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Coming Soon: The First Neue Klasse M The i3 is now out in the open, but we all know that the M version is all but inevitable. Besides, we've seen spy shots of the car, and BMW isn't denying that it'll happen. It will be interesting times over at the M division as it prepares to roll out its first-ever EV performance car. With that, we could expect the M3 EV, or iM3, should BMW choose that name, to make its world premiere within the year. Alleged leaked photos from Bimmer Post show that the car i

A New Flagship Coupe with Old-School Attitude Brabus has never been subtle, and its latest teaser proves the German tuner is not about to start now. A shadowy social media preview introduced the world to the upcoming Brabus Bodo V12, a front-engined coupe that looks poised to sit at the very top of the brand’s portfolio. The reveal was intentionally vague, but two details stood out immediately: a sleek grand touring silhouette and a prominent ’77’ insignia, referencing the year Brabus was founde

A New Flagship for Ford’s High-Powered Mustang Ford pulled the covers off the Mustang Dark Horse SC as the wildest version of the S650 Mustang yet. It steps into the shoes of the old Shelby GT500, now sitting at the top of Ford’s pony car lineup. But when it first showed up, there was one big question mark: how much would it actually cost? So far, the only real number attached to the car was the VIN 001 unit that hammered for a jaw-dropping $1.25 million at Barrett-Jackson’s charity auction. Tha

Audi's launch for the all-new RS 5 is not going well. After an official social media post prematurely revealed that the new RS 5 would be a plug-in hybrid last month, both sedan and wagon versions of the high-performance model have leaked online, revealing the cars' looks before the reveal, expected later today. Not only do we get to see the new bodywork without the camouflage sported by pre-production prototypes, but the leaks also give us a look at the cabin, where a new steering wheel sits ah

It's already been nearly two months since the all-electric i3 sedan debuted, and now a leak from a reliable insider has spilled the tea on what to expect in terms of performance from the combustion-powered BMW 3 Series. A user on the Bimmer Post forum claims that the eighth-generation G50 3 Series will launch with three models, with others to follow in due course: 318, 320, and M350 (we've known for some time that the 'i' suffix is being dropped from gas Bimmers to prevent confusing them with th

Ford may be catering to a wider variety of enthusiasts with its Raptor and Mustang lines, but Chevrolet's Corvette brand is filling every crevice of the sports car niche with the Stingray, the E-Ray, the Z06, the ZR1, and the ZR1X. According to recent reports, it's about to squeeze even more juice out of the Corvette fruit with a new Grand Sport model, expected to have a big naturally aspirated V8, and this engine will be even larger than initially thought. Previously, a (now removed) video alle

Nissan's Budget Sedan Getting a Makeover The Nissan Versa wasn't flashy, fast, or particularly tech-heavy, but it mattered because it was accessible. It held the title of Nissan's most affordable new vehicle and, for a time, the most affordable brand-new car you could buy in the US. After a major facelift in 2022 for the 2023 model year, the sedan carried on largely unchanged, even as rivals gradually abandoned the subcompact segment. That affordability story ended quietly when Nissan axed the m

A Premature Reveal Rivian is gearing up to launch the R2, a smaller, more affordable electric SUV aimed at buyers who found the R1T and R1S out of reach. The R2 keeps Rivian’s outdoorsy vibe but targets a price that could finally put the brand within reach for more people. But the run-up to launch didn’t go as planned. Tech site Ars Technica accidentally posted details a day early, and even though the article was pulled, the internet does what it does best: it remembers. That means we now have a

If you aren’t familiar with a Predator carburetor, don’t beat yourself up about it. That is unless you were alive during the heyday of Pro Street in which case you should be ashamed. But I digress. The Predator Carburetor was introduced in the early 1980s and was primarily targeted toward racing engines. They are a variable venturi design that has air doors that open as the engine needs more airflow. They only open as far as the engine needs and all fuel delivery is done based on the opening of

AC Schnitzer’s Long Run Nears Its Final Chapter For almost 40 years, AC Schnitzer has been one of those names that quietly but unmistakably shaped BMW performance culture. Founded in 1987 in Aachen by Willi Kohl and Herbert Schnitzer, the company made its mark by taking already capable BMWs and dialing them up – sharper, faster, and with just enough visual attitude to stand out. Over the years, AC Schnitzer’s reach grew beyond BMW, branching out to Mini and even taking on select Toyota and Jagua

Tapping into Enthusiasts Lego is a timeless brand, one responsible for many memories and the birth of childhood creativity. The company has enjoyed very steady success over the years, never really breaking through that much or losing to new competitors. Lego's staying power is undeniable. When it comes to car enthusiasts, though, Lego has broken new ground in recent times by capitalizing on the boom of car model purchases and popularity. It started with only selected models, but eventually exp

The Taylor Gang is back at it, with Alex, Dennis, Nick, Megan, Todd, and Kelsey hitting the road from SoCal in a couple of hot rods. Their goal is to road trip this Nova and 3rd Gen Camaro down Route 66 on their way home to Arkansas. Will they make it. Will they have car trouble? Which one of these is going to be the problem? Here’s the first video in the series. We’ll share the rest as well, so come back to check out the next one. In this one they start off with sites and roads that make SoCa

David Freiburger’s Socials and YouTube channel have grown dramatically since the Motor Trend Studios that he and Finnegan were working for shut down and he went out on his own. It’s been a fun journey both for David and for his viewers and fans. But in typical Freiburger fashion, his videos often create as many questions as they answer. So what better time than now to do a big Q&A video?! Check it out below. Video Description: Get D/F SHIRTS, HATS, and DECALS here: https://shop.davidfrei

Won’t See the Light of Day Earlier this year, seven-time Formula 1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton didn’t just bring his talents to Scuderia Ferrari; he also reportedly explored reviving the F40 with a V12 engine and a manual transmission. As promising as that sounded to enthusiasts, new reports suggest it may no longer be the case. According to Everyeye.it, long-time F1 journalist Giorgio Terruzzi told a podcast that the so-called F44 project – a nod to Hamilton’s racing number – had been cancell

Lexus has not yet reported detailed sales figures for the 2025 calendar year, but the luxury automaker looks set to shatter more records. Lexus expects sales to have exceeded 360,000 units by the time all the numbers are tallied up, and it’s mostly thanks to soaring demand for the brand’s SUVs. That figure would mark a roughly 5% increase over 2024, which was already the brand’s best year in its 35-year history. Unfortunately, there’s a downside, with buyers facing lengthy waiting times for cert

While Japanese luxury brands like Infiniti struggle to recapture their former glory, due in part to a slow rate of electrification, Lexus soared once again on the sales charts last year. Throughout 2025, Lexus sold 882,231 vehicles globally, a new annual record for the manufacturer. Last year’s sales were up by 4% over 2024, and contributed to the Toyota Group being the world’s best-selling automaker for the sixth consecutive year, with a total of 10.3 million vehicles sold. Once again, North Am

The all-new Lexus ES sedan went on sale earlier this year in fully electric form, with hybrid variants set to arrive in showrooms in June. New powertrains and a fresh design aside, the automaker has now detailed its new Lexus Interface Multimedia Experience, which launched on the ES and will ultimately roll out to other models. It’s a smarter, more personalized and feature-rich system than before, while promising much-improved usability for an automaker that hasn’t always delivered on the infota

A Broader Approach Lexus says the hybrid version of the eighth-generation ES is on track for its expected June arrival, when it will join its all-electric variants and give the nameplate a multi-powertrain approach on a single platform – a first for the brand. That creates a unique proposition in the luxury segment, giving buyers a broader range of electrified options within a single model line. The hybrid ES 350h sits in the middle of the range, between the all-electric ES 350e and ES 500e. It

Electrified Except for One Lexus has had electrified vehicles in its lineup for a little over 20 years. Today, just about every model in its lineup gets some form of hybrid assistance. From the subcompact and not-available-in-the-U.S LBX, all the way to the full-sized LX, hybrid power is, at the very least, an option on all Lexus vehicles save for one. In case you missed the headline, that model is the GX. For over 20 years, the midsize luxury SUV never once received an electric assist. For most

A Dying Lexus Coupe Lineup Lexus coupes have been quietly stepping back for some time. The RC and RC F wrapped up production in late 2025, and the LC 500 is set to finish after the 2026 model year, with production likely ending by August 2026. That shift leaves Lexus looking like an SUV brand at first glance. Grand tourers were always a niche, and the LC’s sales numbers showed it. The LC was more of a statement piece than a volume seller, an elegant V8 flagship that stuck around while the rest o

It's not something we talk about enough, but every time Toyota prepares to launch a new model, the whole automotive world sits up and takes notice. That feeling is only compounded with something sporty, and what Toyota's Gazoo Racing division is cooking up now certainly fits that bill. In a new ad shown on Japanese television, the automaker has given us our clearest look yet at the production design of its new supercar, which is being hailed as an effective successor to the inimitable Lexus LFA.

Lexus Has Reimagined What the LS Means At the 2025 Japan Mobility Show, Lexus made it obvious they weren’t just planning another four-door LS sedan. Instead, they showed off two concepts that looked nothing like the LS we’ve known for decades: one was a huge six-wheeled luxury van, the other a coupe-inspired crossover. Neither concept could be farther from the LS that’s been around since 1989, but Lexus made it clear there’s a bigger change coming. CALTY president Ian Cartabiano called the LS a

We’re only a couple of months in 2026, but Toyota vehicles have already been in the news a couple of times for recalls. First there were the starter motor issues thought to affect around 800 GR Supras that could cause the motor to fail and, in rare cases, start a fire; and then there was the Prius being hit with a second recall for rear doors that could unexpectedly open when the car was in motion. Now, there’s another Toyota model being called back for a preventative fix, although this time it

The Sienna's Fancier Cousins Minivans may have a domesticated image in America, but it's a different matter around the world. Many markets have tapped the potential of the luxury minivan market, and for Toyota, it's paying off big time. In Japan and parts of Asia, Toyota has been in the posh minivan game for over 20 years. It started with the Alphard, and eventually added the Vellfire as a 'sporty' alternative. Park an Alphard or a Vellfire next to a Sienna, and those models look and feel like L

The Lexus ES and Its Identity Crisis The latest Lexus ES represents the brand’s continued push toward refinement, comfort, and global appeal, but not necessarily excitement. With the newest generation, Lexus traded the flowing, understated elegance of the previous ES for sharper creases and a more modern, upright stance. It’s cleaner and more formal, a look clearly tailored to markets like China where restraint and prestige often matter more than visual drama. For longtime fans, however, the res