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A Rivalry That Refuses to Cool Off Both Ferrari and Lamborghini have redefined their supercars through modern electrification with the SF90 Stradale and Revuelto, respectively. Deciding which one is “better” ultimately comes down to personal preference – though a straight-line drag race can highlight performance differences once real-world variables come into play. DragTimes lined up the two Italian hybrid supercars for a quarter-mile showdown at Bradenton Motorsports Park in Florida, further fu

As EV Demand Softens, Wells Bets Bigger on Throwback Sports Car While several mainstream automakers recalibrate electric vehicle production amid cooling demand, small British manufacturer Wells Motor Cars is heading in the opposite direction. The Warwickshire-based startup has confirmed to Autocar that it will ramp up production of its featherweight Vertige sports coupe to 12 cars in 2026, before doubling output to 24 units in 2027. For a hand-built, niche performance car, that represents a mean

A Look Back at the Isuzu Trooper Now, for those born within this millennium, we highly doubt that they have much recollection of the Isuzu Trooper. Sold for two generations between 1981 and 2002, it saw a fair amount of success in its heyday. The first Trooper was, quite literally, a box on wheels and more of a utility vehicle that happened to have four-wheel drive. It was born in an age where the term SUV had yet to be coined, and it's safe to say that it's one of the pioneers of the genre, at

Questioning the Basis for Tariffs Historically, Chinese automakers have had little to no presence in the U.S. market, largely due to steep import tariffs and geopolitical tensions. That could begin to change, however, as a report by Caijing via CarNewsChina says BYD has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government challenging several tariff-related executive orders. Filed on January 26 by four U.S.-based BYD subsidiaries, the lawsuit (case number 26-00847) argues that the use of tariffs under the

Texas has always been a state of extremes, and gas prices in 2026 are no different. While West Coast drivers are practically taking out second mortgages to fill their tanks, the Lone Star State benefits from its massive refinery network and its status as a primary hub for the Gulf Coast energy corridor, which usually delivers low gas prices. In a state where a "quick drive" often involves two hours on the highway, finding the floor for gas prices is critical. To help Texas drivers, we've scoured

Genesis is on the warpath Hyundai Motor Group has been on a rampage in recent years, and with 2025 now behind us, it’s clearer than ever that Genesis is no longer chasing after its luxury competitors. Hyundai’s luxury brand has posted consistent sales increases since 2021, thanks in part to its reputation for safety, quality, and affordability. Genesis surpassed Infiniti in 2025, and now it looks like the Korean marque is setting its sights on another luxury automaker.

The Ferrari 458 has become one of the most desirable modern Ferraris, especially in Spider form, which is roughly twice as rare as the coupe. A low-mileage example currently being auctioned on Bring a Trailershows just how quickly demand is rising. As the final naturally aspirated V8 Ferrari and one of the last models designed by Pininfarina, the 458 marks the end of what many enthusiasts see as Ferrari’s golden era. This particular 2015 car, the final model year of production, has covered just

The EU's way or the highway. After months of politically motivated trade tensions between the European Union and China, the former is considering a dramatic retreat of its policies targeting electric vehicle manufacturers in the People's Republic after just a year and a half. According to new reports published on January 12 by The New York Times and the South China Morning Post, the European Commission, the executive arm of the European Union, and China’s Ministry of Commerce announced new guida

What Is It? Electric performance cars are everywhere now, but electric roadsters? That list is basically empty. Tesla has been teasing its next-gen Roadster for years, but it has yet to materialize as a model anyone can buy. Right now, if you want a real, buyable, open-top EV two-seat sports car, there’s exactly one answer. This is the MG Cyberster. I spent time behind the wheel, and it’s one of the more interesting EVs I’ve driven – not because it’s perfect, but because it tries something genui

Time's a Changin' 2025 was a turning point year for EVs, not just globally but, more importantly, in the United States. While the rest of the world stopped buying due to other concerns, one major reason the U.S. stopped was the removal of the $7,500 tax credit for EV purchases just before Q4 of 2025. This saw panic buying in Q3, following a major sales slump in Q4. Numbers don't lie: EV sales dropped 46% in Q4 compared to the previous quarter. More alarmingly, in 2025, EVs accounted for only 5.8

Toyota’s Top Job Gets a Numbers Guy Toyota is set to appoint Kenta Kon as its new CEO, a move that has left some enthusiasts cautious, given his background in the company’s finance division. That concern was underscored after Kon admitted during a recent press conference that he was not aware of any current development surrounding the Celica project. The incoming CEO did acknowledge admiring the nameplate for a long time, particularly after seeing the sports car in 1987’s Watashi no Ski ni Tsure

After a long drive, and a rained out day of crappy weather the past two days, racers were really looking forward to Race Day 4. Unfortunately for some they pushed it just a bit too far and that means there are broken parts and bend bodies to deal with today. Ouch.   Unfortunately, driving in the rain sucks but, not as badly as it sucks to show up to the race track and have rain. Everyone was excited to get some racing in on Day 4. Will Day 4 seperate the men from the boys? Video Description:

Japan's Final Boss Car We keep talking about cars from China that we can’t have. How about a Japanese model instead? The Toyota Century is Japan’s ultimate expression of automotive opulence. It is a chauffeur-driven flagship that blends advanced engineering with generational craftsmanship. The design is restrained and formal, and its presence is quiet yet commanding. In Japan, it is the car of statesmen, industry leaders, and, yes, the final boss. Then there is TOM’S. Corolla fans know the name.

Scaling back electric vehicle investments amid the EV sales slump does not come cheap for automakers. That’s actually putting it mildly as companies are in fact taking a massive financial burden, having been forced to reduce, delay or cancel many EV projects. As the auto industry pivots from earlier EV growth plans to slowing demand in key markets and unfavorable political climate, global automakers have recorded billions of dollars in losses—a total or around $55 billion, according to Reuters.

Volkswagen’s Scout brand is getting closer to production of its Traveler SUV and Terra pickup truck, with these tough EVs set to reach showrooms next year—assuming the brand can extricate itself from some legal drama over its direct sales model before then. With both fully electric and range-extender versions of the vehicles coming, Scout is now emphasizing its models’ shunning of gimmicky, overly high-tech controls. In a not-so-subtle dig aimed at rivals like Rivian, Scout put out a post this w

The End of Hidden Door Handles? The sleek, flush door handles that Tesla popularized have become automotive design's equivalent of form over function, taken too far. China's new safety regulations explicitly prohibit these hidden mechanisms, marking the first time a major market has drawn a regulatory line in the sand, with more markets likely to follow.  It’s not hard to see why there’s backlash against hidden door handles. In certain crash scenarios involving power loss, these mechanisms may f

What Happens When an EV Motor Breaks In most modern EVs, a major motor or inverter problem leads to one of two outcomes. Either the car stops completely, or, if you’re in an all-wheel-drive (dual-motor) setup, it just switches off the failed motor and keeps moving with the other. Tesla drivers have seen this firsthand: a Model 3 or Model Y can lose a front or rear motor to a fault, but as long as one motor is still working, the car keeps going – just with less power. This setup gets the job done

A Preventable Outcome Regardless of how severe or minor a recall may seem, car owners should comply, as safety can be at stake. One Hyundai owner learned this the hard way after his 2013 Santa Fe Sport caught fire when a recall addressing a fire risk was ignored. According to a report by WESH 2 News, the vehicle’s owner, Edgar Franceschi, was parked in Longwood, Florida, when the fire broke out. Franceschi escaped unharmed, but his Hyundai SUV was not as fortunate and was ultimately declared a t

We’ve got some of your favorite content creators featured in this Day 4 video blog post from Sick Week 2026 and that means Kevin and the KSR crew, as well as Alex Taylor and the ATR crew are sharing some of their great content below. Watch all three videos and let us know what you think the biggest highlights are and we’ll let you know if we agree. Heck, we could be wrong, but we won’t know until we start arguing about it, will we? Day 4, like Day 3 of racing, did not go to plan for a lot of pe

The National Hot Rod Association is celebrating 75 years of drag racing in 2026 and that means some special NHRA 75th Classics for the YouTube channel. One of the greats is this 1976 edition of the Gator Nationals which you can watch in its entirety below. Snake, Mongoose, and more! Check it all out here. Video Description: Step back into drag racing history with this full broadcast of the 1976 NHRA Gatornationals from Gainesville Raceway! Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering this NHRA

Enter the Mythos The world of luxury cars sells itself on the image of distinction and desire, where a car's level of perceived prestige can be a selling point in itself. In an effort to one-up its rivals, in 2022, Mercedes launched the Mythos Series; a sub-brand it positions higher than its Maybach ultra-luxury series of vehicles. At the time, Mercedes said that its Mythos Series models would be very low-volume vehicles, that "will be made available exclusively to the most dedicated enthusiasts

Say No to Garage Queens One thing about car collectors is that they tend to avoid racking up mileage to preserve resale value. While some argue that minimizing wear and tear is the logical approach, that’s not the philosophy this enthusiast follows. Tim Burton, a.k.a. Shmee150, recently shared a tour of his collection after 16 years on YouTube, noting that his garage is far from being filled with “garage queens.” Burton revealed three new additions over the past year – all of them from the Pranc

The Dodge Viper has always been about raw power, drama, and intimidation, nothing more. But a new digital concept by 3D car designer Sebastian Simonsson reimagines an American supercar in a way no one saw coming. A first-generation Viper has been transformed into a sleek shooting brake using a mix of traditional sketching and AI-assisted rendering, and somehow, it works far better than anyone expected. While AI played a role in shaping the final visuals, and we also acknowledge AI-created images

Going Two-for-One One of the biggest American events of the year, the National Football League (NFL) Super Bowl, is set to take place this weekend, and Toyota isn’t missing out. The Japanese marque is returning to the sporting event with two 30-second spots scheduled to air during the championship game between the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks. The first film, titled “Superhero Belt,” centers on the Toyota RAV4, which is currently one of America’s best-selling vehicles, alongside

U.S. Bans Chinese Software in Connected Cars, Industry Scrambles to Comply In a report from The Wall Street Journal, automakers are racing to strip Chinese-written code from internet-connected vehicles as sweeping U.S. national-security regulations take effect. Beginning March 17, carmakers must certify that core connected systems do not contain software developed in China or by Chinese companies. The rule targets cloud-connected features, including telematics, cameras, microphones, GPS systems,