Autos

How Fast Is the New Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid?

A drive in the new Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Sport Turismo, filmed in 4K. This video explores performance, comfort, and technology in Porsche’s most powerful hybrid estate. With over 700hp and all-wheel drive, the Panamera combines supercar acceleration with everyday practicality and refinement. #PorschePanamera #TurboSEHybrid #Porsche #SportTurismo #Hybrid #Automotive #Performance

Which SUV Is Faster – Tesla Model X Plaid or Cayenne Turbo GT?

The Tesla Model X Plaid and Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT go head to head in a quarter-mile drag race to determine which SUV is truly faster. The Model X Plaid delivers over 1,000 horsepower from its electric motors, while the Cayenne Turbo GT produces 650 horsepower from its twin-turbo V8. This test reveals how electric power compares to traditional performance in two of the world’s quickest SUVs. #TeslaModelXPlaid #CayenneTurboGT #DragRace #SuperSUV #Performance

Tesla Autopilot Crash in Illinois Raises New Safety Concerns

A driver snoozing at the wheel of a Tesla supposedly running on Autopilot plowed straight into a parked squad car in South Barrington, Illinois. The smash-up happened in the predawn gloom on Route 59, cops nearby dealing with another traffic stop while this sleeping beauty’s ride ignored flashing emergency lights and rear-ended the SUV with bone-rattling force. Both vehicles took heavy hits, but miraculously, nobody got hurt. The groggy motorist...

How Fast & Wild Is the 820HP BMW M5 CS G-Power?

The BMW M5 CS tuned by G-Power to 820HP turns Autobahn runs into full-on supercar slayers. Experience 100–300 km/h acceleration, brutal drifts, epic V8 sound, and full POV action — filmed by AutoTopNL.

This Japanese IT Giant Is Getting Into The Car Business

A Japanese IT giant is taking a plunge into the car business and is even releasing a concept car. Here's everything you need to know about the business move.

The EV Lie: This Is Why You Should Buy a Hybrid Immediately

Volvo has effectively withdrawn from its pledge made four years ago to fully transition to electric vehicles (EVs) by 2030. With EV market growth falling short of expectations, the company has now set a revised goal: shifting 90–100% of its total sales to electrified vehicles, combining plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) and EVs. Volvo has already halted dies...

Koenigsegg One:1 — What’s It Like to Drive a $10M Hypercar?

Get behind the wheel of the ultra-rare Koenigsegg One:1. Discover what it’s like to drive one of the world’s most exclusive hypercars, blending extreme power with precision engineering.

The Greatest Drag Racing Cars In American History

From the early 1960s Super Stock wars to modern factory drag monsters, America has built cars that could humble anything on the strip. Here are 25 of the greatest drag racing cars in American history, each a legend in its own right.

Toyota Celica Generations: A Comprehensive History

A comprehensive look at the legendary Toyota Celica through all of its generations. Which one is the best?

6 GM cars that shared engines with competitors

General Motors (GM), with its extensive history in the automobile industry, has often collaborated with other manufacturers. This strategy sometimes involved sharing engines across different models, which resulted in unique partnerships and fascinating cars. Here are six GM cars that shared engines with competitors, showcasing the versatility and reach of GM’s engineering capabilities. Chevrolet Nova... The post 6 GM cars that shared engines...

10 Car Models Built in Surprising Places Around the World

Car enthusiasts are fiercely loyal to their chosen brand, sparking debates about which is superior. These car models aren’t built where you think!

100% Green, 0% Gas—BMW Just Built the Most Advanced Car Factory on Earth

The auto industry has always been a powerhouse—of engines, energy use, and carbon emissions. But the gears are shifting fast. As sustainability takes center stage, automakers aren’t just making cleaner cars—they’re reinventing how they make them. And leading that green revolution is BMW, with its groundbreaking new production hub in Hungary that’s ...

The First Corvette Ever Made Vanished For Decades – Here's Where It Is Today

The first Corvette ever to roll off the line had been missing for decades, presumed destroyed at some point... until it turned up in an unexpected place.

Japan Wants 10,000 Driverless Cars on the Road by 2030

One of the most hotly debated topics in the automotive world is driverless/autonomous driving vehicles. The idea, while seemingly sci-fi, has already been around for decades, with multiple pushes from the biggest tech and automotive companies. We’ve also seen certain implementations mainly in ...

10 Of The Best Used Cars For New Drivers

There are several factors to consider for a new driver's first car, from safety to cost to functionality. Here are 10 cars that make great starter vehicles.

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Companies hit the brakes on EVs, laying off thousands of workers

In recent weeks, automakers and other companies in the vehicle space are pulling back their investments in electric vehicles (EVs), including laying off workers in multiple states.

America’s 10 Most Trail-Tested SUVs — Ranked for 2025

This list includes a might all-electric SUV that has some neat tricks up its sleeve, including CrabWalk.

10 Japan Market Cars We Need Right Now

I’ve just returned home following the 2025 Japan Mobility Show and folks, there are a lot of cool cars on the other side of the world that we’re missing out on.

Line Drive in the Corners, Groundout on the Straights: We Drive the 2026 Honda Prelude Prototype

The Civic Type R's steering and suspension make themselves known, but the lack of power reminds us that the Prelude serves a different overall purpose.

Opel Corsa Turbo – Quarter Mile in 10.1 Sec

This video features an Opel Corsa Turbo achieving a 10.1-second run on the quarter mile. Despite its compact size, the car delivers impressive acceleration and grip. Footage highlights the launch, power delivery, and response that make this performance-focused hatchback stand out on the strip.

Ford’s $30,000 Electric Pickup Is Taking Shape–And It’s Coming Fast

The American automaker is wasting no time in developing its affordable electric platform, with component sourcing already at 95%.

Smallest Ioniq Spills Secrets On Hyundai’s New Infotainment Setup

Smallest Ioniq yet will face off against Kia’s new EV4, which shares its E-GMP platform

Inside the Unforeseen Pause: Ford's All-Electric F-150 Lightning Faces a Critical Production Halt

Inside the Unforeseen Pause: Ford's All-Electric F-150 Lightning Faces a Critical Production Halt

Saleen Reworked The Ford Focus Into A Hot Hatch Fit For The Fast & Furious Generation

With only a relative handful made, this track-ready, special-edition Ford hot hatch is a rare bird these days.

Toyota’s New Turbo Four Takes Shape

Toyota’s all-new turbocharged four-cylinder engine is redefining performance. With advanced twin-scroll tech, lightning-fast response, and efficiency...

The Renault Twingo E-Tech Electric is a budget city EV for Europe

Renault is reintroducing the Twingo nameplate in Europe as a fully electric model, positioned as an affordable city car built for urban driving. The new Twingo E-Tech Electric will be manufactured in Novo Mesto, Slovenia, and is scheduled to launch in early 2026. The company aims to keep its starting price below €20,000 (before incentives), ... Read more The post The Renault Twingo E-Tech Electric is a budget city EV for Europe appeared first on...

Ford F‑150 Lightning falters as Texas buyers stick to gas

EV shocker: Texas still loves gas.

Ford and GM face trouble as Canada cuts EV-policy breaks for rivals

Tesla to produce self-driving car out of Texas in 2026

But CEO Elon Musk has said he tends to be "a little optimistic."

Toyota Unveils the Corolla EV—And It’s Taking Dead Aim at the Model 3

The Toyota Corolla, a name synonymous with reliability and mass appeal for over half a century, is entering a bold new era as it goes electric. After 50 years of ruling the internal combustion engine market, the world’s best-selling compact car is about to be reborn for the EV age. Electric vehicle media outlet Electrek reported on Monday that Toyo...

Two New GM Cars Coming To U.S. Based On A RWD Platform

GM is developing at least two U.S. passenger cars: the next Cadillac CT5 on Alpha 2-2 and a second model still undisclosed, likely Chevy or Camaro.

2008 Lotus Elise California Edition For Sale With 3,300 Miles Could Be the Cleanest One Left

A 2008 Lotus Elise California Edition showing just 3,300 miles has surfaced for sale on Bring a Trailer, offering collectors one of the rarest and most pristine examples of the lightweight British sports car. It’s one of just 50 California Edition cars ever produced, evenly split between ...

Prototype Testing at Nürburgring – Lexus LFR, Audi RS6 e-tron, BMW M3 & More

New performance prototypes were spotted undergoing testing at the Nürburgring. This includes the upcoming Lexus LFR, Audi RS6 e-tron, BMW M3, and Porsche GT2 RS. Get an early look at how manufacturers push these cars on one of the world’s most demanding tracks.

S14 Silvia: The Ultimate Guide To A Nissan Icon

The S14-gen Nissan Silvia you can get for a steal these days is an icon.

Best New-Car Finance Deals for November 2025

This month, we pick from what few lease deals are left on the market.

Chevrolet Corvette C4 Graded: Ranking the '80s and '90s 'Vettes

Welcome to Graded. Here we discuss legendary marques, models, or trim packages and affix a letter grade to a selection of vehicles falling under that topic. The grades mean nothing and are completely arbitrary. I fully encourage you to tell me what I got wrong and how you would grade them instead. Have some fun with it.

Tesla Owner Complaints Rise in US Door-Handle Defect Probe

The US auto safety regulator investigating whether certain Tesla Inc. door handles are defective received more complaints within days of initiating its probe from consumers who were unable to enter or exit their vehicles after battery failures.

A Car That Charges Itself? Nissan’s New Solar EV Might Just Pull It Off

Nissan just took a big step toward greener driving with its new Ao-Solar Extender, a solar roof system for the compact Sakura EV that can generate enough power to drive up to 1,864 miles a year on sunlight alone. The Sakura has been Japan’s best-selling EV for three straight years, and now Nissan is doubling down on efficiency by literally letting ...

At $6.4M, Even Daily Driver D-Types Bring Big Money

When it came time for Jaguar to replace its immensely successful C-Type racing car, the Coventry firm understood its two-time Le Mans winner would be a tough act to follow. History has proven, however, that the C was simply the opening act. D-Types debuted at the famed French circuit in 1954, and though José Froilán […]

10 States Where the Auto Industry Drives the Economy

The auto industry drives U.S. state economies, creating jobs, boosting investments, and advancing innovation.

Driver shares honest reactions after switching to EV for the first time: 'I finally made the plunge'

"Enjoy your new vehicle." Driver shares honest reactions after switching to EV for the first time: 'I finally made the plunge' first appeared on The Cool Down.

Crash Test Gone Viral: The MG S6 EV Wasn’t Supposed to Debut This Way—The Test Just Made It Famous

The new MG S6 EV has just made a surprising debut—and not through a glitzy auto show. Instead, it broke cover via a series of Euro NCAP crash test photos, offering a not-so-polished but undeniably detailed first look. Both two-wheel and four-wheel-drive versions are confirmed, and the safety results speak for themselves: 92% for adult occupants and...

America's Failed Luxury Cars Are Still Evolving In China

Will we ever see them back in the US?

Porsche's 911 Turbo S is back and more powerful than ever

Porsche has managed to make its already-potent 911 Turbo S into something even more powerful.

Las Vegas’ Police Department Just Unveiled a Fleet of Souped-Up Cybertrucks

The police department is the first in America to deploy a Cybertruck patrol fleet. The vehicles have gotten some major upgrades for the job.

What Makes Those Cop-Spec Teslas Police-Ready?

Okay, so you don't like the Cybertruck. Would improved sway bars and lightweight steel wheels change your mind?

Tesla recalls thousands of vehicles due to serious defect: 'Sudden loss'

It creates serious safety risk. Tesla recalls thousands of vehicles due to serious defect: 'Sudden loss' first appeared on The Cool Down.

First drive in 2024 Corvette E-Ray Hybrid (0-60 in 2.1 seconds)

Get ready to win a 2024 Corvette E-Ray 3LZ Convertible! Use promo code DRIVE615 at checkout for 50% more entries. This giveaway is organized by the International Motor Racing Research Center. Hurry, the last day to enter is 4/7! Join me as I visit the National Corvette Museum Motorsports Park in Bowling Green, Kentucky, where I had the incredible opportunity to track the all-new Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray. Special thanks to the National Corvette Museum Motorsports Park! This stunning E-Ray sets a record with a 0-60 mph time of just 2.1 seconds. The 2024 Corvette E-Ray features an all-wheel drive hybrid system powered by both an electric motor and a 6.2L V8 engine, delivering a combined 655 horsepower and 575 LB-FT of torque. 0:00 E-Ray Launch Control 0:15 Drive615 Intro 0:30 C7 Z06 1:05 Enter Giveaway and win an E-Ray 3:30 E-Ray Stealth Mode 4:19 E-Ray's Hybrid Power 6:15 Battery Recharge 8:35 E-Ray Exhaust and Sound 8:50 Driving Impressions 9:30 Tracking an E-Ray 11:11 POV Drive 18:40 Launch Control Fail 18:55 2024 Corvette E-Ray Launch Control 19:00 E-Ray 0-60 Discover the E-Ray - the first electrified all-wheel drive Corvette, setting new records as the quickest in history. With its wider fenders, quarter panels, and fascias, this car is a true marvel of engineering. Don't miss your chance to enter the giveaway and experience the thrill of driving the fastest hybrid sports car on the market. #eray #corvette #0to60 subscribe subscribe subscribe

6 Fastest Buicks Ever Made, Ranked By Top Speed

Buick isn't known for making speed demon race cars, focusing on luxury instead, but that doesn't mean some of its high-performance cars aren't fast.