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Honda CR-V in production in China
The Downshift

Honda Wrestles Title of America’s Best-Selling Car From Ford and Toyota: TDS

Ford and Toyota's struggles are Honda's gain as the CR-V has surged ahead to become the best-selling model in the U.S. through 2026 so far.

AM radio
Infotainment

AM Radio Could Be Legally Mandated in New Cars

If everything comes together, automakers would be forced to include AM receivers in their cars despite pushback over one key factor: cost.

The Drivecast Ep 22 Hero
Culture

Ford’s CEO Doesn’t Want You Fixing Your New Bronco. He Says It’s About Safety

A quiet fight in Washington over vehicle data could decide whether independent mechanics can still fix your car at all.

Young man changing flat tire on his car after road accident
Culture

Nobody on Earth Believes Gen Z Can Handle Basic Car Maintenance

Americans don't even trust Gen Z to change a tire.

The Honda Hybrid Sedan Prototype, revealed in May.
The Downshift

Honda and Nissan Near Partnership Despite Failed Merger: TDS

Nissan got cold feet when it realized Honda essentially wanted to acquire it years back. Still, the two companies got past that and are close to a tech alliance.

BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 26: A Polestar car is displayed in the showroom at a Polestar dealership on June 26, 2026 in Beverly Hills, California. Electric car maker Polestar will be barred from selling new vehicles in the United States starting with the 2027 model year after the Commerce Department cited national security concerns under new connected-vehicle regulations. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
Polestar News

‘We Don’t Know What We’re Doing’: Inside the Post-Ban Chaos at Polestar Dealerships

Polestar's abrupt forced exit from the U.S. market has left dealers, owners, and Polestar corporate scrambling to figure out what the future looks like.

Two EVs charging at a public charger
Electric Vehicles

New EV Sales Have Cratered, But the Used Market Is Setting Records

Used EVs just notched a record quarter of sales in the U.S. according to new data, and we're just getting started.

Chevrolet Corvette Stingray front three-quarters view in orange
Chevrolet News

Even the Cheapest C8 Corvette Will Hit 200 MPH Now

The 2027 Corvette Stingray's 40-horsepower bump allows it to cross a big milestone that even the mighty Z06 can't quite reach.

Chevrolet Silverado HD
News

Feds Might Flip the Script on Right to Repair Vehicle Emissions Systems

President Trump is urging the EPA to clarify what repairs are legal, reduce reliance on CARB, and reconsider enforcement against those who try fixing their vehicles in "good faith."

2026 Genesis GV70 Pros and Cons Review: It Must Be Tiring Being This Good
Genesis Reviews

2026 Genesis GV70 Pros and Cons Review: It Must Be Tiring Being This Good

Despite not being significantly refreshed since its debut several years ago, the Genesis GV70 still checks most, if not all, of the boxes buyers are looking for.

2021 Ford F-150 interior dashboard view
The Downshift

Ford Recalls 740,000 Trucks and SUVs That Could Roll Away in Park: TDS

The recall covers 2018-2021 Ford and Lincoln models including the F-150, and until you get yours fixed, it's best to engage the parking brake every time.

TuxMat Scan of Tesla Model X
Sponsored

Advanced Aftermarket Engineering: Here’s How Seriously TuxMat Takes Perfect Fitment

TuxMat floor mats have better-than-factory floor coverage and elite-tier fitment because of the lengths their engineers go to in product development.

Dashboard of a Ferrari Luce
Ferrari News

Nobody Noticed the Giant Smiley Face on the Ferrari Luce’s Dashboard

The more we look around the Ferrari Luce's design, the weirder stuff we find.

Ferris IS6200 engine
News

CAT Diesel-Powered Mower Has a Bigger Engine Than a Honda Civic

When your zero-turn has more displacement than a college kid's daily driver, you're doing something right.

2027 Hyundai Santa Fe Spy Shots
Hyundai News

Spied: 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe Ditching the LED H Lighting Pattern

The distinct H lighting patterns that some people said look like Hermès logos is leaving the Hyundai Santa Fe.

A Toyota car dealership stands in Manhattan on May 8, 2026, in New York City.
The Downshift

Toyota Sales Keep Sinking in 2026: The Downshift

Toyota just recorded its fourth-straight month of global sales decrease due to supply challenges in the Middle East and strong competition in China.

Sketch of Sanrivatti supercar showing motorcycle-like seating position
News

Dutch Startup Wants to Build a Supercar You’ll Straddle Instead of Sit In

Is this necessary? Probably not. But it's a good way for a fledgling automaker to get attention.

School bus fleet
Car Tech

Your Kids’ School Bus Is About to Become a Roaming Surveillance Vehicle

A company that sells cameras to catch drivers illegally passing stopped school buses wants to turn them into license plate readers.

Chevy Equinox EV
Electric Vehicles

EVs Really Are Better for the Planet Than Gas Cars, but Their Power Source Matters: Study

EVs substantially reduce emissions, but the exact amount can vary significantly by region, the study says.

Hyundai/Kia Plasma Care UVC sanitizer
Hyundai News

Hyundai and Kia Want To Bathe Your Car’s Interior in UV Light — With You Inside

The Korean automakers supersized the same tech that cleans phones and toothbrushes to clean entire vehicle cabins.