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Porsche just copied Hyundai’s bold move—and the result might change EVs forever

Porsche's 2027 Taycan will feature a Virtual Gear Shift system, enhancing EV driving engagement, inspired by Hyundai's technology.

Tesla creates major controversy with regulators after announcing victory in Europe: 'Whether the schedule will be met remains to be seen'

"RDW and Tesla know what efforts need to be made." Tesla creates major controversy with regulators after announcing victory in Europe: 'Whether the schedule will be met remains to be seen' first appeared on The Cool Down.

Ford issues four more recalls affecting over 120,000 vehicles

Escape is the most affected, but there are other Ford and Lincoln models on the list.

The 10 best and 10 worst SUVs you should know about in 2025

In a crowded SUV market, not all models are created equal. Some deliver dependability, comfort, and...

Sub-$30,000 used SUVs worth buying right now

On a budget but still want SUV space, practicality, and comfort? Here are some of the...

Eight months after Trump’s auto tariff “bomb”—who recovered and who’s still hurting

The global auto industry adapts to U.S. tariffs, with nations negotiating lower rates and shifting production strategies to survive.

7 of the best Toyota SUVs, according to JD Power

Toyota is one of the best-selling automakers in the world, and it has a full lineup of SUVs to choose from. Here are the best models, according to JD Power.

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!

Ford and Renault team up in Europe to compete against low-price Chinese cars

The French carmaker will build two entry-level electric vehicles, part of a relaunch of Ford’s embattled European business.

Nissan Just Proved Sedans Aren’t Dead—The New Sentra Looks and Drives Like a Mini Luxury Car

The new Nissan Sylphy is turning heads with a fresh, modern design that gives the compact sedan a much-needed dose of attitude. Up front, it wears a bold full-width LED light bar, sleek headlamps, and sculpted daytime running lights that wouldn’t look out of place on a high-end European model. The updated V-motion grille and redesigned bumper add d...

Toyota C-HR hybrid driving experience in Spain

This section breaks down the UK range and performance figures for the new Toyota C HR, covering 1.8 and 2.0 hybrid options and the forthcoming plug in hybrid. The presenter explains power outputs, 0–62 mph times and top speeds before focusing on how the 2.0 litre hybrid feels on real roads. In normal mode the SUV alternates smoothly between EV running and petrol power thanks to Toyota’s fifth generation hybrid system, delivering quiet, efficient progress without range anxiety. Switching into sport mode on twisty Spanish roads, he explores the revvy character of the eCVT transmission, why the engine sounds the way it does, and how the Atkinson cycle and electric motor work together. Updated dampers, lighter battery placement and chassis tuning are discussed while he evaluates steering weight, body control, braking feel and overall fun through fast corners.

Race 1000: GTR Alpha, AMG, Supra, and more on track

Race 1000 brings together high-powered machines in a straight-line speed challenge. Featuring the Nissan GTR Alpha, Audi RS7, Mercedes-AMG GT, Toyota Supra, BMW M6, C63 AMG, and E63 AMG, each car pushes its limits in a head-to-head showdown. Captured from the strip, this video highlights acceleration, traction, and sheer horsepower in a performance-packed setting.

GM bets $5.5B against an EV future in a manufacturing pivot

General Motors is quietly rewriting its electric future with a very old-school tool: a massive new bet on trucks and SUVs. Instead of racing headlong into a battery-only world, the company is steering billions of dollars toward factories that build gasoline models, effectively wagering that drivers will stick with internal combustion far longer than early...

This Toyota family EV review: Is it worth the hype?

Electric cars often feel like lifestyle upgrades — but this Toyota electric van competes on practicality first. It delivers the space, versatility, and reliability families need, but with zero tailpipe emissions and lower running costs. Over a week of real-world use, we pushed its limits: tight city streets, long drives, full loads. The result? A mix of comfort, convenience, and a few compromises. This video breaks down what works, what doesn’t, and who this van really suits.

New Toyota trademarks may hint at upcoming sports cars

Toyota is quietly laying the groundwork for a new era of performance, and the clearest clues are not concept cars or splashy teasers, but a flurry of trademark filings. Names like MR2, MR-S, GR MR2 and GR Celica are now sitting in intellectual property offices, hinting at a future lineup that leans harder into sports […]

The XPeng P7+ is really good at quietly sneaking up on you

XPeng's P7+ tossed out the expensive lasers for a "vision-only" AI, proving the future is not just electric, but also a bit cheeky. It’s massive, silent, and offers backseat massages - making it the perfect, high-tech, $27,250 luxury couch on wheels.

View exterior photos of the 2025 Porsche 911 Carrera S

2025 Porsche 911 Carrera S exterior photos.

10 Fastest Cars You Can Get With A $30,000 Bill

Looking for a car that thrills without breaking the bank? With under $30,000, you can grab some of the fastest, fun-to-drive cars on the market.

Classic Cars People Regret Selling the Most

Buyers wish they held on to these classic cars for a little longer, and for good reason.

Stellantis to bring tiny Fiat car to US following Trump remarks

Stellantis on Monday announced it will offer an all-electric small "car" called the Fiat Topolino in the U.S.

Audi questions Tesla’s strategy while a lawsuit emerges

Tesla’s name is back in headlines as competition ramps up, legal pressure emerges, and product strategy evolves. Audi executives are now openly challenging Tesla’s approach, while a lawsuit adds new scrutiny. And leaked reports suggest the Model 3 may soon reach its retirement window. This episode breaks down what’s noise — and what’s meaningful.

This new Linux platform will let you update your next car at home - as soon as 2027

ZDNET's key takeaways A radical architecture shift is coming to open-source car software.Updates and new features will reach cars faster with this change.Soon you'll upgrade your car at home, similar to Tesla owners today. At Open Source Summit Japan, Dan Cauchy, executive director of Automotive Grade Linux (AGL), announced its new open-source plat...

Ford's $30K EV Truck: A Game-Changer for America's Auto Scene, Taking on Tech Titans!

Ford's $30K EV Truck: A Game-Changer for America's Auto Scene, Taking on Tech Titans!

These 10 cars are actually worth more used than new

One post-pandemic surprise has been the spike in used car prices. In recent months, some used cars are even selling for more than when they were new! The post These 10 Cars Are Actually Worth More Used Than New appeared first on Family Handyman.

F1 in 2026: Key dates, new title hopefuls and Cadillac's debut

Say goodbye to DRS, and hello to an electrical power boost. Sunday's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix marked the last time Formula 1 uses the Drag Reduction System overtaking aid, introduced in 2011. Next year, drivers will have to manage the car's systems more closely than ever with a more visible role for aerodynamic and electrical technology. After a season-long title battle ended with Lando Norris' first title, here's what to expect in 2026: Smaller,...

Think electric cars are slow? This ultra-fast electric sports car is here to shatter speed records and prove you wrong

The ultra-fast U9 Xtreme will be limited to just 30 units of production.

The $30 billion question: Is the F-150 Lightning officially dead before the end of the year?

Ford's EV sales plummet amid $30 billion investment, with losses projected at $5.5 billion due to policy changes and market challenges.

Here are all the countries where your car is actually made

Long gone are the days of cars being built in one country, let alone one city. Here's what you need to know. While the U.S. is home to some of the best automotive design studios in the world, a car’s manufacturing journey starts with parts and components manufactured around the world. These components are then shipped to different countries and constructed into assemblies, such as engines, transmissions, instrument clusters or electric control...

Carvana's miraculous turnaround sees value increase 8000% since 2022, now worth more than GM

The company that brought car-sized vending machines to the mainstream is about to be added to the S&P 500, a sign of its incredible revival.

New Nissan Juke prototype spied looking more like a Leaf

Do you like the Juke better when it's quirky or boring?

Here's how much a 2020 Lexus IS depreciates after 5 years

The Lexus IS has quite a strong following and a surprisingly robust resale value. But just how much would a 2020 Lexus IS depreciate in 5 years?

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...

A 28,000-car study just exposed which plug-in hybrids keep their power—and which fall apart

Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) offer a clear advantage, as they can charge like full EVs and drive on electric power alone. But just like all-electric vehicles, their batteries gradually lose capacity over time. A new large-scale analysis has uncovered major brand-to-brand differences: some PHEVs retain nearly 90 percent of their battery ...

We're pretty sure the Chevrolet Silverado EV Trail Boss lied on its resume

Chevy's massive, ground-pounding, range-topping EV truck comes with a huge battery and hides a dirty little secret.

The worst selling new cars: December 2025

Slowest-selling cars in America, December 2025 This slideshow summarizes the 10 slowest-selling new vehicles in the United States for December 2025, based on market days’ supply. Market days supply represents how long it would take dealers to sell all current inventory at the model's present daily sales rate. Higher figures indicate slower turnover and greater ... Read more The post The worst selling new cars: December 2025 appeared first on Destination Charged.

Can the R8 V10 outpace the Porsche 911?

This video compares the acceleration of a Porsche 911 and an Audi R8 V10 in an Autobahn test. Captured onboard, both cars showcase their engine response from 0 to 300 km/h. With raw V10 sound and stable high-speed runs, the footage gives a direct look at how these performance icons handle real-road conditions under full throttle.

The cars that were brought back to life

There has been a surprising number of cars that died but were later resurrected, but did they all get on...?

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?

Aptera Motors initiates validation line as step toward scaled manufacturing

On November 11, 2025, Aptera Motors Corp., a solar mobility company focused on ultra-efficient transportation, announced it has begun building its validation vehicle assembly line, an important step toward establishing a low-volume production line at its Southern ... Read more

‘Kei car’ admirers would love to see US embrace smaller autos

Is American consumer culture ready to embrace micro-mobiles, as President Trump thinks?

8 performance cars that were way ahead of their time

This automotive brand has been working closely with Toyota, and it shows

Toyota has its metaphorical hands in a lot of pots, working with multiple automakers around the world as a means to diversify its portfolio.

Tuned Power Battle – GT-R, M5, RS4+, E63S & More!

An insane tuner drag race featuring 1400HP Nissan GT-R, 1000HP Honda Civic Turbo, BMW M5 F90, Urban Golf 8 R, Mercedes E63S AMG, and ABT RS4+. Turbocharged monsters and AWD beasts go head-to-head — who takes the win on the strip?

Gas Mustang nearly outsold Ford’s entire EV lineup

Ford’s latest sales mix tells a blunt story about the state of its electric transition. In November, the company sold only a sliver more EVs than gas-powered Mustangs, a gap so narrow that a single nameplate almost matched the output of the entire battery lineup. The result is a snapshot of an automaker caught between […]

Opel Kadett GTE shows drift and acceleration action

The Opel Kadett GT GTE takes part in a drifting contest, showcasing rear-wheel control, throttle balance, and a deep exhaust note. With smooth slides and sharp accelerations, this video captures the spirit of a classic performance car in action. Watch the GTE bring vintage dynamics to a modern drift stage with confident handling and unmistakable sound.

MG just turned 100—and built a fighter-jet-looking electric hypercar that could hit 300 mph

The British automaker MG just turned 100—and they’re celebrating in the most electric way possible. Meet the EXE181 Concept, a jaw-dropping electric hypercar that looks like it could outrun sound itself. This isn’t some nostalgia stunt—it’s MG flexing hard, reminding the world that even after a century, the brand still knows how to make hearts race...

2025 Plug-In Hybrid Guide: Your Ultimate Deep Dive into Electric Range and Efficiency

2025 Plug-In Hybrid Guide: Your Ultimate Deep Dive into Electric Range and Efficiency

These 11 cars could shoot up in value in 2026, according to Hagerty’s number-crunchers

Every year, the valuation analysts at Hagerty sift through mountains of sales data, insurance trends, and buyer behavior to spot the cars most likely to climb in value. Think of it as the stock market’s “buy low, enjoy high” list, but for people who prefer tachometers over tickers. For 2026, Hagerty’s Bull Market List leans heavily into ’90s and ’00s machines—the final chapter of the analog era, when modern speed still paired with manual transmissions and minimal electronic interference. But a few older icons made the cut, too, proving there are still smart buys in every decade. Here’s what the data says are the 11 appreciation-ready enthusiast cars to watch.

Six classic kei cars and trucks you could own today

People love Kei vehicles for their quirky charm, exceptional practicality in tight spaces, excellent fuel efficiency, and incredibly low running costs, which makes them affordable, maneuverable city cars and versatile workhorses (trucks/vans) that are surprisingly robust, reliable, and capable even off-road. Their appeal has a wide span, with kei car fanatics ranging from urban dwellers… The post Six Classic Kei Cars and Trucks You Could Own...

The Audi Skorpion: A lost diesel hypercar that never got its sting

Learn about Audi's secret diesel-electric hypercar inspired by its hugely successful Le Mans racing program.