Spanish auto parts maker Grupo Antolin-Irausa has been granted court protection for its assets in the U.S. on July 22, as part of its ongoing restructuring procedure started in Spain last month. The company, which serves major automakers including Ford,…
The 2026 American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) study has delivered a clear verdict: Lincoln beats Cadillac in customer satisfaction, securing a score of 76 out of 100 and placing sixth among luxury brands. The results, based on 6,699 random consumer…
Modern cars are equipped with advanced driver assistance systems, including Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR), which reads road signs and relays the information to the driver. This system uses a windshield-mounted camera to scan the road ahead and software to process…
Leasing a brand-new car for around $300 per month is suddenly looking more realistic across the U.S., thanks to a fresh wave of sub-$200 monthly deals that keep total costs manageable even after factoring in hefty upfront payments. With long-term…
Enthusiasts have spoken—and they’re tired of what’s clogging the roads. From squatted trucks to monochrome SUVs, the cars that dominate the asphalt are sparking frustration among drivers who crave variety, practicality, and, above all, competence behind the wheel. The list…
New-vehicle shoppers are increasingly turning to seven-year loans to afford monthly payments that have just hit a record $777, according to Edmunds data for Q2 2026. A staggering 23.9% of buyers who financed a new car last quarter locked in…
Tesla’s second-quarter deliveries rose 25% year-over-year globally, driven by a 40% spike in Europe where soaring gasoline prices turbocharged EV demand. The surge contrasts sharply with the U.S., where Tesla’s sales are estimated to have fallen 20% in Q2 to…
MPG-E stands for miles per gallon of gasoline equivalent, a metric the EPA uses to compare the energy efficiency of electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids against traditional gasoline cars. The agency calculates it by equating one gallon of gasoline…
The DIN standard for car stereos, developed by the German Institute for Standardization, was a uniform standard that allowed for easy installation of aftermarket stereos. The standard, which included a 2- by 7-inch slot for single-DIN stereos and a 4-…
Automotive obsolescence is creeping into showrooms as long-in-the-tooth models outstay their welcome, and readers have called out the worst offenders. The Miata ND is untouchable in many eyes, but the next-generation NE is already on enthusiasts’ wish lists. Elsewhere, the…