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Ram HD Hardly Working, M2 Remains Killer, 5-Min EV Charge
PLUS: Bugatti Bolide Torture, Tesla Fires, Ford Tremor Tease
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2025-03-19
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Releases & Reviews
Ram's updated heavy-duty lineup features a refined 6.7-liter Cummins diesel now making 1,075 lb-ft (1457 Nm) of torque, paired with a new eight-speed automatic for smoother towing. Even with loads near 19,000 pounds (8,618 kg), the truck's improved infotainment and enhanced cooling keep it feeling surprisingly composed.
The updated twin-turbo inline-six now makes 473 hp (353 kW), delivering consistent sub-4-second blasts to 60 mph. BMW’s six-speed manual includes rev-matching, preserving driver engagement while adding slight torque gains over previous M2s. Despite its extra power, cabin comfort and daily usability remain admirably intact.
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Technology, Market Data & Analysis
BYD unveiled a rapid-charging system promising 250 miles (402 km) of range in just five minutes, aided by new ultra-fast stations planned across China. This innovation puts pressure on Tesla, whose Superchargers need about 15 minutes for 200 miles (322 km). BYD’s approach underscores China’s accelerating EV tech race.
Tariffs on imported steel and aluminum could push up prices for the F-150’s lightweight aluminum bed, making it pricier to build. Despite Ford’s stockpiling strategies, limited U.S. aluminum smelting capacity raises concerns about future supply. Economists warn that prolonged trade tensions might impact pickup affordability across the market.
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Car Culture
[Doug DeMuro] Only 28 CLK GTRs exist, each powered by a mid-mounted 6.9-liter V12 making around 625 hp (466 kW). Originally built to satisfy GT1 racing rules, this near-race-spec hypercar includes gullwing doors, a fixed-position seat, and virtually no storage. Its multimillion-dollar value reflects its storied track pedigree.
A rare 1965 Ferrari 330 GT 2+2, once used as the 1966 Le Mans pace car, was recently discovered in a French chateau. Still wearing its Verde Scuro paint, the V12 tourer needs mechanical attention after decades off the road. Its storied history includes leading Ford’s famous GT40 finish.
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Miscellaneous
The first CTS-V packed a Corvette-derived V8 making 400 hp (298 kW) and introduced manual performance to Cadillac in 2004. Jay highlights its agile chassis, Brembo brakes, and surprising refinement. Used examples now offer a budget-friendly alternative to pricier European sport sedans.
Alignment ensures each tire meets the road at the correct angle, improving handling and tire life. Technicians adjust camber, caster, and toe to factory specs, often for under $200. Neglecting alignment can cause uneven tread wear, steering pull, and compromised safety features like lane-keeping assist.
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Quick Links
Ford's three-row SUV gains knobby tires, protective skid plates, and a modest suspension lift, and may offer 300 horsepower (224 kW) or 400 horsepower (298 kW) engines when it arrives as a 2026 model.
Redline Reviews highlights the 750 horsepower (560 kW) Escalade IQ with 785 lb-ft (1064 Nm) of torque and a 205 kWh battery, offering about 460 miles (740 km) of range plus four-wheel steering and luxurious tech.
Donkervoort’s radical P24 RS aims to surpass the F22’s 500-horsepower (373 kW) mark while retiring Audi’s turbo five-cylinder, with an upcoming reveal hinting at serious lap record ambitions.
SSC’s 1,350 horsepower (1,007 kW) Tuatara blasts toward a near-300 mph (483 km/h) top speed with a 5.9-liter twin-turbo V8, proving astonishing acceleration and civilized driving manners in a long-awaited hypercar.
Bugatti’s 1,600 horsepower (1,193 kW) Bolide endures intense track shakedowns at Circuit de Mirecourt, pushing -2.5 G braking and 1,800-degree brake temps before delivery to ensure ultimate performance for owners.
Crafted with a carbon-fiber-reinforced fiberglass body on a modern 6.2-liter Camaro, this unique build took over 2,000 hours to transform a 2015 chassis into a nostalgic 1969 Chevelle tribute.
Las Vegas authorities suspect arson after several Teslas were torched and at least one was reportedly shot at overnight at a local service center, with no injuries reported.
Freshly rebodied with handcrafted boattail coachwork, this once-sedan Packard from 1934 features a 385-cubic-inch inline-eight and plush tufted leather interior, capturing classic prewar opulence in a striking open-air design.
Gordon Murray Automotive will showcase the T.50, T.33, and classic race-winners at Goodwood, teasing a fresh T.33 variant and celebrating Murray’s legendary F1 innovations in this year’s motorsports spotlight.
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