Your New VW Can Change Lanes On Its Own Like A Tesla
Volkswagen has introduced a new feature for its 2027 models in the US, including the Atlas, Golf, ID. Buzz, and Tiguan. The feature, called Travel Assist, allows the vehicle to change lanes automatically when the driver activates the turn signal…
2027 Yamaha WR450F First Look: 11 Fast Facts; 24 Photos
Yamaha has revamped its WR450F enduro bike for 2027, boasting a new engine, frame, shock, hydraulic clutch, and rear brake. The updates aim to enhance low- and midrange power and control on the trail. The 2027 WR450F features the latest…
Chrysler Targets $25,000 Starting Price for Two New Crossovers, Sources Say
Chrysler’s upcoming Arrow and Arrow Cross crossovers are now projected to start around $25,000, according to Automotive News. Both models are rebadged versions of the Fiat Grizzly built in Morocco for U.S. import and will sit on Stellantis’ Smart Car…
Suez Canal Revenue Surges 42% as Hormuz Crisis Reroutes Ships
The Suez Canal has seen a significant increase in revenue, rising 42% year-over-year to $505 million in July, the highest monthly level since December 2023. This surge is attributed to the rerouting of ships due to the Iran war's effective…
DOT Maps Path for Wider Deployment of Autonomous Vehicles
The US Department of Transportation (DOT) has released a national strategy report outlining its plan to support the wider deployment of autonomous vehicles (AVs) on American roads. The report, titled 'America Leads: DOT's National Strategy for Automated Vehicles,' identifies the…
US Crude Oil Shipping Costs to Asia Hit Record $44.8M Amid Supply Disruptions
The cost of shipping US crude oil to Asia has reached a record high of $44.8 million, up from $17.8 million before the Iran war, due to supply disruptions and tanker risks. The surge in costs has not deterred buyers…
Saudis pivot to send more oil through Strait of Hormuz
Saudi Aramco has shifted about 20 million barrels of spot crude to Asian refiners for September‑October pickup outside the Strait of Hormuz after the shutdown of its East‑West pipeline, which halted cross‑country flows to the Red Sea. The sales, confirmed…
Retail sales rise a better-than-expected 1.2% in August
U.S. retail sales grew 1.2% in August, surpassing the 0.7% gain analysts had forecast, according to Commerce Department data released on September 16, 2026. The increase follows a revised 0.5% decline in July, which had been unexpected after strong spending…
EU wants Canada to become the bloc’s first associate member
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen used her State of the European Union address on Sept. 16, 2026 to propose that Canada become the EU’s first associate member. The suggestion comes as Canada, whose exports are about 70 %…
Financing a Classic Car Just Got Way Easier Thanks to Hemmings
Hemmings announced a new financing program aimed at classic and collector cars and trucks. The service, called Hemmings Financing, lets buyers obtain pre‑approvals, see estimated monthly payments, and apply directly from a vehicle’s listing page. The estimated payment and a…