EPA Proposes End to DEF Derates, Receives Mixed Reception
The Environmental Protection Agency has proposed eliminating diesel exhaust fluid-related engine derates, replacing them with visual or audible notifications. This move is part of the Trump administration's broader effort to revise Biden-era NOx regulations, aiming to reduce downtime and keep…
The Feds Might Let Robotaxis Skip The Steering Wheel
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is considering removing the requirement for traditional brake pedals and steering wheels in robotaxis. NHTSA administrator Jonathan Morrison stated that it doesn't make sense for vehicles designed to be fully autonomous to have…
US budget deficit balloons to $1.37 trillion as tariff refunds surge after Supreme Court ruling
The US federal budget deficit widened 2% to $1.37 trillion in the first nine months of fiscal 2026, Treasury Department data showed on July 13, 2026. The shortfall for June alone hit $120 billion, reversing a months-long narrowing trend driven…
Mercedes-AMG Motorsport celebrates 1,000th overall victory in customer racing program
Mercedes-AMG Motorsport has hit a historic milestone, securing its 1,000th overall victory since launching its customer racing program in 2010. The landmark triumph came at the Ultimate GT Sprint Cup, where French driver Vincent Iogna and KRT Racing dominated the…
Mercedes-Benz expands Kecskemét plant in Hungary and launches new electric C-Class production
Mercedes-Benz has doubled the production area of its Kecskemét plant in Hungary, transforming it into one of the largest facilities in the company’s global manufacturing network. The expansion increases the site’s footprint from 200 to 440 hectares, making it Hungary’s…
Pirelli Scorpion XC Mid Hard Tire Review: Dirt-First, Street-Legal
The Pirelli Scorpion XC Mid Hard is a DOT-approved knobby tire designed for off-road riding, with consistent performance, good wear characteristics, and solid resistance to cuts and pinches. It's a strong choice for riders who spend most of their time…
China’s car fleet is under 7 years old on average—America’s is nearly 13—giving its 2030 EV push a major advantage
China’s aggressive push to electrify its roads is getting a tailwind from the age of its car fleet. The average vehicle on Chinese roads is under seven years old, according to the latest figures from the Chinese Ministry of Public…
Trump’s Jones Act waiver renewal stokes fierce debate over long-term maritime policy
A bitter lobbying war has erupted between energy companies and maritime advocates over whether President Donald Trump should extend a 150-day waiver of the century-old Jones Act, which mandates that vessels transporting cargo between U.S. ports must be built, owned,…
Iran shipped 57 million barrels of crude oil during brief U.S. blockade gap
Iran exported at least 57 million barrels of crude oil—roughly 2.2 million barrels per day—during a temporary easing of U.S. naval blockades on Iranian shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. The gap between blockades allowed Tehran to ramp up exports…
Buyer Sues Ford Over $1.3 Billion Tariff Refund He Says He’s Owed A Cut Of
A California resident, Jason Bullock, has filed a lawsuit against Ford in federal court in Michigan, arguing that customers who paid inflated prices for their vehicles due to tariffs should receive refunds if Ford gets billions back from overturned import…