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Mazda's Electrification Efforts So Far We can probably describe Mazda's road to electrification as a bit bumpy. Perhaps it's the company's occasional stubbornness (see: rotary engines), or due to its small size compared to the Japanese Big Three, Mazda just hasn't quite hit the nail on the head when it comes to building in-house hybrids and EVs. Mazda didn't release its first full hybrid until 2022, and it was literally a rebadged Euro-market Toyota Yaris. The CX-50 Hybrid also benefits from Toy

Millions Headed Back To Customers Several Nissan dealerships across New York were caught padding customer lease buyouts with hidden fees, bogus repair charges, and inflated line items that customers never agreed to. The NY Attorney General's office uncovered the scheme after digging through thousands of buyout transactions, and now Nissan Motor Acceptance Company (NMAC) is on the hook to make it right. So far, 15 dealerships have been hit with over $1 million in penalties, and more than $4.5 mil

President Donald Trump said this week he is "not looking to renew" the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement before its July 1 review deadline, which determines whether the pact will be extended for another 16 years. As reported by Reuters, the pact governs roughly $1.6 trillion in annual trade, including roughly $400 billion in vehicle and automotive parts trade. and currently keeps USMCA-compliant goods largely exempt from broader tariffs, helping hold down prices for Americans. Automakers like Ford, GM,

Cut in Half Product development takes a village and several years to complete, but with Nissan's new method, it could require only half the man-hours to bring a vehicle to market. If there is one thing that we've been sure of in the last few years, it's that Nissan isn't doing too great right now. The Japanese brand has been on the back foot, but now it's looking to employ AI in its product development strategy. Taking a page out of the Chinese playbook, Nissan learned from its collaboration wi

Déjà Vu: New Ford Focus Recall Sounds Familiar Ford’s recall department must be working overtime. Hot on the heels of recalling nearly 550,000 Expedition SUVs for center-console trim that could pop off and distract drivers, the Blue Oval is back with another big one. Now, it’s the Ford Focus taking center stage. The issue isn’t new, though, because these models should have been fixed in a previous recall, but that didn’t happen. According to documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safe

A Free Jeep—But There's a Catch I love free stuff, but one look at my byline will already tell you that I won't make the cut, but maybe you will. Stellantis has just announced it will give away a free Jeep Wrangler if you meet all the conditions. Bear with me here, because there are a lot of "ifs" involved in winning a free car. Stellantis is running this promotion to make its patriotic stance known ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup, where the United States' soccer team will try to make histo

Subaru’s Oldest SUV Soldiering On Launched back in 2019, the Subaru Ascent is now rolling into its ninth year, and you’d be forgiven for thinking it’s stuck in a time loop. Sure, it’s picked up the odd feature here and there, and maybe a subtle facelift in 2023, but a full makeover? Not even close. And for 2027, Subaru is sticking to the script. The Japanese marque just dropped the details for the 2027 Ascent, and while there are a couple of new creature comforts and a splash of new color, the r

Transformation Bentley has always been a reference for refinement and luxury, but over the years, it has also become a symbol of performance. Putting those three aspects together has given the brand staying power and allure in today's automotive world. To stay competitive, the British brand has been making improvements to its production facilities in Crewe, England. One of the newest facilities to make its debut is the state-of-the-art paint shop – and the automaker has the perfect Continental G

At the 24 Hours of Le Mans this weekend, BMW has revealed the M Neue Klasse Concept, previewing the first-ever electric M3. Just like the current G80 M3 that heads to the scrapyard in the sky after the 2027 model year, it's going to have both fans and haters. But while controversy is inevitable when introducing an electric take on a beloved high-performance nameplate, this concept's styling is likely to be less divisive than the G80 was when it arrived, with the vertical, coffin-shaped grilles b

With 789 horsepower and 701 lb-ft of torque from its 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 plug-in hybrid powertrain, the Lamborghini Urus SE is certainly potent, but if the super SUV's looks aren't extreme enough, Larte Design has debuted a new Largenda kit at the Geneva Supercar Show. The event runs from 11-14 June, and Larte is making a splash with its dry carbon fiber upgrades that, like those for the Porsche 911 and last-gen Mercedes-AMG GT 63 4-Door, are completely reversible. That's because Lart

What Is Lincoln Rejuvenate? If you haven't been in a Lincoln vehicle lately, like the Nautilus or Navigator, you may be surprised to find a massive screen spanning 48 inches across the dashboard. Such a huge display might seem overwhelming, but this particular screen has a feature called Lincoln Rejuvenate, which is designed to relax and revitalize the driver and passengers. Cole Attisha

Genesis stunned the motoring world last November when it revealed the Magma GT Concept. This mid-engine V8 supercar has all the presence of a Ferrari or McLaren supercar, so the fact that it comes from a conservative luxury brand is a particular shock. What we didn’t get a good look at initially was the Magma GT’s interior, which has now been unveiled alongside the new Magma GT3 Concept at Le Mans. The reveals come just ahead of the Genesis Magma Racing team’s participation in the legendary endu

Few automakers have progressed as much or as quickly as Genesis, and the premium brand is once again signaling its intentions to move further upmarket with the presentation of a new X Gran Convertible concept at the 24 Hours of Le Mans this weekend, where the Korean marque is making its Hypercar class debut. But wait, haven't we seen a similar concept before? Indeed, at the Seoul Mobility Show last year, Genesis showed the convertible for the first time, but it's now presenting the drop-top conc

Late in 2025, Genesis unveiled the GV60 Magma, the first of several models from its new high-performance division. Targeting BMW M and Mercedes-AMG, Genesis Magma models will combine extreme performance and high-end luxury. But it’s not only on regular roads where we’ll see Magma come to life—the company has just debuted the Magma GT3 Concept at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in France. Instead of being derived from a current road-going car, the aggressive GT3 Concept is an independent study that explo

Toyota's long-awaited MR2 revival appears to be gathering momentum, and the reborn sports car could be different from the machine enthusiasts remember. While the Japanese automaker has yet to reveal a production version, development suggests the new MR2 will feature a mid-engined, all-wheel-drive layout powered by a turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The fourth-generation MR2 would strengthen Toyota's growing performance lineup alongside the GR86, GR Corolla, GR Yaris, and the next-generation Su

Last One Standing Nissan's been through some really tough times recently, having had to make some difficult decisions. What was once a brand filled with performance cars is left with one last performance model, the Z. Surprisingly, the Z has been around since 2022, almost 5 years into its lifecycle, which means it's ripe for an update. Nissan has already announced that the 2027 model year will introduce a refreshed Z model.

Ambition Meets Asphalt Chinese automaker BYD is making a bold play for European luxury buyers through its premium sub-brand Denza. The latest offensive weapon is the Z9 GT, a grand tourer packing incredible technology and an opulent cabin. On paper, this machine is a staggering achievement. Boasting near 1,000 horsepower in its electric guise, it delivers eye-watering acceleration that puts traditional sports cars on notice. Plus, it has one of the longest ranges of any EV, making it a formidabl

Another Major Safety Campaign After recalling nearly 900,000 vehicles just days ago over a suspension-related issue, Honda is back in the spotlight with another major safety campaign. This time, the automaker is recalling more than one million vehicles in the US due to a defect involving the tire repair kits supplied with several popular models. This latest recall covers several Honda hybrids and fuel-cell EVs. Honda and its supplier spent years chasing down complaints and odd incidents before l

KANSAS CITY, MO — A multi-hazard storm system arrives tomorrow across the central Plains and lower Missouri Valley, and while severe storms will grab the headlines, the bigger story may be the rain. The Weather Prediction Center is flagging a growing signal for 3 to 5 inches of rainfall concentrating near eastern Kansas, Oklahoma, and southwest Missouri on Saturday, with isolated totals potentially exceeding 5 inches — falling on ground already soaked by multiple rounds of storms this week. Majo

Ford's Secret Affordable EV Family Steps Into the Light Ford plans to shake up the automotive industry with a brand-new lineup of affordable electric vehicles, kicking things off with a compact pickup truck. For months, automotive circles have buzzed with speculation, and public hype has reached a fever pitch as enthusiasts wonder exactly what this budget-friendly EV will look. Consumers are desperate for practical, reasonably priced electric options, and this secretive project promises to deliv

Walk through a modern truck showroom, and the trend is unmistakable. Screens are getting bigger, engines are getting smaller and more turbocharged, and the price of genuine off-road capability keeps climbing toward the top of every lineup. Nissan looked at that landscape and decided there was room for something simpler. The 2027 Frontier Sport Edition follows the well-received Dark Armor package with a formula that prioritizes hardware over flash: real off-road equipment, a punch of color, and a

A powerful severe weather outbreak is hammering the Midwest and Great Lakes Thursday, and the Chicago area sits directly in the path of the worst of it. The National Weather Service issued a Tornado Watch through 9 p.m. for northern Illinois and northwest Indiana, with strong tornadoes, large hail, and wind gusts up to 80 mph all in play. Peak Danger Window: From 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, when a second line of storms pushing in from Iowa is expected to produce strong tornadoes, damaging winds,

The all-electric Dodge Charger Daytona has failed to light up the sales charts, and the situation is so dire that it appears Stellantis is discouraging the few potential buyers the EV has by hiking the Daytona's price by five figures. But while Hellcat V8 power will return to the Charger, appeasing the masses, Stellantis isn't abandoning EV technology and is, in fact, pursuing advances in the field, announcing that a Charger Daytona development vehicle has been fitted with Factorial's advanced s

Entering AMG's EV Era With the arrival of the AMG GT 4-door, Mercedes officially has its foot in the door for high-performance electric vehicles. Sure, there are hotted-up versions of the EQE and EQS, but the GT 4-Door is on another level. With more power, more range, and greater energy efficiency, this is AMG showing what it can do with EV powertrains. If we're talking purely about engineering, AMG's latest creation is a beauty. It's safe to say that the GT 4-Door shows what to expect from AMG'

When a vehicle is recalled because of a safety risk, it's usually something mechanical that can impact drivability and handling, but the latest problem for the Ford Expedition warns that the interior trim could hurt occupants. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, nearly 550,000 Ford Expedition SUVs from the 2018-2024 model years have center console chrome plating that may bubble and peel from the base material, and this could result in sharp edges that could cause min

Those who have a family but don't want to leave a fun driving experience in the rearview have access to the Ford Explorer ST, and for the 2027 model year, the Blue Oval has taken inspiration from the Explorer ST's large aftermarket community by launching an optional Sinister Package. The updates include a set of 21-inch gloss black aluminum wheels dressed in 275/45R21 all-season subber, gloss black borders for the ST badges (chrome is standard), and amber daytime running lights as opposed to the

GM Changes Course on a Key EV Battery Strategy Battery tech is still the big headache for automakers diving into EVs. It touches everything buyers care about: price tags, range, charging speed, weight, and what it’ll cost you down the road. That’s why so many brands have fallen for lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries lately. They’re cheaper, tougher, and don’t need as many pricey materials as the usual nickel-heavy packs. The catch? Less energy density, so you’re not going as far on a charge.