Turning the ‘60s Concept Into Reality The Runabout might not be the first Bertone name that comes to mind, but it played a bigger role than most people think. When it debuted in 1969, the original concept showed just how far Bertone was willing to push boundaries. This was the same era that produced the […]
Autoblog aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. JaguarLand Rover may be reconsidering how hard it can stick to an all electric roadmap, according to a report from The Times that says the company is exploring a new model […]
Keeping the V8 Alive Despite the broader industry shift toward electrification, Mercedes-AMG intends to retain a V8 engine in its lineup, with a comprehensively reworked version scheduled to debut in 2027. AMG’s V8 powerplants are still hand-assembled at the brand’s headquarters in Affalterbach, Germany, and a recent video from FRAME provides a behind-the-scenes look at how these high-performance engines are […]
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Hydroplaning is never a good time If you’ve ever driven through a heavy California downpour—especially on 680, 580, or 101—you know how quickly a harmless sheen of water can turn into a skid. Hydroplaning happens when your tires encounter more water than they can push aside, lifting the rubber off the pavement and causing a […]
More Engine Choices for the Land Cruiser It’s no secret that America is missing out on the 300 Series Land Cruiser. The only way to get it stateside is to visit your nearest Lexus dealer and choose the LX. Well, not enough people bought the 200 Series in the U.S, hence the decision to repurpose […]
The Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X has been breaking records everywhere since its launch, setting new benchmarks for American sports cars. Last year, it managed a spectacular time of 06:49.275 around the Nürburgring, beating the Ford Mustang GTD’s time to become the fastest American production car around the famous circuit. Then, to start 2026, it set 0-60 […]
The Compact Gap in Ram’s Lineup With Ford and Hyundai currently the only brands competing in the compact pickup segment, speculation has grown over whether Ram might bring the Rampage to the U.S., especially given the model’s strong performance in Brazil. MoparInsider posed the question directly to Ram CEO Tim Kuniskis, though his response was […]
Solid-state batteries, finally out of the lab For more than a decade, solid-state batteries have been hyped as the next great leap for electric vehicles—safer, faster-charging, and more energy-dense than today’s lithium-ion cells. The problem has always been timing. Automakers and battery startups alike have promised breakthroughs “later this decade,” only to quietly push timelines […]
The Race to Put a Solid-State Battery on the Road Automotive patents don’t always focus on a new product that is about to hit showrooms. More often, they give us a peek at the real issues carmakers face in the background – especially for upcoming breakthroughs. Solid-state batteries are a perfect example of that right […]
