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Not As Affordable As You'd Hope For? Honda has a pretty neat little EV that's coming soon to Japanese showrooms. That car is the Super-One EV, and in some ways, it's a modern rendition of the City Turbo II from the '80s. Its short and stubby bulldog stance is reminiscent of the classic subcompact hatch. The Super-One is just about ready to reach home market customers soon; however, specs and pricing are still up in the air. However, a report from Japan (via Creative311) claims it'll be in the re

At the center of Audi’s plan is Edge Cloud 4 Production, a factory computing approach that links shop-floor automation with cloud flexibility. Audi says it is moving worker guidance and other production systems into the cloud, reducing the need for on-site industrial PCs and simplifying updates, maintenance, and cybersecurity. In high-volume body shop operations, Audi says cloud-controlled systems can run robots and production cells with millisecond-level coordination, replacing localized hard

Artificial intelligence holds the promise of greater convenience, and this year, Ford owners will begin to get a taste of what's possible. The Blue Oval has announced several technological developments that will reach customers imminently, and they have real-world uses that can't be ignored. These include a new Ford AI assistant that can be accessed from the Ford or Lincoln smartphone app, advances in BlueCruise semi-autonomous hands-free driving, and a new internally developed "vehicle brain" t

The Compass That Can’t Find North Needless to say, the current U.S.-spec Jeep Compass is long overdue for an update. While the third-generation Compass debuted globally in 2025, production has so far been limited to Italy, leaving U.S. buyers without the redesigned model. Unfortunately, those waiting for the updated version may have to wait a little longer, as MoparInsiders reports another delay at the Belvidere Assembly Plant in Illinois. The report states that United Auto Workers Local 128 Pre

Mazda's EV Portfolio While Mazda insists that it will keep the internal combustion engine alive for as long as possible, it has had to dip its toes in the electric vehicle arena to keep up with the times. Currently, its full electric vehicles are based on Chinese models from Changan, some of which are making their way to other parts of the world. The first fruit of that collaboration was the EZ-6. Also known as the 6e outside of China, it's a midsize, rear-wheel-drive sedan available in either E

At the Detroit Auto Show earlier this month, Ford revealed the long-awaited successor to the Mustang Shelby GT500, but it kicked off a new era of Ford Racing (formerly Ford Performance) by naming it the Dark Horse SC. The Blue Oval said it wanted to show the link between its motorsport efforts and the road cars these exploits can result in, but it also seemed to be a way of distancing the new car from the old Ford Mustang Shelby GT500. Fast forward nearly two weeks, and during the auctioning of

Chery has launched its first battery electric pickup in China under its Rely pickup brand, with pricing starting at 127,800 yuan, about $18,300, and running up to 158,800 yuan for higher trims. The truck is positioned as a work-ready electric option with mainstream sizing, multiple drivetrains, and a tech-heavy cabin, arriving as new energy pickups become one of the fastest-growing niches in China. A

General Motors is gearing up to shake up the pickup truck segment this year. In the company’s latest earnings report for 2025, it confirmed that new Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierrapickup trucks will be revealed later this year. The current Silverado and Sierra first went on sale in 2018, making them older than all key rivals besides Ram’s 1500. Even so, combined sales of the Silverado and Sierra led the full-size segment last year. Here’s a look at what we can expect from the 2027 pickups. Fa

The Other Side of a Strong Year The Volkswagen ID.4 closed out 2025 strong with a 31-percent year-on-year sales increase to 22,373 units, but it is beginning the new year facing two separate recalls. One addresses a software-related issue, while the other is an expanded safety campaign tied to a hardware defect involving misaligned electrodes in the high-voltage battery cell modules. In severe cases, the defect can increase the risk of a battery fire. As a brief overview, Volkswagen began invest

Letting Technology Take the Wheel As in-car technology continues to evolve, advanced driver-assistance systems like Tesla's Full-Self Driving (Supervised) increasingly appear to be the future of automotive travel. That trend is reflected at Ford, which reported a significant increase in BlueCruise usage, reaching 264 million miles driven in 2025. The Blue Oval said the number translates to an 88-percent increase in the U.S. among owners of Ford and Lincoln vehicles compared to the previous year.

Here’s another great Photo Gallery from Joe Grippo, as we’ve got even more to share from his Best Of 2025. Check them out below and if you missed the previous gallery, we’ve got a link below to that one too. (Words and Photos by Joe Grippo) Joe Grippo is one of BANGshift’s longest running contributors and has covered everything from junkyards to car shows and drag races to drag and drives, and so much more. He drags his lovely wife, and enthusiastic brother, along with him to some of the shows

Tomorrow, the 29th of January, Mercedes-Benz will unveil its heavily revised 2027 S-Class, and with that reveal imminent, engineers are now bringing near-production AMG S 63 prototypes out to play in the Swedish snow. As a refresh rather than an all-new model, much of the bodywork will remain broadly unchanged, with the big changes happening beneath the skin. Mercedes says tomorrow's new S-Class has changes to over half the car, with some 2,700 parts being changed or improved, including mild sty

Lucid’s production numbers doubled last year, but the EV automaker is still being held back by a small lineup of exclusively full-size, high-end vehicles. That’s set to change soon, as Lucid is planning to introduce three midsize models at a lower price point, with at least two of these being SUVs. Lucid has just taken a massive step towards getting these cheaper models into showrooms, as it has completed the first midsize prototypes. The news comes from Nick Twork, Lucid’s Head of Communication

More is more—that’s generally the policy when an automaker updates one of its high-performance models. More power, more speed, and unfortunately, more weight in many instances. But BMW’s newly announced spring 2026 updates for the iconic M5 sedan go in the opposite direction. The company announced a surprise 41-horsepower reduction in output for the mighty M5’s 4.4-liter twin-turbocharged V8, as part of revised drive technology for the brand’s top plug-in hybrids. New emission standards are to b

Nissan has been working hard to reinforce its reputation for making some of the most reliable cars on the road, even as the brand deals with recent hiccups like its random opening doors recall and reports of exploding rear windshields. In a recent press release, we have a new behind-the-scenes look at the 2026 Nissan Frontier’s V6 engine testing process, which helps explain where Nissan continues to invest serious effort. According to the automaker, the goal is simple: expose potential weaknesse

Skipping the Facelift The second-generation Hyundai Kona only launched in 2023, so it’s still new by most standards. Normally, Hyundai would give it a mild facelift halfway through its run – just enough styling tweaks and tech updates to keep buyers interested. But a prototype spotted in Korea hints that Hyundai is taking a different route. Instead of the usual mid-cycle update, they seem to be working on a full next-generation Kona, complete with an SX3 marker. That’s pretty important as the cu

Funny Cars! We love funny cars around here, and if you don’t it kind of makes you weird to be honest. They are some of the most extreme drag cars on the planet and over the years they have changed dramatically in both looks and peformance. The video below shows some fun 1972 and 1973 Funny Car action from a few locations, and is really fun to watch. If you like Nostalgia Drag Racing, and specifically Nostalgia Funny Cars, then this is going to be a video for you. These cars are the real deal, an

It’s tool test time and this time it is cordless screwdrivers that are going to battle it out for science. These are not high powered impact drivers, or drill drivers, but rather the around the house and more precise assembly type of tools that help round out a simple tool kit. What’s interesting about this testing video is that the Amazon Basics brand, which has been the standout leader in the category, is proving hard to beat without spending real money on name brands like DeWalt and Milwaukee

The Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing needs no introduction. It’s one of the great V8-powered sports sedans on sale today, combining neck-snapping speed with superb handling. It also represents the last of the great old-school sports sedans to combine rear-wheel drive, a V8, and a manual gearbox. For fans of the hot Caddy, a new Deep Ocean Package has been introduced in limited numbers. Although it doesn’t add more power, it gives the sedan an even more alluring look and feel, but it all comes at an eye-

What's in a Name? The fact of the matter is, no matter how we look at vehicles, they are first and foremost products. Products, as we know, are made for the specific reason of fulfilling a need, which entails development and production costs, not to mention marketing. Believe it or not, a brand like Tesla, with a very simple product nomenclature, probably spent countless hours of billable manpower to come up with the names its cars have. Yet, it seems that they felt the need to (possibly) rethi

IIHS Raises the Bar With a New Whiplash Prevention Test The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has introduced a new whiplash prevention evaluation aimed at reducing neck injuries from rear-end crashes. These injuries remain the most frequently reported in U.S. auto insurance claims. Early results show room for improvement. Only four of the 18 small SUVs tested earned a Good rating under the new criteria. IIHS President David Harkey said the updated test is intended to drive further progress.

The best-selling three-row crossover in the U.S. last year was the Ford Explorer, with 222,706 units sold. The Explorer’s impressive power and comfortable ride have served it well, but the 2026 model is off to a bit of a rough start, having accumulated four separate recalls already. The latest one is potentially serious and involves the possibility of a windshield detachment in a crash. Fortunately, it seems Ford identified the issue before it spread to a large number of vehicles. Here’s what yo

Ram is once again at the center of a class action lawsuit, but this time the outcome may benefit owners. A newly approved settlement could see certain RAM 1500 EcoDiesel owners receive cash payouts and reimbursements tied to an alleged fire risk linked to a faulty engine component. While these trucks are often still referred to as Dodge Rams, Ram and Dodge have been separate brands for years now, at least for the time being. This case specifically involves Ram-branded pickups sold after that spl

Going Off the Map Genesis is keen on introducing thought-provoking concept cars – such as the Porsche 911-rivaling Magma GT Concept – and its latest release is no exception. The luxury Korean marque has unveiled an extreme off-road concept called the X Skorpio, which, from the outset, is reminiscent of Dakar Rally contenders like the Audi RS Q e-tron. The X Skorpio name draws inspiration from the black scorpion, an animal known for its “resilience and ability to thrive in harsh environments,” ac

Check out this great shop and collection tour from Arne Toman’s Cannonball Garage. Arne is the current Cannonball Run record holder and in this video you’ll get to check out his car collection with Fred and Witty. It’s a pretty interesting mix of cars, and we want to see which ones are your favorites so don’t forget to let us know in the comments below. Video Description: For this episode of 1320Garages, we’re stepping inside the garage of Arne Toman — current Cannonball Run record holder and