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Ford Sales Are Tanking in Europe. And It's Clear Why
Though it's been little more than a year since Ford ended production of the Fiesta, it still boggles my mind that higher-ups thought it was a good idea. The Fiesta's death was yet another slap in the face for people who still want cars. In 2022, the Mondeo went the way of the dodo, and in 2019, the Ka city car perished. And the sales numbers don't lie—the decision to focus on crossovers isn't paying off.
Praise Be: Mercedes-AMG Still Cooking New V-8 Cars
With the new C63 and GLC63 losing four cylinders to the dismay of enthusiasts, it's understandable to have concerns about the future of AMG. You'll be happy to hear the venerable V-8 isn't facing retirement. Mercedes has now confirmed additional eight-cylinder models are planned. Although the identity of the next car from Affalterbach to rock a 4.0-liter engine hasn’t been disclosed, it's likely the CLE63.
Pricing for the Electric Dodge Charger Is Official. It's Not Cheap
With production beginning soon, Dodge just confirmed pricing for its controversial Charger Daytona EV. Muscle car fans won't like this. The 2024 Charger Daytona R/T will start at $61,950, while the Scat Pack will cost $75,185. For the vehicle launch, the Charger Daytona R/T will come standard with the "Direct...
The Mercedes C63S E Performance Is a Technical Masterpiece With No Soul
The revolutionary Dr. Ian Malcolm famously said, "Your scientists were so preoccupied with whether they could, they didn't stop to think if they should." Except this time, it isn’t an escaped T-Rex on the loose—it’s German engineers and their infamously V-8-less creation, the 2024 Mercedes-AMG C63S E Performance.
Monterey 2024 Preview: Everything to Expect at the World's Biggest Car Event
Monterey Car Week has become the go-to car event for manufacturers to reveal their latest models. The mid-August collection of car shows, parties, and concours happening on the California coast is no different for 2024, where we expect some of the biggest debuts of the year from the likes of Lamborghini, Pagani, BMW, Rimac, and more.
Two GR Corollas Burned Down. Toyota Won’t Honor the Warranties
The 2023 Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition owned by Bryan Banks burst into flames on June 8. Apparently, something in the engine failed and by the time the fire department arrived, the car was a total loss. Insurance covered most of the payout, and he turned to Toyota with a warranty claim for the rest.
This New Manual, V-12 Hypercar Is a Purist's Dream
There's a new supercar maker on the block. Nilu27, a brand founded by Koenigsegg and Bugatti designer Sasha Selipanov, has just revealed its first car: the NILU. Rather than leaning into cutting-edge tech like turbocharging or hybrid assistance, this car takes the purist approach, using a naturally aspirated V-12 connected to a gated manual transmission. It even has gullwing doors.
Acura Finally Gave the RDX a Logical Center Console
The third-generation Acura RDX gets a few minor tweaks inside and out for 2025, and it’s hard to spot the differences. This is the crossover’s second facelift since it first went on sale in 2018, getting its first makeover for 2022. The 2025 RDX wears a new “Frameless”...
The Latest Rolls-Royce One-Off Is an Extremely Yellow Spectre
Rolls-Royce is bringing something special to Monterey this year. This very yellow coupe is called the Spectre Semaphore, a one-off special build that wears a handful of bespoke customizations, including a trippy paint job for the hood and a very bright two-tone interior. The flashy hue is called Semaphore Yellow,...
Mercedes Says We'll Embrace Four-Cylinder AMGs Like Smartphones
Although AMG has been selling four-cylinder cars for years, most purists don't see models like the CLA45 and GLA45 as full-fat AMGs because of their puny 2.0-liter engines. Enthusiasts have a problem with the latest C63 and GLC63 since these are also four-bangers now, albeit supplemented by a powerful plug-in hybrid setup. Despite the initial reluctance, Mercedes believes we'll warm up to full-fat AMGs with downsized powertrains.
Carlos Ghosn: Honda Plans 'Disguised Takeover' of Nissan and Mitsubishi
One of the most controversial executives in the car industry is not afraid to call things as he sees them. After saying Nissan is "boring, mediocre" and in a "bad position" while describing the Renault-Nissan alliance as "small and fragile," the 70-year-old fugitive now has something to say about the newly formed Honda-Nissan-Mitsubishi partnership.
The Best-Selling Mainstream Convertible in Europe Is a Crossover
Essentially a crossover version of the Golf, the T-Roc isn't sold in the United States. That's not exactly a tragedy since we have enough SUVs already here, including the slightly larger Taos. What makes the T-Roc different than nearly all other high-riding models is the convertible version. Yes, a crossover with an electrically folding fabric top is available in 2024.
Watch Tim Walz Roast Ford in This Educational Headlight Repair Video
Minnesota governor and Kamala Harris' running mate for her presidential bid Tim Walz is something of a car enthusiast. After Walz was announced as the pick for VP, fans of Walz posted videos on social media of the governor, including an older get-out-the-vote video where he ribs Ford for using low-quality parts on the 2014 Edge, and offers a low-cost solution.
Dodge's New EV 'Exhaust' Sounds Way Better Than We Expected
Dodge's new all-electric Charger is shrouded in controversy. Not only is the Hemi V-8 gone, but it's been replaced with a fake "Fratzonic" exhaust sound that doesn't have the internet convinced. The latest version of the sound, revealed this week, should convince at least a few people, though. The company...
This Might Be Your Only Chance to Own GM's Ultra-Rare Pre-War Creation
Only one of 12 built, I took a ride in the massive 1939 Futurliner back in 2021, which was a good time. Few vehicles turn heads like General Motors's Futurliner. Built in the 1930s, the fleet of a dozen streamliners showcased American industrial might and GM's technological prowess. They toured across North America, taking a break for WWII, with the fleet of buses parked for good after 1956. From there, each Futurliner had its own journey to eventual restoration, dilapidation, or obscurity.
Mazda Now Requires Monthly Subscription for Remote Start
Mazda’s complimentary three years of Connected Services is starting to end for some customers. A handful of owners have taken to social media to air their displeasure of having to pay a $10 monthly subscription to continue accessing features like remote start after being notified that their free trial would expire in 60 days.
The 2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe Looks Good and That's All That Matters
The 2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe is all about looking the part, like wearing your matching Lululemon set to grab a milkshake or buying a vintage motorsports jacket with no intention of attending a race. Genesis created an SUV that has the promise of a "sporty" car without the sacrifices it...
Dead: Ram 1500 Classic
We knew the end was coming, and now it's here. The Ram 1500 Classic—which is so old it predates Ram becoming its own brand—will wrap up production this year as a 2024 model. It exits stage left along with the 5.7-liter Hemi, marking the end of a very long era for Ram and Dodge.
This Is the Most Exciting Tire Test You Will Ever See
The market for real rally tires is incredibly niche. We suspect fewer than 1,000 people in the country actually care about which gravel tire performs better on dirt. That doesn't make this comparison test put on by the Team O'Neil Rally School in New Hampshire any less exciting. The school...
BMW Warns of 'Bogus' Synthetic Fuel Legislation
In 2022, the European Union finalized plans to effectively ban sales of new cars with combustion engines from 2035. However, those plans weren't so final after Germany and other EU members with big car industries pressured the legislators to relax the law and prolong the ICE's life by using synthetic fuels. That happened in 2023.
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