So now we have carmakers jacking up prices of new cars in ways that can only be termed egregious. This might come across as surprising, but OEMs are increasing the destination and delivery charges, inflating the actual window sticker, otherwise called the vehicle’s sticker price or its MSRP. The information comes courtesy of the Detroit […]
A Verdict With Real Traction A New Mexico jury has ordered Michelin North America to pay $220 million in a wrongful-death lawsuit stemming from a tire blowout involving a Ford Excursion. Per Car Complaints, the plaintiffs, including vehicle owner Mr. Eleazar Marin, alleged that the tire in question – an all-season Michelin LTX M/S2 – was defective at the time it left the factory. The incident occurred in Gaines County, […]
The Ford Raptor family currently comprises three models: the F-150 Raptor, the Bronco Raptor, and the Ranger Raptor. But that is likely to change in the not-too-distant future, and for the better. EVs are proving so unpopular that Ford has walked away from multi-billion-dollar deals to minimize further financial losses, while enthusiast-focused vehicles like those […]
A 911 S/T Story for the History Books Porsche has apologized to two 911 S/T owners after a production mix-up left both cars bearing the same “1,724 of 1,963” limited-edition badge. The owners appear to have accepted the apology after visiting the automaker’s Zuffenhausen facility in Germany, where the numbering error was officially corrected and […]
Polestar has secured another bailout-sized cash injection, landing $300 million in new equity while major shareholder Geely converts a similar amount of debt into stock. It’s the latest step in a string of rescue moves meant to keep the EV brand liquid long enough for the Polestar 3 and Polestar 4 launches to gain traction. […]
The K4’s Place in the Market The Kia K4 enters the 2026 model year with a modest price bump, now starting at $22,190 MSRP – an increase of just $200 over the previous year. Still, the K4 remains among the most affordable new cars available in the U.S. market, a position that stands out even […]
A Supercar With a Serious Mission A New Jersey police department is making headlines for an innovative approach to community outreach that combines high-octane excitement with a life-saving message. The Garfield Police Department in Bergen County has teamed up with Lamborghini Paramus to unveil “Outrun Opioids,” a community initiative that uses a 2023 Lamborghini Huracán […]
Volkswagen’s newest China-only electric SUV, the ID.Unyx 08, is aiming squarely at domestic rivals with big range numbers and fast-charging tech the brand hasn’t yet rolled out in the U.S. The mid-to-large electric SUV will offer up to 730 kilometers (about 453 miles) of CLTC range and an 800-volt architecture, positioning it as the tech […]
Subcompact Sedans: Officially Extinct in America There was a time when there were loads of options for subcompact sedans in America. Some notable examples include the Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio, Mitsubishi Mirage, and the main topic of this story, the Nissan Versa. The Versa would be the last of its kind after the discontinuation of […]
The Federal Bureau of Investigation has a bit of a public relations headache on its hands. FBI Director Kash Patel has reportedly requested that a fleet of new armored SUVs be ordered for his use, but instead of sticking with the American staple that is the Chevrolet Suburban, Patel reportedly requested BMW X5 Protection SUVs […]
