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A logo of Chinese car manufacturer BYD is on display at the Essen Motor Show in Essen, western Germany on December 4, 2024.
The Downshift

The War in Iran Is Saving China’s Biggest EV Maker Right Now: TDS

Chinese EV juggernaut BYD is running out of demand at home, but the rest of the world has never wanted its cars more.

SUZUKA, JAPAN - MARCH 28: Sparks fly behind Nico Hulkenberg of Germany driving the (27) Audi F1 Team R26 on track during final practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Japan at Suzuka Circuit on March 28, 2026 in Suzuka, Japan. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)
F1

F1 Drivers Not Banking on Big Improvements After Regulation Tweaks

We talked to several F1 drivers ahead of Friday practice for the Miami GP, and they all basically sent the same message: Keep your expectations in check.

One-rotor Mazda Miata dyno run
Builds

This Is What a One-Rotor Turbo Miata Making 155 HP Sounds Like

Rob Dahm has built this car from the ground up, and the billet aluminum rotary is now singing on the dyno.

A used Escape camper van
Builds

Meet the Brave Souls Who Bought a Used, 340,000-Mile Rental Camper Van 

We tracked down one of Escape's infamous converted rental campers. Would you be brave enough to buy one?

Image of Star Wars Galactic Racer
Video Games

Star Wars: Galactic Racer From Ex-Burnout Devs Comes Out October 6

This futuristic racer from former Criterion staff is looking really enticing, even if you don't care about Star Wars.

GM V8 production line
The Downshift

GM’s Spending $505M To Build Next-Gen V8 Engines in Canada: TDS

The new V8 engines are destined for GM's full-size trucks and SUVs.

Honda Civic EK hatch
For Sale

These Still Exist? Stock Honda Civic EK Hatch Surfaces for Sale With 90,000 Miles

Judging by all the other EK hatches on the road today, it takes serious restraint to leave the springs uncut on one of these.

Screenshot of gameplay of Parking Garage Rally Circuit, on the Turin track.
Video Games

Race on the Fiat Factory Roof Test Track in This Charming Indie Game

Parking Garage Rally Circuit's new DLC doubles the track count and includes one of the coolest fictional circuits we've ever seen in a racing game.

Bad Cat Engineering's Maximum Meows NSX Header
Acura News

This Acura NSX With a Custom 6-to-1 Header Makes Awesome Wookiee Noises

Ever heard an Acura NSX with a 6-to-1 header? Now you have.

Astrobotic rotating detonation rocket engine
Watch This

Just Look at the Spiral Exhaust Flame Thrown by This Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine

There's a somewhat simple explanation behind the rocket science at play here, but the visual result is astounding.

The Drivecast Ep. 14 Hero
Podcasts

They Spent Billions. They Built the Future. Then It All Fell Apart

It’s the state of the EV union—how automakers are reacting to the uncertainty, whether they’re over-correcting, and what comes next.

The VW ID Polo rear 3/4 view
The Downshift

Volkswagen’s EV for the People Actually Looks Pretty Fantastic: TDS

VW's new ID Polo is the Chevy Bolt competitor we could use—and, most importantly, isn't inexplicably going away after just one year.

Infiniti QX65 front 3/4 view
Infiniti Reviews

2027 Infiniti QX65 First Drive Review: Showing Up Isn’t Enough

If Infiniti pulls off that comeback its been teasing, it won't be because of the QX65.

BFGoodrich Trail Terrain T/A+
News

BFG’s New Trail-Terrain T/A+ Promises Better Efficiency and Wet Handling for Light Off-Roaders

BFG's on-road all-terrain tire just got an overhaul. We're going to test it for ourselves.

Rivians in front of Alaskan flag.
Rivian News

Alaska Rivian Owners Are Getting Screwed Out of Warranty Work by EV Shipping Restrictions

Free warranty work now costs thousands of dollars in shipping after major carriers banned EVs from boats over fire risk.

Panelescent gauges in a 1966 Dodge Charger lit up.
History

This 1960s-Era Electroluminescent Gauge Cluster Is So Much Better Than a Screen

Over a half century ago, a new lighting technology made car gauges look better than ever before—or, frankly, ever after.

Ford Mustang GTD dyno run
Ford News

Ford Mustang GTD Dyno Run Reveals How Much HP It Really Makes

Ford claims 815 horsepower at the crank, but how much of that makes it to the ultra-wide rear tires?

Cadillac’s Miami F1 Livery Is a Black-and-White Beauty
F1

Cadillac’s Miami F1 Livery Is a Black-and-White Beauty

Way to show off on your first race at home, Cadillac F1 Team.

2026 Honda Passport TrailSport Tow Test: Maxing It Out
Honda Passport

2026 Honda Passport TrailSport Tow Test: Maxing It Out

After nearly eight months with the Honda Passport TrailSport, we put its 285 hp, 262 lb-ft of torque, and 5,000-pound towing capacity to the test.

GM HD Truck Production
The Downshift

GM’s Profits Are Up 22%. Trucks Did It: TDS

General Motors raised its profit outlook for the year by $500 million based upon truck and SUV sales despite high gas prices.