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The Bugatti Tourbillon was revealed in 2024, and now that customer deliveries have begun in 2026, the Molsheim-based automaker is preparing its next big thing, an even more extreme version of the V16 hypercar. According to a report by The Supercar Blog, the next Bug will be a mix of the Tourbillon and the Bolide, Bugatti's track-only hypercar based on the Chiron. This new incarnation of the Tourbillon will reportedly form part of Programme Solitaire, a division of Bugatti dedicated to highly bespoke coachbuilt special editions that gave us the one-off Brouillard and the one-off F.K.P. Hommage.

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With the outrage around Ferrari’s radical EV beginning to settle, attention is shifting toward a more important question: why would a company so obsessed with heritage deliberately unveil something so divisive? For a marque built on timeless proportions, racing pedigree, and emotional design, the decision appears counterintuitive. Yet Ferrari is not operating in isolation. Across the luxury automotive space, flagship EVs such as Jaguar’s Type 001, the Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupé, and the Lucid Air have embraced styling that feels intentionally unconventional rather than universally appealing.

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Part of the reason is strategic. Ferra...

A Gas-Powered Twist?

One of the latest shifts in the car industry is that some automakers are bringing back combustion powertrains, with Ram reviving the 1500 TRX and its Hemi V8. However, market preferences still vary, with the U.S. remaining more receptive to combustion-powered performance vehicles than some other regions.

That raises the question of whether the production version of the Audi Concept C, seen as the spiritual successor to the TT, could get a combustion powertrain to cater to American buyers. After all, it is related to the planned all-electric Porsche 718, which is reportedly...

The Toyota Century SUV, conceived as the absolute pinnacle of Japanese automotive luxury—traditionally reserved for emperors, prime ministers, and top-tier executives—represents a masterclass in quiet, understated opulence. In its home market of Japan, Toyota positions the Century brand as a direct competitor to Western ultra-luxury icons, slapping the Century SUV with a starting price of roughly $169,900.

But take that same vehicle, filter it through the complex reality of Russia’s automotive gray market, and the laws of economics distort entirely. A lightly used 2024 Century SUV recently surfaced for sale at a luxury dealership in Moscow with a...

Many of the things that we car fanatics associate with Ferrari are either long gone or on their last legs. Elegance and exoticism are fading with the introduction of the Luce EV, manual transmissions are nowhere in the lineup, and only the 12Cilindri still has a V12 engine. It's also the only naturally aspirated product in Ferrari's range, but if a new report from The Supercar Blog is accurate, Maranello's finest will be introducing a new free-breathing V12-powered offering with a manual gearbox, albeit as a new variant of the 12Cilindri. According to the publication, this will be...

Save the V8s

The old adage of 'there's no replacement for displacement' is becoming more and more difficult to apply these days. Downsized turbos have become commonplace, effectively replacing displacement, and the same could be said about hybridization. V12s are on thin ice, and V8s, while not (yet) endangered, are a threatened species.

At least there are conservation efforts to keep V8s around for longer. For starters, cars that were previously offered with 12 cylinders are going for V8s. America is also doing its part. Some automakers have been vocal about...

Bronco Owners Know The Routine

One of the Ford Bronco’s major selling points, much like the Jeep Wrangler’s, is its open-air driving experience, which allows owners to remove the hard top and doors. But even though the process is designed to be fairly straightforward, at least for the roof, switching to the open-air configuration can still be a hassle.

Now, Ford appears to be exploring ways to simplify the process after filing two patent applications with the United States Patent and Trademark Office that could deliver an open-air experience without requiring owners to dism...

The Return of the Gamma

This is your first look at the new Lancia Gamma. Launching later this year, the new Gamma will come with both hybrid and fully electric powertrains. Designed and produced in Italy, this crossover's production units will come from Stellantis' Melfi plant.

The Stellantis Group stated in its press release that the new Lancia Gamma is almost ready, with the first vehicles already undergoing road testing. It's almost ready for primetime, and order books will be opened after the summer season.

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A New Kind Of Toyota

Toyota enters new territory in 2026 as the 2027 GR GT halo sports car goes on sale with a price tag of over $225,000 (final price not announced). A sports car from a non-luxury brand at this price point is not unheard of, as the the Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X starts at $209,700 and the Ford Mustang GTD currently sells for over $325,000.

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Preparing a dealer network to sell such a unique car like the GR GT, even one with previous experience...

Ford is being sued by the owner of a Transit Trail for allegedly not meeting the van’s advertised off-road capabilities. Revealed in 2022, the Ford Transit Trail comes with a 3.5-inch lift, standard all-wheel drive with Slippery and Mud driving modes, plus the brand’s 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6. These features, together with 30.5-inch Goodyear Wrangler Workhorse all-terrain tires, promised a practical van that could much more comfortably be driven off-road. But Ford’s troubles started with a recall in 2024 due to those chunky tires rubbing up against the wheel arch liner. A subsequent fix was announced with smaller tires, but th...

The Ultimate Range Rover Arrives

The new Range Rover SV Ultra is now available in JaguarLand Rover’s U.S. configurator. For those unfamiliar, it is the most luxurious take on the Range Rover yet, pushing the SUV further into ultra-luxury territory with exclusive styling and unique features, including a state-of-the-art sound system.

Unlike the Range Rover SV Black, the flagship Range Rover SV Ultra focuses more on creating a lounge-like luxury experience than making the SUV sportier. Martin Limpert, global managing director of Range Rover, described it as “one of the finest expressions of Rang...

From the moment the Lamborghini Temerario debuted, there has been constant speculation about whether it will follow the lead of its Huracán predecessor and share its powertrain and chassis with Audi for a new R8 supercar, and in 2026, the signs that it will do just that are becoming clearer and clearer. During a media roundtable this month, Audi CEO Gernot Döllner was asked about a third-gen R8, and not only did he mention the Temerario's redline without any encouragement, indicating he knows it off the top of his head, but he laughed and called a new R8 a...

Honda’s Only Truck Is Taking a Break

The Honda Ridgeline has always played by its own rules in the American truck market. It’s one of the last unibody pickups left, sharing that distinction with the Ford Maverick. While most rivals like the Toyota Tacoma and Ford Ranger stick to body-on-frame construction, the Ridgeline goes the other way, prioritizing crossover-like comfort while still delivering the utility expected of a midsize truck.

That approach has earned the Ridgeline a loyal following, even if it’s never been a big seller. For Honda, though, it’s the Japane...

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and Consumer Reports have collaborated to find the best and safest new vehicles for teenagers. As teens have a higher driver risk profile due to inexperience, the two authorities only selected vehicles with lower horsepower relative to weight, and those with good safety ratings. Hyundai and Mazda have the most models in the recommended list, but cars from Toyota, Ford, Honda, Kia, Nissan, Subaru, and Volkswagen also made an appearance. Here's a look at the best choices for first-time drivers.

Related: IIHS Tested 16 New Cars, But Only Two Earned The...

Import Tariffs

Tariffs have been the center of the automotive world for the past year. The current administration, in a bid to protect American-made cars and production facilities that give more jobs, raised tariffs on cars imported into the country.

While the "Trump Tariffs" have eventually been accepted and worked around, there are still looming threats to certain brands stemming from new decisions and production plans.

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It was recently announced by the world's largest automaker that its supply of GR Corollas in America will shift...

Revamped Seltos Arriving Soon

The 2027 Kia Seltos is arriving this summer with a boxier design, more tech, and a step up in overall feel compared to the outgoing model. Autoblog had the chance to drive it in South Korea, and it was clear that the Seltos has grown up. The cabin materials are better, the back seat is more practical, and the hybrid quietly stands out if you care about efficiency.

However, we still don’t know how much the 2027 Seltos will cost. Fortunately, CarsDirect got a hold of Kia’s ordering guide, giving us an e...

As the best-selling three-row SUV in America, the Explorer is a key model in Ford’s lineup, outselling even more modern rivals like the Kia Telluride and Hyundai Palisade. The 2027 version of the vehicle is expected to be officially announced later this year, but the order guide has been shared online, giving us an early look at what to expect. Along with some new packages and colors, Ford will also be expanding availability of the 3.0-liter EcoBoost V6 engine. Here’s everything we know about updates to one of the country’s favourite SUVs, so you may want to hold o...

The day after Ferrari unveiled its first-ever electric vehicle, it is becoming quite clear that the Luce is the most controversial production car in Maranello’s history.

It’s not just the fact that it’s battery electric; the design is also very uncharacteristic for the brand. It looks so unlike any other Ferrari in history that you’d be hard pressed to recognize it as a Ferrari if you stripped away the prancing horse badges.

What’s more, the starting price of around $640,000—much higher than the average selling price of a new Ferrari of $527,000...

Smoke Show At Triple-Digit Speeds

Remember Hennessey Performance’s Dodge Challenger Demon 1700 project, which, as the name suggests, is claimed to produce a staggering 1,700 horsepower? Well, the car recently underwent its final validation test drive, and according to driver and company president Alex Roys, it laid down a rolling burnout at 100 mph.

Doing a burnout from a standstill already puts a lot of stress on components like the engine and transmission, so pulling one off at 100 mph takes enormous power to spin the wheels faster than the car itself is moving. That power comes from a...

Muscle car fans want one thing and one thing only from Dodge: to bring back the HEMI V8-powered Charger.

It looks like their wish is about to be granted as Dodge’s parent company Stellantis last week showed no fewer than 20 new cars to select U.S. media outlets, and a HEMI V8 Charger was among these models that are slated to debut by 2030.

While Dodge has hinted several times at the return of the HEMI Charger, this is the first concrete evidence that the new Charger is indeed getting the automaker’s signature V8 e...

Fans of the Tesla Model 3 were offered more excitement when the Model 3 Performance launched, but they've never been given a full-on Plaid variant like the Model S. That may soon change if Tesla Vice President of Vehicle Engineering, Lars Moravy, gets his way. Speaking on the Ride the Lightning podcast recently, he said that a tri-motor Model 3, or Model 3 Plaid, effectively, is something that he's constantly turning over in his head. "I think about it all the time," he said when asked if a third motor could be fitted to the Model 3. With the Model S and Model X...

Giga Texas Confirmed For Roadster Production

The Roadster 2.0 has fresh rumors nearly a decade after its announcement. It debuted alongside the Tesla Semi, a truck still missing after eight years of delays while rivals race ahead. In an interview with the Ride The Lightning podcast, Tesla executives recently confirmed Giga Texas will handle Roadster manufacturing. However, the actual start date remains a mystery. Elon Musk promised an April re-unveiling, but June approaches with no prototypes in sight.

This news arrives as Tesla pivots toward autonomous vehicles, robots, and artificial intelligence. The flagship Model S and...

The first-ever all-electric Ferrari has debuted as the Luce, and its design is somehow even more controversial than the electric powertrain. The online configurator is already live, and to see if we could find a spec that isn't egregious, we looked at all the options, of which there are several. In fact, there are 35 colors on offer, several carbon fiber additions, and two wheel designs (23-inch in front and 24-inch at the rear, the largest ever fitted to a Ferrari). You can also choose to add Ferrari shields to the front fenders, a Prancing Horse to the front doors...

The latest Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe was revealed last week, and it's become an EV with wonky styling. Larte Design has been hard at work on its predecessor, which still has a V8, and the tuning outfit has made it look just as wild, albeit in a completely different manner. The company has unveiled its new Signature 12-piece dry carbon body kit for the 2024-2026 AMG GT 4-Door, and because the hardware mounts where Mercedes has already created holes, the entire kit not only fits well but can also be reversed without leaving any trace of damage. It's pretty...

The Lotus Emira has received rave reviews from all over the world so far, helping solidify the British brand’s reputation as a maker of ultra lightweight, fun-to-drive sports cars at a time when the company was on a path to an all-electric future.

As you probably know, things have changed and earlier this month Lotus backtracked on its EV-only focus, announcing a multi-powertrain strategy where plug-in hybrid powertrains will play a big role going forward. As part of its new strategy called Focus 2030, a 986-horsepower hybrid V8 supercar will arrive in 2028, and it’s expected to dust...

A Dying Breed?

Once the world's most common transmission, the manual faces a cloudy future. It's not just because fewer and fewer people are opting for it, as other parts of the world still offer a good number of vehicles with it. Rather, electrification is making it increasingly difficult to integrate.

That said, several automakers are trying to find ways to keep three-pedal driving alive. For instance, Subarufiled a patent for EVs, and possibly, hybrids, and more recently, Hyundai is having a crack at it, too. If there were no market for manuals, there wouldn't...

The Cummins Generation That Comes with Baggage

Cummins is a trusted name in diesel engines. Its oil-burner motos run everything from Ram HD trucks to buses, generators, and heavy equipment. The 6.7-liter Cummins, in particular, built its name on durability and torque that keep owners coming back, especially those who require a reliable workhorse.

But the fifth-generation 6.7-liter Cummins, launched in 2019 Ram HD trucks, has picked up some baggage. Owners and diesel specialists have flagged issues with the valvetrain, which can quickly turn fuel system problems and skipped maintenance into major failures – even fire risks.

The Citroen 2CV – the storied mobiliser of post-war France is set to return, this time as a low-cost electric vehicle aimed squarely at Europe’s growing demand for affordable EVs. According to reports, the reborn 2CV will sit below the upcoming Citroën ë-C3 in pricing, potentially targeting a sub-$17,000 price point. Unlike retro-inspired EVs that chase premium buyers, the new 2CV is expected to stay true to the original’s utilitarian ethos: lightweight, simple, practical, and inexpensive to run. The model will reportedly use parent company Stellantis’ low-cost Smart Car platform, which already underpins the ë-C3, helping keep development...

Two-door hatchbacks may be exceedingly rare today, but one of the coolest examples of the kind was the Honda CRX. The second-generation model is particularly loved and still looks fantastic today, while its VTEC engine and double-wishbone suspension made it a lot more fun than the average hatch back then. Two independent designers have now shown us what a modern CRX could look like, and the result is stunning. In fact, it makes me wish this was the car Honda revived instead of the Prelude or even the Acura Integra. 

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Personalization For All

In a highly competitive automotive industry, brands are trying new ways to entice buyers and gain an edge by offering something the competition doesn't. While dealerships compete on pricing and promos, the brand itself can offer unique products that might sway people to buy from them.

Mazda's approach has always been different from most people's, and in Japan, they're offering something pretty cool to buyers of the all-new CX-5. Something they needed help from an exclusive tuner.

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Porsche Never Wanted a Pickup, But Someone Else Did

European luxury brands and pickups usually feel like an awkward combination. Mercedes-Benz tried with the X-Class, a premium truck that struggled to shake the perception that it was essentially a dressed-up Nissan before disappearing after only a few years. BMW, oddly enough, once built an E30 M3 pickup for internal factory use and quietly kept it for more than two decades, but it was never meant for public sale.

Meanwhile, Porsche has always kept its lineup to SUVs, coupes, and sports cars. The Cayenne showed they...

Gas Changes The Math

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which has pushed gas prices higher, has put electrified vehicles such as hybrids in the spotlight due to their improved fuel efficiency. At the same time, because hybrids are usually more expensive than their gas-only counterparts, it has also raised questions about the break-even point between the two powertrain options.

A study from JATO provides insight into how rising gas prices affect the break-even point of hybrids, at least in the case of the Honda CR-V. The CR-V is the automaker’s best-selling model in...

Late last year, Nissan announced plans to expand the Nismo performance brand. This initiative aims to boost the number of Nismo vehicle shipments and take advantage of the booming restoration market; for Nissan, this would involve icons like the Skyline GT-R. Living up to this promise, Nissan has now announced the establishment of one the first Nismo Performance Centers outside Japan. Australia, which has a passionate GT-R community, is the chosen market for these new centers. The development raises hopes for classic Nissan sports car fans in other regions, which may also enjoy access to performance parts and specialized...

Last week, Mercedes revealed the bonkers AMG GT 4-Door EV, but all-electric power isn't the only path the German brand is taking to performance. As reported by Motor Trend, AMG CEO Michael Schiebe has confirmed that a new V8 engine will arrive by the end of 2026, with Mercedes-Benz CEO Ola Källenius revealing it will be produced in three forms: "the Mercedes-Benz [version], the AMG [version], and the 'go crazy' AMG [version]." In other words, the 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged flat-plane crank V8 that appeared in the new S-Class is just the tip of the iceberg, with 530 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of t...

Stellantis dominated the news last week with its Investor Day 2026 event, announcing 60 new launches and 50 model refreshes by 2030 across its entire 14-brand global portfolio as part of its Fastlane 2030 plan.

While the automaker announced a focus on four global brands—Jeep, Ram, Fiat and Peugeot—it will continue to bring new products to its five regional brands (Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroën, Dodge, and Opel/Vauxhall), as well as the Maserati luxury brand.

We’ve already covered the new products Chrysler and Dodge are planning to launch by 2030, and we’ve also touched on the new launc...

Automotive recalls are meant to provide a fix for a safety issue, but it doesn’t always work out that way. For Kia, its legal troubles have just escalated after complaints that a 2025 piston oil ring recall was ineffective. The case will now go to court after a judge denied Kia’s motion to dismiss, and over 100,000 Seltos and Soul crossovers allegedly remain plagued by a defect that could cause their engines to fail entirely. Here’s a closer look at what’s happening.

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The Futuristic Ioniq 3

Hyundai is clearly focusing its future design on software, integrated screens, and a cleaner cabin. The Ioniq 3 is a clear example of this, especially inside, where a large infotainment system runs on the Pleos Connect platform.

Not everything is moving to touchscreens, though. Hyundai says the frequently used controls will still be physical. Even so, the main display is set to take center stage, handling navigation, media, connectivity, and other key functions.

The next Kona looks set to follow this approach. Spy shots from Automatta_ show a prototype with a...

Ferrari Quebec Under Fire

Following reports of a Montreal man suing Ferrari Quebec for $20.8 million after suffering second- and third-degree burns at the dealership, CTV News obtained surveillance footage of the fiery incident. The footage showed how quickly the Ferrari became engulfed in flames, with the lawsuit alleging the incident was caused not by mechanical failure, but by negligence on the part of the dealership.

The car previously believed to be involved was a Ferrari 360 Spider, the convertible version of the model. However, the latest footage suggests it may have actually been a 360 Challenge Stradale...

UPDATE (Wed, May 27, 4:13 AM PT): Multiple NWS offices have upgraded their Wind Advisories tied to the same Sierra storm system. NWS Hanford's 2:16 AM PDT bulletin flags US-395 directly, along with State Routes 14, 58, and 178, with gusts up to 50 mph through 11 AM Wednesday. NWS Phoenix raised the gust forecast to 55 mph for the southwest corner of Imperial County through 5 AM Thursday. NWS Elko warns of gusts near 55 mph across northern Nevada from 7 AM to 8 PM Wednesday. NWS San Diego is calling for gusts up to 65 mph in the Riverside and San Diego County Mountains and San Gorgonio Pass through 5 AM Thursday...

New Models from Subaru?

It's only recently that Subaru has been introducing new nameplates in its lineup. That's largely in part to its expanding EV lineup, but the hybrid and combustion-powered models have remained largely the same. With that, the company's latest trademark filings are a bit of a mystery.

Earlier this year, Subaru filed for the trademarks ACX and VPX. It's not the typical nomenclature from the brand, as it tends to use actual words to name its vehicles, save for the BRZ. More interestingly, the company also wants to claim the names ACX...