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2025-04-02

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Releases & Reviews

2025 Porsche 911 Carrera S First Drive: Sports Car or Supercar?! (10 minute read)

With 473 horsepower (353 kW) and 390 lb-ft (529 Nm) of torque, the 2025 911 Carrera S borrows GTS-grade turbos and suspension to deliver stunning performance edging into supercar territory. A retuned dual-clutch transmission and sharper steering enhance its track-ready feel, while standard sport exhaust adds emotional flair.

2026 Honda Passport First Drive Review: The 4Runner for Normal People (14 minute read)

Honda's updated Passport gains a 285 horsepower (213 kW), 3.5-liter V6 and sophisticated all-wheel drive for confident family adventures. With 8.3 inches (21 cm) of ground clearance and advanced traction tech, it can tackle challenging terrain while staying composed on highways. A versatile, well-appointed cabin completes its outdoorsy appeal.

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Technology, Market Data & Analysis

2025 Cars.com Affordability Report: Best Value New Cars (18 minute read)

Cars.com’s latest study highlights the most budget-friendly new models across sedans, SUVs, and EVs, factoring in required features and annual fuel costs. Top picks include Nissan’s affordable sedans, Chevy’s entry-level SUVs, and a Hyundai EV with impressive range. Each recommendation meets key safety tech standards and uses regular gasoline.

2025 Nissan Rogue Prices Dropped by as Much as $1930 (3 minute read)

Amid potential tariffs, Nissan slashes Rogue and Pathfinder prices by up to $1,930, aiming to boost affordability. The base Rogue now starts below $30,000, while the Pathfinder sees similar reductions across trims. Nissan believes these cuts help buyers navigating today’s challenging car market.

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Car Culture

RARE Shelby GT350 Hertz Car + Holman-Moody Ford Falcon & 13,000 Miles in 45 DAYS | Barn Find Hunter (16 minute watch)

Tom Cotter from Hagerty uncovers a 1966 Shelby GT350 Hertz edition and a Holman-Moody Ford Falcon in his barn find adventures. Both Fords share racing DNA, with the GT350’s 289 horsepower (216 kW) V8 still intact. From 13,000-mile endurance feats to nostalgia-laden garages, these hidden gems showcase classic American performance.

Here Are the 9 Cars I Most Want to Review (21 minute watch)

Doug DeMuro shares his personal wish list of nine quirky cars he's eager to review, spanning hypercars to outlandish concept vans. From the GMA T.50 to the one-off Aston Martin V8 Cygnet, each pick highlights his passion for offbeat engineering. Expect deep dives into design, tech, and unorthodox histories.

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Miscellaneous

I Am the Target Buyer for This Domino’s Pizza Delivery Car With a Built-In Warmer (3 minute read)

A classic Chevy Spark modified by Domino’s as the DXP retains its built-in pizza warmer and unique cargo layout. Although it’s an oddball used car find, the integrated oven ensures fresh pizza en route. Self-proclaimed pizza chefs might find this specialized slice of automotive history too tempting to resist.

Diamond in the rough: desert driving in the Land Rover Defender Octa (12 minute read)

Land Rover’s Defender Octa merges 626 horsepower (467 kW) with advanced off-road tech to tackle African dunes and highways alike. Hydraulic suspension, reinforced axles, and triple-insulated parts enhance its bandwidth from rock crawling to spirited on-road performance. The result is a flagship SUV blending power, luxury, and unstoppable versatility.

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Quick Links

Volvo Rehired Its Old CEO And He’s Got Two Years To Fix The Future (3 minute read)

Returning CEO Håkan Samuelsson is tasked with guiding Volvo through shifting EV goals and industry headwinds, as the automaker refines its powertrain strategy and hunts for a long-term successor.

The 2025 BMW M5 Touring review: Way more power, way too much weight (2 minute read)

This updated wagon returns with advanced tech, expanded cargo space of 57.6 cubic feet (1,631 L), and a heavier design shaped by tightening regulations and shifting brand priorities.

NEW Mercedes G-Class vs Escalade IQ // Battle Of The Silent Ballers (20 minute watch)

Throttle House compares the all-electric Escalade IQ and the new electric G-Class, revealing a 4.7-second 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) sprint for the Mercedes, distinct design approaches, and real-world pitfalls of these ultra-luxury SUVs.

Meet Hyundai's Adorable Drift Machine (3 minute read)

Hyundai’s Insteroid concept channels Group B rally style with flared arches, a 49.0 kWh battery, 115 horsepower (86 kW), and a unique drift mode, though it’s unlikely to reach production.

Aston Martin Valkyrie Breaks Top Gear Track Record for Road Cars (3 minute read)

Eclipsing the Koenigsegg Jesko Attack’s prior benchmark, the road-legal Valkyrie lapped Top Gear’s track in 1 minute 9.6 seconds, highlighting its race-bred Cosworth V-12 and pushing hypercar performance boundaries.

Inside McLaren Special Operations where they service the McLaren F1, SLR & upgrade my 650S (23 minute watch)

Harry’s Garage tours McLaren Special Operations to reveal how the F1, SLR, and 650S are meticulously serviced and personalized, showcasing rare parts, custom trims, and heritage expertise.

Are these Porsche tattoos the ultimate in personalisation? (3 minute read)

Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur now offers owners color-matched tattoos depicting their exact model’s silhouette, letting superfans pair custom paint finishes and body art for a truly one-of-a-kind personal statement.

Yes! A Honda SUV Finally Has a Picnic Table Again (3 minute read)

Honda’s newly updated 2026 Passport revives the built-in picnic table concept, holding up to 44 pounds (20 kg), doubling as a cargo shelf, and recalling a beloved feature from the early CR-V.

Mazda RX-7 Set Ablaze by Lithium-Ion Battery Trickle Charging in the Trunk (2 minute read)

A cautionary tale about hooking a lithium-ion 12-volt battery to a standard trickle charger, as a 1982 RX-7’s trunk fire proved difficult to extinguish and caused major damage.