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2024-09-24

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Releases & Reviews

2025 Toyota Land Cruiser: Is It What People Wanted? (16 minute watch)

The 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser returns as a mid-size SUV, focusing on reliability and off-road capability. With its retro-inspired design, full-time 4WD, and a turbocharged four-cylinder hybrid engine, it’s built for both rugged terrain and city life. Despite its smaller size and 6,000 lb towing capacity, the Land Cruiser remains a strong choice for fans of Toyota’s off-road heritage.

Tested! The 2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally Is a Discount 911 Dakar (4 minute read)

Ford’s Mustang Mach-E Rally offers a budget-friendly alternative to the Porsche 911 Dakar. Priced at just 27% of the Dakar, the Mach-E Rally delivers thrilling off-road performance with impressive handling. While the car excels in stability and control on dirt roads, its slower charging and heavy build are notable drawbacks for enthusiasts.

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Technology, Market Data & Analysis

US Moves to Block All Chinese Auto Imports Through Software Crackdown (5 minute read)

The Biden administration has proposed a ban on all Chinese auto imports by targeting connected vehicle software, citing national security risks. This move impacts Chinese EV manufacturers like BYD, known for affordable electric vehicles, and forces US automakers to eliminate Chinese-made hardware by 2030. The new tariffs could reshape the EV market, making budget-friendly Chinese EVs much more expensive.

2027 BMW X5: What We Know About The Neue Klasse-Inspired SUV (4 minute read)

The 2027 BMW X5 takes inspiration from BMW’s Neue Klasse design language, offering hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and all-electric powertrains. With flush door handles and a futuristic interior featuring a 12.3-inch digital cluster, this SUV aims to compete with luxury rivals like the Porsche Cayenne. Expect the X5 to debut in 2026 with rear- and all-wheel drive options. The new X5 is on Today in Car’s Future Cars List, which you can get by referring a friend to the newsletter using your personalized link below.

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Car Culture

Jeremy Clarkson Q&A After a Private Screening of The Grand Tour: One For The Road (25 minute watch)

Jeremy Clarkson answered fan questions after a private screening of The Grand Tour: One For The Road. He reflected on his time with Richard Hammond and James May, shared behind-the-scenes stories, and discussed the future of car shows. Clarkson suggested that younger hosts with genuine passion for cars could take over The Grand Tour and humorously recounted his scariest filming moments, including run-ins in Alabama and Argentina.

The Silky-Smooth Polestar 3 Gives the Polestar Brand a Reason to Exist (4 minute read)

The Polestar 3 delivers a unique balance of luxury and performance that justifies the Polestar brand’s existence in the electric SUV market. With its smooth ride, refined design, and cutting-edge tech, the Polestar 3 stands out as an EV option for buyers who want more than just another electric crossover.

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Miscellaneous

2025 Toyota 4Runner vs 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser: Exploring Key Differences (5 minute read)

The 2025 Toyota 4Runner and 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser, built on Toyota’s TNGA-F platform, share a powerful hybrid engine, but differ in luxury and off-road performance. While the Land Cruiser prioritizes comfort with features like heated leather seats and advanced off-road tech, the 4Runner offers more trim levels and drivetrain options for off-road enthusiasts at a lower price.

2024 Ford F-250 Tremor vs. GMC 2500 AT4: Who takes the crown? (5 minute read)

The 2024 Ford F-250 Tremor and GMC 2500 AT4 are two off-road titans, but the Tremor edges out with 10.8 inches of ground clearance, water-fording capabilities, and a powerful 7.3L V8 engine. The AT4X offers more comfort features like massage seats and a quieter ride, but lacks the Tremor’s rugged off-road gear. Price-wise, the Tremor is cheaper, making it the best choice for extreme off-roaders.

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Quick Links

Mercedes dials up the speed of its hands-free, eyes-off Drive Pilot feature (3 minute read)

Mercedes upgrades its Drive Pilot feature, increasing the maximum supported speed to 59 mph on German highways, positioning it as the fastest Level 3 autonomous system pending regulatory approval.

The 2025 BMW X3 Goes Hybrid but Sticks to Its Roots (4 minute read)

BMW’s fourth-generation X3 embraces mild-hybrid powertrains while maintaining its hallmark luxury, agility, and practicality, with notable improvements in interior tech and performance.

A taste of Germany arrives in the U.S. with VW Gewürz Ketchup Brand (2 minute read)

Volkswagen’s beloved Gewürz Ketchup, a fan-favorite condiment in Germany, makes its U.S. debut as part of VW’s 75th anniversary celebrations.

This Is Almost Definitely the Corvette Zora. Here’s How We Know (2 minute read)

Spy photos suggest the next top-tier Corvette will be a hybrid model named Zora, blending 1,064 horsepower from the ZR1 with 160 additional horsepower from the E-Ray’s hybrid system for a total of 1,224 horsepower.

Buying a Bricked Fisker Ocean and Fixing It for $100 Is a Sound Financial Move (3 minute read)

YouTuber Rich Benoit demonstrates how he repaired a bricked Fisker Ocean EV for just $100, using a mix of ingenuity and online parts to revive the 300-mile vehicle after its battery had died.

Ezra Dyer: The VW T-Roc Cab is the Twee Wagen We Can’t Have (2 minute read)

Volkswagen’s T-Roc Cabriolet, a cheerful, modestly powered convertible, offers a nostalgic reminder of affordable four-seat droptops, though it remains unavailable in the U.S. market.

Holding Down the Bottom: 2025 Nissan Versa Priced From $18,330 (2 minute read)

The Nissan Versa, the last sub-$20,000 car in the U.S., sees a $1,105 price hike for 2025, now starting at $18,330, with few changes but added value in the form of LED headlights and free maintenance.

California Drivers May Soon Get Speed-Warning Devices as Standard (3 minute read)

A new California bill could require 2030 model cars to have speed-warning systems, similar to those mandated in the European Union, sparking debate over their effectiveness and driver annoyance.

Philadelphia Car Meetups Lead to People Smashing Up Police Vehicles (2 minute read)

Philadelphia police faced chaos as car meetups turned violent, with participants damaging police vehicles, prompting calls for stricter enforcement measures after two arrests.

Retro coachbuilder Saoutchik has returned with a stunning 300 SL homage (2 minute read)

After 70 years, Saoutchik revives its storied coachbuilding legacy with a breathtaking homage to the iconic Mercedes-Benz 300 SL, signaling a comeback with bespoke, low-volume vehicles.