This Stunning Mercedes-Benz 190 Evo II Restomod Packs 765 Horsepower
Italian boutique firm Vespera Automobili has unveiled the Iride Evo 5, a carbon-fiber restomod of the legendary Mercedes-Benz 190 EVO II that blends retro cues with modern supercar performance. The body is entirely hand-built from carbon fiber, with the track…
U.S. slaps sanctions on Iranian ‘extortion network’ controlling Hormuz shipping
The U.S. Treasury Department on July 29, 2026 sanctioned two Iranian companies and eight shadow-fleet operators it accused of running an extortion network that forces commercial vessels to buy maritime “insurance” before transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The penalties target…
U.S. and Iran remain locked in deadlock over Strait of Hormuz as conflict drags on
The United States and Iran remain deadlocked over control of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil and liquefied natural gas shipments, with no breakthrough in sight despite ongoing indirect talks. The impasse has persisted even after…
Walmart jumps into EV charging with nationwide rollout, outpacing rivals
Retail giant Walmart has rapidly expanded into the electric-vehicle charging business, opening 46 high-speed stations with 380 cords through June 2026 and positioning itself as a major competitor in the sector. The buildout leverages Walmart’s nationwide store footprint—now spanning about…
BMW rolls out voluntary buyouts to slash 8,000 jobs globally amid China sales slump
BMW has struck a deal with German worker representatives to offer voluntary severance packages as part of a global workforce reduction of about 8,000 employees—roughly 5% of its total workforce. The cuts, which will be concentrated in Germany, target roles…
Senators Introduce SAFE Act to Target Chameleon Carriers
US Senators Todd Young and Andy Kim have introduced the Safety and Accountability in Freight Enforcement (SAFE) Act, a Senate companion to a House bill targeting chameleon carriers. The legislation directs the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to study…
China’s New Zeekr 9X Super Hybrid SUV Takes Aim at German Luxury Titans
Zeekr has unveiled the 9X, a full-size luxury plug-in hybrid SUV designed to challenge Europe’s established premium brands with a blend of Chinese tech and Swedish design. The flagship model rides on Geely’s SEA-S platform and is powered by a…
Oil prices surge after Iran war pause collapses
Global oil prices surged on Tuesday after a brief lull in the Iran war was shattered by fresh missile strikes, pushing Brent crude up $3.71 to $85.79 per barrel and U.S. benchmark crude up $3.78 to $83.04. The rebound followed…
World’s Biggest Car Carrier Left Shanghai With Enough Teslas To Stretch 22 Miles
A Chinese car carrier, the Glovis Nova, has set a national record for electric vehicles shipped in one voyage, carrying 7,738 Teslas from Shanghai to Zeebrugge in Belgium. The ship, which can carry up to 10,800 vehicles at once, is…
The Throttle Stop – August 2026 – Dog Days
As summer reaches its peak, the author reflects on the freedom and excitement that comes with the season. With longer days and more opportunities to ride, the author recounts their childhood memories of building dirt jumps and hitching rides to…