AMG Won’t Reveal When Its V8 Returns, But You Should Stay Tuned
After years of downsizing engines, Mercedes-AMG is reversing its plan with a reworked twin-turbo V8. The new engine will debut in the limited-run Mercedes-AMG CLE Mythos and is also set to feature in the regular CLE and AMG G63. An…
BMW X5 and BMW iX5 Long Wheelbase: China-exclusive models unveiled for 2027
BMW has confirmed two China-exclusive variants of its X5 and iX5 SUVs, both featuring a stretched wheelbase and tailored tech for the local market. The new Long Wheelbase models debut a 130mm longer wheelbase than global X5/iX5 versions, stretching the…
Here’s How Much a 2021 Mercedes-Maybach S580 Has Depreciated in Five Years
The 2021 Mercedes-Maybach S580, launched in 2020 as part of the seventh-generation S-Class, remains the flagship of Mercedes’ ultra-luxury lineup—a rolling testament to the legacy of Wilhelm Maybach. Under its hood sits a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 churning out 496 horsepower,…
Maro Engel takes DTM championship lead at Oschersleben
Maro Engel has seized the DTM drivers’ championship lead after the Oschersleben double-header, capping a dominant weekend for Mercedes-AMG. The German ace, driving the Mercedes-AMG GT3 #80 for Team RAVENOL, started fifth on Saturday and converted that into a third-place…
Hungarian Grand Prix 2026 – Sunday
The Hungarian Grand Prix 2026 delivered a thrilling race in Budapest, marked by relentless overtaking and strategic masterstrokes. Kimi Antonelli secured a podium finish in third place, while George Russell fought back to seventh after a disastrous start. Both drivers…
9 Ways Industry Experts Are Teaching Dealers How to Extract More Money from You
Car buying in the U.S. follows a script so consistent it feels like every dealership owner attended the same seminar. Behind the regional upgrades to waiting lounges and digital retailing tools, the core playbook hasn’t changed: sell the car, then…
Nearly a Third of Americans Are Upside-Down on Car Loans, Owing Over $6,800 in Negative Equity on Average
A staggering 30% of American car owners are now underwater on their auto loans, carrying an average negative equity of $6,884, according to new data from Edmunds. The trend reflects a toxic mix of soaring new-car prices, stretched loan terms,…
How Temperature Changes Affect Your Tire Pressure (PSI) — And Why It Matters
Cold weather doesn’t just make you shiver—it shrinks the air inside your tires, causing a drop in PSI that can quietly compromise safety and cost you money. When temperatures plummet from 90°F to 70°F overnight, tire pressure typically falls by…
Ford’s Thriftpower inline-six powered the Falcon, Mustang, and Bronco for 24 years
Before Ford’s turbocharged EcoBoost four-cylinder engines became the brand’s go-to entry-level powertrains, the rugged Ford Thriftpower inline-six did the heavy lifting for decades. Introduced in 1960 under the hood of the compact Falcon, this cast-iron six-cylinder engine started life as…
Do Sunshades Actually Keep Your Parked Car Cooler?
It’s common sense: a sunshade in your windshield should block heat, just like blinds in a home. But how much cooler can it really make your car? A 1988 study by the University of Central Florida’s Solar Energy Center tested…