Marcus Webb 
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has tightened its “Top Safety Pick+” criteria for 2026, demanding even higher standards for pedestrian and backseat passenger protection. Despite the elevated bar, 45 vehicles earned the top award this year, with SUVs…
Koenigsegg’s Jesko Absolut just shattered the quarter-mile record for non-EV production cars after a simple over-the-air software update. The twin-turbo 5.0-liter V8 hypercar, making 1,600 horsepower on E85 fuel, now clocks a blistering 8.54 seconds at 190 mph in the…
The difference between manufacturer-installed (OEM) turbos and aftermarket turbos goes beyond their origin. Quality control, warranty, and after-sales care are significant factors. OEM turbos are covered under the automaker’s warranty, while aftermarket parts have varying warranties and build qualities. Price…
The 78th running of the CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa kicks off today at 16:30 under a brutal 35 °C heatwave that will test every element of the endurance classic. Mercedes-AMG Motorsport rolls out eleven GT3 cars across PRO, BRONZE,…
A new study from MIT has dismantled the viral social media claim that electric vehicles (EVs) are secretly worse for the planet than gas-powered cars. Using data from every U.S. zip code, researchers found that battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) consistently produce…
George Russell secured the pole position for the Austrian Grand Prix on Sunday, while Kimi Antonelli will start from fourth place. This is George’s eleventh pole position in his career and the first time he will start from the first…
Replacing worn suspension bushings is a critical maintenance task that keeps ride quality smooth, steering responsive, and driving safe. When bushings degrade, expect clunking noises and a rougher ride—clear signs your suspension needs attention. While a hydraulic shop press makes…
NASA’s Vehicle Assembly Building (VAB) at Kennedy Space Center in Florida is one of the most colossal structures ever built, and it’s still the backbone of America’s space program. Originally constructed to assemble the towering Saturn V rockets that powered…
Spirit Airlines, once the fastest-growing airline in America, has ceased operations after a series of events triggered by both the Biden and Trump administrations. In 2014, Spirit was adding planes to its fleet, new routes to its itineraries, and committing…
The U.S. trucking market has flipped to a carrier-led recovery after nearly four years of depressed freight rates, with spot and contract rates climbing sharply. The rebound is driven by shrinking capacity—not rising freight demand—due to stricter federal enforcement on…