The 2021 Mercedes-Maybach S580, launched in 2020 as part of the seventh-generation S-Class, remains the flagship of Mercedes’ ultra-luxury lineup—a rolling testament to the legacy of Wilhelm Maybach. Under its hood sits a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 churning out 496 horsepower,…
Maro Engel has seized the DTM drivers’ championship lead after the Oschersleben double-header, capping a dominant weekend for Mercedes-AMG. The German ace, driving the Mercedes-AMG GT3 #80 for Team RAVENOL, started fifth on Saturday and converted that into a third-place…
Before Ford’s turbocharged EcoBoost four-cylinder engines became the brand’s go-to entry-level powertrains, the rugged Ford Thriftpower inline-six did the heavy lifting for decades. Introduced in 1960 under the hood of the compact Falcon, this cast-iron six-cylinder engine started life as…
The automotive industry’s pivot from hardware to software has transformed how cars are maintained and upgraded. Modern vehicles now run on millions of lines of code that govern everything from infotainment systems to driver-assistance features and battery management. Over-the-air (OTA)…
Porsche’s 911 GT3 has long stood as the brand’s most iconic street-focused track weapon, spanning four generations over 25 years. Positioned between the street-biased GTS and the full-blooded GT3 RS, the GT3 splits the difference: a car equally at home…
Japan’s JDM engine legacy isn’t just about the Toyota 2JZ-GTE, Nissan RB26DETT, or Honda K24. While those legends dominate the conversation, the Land of the Rising Sun built countless other powerplants that flew under the radar—engines that delivered surprising performance…
The United Kingdom has long been a powerhouse of automotive design, producing some of the world’s most iconic brands like Land Rover, MINI, Aston Martin, Bentley, McLaren, and Jaguar. But beyond these household names, there’s a handful of lesser-known British…
A recent render imagines a rugged BMW off-roader that could potentially rival the Mercedes G-Class. The vehicle, which may arrive around 2029 if approved, features a modern aesthetic with small upright kidney grilles and sleek LED headlights. It also includes…
A $48,000 Auburn Speedster replica on Facebook Marketplace is drawing attention for its bold price tag, but does it deliver real value? The car is a continuation model built by Speedster Motorcar in Florida, delivered in late 1999, and styled…
Subaru’s 2026 WRX Base trim delivers a turbocharged punch for just $33,690, proving that a budget-friendly performance sedan can still thrill on and off the track. The base model retains the same 2.4-liter turbocharged Boxer four-cylinder engine found across the…