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The effects of U.S. tariffs on the auto industry cannot be overstated and include billions of dollars in added costs for automakers and suppliers, forced supply chain restructuring and fragmentation, rising manufacturing costs, and more. Obviously, these costs ultimately get transferred to the consumer, leading to higher new car prices. But there’s another ugly consequence for buyers: some models are getting removed from the U.S. market because the tariffs make them no longer financially viable.

BMW’s Upcoming Plans BMW’s future lineup came into sharper focus last week when the brand’s US online shop accidentally listed several upcoming models ahead of schedule. The leak points to a handful of new vehicles set to arrive for the 2027 model year. One of the big reveals: the next-generation BMW X5. That confirms BMW’s midsize SUV is getting a full redesign soon. A separate leak from a trusted insider on the Bimmer Post forum just added more detail. This post lays out early specs and a roug

We’ve got another fresh gallery of photos from the Lone Star Throwdown, a Texas sized show that never disappoints! If you missed our previous galleries, don’t worry because we’ve got a link below for you to check out. If you’ve been waiting for the next one, here it is. (Words and Photos by Chad Reynolds) I hit the Lone Star Throwdown in Conroe Texas this weekend and as usual was blown away by the turnout of great trucks. When I arrived at the just after it opened, I have to admit I was a bit w

Scout Motors, the U.S.-based EV startup operating as an independent subsidiary of Volkswagen Group, has announced that it has racked up more than 160,000 reservations for its ladder-frame Traveler SUV and Terra pickup. That’s obviously great news considering that the company had reported around 130,000 reservations in late October 2025, which means that it has received 30,000 reservations since—or about 7,500 each month. It’s worth pointing out that this doesn’t necessarily mean that Scout has 1

What's Coming Thursday A severe storm system is moving through the central United States on Thursday, and it's bringing the kind of weather that demands your full attention. AccuWeather is warning of tornadoes on the ground from Texas through the Midwest. Winds may reach speeds of up to 80 mph, capable of knocking down trees, causing widespread power outages, and pushing cars out of their lanes. Dallas, TX, is among the cities in the direct firing line. Hail large enough to dent vehicles is also

Three months into 2026, Ford is continuing an unenviable trend from last year: issuing more recalls than any other automaker. As of this writing, the Blue Oval has issued 14 recalls, nearly three times as many as second-placed Toyota and Hyundai, with five each. Its latest concerns 2020-2022 model years, says the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, impacting the Ford Explorer and Escape and their Lincoln siblings, the Aviator and Corsair. Some 604,533 vehicles are afflicted with pote

During a works council meeting yesterday, trade union IG Metall revealed the first official teaser image of the next-generation Volkswagen Golf, which will be underpinned by VW's SSP architecture. Athough at first glance there appears to be little to glean from the solitary photograph, the silhouette is a clear evolution of that of the current eighth-generation hatchback, while also taking inspiration from the ID. GTI concept. Furthermore, the image's file name includes the words "ID. Golf," con

Despite the popularity of Hyundai’s Ioniq 5 crossover and Ioniq 9 three-row SUV in the United States, not all Ioniq-badged EVs are doing great here. Yes, we’re looking at you, Ioniq 6 sedan. The quirky Tesla Model 3 rival has failed to convince U.S. buyers, and that is the main reason why Hyundai has decided to retire it from the market, only three years after its debut. Edmunds learned that the facelifted 2026 Ioniq 6 is not coming stateside, though with a big exception: the Ioniq 6 N performan

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 under the FJ40 for fitment and some clearancing of sheet metal. I think this is going to be a fun project, because I love FJ40s, but if you have any ideas of building a custom chassis for your FJ or Jeep, you should check this one out. CLICK HERE IF YOU MISSED ANY OF THE

The Opposite of Simplify and Add Lightness Lotus: The purveyor of lightweight sports cars and roadsters that offer a distilled driving experience. It's an automaker that prides itself on shedding every ounce possible to give the ultimate in driving engagement. Sadly, that's not the case anymore. Today, Lotus has the Emeya electric four-door GT that weighs more than an Audi RS 7, and, of all things, a battery-powered crossover in the form of the Eletre. Neither of those cars follows Lotus founder

Tesla’s Futuristic Door Handles Are Back in Court Tesla’s ongoing legal headaches surrounding its unconventional door designs aren’t going away anytime soon. Reports about trapped occupants and controversial electronic door systems have circulated for years, and another lawsuit is now adding fuel to that fire. A new class action lawsuit filed in California federal court alleges that the 2023-present Tesla Model S contains a critical safety defect involving its electrically actuated door handles.

Waymo’s Expansion Hits Another Controversy Autonomous taxis have been one of the most polarizing developments in the automotive world, and Waymo sits right at the center of the debate. The Alphabet-owned company has been rapidly expanding its robotaxi service across major U.S. cities, with plans to bring the technology to even more markets as it pushes the idea that your second car might eventually be replaced by an app summon. But just as the technology continues its rollout, a troubling new s

Scout's Birthing Pains Scout hasn't sold a single vehicle yet, but it's already faced several legal issues. It's mainly because of the brand's plan to take the direct sales route, and dealers aren't happy. Since Scout is under the Volkswagen Auto Group, dealer groups say sales have to be routed through them, as it is part of VW. There have been suits in Colorado, Florida, and South Carolina, repeatedly filing cases against Volkswagen of America. That's on top of the other financial and legal obl

My dad worked for Cadillac for years when I was a kid growing up, and he grew up in a Cadillac family. We’ve had Cadillacs in the family since the 50’s, so I do have a special place in my heart for them. And the Allanté was one of those Cadillacs that, while not very successful, helped shape the future to become the Cadillac that we know and love today. The Allanté paved the way for the XLR which paved the way for the CTS-V and that paved the way for the entire V series and Blackwings. It’s an e

Ford Motor Company reported its February 2026 U.S. sales this week, with the company reporting an overall decline of 5.5% relative to February 2025. Including Lincoln, Ford sold 149,962 vehicles in February, down from 158,675 a year ago. The disappearance of models like the Ford Edge crossover and F-150 Lightning electric pickup truck didn’t help Ford’s cause, but the manufacturer did see a significant increase in demand for its large SUVs. In fact, Ford models in this category registered their

The second car built on the innovative Neue Klasse architecture has been teased, and BMW has confirmed that the new i3, or electric 3 Series, will debut on March 18. In a post shared to Instagram, the German automaker has confirmed that the new i3 will have an illuminated front-end, with LEDs framing the face of the electric sedan. While the first Neue Klasse product, the BMW iX3, has narrow, vertically-aligned 'kidneys', the i3 will have horizontal kidneys between its headlights, helping set th

Can a gas-powered Charger Hellcat muscle car coexist with a 900-hp Charger Banshee EV in Dodge's lineup? Recent reports and remarks from Dodge's CEO seem to suggest they can, even though both of these models were written off entirely not that long ago. We recently learned from a new report that the glorious Hellcat V8 may eventually find its way into the engine bay of the eighth-generation Charger, as Dodge has apparently green-lighted the Charger Hellcat for the 2028 model year. While the insid

Honda reported its U.S. February sales results this week, with the brand posting a modest 0.6% year-to-date increase over 2025, excluding Acura. The company sold 97,226 vehicles in February and has accumulated 186,801 sales for the year so far. Models like the CR-V, Civic, and Accord continued to lead the way for Honda, while on the other side of the spectrum, the still-fresh Prelude coupe moved just 299 units in February. While that represents a fraction of Honda’s total sales, the Prelude is a

The first-generation Honda Insight was a two-door, two-seat hybrid liftback, and its second was a four-door liftback with space for five. In its third generation, it turned into a four-door sedan, and now Honda's Insight has changed again, with the 2027 Insight revealed as a four-door crossover that's now all-electric. Another big change is that, while America has had access to previous models, the new model is only available in Japan, though other global markets are likely to get access eventua

In 1969, Mopar was doing it right. Whether you were talking about Chryslers, Plymouths, or Dodges, they had you covered with awesome muscle cars and hot rods that you just couldn’t help but admire. It’s no wonder that these are still so popular today. So when you come across one with just 51,000 miles on it, that has been restored very nicely like this one, it’s hard not to look. This one is up for auction on Hemmings right now and with a day or so left, now is the time to get your bid in. Here

Ram’s practical ProMaster van is under investigation for a loss of power steering assistance. According to information from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 19 complaints have been received for intermittent or total failure of the power steering system in certain examples of the van. Considering the sheer size and weight of these vans—especially when fully loaded—a sudden loss of power steering assistance could be a major hazard. The Office of Defects Investigation (OD

A Treacherous Commute Ahead The Western United States is bracing for a severe weather shift as a powerful Pacific storm system pushes inland. With Winter Storm Warnings now active across multiple states, drivers navigating high elevation routes are facing a formidable combination of heavy snow and high winds. Forecasts indicate that up to 20 inches of snow could bury key mountain passes, making travel over the next few days exceedingly dangerous, if not entirely impossible. High Winds and Whiteo

The National Hot Rod Association has a straightforward rule for street-legal production cars running at sanctioned drag events without roll cages or competition licenses. Go no quicker than 9.0 seconds in the quarter mile and no faster than 150 mph through the traps. It’s a relatively sensible threshold designed to keep ordinary drivers in non-caged cars from getting themselves into too much trouble. The 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X, which starts at $212,195 and can be bought at a Chevy dealersh

Subaru has announced its first foray into the hands-free driving era. The first model to benefit is the Outback, which recently entered a new generation. The automaker’s EyeSight driver-assistance suite has already been available across Subaru’s lineup, but the Outback’s new Hands-Free Assist Driving system is far more advanced. As with other hands-free systems like Ford’s BlueCruise, Subaru’s system supports hands-free driving on most interstate highways. It can be used at speeds of up to 85 mp

The Chevrolet Corvette has always been one of America’s most iconic sports cars, but many enthusiasts believe the current C8 generation has already crossed the line to full-blown supercar. Digital designer Khyzyl Saleem, better known online as the_kyza, wondered what would happen if that evolution continued. His digital concept, called the C8-X, takes inspiration from the CX and CX.R Gran Turismo concepts to conceive the wildest Corvette yet. While no prototype details have been shared, we assum