The US new-car market is still punishing wallets in 2026. Despite a growing roster of sub-$25,000 models and forecasts of cheaper cars ahead, average transaction prices for subcompact and compact SUVs hit record highs in May 2026, according to Kelley…
Spanish elastomer specialist Dynasol Elastomeros is spearheading the development of new high-flow hydrogenated thermoplastic elastomers as part of its ‘HFLOWTPE project’. The initiative targets improved processing properties, enhanced flow characteristics, and superior mechanical performance for higher-value applications. The project centers…
New car registrations in the European Union climbed 3.2% year-on-year to 955,013 units in May, according to ACEA data. Year-to-date demand increased 4% to just under 4.75 million units, signaling a strong start to 2026 despite ongoing geopolitical headwinds. The…
Japanese automotive supplier Toyoda Gosei has taken a strategic leap beyond its traditional boundaries by investing in ElevationSpace Inc., a Tohoku University spin-out focused on returnable small satellites. The move underscores Toyoda Gosei’s push to diversify amid what it describes…
Mercedes-AMG’s M139 inline-four has earned bragging rights as the world’s most powerful production four-cylinder engine, but that technical triumph hasn’t translated into customer enthusiasm. The 2.0-liter turbocharged unit debuted in 2019 with up to 416 horsepower in its non-hybrid form,…
A 1992 Honda Accord LX with 213,624 miles is listed for $4,999 on Craigslist in San Diego, California. This fifth-generation Accord represents an era when sedans like the Accord and Toyota Camry dominated the market before SUVs and crossovers took…
The automotive world is buzzing over a brutal question: what features would you ditch to slash the price of a new car? The debate flared after Slate Auto’s upcoming ultra-cheap electric truck was revealed—priced under $25,000, it’s set to become…
Former Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn, currently a fugitive facing financial allegations, has weighed in on investor calls for his return to the automaker. In an interview with Reuters, Ghosn framed the push as a rational reaction to years of failed…
Jalopnik asked its readers to share their worst car sleeping experiences, and the responses ranged from camping overnight to childhood naps in the backseat. One reader shared a story about sleeping in a Ford Pinto with a Great Dane, two…
Pikes Peak International Hill Climb is a relentless 12.42-mile gauntlet of 156 turns that punishes even the most prepared drivers. No amount of simulator practice, corner memorization, or race-day strategy can fully prepare you for the mountain’s ever-changing conditions. A…