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The Next Frontier The automotive market is moving deeper into electrification, with EVs still widely seen as the industry's long-term endgame. Volkswagen has even suggested that gasoline-powered vehicles could eventually fade into history much like horses did a century ago, as more consumers embrace the benefits of all-electric mobility. However, automakers also need to develop technologies that make the transition easier for prospective buyers, especially as EV skepticism remains a major hurdle

If you’ve filled up your gas tank the last few days you likely got a welcome surprise, the national average for unleaded fuel prices falling below $4 a gallon for the first time in months. Joe Raedle/Getty Images Whether they will remain there – never mind continuing to fall – is far from certain, however. Talks between the U.S. and Iran to end their four-month-old war got

The Jeep Cherokee returned last year for the 2026 model year, arriving at dealerships in January, but it was missing the Trail Rated trim. After the Cherokee Upland Concept hinted at a new Trailhawk, Stellantis today teased the return of the badge with a solitary image showing the front corner of the off-road-biased crossover. The announcement only stated that Jeep "continues to listen to customers and return capability to the core of the brand's ethos," with no reveal date confirmed. However, w

The Land Rover Defender, Discovery, and Range Rover have been put under a stop-sale order by JaguarLand Rover because there's a problem with their airbags. At the time of writing, more than four hours after it was first reported, the issue has yet to appear on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's website, but a JLR spokesperson confirmed to The Drive that it is issuing a voluntary recall for several of its SUVs: "JLR is voluntarily conducting a recall to address a potential issue

The 44-year-old driver of a Tesla Model 3 that crashed into a house in Katy, Texas, killing a 76-year-old grandmother who was standing in the living room, has told investigators that his vehicle had Autopilot engaged when the crash occurred. Images shared by the Harris County Precinct 5 Constable's Office show the aftermath of the devastating crash, and a video obtained by ABC News (embedded below) shows the vehicle traveling at an alarmingly high rate of speed, blowing through an intersection i

Europe Needs Help China's seemingly rapid growth in the automotive sector didn't happen overnight. It took decades of lying in wait, and once it found its rhythm, there was no stopping the momentum. While there is a bit of a slowdown in the home market, China has been making bold moves in Asia and Europe. With that, European automakers are playing catch-up on home turf as the Chinese nip away the market share. The speed of development has played a key role in China's cars reaching further in the

Old Crimes Die Hard We recently reported that overall auto theft is down across the country. Modern security technology plays a vital role in this positive trend. We also know that electric cars are inherently difficult to steal because of their complex electronic immobilizers. However, some classic automotive crimes stubbornly refuse to die. Thieves are shifting their focus from stealing entire vehicles to harvesting valuable components. This specific crime wave swept the United States during t

Concept to Reality? Back in October 2025, Mazdaunveiled two new concepts during that year's Japan Mobility Show. There was the funky-looking Vision X-Compact, and alongside it was the elegant Vision X-Coupe. Now, Mazda does have a tendency not to turn its production-ready-looking concepts into reality. Some recent examples include the stillborn RX-Vision and Vision Coupe from about a decade ago. That said, there might be a chance to actually see the Vision X-Compact and Vision X-Coupe become ro

Something Looks Different NASCAR marked a historic milestone last weekend by holding points-paying events across its three main series at Naval Base Coronado in San Diego. But one notable promotional car also drew attention: a #5 Chevrolet show car that some believe could be teasing the next-generation Camaro. If true, it would mark one of the first hints at the returning nameplate, which is reportedly set to enter production in late 2027.  The rumor was reported by Australia's CarExpert, which

Was This Another Fifth-Gen Cummins Failure? The 6.7-liter Cummins diesel is among the top powertrain picks for the Ram 2500 HD, earning it a considerable following. But the fifth-generation version hasn’t exactly been spotless. Owners have complained about valvetrain issues, with teardowns revealing wear on rocker arms and lifters, as well as lubrication issues. So when a dead 2025 Ram 2500 with barely 13,000 miles on the clock rolled into Dave’s Auto Center, you can bet everyone was wondering:

Too Many Choices Automotive giants like Volkswagen view the whole world as a market; they have to account for each region as a potential market. Since their business model focuses on a global scale, their model lineup is wide and varied, allowing them to cater to each market's demands. However, over time, that may cause issues for them: production lines become confusing, and there are many failed start-up models that waste R&D money. It seems VW is also feeling the effects and wants to scale

Climbing To The Top The Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X continues to rewrite the record books, recently setting a new production-car benchmark at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. Piloted by IndyCar and Pikes Peak veteran JR Hildebrand, the ZR1X completed the course in 9:30.104, more than 23 seconds quicker than the previous PPIHC-certified production-car mark. That previous benchmark belonged to David Donner, who drove a 000 Magazine-liveried 2022 Porsche 911 Turbo S. While the Turbo S is not th

Saving Salvage Salvage car lots across America are a sight to behold. On the one hand, it's still amazing to see these places still exist, considering the modern world has new innovative ways to recycle old cars. It does still have its place in the hearts and minds of enthusiasts, a final place to search for hidden gems just waiting to be picked up and reborn. These places serve as a final stop for people looking for a new project or in need of very specific parts for a current one. Unfortunatel

No More Slaps On The Wrist Street takeovers are among the most common issues in today’s car scene, with social media often fueling the trend as users record and share illegal road activities that may look entertaining but pose serious risks on public roads. As such, police departments have implemented stricter measures against violators, including crushing vehicles involved in these events. One example was the Dodge Durango Hellcat destroyed by the Louisville Police Department last year. Now, 8

Hyundai Is Bringing Back Its Entry-Level Performance Formula The Hyundai i20 N didn’t top the horsepower charts or break the bank, but it nailed the fun factor and came in at a price that didn’t require a second mortgage. It’s often regarded as Hyundai’s answer to the Volkswagen GTI – and honestly, they weren’t wrong. With a turbo, a six-speed stick, and a proper limited-slip diff, the i20 N is a true driver’s car. But just as it was hitting its stride, Hyundai pulled the plug in 2024, thanks to

Remember the Metris? The Mercedes-Benz Metris was the brand's commercial and passenger van in the U.S., slotted beneath the Sprinter. In Europe, it's known as the Vito, but its luxury-oriented passenger-carrying versions, with a few more luxuries, are called the V-Class. The Vito and V-Class have been in production since 2014 and landed in the U.S as the Metris in 2016. Offered in both cargo and passenger derivatives, the Metris was more like the Vito, as it lacked the usual luxuries found in st

Ford Maverick Will Soon Have the Segment to Itself With the Hyundai Santa Cruz heading for the exit, the Ford Maverick is about to have the compact pickup playground all to itself. That’s a big hole in the market, especially since buyers can’t seem to get enough of small, efficient trucks. Fordmoved over 155,000 Mavericks in 2025 – more than twice as many as the bigger Ranger. Toyota’s name keeps popping up whenever talk turns to a Maverick rival. The rumor mill kicked into high gear in May, whe

There's a quiet but seismic shift happening at the top of the automotive food chain, and it doesn't involve a single car being sold. CATL, the China-based company that makes the batteries going into most of the world's EVs, posted a net profit of around $3 billion in the first quarter of 2026. That alone would be impressive. What makes it remarkable is who it leaves in the dust. CATL's profit exceeded the combined earnings of seven major Chinese automakers, according to CarNewsChina. Essentially

A Special Electric Porsche Wagon For some reason, wagons just don't cut the mustard in America, but across the Atlantic, they're a hit. The Porsche Taycan Turbo S Sport Turismo is a peak electric wagon, offering up performance, style, and practicality in a vehicle that can also send your gut flying back into your seat, but it's too bad you won't be able to buy one anymore come 2027. That said, Porsche has just introduced a new one-off project in collaboration with Soho House, with the Porsche T

Driving with a pet in the car is a daily reality for millions of Americans, and there’s an entire industry focused on making this type of journey more comfortable for both the humans and animals involved. But what happens if the “pet” is not a dog, a cat or small furry animal, but a calf? Make that two calves, actually. As you can imagine, that’s quite a challenge, especially if we’re talking about transporting them in a regular SUV like the Toyota 4Runner for hundreds of miles. Saving The Lives

Techart for the 992.2 Since 1987, Techart has been delivering performance and look packages for Porsche vehicles. It's among my most noted Porsche tuners and a mainstay among the enthusiast community. Starting with high-end interior customization, the brand has since grown to offer a dizzying array of options for any Porsche enthusiast to spend their hard-earned money on. Recently, the brand unveiled its latest packaging for the 992.2-generation Porsche 911, and it looks awesome. Prepare your w

A Record Before It Even Had a Price Tag When BYD opened reservations for the Great Tang at the Beijing Auto Show in April, buyers had little to go on other than what it looked like and a spec sheet. But within 24 hours, 30,000 people had signed up anyway. Two weeks in, that figure crossed 100,000, with most buyers committing based on a rough ballpark of what it might cost. By the time BYD officially launched the car on June 17, it had cleared 150,000 pre-orders, setting records for the highest r

Toyota, while being the world's largest automaker, currently moving over 11 million vehicles a year, finds itself in a very different kind of battle in a California federal court. Defending its philanthropic arm against accusations of corporate piracy, Toyota finds itself the defendant in a lawsuit filed by Mobility for Africa (MFA), according to reports. The lawsuit, filed on May 12th, 2026, alleges that the Toyota Mobility Foundation (TMF) and its consulting partner, EXA Innovation Studio, mis

Close Relations One of the most talked-about cars of the year has to be the revived Honda Prelude. Having divided the automotive enthusiasts, it represents what some want from a Prelude, but also what others find lacking, since it technically replaced the Civic Type R (in other regions) as the "sporty" Honda model. In any case, the Prelude's revival was made easier by Honda's decision to use the Civic as its base. While Honda was honest enough to admit the relationship between the two cars, deta

You’d think that almost eight years after its launch, the fourth-generation Suzuki Jimny can’t surprise its fanbase anymore, and yet that’s exactly the effect the new Jimny Rhino special edition has. Launched in Australia exclusively with the five-door Jimny XL body, the Rhino combines retro styling with lots of adventure-ready gear in a package that’s hard to resist if small and capable off-roaders are your soft spot. Striking Visual Updates Inside And Out

Signature Spec Maserati is known for many things. The Italian carmaker has withstood the test of time, outliving most automotive brands despite the naysayers. It seems that despite everything, there are still people who lust over a Maserati. During the brand's resurgence in the mid-2000s and 2010s, the Quattroporte and Gran Turismo were powered by a Ferrari-derived V8, but Maserati made it their own, which became a calling card for the brand. Despite moving on from V8s in recent years, the door

The EV Weight Crisis Electric vehicles have a massive weight problem. The race for longer driving ranges means manufacturers are packing cars with gargantuan battery packs. Combine that with the global obsession with massive crossovers and SUVs, and you get passenger vehicles that weigh significantly more than their gas-powered equivalents. This trend makes us wonder whether massive EVs make sense, given how many raw materials they require to produce and operate. The weight explosion is now trig