The performances of Mārtiņš Sesks in M-Sport’s Ford Puma Rally1 were undoubtedly highlights of both Rally Poland and Rally Latvia. Not just the sheer pace the Latvian displayed on his first Rally1 outings, but his mature approach – exemplified by his reaction to final-stage heartbreak on his home event – and enthusiasm.

M-Sport would love to run Sesks again

The World Rally Championship should do more to sell its positive stories rather than getting hung up on negatives. That’s the view of Hyundai team principal Cyril Abiteboul after his team again bounced back from a difficult opening day to bag the biggest haul of Sunday points on last weekend’s Rally Latvia.

Abiteboul: Rallying needs to be more positive

Toyota team principal Jari-Matti Latvala has admitted he would like Sébastien Ogier to contest all remaining rounds of the 2024 World Rally Championship. The eight-time world champion, like team-mate Kalle Rovanperä, has only a part-time program this season – as he has each year since ending his full-time career at the end of 2021.

Toyota would like Ogier for the rest of the season

At the moment, things aren't going very well at Ford of Europe, based in Cologne, Germany as it is experiencing a change in management, an insidious loss of power in relation to the parent company in Detroit and a falling market share. Now it's up to the historic name to turn things around. Perhaps THE most famous name in Ford's European history, the Ford Capri is back.

Ford Capri revealed: The legend returns in the form of a coupé SUV

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A TESLA Model Y driver sped up next to my test car on the highway, flashing a gummy smile and an enthusiastic thumbs-up at my giant EV - but I wasn't driving the headline-grabbing Cybertruck. It was an electric Kia. I test-drove the Kia EV9 for eight days. It's a...

I test-drove a $75,000 Kia that gets more attention than the Cybertruck – 7-passenger SUV sprints to 60 mph in 4 secs

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

With the launch of Kia’s first electric van nearing, we are finally starting to see the PV5 out in the wild testing. The inside of Kia’s electric van was recently captured for the first time, giving us a closer look at what we can expect. Check out the video below.

Here’s our first look at the inside of Kia’s new electric van [Video]

A Smart designer sketched out a next-generation Roadster back in 2020. A pint-sized Roadster could help return Smart to its small car routes. Smart is also eager to launch a new ForTwo but has to find a partner to share development costs. It’s been almost two decades since the Smart...

The Smart Roadster Could Stage A Comeback After 20 Years

The K4 hatchback will replace the former Forte5 hatch. Reportedly the K4 hatchback will come to the U.S., likely in 2025. Kia's handsome K4 compact sedan that debuted during March's 2024 New York auto show is set to spawn a hatchback sibling, and a prototype has been spied for the first time.

2026 Kia K4 hatchback spied for first time

Ford Maverick leads compact pickup segment with affordability and fuel efficiency. Gas model outperforms hybrid option for work capabilities; hybrid offers best fuel economy. FLEXBED design maximizes utility and versatility in the 2024 Ford Maverick. While there are many who still want big, full-size pickups, the number of people longing...

The Most Fuel-Efficient Gas-Powered Pickup On Sale Today

In recent years, very few cars have made as much of an impact on their respective segment as the Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing. The mid-size sports sedan is seen as the spiritual replacement for the CTS-V, debuting for the first time in 2021 for the 2022 model year. Setting the standard across the board for performance, the Cadillac has had everyone chasing its taillights ever since.

Here's How Much A 1-Year Old Cadillac CT5-V Blankwing Is Worth Today

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Ford will expand production of its Super Duty pickup truck line by adding a third assembly plant to the roster. In a press release, the company announced its Oakville Assembly Complex in Ontario, Canada, will begin truck production in 2026. The move will add 100,000 units to Ford's annual Super Duty supply. But it will also see the introduction of electrification into the heavy-duty lineup.

Ford's Next Super Duty Truck Is Going Hybrid

AUBURN HILLS, MI – At the recent investor day here, automaker Stellantis said little about its Chrysler brand, though Chrysler leader Christine Feuell confirmed that the next new Chrysler vehicle will start production in 2025 as a “mid-sized, two-row SUV.”. Why are we still talking about Chrysler’s future?...

Why Does Chrysler Brand Need a Future?

Which 2025 Subaru Outback trim is the best, and what can customers expect from the new model? Subaru of America has a new configurator tool to build your midsize SUV. What's new on the 2025 Outback? There is an asterisk by the "new" Outback because, for the 2025 model year, it's a carry-over model.

The 2025 Subaru Outback, Is It What You Expected?

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The mid-2000s saw the launch of new SUV that offered three-rows of seating, off-road capability, and V8 engine options. The Jeep Commander was the automakers answer to popular competitors like the Honda Pilot, Ford Explorer, and Toyota Highlander. One version of Commander even featured a 5.7L Hemi V8, making it one of the most powerful Jeep models ever built. This SUV was built using the Grand Cherokee as a foundation, which was a strong starting point. However, this seven-seat SUV struggled to attract buyers, and its strongest sales year of 2006 only saw 88,497 units sold in the U.S., per GoodCarBadCar.com. The Jeep Commander, which seemed like a slam dunk on paper, was only produced from 2005 until being discontinued in 2010.

Here's Why Jeep Discontinued The Commander After Just 5 Years

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If you’ve been following the electric vehicle (EV) scene, you might have heard some concerning news about SK On, the South Korean battery manufacturer. They’ve hit a bit of a rough patch due to lower-than-expected sales of electric vehicles in key markets like Europe and the U.S. Let's dive into what’s going on and why it matters.

Battery Manufacturer Declares Urgency Due to Low EV Sales, Says Financial Times

Meet the 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid. Set to go on sale later this year, it expands the model’s number of available powertrains to three while giving customers an electrified option for the first time. The new hybrid utilizes Toyota's trick hybrid system, combining three electric motors, a battery, a naturally aspirated 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, and a continuously variable transmission.

The Mazda CX-50 Finally Goes Hybrid With Help from Toyota

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In a recent study recently released by popular website safewise.com ranking the safest cities in South Carolina, Bluffton, in Beaufort County, came in at a very impressive #1 on the list this year.

These are the top safest towns in South Carolina

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CALIFORNIA – A month after Big Lots released its Quarter 1 results reporting a net loss of $205.0 million, or $6.99 per share, the company website shows 54 stores closing in California with a 20% off sale.

List of 54 Big Lots stores closing in California with 20% off sale

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Whether you're a busy professional seeking comfortable transportation, a parent seeking reliability and low cost in a family vehicle, or an outdoor enthusiast needing off-road capability, the used SUV market offers a spectrum of options for less than $35,000. The hard part is figuring out which SUV will be best for you. Edmunds' experts are here to help with what they consider are the five best-value used SUVs in this price range. Each has an appealing mix of functionality and style plus a proven ability to meet drivers' needs without breaking the bank. The following SUVs are organized by category;...

Here are the 5 best used SUVs for under $40,000, according to Edmunds

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What is the future now for Sesks?

The end result went begging for Mārtiņš Sesks in Latvia, but it doesn’t matter – the statement he has made to the entire World Rally Championship...

What is the future now for Sesks?

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