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2024-10-23

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Releases & Reviews

2025 MotorTrend SUV of the Year: The Contenders (3 minute read)

The 2025 SUV of the Year competition saw nearly 30 new or updated models battling for the title. From the Acura ZDX, which shares GM’s Ultium platform, to the updated Audi Q4 E-Tron with more range and power, the contenders reflect the growing diversity and competition in the SUV market, particularly in the EV segment.

The 2025 Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Is a $250,000 Luxury Rocket (23 minute watch)

Porsche’s 2025 Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid is a 770hp, $250,000 powerhouse combining luxury and performance. With a 0-60 mph time of 2.8 seconds and a 30-mile all-electric range, it delivers both speed and sustainability. Its quirks, like an air suspension that adjusts as you enter, reinforce Porsche’s commitment to both comfort and cutting-edge technology.

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Technology, Market Data & Analysis

We Drove the 2026 Honda Passport Trailsport in Moab. It's Genuinely Tough (4 minute read)

Honda’s 2026 Passport Trailsport proves its off-road prowess in the rugged terrain of Moab, Utah. Equipped with torque-vectoring all-wheel drive and 31-inch off-road tires, it handles rock crawling with ease. Though still in pre-production form, its 3.5-liter V6 engine and robust features like steel skid plates make it a serious contender for off-road enthusiasts.

The 2025 ID.Buzz: Enough To Save VW? (27 minute watch)

The 2025 Volkswagen ID.Buzz is more than just a nostalgic design—it could be VW’s ticket to continued success in the U.S. With a 231-mile electric range and retro minivan vibes, it caters to both modern EV demands and vintage style. However, it faces competition from faster-charging rivals, casting doubt on whether it will revive VW’s presence in the electric vehicle market.

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Car Culture

Autoweek’s 2024 Vanguard Award Winners (4 minute read)

Autoweek’s 2024 Vanguard Awards honor individuals and companies shaping the future of mobility. Toyota won the Company award for its steady approach to electrification, emphasizing hybrids over full-electric transitions. William Clay Ford Jr. was recognized for his leadership in mobility solutions, and Waymo took home the Technology award for advancing autonomous vehicle systems.

Insane Supercar Junkyard! The Disneyland Of Barn Finds… (23 minute watch)

Nestled in Southern California, the Rudy Klein Collection is a treasure trove of classic European cars, hidden away for decades. Now being auctioned, it includes rare models like the Ferrari 365 and Porsche 911s. With over 180 cars and parts, this junkyard has become a haven for collectors and restoration experts hunting for rare finds.

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Miscellaneous

We Found the Lost 40kg, 400bhp Nissan Engine! (It's INCREDIBLE) (14 minute watch)

Nissan’s 40kg, 400bhp engine has resurfaced after years in obscurity. Originally developed for the short-lived Nissan DeltaWing project, this 1.5L turbocharged 3-cylinder engine weighs just 40kg (~88 pounds) but packs a punch with 400 horsepower. It was rediscovered at RML Group in the UK and has now re-entered the public spotlight, showcasing Nissan’s innovation in motorsport engineering.

500HP Manual Family Car! 2025 BMW M3 Review (19 minute watch)

The 2025 BMW M3 maintains its reputation with a manual transmission and 500hp, making it one of the few high-performance sedans to offer a manual. While the clutch’s bite point may feel springy, the rear-wheel drive and torque deliver an engaging driving experience. The adaptive suspension balances performance with family-friendly comfort, keeping BMW enthusiasts satisfied.

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GM tops estimates on ‘remarkably’ resilient consumer, shares surge (2 minute read)

GM’s strong SUV sales drove better-than-expected Q3 earnings, pushing the automaker’s stock to its highest point since 2022.

Hyundai wants to turn windshields into holographic displays (3 minute read)

Hyundai plans to introduce full-windshield augmented reality displays by 2027, showing navigation, hazards, and even media for passengers.

Fire Risk! Honda Recalls More Than 720,000 Vehicles Due to Leaky Fuel Pump (2 minute read)

Honda is recalling popular models like the Accord, Civic, and CR-V Hybrid from 2023-2025 due to a faulty fuel pump that increases fire risk.

The Jeep Grand Cherokee Just Got a Huge Price Cut (2 minute read)

Jeep has reduced prices by up to $4,000 on several 2025 Grand Cherokee models, making the entry-level Laredo now under $40,000.

Stellantis to shutter and sell proving grounds amid cost-cutting (3 minute read)

Stellantis is closing its Arizona vehicle testing grounds by year-end in a cost-cutting move, impacting 41 workers as the company seeks efficiency.

Volkswagen’s cutting-edge EV factory spirals toward collapse as demand crumbles (3 minute read)

Volkswagen’s Brussels plant may shut down due to weak sales of the Audi Q8 E-Tron, threatening 3,000 jobs as the European EV market softens.

Lower-priced new cars are gaining popularity, and not just for cash-poor buyers (3 minute read)

With high car prices and loan rates, buyers are flocking to sub-$30,000 models, leading to a surge in compact SUV sales.

Ford’s Updated BlueCruise 1.5 Now Capable Of Automatic Lane Changes (1 minute read)

Ford’s new BlueCruise 1.5 update, debuting on the 2025 Mustang Mach-E, adds automatic lane changing for hands-free highway driving.

One sim to rule them all: we go hands-on with Assetto Corsa Evo (3 minute read)

The latest version of the Assetto Corsa racing sim boasts incredible handling detail, dynamic weather effects, and an all-new proprietary engine.

Influencer’s Brand New Lamborghini Revuelto Burns To The Ground After Only 108 Miles (1 minute read)

An influencer’s Lamborghini Revuelto caught fire on a New York highway just 108 miles after delivery, with the cause of the blaze still unknown.