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The Chrysler Revival Plan Once a proud luxury automaker, Chrysler has been whittled down to just one model, and this has been the case for quite some time already. That said, Stellantis wants to breathe new life into the brand, and we can expect three new models in the coming years. That's all part of the conglomerate's Fastlane 2030 initiative, which sees Chrysler launch sub-$40,000 models to address ever-increasing average car prices. While Chrysler won't be getting a bulk of the budget Stella

Not As Thirsty As Expected Great fuel economy is not usually expected from high-performance sports cars, but the numbers are still useful for things like estimating fuel costs on a trip. For those considering the 2027 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray or the new Grand Sport, the upside is that the new 6.7-liter LS6 V8 does not appear to bring a major fuel-efficiency penalty despite the increase in horsepower, at least in Canada. According to GM Authority, Natural Resources Canada, which publishes fuel

Ford teased the new Bronco Filson a few weeks ago and has now fully revealed it. A more premium take on the rugged off-road SUV, the Ford Bronco Filson is a collaboration between the automaker and high-end outdoor brand, Filson. Ford says the SUV is a response to customer demand for a vehicle that matches the very best gear in their kit. Equipped with the Bronco Raptor’s V6, the capable Sasquatch Package, and an array of clever utility features, the Bronco Filson may just be the most desirable m

Theon Design specializes in restomods based on the 964-generation Porsche 911, and its latest, one of only six that will be built this year, is a brilliant blend of old-school restraint and modern enhancement. With a 4.0-liter naturally aspirated air-cooled flat-six developing 421 horsepower and a carbon fiber body contributing to a wet weight of 2,526 lbs (excluding the steel doors, retained for an old-school feel), Theon's latest commission has a power-to-weight ratio better than a contemporar

He Said... What? Lotus' CEO, Feng Qingfeng, was at a press conference in China. With a lot of eyes in the same room, he said something that might've been a little too controversial. According to Car News China, the quote went viral on Chinese social media. Feng stated that any sports car exceeding 3,968 lbs (1,800 kg) is mediocre. So does that mean that nearly all of Lotus' cars in its lineup thus far are "mediocre?" Probably not. The operative term here is "sports car," so we shouldn't count th

Can two struggling automakers make one powerhouse? That's the question China's BYD is asking in relation to Maserati, reports Automotive News, after BYD Executive Vice President Stella Li told reporters that brands like Maserati are "very interesting." Maserati Chief Operating Officer Santo Ficili has reiterated that Maserati is "not for sale," a drum Stellantis has been beating for ages to a skeptical audience. But we can see why such a move would make sense. The new Stellantis comeback plan pr

The Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator just can't catch a break. There's yet another recall on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website, and it's a serious one, affecting the safety of these popular family SUVs. The NHTSA says that the seat belt pretensioners in the front rows of the SUVs "may inadvertently lock the seat belt, which will not allow the belt to retract or extend." As a result, the seat belt may fail to restrain occupants as intended, which increases the risk o

It's not often that Subaru doesn't produce a dependable, reliable product, but the 2026 Forester has a problem. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has revealed that Subaru is recalling the newest version of the compact crossover because a glass panel could detach from the roof, affecting both the regular Forester and the hybrid variant. Should this happen, it could cause a hazard for other road users, potentially resulting in a crash. 69,663 examples are named in the recall, and

Waymo has decided to make driverless taxis a less daunting prospect with its Ojai (pronounced Oh-hai) robotaxi. On the outside, it’s just a boxy, blue minivan with a few sensors and automatic sliding doors, which open the portal to a far roomier cabin than its previous offerings or even Tesla’s Robotaxi can offer. In order not to alienate skeptical newbies on their maiden autonomously driven voyage, there’s still a steering wheel. Inside, the Ojai abandons the cramped, converted-car feel of earl

Top-Shelf German V8 The Mercedes-Benz M176 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 is the kind of engine you’ll find quietly doing its job in the brand’s priciest non-AMG models. S-Class, GLS, G-Class, Maybach S 580 – they all rely on this V8 for that effortless torque and smooth, confident acceleration you expect from a luxury flagship. For the most part, the M176 has built a reputation for reliability, though servicing isn’t exactly a simple task. That said, a 2018 Mercedes S560 with the M176 developed a rod

Slate Auto Bucks the Connected Trend Automakers are stuffing vehicles with constant internet connections and tracking devices. A startup based in Warsaw, Indiana, is taking the opposite approach with its new electric pickup truck. According to a report from the SAE Media Group, Slate Auto recently announced that its upcoming vehicle will exclude an embedded modem. This decision severs the data tether found in almost every other new car. Buyers looking to escape data brokers now have a serious co

When the words “Mansory” and “G-Class” appear in the same sentence, you already know the result is going to be polarizing. With their latest creation, the controversial German tuning house has outdone itself. Enter the Mansory P720, a "price on request" gold G-Wagon that somehow manages to make the standard six-figure luxury SUV look completely pedestrian by comparison. Mansory Th

Beijing's Ultra-Luxury Gamble in Moscow China's premier automotive brand is making an incredibly aggressive play for Russia's elite car buyers. With strict European sanctions completely cutting off legitimate dealer access to traditional German mainstays like the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and BMW 7 Series, wealthy local businessmen are hunting for alternative status symbols. According to a report from Autohome, Chinese state-owned FAW Group is capitalizing on this luxury vacuum by introducing the m

A Much-Needed Facelift We still remember the initial reactions towards the seventh-generation 7 Series. Just when we thought the facelifted sixth-gen model had a massive grille, we were all proven wrong in 2022. Couple that with the monolithic theme of the exterior, and there were, inevitably, violent reactions to it. More recently, the flagship sedan received a facelift, or rather, benefitted from one. Yes, there were still some negative comments about it, but there have been those saying it's

A Tariff Workaround Kia has kicked off US production of the Sportage Hybrid, and this shift could be just as important for the bottom line as it is for shoppers. The first Sportage Hybrid rolled out of Hyundai Motor Group’s Metaplant in Georgia on June 2, marking not only the first Kia-badged vehicle built there but also the first time the Sportage Hybrid is assembled in America. Up until now, every Sportage Hybrid came from South Korea, which meant a 15% US tariff right off the bat. By shifting

Dealerships, Beware Just over a week ago, we wrote about how the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has been cracking down on car dealerships across the nation. What's got the FTC so ticked off? Apparently, certain dealerships have been using dubious, borderline shady marketing and advertising tactics. At the time we wrote the previous report, it was disclosed that the FTC had issued warning letters to 97 dealerships under FTC review. Now, it seems the FTC is being more deliberate about it and has a

Hyundai has released its U.S. sales figures for May 2026, and the results show the vast difference in growth rates between various powertrains. While Hyundai’s overall May sales were up 3% year-over-year, EVs increased by 10% and hybrids by a substantial 90%. In fact, this was the best-ever month for Hyundai hybrid vehicles, with four hybrid models achieving record May sales. EVs have rebounded after a decline in sales following the scrapping of the federal tax credit last year, and the three-ro

The modern Land Rover Defender is beginning to show its age, with the L663 generation launching in 2019, and it's nearly time for a refresh inside and out. Land Rover USA's best-seller by far, the Defender is worthy of being its own brand with three models of the same name distinguished only by the length of their bodies, but it's a tricky vehicle to improve on. The Defender's shape is a brand of its own, and it seems JLR won't be doing too much to mess with it, as camouflage has only been deeme

Busted...Again As if there isn't enough AI slop littering the internet right now, companies are increasingly relying on generated images rather than letting actual creatives do the work. One such automaker is Stellantis, and it was caught using bad AI yet again. Getting caught once is embarrassing enough. A few months ago, Dodge and RAM posted 'throwback' photos of their vehicles on their socials, and it was obvious from the start that AI had been used to create the images. Indeed, the Dodge Neo

Signs of Life It's been far too long since the Pacifica had a companion in the lineup. For the longest time, Chrysler has been soldiering on with just one model, and no, we're not counting the discontinued Voyager as it was essentially a decontented Pacifica. It also doesn't help that the minivan is already about a decade old. However, efforts are underway to revitalize the once-proud marque. When Stellantis presented its Fastlane 2030 vision, there were plans for Chrysler to expand its lineup.

Honda Continues Sales Surge Driven by Core Models American Honda posted strong sales results for May 2026, outperforming the previous month's record by 18.58% and growing 9.95% compared to the same period last year. Total sales for the month reached 148,903 units, showing sustained momentum for both the Honda and Acura brands. This impressive growth proves that consumer demand for affordable, practical transportation remains incredibly high. The massive monthly surge was driven primarily by thre

The Resurrection of a Cinematic Icon The legendary Eleanor Mustang remains one of the most famous cars in cinema history. Inspired by the sleek lines of a 1967 Shelby GT500, this vehicle captured the hearts of car enthusiasts globally. The car became an instant cultural phenomenon after its starring role in the hit movie Gone in 60 Seconds. For decades, strict copyright restrictions legally blocked custom builders from using the Eleanor name or replicating the project. Now, a shift in the legal

The Subaru Impreza 22B was born collectible. Built in 1998 to mark Subaru's 40th anniversary and celebrate three back-to-back World Rally Championship constructors' titles, the 22B arrived already wearing legend status. It was the closest thing road users could get to the factory rally machines Colin McRae and Richard Burns were tearing up stages around the world, wearing those beefy, wide arches and a humongous rear wing. Now, one of only 16 examples earmarked for the UK market has surfaced on

Ready for Primetime While the first-ever Q9 has been grabbing headlines for Audi's crossover range, let's not forget that the company is also busy preparing the world premiere of the long-overdue third-generation Q7. In fact, it's the first to be revealed ahead of its now-bigger brother. There's no launch exact date for now, but Audi has revealed the first photo of the SUV. This indicates that we might not have to wait too long before we see it in the metal. That said, all the folks from Ingolst

V8 Power All The Way The Dodge Durango is not exactly a fresh face anymore. Its bones have been around for years, and in a market obsessed with downsized turbo engines and electrification, it continues to do things the old-school way. That, oddly enough, is exactly the point. For 2027, Dodge is giving its fans exactly what they’ve been asking for: HEMI V8s across the board. The company claims the Durango offers “the most horsepower per dollar among gas SUVs,” but the real story is that the formu

Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) has released sales results for May 2026, and it was a strong month for the Japanese brand. It sold a total of 39,066 vehicles, a 35% increase over May 2025. It was Mazda’s best sales month since July 2025, although year-to-date sales are still 6.9% lower than they were in 2025. There were a few surprising results from Mazda’s May sales: Mazda 3 and MX-5 sales surged, while the CX-5 wasn’t the brand’s top-selling model.  Mazda’s May Sales Results

It's a bad time for Ford's Maverick and Bronco Sport, which share a platform. After a recent recall fix allegedly failed to solve a stop-start system failure, leading to a lawsuit, a new recall from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration warns thousands of Bronco Sport and Maverick owners not to drive their vehicles or risk a serious crash. The affected models are the 2021-2026 Bronco Sport and the 2022-2026 Maverick, so there's a big spread, though only 4,653 units of both are affec