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10Best 2025, Hyundai kills, top off-roaders
2024-12-04
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Releases & Reviews
From the thrilling Porsche 718 Cayman to the versatile Tesla Model 3, Car and Driver’s 10Best celebrates standout models under $110,000. This year’s winners excel in driving joy and mission fulfillment, offering a broad spectrum from sports cars to electrics.
The 2025 Corvette C8 ZR1 pushes boundaries with its 1,064 HP (1,079 PS) turbocharged V8 and 828 lb-ft (1,123 Nm) of torque. Clocking a top speed of 233 mph (375 km/h), it balances raw power with precise engineering. Highlights include driver-centric throttle calibration and high-tech aerodynamics. It’s a supercar built to dominate both tracks and highways.
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Technology, Market Data & Analysis
Hyundai’s Sonata and Elantra sedans are defying market trends, with Sonata sales up 200% in November. EVs like the Ioniq 5 saw a 30% rise, further cementing Hyundai’s growth. This contrasts with declining SUV sales, showcasing Hyundai’s evolving appeal across segments.
As LED headlights double in brightness, a growing community rallies for regulation. Advocates claim excessive brightness hampers visibility and safety. Despite industry advancements, drivers report glare issues and accidents, sparking debate on the balance between innovation and user experience.
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Car Culture
The 1995 BMW E36 M3 GT stands as an ultra-rare icon with only 356 units produced. Painted in British Racing Green, it features upgraded aerodynamics, a 295 HP (299 PS) engine, and lightweight aluminum doors. Created for racing homologation, it’s a collector’s dream blending exclusivity and performance.
Ford’s Bronco Raptor headlines the rugged SUV market with a 418 HP (424 PS) twin-turbo V6 and 37-inch tires. Meanwhile, the electric Hummer EV SUV combines off-road prowess with an 840 HP (852 PS) tri-motor setup, proving EVs can handle backcountry challenges without compromise.
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Miscellaneous
The 2024 Maserati GranTurismo Trofeo dazzles with a 550 HP (558 PS) V6 and a 3.4-second 0-60 mph (0-97 km/h) sprint. While gorgeous and agile, it struggles with stiff suspension and numb brakes. Perfect for winding roads, it falters on the track. Maserati seems caught between creating a luxury GT or a supercar.
The Ford Maverick and Ranger Raptor represent the future of compact utility vehicles, blending affordability and performance. Genesis’ GV70 showcases luxury, while Hyundai’s Ioniq 5 redefines electrified versatility. These models set benchmarks in their respective segments.
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Quick Links
Hyundai unveiled the X-ble Shoulder, a wearable exoskeleton aimed at reducing workplace injuries, capable of lowering shoulder strain by up to 60%.
Certain Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra models have a defect in the electronic tailgate release switch, leading to unexpected unlatching.
Volkswagen and Rivian’s $5.8 billion partnership will debut with the Mk9 Golf EV in 2029, using shared electronics and software, potentially replacing the ID.3 as VW’s compact electric car.
The electric A6 E-Tron impresses with advanced tech, a luxurious interior, and ranges up to 390 miles. It’s hailed as a benchmark EV that maintains Audi’s signature performance and design
Harry discusses Jaguar’s Type 00 concept, which offers a bold design with futuristic features like camera-based mirrors and a pantograph-style tailgate, hinting at the brand’s future direction.
Pilot production has started for Dodge’s ICE Charger Sixpack, featuring 420-550 hp variants with an advanced 8-speed automatic transmission.
Kia sold a record-breaking 70,107 vehicles in November, driven by strong demand for the Sportage, Telluride, and EV models.
A former Schumacher family security guard faces trial for stealing private photos of the F1 legend and demanding €15 million (~$15.7 million) under threat of public release.
Lamborghini celebrated with 130 cars parading through Tokyo, including rare models like the Centenario and Sian, marking an unforgettable display of automotive spectacle.
The 2024 Ford F-150 wows with a hybrid powertrain, innovative split tailgate design, and user-friendly tech like BlueCruise for a seamless blend of capability and convenience.
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