
What is this, a review for dogs? Well, sort of! In this section of The Drive, we review cars for pet friendliness and owner convenience, recommend products for safe animals transportation, and share tips for successful road trips with your furry friends on board.
Will It Dog?
Don’t Call It a Toyota: The GR GT Is a V8 Hybrid Race Car for the Road
GR’s long-awaited flagship was developed from scratch right alongside its racing counterpart. And no—it doesn’t wear a Toyota or Lexus badge.
Lexus Commits to Electric LFA Successor
The old LFA had a V10. The next one won’t have a gasoline engine at all.
Why Trump’s Call for Legalizing Kei Cars in the US Is Fake News
American car buyers have rejected small vehicles in the last few decades. But hey, maybe a Presidential decree for “cute” cars will change things.
The Wireless Charger in the New Nissan Pathfinder Is the First to Really, Truly Get It Right
I got a glimpse at the near future of in-car wireless charging, and I’m pleased to say it finally looks bright.
Cities: Skylines II Is Secretly a Car Game—and it Doesn’t Suck Anymore
The city simulator launched two years ago in a… questionable state. Now it’s finally in a decent place.
Crown Vics With 10-Speed Swaps? This Shop Says It’s the Future
Going from a four-speed automatic to a 10R80 unlocks a whole new world of performance and drivability.
Nissan Isn’t Doing Normal Hybrids. Here’s Why
When Nissan’s own hybrids finally arrive in the States next year, they won’t work like most others.
Over 72,000 Ram Trucks Recalled Because Digital Gauge Clusters Could Go Dark: TDS
If your truck’s digital gauge cluster fails to display you can’t see which gear the truck’s in or how fast you’re going.
2027 BMW iX3 First Drive Review: Better Than BMW’s Best
The BMW X3 hits a sweet spot for luxury SUVs, and the electric iX3 betters it.
Trump Is Gutting Fuel Economy Standards for New Cars in Huge CAFE Rollback
The Trump administration claims this move will reduce the cost of new cars by “almost $1,000,” but has not specified how.
Porsche Is Adding Fake Gear Shifts to Its EVs, 2027 Taycan Will Be First: Exclusive
Porsche will follow Hyundai’s lead and add a “virtual transmission” to its EVs in the name of driver engagement.
Q4 Auto Sales Numbers Are Going to Be Rough
October and November have given us two consecutive months of “meh.” Our hopes aren’t high for December.
I Found a Grandma-Owned Nissan 240SX and Turned It Into My JDM Dream Car
I had no intention of keeping this car stock when I got it, but even OEM purists should appreciate the build’s direction.
What’s Really Happening to Your Tires When You’re Driving Fast
We drove a Porsche on glass so you can see how your tires behave mid-corner.
Clean The Snow Off Your Wheels ASAP
Even a small clump of stubborn snow can throw off your tire balance. If it doesn’t melt right away, clean it off with a thick glove.
Doing It Big: Cadillac Will Unveil F1 Livery in Super Bowl Commercial
An American F1 team showing off its car during the Super Bowl? I can already see the Europeans rolling their eyes.
The Average Gallon of Gas Now Costs Less Than $3 in the US: TDS
It’s been four years since the average price of a gallon of gas in the U.S. was less than $3.
Add AI to the List of Reasons You Can’t Trust Online Car Dealer Reviews
Maybe Ford has a secret “Cheaper by the Dozen” Edition F-150 with three rows—or maybe it’s just slop.
Design Boss Behind Controversial Jaguar Rebrand Has Reportedly Been Fired
Gerry McGovern, Chief Creative Officer at JLR largely responsible for Jaguar’s rebrand, has been let go from the company according to reports.
Subaru Owners Are Ticked About In-Car Pop-Up Ads for SiriusXM
Several are going as far as notifying the feds by filing complaints with the NHTSA.
Yuki Tsunoda Out at Red Bull F1, Isack Hadjar In
After 20 disappointing weekends as Max Verstappen’s teammate, Tsunoda is being demoted to reserve driver in 2026. It’s now Hadjar’s time to shine.