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The EV Lamborghini That Quietly Changed Direction The Lamborghini Lanzador was supposed to be the brand’s next big move. When it debuted as a concept at Monterey Car Week over two years ago, it stood out as a raised 2+2 grand tourer – something that didn’t fit the mold of the Urus or Lamborghini’s usual supercars. It sat higher than a coupe but wasn’t quite an SUV, and it promised over 1,000 horsepower from electric motors, plus enough practicality to make the rear seats useful. But that plan ha

The Name Everyone Wants Following Lotus' press release outlining its renewed multi-powertrain strategy under Focus 2030, Automotive News sat down with Lotus CEO Feng Qingfeng to learn more about the plan. The interview covered several changes to the company's powertrain strategy, although Qingfeng still declined to confirm whether the upcoming supercar will carry the Esprit name. The Esprit was the last Lotus model powered by a V8 engine, ending production in 2004. Now that a new V8 hybrid power

Who is Belassi? For readers who also delve into the world of watercraft, Belassi should be a familiar name. For those who aren't, it specializes in marine vehicles and powertrains. More specifically, it builds hypercrafts, essentially superbikes for the water. Yes, we know the name of this website is Autoblog, but we can't help but admire the engineering that goes into powertrains and hypercrafts. You have to admit, a company that builds three-cylinder engines with much more power than a Toyota

Proper Legislation One unique aspect of the United States is that each state can implement its own laws and rules. This has given brands the opportunity to offer a range of products and services as long as they adhere to the rules and regulations. This has played a significant role in the implementation of new transport and automotive services, particularly self-driving taxis, which can drive themselves. Some states, like California, Arizona, and Nevada, already had legislation allowing self-dri

The Fight For The Perfect Ride When Lexus introduced the eighth-generation ES last year, not everyone was impressed. Some argued that the design looked too futuristic and not particularly “Lexus-like,” while others were unhappy to see the V6 dropped in favor of electrified options. Interestingly, however, neither of those issues sparked the most debate during the car’s development. Instead, according to CarScoops, the suspension setup became one of the most heavily debated aspects of the project

The Pricing Plunge When the Tesla Cybertruck finally hit the streets in late 2023, early adopters were willing to pay astronomical premiums to get behind the wheel. As Doug DeMuro points out in his latest video, the initial Foundation Series models carried a sticker price of around $100,000. Crazed buyers quickly flipped these stainless steel beasts on auction sites like Cars & Bids for upwards of $150,000. Today, the landscape looks drastically different. It's still quite a capable truck, b

Moving to Electric According to data from Edmunds, the shift from gas to electric has increased from 67.1% in January this year to 72.1% in April; this is the rate at which EV buyers are trading in their gasoline-powered vehicles, even without federal tax incentives. The increase suggests that more and more people are making the switch, and a sustained rise over the next few months will indicate a significant shift in the market towards electric power.

Nissan has issued a recall for over 50,000 Kicks crossovers due to driver’s display screens that could go blank. If this happens, the driver won’t have visibility over vehicle speed and other crucial information, which could result in the vehicle being operated in an unsafe state. Nissan first became aware of the issue in February 2025, and following a supplier analysis, decided to initiate a voluntary recall. When the issue occurs, the vehicle may fail to meet a Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Sta

The Humble (and Reliable) Stick Shift Manual gearboxes still have one big advantage over modern transmissions: they keep things simple. At heart, a stick shift is mostly metal and gears. There’s no digital trickery, no software second-guessing your choices, and usually, fewer wallet-draining surprises when something breaks. This simplicity is why manual transmissions continue to enjoy a reputation for durability. Keep them filled with fluid, avoid abuse, and many will outlast the rest of the car

The M3 Every Bimmer Fan Asked For If there was ever a modern BMW M car designed squarely for gearheads, the BMW M3 CS Handschalter might be it. It feels like a final love letter to real drivers, complete with a manual gearbox, rear-wheel drive, less weight, and a sharper chassis setup. If money were no object, this is the kind of car I would buy and quietly save for a permanent garage spot. BMW calls the M3 CS Handschalter the final chapter for the sixth-generation M3, and the specs back that up

Kia has been hit with a class action lawsuit related to repeated failures of the Telluride SUV’s digital instrument panel. Filed in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, the lawsuit states that some owners have experienced failures of the display that Kia dealers have been unable to fix. Since this screen displays critical information and warning lights, it’s a safety risk when it goes blank. Here’s what we know about the defect that’s been plaguing several Telluride ow

One More Refresh Despite automakers like Chevrolet moving away from sedans in favor of crossovers and SUVs due to stronger demand in the U.S., Kia continues to compete in the segment with models like the K4 and K5 – and it appears the company plans to keep doing so. According to a report from The Korean Car Blog, the K5 is expected to receive a second facelift for 2027. The publication shared renders of the updated model courtesy of Gotcha Cars. Based on the images, the upcoming K5 could adopt a

BMW revealed the Vision BMW ALPINA at the 2026 Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este, a one-of-one design study that does something rare in an industry drowning in aggressive concepts and neon lighting: it whispers. At 5,200 mm (roughly 204 inches) long, the Vision BMW ALPINA is enormous. It is a four-seat, V8-powered grand tourer with a raked coupé roofline, 22-inch front and 23-inch rear wheels wearing Alpina's signature 20-spoke design, and the kind of restrained confidence that makes a Bentley Co

Advanced Driving It seems that no matter how well-researched, tested, and developed autonomous driving technology is, people remain cautious about it. Automotive safety regulators have always been on the fence about this particular aspect of modern automotive technology, highlighting the grey area between trusting the car's capabilities 100% and determining who is liable if an accident occurs. Most will argue that the carmaker is liable, or even the driver in some cases, but we've all seen that

"The Kings of the F-150" Velocity Parts & Performance sat down for an interview with That Racing Channel (TRC) to talk shop. Russell Guerrera has been working on F-150s for a long time now. It started with his very own 2001 Ford Lightning, but his roots date back to his formative years, tinkering around with RC cars and making them faster. He brought the same energy into his car, modifying and tuning it to go faster. He did work at NASA at one point in his life, but because he was so good a

Fuel prices have surged to their highest level since mid-2022, with petroleum analysts warning we could yet see record highs if the Trump administration can’t find a way to end its war with Iran anytime soon. With the vital Strait of Hormuz effectively shut down, fuel shortages are mounting on a global scale. But while the U.S. has plenty of its own petroleum, pump prices have sti

Tommykaira Revived the ZZ EV? This is a look into what might have been, a facelifted Tommykaira ZZ EV. Back in 2021, the Japanese boutique automaker discontinued the electric sports car, leaving it wide-eyed and without a plan for the future. First debuting in 2014, the EV version of the ZZ made a bit of noise, especially since the prospect of the Tesla Roadster was still kinda up in the air. This Japanese roadster would eventually live until 2021 and hasn't seen a new update since. Tommykaira

It’s safe to say that Dodge had some of the most interesting product announcements at Stellantis’ Investor Day 2026 event in Auburn Hills last week: the SRT Copperhead halo car, the GLH hot hatch, and the new Charger Hellcat muscle car. The mysterious SRT Copperhead, named after a 1997 concept car (pictured above) that envisioned a slimmed-down, V6-powered version of the Viper, arguably caused the most buzz of all the new vehicles announced last week, mainly because it came out of nowhere but al

A Design That Divided Opinions Ferrari’s first all-electric model, the Luce, is now out, but instead of celebrating the milestone, much of the conversation has centered on its design. As criticism continues over the EV’s styling – created by chief designer Flavio Manzoni with input from former Apple designer Jony Ive and Marc Newson – YouTuber TheSketchMonkey said he “couldn’t help” himself and reimagined the Luce with his own spin on the current design. While TheSketchMonkey praised the Luce’s

The Next Generation Of Speed The Tesla Model S Plaid wowed the automotive world when it debuted, redefining EV performance with its explosive acceleration and instant torque. While the model is now being discontinued, a new wave of high-performance EVs has emerged, with the Lucid Air Sapphire arguably serving as the benchmark among production electric sedans, excluding hypercars. Chevrolet, meanwhile, continues to push the Corvette to new heights. Its most extreme version yet, the ZR1X, is takin

A 911 Shooting Brake At first, it was a rendering, and the idea was toyed with by many graphic artists and brands over the years, but Porsche has yet to surprise us in this era. Because the engine is in the rear, a shooting-brake 911 just doesn't make sense, but that didn't stop this aftermarket brand from creating one. Now, I want to pose a question here: Has Indecent gone too far with this Porsche 911 Shooting Brake? Hailing from Poland, Indecent takes creativity to the extreme with Porsche,

Toyota has officially launched the latest Hilux in Japan, bringing the popular pickup truck back to its home market with a wide range of factory-backed accessories available. Positioned as a rival to mid-size pickups like the Ford Ranger, the Hilux is similar in spirit to the Tacoma and has built a global reputation for toughness and reliability over decades. Japan only gets the dual-cab 4WD version of the ninth-generation Hilux, split into two trims, namely Z and Z Adventure. Modellista Or Gazo

A Beijing court held its first hearing last week in a lawsuit brought by 10 Tesla owners who say the company sold them a lie. The plaintiffs are seeking more than $583,000 in damages, arguing Tesla's FSD system does not deliver the capabilities implied by the company's marketing. What makes the timing especially awkward is that just a week before the hearing, Tesla quietly renamed its Full-Self Driving system "Tesla Assisted Driving" in the Chinese market, a smoking gun if there ever was one.

BMW M has done something that, frankly, nobody expected from a company that spent the last five years telling us the future is electric and the kidney grille is fine. They built a manual, rear-wheel-drive M3 CS. Not a watered-down special edition with a badge and a plaque. A proper, lightweight, track-tuned, 473 hp, three-pedal, rear-drive farewell to the sixth-generation M3, which reads as a letter BMW M wrote to every forum poster who has been yelling into the void since 2018. It is called the

An EV Ally Steps Forward While fellow Japanese marques Toyota and Honda already have entries in the electric vehicle market with the bZ and Prologue, respectively, Mitsubishi has yet to launch one in the modern EV era, but the automaker has plans in motion. In overseas markets, Mitsubishi has partnered with Foxtron, a Taiwanese automotive company backed by iPhone manufacturer Foxconn, to develop EVs. While Foxtron's first Mitsubishi-developed EV has yet to launch, the company has already reveale

There was a time when automotive interiors made sense: you climbed into a car, reached for a knob, twisted it, and suddenly cold air blasted directly into your face like nature intended. If you wanted heated seats, you pushed a button. If you wanted to change the radio station, there was an actual radio knob. Now? Now I need to navigate three menus, two submenus, and possibly acce

After Canada decided to lower import tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles earlier this year, a move that was met with swift criticism and alarm from the United States, it was only a matter of time before the USA retaliated. Everyone expected the U.S. to play hardball during the renegotiation of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), and that’s what reportedly happened during the first round of negotiations. Canada wasn’t even included in the talks held in Mexico City this week betwee