Tesla’s sales may have been down last year, but there’s no denying the Model Y is still an incredibly popular vehicle. In fact, it was one of the best-selling cars in the country. On the other hand, it’s old, and at least in China, Tesla decided it needed a refresh,... Read more »

Toyota may not have the most exciting electric car in the world, but it’s done an incredible job of helping the hybrid go mainstream. And while it certainly has more competition in the market than it did when the Prius was first introduced, it’s still one of the automakers that... Read more »

The used car market, for the most part, has shifted back in favor of the buyers instead of the sellers. With deals to be had on most of your typical cars and incredible savings on EVs, it also means that some dealers are pulling out all the stops to get... Read more »

Firefighting aircraft have been key in California’s battle against the wildfires raging in Los Angeles over the past week. An array of aerial firefighters have dropped thousands of gallons of red fire retardant liquid on LA in recent days, but have you ever wondered what all that liquid might do... Read more »

Mergers have been in the news a lot lately. Whether it’s the announcement that Honda and Nissan are joining forces or rumors that Stellantis may end up selling off some of its brands, automakers working together have been at the forefront of a lot of people’s (read: my) minds. That’s... Read more »

These days, pickup trucks are no longer basic work vehicles that may or may not have power windows or air conditioning. Now, they offer almost any feature you’ll find on a crossover in addition to being able to tow, haul and off-road. The upside is that trucks are more comfortable... Read more »

A woman in Southern California is suing a Lyft driver for negligence after she jumped out the window of the moving ride-share vehicle last year after the driver became unresponsive and began driving erratically. Read more...... Read more »

A man from Prince Edward Island returned home from walking his dogs to find a pile of dust-like debrison the walkway to his front door, which ended up being caused by a meteorite — and his Ring camera captured it hitting earth in a historic first. Joe Velaidum, a resident... Read more »

The Detroit Lions are finally good again. 2022 saw their first winning season since 2017, and this year, they’re back in the NFC Championship playing the Washington Commanders for their shot at the Super Bowl. As you can imagine, there’s a lot of enthusiasm for this game and a lot... Read more »

Less than a month after drone swarms haunted New Jersey’s night skies, DJI removed the geofencing features that finally ended the panic over the Garden State. The Chinese drone producer announced a software update that replaced the guardrails that prevented operators from flying into restricted airspace with an in-app…Read more...... Read more »

Shoppers are looking to cash in on automaker discounts and electric vehicle tax credits ahead of Donald Trump taking office on January 20. The incoming President is expected to either cut the incentives or completely repeal them. The result of that is the end of 2024 seeing a marked uptick... Read more »

Polestar used the start of the new year as an opportunity to release a roadmap for its future, and all the typical buzzwords were included. EBITDA. Positive free cash flow. Securing new equity and debt funding. Strong product momentum. The future is bright, and Polestar will soon sell more cars.... Read more »

Police in the UK finally did something useful after officers in the northern city of Manchester impounded one of the first Tesla Cybertrucks to make it across the pond. Officers cleared the Manchester streets of the electric menace Thursday and impounded the Cybertruck as it is “not road legal in... Read more »

Among the news of all the shiny new models coming for 2025 and beyond is a dark reality looming over the auto industry: Millions of people are upside down on their auto loans, and the amounts owed are at their highest level ever. Read more...... Read more »

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This year is expected to be a crucial one for Amazon's Zoox, as the company plans to grow its operations and commercialize a robotaxi business.... Read more »

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Tesla started offering discounts on new Cybertruck vehicles in its inventory this week.... Read more »

Merging with rival Honda may be Nissan's best shot at survival. The Japanese automaker is struggling around the world, including the U.S. and China.... Read more »

China's electric car market is headed for a sharp slowdown in 2025, according to analyst predictions, increasing pressure on companies trying to survive.... Read more »

Not a single Republican voted in favor of Biden's IRA, but a vow from Trump and a GOP Congress to repeal the act would mean significant job losses.... Read more »

Tesla's voluntary recall is related to issues that may cause rearview cameras to fail, according to filings out Friday.... Read more »

Stellantis' top priority for the U.S. this year is to grow its retail market share after several years of declining sales in its largest, most crucial market.... Read more »

The prospect of steep fines for failing to comply with the EU's emissions standards has sparked a heated debate within the car industry.... Read more »

The Model Y, which Tesla announced in China, will start at 263,500 Chinese yuan ($35,935), with deliveries set to begin in March.... Read more »

Ford Motor's operations in China earned roughly $600 million last year despite challenging market conditions, CEO Jim Farley said Thursday night.... Read more »

Elon Musk used his social network X to promote Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany party, hosting a discussion with party leader Alice Weidel.... Read more »

The GTD models are part of Ford's plans to expand the Mustang nameplate into the higher echelons of the sports car and racing worlds.... Read more »

Volkswagen, which revived the old American brand, said Scout is part of its plan to grow its market share in the U.S.... Read more »

There are many modified vintage trucks running around these days, but few that are significantly customized in the old-school vein like this 1957 Dodge owned by Dennis Schroeder. This custom goes well beyond a few shaved emblems and custom paint. It’s been treated to a […] The post Old School... Read more »

We profiled the prolific, wacky, and brilliant automotive journalist Gray Baskerville a while back. But Gray did more than pen memorable pieces in Rod & Custom and Hot Rod magazines, he also owned – and drove! – a full-fendered ’32 Ford hot rod roadster. The […] The post Legends in... Read more »

Howell EFI, a leading manufacturer of electronic fuel injection conversions, now offers several new LS and LSA swap harnesses and components for Gen IV LS based truck Vortec 4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L, 6.2L, as well as the powerful LS7 7.0L and supercharged 6.2L LSA engines. New […] The post New LS... Read more »

Before the rise of SUVs, station wagons were the go-to vehicle choice for family haulers. Wagons offered multiple seats (some of which faced backward), plenty of space for everyone to be comfortable, plus room for groceries or luggage in case of a weekend journey. They […] The post Safari Survivor... Read more »

If you’ve watched any hot-rod-based television shows, you’ll likely recognize Kevin Tetz. He’s hosted several shows including TRUCKS TV, Truck Tech, and Classic Rides, and he’s made guest appearances on others. He’s also been an online consultant for Eastwood, LMC Truck, and other companies. Today […] The post 5 Minutes... Read more »

More Mopar restoration parts from Auto Metal Direct! AMD is excited to announce the release of their latest Mopar restoration parts; Trunk Hinge Pivot Arms, designed exclusively for the iconic ’68 – ’70 Dodge Charger. This essential restoration component ensures smooth and reliable trunk operation […] The post New Trunk... Read more »

After owning a Chevy Nomad for more than 20 years, along with a history of other cool cruisers like a ’60 Oldsmobile, Jim Ross found himself looking for one more vintage ride. At 80 years old, it was time for something different, but it had […] The post Colorful Catalina:... Read more »

Garret Kitchen caught the car bug as a teenager and has been afflicted by it ever since. As he got older, Garret’s artistic traits and training as a diesel mechanic helped him design and build a series of hot rods for himself. By the mid-’90s […] The post Garret’s Rod... Read more »

In the late-’60s muscle car landscape, Camaros and Chevelles ruled the world of Chevy performance fans. Full-size muscle? Not for us, most said. That is why the larger Chevy SS427 created a mere blip on the Chevy sales charts, with just 2,124 examples being sold, […] The post Don’t Call... Read more »

The Model 3 Performance packs significantly more grunt than the similarly priced base version of the 3-Series... Read more »

He bought the Lyriq in late 2023 for his limo business, but GM hasn't delivered the parts nine months after a fender-bender... Read more »

We compare the strengths and weaknesses of the smallest Jeep with the budget-friendly Dacia to see which one prevails... Read more »

While the glass roof was shuttered, the Cybertruck's stainless steel body panels proved more than strong enough... Read more »

A handful of cars gained ground in 2024, but overall registrations of coupes and convertibles fell versus 2023... Read more »

Showing off in a Mustang in slippery conditions with people all around you - what could possibly go wrong?... Read more »

The Skyline 2000GT is fitted with a 3.5-liter inline-six equipped with Jenvey throttle bodies and a 350Z manual gearbox... Read more »

Luxury cars priced over $80k usually account for 4.4% of new car sales, but that rose to 5.6% in December... Read more »

Find out why Honda's Euro R was the best Accord that never left Japan -  and whether we'd have one over an Evo or Impreza... Read more »

Watch as this individual appears to drive through a parking lot and unplugs a camera, unaware of a second one still recording... Read more »

A new set of forged, five-spoke alloys for Ferrari’s crossover could set you back over $57,000... Read more »

Instead, Stellantis will focus more on the range-extended Ramcharger platform... Read more »

After racking up over $900 million in losses since 2022, the electric vehicle startup has filed for bankruptcy... Read more »

The Geparda is slower and more expensive than the VW it is based on, but can be driven by teenagers... Read more »

Building custom motorcycles for a living may seem like a thrilling prospect to most enthusiasts, but it’s not all sunshine and rainbows. Even the greatest firms and individual craftsmen out there can fall prey to brutal economics, and the recent pandemic has really dealt a devastating blow to many bike-modding... Read more »

If you watched a lot of drag racing videos featuring the "infamous" Porsche 911 Turbo S, you might remember that it rarely loses, crushing opponents way above its pay grade. In this episode, the 911 Turbo S gets dethroned as one of the fastest 1/4-mile sports cars, but the catch... Read more »

The 0FG series of cat-back exhausts from AWE prepares to welcome a new member in the form of a system intended for the BT-series Outback with the 2.4-liter turbo four-pot boxer. Compatible with 2020 models and up, said exhaust saves 5.5 pounds (2.5 kilograms) over the factory OEM setup. Presently... Read more »

Several weeks ago, I stumbled upon Geotrek Vans' Albatross layout and was impressed by everything it offered for a relatively affordable price. This time, I am looking at its only other layout option, the Convoy.... (continue reading...)... Read more »

The story of the Chevrolet El Camino coupe utility (Ute) vehicle began in 1959, but the trigger factor is the earlier introduction of the full-size 1957 Ford Ranchero, the usher of a new body style. Unlike a traditional pickup truck, the coupe utility vehicle wasn't a body-on-frame construction – instead,... Read more »

In recent years, I have become less enthusiastic about new car releases. There are still occasional exceptions, but not very often. Instead, I enjoy keeping an eye out for what's new in the diecast world. That's because most diecast manufacturers understand people. They know nostalgia is a strong sentiment. The... Read more »

One man's trash can be another man's treasure. This is how the saying goes, and it's never been truer than in the case of this fantastic DIY tiny house project that was built on a budget using reclaimed and discarded materials.  The tiny home you're looking at might not be... Read more »

The Pontiac GTO shot across the star-crowded skies of Detroit like a meteorite, emerging as a sparkling sensation and beaming with a fiery glow for a few years, only to abruptly fade away into nothingness in the early seventies. 1970 was the turntable moment for the symbolic muscle car when... Read more »

It's been almost two years since the seventh-generation Ford Mustang entered production and we still do not have a brand-new Shelby GT500. However, what we do have is a Shelby Super Snake, which injected its glorious venom into the veins of the V8-powered S650, unleashing a jaw-dropping amount of power.... Read more »

I just opened a Matchbox Moving Parts collectible earlier today. I bought the RX-7 Convertible many months ago but thought it looked great inside its packaging anyway. I should've left it like that. It's underwhelming compared to my Tomica-built RX-7 FC castings, but that's something I should have expected, as... Read more »

Lately, I've covered various motorcycle van builds, which were surprisingly different from one another. Today, I'm checking out yet another project—a DIY one that fully uses the little available real estate. Bringing your motorcycle along on your van... (continue reading...)... Read more »

The 1969 iteration was a fantastic release for the Corvette, with sales going through the roof. Chevrolet shipped more than 10,000 units compared to the previous year, with 38,762 cars shipping to customers in 1969. Sure, critics would say that the UAW strike that previously affected the Corvette production made... Read more »

Toyota has started testing out the new generation Hilux, and to absolutely no one's surprise, the rugged workhorse has fallen into the hands of the rendering crowd. Some digital illustrations looked quite realistic, like those we covered last week here, whereas others do no... (continue reading...)... Read more »

We love it when custom bike builders take an angular KTM and infuse it with a whole load of retro charm, completely changing its aesthetic in the process. Case in point: this breathtaking one-off scrambler from South Africa, pieced together by Wayne Buys of Fabman Creations. It calls itself the... Read more »