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Tesla gets knocked out of top spot

Tesla has lost its position as the world’s largest electric vehicle manufacturer after annual sales declined for a second consecutive year, reflecting growing competitive and political pressures on the company. The automaker reported deliveries of 1.64 million vehicles in 2025, representing a 9% drop from the previous year. That decline allowed Chinese rival BYD to take the top global spot, with 2.26 million vehicles sold during the same period....


Porsche admits it misread demand for an EV-only Macan


6 vehicles with over 1,000 horsepower

A 1,000 horsepower vehicle is something that not many car manufacturers can achieve or people can afford. Here are six that you need to know about.


China just crossed the 50% mark—half of all new cars now plug-in hybrids or EVs

China's new-vehicle market is undergoing a rapid transformation, with plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) now accounting for more than half of all sales. This structural shift indicates that by 2030, the overwhelming majority of new cars sold in China could be electrified. CleanTechnica, a leading electric vehicle news outlet, reported on Sund...


Auto & transport roundup: Market talk

Find insight on Rivian Automotive, Delta Air Lines, BYD and more in the latest Market Talks covering Auto and Transport.


10 of the strangest cars ever built by Chrysler

There's nothing wrong with a good Chrysler, except maybe these bizarre ones the company has brought out over the decades. They're... unique, we'll say.


How the McLaren F1 GTR’s Le Mans shock win made it a legend overnight

The McLaren F1 GTR arrived at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1995 as a curiosity, a road‑car‑based outsider facing purpose‑built prototypes that were expected to disappear into the distance. By the time the chequered flag fell, that outsider had taken an overall victory that stunned the paddock and instantly rewrote endurance racing’s hierarchy. […]


Nissan lost its EV sales lead in Japan for the first time in Q4

Japan’s EV market sees a reshuffling as longtime leaders slip, but electrics still make up less than 2 percent of new car sales nationwide


Porsche GT3 991.2 choosing PDK over manual owner's review - ANSWRD

Jeany takes us for a ride in her Porsche 991.2 GT3 equipped with carbon sport bucket seats and a 7-speed pdk transmission. With over 7,000 miles and 2 track days, Jeany has lots of experience with her GT3 and also owns a Porsche Cayman track car as well as a Macan daily driver. answrd is a series of car reviews by real owners, not automotive journalists like Chris Harris, Doug Demuro, or The Straight Pipes. Cars in this series include the Gaglardi Vex, Porsche 911 GT3, McLaren 600LT, Ferrari F12/F430 and 458 Italia, Acura NSX, Corvette, FRS, BMWs, Drift Cars, and others! #Porsche #991GT3 #PorscheGT3 #CarReview Time stamps: 00:00 - 00:15 Intro 00:16 - 01:14 The story of getting a GT3 over 4.0 rs 01:15 - 01:23 Acura nsx ad break 01:24 - 02:05 Ownership so far 02:06 - 02:50 Favorite Thing 02:51 - 04:12 Least Favorite Thing 04:13 - 04:52 Spoiler Alert it's hard to see 04:53 - 06:25 Choosing pdk over Manual 06:26 - 6:52 Front axle lift 06:53 - 08:45 Is it too good for the street?


High power Audi and Porsche cars face off in a drag race

This video features a drag race between high-performance Audi and Porsche models, including a modified Audi RS3 Sedan Stage 4, an Audi R8 V10 Spyder, and a Porsche 992 Turbo S. The footage focuses on acceleration, launches, and straight-line performance in a controlled motorsport setting, highlighting the differences between turbocharged sedans and high-end supercars.


Mini JCW GP1 supercharged autobahn review

This rare 2006 Mini JCW GP1 delivers an old-school hot hatch experience, powered by a 1.6L supercharged engine producing 218HP. In this Autobahn test, it hits 232 km/h and shows off its raw, playful character, lightweight chassis, and signature GP features. With only 2,000 units ever made, it’s a future classic for true driving enthusiasts.


Same bones: 1999 Lotus Elise and 2008 Tesla Roadster

The Elise was one of the most important models in Lotus Cars history and a return to form for this British sports car maker, selling strongly through two generations and numerous updates over 25 years. It’s now a bona fide modern classic that changes hands at ever-increasing prices, both in the U.S. and abroad. The… The post Same Bones: 1999 Lotus Elise and 2008 Tesla Roadster appeared first on The Online Automotive Marketplace.


One discontinued sedan just crashed the top 10 used car list

A new analysis has revealed the top-selling cars, trucks, and SUVs in the used market over the course of 2025. With the average transaction price of new cars hitting $50,000 in recent months, many consumers are forced to buy used to get the vehicle they want. The top three spots on the ...


I'm Trying to Buy Justin Bieber's Bugatti!

Ed Bolian‬ is on the Bugatti hunt once again! The latest target is 2012 Veyron Grand Sport VF9SK2C2XCM795045. This legendary car was featured at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 2011, owned by Birdman, given to Justin Bieber, sold to Floyd Mayweather ahead of the Connor McGregor fight, owned by Lil Uzi Vert, and sold by RD Whittington for $1M over its current value to an unsuspecting client. Can Ed get the deal done?!


Ferrari F12 ownership experience - real review + Corvette gains 200 horsepower due to Chevy supply chain issues

Kit shares his experience of owning 83 cars, with a particular highlight on his 2015 Ferrari F12berlinetta in Rosso Corsa. In a video, he explains his choice of the front-engined V12 Ferrari over the Aston Martin DBS and V12 Vantage, reflecting on his previous cars like the Porsche 991 GT3, McLaren 600LT, Porsche 718 Spyder, Ferrari California, and BMW M8 Convertible. This is part of the "answrd" series, featuring car reviews by real owners rather than automotive journalists such as Chris Harris or Doug Demuro. The series showcases a range of vehicles, including the Gaglardi Vex, Porsche 911 GT3, McLaren 600LT, the Ferrari models F12, F430, and 458 Italia, Acura NSX, Corvette, FRS, and various BMWs and drift cars. Favorite F12 videos include "TERRIFYING! Ferrari F12 Berlinetta Review" from The Straight Pipes and Carfection's "Ferrari F12 Berlinetta: Last Of The Naturally Aspirated V12s?" The narrative also introduces Jeff with his 2017 C7 Corvette Grand Sport, which produces nearly 800 horsepower on 91 octane gas. Viewers are encouraged to engage with the story, especially if they own a C7.


Meet the North American Car, Truck, and Utility Vehicle of the Year winners

The 2026 winners of the North American Car, Truck, and Utility Vehicle of the Year awards were named at the Detroit Auto Show this week. A jury of industry experts named the Dodge Charger (STLA) as North American Car of the Year, the Ford Maverick Lobo (F) as the Truck of the Year, and the Hyundai Palisade (HYMTF) as the Utility Vehicle of the Year...


Can Newsom thaw his relationship with automakers? $200 million might help.

State funding for electric vehicle rebates could help broker a detente between California and automakers.


Tesla’s self-driving feature switching to subscription only

For Musk to earn additional shares under his pay package, the company needs a certain number of subscriptions.


Tesla’s biggest market just threatened to shut down sales over false ads


How Formula 1 teams are preparing for all of the new challenges coming in 2026

Team leaders weigh in on how their teams are planning to adapt to the major changes in the 2026 F1 rulebook.


Clean sticky car radio buttons DIY and selling an Audi R8 for a Miata - Paul's car story

To stay safe during quarantine, I've been focusing on making videos with my 2012 MK6 GTI and 2004 Cayenne Turbo. I discovered a useful trick for cleaning the sticky radio knobs and dials in the Cayenne, which is a common issue in older Ferraris as well, due to sun exposure over the years. The buttons in Ferraris are not as easy to remove, though. Thanks to @HooviesGarage for inspiring me to buy my first Porsche. Paul, whom I met when he had the first dual-clutch Audi R8 in the USA with an S-Tronic transmission, recently bought a 4th generation Club Edition 6-speed MX-5, known as a Mazda Miata ND. This was to replace his stunning V10-powered R8 with a dual-clutch. His latest acquisition is a 991.1 Porsche GT3RS. In a remote interview, Paul explained his past cars and his decision to choose the Miata over a BMW M4 convertible and Bentley Continental GTC while searching for a replacement for his Audi R8 V10 Plus. I, Ben, currently own a 1991 BRG Limited Edition Miata, and before that, a classic red 1995 Miata was my weekend car, alongside my MK6 GTI DSG and Mini Cooper S 6-speed. If you have any car video requests, let me know!


4 carmakers to recall over 340,000 vehicles due to faulty parts

carmakers-recall SEOUL, Jan. 15 (Yonhap) -- Hyundai Motor Co., Porsche Korea and two other automakers will voluntarily recall more than 340,000 vehicles in South Korea to fix various component defects, the transport ministry said Thursday. The four companies, including Kia Corp. and Mercedes-Benz Korea, are recalling a combined 344,073 vehicles acr...


Tesla-rival Rivian expands Austin-area presence with new service, sales center

Tesla rival Rivian will build a $9.5 million, 46,000-square-foot service and sales center in Round Rock, expanding its Austin presence. Construction is set to begin in March.


Lamborghini recalls thousands of SUVs after software problems surface

Lamborghini is pulling back thousands of its flagship SUVs after a software problem raised fresh questions about how reliably high end vehicles handle basic safety functions. The recall affects the Urus line across several model years and underscores how a glitch in code, not a mechanical failure, can sideline a six figure performance machine. At... The post Lamborghini recalls thousands of SUVs after software problems surface appeared first on...


I built 10 bumper cars - and they're street legal

A FAMILY has become used to turning heads while driving their fleet of 10 bumper cars on California’s roads. In this week’s episode, vehicles are taken from the amusement park to the open roads. But Tom Wright, a builder, hadn't planned on taking the first fairground ride he worked on to the streets. He told us: “The purpose at the time was to restore it to its original lustre and put it in a showroom.” However, before finishing the project he decided that he also wanted the cars to be mobile. So, Tom used his engineering skills to move them onto the open road. He explained: “I decided to convert it to a six-speed Kawasaki 550cc motor.” Making these historic vehicles roadworthy was a challenge for him, some having been out of use for 80 years. “They were sitting outside riddled with rust, 18 inches on some of the cars and had to be cut off," Tom said. The bumper cars have also been added with some special features, such as wood exteriors to reflect the area they drive through. “The wheels are custom golf cart wheels because this is a California beach community," he said. Acquiring the first car, finding the right components, making the frames and sending the bodies for paint took a year to complete. All this hard work was worth it in the end, as they are “extremely fun to drive”. When Tom takes the 10 bumpers for a spin with friends and family they turn the heads of locals. “The smiles, waves and the honks make the hobby worth doing.”


Tesla Plaid vs McLaren 765LT

In this DragTimes quarter-mile race, the Tesla Model S Plaid faces off against the McLaren 765LT to see which high-performance machine delivers quicker straight-line speed. The Tesla Plaid produces 1,020 horsepower from its tri-motor electric setup, delivering instant torque and all-wheel-drive traction. The McLaren 765LT relies on a lightweight chassis and a twin-turbo V8 to fight back at higher speeds. Multiple runs highlight launch performance, acceleration differences, and top-end pull as electric power challenges one of McLaren’s most focused supercars. This race shows how modern EVs are reshaping performance benchmarks once dominated by lightweight supercars.


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

Certainly! Here's a revised version of the YouTube video description with all links and additional text related to those links removed: Win a 2024 Corvette E-Ray 3LZ Convertible: Using promo code DRIVE615 at checkout gets you 50% more entries automatically! The giveaway is organized by the International Motor Racing Research Center. The last day to enter is 4/7. Yesterday, I went up to the National Corvette Museum Motorsports Park (NCMSP) in Bowling Green Kentucky. I was fortunate enough to get to track the all new Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray on the track. Thank you so much to the National Corvette Museum Motorsports Park. This has to be a world record to get a 0-60 time of 2-1 seconds in the all new 2024 E-Ray corvette. The Eray is Corvettes all wheel drive hybrid powered by both an electric motor and a 6.2L v8. These combined motors produce 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 ERay is a Hybrid 6:15 Battery Recharge button 8:35 E-Ray exhaust and E-Ray revs 8:40 E-ray sound 8:50 Eray Driving impressions 9:30 Tracking an E-ray 11:11 pov E-Ray drive 18:40 E-Ray Launch Control Fail 18:55 2024 Corvette E-Ray Launch Control 19:00 E-Ray 0-60 #eray #corvette #0to60 The E-ray (Eray) is the first electrified all wheel drive corvette and the quickest corvette in history. E-Ray has wider fenders, quarter panels and fasci...


Audi car deliveries fall as demand hit by geopolitical and economic challenges

The brand’s 2025 car deliveries fell 2.9% and the automaker echoed comments from German peers.


10 car models that were lightly disguised racing cars

Explore ten iconic vehicles that blurred the line between daily driving and professional racing. From Group B rally monsters to DTM legends, these are the greatest homologation specials ever made.


China extends lead as world’s largest EV market in 2025

China kept its lead as the world’s biggest electric vehicle market in 2025, and local companies grabbed even more space from foreign carmakers. The country sold almost 13 million electric cars and plug-in hybrids last year. That’s 54% of the whole market. The big sellers are Chinese companies like BYD and Geely, Tesla is the […]


The story of Japan’s tiny and quirky kei cars

Your pocket guide to Japan’s tiny, quirky and brilliant kei cars – including some of our favourite models


The GR GT3 is proof Toyota’s still got gasoline in its veins—and it’s a hybrid monster

Toyota unveiled the GR GT and GR GT3 prototypes at Tokyo Auto Salon 2026, showcasing hybrid systems and outstanding performance.


Time is running out for our Acura Integra Type S

We're savoring the time we have left with Acura's excellent sports sedan.


Barra’s playing both sides on EVs, just in case the White House changes

GM still believes in an all-EV future, but plug-in hybrids are back in play as regulations and demand shift again


Why she chose a BMW M2 DCT over a BMW M4 + Lexus GX470 overland build review

Niel upgraded from a Mini Cooper S to a BMW M2, choosing it over other great options like the M3 and M4 because the M2 was too compelling to pass up. The car was purchased before the M2 CS was unveiled, and its license plate often invites other drivers to race. Niel's M2 is stock, offering an authentic experience of M2 ownership straight from the dealer. If she made modifications, she would consider a Stage 1 tune, smaller wheels, a valved catback exhaust, and possibly a roof wrap, with the toughest choice being between a DCT or manual transmission. Her car adventures can be found on Instagram @turrbokitty. "Answrd" is a series of car reviews by real owners rather than automotive journalists. This series covers a wide range of vehicles, including the Gaglardi Vex, Porsche 911 GT3, McLaren 600LT, Ferrari models, Acura NSX, Corvette, FRS, BMWs, and Drift Cars. Douglas Sonders, another enthusiast, recently purchased and built a 2008 Lexus GX470, contributing photos to the video series.


A 3,000-hp Chinese electric hypercar just showed up in the US

Chinese automakers remain effectively absent from the U.S. market due to factors such as ongoing geopolitical tensions. For ultra-wealthy enthusiasts like Richard Skelhorn, however, those obstacles don’t pose much of a barrier. Skelhorn recently brought his BYD Yangwang U9 to ...


China’s car market hits the brakes as automakers look abroad

The contrast highlights a market increasingly split between a saturated home audience and aggressive global ambitions.


This Japanese car's sales prove that sedans aren't dead in America

One sedan’s success is rewriting the narrative in the U.S.


The first production car to hit 200 mph used one of the smallest twin-turbo V8s ever

This record-breaking supercar proved there is a replacement for displacement after all.


Gas-powered cars still the first choice for most Americans


What’s coming next in car tech and why it’s kept secret

Car technology is changing fast, but some developments aren’t meant to be public yet. Behind closed doors, new systems are being tested that could redefine driving. From software to hardware, the focus is on control, efficiency, and automation. What’s revealed hints at where the industry is really heading.


Samsung strengthens its EV chip push with a BMW iX3 supply deal


Saudi Arabia is building the weirdest electric car you’ll see this year

With the silhouette of a doorstop, technology borrowed from BMW, Rimac and Hyundai, and production rooted in Saudi Arabia, this strange new electric vehicle prototype is truly one of a kind. Spotted testing in public by Response, the sharp-edged machine comes from Ceer, Saudi Arabia’s first ...


Detroit Auto Show returns amid rising costs and new tax incentive

President Trump’s "One Big Beautiful Bill" passed last fall and included a "no tax on car interest" provision.


Behind the factory gates: Farley’s impact & Toyota’s driverless ambitions

It’s a triple dose of auto innovation: factory floor reveals, Ford’s push toward eyes‑off tech, and Toyota’s autonomous roadmap.


2026 Nissan LEAF SV+ consumer review: Are EVs ready for primetime?

Late last year we asked ourselves a question: are we ready? We wanted to know if it is finally time. That point in history where electric vehicles are just as easy to live with as their fuel-burning counterparts.


‘World’s largest capacity’ hybrid EV battery that charges 80% in 10 mins unveiled

Svolt Energy this week pushed the limits of plug-in hybrid batteries by unveiling an 80...


10 Kei alternatives you might not know about

When it comes to Japanese imports, forget 800-horsepower R34 Skylines or overlanding-ready Mitsubishi Delicas; the humble “kei truck” seems to have grabbed the lion’s share of the headlines over the past couple of years. The discourse seems to have three pillars. The first is the legality of these tiny machines, which several states can’t seem […]


Life with a Series 200 Land Cruiser and 2022 Lexus IS500 first drive impressions - V8 is back!

A day with the 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser, also known as the 200 series, offers an experience with a globe-trotting, all-terrain-conquering vehicle featuring a 13 mpg fuel efficiency. This model marks the last of the Land Cruisers available in the US, as 2021 is its final model year for North America. Powered by a robust 5.0-liter V8 engine producing 472 hp at 7,100 rpm and 395 lb-ft of torque at 4,800 rpm, power is delivered to the rear wheels through an 8-speed automatic transmission, all with the reliability of a Lexus sedan. This is my very first drive in it, and it promises an unforgettable adventure. Enjoy!


Honda Civic Type R, Acura Integra Type S both in line for midlife facelifts this year

Exterior and interior upgrades are coming to Honda's hottest hatchbacks.