Subaru asks customers if they want a manual SUV

Subaru sent out an internal survey asking if they wanted a manual SUV. A second survey asks whether customers specifically want a manual Outback Wilderness. The last manual SUV left Subaru’s lineup in 2023. Even with so many manuals disappearing in recent years, some companies are trying to keep the manual transmission alive. Subaru is […]

Volvo station wagons back? SPA3 platform enables more flexible packaging for lower-riding EV models – paultan.org

Although Volvo had previously said it will no longer introduce new station wagon models, it appears a turnaround is on the way as the Swedish brand’s new platform could see its future EV models ride closer to the ground and not necessarily have the height of an SUV. Coach. The platform known as SPA3 is […]

Cabriolet Parade: Singer shaves off the top with its latest redesigned Porsche 911

Singer has set his sights on redesigning the 964-generation Porsche 911 Cabriolet. Power comes from a 4.0-liter six-cylinder with water-cooled heads and variable valve timing. In addition to all kinds of performance upgrades, there is even a new electric folding roof. Cutting the roof off a car designed as a coupe introduces some structural flexibility, […]

Mercedes EQB battery fire recall announced

The Mercedes-Benz recall includes nearly 12,000 vehicles that were previously recalled. February 13, 2026 Another Mercedes EQB battery fire recall has been announced, this time for nearly 12,000 vehicles that need to be parked outdoors and away from things that could catch fire. EQB owners are also warned to only charge their vehicles to a […]

Experience the Future of Performance with the Lotus Emeya at KLGCC Mall, February 11 to 15 – paultan.org

Few names are as reminiscent of performance as Lotus. Thanks to its stellar history, which spans 74 years, it has done everything from winning the Formula 1 World Championship seven times to innovations such as ground effect to building a lightweight aluminum sports car in the form of the Lotus Elise. So when the company […]