Latest Updates Around The World
The Lexus ISthat escaped death to return for the 2026 model year could extend its lifespan with an electric powertrain. This is evident from a report from the Japanese outlet Best carLexus plans to launch a next-generation electric IS sometime in 2027. The lineup is expected to include single- and dual-engine versions, with the latter […]
Tesla is offering a new base trim for the Cybertruck, which has the same dual-motor all-wheel drive as the Premium model, but for $20,000 less. While the truck’s performance remains largely unchanged, Tesla has ditched the air suspension, rear passenger touchscreen, and leatherette upholstery. The entry-level Cybertruck starts at $62,235, and Tesla has also dropped […]
The Supreme Court announced this morning that it has struck down the president’s sweeping tariffs, which he said exceeded the powers of his office. The 6-3 decision ends widespread tariffs on foreign goods, including those targeting cars and auto parts imported from other countries. This is a development story. We will update it as soon […]
Frank van Meel, the CEO of BMWs M Division says the business model for manual transmissions is getting worse. The M boss told the Australian outlet Autosales.com that the days of performance manufacturers offering manual transmissions are numbered. According to van Meel, the business case for developing new manual transmissions no longer exists. Surprising absolutely […]
Nissan is recalling 318,781 Rogue SUVs with electronic throttle shifters that could break. A diagnostic routine performed at start-up can cause a gear in the electronic gas chamber (ETC) to weaken or break, effectively locking the car in place. The recall affects a huge population of Rogue SUVs from the 2024 and 2025 model years. […]
Tesla is changing the name of its driver assistance systems after the California Department of Motor Vehicles threatened to revoke its dealer license. California had previously ruled that the names “Autopilot” and “Full Self-Driving” misrepresented the system’s capabilities, in violation of state law. ‘Full Self-Driving’ will now be suffixed with ‘(Under Supervised)’ in all marketing […]
Mercedes-Benz has initiated a recall for 12,236 EQB electric SUVs that could pose a fire hazard. According to the recall documents, the high-voltage battery could short out, causing the battery to catch fire. Official documents show that Mercedes will replace the affected batteries of all 12,236 cars involved in the recall. Mercedes-Benz has ordered a […]
Apple promised video playback with CarPlay when it first announced the latest version of iOS. The feature hasn’t been implemented yet, but developers can now access the functionality. Users can watch via a CarPlay version of Apple TV and stream video from other apps to the vehicle. If you’re bored of waiting in the car […]
Jeep hinted that it might bring the V-8 back to the market Great Cherokeealthough the brand has not announced any official plans regarding the change. Speak with The drivea senior engineer told the outlet to “stay tuned for more” when asked about the Hemi’s return. Last fall, Jeep’s CEO said Grand Cherokee customers “want options” […]
With otherworldly styling and supercharged V-8 power, the Avanti was a 1950s masterpiece. Raymond Loewy was a prolific industrial designer whose sketchbook continues to shape the modern world. This Studebaker was purchased by the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) over ten years ago, but has now been recently restored. It is difficult to […]
