources mean Volvo may skip redesigning its wagons, according to CEO To boost sales, Volvo may introduce new variants of other body styles Current V60 and V90 wagons may live on with upda
Mopar ’25 Ram 1500 RHO packs premium features, price
Mopar has unveiled the ’25 Ram 1500 RHO custom truck Production is limited to 250 examples Pricing starts at $88,730, including destination Mopar is back with another exclusive, factory-built
2025 Nissan Z continues at $44,110, adds Bayside Blue
The 2025 Nissan Z has been announced Changes include new two-tone color options, along with the GT-R’s Bayside Blue signature hue The starting price is unchanged from the previous year at $44
Deep dive: Koenigsegg Gemera’s drivetrain
As the automaker’s first four-seater, the Koenigsegg Gemera proved to be an engineering challenge not only in terms of performance, but packaging, as CEO Christian von Koenigsegg explains in
Cadillac to officially become F1 team in 2026
Cadillac will become F1’s 11th team in 2026 GM and F1 announced an agreement in principle in November Cadillac plans to become a full works team with its own power units in 2030 Cadillac on F
2009 Brawn GP Chassis 001/01 surfaces for sale
Brawn GP’s sweep of the 2009 Formula 1 Drivers’ and Constructors’ Championships during its only season of competition remains one of the most sensational stories in racing history
1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL, 2009 Mercedes-McLaren paved way for today’s AMGs
1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR W 196 S served as a development car for sports car racing Junkyard 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL roadster sold for $1.19 million 1997 Renntech E60 RS was owned by Jerry Seinf
Genesis confirms V-8 engine, April debut for LMDh race car
Genesis is developing an LMDh race car Genesis will power the LMDh with a V-8 formed from two Hyundai World Rally Championship four-cylinder engines Genesis plans an assault on both the FIA World E
Ford Mustang joins NC State Highway Patrol fleet
The Ford Mustang has lost ground to more practical vehicles like Ford’s Explorer SUV and F-150 pickup truck in recent decades when it comes to police duty. However, the popular sports car is stil
Maserati drops plans for electric MC20 supercar
Maserati has abandoned plans for an electric version of its MC20 supercar, citing concerns over insufficient buyer demand. The news was first reported on March 6 by Evo, which referenced an officia
Chevy’s racing a 1,100-hp Silverado EV ZR2 concept off-road
Chevrolet is taking electric performance off-road with the Silverado EV ZR2 race truck concept, unveiled on Wednesday ahead of its participation in this month’s Mint 400. The legendary off-ro
Rivian R1T and R1S get power and range boost via available software upgrades
Rivian’s chief software officer, Wassym Bensaid, took to X to announce the availability of over-the-air upgrades that add power and range to certain versions of the R1S SUV and R1T pickup tru
Lotus Emira’s turbo-4 now matches supercharged V-6 on power
Lotus has replaced the Emira First Edition with the Emira Turbo SE The Emira Turbo SE keeps the AMG-sourced 2.0-liter turbo-4 Output rises to 400 hp, matching the output of the Emira V6’s sup
Electric Mercedes GLC-Class gets 2-speed gearbox, multiple battery options
A fully electric Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class with EQ Technology arrives in 2026 The electric compact crossover will be among the first models on the MB.EA dedicated EV platform A related C-Class with E
Lanzante 3-seat supercar to mark 30 years since Le Mans win
Lanzante has released the first photo of its Project 95-59 supercar The supercar celebrates 30 years since Lanzante’s Le Mans win with the McLaren F1 GTR Lanzante will use a donor McLaren pla
2028 Mercedes-AMG electric full-size SUV spied testing
The second model based on the new AMG.EA platform has been spotted testing The vehicle is an electric full-size SUV that will follow an electric liftback, also based on the AMG.EA platform Camoufla
How Motown, Martha and the Vandellas, and the Ford Mustang wrote music history
A classic snare riff kicks it off—bah, bada bah-bah bah-bah bah-bah—and a chugging, urgent bass line propels the song forward. Three young women pop out from a wheel well, radiant in skirts and
Xiaomi SU7 Ultra reaches market with 1,527 hp, sub-$73,000 price tag
Xiaomi has started sales of its SU7 Ultra electric super sedan in China The SU7 Ultra packs three electric motors delivering a combined 1,527 hp Xiaomi plans to set an official lap time at the Nür
Polestar secures additional $450M of funding
Polestar announced on Friday that it has secured a new loan of up to $450 million. The company also renewed an existing loan worth 480 million euros (approximately $500 million). This latest fundin
Ford Mustang recalled for phantom steering, again
Ford is recalling a small number of recent Mustang models a second time to address a steering issue because the remedy from a previous recall may not have been applied correctly. The recall of just
“Design will be done by AI…my successor is a machine”
Mercedes-Benz design chief Gordon Wagener predicts AI will dominate car design within 10 years Wagener said Mercedes is already using AI in car design Wagener said digital screens aren’t luxu
BMW builds the ultimate online museum for fans of its brand
BMW operates an official museum as part of its headquarters in Munich, Germany. However, for armchair travelers, the automaker has launched an online museum of sorts, offering detailed information
2025 Polaris Slingshot 10 marks a decade of unbridled fun
Polaris is celebrating a decade of its Slingshot three-wheeler with a special edition dubbed the Slingshot 10, which the company revealed on Thursday. Based on the updated 2025 Slingshot—unveiled
Aston Martin sheds 5% of staff as losses rise
Aston Martin’s pre-tax losses rose by 48.7% to $322 million in 2024 The automaker is cutting 170 staff, representing about 5% of its workforce Aston Martin’s CEO expects a turnaround in
2025 Audi A5/S5 gasses up a smarter, sharper A4 replacement for $48,995
Redesigned 2025 Audi A5/S5 sedans replace the Audi A4 2025 Audi A5 has a 268-hp turbo-4 with standard all-wheel drive for $48,995 2025 Audi S5 fits a 362-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 with all-whee
AC Cobra GT to be built at former Saab site
AC Cars has teamed up with T-engineering for production of its Cobra GT T-engineering was founded by ex-Saab engineers and is based on the former Saab plant in Sweden AC is also building the Cobra
Lucid CEO Peter Rawlinson transitions to advisory role
Startup electric vehicle automaker Lucid Motors is about to experience a shakeup of its core leadership. On Tuesday, Lucid announced Peter Rawlinson has stepped down as CEO. Rawlinson will now serv
New Mercedes V-8 reportedly debuts soon in an AMG CLE 63
Mercedes-Benz last week delivered a strategy presentation confirming that it will continue to offer V-8 and V-12 engines for the foreseeable future—and in the case of the V-8, the automaker said
Volvo V60 Polestar Engineered performance wagon killed off
Volvo has quietly discontinued the V60 Polestar Engineered in the U.S., leaving the rugged V60 Cross Country as the sole remaining member of the V60 compact wagon lineup available here. The 2025 mo
Electric Mercedes-Benz E-Class due in 2027
Mercedes-Benz plans to launch dozens of new or updated models by the end of 2027 One of the models will be an electric E-Class Also in the works is a new V-8 designed for hybrid applications Merced
2026 Kia EV3 GT spied for first time
The Kia EV3 electric subcompact crossover is getting a GT performance flagship The new EV3 GT is likely powered by a dual-motor all-wheel-drive powertrain Peak output may lie close to 300 hp Engine
2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Backcountry makes Sahara more capable
Jeep is adding a limited edition of the Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid that adds capability to the mid-level Sahara grade. The 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Backcountry is based on the Sahara, which is two s
Alpine A390 teased, debuts May 27
Alpine is months away from the reveal of its second EV, the A390 performance crossover The A390 starts production in 2025 at Alpine’s Dieppe plant in France Alpine plans to launch in the U.S.
Private equity group reportedly buying Willow Springs Raceway
A Boston-based private equity real estate firm has struck a deal to buy California’s Willow Springs International Raceway, The Drive reported Friday. CrossHarbor Capital Partners, which speci
Maserati GranCabrio gains new entry-level powertrain
Maserati has revealed the GranCabrio 490 The new entry-level model of the GranCabrio lineup packs 483 hp Prices will be revealed in March and order books open in April Maserati’s GranCabrio h
Maserati GranCabrio gains new entry-level powertrain
Maserati has revealed the GranCabrio 490 The new entry-level model of the GranCabrio lineup packs 483 hp Prices will be revealed in March and order books open in April Maserati’s GranCabrio h
Toyota puts more Supra and Land Cruiser classic spares into production
Toyota has been reproducing spare parts for some of its most beloved classics in recent years, including iconic models like the Supra, AE86, and even the uber-rare 2000GT. These parts are developed
Where’s my robotaxi? Are self-driving cars a reality?
There are no self-driving cars for sale in the U.S. Pilot tests of self-driving cars continue to expand, to other vehicles and in other cities Most new cars can be equipped with Level 2 driver-assi
Kia PV5 electric van arrives to challenge the VW ID.Buzz
Kia has revealed the PV5 as the first of its planned range of purpose-built vehicles The PV5 is an electric midsize van that Kia will offer in passenger and cargo forms Availability and pricing hav
Rivian unveils California Dune Edition R1S and R1T for off-road fans
Rivian has introduced new California Dune Edition versions of its 2025 R1S SUV and R1T pickup truck, designed for tackling the sand and other types of rough terrain. Unveiled on Wednesday, these li
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT starts down the rally car trail
XRT increases Ioniq 5’s ground clearance and rides on all-terrain tires Dual-motor all-wheel-drive powertrain makes 320 hp Ioniq 5 XRT gets more cladding, no skid plates Driving on a silty, sandy
Rolls-Royce Spectre Black Badge is the the most powerful Rolls yet
Rolls-Royce Spectre Black Badge adds power Infinity mode unlocks the full 659 hp A launch mode helps achieve a quicker 0-60 mph time The Rolls-Royce Spectre electric coupe is getting the automaker&
Tedson Etna is a Gallardo restomod ready to rock with modern supercars
Croatian firm Tedson Motors has launched its latest restomod project, the Etna, a reimagined Lamborghini Gallardo that adds power while reducing weight. As first reported by Top Gear on Feb. 17, th
TDF turns F1 cars into track toys, and it has a documentary
TDF has an upcoming documentary that details how it turns retired Formula 1 cars into track toys The company uses original chassis but swaps in its own power unit and gearbox The company only uses
Kia reveals EV4 electric sedan and hatch duo
Kia will soon expand its electric vehicle lineup with the addition of the EV4 compact sedan and hatchback The EV4’s design stays true to the bold lines of the concept version first revealed i
BMW’s Heart of Joy control module pumps thrills into EVs
BMW’s Heart of Joy consists of four integrated control modules at the heart of every Neue Klasse EV The Dynamic Performance Control module integrates acceleration, braking, handling, and ste
Ram might bring back the hood ornament
Stellantis is considering bringing back hood ornaments for its Ram pickup trucks, a new patent filing indicates. Published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on Jan. 14, 2025,
2025 Williams FW47 F1 car conducts shakedown at Silverstone
Williams has revealed the FW47 as its contender for the 2025 Formula 1 season The FW47 will be piloted by Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon in the new season Williams also has a new title sponsor, Atlass
2025 Acura ADX lands with starting price of $36,350
The 2025 Acura ADX is the Acura brand’s new entry-level crossover The ADX shares a platform with the Integra and is close in size to the RDX It goes on sale in the spring with a starting pric
2025 Maserati GT2 Stradale delivers speed with ease
Maserati gave the GT2 Stradale lots of the GT2 race car’s visual DNA The GT2 Stradale is less tunable than a 911 GT3 RS and quieter than an Artura The GT2 Stradale arrives in the U.S. in August a
2028 BMW M5 spied with Neue Klasse-inspired styling
An updated BMW M5 with Neue Klasse-inspired styling have been spotted The updated M5 is expected to debut in early 2027 as a 2028 model for the U.S. Its arrival will roughly coincide with the arriv
Chevy Blazer EV.R NASCAR prototype debuts at 2025 Daytona 500
It was last summer that NASCAR unveiled a prototype electric race car with a crossover-like body, as a means to demonstrate the series’ commitment to reducing emissions. Ford followed up with
Honda, Nissan cancel proposed merger
Honda and Nissan have walked away from a proposed merger The merger would have created one of world’s largest automakers with a value of around $58 billion Plans to include Mitsubishi in the
Bugatti boss provides first taste of Tourbillon’s V-16 howl
New video shows a prototype of the Bugatti Tourbillon hybrid hypercar The video provides a clear taste of the Tourbillon’s newly developed 8.3-liter V-16 engine The Tourbillon enters producti
Stellantis aiming to launch mobile service program for repairs in 2025
Stellantis has a mobile service program pilot underway in the Southeast The automaker ideally will launch the program on a larger scale in 2025 Jeep SVP Mike Koval Jr. said Ford and others have bee
Drive To Survive” season 7 arrives March 7 on Netflix
The seventh season of Netflix’s docuseries “Formula 1: Drive To Survive” hits the streaming service Mar. 7. The release date, confirmed in a Feb. 7 post on X from Netflix’
BMW R&D boss: V-8s are here to stay
BMW may have phased out its V-12 engine a couple of years back, but it won’t do the same with the V-8—a bold statement from an automaker that no longer builds engines in its home countr
2027 Genesis GV90 spied with Neolun concept-inspired design
Genesis has been spotted testing a full-size electric SUV, expected to be called the GV90 The Genesis Neolun concept unveiled in 2024 previewed the design A market launch in 2026 is currently antic
GM retired a Chevy Corvette manager with almost four decades at the company
Harlan Charles has been let go as the Corvette’s product marketing manager He was a member of the Corvette team for 24 years He played a key role in taking the Corvette down the mid-engine pa
Porsche aims for profits with new gas and plug-in hybrid cars
Due to slowing EV growth, Porsche is now focusing on developing additional gas and plug-in hybrid models Costs associated with the development have led Porsche to cut its profit forecast for 2025 P
Volvo plans five-model product blitz in 2025
After record sales in 2024, Volvo plans to launch five new or updated models in 2025 Two of the vehicles are expected to be the EX30 Cross Country and ES90 Volvo will follow up in 2026 with the fir
Mercedes-AMG has a special SL 63 for Golden Coast fans
Mercedes-Benz AMG has unveiled its second special-edition SL 63 in as many years, designed exclusively for the U.S. market. The 2025 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 63 Manufaktur Golden Coast follows in the f
1957 Chevrolet Corvette SS Project XP-64 heads to auction
A piece of Corvette royalty will soon be offered to the public The car is considered the first purpose-built General Motors race car It is being offloaded by the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum,
Jaguar spied testing production version of Type 00 concept
Jaguar is working on three ultra-luxury EVs to replace its current lineup The first will be a four-door grand tourer, debuting in late 2025 and ushering in the new JEA platform The grand tourer was
2026 Cadillac Optiq-V coming to rival Tesla Model Y Performance
A Cadillac Optiq-V looks to be coming soon to join the Lyriq-V Upgrades will likely include more power, bigger brakes, and a V-specific sound No change is expected for the Optiq’s standard 85
This is what the electric BMW M3 might sound like
An electric BMW M3 is in the works and prototypes have been spotted A video provides a taste of the generated sound within the cabin of one of the prototypes The electric M3 is due around 2027 and
2028 Porsche Cayenne Coupe EV spied for first time
An electric Cayenne based on the PPE platform is due for launch in the next 12-18 months An electric Cayenne Coupe variant is also coming, a prototype for which has been spotted Gas and plug-in hyb
2025 Lexus LX 700h hybrid mucks around and finds out
Lexus’s flagship SUV now gets hybrid power It’s rated at 457 hp, more than the similar Toyota twin-turbos Adaptive suspension, crawl control, and all-terrain drive modes included Prices start w
Over half the Ferraris sold in 2024 were hybrids
Ferrari delivered a record number of vehicles in 2024 and 51% were hybrids The automaker anticipates the percentage of electrified sales to grow to 80% by 2030 Ferrari’s first EV will debut t
2025 Aston Martin Valkyrie LMH race car revealed
Aston Martin has revealed the Valkyrie LMH race car designed to compete at the top level of endurance racing The car will be entered in the IMSA SportsCar Championship and FIA World Endurance Champ
2026 Mercedes C-Class mid-cycle refresh spied in wagon form
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class lineup will be updated ahead of the arrival of an elecric model A prototype for the updated C-Class wagon sold overseas has been spotted The updated C-Class sedan is expec
2026 Jeep Cherokee spied for first time
A redesigned Jeep Cherokee is expected to debut in 2025 Latest prototype sighting points to a bigger, brawnier design for the new Cherokee Jeep officials have hinted at a hybrid powertrain for the
Jannarelly debuts Ælla-60 retro supercar with manual gearbox
Anthony Jannarelly has revealed his latest design, the Ælla-60 supercar The supercar features a mid-mounted 473-hp V-8 mated to a manual transmission Pricing starts at $896,000 and only 60 example
Palm Beach International Raceway listed for sale
Palm Beach International Raceway may not have the provenance of fellow Florida racetracks Daytona and Sebring, but unlike those tracks, it’s for sale. As reported by The Drive Tuesday, Palm B
Officine Fioravanti returns with Ferrari F40 handling pack
Officine Fioravanti has revealed the Alte Prestazioni handling pack for the Ferrari F40 Officine Fioravanti has developed bespoke suspension for the F40 that incorporates Öhlins dampers Officine F
Jeep has three new models and powertrains coming
Stellantis on Thursday confirmed that it’s continuing to renovate the Jeep lineup as part of an overall push for new products. Addressing dealers at the National Automobile Dealer Association
Morgan provides first look at new flagship coming in 2025
British sports car marque Morgan is gearing up to introduce a new flagship model that’s set to replace the Plus Six, which ended production last year. Known for its blend of classic design an
Toyota remains top-selling carmaker in 2024 with 10.8M sales
Toyota ended 2024 with global sales of 10.8 million vehicles, including those from its premium Lexus brand, small-car subsidiary Daihatsu, and commercial vehicle division Hino Motors. Despite a 3.7
2027 Audi RS 5 Avant plug-in hybrid spied again
Audi’s outgoing A5 family consists of coupe, convertible, and liftback body styles, but a new A5 generation, revealed last year and due this spring or summer for the 2026 model year, only fea
2025 Polaris Slingshot arrives with new look and more power
The 2025 Polaris Slingshot has been revealed with a round of updates Power in the 2025 Slingshot comes from a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder delivering up to 204 hp Pricing for the 2025 Slingshot starts at $
2027 Audi RS 5 spied with new details
The redesigned 2026 Audi A5 will soon spawn a high-performance RS 5 flagship The new RS 5 will come with liftback and wagon body styles Power will likely come from a plug-in hybrid powertrain built
BMW teases first M3 CS Touring
BMW is about to take the performance of its M3 Touring station wagon sold overseas up a notch with the launch of a hardcore CS version. The automaker took to social media on Jan. 28 to share photos
2026 BMW iX gets updated styling and a lower price
The refreshed 2026 BMW iX lineup expands Every iX has more than 300 miles of range The revised BMW iX costs $76,325 and arrives in the second quarter The 2026 BMW iX marks the first major update si
Polestar 6 sports car won’t arrive in 2026, Polestar 7 takes priority
Polestar is planning to launch a number of new models over the next few years, but the one most likely to appeal to car enthusiasts is at the back of the line. The Polestar 6 sports car is being pu
Infiniti QX50 and QX55 production reportedly ends in 2025
Infiniti, with its limited lineup, needs all the models it can get, but its two most affordable options will be discontinued next year, according to a recent report. Citing comments from Nissan Ame
2027 Porsche 718 Cayman EV spied for first time
Porsche has been spotted testing an electric 718 Cayman Expected to debut in late 2026, it will trail an electric 718 Boxster by about a year The gas-powered 718 Boxster and Cayman end production i
2024 Jeep Wagoneer S takes electric leap of SUV faith
The Wagoneer S costs $71,995 in its launch-edition form It’s the quickest Jeep ever, besting the Hemi-powered Trackhawk EPA ratings: 303 miles on Falken tires, 270 miles on Pirellis Think urb
1986 Audi 5000 CS Quattro speed record prototype surfaces for sale
A heavily modified 1986 Audi 5000 CS Quattro sedan driven by three-time Indianapolis 500 winner Bobby Unser in a successful speed record attempt is up for grabs. After spending decades in a private
Audi Q6 E-Tron Off-Road concept teases a wild rugged EV
Audi has provided a first look at its rugged Q6 E-Tron Off-Road concept The concept features portal axles for increased ground clearance, along with other modifications aimed at off-roading Audi ha
2025 Goodwood Revival celebrates VW Type 2 Split Screens
The Goodwood Revival is one of the greatest gatherings of vintage race cars on the planet, but this year it will celebrate a decidedly un-sporty vehicle. An opening parade for the 2025 Goodwood Rev
Rivian’s hands-free assist system coming in 2025, eyes-off in 2026
Rivian plans to quickly catch up with rivals in the area of self-driving technology As soon as 2026, Rivian expects to have an eyes-off self-driving system—a technology only Mercedes offers at pr
Mitsubishi reportedly considering skipping merger with Honda, Nissan
Mitsubishi has been invited to join a planned merger between Honda and Nissan, though the automaker is reportedly considering turning down the offer, Reuters reported on Friday, citing anonymous so
2026 Genesis GV60 Magma spied with new details
Genesis’ performance sub-brand, Magma, has been spotted testing its first model The GV60 Magma is scheduled to debut in 2025, likely as a 2026 model for the U.S. A Magma version of every vehi
Ford Shelby GT350 returns for 2025, but not via Ford
Shelby American has revealed the 2025 Ford Shelby GT350 The new GT350 is based on the seventh-generation Mustang and delivers up to 810 hp A more hardcore GT350R version is also available with up t
New Dodge Durango planned, UAW suggests
The next-generation Dodge Durango looks to be back on. In a memo first spotted by Automotive News, Stellantis reconfirmed plans to build a redesigned Durango at its Detroit Assembly Complex, which
Ram midsize truck confirmed for 2027
A successor to the Dakota should begin production by 2027, 16 years after the Dakota was discontinued The UAW pressured Stellantis to keep its commitment to the idled Belvidere, Illinois plant The
2026 Mazda CX-5 spied for first time
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