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2025-02-05

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Releases & Reviews

2025 BMW X1 -- Living with BMW's Most Affordable SUV! Are we Still Impressed??

The 2025 X1 M35i delivers impressive performance with 312 horsepower (233 kW) and 295 lb-ft (400 Nm) of torque, hitting 60 mph in 5.2 seconds. Despite being BMW's entry-level SUV, interior quality matches more expensive models, though the dual-clutch transmission and aggressive auto start-stop system create some drivability issues in city traffic.

Subaru Solterra | Sorry in Advance

The all-wheel drive Solterra delivers 251 horsepower (187 kW) and 249 lb-ft (338 Nm) of torque but struggles with real-world range under 200 miles (322 km) and slow DC charging speeds of 35 minutes from 10-80%. While ride quality and interior space impress, competitors like the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offer superior range and charging capabilities.

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Technology, Market Data & Analysis

Ferrari Is Selling a Lot of Cars and Making a Lot of Money

Ferrari delivered 13,752 vehicles in 2024, up 0.7% from 2023, with net revenue jumping 11.8% to €6.7 billion ($6.9 billion). The Purosangue, Roma Spider, and 296 GTS drove sales growth, though deliveries declined in China, while the Americas saw a 5% increase.

Lucid's Infotainment System Is Reinvention Done Right: Review

Lucid's UX interface spans 34 inches of curved display across the dashboard, featuring crisp graphics and intuitive controls with minimal physical buttons. While the system occasionally exhibits bugs and overly sensitive driver monitoring alerts, the clean design and straightforward menu structure represent a thoughtful approach to modern vehicle interfaces.

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Car Culture

This 1984 Mercedes-Benz 500SEC Was the King of the 1980s

This euro-spec 500 SEC features period-correct AMG modifications including a body kit, lowering springs, and iconic chrome arrow wheels. With just 11,000 miles from new, the 5.0L V8 produces 230 horsepower (172 kW) and 300 lb-ft (407 Nm) of torque, representing the pinnacle of 1980s luxury coupes.

Best Used SUVs Under $15,000: Utility On a Budget

MotorTrend's comprehensive guide evaluates eight affordable SUVs from 2020-2023, factoring in reliability ratings, safety scores, and real-world ownership costs. Top picks include the Nissan Kicks starting at $9,900 and Kia Soul from $9,500, both offering modern tech and strong value retention.

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Miscellaneous

Suzuki Suspends Jimny 5D Orders In Japan After 4-Day Demand Creates 3.5-Year Backlog

Suzuki halted Japanese orders for the new five-door Jimny Nomade after receiving 50,000 orders in just four days, creating a 3.5-year waitlist with current production limited to 1,200 units monthly. The India-built off-roader adds 340 mm (13.4 inches) to the wheelbase while maintaining its compact 3,890 mm (153.1 inches) overall length.

New WA Law Would Let Suspended Speeders Drive With MPH Limiters Installed

Washington state has introduced legislation allowing drivers with suspended licenses to continue driving if they install electronic speed governors. The initiative aims to address the fact that over 70% of suspended drivers continue operating vehicles illegally, making Washington the second state after Virginia to offer this alternative.

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Quick Links

Ferrari's EV Debuts October 9, Five More Models Confirmed For 2025 | Carscoops (2 minute read)

Beyond confirming its first-ever EV unveiling this fall, Ferrari announced development of five additional models for 2025, including a 12-cylinder Spider variant.

This Military 6x6 Mercedes Has a 12.8-Liter Engine (3 minute read)

Mercedes-Benz Special Trucks' Arocs 4042 AS 6x6 features a 416 hp (310 kW) 12.8-liter diesel engine weighing 2,237 pounds (1,015 kg), with a gross combination weight capacity of 250 tons for tank transport missions.

2025 Porsche Taycan 4 Winter Drive Review: Finnish Donuts and Fun With AWD (10 minute read)

Porsche's new entry-level AWD Taycan 4 delivers 429 hp (320 kW) and accelerates to 60 mph in 4.4 seconds, with an expected range of ~260-310 miles (418-499 km) depending on battery size.

Only 1.8 Percent of Cars in Europe Are Electric (3 minute read)

Among nearly 249 million registered vehicles across the EU in 2023, battery-electric vehicles represent just 1.8% of the total fleet, with plug-in hybrids bringing combined electrified share to 3.9%.

Dodge Ram SRT-10 Loses Wheel in Cars and Coffee Crash (3 minute read)

The 500 hp (373 kW) Viper V10-powered pickup truck suffered extensive damage after an ill-advised acceleration demonstration ended with a collision at an Oklahoma City car meet.

2026 Mercedes C-Class mid-cycle refresh spied in wagon form (2 minute read)

The updated C-Class prototype reveals a revised grille matching the new E-Class design and Mercedes star-shaped daytime running lights ahead of its late 2025 U.S. launch.

Musk politics? Tesla sales slump in UK, European markets (4 minute read)

Tesla registrations dropped significantly across European markets in January, falling 63% in France and 44% in Sweden, as the brand slipped from second to seventh place in UK EV sales.

New Porsche 911 v Shelby GT 350: DRAG RACE (11 minute watch)

Carwow pits the 394 hp (294 kW) base 911 Carrera against a modified 600 hp (447 kW) Shelby GT350 in a series of standing and rolling drag races.

Cruise announces layoffs as GM acquires defunct robotaxi company (3 minute read)

General Motors has taken full control of Cruise while laying off 50% of the workforce, pivoting from autonomous ride-hailing to focus on personal vehicle driver assistance technology.

F1-engined 930 & 700bhp Ruf CTR: Driving the WILDEST 911s | Henry Catchpole - The Driver's Seat (22 minute watch)

Hagerty's Henry Catchpole tests two extreme Porsches: a 930 with Alain Prost's actual F1 V6 producing 510 hp (380 kW), and a 700 hp (522 kW) carbon-chassised RUF CTR.