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Toyota is not a company that panics. This is the company that gave the world Just-in-Time manufacturing, a production philosophy so influential it reshaped industries beyond automotive. It gave us Kaizen, the discipline of relentless, incremental improvement that became a management mantra. For decades, a Toyota on your driveway was a statement of faith in quality and longevity. However, Toyota’s reputation for bulletproof simplicity has been harder to maintain in an era of software-heavy platfo

Not Your Typical Ferrari Experience Stepping inside the Ferrari 12Cilindri would probably be a dream for many, not just because of the brand’s prestige, but also because it retains a traditional naturally aspirated V12 engine at a time when the industry is rapidly moving toward electrification, something many enthusiasts appreciate. So perhaps this new and unique 12Cilindri experience may be the closest most of us will ever get to being up close with the supercar, albeit with a major twist. Ferr

Nine minutes to fully charge an EV and drive 600 miles isn't a marketing exaggeration. It required BYD to rebuild nearly everything to bring EV charging on par with the time taken to fuel up an internal combustion engine vehicle. The foundation of BYD's Flash Charging is a 1,000V electrical architecture that lets the system push enormous power without the current climbing to dangerous levels. Nothing about this was off-the-shelf. BYD had to manufacture components that simply didn't exist. There'

Ferrari is once again pushing the boundaries of what a combustion engine can be. Just when we thought its oval-piston concept was radical, a newly surfaced patent reveals that it was only the tip of the iceberg. This time, the brand is rethinking the V12 from the ground up to ensure its survival in an electrified future. Rewriting the V12 Rulebook USPTO

A Buffer for Big-Money Order Rolls-Royce may be known for attracting some of the wealthiest buyers in the car market, but the British luxury marque does not appear to be leaning into that amid global conflicts and shifting market conditions. According to CarsDirect, a bulletin sent to Rolls-Royce dealerships introduced a new Client Order Rate Guarantee, covering up to a 2-percent APR increase between the time a vehicle is ordered and when it is delivered. Such a program is crucial for Rolls-Royc

Ford has spent the better part of a decade stepping away from affordable compact cars like the Fiesta, Focus, and Fusion in favor of larger, higher-margin SUVs. With fuel prices fluctuating and new car costs climbing steadily, there is renewed interest in something simpler, smaller, and more attainable. With Ford planning to introduce a sub-$40,000 four-door car to the US market, the idea of an affordable Ford sedan returning makes perfect sense. A Global Platform Ford Can Actually Use When Ford

More Than Just Horsepower A report from The Register states that Micron Technology CEO Sanjay Mehrotra predicted on a company earnings call that an SAE Level 4 automated driving system would require more than 300 GB of RAM. That level of capability would help ensure sensors, cameras, and lidar work together to enable near-fully autonomous driving within specific operating conditions. That is a huge amount of memory. Most videos shared online can be edited on a computer with as little as 16 GB of

Labels Matter More Than You Think Most people overlook the small sticker on the door jamb, but it matters more than you’d think. That load capacity label tells you how much weight your vehicle can safely handle after the factory adds accessories. It’s not just a suggestion; it’s a safety guideline that affects how your SUV or truck behaves when loaded up. This time, several Toyota and Lexus models rolled out of the factory with labels that don’t match the real numbers. The problem comes down to

There is a lot of drag racing going on this weekend, as Spring is here and that means racing, racing, and more racing. We’re excited to share the 2nd annual Blittersdorf’s Automotive Door Car Domination race at MIR, so watch all the action live below. Welcome to the 2nd Annual Blittersdorf’s Automotive Door Car Domination, proudly presented by Sacks & Sons, INC! Get ready for an action-packed weekend of high-horsepower racing at the legendary Maryland International Raceway in Mechanicsvill

Here’s our second gallery of photos from the 2026 Toronto Motorama. If you missed the previous photos, click the link below to check those out too. (Photos by Mike Brooks)  Continuing with his Toronto Motorama traditions, Mike Brooks has visited the great white north for the Toronto Motorama again this year. We’re used to seeing Brooks visit the Buffalo Motorama, to shoot great photos to share with all you BANGshifters, but this is the second year he’s visited Toronto and we dig it. The indoor

The International Hot Rod Association’s Offshore Racing Series kicks off their 2026 season today in St. Petersburg Florida, and features big speed from giant offshore boats and more. You can watch all the Day 2 action LIVE right here thanks to the IHRA YouTube channel livestream. So pull up a chair, get yourself something nice to drink, and check out all the racing action that is going on Saturday and Sunday! Video Description: The The Monster Energy 6th Annual, St. Pete Powerboat Grand Prix P

The Dauertest Our German readers are most probably familiar with the dauertest performed by Auto Bild. The brief? The publication purchases a car, flogs it for 100,000 kilometers, and dismantles it after the testing period. Granted, 62,000 miles doesn't sound like a lot, but do note that we're talking loads of instrumented testing miles, and even more on the autobahn. Auto Bild has been doing that for decades, and it's not just with regular cars, either. A few years ago, it purchased a G80 BMW M

Widening Portfolios Volkswagen Group was once considered the world's largest automotive group, housing some of the most important car brands ever made. As time progressed, the once-pragmatic auto giant took risks and gambles by separating and launching smaller brands to serve specific markets. Cupra is one of the brands. What used to be just a variant or model is now a standalone maker and seller, think of it like the Century for Toyota, or the upcoming Freelander for JLR. However small Cupra is

The Lamborghini Urus SE plug-in hybrid super SUV starts at around $263,000, making it one of the most expensive SUVs on sale in America. Obviously, very few Urus vehicles are sold in base configuration, as most customers add tens of thousands of dollars in available options, frequently bumping the price to $300,000-$400,000. But what if you’re not satisfied with the extras Lamborghini has to offer? That's what the aftermarket is for, and UK-based firm Urban Automotive has got your back with the

Tailored for the Spotlight Following the unveiling of the new and facelifted Mercedes-Maybach S-Class, the German marque announced that the ultra-luxury sedan will serve as a hero vehicle as part of a global campaign tied to the upcoming sequel to 2006's The Devil Wears Prada. A one-off, film-inspired example has been created and customized through the brand’s Manufaktur program. For the uninitiated, The Devil Wears Prada is set in the world of fashion, with Meryl Streep playing Miranda Priestly

An American Past Time The U.S. is a place where sports are a big deal, a country where most of the world's sports are supported and even played. You could say that even motorsports has a big home in America, and NASCAR is part of the very fabric of the nation, as one of the biggest spectator sports locally and internationally. Motorsports takes many forms in the U.S. Apart from NASCAR, we have IndyCar, dirt-track racing, and drag racing. However, some people find that racing is a disruption and

James Bond has always had impeccable taste in cars. In Ian Fleming’s novels, he drove a Bentley. The films made Aston Martin iconic. The 1970s flirted with Lotus, and the 1990s handed him the keys to BMW. What remained consistent wasn’t the badge; it was the idea that Bond always drove something aspirational, cutting-edge, and slightly ahead of its time. What it has never been, until now, is Chinese. BYD is changing that with the Denza Z9 GT, a high-performance luxury EV launching in Europe in A

BMW was among the European carmakers hit hardest by tariffs in 2025, and its latest financial results make that impact clear. In its annual report, the company revealed a 6.7% drop in group earnings before interest and tax (EBIT), alongside a 15.9% decline in its automotive EBIT margin, a key measure of operating profitability. While BMW avoided putting a precise figure on the damage, analysis from Automotive News helped fill in the gaps. €1.4 Billion Lost to Tariffs

You know you’re in for something really crazy when internet legends ‘Florida Man’ and ‘Mustang Driver’ collide, all the more so if they are one and the same person. That was the case on Wednesday in Daytona Beach, Florida, when 58-year-old Brian J. Parker crashed his seventh-gen Ford Mustang GT at high speed through a locked and secured gate of the local airport. Suspect Admitted to Alcohol and Drug Use Before Chaotic Incident He then drove his blue Mustang across an active runway, nearly hitti

The Return of a Gearhead Favorite “Leno’s Law” is being revived in California as a proposal to preserve car culture by allowing certain classic cars to skip smog checks. Previously filed as California Senate Bill 712, the proposal was shelved in September 2025, but supporters believe it now has a better chance of passing. Now dubbed California Senate Bill 1392, the proposal – sponsored by Senator Dave Cortese, Senator Shannon Grove, and car enthusiast Jay Leno – seeks to redefine a “collector mo

Mercedes Looks Inward The facelifted Mercedes-Benz S-Class, unveiled earlier this year, is currently on a world tour as the automaker celebrates its 140th anniversary. During its stop in New York, Business Insider caught up with Mercedes-Benz North America CEO Jason Hoff, who revealed a major challenge he has identified since taking on the role last year. Hoff did not attribute the issue to import tariffs or the all-electric EQS lineup amid a cooling EV market in the U.S. Instead, he pointed to

Not Just an Ioniq 5 N in a Suit The Genesis GV60 Magma is set to arrive in the US by summer 2026. This is the first time we’re seeing the Magma badge on a production model, and it’s Genesis’ way of building its own performance line, much like BMW M or AMG. Compared to the garden-variety GV60, the Magma is bolder, quicker, and impossible to miss in its bright orange paint. It’s tempting to call the GV60 Magma just a Hyundai Ioniq 5 N in a fancier suit. After all, both use the same platform, dual-

Mazda Links Safety to Savings After recently earning the most 2026 IIHS Top Safety Pick+ awards with eight, Mazda shared a new study suggesting that investing in more advanced driver assistance system features can reduce insurance losses in the long term. The IIHS’ Highway Loss Data Institute (HLDI) found that Mazda’s ADAS systems can reduce property damage liability (PDL) claims by as much as 39 percent. The study suggested that although repair costs can rise due to sensor complexity, overall i

BMW Reinventing the Dashboard For a good chunk of its history, BMW's dashboard layout was as straightforward as it got. Large and clear instrumentation, an orange glow, and a driver-oriented center stack. However, all of that changed at the turn of the millennium. It all started with the E65 7 Series that integrated an infotainment system into the cabin's design. Not long after that, several competitors followed, and it's almost impossible to find a car without some form of infotainment inside t

Hyundai’s Image Takes A Hit As Discounts Roll In Hyundai is in a tough spot right now. The Palisade, a popular choice in the automaker’s US lineup, is under scrutiny after a fatal rear-seat incident prompted a recall. The same problem is tied to the 2027 Kia Telluride, so the concern is spreading. This is a blow for Hyundai, especially since the Palisade has been a reliable seller and a big part of their move upmarket. It’s aimed at families looking to upgrade from mainstream crossovers to somet