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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.

The Ford Bronco RTR is ready to rock on the rocks

Ford will soon have the perfect two-car solution for Vaughn Gittin Jr. superfans. First, it’s launching the Mustang RTR, which

Trump’s ‘cute’ tiny car plan could spark radical change in US auto industry. But do Americans really want Japan-style compacts (even if affordable)?

O-Kei: Americans could steer into a Tokyo drift and give up their Texas-sized cars

Time is running out for our Acura Integra Type S

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

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.”

‘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...

China's car exports surged in 2025, but domestic demand slowed

China's auto exports surged 21% in 2025, driven by rising shipments of electric vehicles, while domestic demand slowed, an industry association said Wednesday. Confronted with grueling competition in an overcrowded domestic market, Chinese auto manufacturers have stepped up sales around the globe. As they expanded further into overseas markets last year, exports of new energy vehicles such as EVs and plug-in hybrids doubled from the previous...

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...

Gas-powered cars still the first choice for most Americans

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?

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.

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

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.

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.

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!

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

Flying panels to bad glue: Recalls for Tesla's 'indestructible' Cybertruck pile up

Owners of the controversial vehicle have had to visit service centers for unique problems with the truck. Some recalls could be handled with software updates.

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.

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.

Why Tesla licensing FSD changes the EV power balance

Tesla’s Full Self-Driving program just reached a critical moment. This video breaks down new developments around FSD, the possibility of licensing it to other automakers, and why China’s data rules matter more than most headlines suggest. While legacy executives talk confidently, the real competition is happening at the software and AI level. FSD isn’t about convenience—it’s about leverage. Systems win where marketing fails.

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.

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 […]

How the 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300SEL 6.3 bent expectations

The 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300SEL 6.3 arrived looking like a sober executive saloon and then behaved like a muscle car that had slipped into a tuxedo. It fused limousine-grade comfort with startling pace at a time when those qualities were expected to live in separate garages. By quietly rewriting what a big four-door could do, it... The post How the 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300SEL 6.3 bent expectations appeared first on FAST LANE ONLY.

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.

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

How Toyota’s hybrid bet is winning the US auto market

Toyotas bet on hybrids winning in the US and sales climb. They push electrified over pure...

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.

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...

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 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...

GM slows its electric car plans as demand weakens

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.

Electric BMW M models to debut with quad-motor architecture in 2027

BMW M is preparing to introduce its first fully electric high-performance models later this decade, marking a significant shift for a division historically defined by internal combustion engines and motorsport-derived engineering. Beginning in 2027, these vehicles will be part of BMW's Neue Klasse platform strategy and will represent the first time the M brand's performance ... Read more The post Electric BMW M models to debut with quad-motor...

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. […]

How the 1967 Toyota 2000GT put Japan on the map

The Toyota 2000GT arrived in the late 1960s as a shock to the global car industry, a low, lithe coupe from a country still better known for cheap runabouts than world‑class sports cars. With its blend of advanced engineering, motorsport credibility, and pop‑culture stardom, it did more than showcase one model’s brilliance, it forced Europe... The post How the 1967 Toyota 2000GT put Japan on the map appeared first on FAST LANE ONLY.

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 ...

10 performance cars we think are surprisingly undervalued

SlashGear recognizes some undervalued gems in the performance car market as the era of manual, RWD cars with minimal electronic interference comes to and end.

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...

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.

McLaren 720S vs 570S quirk comparison + adding CarPlay to your VW with RCD330 radio review

The McLaren 720S and 570S share many features, yet they offer distinct experiences even when stationary. Both models boast a twin-turbo V8 engine, with the 570S featuring a 3.8-liter and the 720S a 4.0-liter engine. Despite both having upward-opening doors, the door handle placement differs, particularly with the 570S Spider convertible variant. Gear selectors vary between the models, as does the unique folding dash gauge display on the 720S, a first for its class of supercar. In another realm of upgrades, the RCD330 Radio for the MK6 GTI and Golf stands out for creature comforts, enhancing the car's experience with features like Android Auto, purchasable on platforms like Amazon. For installation, tools such as a Torx T20 screwdriver and a plastic trim removal tool come in handy. Adding Apple CarPlay or Android Auto can modernize your car by a decade with a simple DIY installation in less than 30 minutes. While the older unit's built-in navigation is missed, apps like Waze, Google Maps, and Apple Maps work excellently.

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...

12 of the most powerful Toyota cars ever built

Despite a reputation for boring cars, Toyota has made plenty of high horsepower beasts over the years, too. Here are some of its most powerful models.

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

5 practical performance cars faster than a C8 Corvette Z06

Discover five practical performance cars that accelerate faster than the C8 Corvette Z06, combining everyday usability with sub-2.6-second speed.

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.

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.

For the first time, electrified car sales surpassed gas vehicles in Australia

Electrified vehicle sales in Australia are rising fast, with new Chinese EV models poised to accelerate the transition away from petrol and diesel

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.

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.