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Forced Back into the Dealer An antitrust class-action lawsuit was filed against Porsche, alleging an illegal monopoly in repair services. The plaintiff filed the lawsuit after hitting a software wall following a routine oil change on his Porsche from a third-party service provider. The class-action lawsuit, as reported by Car Complaints, alleges that vehicle owners are forced to return to Porsche dealers for repairs and maintenance. The design of the cars essentially locks them into obtaining r

Shelby EV Loses Charge Since the U.S. electric vehicle market shifted in 2025, the slowdown has become hard to ignore, and it appears to be reflected in the new prices for the Shelby Mustang Mach-E offered by rental company Hertz. A report from Carscoops shows that the special-edition Ford EV is now priced at around $40,000, about $25,000 less than when the performance-themed models were released in 2024. Hertz has long offered special-edition Mustangs through its “Rent-A-Racer” program, with th

High-Speed Trouble Following the recall of more than 6,000 Ram 2500 trucks over a steering-related issue that could compromise vehicle control, another safety campaign has emerged with a similar safety risk. This time, Stellantis is recalling 12,736 Ram 2500 trucks over a software calibration issue that could allow the vehicles to exceed their tires’ maximum speed rating, potentially compromising vehicle control without prior warning. NHTSA recall number 26V288 found that affected Ram 2500 truck

Tesla has officially stopped production of the Model S sedan and Model X SUV, ending a great run for two of the most important EVs ever made. Before the cheaper Model 3 and Model Y arrived, the larger EVs set new standards for range and performance in the electric car segment. Crucially, they also served as major image builders for EVs at a time when they were still viewed as severely compromised and/or too alien in their design. Tesla shared the news on social media, complete with a picture of

For decades, the Corvette's dirty little secret was its cabin. Earlier generations, the C5, C6, C7, drew real criticism for interiors that felt like an afterthought with scratchy plastics, cheap switchgear, and questionable ergonomics. That reputation is now, officially, dead. The 2026 Corvette ZR1X has earned a spot on the 2026 Wards 10 Best Interiors and UX list, beating out nearly two dozen other contenders to take one of the industry's more respected interior awards. For the 2026 model year,

The 2ZR-FE Was One of the Good Ones Toyota’s 2ZR-FE is generally known to be reliable. You’ll find it in the 2009-2013 Corolla and a handful of other Toyotas, quietly shrugging off missed oil changes, long commutes, and the kind of neglect that would sideline most. That said, high-mileage Corollas from this era are everywhere – unless one crosses paths with a botched repair. That’s exactly what happened here: a 260,000-mile engine showed up with connecting rods poking right through the block, as

A new software deployment for Tesla’s camera-based "Vision" system has achieved a significant and innovative safety feat. Tesla is now utilizing camera-based neural networks to predict collisions before they physically occur, allowing the vehicle to deploy safety restraints like airbags and seatbelt pretensioners milliseconds earlier than traditional impact sensors. Beyond Sensors Historically, airbag deployment has relied on physical accelerometers and pressure sensors that trigger only after a

Lamborghini’s Exclusive Club Gets a New Member Among Lamborghini owners, there’s another level that exists above the usual limited-run specials. The company calls them “Few-Off” models – ultra-exclusive machines produced in tiny numbers and often reserved for the marque’s most loyal collectors. Think Reventón, Veneno, Centenario, and Sián. These are the cars that rarely appear outside concours lawns, climate-controlled garages, or at Monaco hotel entrances. Lamborghini just added another name to

The cabin of a Rolls-Royce is probably the finest place to be anywhere on four wheels, as the exquisite craftsmanship, luxury and the feel-good factor are very hard to replicate by other carmakers. But when Goodwood’s Bespoke division gets involved, things start to get really special, making the passengers feel like they’re in a rolling art gallery. The Bespoke Collective, Rolls-Royce’s elite team of designers, engineers and craftspeople, has introduced four new craft techniques inspired by the

Becoming Rolling Safety Computers As newer cars come with smarter features as standard, it can sometimes feel like automakers are forcing extra tech onto buyers. One of those is advanced driver-assistance systems, though General Motors argues that the technology can significantly reduce crashes and injuries – and it backed the claim with data. In a study conducted with the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI), GM found that advanced driver-assistance systems helped re

American hypercars are rare, especially ones that manage to combine outrageous performance with a jaw-dropping design. California-based Czinger Vehicles is one of the few American companies successfully taking the fight to Europe’s elite. Based on the standard Czinger 12C, this one-off VMax variant delivered through Prestige Imports in Miami may be its most stunning creation yet. Finished in a dramatic shade called “Royal Venom,” the hypercar looks like a spaceship that belongs in an art museum.

Happy Birthday, Honda Accord! May 8, 2026, marks the 50th birthday of the Honda Accord. Born in 1976, the first-generation model debuted and then went on to become one of the Japanese automaker's most successful models ever. From businessmen to celebrities like Ludacris, the Accord has gained worldwide acclaim in the 50 years that it's spent driving around the globe. In that time, the nameplate sold a grand total of 25 million units, accumulated millions of miles with countless owners, and is c

Mansory Doing Mansory Things To say that Mansory creations are polarizing is an understatement. Some see the German tuner’s work as the height of exclusivity, while others wonder how a standard car ended up looking like it was designed with no restrictions in mind. Every so often, Mansory shows a bit of restraint – like with its recent Porsche 911 Turbo S softkit, which was unexpectedly subtle. Most of the time, though, the company goes all-in on visual drama, and the new Mansory Azura is a clea

Volvo is inching closer to the launch of the EX60, and alongside the rollout of the new electric SUV, the Swedish automaker has been making the media rounds. In an interview with Motor1, Volvo’s Chief Commercial Officer, Eric Severinson, shared the company’s stance on subscription-based car features. Severinson criticized the idea of charging monthly fees for basic functions like heated seats, saying luxury brands "shouldn’t nickel-and-dime customers" after they have already spent tens of thousa

Epitome of Desire Ferrari has always been the definitive bedroom poster car for generations of petrolheads; it has become the most recognizable brand in high-performance cars. One thing the Prancing Horse brand understands is that not only do the cars have to perform well, but also evoke emotions, and that stems from good car design. Over the years, the brand has worked with notable Italian designers like Pininfarina, Bertone, and many more. It has also built up its own in-house design capabilit

Tariff Fight Continues One of the latest developments in the Trump administration’s tariff push is the possibility of raising import duties on European cars from 15% to 25%, a move that could severely affect brands without U.S. manufacturing, including Audi. But while tariff debates continue, a federal trade court has blocked the administration’s new 10% global tariffs, ruling them unlawful, according to Automotive News. For context, the new tariffs do not apply to imported cars and auto parts,

Geely Already Has One Big Advantage in the U.S. While U.S. politicians continue to push back against Chinese automakers entering the U.S. market, a new CNBC report says Geely Holding may already be the best-positioned Chinese carmaker to break into the U.S. market. Unlike rivals still trying to establish a foothold, Geely already has strong operational ties in the United States through familiar brands such as Volvo, Polestar, and Lotus. Industry analysts interviewed by CNBC pointed out that Geel

An Icon That Could've Been Replaced in the '60s Much has been said about the Volkswagen Beetle and its long and illustrious history. Anyone somewhat knowledgeable about automotive history would know that the Beetle story dates back to the Second World War. If it weren't for British Major Ivan, who spotted a Type 1 prototype amidst the rubble of the Volkswagen plant, the entire German automotive industry probably wouldn't have become the powerhouse it eventually became. The Type 1 would eventuall

Porsche Hits Reset Give Porsche credit for trying to branch out into adjacent ventures. But with shifting market conditions, including U.S. tariffs and slowing sales in China, the German marque wants to refocus on its “core business.” That shift is so significant that the company is cutting several subsidiaries, affecting more than 500 employees. This strategic realignment became apparent after Porsche agreed to sell its stakes in the Bugatti Rimac and the Rimac Group. Now, the automaker is disc

One of the best decisions Japanese automakers ever made was to create North American branches, and they have traditionally been a reliable source of cash for these companies when things in the rest of the world are challenging, but Toyota North America has posted a $1.21 billion loss for the 2025 fiscal year. After a $681.4 million profit the year before, what is the cause of this decline? There are several: Trump tariffs, investing in EVs, and the war in Iran. However, new CEO and former CFO Ke

An 800 Horsepower Upgrade A Chinese source, Car News China, reported online chatter about the next Zeekr 001 FR. For context, "FR" is Zeekr's performance brand, similar to what M is to BMW and what AMG means to Mercedes-Benz. The sub-brand is going to come out of hiding soon, but our initial findings didn't reveal too much. Until we found this: whispers of a new performance EV from Zeekr featuring more than 2,000 horsepower. The info comes from Chinese car bloggers: MetaAuto and Hanlu on Baidu.

Missing Parts Something many automakers are doing these days is adding a list of features that make their cars stand out. To keep production easy and costs low, most of these features are simple interior or exterior bits, such as badges, lights, and, in more recent times, illuminated badging and emblems. When it comes to some of these unique features, brands offer them as optional extras, meaning buyers really want them and expect them on their brand-new car. The problem is that, somewhere along

The BYD Datang, or Great Tang, offers 5-minute flash-charging, long-range powertrains, three rows of seating, and up to 784 hp. With prices starting at $36,700, it's easy to see how BYD managed to gather over 100,000 bookings for the Datang only two weeks after its unveiling at the Beijing Motor Show. The Datang is effectively offering Maybach-level presence for mid-trim Honda Pilot money. BYD

Selling an Experience, Not Four Wheelers Mitsubishi was once a major Japanese player in the U.S., selling more than 340,000 vehicles in 2002 with models like the Lancer and Eclipse. Since then, the brand has declined significantly and now hovers around the 100,000-sales mark. Moving forward, the automaker wants to revitalize its U.S. operations through its “Momentum 2030” plan, one part of which involves building dealerships that do not actually sell cars. As counterintuitive as it may sound, th

The company that has made a name for itself in the automotive space by reinventing and toughening the spirit of the original Land Rover Defender, INEOS, wants to expand its menu beyond the Grenadier SUV and Quartermaster pickup to a range of smaller, lighter, and cheaper 4x4 off-roaders. And they will be cheaper, not just because they'll be manufactured in the U.S., but also because INEOS won't be repeating the costly ground-up creation of the Grenadier (which may get a V8 variant). One might as

Home of the Truck America is a truck nation. Despite all the trends and factors that have shifted mobility for everyone, the USA loves its pickups. To properly compete in that segment, it not only needs to perform well but also to maintain a steady supply. Unfortunately, for one of the biggest players in the pickup scene, supply hasn't been easy, as production has been slowed by an issue with a supplier. Ford's struggle with F-150 production is due to a supplier issue, giving GM a chance to make

America’s 250th Anniversary America’s 250th birthday isn’t just a calendar event – it’s already showing up in showrooms. Stellantis has been busy with special editions from Dodge, Jeep, and Ram, but Chrysler was the odd one out. That changes with the 2027 Pacifica America250 (A250) package. The A250 package lands on the updated 2027 Pacifica Select. It’s Chrysler’s way of joining Stellantis’ partnership with the America250 group. Only 2,100 will be built for US buyers, so this family hauler earn