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Corvette ZR1
Chevrolet News

Wicked Exhaust Heat Melted This Corvette ZR1 While Averaging 173 MPH Over 118 Miles

Some people wrap their Corvettes, while others drive really fast to get that natural flambeau paint finish.

Tesla Model Y at a charging station
The Downshift

Tesla Recalls Almost 13,000 Vehicles Due to Battery Pack Defect: TDS

Some Teslas could suddenly lose drive power, according to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Infiniti QX80 R-Spec badge.
Infiniti News

Infiniti Is Building a GT-R-Powered QX80—But Probably Just One

A QX80 packing the GT-R's twin-turbo V6 would certainly get people talking about Infiniti's flagship SUV, if they could buy it.

V8-swapped Chevy Sonic
Builds

You’d Never Know This Chevy Sonic Has a V8 Until You Turn the Key

Big engine in a tiny car is always fun, but this guy has great taste by doing it up sleeper-style.

A JBL tweeter speaker in a Toyota Corolla hatchback
Aftermarket

Why Do Some New Car Audio Systems Just Plain Suck?

Stock car audio has largely improved over the years, but it still falls flat in many models. We asked experts why.

The Massive Jaguar EV Type 00’s Tiny Hatch Revealed in Spy Photos
Jaguar News

The Massive Jaguar EV Type 00’s Tiny Hatch Revealed in Spy Photos

This fastback EV appears to have a remarkably tiny cargo opening.

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MAY 17: #26, Colton Herta, Andretti Global w/ Curb-Agajanian Honda, poses for qualifying photos during qualifying for the NTT IndyCar Series 109th Running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on May 17, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Geoff MIller/Lumen via Getty Images)
F1

Colton Herta Takes Vital Step Toward Cadillac F1 Race Seat

At 25, Herta will likely be the oldest driver in Formula 2 come the 2026 season, but it's a necessary step to take to reach F1.

BYD Seal
Electric Vehicles

Not Just Cheap: Design and Technology Are Putting Chinese Cars on Americans’ Radar

Cost isn't the only thing driving America's exploding interest in Chinese automobiles.

Kia Is Giving Away ‘Nostalgic’ Motor Oil and Gasoline-Scented Car Freshener to EV Buyers
Kia News

Kia Is Giving Away ‘Nostalgic’ Motor Oil and Gasoline-Scented Car Freshener to EV Buyers

We love the good scent of rubber and exhaust at a race track, but every time you get into a car? Nah.

VW ID Buzz
The Downshift

Volkswagen ID Buzz Production Paused Due to Slowing Demand: TDS

Production of the electric van will be stopped for four days, though it's unclear if that will be extended.

Toyota Land Cruiser FJ
Toyota News

Toyota’s New FJ Is Basically a Shrunken Land Cruiser

It's not much bigger than a UTV, yet a heck of a lot cooler.

Honda autonomous mower
Honda News

Honda’s Self-Driving Lawn Mower Is Super Cool But Will Cost More Than a Civic Si

By this time next year, you'll be able to buy a lawn mower with LiDAR.

1990 Nissan 300ZX
Aftermarket

Car Repairs Are About To Get Much More Expensive Thanks to Tariffs

"Wouldn't be a bad idea to stock up," Premium Guard Inc. CEO Anan Bishara told The Drive.

Julian Brown makes 'plastolene' fuel with garbage and solar energy.
People

This Guy Is Making DIY ‘Gasoline’ Using Old Plastic and Solar Power

This looks like a pretty amazing way to blow yourself up.

Hyundai Santa Cruz
Hyundai Reviews

2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz Review: The Gateway Truck for Pickup Haters

Who is the Santa Cruz for? People who don't want to sacrifice quality, design, and handling to be able to move crap.

Edison Motors extended-range electric pickup truck prototype
Electric Vehicles

Edison Motors Now Has a Pair of Diesel-Electric Pickup Trucks, and a Kit Is On the Way

Roughly a year of development has resulted in these two prototypes, meant to showcase the work potential of range-extended electric powertrains.

AUSTIN, TEXAS - OCTOBER 19: Race winner Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Oracle Red Bull Racing celebrates on arrival in parc ferme during the F1 Grand Prix of United States at Circuit of The Americas on October 19, 2025 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Bryn Lennon - Formula 1/Formula 1 via Getty Images)
F1

The Inevitable: Max Verstappen’s Return to Dominance Is Good for F1

Both McLarens were poised to have a runaway weekend at the U.S. Grand Prix. Red Bull’s Max Verstappen chipped away at their F1 championship lead instead. 

Image of Ferrari SC40 next to Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4
Ferrari News

Is the Ferrari SC40 a Better Tribute Than the New Countach?

Ferrari chose to cash the F40 revival check with the one-off SC40. Does it deserve the name?

Ford EV truck concept art.
The Downshift

Here’s the Reason There Are No Midsize Electric Trucks According to GM’s President: TDS

"The truck doesn't have enough packaging space to handle the battery packs needed for the duty cycle of the truck," GM President Mark Reuss said.

GT2 Beige Edition trailer thumbnail showing a PT Cruiser
Video Games

This Gran Turismo Fan Mod Swaps Out the Greatest Sports Cars of the ’90s for Sheer Malaise

The appropriately named "GT2: Beige Edition" promises 330 new cars, including the Buick Roadmaster, GMT400 Chevy Suburban, and Lancia Lybra.