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There are many boutique car companies out there that specialize in restoring and modifying old cars, and the restomod projects they craft are every bit as spectacular as those coming from established (and high-end) names like Singer Vehicle Design, Eagle, Emory Motorsports, Icon 4×4, Mechatronik, or Alfaholics. If you want to breathe new life into your classic car, you’ve got lots of small workshops that can make your vision come true. Owners of old Mercedes-Benz cars are spoiled for choice in t

Shannon and Jess are back at it on the FJ40 this week and this thing is coming along nicely. If you like a Landcruiser, you’ll dig this one. But if restored to factory is your jam, this one might not be quite up your alley. We dig them all, so we are in. Check it out. If you missed this FJ40 project that Shannon Campbell is working on, we’ve got a link below, but if you are back for the next installment in this build series you are in luck as well. In this new video you’ll see the chassis go un

BYD’s Racing Ambition Formula 1 is set to hold the second race of the 2026 season at the Shanghai International Circuit in China this weekend. But even for those who couldn’t care less about the race itself, a Bloomberg report points to an interesting development. According to unnamed sources cited by the publication, BYD is exploring the possibility of joining the sport, something no Chinese automaker has accomplished before. BYD lining up on the same grid as Ferrari and McLaren sounds a little

25 years ago, Porsche revealed the Carrera GT at the 2000 Paris Motor Show with a glorious Le Mans-derived 5.7-liter naturally aspirated V10 engine, and in 2010, the German automaker presented the 918 Spyder at the Geneva Motor Show with a 4.6-liter V8 assisted by electric motors. But that's where Porsche's hypercar story ends, with no successor in sight—until now. As first reported by Motor1, Porsche's annual press conference earlier today left nuggets of hope that a new performance vehicle abo

Late last year, Honda said it would be introducing support for its older sports cars by expanding parts availability for selected models. The global program initially started in Japan, but Acura has now launched its own Honda Heritage Parts program in the United States. Owners of the first-generation Acura NSX will now be able to purchase either Genuine Honda Reproduction Parts or Honda Compatible Parts for the iconic sports car, making it easier to maintain these cars decades after they were fi

Monster Energy Named Official Energy Drink of the IHRA Offshore Racing Series; Partnership Kicks Off at St. Pete Powerboat Grand Prix Fairfield, OH — March 11, 2026 — The International Hot Rod Association announced today that Monster Energy has signed on as the Official Energy Drink of the IHRA Offshore Racing Series, marking a major new partnership as IHRA continues expanding its footprint in offshore powerboat racing. The partnership will officially debut at the St. Pete Powerboat Grand Pri

Whether because automakers assumed EVs would take over or they felt their offerings were too old to keep on the market, there has been a shortage of midsize van offerings, and Ram has realized that it's a gap worth filling, reintroducing the ProMaster City for the 2027 model year after it went away in 2022. It will only go on sale around this time next year, but when it does, Ram says it won't break the bank, targeting a starting price of under $40,000 despite being built in Turkey, which may st

Dodge’s muscle cars have been known for offering a variety of eye-popping color options through the years, and that’s continued with the arrival of the new-generation Charger. The vivid orange, blue, and green options already available have now been joined by a new color called Sub-Zero. A stealthier option for the muscle car, Sub-Zero joins an array of customization options to recently become available, including special hood graphics and stripes. The new paint option’s special trick is its abi

Renault Wants to Make Small Cars Cool Again Rising vehicle prices are pushing many entry-level buyers out of the new car market. Studies show consumers are increasingly reconsidering whether they really need larger, more expensive vehicles. At the same time, traditional low-cost “econoboxes” have fallen out of favor, as buyers now expect style, technology, and practicality even in smaller vehicles. This shift has created a growing interest in compact models that deliver value without feeling che

A new report claims that Nissan is in final negotiations with Uber Technologies as the pair discuss working together on the deployment of autonomous vehicles for ride-hailing services, a market that Tesla wants to dominate with its Cybercab. According to Automotive News, Nissan is collaborating with Wayve Technologies—Uber has invested in Wayve AI—on artificial intelligence-powered self-driving tech. The news was first brought to light by Nikkei Asia, and it could be a big deal for Nissan, which

Here’s Something for the “Essential Economy” Ford Super Duty trucks have always played a different role in the truck world. These are the rigs you see hauling excavators, towing race trailers across state lines, or carrying the weight of a business – sometimes literally. Contractors, fleet managers, tradespeople, and owner-operators are the core audience Ford listens to when updating the Super Duty. Ford calls them the ‘Essential Economy' – the people who keep construction, logistics, and servic

Mercedes-Benz has long been one of the most respected luxury carmakers in the world. For decades, other automakers looked to the German brand and its European rivals for engineering leadership. Now, it seems the tables are turning. According to exclusive information gathered by Chinese outlet 36Kr, Mercedes-Benz is exploring a new electric vehicle platform that could rely on technology developed by Chinese automaker Geely. The two companies already share ties, with Geely holding a stake in Merce

Blinded by the Light Nothing is more annoying than driving at night and encountering cars with blinding headlights. Some Ford Explorer owners, however, may not have control over their headlights after the automaker discovered that certain units equipped with dynamic bending lights could malfunction and glare at other road users. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) recall number 26V121, the affected vehicles were equipped with incorrect Headlight Control Modu

Forbidden Fruit in America The Toyota GR Yaris has been a smash hit worldwide. The pocket rocket brings us back to the days of great homologation specials such as the Lancia Delta Integrale, Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, and the Subaru WRX STI. It's light, agile, and offers boatloads of fun in a small package. It's also not available in the U.S. Why, you ask? The TNGA-B platform it uses isn't built for America, which also explains why the incredibly affordable new-generation Yaris, Yaris Cross, a

It’s a new year and a new racing season and everyone is starting out hot and heavy. It’s only the beginning of March and IMSA is already several races into their season, with several historic races already in the books. The IMSA Airbnb Endurance Challenge got their first race of the season in this past weekend in Sebring Florida where the action was hot and heavy. Check out the video below and let us know what you think! Video Description: The IMSA Airbnb Endurance Challenge runs as part of IM

Canada Opens the Door – And Chinese Brands Are Already Lining Up Earlier this year, Canada struck a new trade agreement with China that effectively lowered tariffs on Chinese-built electric vehicles. The deal allows up to 49,000 China-made EVs to enter the country at the standard “most-favoured nation” tariff rate. Predictably, Donald Trump slammed the deal and threatened higher tariffs if Chinese EVs try to cross into the US from Canada. But for now, Ottawa and Beijing are moving ahead, and Chi

Ford Motor Company has issued a record number of recalls in recent years as its team of safety and technical experts double down on improving quality. The brand’s luxury arm, Lincoln, hasn’t been immune to recalls, either. The latest recall to affect a Lincoln impacts the full-size Navigator. The Cadillac Escalade rival has just been recalled for a safety issue whereby the driver’s seat can move backwards automatically while the vehicle is in motion. This poses a safety risk as the driver could

The Land Cruiser Family Before the Corolla, Toyota's most exported product was the Land Cruiser. It rolled out in 1951 and was a result of the U.S needing a jeep-like vehicle for the Korean War. Toyota won the contract for that, and the original FJ and BJ models were born. It didn't get the Land Cruiser name until 1954 because Toyota couldn't use the Jeep name as it was a registered trademark. Since then, several generations of the Land Cruiser have been made. It's split into three branches, nam

On Thursday, March 12, Rivian plans to launch the hotly anticipated R2 crossover, a smaller alternative to the $76,990 R1S with a starting price of just $45,000. But it may not be possible to make it quite so affordable anymore, as the automaker has recently removed all reference to that figure from its website. Since the R2's official unveiling in March 2024, industry experts and consumers alike have been excited by the proposition of packing Rivian's tech, style, and capability into a more att

Stellantis Sues Dealership In the auto industry, lawsuits usually go one way. Automakers are often the defendants in cases involving recalls, warranty disputes, or franchise disagreements. This time, the script is flipped. According to a report from ABC Affiliate KCRG off of Iowa, Stellantis has filed a lawsuit accusing an Iowa dealership of orchestrating a multimillion-dollar fraud scheme tied to vehicle inventory financing. The complaint was filed by Stellantis Financial Services against Sky A

Mountain passes buried under massive snowfall A relentless winter storm is actively punishing the Pacific Northwest, bringing life-threatening conditions to the Washington Cascades starting Tuesday, March 10. The National Weather Service has issued comprehensive winter storm warnings for elevations above 3500 feet, in effect through Friday, March 13. Early accumulations are hovering around 8 to 14 inches, but meteorologists warn that persistent bands of moisture could push totals to a staggering

A 715-hp V12 luxury SUV capable of doing 0-60 mph in a little over 3 seconds is hardly in need of a performance upgrade, is it? Mind you, when the said SUV wears the Ferrari badge, you might as well call it a standard model. That's because Maranello is said to be working on a performance version of the Purosangue, according to Bloomberg. The news agency cites people familiar with the matter as saying that the performance Purosangue will provide a fresh look and upgraded performance for Ferrari’s

A Lamborghini Nobody Babied Supercars usually live easy, pampered lives. One or two careful owners, low mileage, and a garage that’s cleaner than most kitchens. This Lamborghini Huracán didn’t get that treatment. YouTuber Rob Ferretti, who runs the exotic rental company Gotham Dream Cars, bought a 2019 Huracán Spyder and immediately put it to work in his fleet. Over the next five years, hundreds of customers drove the $260,000 V10-powered convertible, piling on 53,000 miles of launches, New York

Florida’s Red-Light Law In Question Red-light cameras have been used for decades, though they are typically installed at busy or high-risk intersections. In Florida, their use is authorized under the Mark Wandall Traffic Safety Act, which legalized red-light cameras despite calls from some groups to abolish them. Now, however, that system could be one step closer to facing legal scrutiny after a judge dismissed a red-light camera ticket, arguing that the law may be unconstitutional. As it stands

If you're planning on driving anywhere in northern Michigan, the Midwest, or the Pacific Northwest over the next few days, read this before getting behind the wheel. A serious early-March storm system is spreading across the country, and it's the kind that catches drivers off guard with conditions changing faster than most people expect. The system is bringing a mix of heavy snow, freezing rain, severe thunderstorms, and flash flooding across several regions, all of which can create dangerous dr