News

The current WL-generation Jeep Grand Cherokee has been around for half a decade, but there's still no Hellcat-powered Trackhawk variant. That may soon change, though, thanks to the return of V8-loving Tim Kuniskis as the boss of SRT (and Ram), reports The Drive. With Stellantis bringing HEMI V8s back and the Hellcat engine looking more and more likely to return to the Dodge Charger, the publication spoke to Jeep's vice president of sales, Mauricio Lopez, about the possibility of a high-performan

Engineering Excercise Every so often, we still get the odd hypercar that nobody was expecting. Despite our world being driven by sustainability, some brands are still willing to bankroll passion projects that produce stunning cars that everyone lusts for. One of the most recent examples is the 2024 Aston Martin Valkyrie, a project so ambitious and hyper-focused on absolute performance. Very few of these examples were made, and when one goes up for sale, it's a big deal.

Playing by Maranello’s Rules By now, Ferrari’s strict ownership policies are widely known; violating them can reportedly land owners on the brand’s so-called “blacklist.” Still, for various reasons, some choose to go against the guidelines and do things their own way. One of them is Mat Armstrong, who claimed he was blocked from ordering parts directly from Ferrari and that his chances of getting his 296 GTB repaired through official channels were significantly reduced. Armstrong runs a YouTube

A Complicated Record with High-Speed Machines Richard Hammond made a name for himself by taking fast cars to their limits and making the experience accessible to viewers. Some of his most memorable moments, though, have come from things not going to plan. A jet-powered dragster crash in 2006 put him in the hospital and showed just how little room there is for error at high speed. Later, he crashed a 1,200-horsepower Rimac during a hillclimb, but walked away. These moments have become part of his

(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 worried. The place was not full. Not by a long shot. Now we normally get down here to the show an hour or so later, so I was trying to convince myself it was going to be okay, but I wasn’t doing a very good job of it. That was until about 10, when a definite increase in th

As with many other EV-only automakers, Lucid Motors is forced to face the new realities of the U.S. electric car market in the wake of last year's termination of the $7,500 EV federal tax credit and the rollback of stricter fuel efficiency targets by the Trump administration. For the California-based EV startup, the drop in electric car demand has led to a 12% reduction of its global salaried workforce, according to TechCrunch, which got hold of an internal company memo sent to employees. Hourly

Italian Dominance It’s 1999, and Ducati has won eight out of the last 12 Superbike World Championship (WSBK) riders’ titles. Over the preceding decade, their unique V-twin-powered machines proved to be a dominant force in a field otherwise populated by V-fours and inline fours. Honda, on the other hand, with their reputation for engineering excellence and legendary motorsport heritage, struggled to match the Italians. The Honda RC45 race bike, powered by a 750-cc V-four motor, was an excellent m

Why the heck are there so many colors of engine coolant nowadays? I mean was there really a problem with green? And if the colors matter so much, why can you buy coolant that will work with any of them? None of this makes sense! Video Description: Why are there so many different engine coolant colors — green, orange, yellow, pink, blue, purple — and why does your car care so much about which one you use? In this video, we do a deep dive into engine coolant chemistry, explaining why different

An Open-Top Surprise Ferrari is reportedly set to unveil five new models this year, and one of them could be a convertible version of the Amalfi. According to The Supercar Blog, the Italian marque is expected to introduce the Amalfi Spider in the first half of March 2026. If accurate, it would effectively serve as the successor to the Roma Spider. The Amalfi Spider is expected to closely mirror the coupe, which debuted last year as Ferrari’s newest entry-level offering. As with most convertibles

Skyactiv-Z: Mazda’s Combustion Reset Mazda has made it clear that combustion engines are still part of its plans, and Skyactiv-Z is the strongest proof yet. This new 2.5-liter four-cylinder follows Skyactiv-G and the less successful Skyactiv-X, but the focus this time is on getting more real-world efficiency out of every drop of fuel. For the uninitiated, Mazda’s Skyactiv-Z takes a different approach, using ultra-lean combustion and lambda-one control to get closer to what Mazda calls “ultimate

Smashing Expectations Big horsepower numbers typically come from equally big engines, but this latest dyno project flips that expectation on its head. The in-house experiment evolved from a modest development mule into a full-blown engineering statement capable of producing supercar-level output, and then some. What began as testing camshaft development and OEM-based modifications quickly escalated into a pursuit of absolute limits. The philosophy behind the build was simple: push conventional h

A Supposedly Repair Turns Into a $6,600 Shock A recent case involving an older-generation Toyota RAV4 owner has sparked debate online after a dealership quoted roughly $6,600 to repair what was described simply as an “airbox.” The story surfaced on Reddit, where the owner asked fellow users whether the estimate sounded reasonable. Notably, no specific symptoms or failure details were mentioned, leaving commenters to interpret the quote based solely on pricing and terminology. The confusion large

A Familiar Problem, a Different List GM has seen its share of recalls and lawsuits, but this latest case is tied directly to a defect dating back around 7 years. The new class action, filed just last week, argues that while GM fixed a known brake defect in 2019, it left out a different set of vehicles that may have the same issue under the hood. Filed in Michigan, the lawsuit names three owners – Kaylee Thieme, Rebecca Gill, and Meghan Morley – who are pushing for a nationwide class action. The

Electronic door handles on modern vehicles have come under fire in recent months. These flush-fitting door handles may have aerodynamic and style advantages, but they’re potentially fatal in an emergency situation if the doors can’t easily be opened. The issue is so concerning that China has moved to ban flush-style door handles, set to take effect in 2027. But Toyota has just shown us that buyers don’t need to choose between style and safety. The all-new, 2027 Highlander has flush door handles—

Lamborghini may now have an entirely plug-in hybrid lineup, but it’s been more hesitant than most to dip its toes into the world of fully electric cars. That currently looks like a smart move given buyer unwillingness to accept high-end performance electric cars, and that weak market has now led Lamborghini to officially pull the plug on its first planned electric car, the Lanzador. Previewed by 2023’s concept, the Lanzador was to be a curious high-riding 2+2 coupe/SUV mashup, and was initially

A Sneak Peek From Abroad While the 2026 Toyota RAV4 plug-in hybrid (PHEV) is scheduled to arrive in the U.S. in spring 2026, the model has already launched in Japan. That early debut gave Toyota Racing Development (TRD) in Japan an opportunity to showcase its catalog of parts for the PHEV’s GR Sport variant, which are currently offered only in its home market. TRD offers the Japan-spec 2026 RAV4 GR Sport with bodywork enhancements, including a front spoiler, side skirts, and rear bumper spoiler.

A More Extreme Red-Badged Civic Is Coming The Civic Type R isn’t going anywhere. Honda’s already confirmed a mid-cycle refresh for the current FL5, which would keep most Type R fans happy. But Honda’s been working on something much more serious behind the scenes. Honda Racing Corporation’s Civic Type R HRC Concept broke cover at the 2026 Tokyo Auto Salon, and it’s clear this isn’t just a show car. HRC bosses say they’re pushing ahead with production, so that means a true track-focused flagship t

The East Coast Bomb Cyclone Freezes the I-95 Corridor Millions of drivers are facing impossible conditions today as a historic blizzard rapidly intensifies off the Northeast coast. With up to two feet of snow expected from Delaware to Massachusetts, travel is coming to a complete halt. Whiteout conditions driven by 70 mph wind gusts are making roads impassable and severely limiting visibility. For anyone commuting or managing fleet logistics, the situation is escalating by the hour. This weather

Powering More Than the Drive Toyota has unveiled the 2026 RAV4 PHEV in Japan, and one of its most notable features is a power supply system designed to provide electricity to homes during emergencies, such as power outages. That sounds like a strong proposition – especially since this capability is more commonly associated with all-electric vehicles with Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) bidirectional charging like the Chevrolet Silverado EV – but according to Road & Track, it won’t be offered in the U.

From Niche to Relevance Volvo, by all intents and purposes, has always been a niche brand. Despite being a major mass-market luxury brand, they seemed like a different flavor to most people. Even more so was the Polestar brand, which started life as Volvo's performance arm and later spun off to become an independent full EV maker. 2025 was Polestar's best year of sales so far, and the company's keen to keep it going, with many planned model releases in the coming years to drive volume sales. The

A Price Cut With a Clock Tesla recently unveiled a new entry-level Cybertruck trim priced about $20,000 below the Premium AWD model. However, CEO Elon Musk dampened the excitement with a cryptic post on X: “Just for 10 days.” A follow-up exchange with a fan later clarified what he was referring to. When asked how much the Cybertruck would cost after 10 days, Musk responded, “Depends on how much demand we see at this price level.” While the remark implies the lower price may be temporary, the new

Toyota and Subaru shared the GR86 and BRZ, and then they put their own badges on their nearly identical electric crossovers, the bZ and Trailseeker. But despite sharing nearly everything, the two EVs have a big gulf between their prices, with the 2026 bZ Woodland over $5,000 more expensive than the 2026 Trailseeker. At least, that was the case a few weeks ago, with Cars.com reporting that the bZ Woodland is now being offered with up to $5,000 in cash back for buyers and $6,500 in cash back for t

Important Z Tweaks Coming to America The facelifted Nissan Z was quietly announced at the height of the Tokyo Auto Salon fanfare last month. No spotlight, no big reveal – just a subtle update that you might miss if you weren’t paying attention. But honestly, it’s a tweak that matters, especially if you’re never sold on the old rectangular grille. The front end now looks cleaner and softer, with a shape that calls back to the original Fairlady Z. The bumper and nose are simpler, and the whole car

The Volkswagen Tiguan is currently available in SEL R-Line Turbo form, but as sporty as that name is meant to seem, the crossover is not quick enough to beat a Toyota RAV4 GR Sport in a straight line. Wolfsburg has a retort in development, however, and it's simply called the Tiguan R. Spied in Sweden during cold-weather testing, this pre-production vehicle looks very similar to the R-Line Turbo, but a set of four exhaust tips and some beefy brakes give it away as the hottest Tiguan yet. While th

The Model Formerly Known as the RS 4 It may say RS 5 on the trunk lid, but the reality is that the latest model is more of an RS 4 successor. The real RS 5 is no more, as there are no plans for a coupe or a convertible. Blame it all on the odd-even naming convention that hasn't done Audi any favors, and the company has admitted that it was a misstep. As it's essentially an RS 4, it gets more formal body styles. The sedan is back, though the DNA of the old RS 5 Sportback remains. Of course, there