The New BMW X5
The fifth generation of the BMW X5 has been unveiled, combining five different drive system technologies with the design language and innovations of the Neue Klasse. The new BMW X5 is the first model from the brand to come to…
BMW Group Completes $1.7 Billion U.S. Investment and Unveils New BMW X5
The BMW Group has completed a $1.7 billion investment in its South Carolina operations, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to the United States. The company celebrated the occasion at the "Home of X" event, where it also premiered…
That’s Amore: Thousands Rally In Rome On Two Wheels For Vespa’s 80th Anniversary
To celebrate Vespa's 80th anniversary, an estimated 25,000 Vespa owners, known as Vespisti, from 67 countries gathered in Rome for a massive rally. The event showcased a wide range of Vespa models, including the rare Vespa 98, which was the…
Semi-Truck vs. Full Truck: What’s the Difference?
The difference between a semi-truck and a full truck (also called a box truck or straight truck) comes down to how their cargo space is structured. A semi-truck is designed to pull cargo loaded into a separate trailer that’s only…
Here’s How Much a 2021 Honda Accord Has Lost in Value So Far
Honda’s reputation for strong resale value holds true with the 2021 Accord, which has proven remarkably resilient against depreciation. According to Kelley Blue Book (KBB), the base LX trim retains 76% of its original value after five years, far outpacing…
You Can Paint Carbon Fiber Car Parts Yourself—But Only If You Do It Properly
Carbon fiber’s exposed weave gives cars an exotic look, but painting it isn’t as simple as spraying a can of rattle-can paint. The material’s epoxy-resin surface is smooth and semi-glossy, which means paint won’t stick without serious prep work. The…
Readers Cook Up Brutally Honest Car Brand Slogans
Car companies spend millions crafting slick slogans to lure buyers, but readers just served up the unfiltered truth. Mazda’s "Zoom Zoom" might evoke the Miata’s spirit, but Cadillac’s late-’90s Catera campaign with "The Caddy that zigs" promised more agility than…
New California incentive slashes $3,500 off first-time EV buyers’ sticker price
California is rolling out a $3,500 instant rebate for first-time electric-vehicle buyers, funded jointly by the state and automakers. The program, part of a $135.5 million budget deal, applies the discount at the point of sale—no post-purchase tax-credit paperwork required.…
Japan’s L0 Series Maglev Holds the Record for Fastest Passenger Train Ever Built at a Verified 375 mph
Japan’s Central Japan Railway Company (JR Central) L0 Series maglev train holds the Guinness World Record for the fastest passenger train ever built, achieving a verified top speed of 375 mph (603 kph) in 2015. However, this record-breaking run was…
Air Products abandons $4.5bn Louisiana hydrogen project, takes $2.9bn write-down
Air Products and Chemicals Inc. has scrapped its Louisiana Clean Energy Complex, a planned multibillion-dollar hydrogen and carbon capture project, citing financial returns that failed to meet its internal criteria. The company will record a pretax charge of up to…