The Ford Maverick’s unibody construction was a deliberate design choice, driven by the need for a compact truck that’s easy to maneuver and park in urban environments. Unlike traditional body-on-frame trucks, the Maverick’s unibody design provides a car-like ride without…
Lee Iacocca, a prominent figure in automotive history, was associated with several iconic cars during his tenure at Ford and Chrysler. One of his lesser-known projects was the Eagle Optima, a sports sedan introduced in 1990. The Optima featured a…
In the world of cars, a name can be everything. Brands often try to evoke nostalgia by reviving old model names or creating special editions. But have you ever noticed that some brands, like Ford and Chevrolet, have a fondness…
The BBC has confirmed plans to revive its iconic car show ‘Top Gear’ once again, and the question on everyone’s mind is who should host the next reboot. Jalopnik asked its readers for their opinions, and the responses fell into…
US Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy has been making headlines with his deregulation efforts and questionable decisions, but it turns out he didn’t exactly land the role on merit. In a recent podcast, Duffy revealed that he got the job…
Canada’s largest grocery chain, Loblaw Cos., is reinstating country-of-origin labels and maple leaf symbols in its stores to help shoppers identify Canadian-made products as U.S.-Canada trade tensions escalate. The move follows new U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods and Canadian counter-tariffs…
The United States and Canada have escalated their trade dispute with new tariffs, but analysts believe the neighboring countries still have room to negotiate a resolution before a full-blown trade war erupts. On August 25, the U.S. imposed 50% tariffs…
Canada will unveil retaliatory tariffs against the United States on August 25, 2026, following the collapse of trade negotiations and threats from President Donald Trump to impose new 50% tariffs on Canadian vehicles, auto parts, steel, and other goods. Prime…
Trade negotiations between the U.S. and Canada imploded on August 21, 2026, after a last-minute dispute over reducing U.S. tariffs on Canadian medium- and heavy-duty vehicles derailed broader tariff-cutting efforts. The proposed agreement would have lowered sectoral tariffs on autos,…
Ford has confirmed that its next European SUV will ride on Geely’s Global Intelligent New Energy Architecture (GEA) platform and will be assembled at the company’s Valencia plant in Spain. The move is part of a joint venture between Ford…