Here’s Another China-Only VW SUV The West Desperately Needs
Volkswagen has unveiled the ID.Era 8X, a new range-extender SUV that’s set to launch exclusively in China—despite its potential appeal in overseas markets. The ID.Era 8X shares its design language with the larger ID.Era 9X, featuring a modern look with…
BYD Chairman Aims to Overtake Toyota in Sales Within Five Years
BYD's chairman, Wang Chuanfu, has declared the company's ambition to become the world's largest automaker within five years, surpassing giants like Toyota and Volkswagen Group. This bold proclamation was made during the company's annual shareholder meeting in Shenzhen. A key…
Ford’s $30,000 electric truck spotted testing—it’s shockingly small
Ford has been caught testing a new electric pickup in Long Beach, California, and it’s a radical departure from the hulking modern trucks that dominate the market. The prototype, cloaked in camouflage and cladding, is tiny—closer in size to the…
Ned Jarrett’s Hall of Fame NASCAR Career Started with a Bad Check
NASCAR Hall of Famer Ned Jarrett, known as "Gentleman Ned" for his calm demeanor and sportsmanship, passed away last week at the age of 93. His illustrious career as a driver and broadcaster nearly didn't happen due to his unconventional…
Nissan buries five Easter eggs in the 2027 Z, starting with the front end
Nissan has embedded five heritage-inspired Easter eggs in the 2027 Z, rewarding fans who know the model’s history. The most visible change is a split grille up front, designed to echo the original S30-generation 240Z. Nissan’s product planners kept the…
2027 Nissan Z packs five retro Easter eggs for true enthusiasts
Nissan has embedded five heritage-inspired design cues into the 2027 Z, rewarding long-time fans of the iconic sports car. The most striking update is a split grille at the front, designed to mirror the original S30-generation 240Z’s iconic face. Nissan…
Michelin Gets the Credit for Radial Tires, But This Inventor Beat Them by 30 Years
The story of the radial tire is usually told as a French triumph, with Michelin at the center of the narrative. The French giant did indeed perfect and commercialize the radial design in the late 1940s, but the concept itself…
Almost Every 240SX Got Drifted To Death — This 9,500-Mile One Didn’t
A 1996 Nissan 240SX SE with just 9,500 miles has hit the market, making it one of the lowest-mileage S14 models left in the U.S. This survivor is a rare find: a mostly stock 240SX that has avoided the fate…
Toyota Prius vs. Camry Hybrid: MPG Showdown Revealed
With gasoline prices hovering near four-year highs, fuel efficiency has become a top priority for buyers shopping for a new car. Toyota, which commands nearly half the hybrid market in the U.S., offers two strong contenders: the Prius hatchback and…
UAW And Dauch Reach Tentative Agreement To End Strike Threatening GM Production
The United Auto Workers (UAW) union has reached a tentative agreement with the Dauch Corporation, formerly known as American Axle, to end a strike that threatened General Motors (GM) production. The strike, which involved nearly 1,000 union members at the…