Category: Car Talk, Autos

Someone Bought A Brand-New BMW i3 In The U.S. This...

The quirky first-generation i3 was discontinued in the U.S. four years ago, so what’s going on?

Ferrari’s First Electric Car Is Coming—And It Will...

It's called the Ferrari Elettrica. And it's not just an EV of an existing Ferrari, but a whole new approach to extreme performance...

Tesla Will Sell You A Model 3 Turn Signal Stalk Re...

After taking away the turn signal on the Model 3, Tesla is asking for money to put it back on U.S.-spec vehicles.

Why General Motors Backed Out Of Its EV Lease Cred...

Plus, Ford dials back F-150 Lightning production, and the Feds threaten to pull back $1.1 billion in grants from GM and Stellantis...

The Tesla Model Y Standard's Fabric Roof Makes No ...

Tesla made a new headliner that covers up the glass roof in the Model Y Standard, so it’s still there, but you can’t see through i...

DS No4 E-Tense

Swish-looking family hatchback gets new looks, new name and option of electric powertrain DS is embarking on a new chapter by la...

Ferrari EV to bring 1000bhp, huge battery and hand...

Autocar's prediction for the new electric four-door Ferrari Wild active suspension tech, 329-mile range and an authentic "eng...

DS No4

Heavily revised premium hatchback gets No8-esque styling and PHEV powertrain upgrades With a new name, new styling and a suite o...

Peugeot e-3008

Mid-sized SUV introduces a platform that’s destined for millions of Stellantis EVs Like its Stellantis sibling brands, Peugeot h...

2026 Nissan Ariya brings new look and Google infot...

Minimalist makeover brings simpler front end with new daytime running lights and removes side intakes The Nissan Ariya has been...

At $14,500, Is This 2004 BMW M3 Convertible A Six-...

Ignore the paddles, this eye-catching cabrio was given a row-your-own upgrade.

Can You Modify A Leased Vehicle?

Leasing a vehicle comes with several advantages, but it also comes with downsides regarding mods. Here's what you need to know abo...

Here's What Our Readers Would Do If They Were Ford...

Our readers had lots of different ideas for what they would do with complete control over Ford.

Elon Musk's Record Tesla Pay Package Could Net Him...

What does it take for the richest man in the world to get even richer? Turns out, not as much as we thought.

What Was The First 'Modern' Car?

This is sort of a nebulous idea since there's no 100% right answer, but that's sort of the fun part, isn't it?

Turns Out America’s EV Love Has A Price After All...

The removal of the tax credit could cut demand for EVs by a half in the US

Police Call Toyota’s RAV4 Hybrid Dangerous And Unf...

Australian police officers reported overheating issues during extreme testing of their RAV4 Hybrid fleet

Angry Owners Sue Porsche For Something That Isn’t ...

Porsche faces new legal trouble as owners claim its home chargers don't work as advertised

A Bentley So Purple It Makes Royalty Look Understa...

Bentley’s latest custom convertible mixes art and excess with a vivid purple finish and 771-horsepower hybrid powertrain

Only Eight Of These Will Be Built, So Thankfully T...

Mansory’s latest creation turns the Mercedes-Benz G-Class into a carbon-fiber cry for help

Alternatively Styled BMW 7 Series Looks Simple and...

BMW of North America recently announced its third-quarter sales tally across the US automotive market, and the company narrowly be...

Want a Relatively Cheap Ferrari? How About This 45...

The Ferrari 456 series is the predecessor of the 612 Scaglietti, which was replaced by the FF that became the GTC4Lusso in the Pra...

Saturn's Moon Enceladus Has All the Ingredients fo...

At the time of writing, the number of known moons in the solar system reached over 950. Most of them are so savage that there is l...

Motorsport: Kalle Rovanperä Retires From Rallying ...

Kalle Rovanperä has shocked the world of rallying by announcing his retirement from the World Rally Championship at the age of 25....

Xiaomi Reacts to Video Showing SU7 Driving off Una...

Xiaomi has again been put in the spotlight after a video showed a SU7 sedan driving off on its own while parked. The video went vi...

Ford F-150 Production Slows Down Due To Aluminum P...

The Blue Oval could lose $1 billion due to the parts shortage, and it's responding by idling the F-150 Lightning factory for a wee...

Video: Stellantis Extends EV Tax Credit Savings Wi...

Missed the federal EV tax credit deadline? Stellantis is stepping in to match it with factory incentives worth up to $7,500 on Jee...

Video: Dacia Hipster EV — Europe’s Cheapest Electr...

Romania’s Dacia unveils the Hipster — a tiny, ultra-light EV focused on simplicity and low cost. Could this be Europe’s next true ...

2027 Chevrolet Bolt Is Here To Fight The Nissan Le...

It's going to be a tough fight.

Best Honda Civic Type R To Buy For Reliability

Which generation of Honda's ultimate hot hatch is the best buy?

Tesla's Cheaper Model Y Standard Loses A Surprisin...

The new Model Y Standard gets 321 miles of range—but no FM or AM radio tuner. How's that for cost-cutting?

2026 Tesla Model 3 Standard: This Is It

Tesla's "one more thing" is a low-cost Model 3 sedan, in addition to the Model Y Standard. You get fabric seats, but also 321 mile...

2026 Tesla Model Y Standard: This Is It

The cheaper Model Y we’ve all been waiting for is here. Can it compete with a growing number of competitive rivals?

Porsche Solved Wireless Charging, Just Not Fitting...

Porsche finally figured out inductive charging, now it just needs to figure out how to cram it in its EVs.

Tesla's New Cheap Models Drop Autopilot's Lane Cen...

Tesla's new affordable models lose the most important part of Autopilot.

Jaecoo E5

Electric compact crossover offers attractive pricing and design, but what of its user appeal and dynamic finesse? The rollout of...

Jaecoo 5

Chinese brand goes after the Hyundai Kona with new petrol-engined compact crossover The rollout of Jaecoo (sibling to Omoda, bot...

New £17k Renault Twingo to be revealed on 6 Novemb...

New electric city car will go toe to toe with the Volkswagen ID 1 The fourth-generation Renault Twingo E-Tech will be revealed ...

JLR to restart production today following Septembe...

British firm has not built a car since its computer systems were hacked on 1 September JLR is set to restart car production tod...

Cupra confirms five-cylinder Formentor for UK laun...

UK was previously snubbed for the range-topping VZ5 but will now get the updated version Cupra has confirmed it will launch the...

4 Useful Ways To Use The AUX Switches On Your Jeep...

The Jeep Wrangler aux buttons allow you to customize your ride in numerous ways. Here are four of the coolest and handiest uses fo...

Why Ford Turned To 3D Printing For Faster Nürburgr...

Nürburgring is a storied proving ground for automakers looking to test their designs, so Ford brought the latest in 3D printing te...

How Long Does A Bottle Of Power Steering Fluid Las...

Power steering fluid is essential for many cars. However, the fluid has a shelf life and won't last forever. Here's how long an op...

The Cheapest And Most Expensive Countries To Buy G...

Gas prices always seem to be a hot topic in the United States, but costs vary widely across the world. Here are the cheapest and m...

Your Tax Dollars Pay For People To Fly On These Ti...

U.S. tax dollars pay for various services, including one program that uses tiny airplanes to help keep the country connected. Here...

It’s Lights Out For Some Tesla Model Ys Due To A W...

Bad connections are forcing Tesla to recall 260 Model Y crossovers over a reverse light issue

The Sales Battle Between Mercedes And BMW Just Got...

Mercedes suffered a double-digit decline in Q3 while BMW grew its sales by almost the same percentage

Aston Martin Sharpens The DB12 With New 690 HP S V...

The DB12 S has 20 extra ponies under the hood as well as a host of changes to improve the driving experience

How Could You Not Want This 1981 Toyota Pickup?

With a manual transmission, a bench seat, and a retro-themed paint job, this Toyota has plenty going for it

Daihatsu’s Small SUV Just Got A Big Attitude

It might look like a facelift, but it’s actually a market-specific styling package limited to the non-hybrid versions of the Rocky...

Ford's Ranger Raptor Gains Desert Pack for Fun Tim...

The Blue Oval has teamed up with ARB to launch a Desert Pack for the 2026 Ranger Raptor in Australia, which brings a few interesti...

The 2026 Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally Is a $32,000 ...

About a month ago, in September 2025, Italian bike maker Ducati launched the 2026 model year Multistrada V4 RS, a refreshed versio...

Say What You Will, No New Car Can Hold a Candle to...

There was a time when American road racing was louder than politics. The late 1960s had turned the Sports Car Club of America’s Tr...

Jeep Reportedly Dropping This Iconic SUV After the...

Jeep is trying to eliminate the confusion surrounding two of its models, the Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer. As part of its strategy,...

Dodge Charger Hellcat Drags C8 Corvette E-Ray and ...

The Dodge Charger is a notable example of the complex transition to electrification, marked by rising tariffs, economic uncertaint...

Video: Audi’s Next A4 Will Be an Electric Revoluti...

Audi’s all-new A4 EV arrives in 2028 with Concept C styling, Rivian-backed software, and a next-gen SSP platform that could redefi...

1977 Pontiac LeMans Can Am: A Short-Lived Malaise ...

The 1977 Pontiac LeMans Can Am was a rare muscle car produced during the Malaise Era until a minor mishap led to its early demise.

The 2026 Aston Martin DB12 S Debuts With 690 HP An...

An optional titanium exhaust system also provides a seductive new singing voice for the V8-powered coupe.

Toyota RAV4: The Best-Selling Passenger Car in the...

Discover the secrets behind the Toyota RAV4's incredible success as the best-selling passenger car in the US market.

One-Of-14 Porsche 993 Turbo Cabriolet Is For Sale

Built for a demanding clientele through the Sonderwunsch program, the 1995 911 Turbo Cabriolet takes some parts from the 964 Turbo...

Parents stepping in as cost of driving lessons gro...

Millions of drivers lie on their car insurance

2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E Gets Refreshed and Booste...

The Ford Australia subsidiary of the Ford Motor Company has revealed the complete pricing, performance, and styling details for th...

Skoda 110 R Coupe Briefly Lives Again as an Electr...

If you are not a European, or at least passionate about motorsport, then it's likely the name 110 R Coupe doesn't mean a lot. Yet ...

Mercedes Kills Its Cheapest EV in the U.S. and Can...

What is the most affordable electric vehicle that Mercedes sells over here? Why, none other than the EQB, and won't blame you if y...

F-150 Lobo Beware: Fox Factory and Direct Connecti...

Ram Trucks, Mopar's Direct Connection division, and the good folks over at Fox Factory Vehicles have joined forces to create the u...

Data From Dead Space Telescope Shows Huge Wave Was...

The galaxy our planet inhabits is called the Milky Way for the simple reason that, as seen from our world, its impossible-to-count...

Revisiting The Obscure Collaboration Between Honda...

Before the SLS and Black Series, AMG had to settle for less exciting builds, and this is perhaps the most unusual of them all.

Ram 1500 Lowered By Fox Factory Is A Supercharged ...

Created by Fox Factory and Mopar Direct Connection, this Ram street truck has 650 horsepower and is available through select Ram d...

Nissan Will Consider A Leaf NISMO To Do Battle Wit...

The decision rests on the company getting enough interest in such a vehicle, however.

What's The Meaning Of RPM And Why Does It Matter?

An easy guide to understanding engine RPM and its affects on horsepower and torque production.

Maserati Reliability: Does Italian Luxury Come Wit...

There are many myths about the Italian marque's reliability - is any of it true?

WOLFBOX 3000A Jump Starter & Air Compressor Review...

Carrying a jump starter used to be a safety net. Now, with kits like the WOLFBOX 3000A Jump Starter &… Read more » The post WOLFBO...

WOLFBOX MF100 Air Duster Review – A Must-Have Car ...

When it comes to keeping a luxury cabin spotless, the devil is in the details. Anyone who’s owned a car… Read more » The post WOLF...

Lucid Posts Record Deliveries As Gravity SUV Ramps...

The EV startup notched its seventh straight quarterly delivery record and said Gravity SUV production should "finish 2025 strong."

2026 Cadillac Optiq Gets 'Dramatic Increase' In Pe...

The Optiq has been a big electric hit for Cadillac, and for 2026, it just got a lot more powerful. Oh, and it packs a Tesla-style ...

This 1,000-Mile EV Battery Rethinks Pack Design Fr...

Forget cell-to-pack and cell-to-body battery designs. This EV battery company is proposing something entirely different.

How One Company Plans To Stop EV Charging Cable Th...

From cut-resistant sleeves to forensic dies and GPS trackers, this charging operator is doing everything it can to stop cable thef...

Over 40,000 Nissan Leaf EVs Could Catch Fire, And ...

A new recall adds more EVs to the already long list of affected second-generation Leafs.

How to spend less charging your electric company c...

With energy prices on the rise, how can you keep your EV charging costs down? Here are our top tips Saving money on fuel has al...

Genesis GV60

Nascent Korean premium brand’s first EV arrives in fast, if not furious, crossover form You can’t fault the ambition of Genesis....

How CEO Cambolive is using “international vision” ...

Cambolive has taken over from De Meo as Renault CEO Renault veteran of three decades has been pivotal in brand’s bold transfo...

New 2026 Audi A4 to bring next-gen tech and TT-ins...

Compact executive EV set to take on BMW i3 and Mercedes C-Class EQ from 2028 Audi is preparing to battle the electric BMW 3 Ser...

How Long Does A Bottle Of Coolant Last Once Opened...

Coolant is an essential liquid for internal combustion engines, but it doesn't last forever. Here's how long an open bottle will r...

The Napier Deltic Remains One Of The Strangest Eng...

A triangular engine with 18 cylinders? Surely that's an entry for the Odd Machines Hall of Fame. But it worked ... though it never...

How Audi Used Old Tech And New Thinking To Make It...

Audi didn't invent a new car to take the Dakar Rally. But its creation of a winner from already-existing parts resulted in a miles...

Mobile EV Chargers Are The Gas Cans Of The Future

Think of it as jumper cables for the electric age - except it's about the size of a refrigerator and costs around $21,000.

These Are The Most Valuable 1950s American Collect...

Restored 1950s collector cars are hard to come by, and if you do find one, it will likely cost a pretty penny. Here are the most v...

Ferrari’s New Playground Might End Maranello’s Fav...

Ferrari completed a second track adjacent to its historic Fiorano circuit in only four months

BMW’s M4 Might Be Sticking Around Longer Than We E...

Reports indicate that BMW plans to extend M4 production, creating an overlap with the next-generation M3

Mercedes Just Pulled The Plug On Its Entry-Level E...

The EQB is going away for 2026, but it will eventually be replaced by the redesigned GLB

The Walking Dead Auction Will Have You Riding Like...

Over 1,000 items from The Walking Dead Universe are being auctioned off including several motorcycles used by Norman Reedus

Tesla’s Latest Solution To Range Loss Is Full Of H...

The Cybertruck may soon get an inflatable “spoiler” that boosts efficiency when towing

This 2024 Toyota 4Runner in Midnight Black Ended U...

This 2024 Toyota 4Runner SUV features a Midnight Black Metallic exterior, a Redwood interior, and just 4,900 miles on its 4.0L V8 ...

Video: Mazda Spirit Racing MX-5 Is the Hottest Mia...

Mazda Spirit Racing’s first car — the limited MSR MX-5 Miata — sharpens the classic roadster into a 197-horsepower, track-tuned co...

EV Chargers Are Set For 'A Major Acceleration.' Yo...

If you see more EV chargers soon, thank the Trump administration. Yes, that one. Plus: Stellantis' struggling U.S. brands get a bi...

Tesla Teases New Vehicle Launching This Week That ...

Tesla seems to be on the precipice of something thoroughly unremarkable.

The Volvo EX90’s Latest Problem Might Literally Dr...

A new recall exposes how a supplier error caused tailgate failures in a luxury electric SUV set for major upgrades

Families Claim Tesla Door Handles Trapped Teens In...

Only one occupant survived the crash, and they had to be pulled out of a broken side window

The World’s Most Famous Design House Just Let AI T...

A new hypercar co-developed by Pininfarina and Vittori packs a 6.8-liter V12 hybrid powertrain producing 1,100 horsepower

18k-Mile Pontiac Bonneville Brougham Survivor Has ...

Hooked from the first glance, this 1977 Pontiac Bonneville Brougham Landau Coupe looked like a Vegas lounge on wheels—only with be...

Tesla’s Lower-Cost EV Expected Tomorrow—But That’s...

Even though Tesla only teased its new cheap model, we already know exactly what it is. It's also showing something completely unkn...

What Vintage Car Deserves A Modern Model?

What is old is new again.

Dacia’s Tiny EV Declares War On Europe’s Overprice...

The Hipster concept reimagines the people’s car with a minimalist EV designed to be lighter, smarter, and more sustainable

Tesla’s New Budget Model Y To Be Revealed October ...

The so-called Model Y Standard has leaked online, offering fewer features and luxuries along with a reported $5K savings over the ...

Pininfarina And Vittori’s Hypercar Promises V12 Fu...

A new hypercar co-developed by Pininfarina and Vittori packs a 6.8-liter V12 hybrid powertrain producing 1,100 horsepower

Dacia’s Budget Stars Just Got A Serious Glow-Up

The Sandero, Logan, and Jogger gain sharper styling, upgraded tech, and new hybrid and LPG options five years after their debut

1970 Chevrolet C10 Is So Hardcore Custom Not Even ...

Those in the custom industry know that investing a lot of time and money into a project does not automatically translate into a gu...

Harley-Davidson HD87 Is Worth Two Street Glide CVO...

As you're reading this, the Harley-Davidson Street Gilde family that's part of the Grand American Touring range has three main mem...

The Owner Parked His Cadillac in a Barn, a Woman O...

This 1959 Cadillac Coupe DeVille had sat quietly in a barn for nearly twenty years, untouched, unseen, and unjudged by anyone outs...

Kia Sportage HEV GT-Line S Review

The Sportage is undoubtedly one of Kia’s most important models, especially here in the UK, where it comfortably ranks as… Details ...

Polestar’s Sharp & Sporty All-Electric Grand Toure...

A few years ago, Polestar announced the achingly beautiful Precept Concept, but at the time, they didn’t really do anything… Read ...

Davanti Protoura Sport Review – Bentley Continenta...

Of all the tyre brands that you could think of, Davanti might not ring a bell for most people yet,… Read more » The post Davanti P...

The Future of Performance: How F1 Technology Inspi...

When you think about Formula 1, you think about speed, precision, and relentless innovation. Every season brings new advancements ...

The Gamble of Car Loans: Weighing Risk and Reward

Sliding into a new car feels exhilarating. But, signing the loan papers can feel like a roll of the dice.… Read more » The post Th...

Xiaomi Stores Are Opening In Europe. Are Cars Next...

The Chinese tech giant just opened stores for its gadget products. But they could soon be a home for its cars, starting in 2027.

The Dacia Hipster Concept Is A Tiny EV That Fits A...

The maker of the wildly successful Spring electric city car has come up with some clever ways to maximize interior room.

Watch These EV Skeptics Change Their Minds After D...

If your barrage of pro-EV arguments hasn’t worked, you need to get these people behind the wheel of an EV.

Hyundai Ioniq 5 40,000-Mile Review: Is An Older On...

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 was always great, but the updates it got in 2025 are next-level. So is an older one worth buying today?

Europe’s Cheapest EV Gets A Big Power Boost And An...

The first-generation Dacia Spring got a comprehensive tech makeover just one year after its big facelift.

Radical Dacia Hipster revealed as 800kg electric c...

Shorter than a Fiat 500 and lighter than a Mazda MX-5 yet seats four and has all the power and range you need Dacia has channel...

JLR set to restart production five weeks after cyb...

British firm has not built a car since its IT systems were hacked on 1 September JLR is set to restart production this week fol...

EX30 helps Volvo to best September sales figures o...

Firm attributes success to EX30 model and direct sales; pledges to learn from EX90 tech issues Volvo had its best September yet...

Kia PV5

Bullish brand bursts onto the van market with a futuristic-looking electric MPV to rival VW ID Buzz Even by the standards of a c...

Grid costs preventing public EV chargers from turn...

Operators questioning viability of big charging hubs after hike in standing fees The growth of the UK’s EV charging network cou...

Cellulose Vs. Synthetic Oil Filters: What's The Di...

Oil filters are essential for smooth engine performance, but they're not all the same. Here's the difference between paper and syn...

Here's What Happens If You Put The Wrong Oil In Yo...

Oil is essential for your engine's smooth performance, but not all oil is the same. Here's what can happen if you use the incorrec...