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New Model Year Updates Now Available The Dodge Charger is in a strange spot right now. It’s the brand’s halo muscle car, the face of Dodge performance, and arguably one of the boldest reinventions in the segment. But despite the noise around the new-generation Charger, it hasn’t exactly been flying out of dealer lots. For 2027, Dodge brings some updates to the Charger lineup, but the headline is really about pricing. Gasoline-powered SIXPACK models keep last year’s prices, but the Charger Dayton

Update: June 3 5:26 AM EST: The Storm Prediction Center has two active Severe Thunderstorm Watches running across the Northern Plains: Watch 270 covers 34+ counties across central and northern North Dakota (including Bismarck, Mandan, Jamestown, Minot, and Devils Lake) through 10 PM CDT, and Watch 269 covers western South Dakota, the Nebraska Panhandle, and southeastern Wyoming through 9 PM MDT. Active warnings have already fired inside both boxes, including an NWS Rapid City bulletin for ping p

If Rivian has its way, Level 4 autonomy, where a car can drive itself without any human input, is coming by around 2030, possibly even as soon as 2028. RJ Scaringe has spent years steering Rivian from a scrappy EV upstart to a serious force with over 42,000 R1s sold and a $5.8 billion tie-up with Volkswagen Group. He is not a man given to hyperbole. So when he says the people who think full self-driving is still ten years away are badly misjudging the pace of change, it lands differently than th

Reviving the Working Class Hero Tolman is steadily gaining a reputation for building and restoring classic performance cars in a truly special way. They reach out to our nostalgia rather than just chasing outright performance figures. Having recently made waves with high-profile projects like an exceptional Integra Type R, they have now unveiled their newest creation. This time, it has tackled the iconic Ford Escort XR3i. The Ford Escort XR3i arrived in the 1980s as a working-class hero. It brou

It's been rumored since the G87 launched, its existence was accidentally leaked, and now it's here: say hello to the first-ever all-wheel-drive BMW M2. The M2 was BMW M's best-seller last year, and for the 2027 model year, BMW is finally able to turn its compact sports car into an all-year-round companion that gives the driver confidence in the snow and ice, engaging the front axle when the rear wheels start to slip. The M xDrive system, with its electronically controlled multi-plate clutch, wor

The Workforce Automotive production has largely become automated in the past few years; this has streamlined processes and efficiency across plants all over the world. However, some things still require a human touch; thus, in the U.S., the human workforce remains a vital group for carmakers in production. Keeping the workforce happy is essential, as it ensures production lines run smoothly and on schedule; after all, any delay could disrupt car supply, which no brand wants. GM is under the spot

A Testarossa Like No Other The Ferrari Luce is taking flak for its design, so perhaps it needs a break for now, and let's turn our attention to another uniquely designed car: this one-of-one Testarossa 6x6. This is, however, not an in-house Ferrari build, but rather a project from Gas Monkey Garage, with Supercar Blondie visiting the shop for its first road test. Car builder Richard Rawlings and the team gave the Testarossa 6x6 the name F6, which is not far removed from Ferrari’s own naming styl

The Man, The Hypercar, and The Surprise Horacio Pagani is the undisputed maestro behind Pagani Automobili and the visionary creator of the legendary Zonda. A recent video features former racing driver Ben Collins wringing out the magnificent Pagani Huayra R Evo Roadster on the track. This highly exclusive track toy is a masterpiece of carbon fiber and titanium. It produces a staggering 900 horsepower and generates massive downforce for unbelievable cornering speeds. It represents the absolute pi

Why Aren't All Expensive Cars Crash Tested Independently? For the most part, sports and ultra-luxury cars don't undergo crash tests conducted by independent bodies. For starters, it's an expense for the manufacturer to send its cars to any New Car Assessment Program agency for evaluation. With the several types of tests to be made, that's already a number of cars the manufacturer could've sold. Of course, not all independent safety bodies receive a car for testing, but even when they do, it's st

Kia has released its U.S. sales results for May and the Korean brand has toppled multiple sales records in the process. The company’s previous retail, monthly, and year-to-date sales records were all broken in May, while four models achieved best-ever May sales. The fact that Kia achieved these records without the assistance of the affordable Soul crossover—which has been discontinued—is even more impressive. As the year approaches the halfway mark, the brand is on track for best-ever annual sal

Sustained Success McLaren is one of the most recognizable names in the business of supercars and racing. It was because of the latter that the former even exists, born first as a race team by legendary racing driver Bruce McLaren in the 60s. As a racing team, it had success in multiple disciplines in American road racing, European endurance racing, and its most famous endeavor, Formula 1. McLaren has produced multiple world champions, including James Hunt, Emerson Fittipaldi, Alain Prost, Nikki

Hyundai’s Hot-Seller The Hyundai Tucson is the brand’s most dependable volume mover. Whether buyers want a conventional gas crossover, a hybrid, or a plug-in hybrid, the Tucson covers a lot of ground. While a next-generation Tucson is already on the horizon, Hyundai doesn’t appear interested in letting the current Tucson quietly age into retirement just yet. Instead, Hyundai Motor America has decided to give the 2026 Tucson Hybrid lineup a bit more attention, expanding the range with new variant

Advancement of Time There was a time in American muscle car culture when the Big Block V8 was the king of engines. The bigger the displacement, the better the power and performance, but as the years have gone by, automakers have advanced engine technology, so engines no longer require as much displacement or big blocks to deliver massive V8 power. In fact, we're at the point where small V8s can now make incredible power, but one man's love of the Big Block led him to undertake a massive project.

Not Taking Chances As General Motors prepares to launch the next-generation Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra, the automaker is placing greater emphasis on engine reliability following issues affecting the outgoing 6.2-liter L87 V8. According to GM Authority, GM is aiming for “higher levels of quality and durability from the outset.” The L87 is GM's flagship gasoline engine and is also used in models such as the GMC Yukon and Cadillac Escalade. However, reliability concerns that prompted recall

A multi-day severe weather episode is targeting a five-state stretch of the Northern Plains today, Tuesday June 2, 2026, with the Weather Prediction Center holding a Slight Risk (Level 2/5) for both Tuesday and Wednesday across Montana, Wyoming, the Dakotas, and western Minnesota. The setup carries credible 90 mph wind potential and 2-inch hail. Peak Driving Danger Window The most dangerous window runs from roughly 5 PM MDT Tuesday through 2 AM CDT Wednesday, as initial high-terrain supercells i

Street Trucks Without the Mild-Hybrid System Ford kicked things off with the Maverick Lobo and then the V8-powered F-150 Lobo, but Stellantis responded with something that makes a lot more noise: the 2027 Ram 1500 Rumble Bee lineup. The highlight is the Rumble Bee SRT, a 777-horsepower supercharged truck that channels the old Ram SRT10 more than any special-edition trim. There are also naturally aspirated Hemi options, with a 395-hp 5.7-liter and a 470-hp 6.4-liter 392 in the mix. At the reveal,

Violent Corvette Rollover Whether you love it or hate it, the Corvette C8 redefined what an American sports car could be. The vehicle remains loud and features boldly unapologetic styling. Despite recent price hikes, the car still undercuts many high-end rivals. This aggressive pricing strategy puts incredible performance into the hands of eager buyers. Unfortunately, one driver might have pushed their car too much on a recent Thursday afternoon. A violent rollover crash occurred on Friant Road

Keeping it Fresh Believe it not, the current-gen Accord is now three years old. If one were to follow Honda's product life cycles, it's just about ready to receive its first facelift. A recent report in Japan appears to support that, as it's been said that the updated model is coming soon. That claim was made by motoring publication Motor-Fan. It also said that some dealers have opened reservation books for the midsize sedan. Exact changes are yet to be determined, though this suggests the Ameri

Rolls-Royce has announced Spectre Series II, a comprehensive refresh of its first series-production electric car that adds meaningful range, more power, and an expanded Bespoke menu without touching the fastback silhouette that made the original a critical darling. The headline figures are the ones that matter to anyone who has actually lived with an EV. Re-engineered battery cell technology lifts WLTP range by 18 percent to 390 miles (628 km), while charging times drop by 14 percent. Standard S

Two customers have filed a class action lawsuit against Volkswagen due to issues with the ID.4 electric SUV’s battery. The SUV was previously recalled for a fire risk linked to misaligned battery electrodes, and owners had to take precautions that included not charging the vehicle overnight. The plaintiffs claim that these and other inconveniences related to the battery have left them with a vehicle that can’t be used as intended or advertised. Here’s everything we know about the prior recalls a

The Rolls-Royce Spectre EV was launched toward the end of 2023, but the Goodwood-based automaker has already seen fit to launch a Series II, and unlike the Cullinan S2, Rolls-Royce hasn't fiddled with the looks aside from adding a new color. Instead, it's enhanced the capability of the car, with revised cell technology giving it 18 percent more range (390 miles on the WLTP cycle, or roughly 308 miles on the EPA cycle), quicker charging times (down 14 percent), and more power with the Black Badge

The Best Driver Engagement Gimmick So Far This could be the best and most hilarious driver engagement gimmick we've seen so far, and it comes from Toyota, of all brands. Nowadays, automakers are pumping in fake engine noise, playing with torque delivery, and giving performance EVs "modes" that drivers can play around with to simulate the feel of a traditional combustion engine. Artificial is the word that comes to mind here, and while some are better gimmicks than others, like the Hyundai Ioniq

Adventure Sells Crossovers and SUVs with off-road packages have become one of the hottest segments in the industry, so it is easy to see why more automakers want in. Mitsubishi hopped on the trend last year with the Outlander Trail Edition, but since it was limited mostly to styling changes, it has not received the same attention as rivals like the Toyota RAV4 Woodland and Hyundai Santa Fe XRT. But according to Australia’s CarSales, Mitsubishi may be considering a more serious contender with the

Just Around the Corner BMW definitely isn't throttling back with the new car launches. With 40 new models planned within the next two years, the company will be very busy indeed. The company does have momentum behind it following a barrage of new car launches, but the push should help sustain that growth. One crucial model that's just about ready to be revealed is the next-generation X5. As it and the X3 are practically neck and neck in U.S sales, it's important that BMW gets it right. That'll b

Bentley has just taken the wraps off the new Flying Spur sedan, with changes both under the skin and to it. For the first time since 1962, a Bentley sedan doesn't have dual headlamps on either side of its grille, making the 2027 Flying Spur look more like the Continental with which it shares a powertrain. The Crewe-based company has also mildly altered the bodywork at the front, on the sides, and at the rear, but the headline detail is that, thanks to the High-Performance Hybrid powertrain, powe

The GR Corolla Was Already Serious, But Toyota Wanted More For something that still wears the Corolla badge, the Toyota GR Corolla is never a sensible commuter. Underneath the familiar hatchback shape sits a rally-inspired all-wheel-drive system, a punchy turbocharged three-cylinder engine, and enough attitude to remind you this isn’t your typical Corolla econobox. With around 300 horsepower on tap, a six-speed manual, and a chassis that likes being worked hard, the GR Corolla is worthy of respe

Generating Buzz Even before the final unit rolled off the assembly line, there were already those asking Mitsubishi whether the Pajero and Montero would ever come back. For years, the company said it would think about it, and at times it said it wouldn't be returning at all. Five years after production first stopped, here is Mitsubishi yet again building up hype for the return of the Pajero and Montero. It was a relatively brief hiatus, all things considered, but it's one that has people, especi