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What Are Age Requirements for Curacao Jetski Rental? Jetskiing is one of the most exciting ways to explore the sparkling waters of Curacao, offering an unforgettable adventure for tourists and…
F1 in Italy: Look what happens when the downforce comes off
That was enough to allow Piastri past. However, the team instructed the championship leader to slow down and relinquish the position to Norris. It was a team mistake, not a…
The Polestar 5 electric sedan makes its world debut
Today, Polestar debuted its newest model. Just as three is followed by four, next in the series comes five—in this case the Polestar 5. And the new EV is a…
Porsche’s insanely clever hybrid engine comes to the 911 Turbo S
Today, Porsche debuted a new 911 variant at the IAA Mobility show in Munich, Germany. It’s the most powerful 911 to date, excluding some limited-run models, and may well be…
Porsche’s next Cayenne is fully electric—we drove the prototype
The original Cayenne saved Porsche. How will the fourth-generation model do? Porsche The original Cayenne saved Porsche. How will the fourth-generation model do? Porsche The development drive was a mix…
Slate Auto’s sub-$30,000 EV pickup is due next year—here’s the factory
WARSAW, Indiana—The Blank Slate pickup scratches a particular itch for some, fulfilling the desire for an EV powertrain without all the bells and whistles associated with a modern vehicle. Gone…
BMW debuts 6th-generation EV powertrain in the all-electric iX3
BMW provided flights from Washington, DC, to Munich and accommodation so Ars could be briefed on the iX3. Ars does not accept paid editorial content. BMW has an all-electric replacement…
Honda combines Type-R handling with hybrid efficiency for 2026 Prelude
At the end of last year, we learned that Honda was bringing back the Prelude. Although Honda has varied the ingredients over the years, the recipe for the Prelude remains…
Beyond technology? How Bentley is reacting to the 21st century.
Chinese manufacturers are embedding more digital bells and whistles that impact all segments of the market, and not just in China. “Just as in other segments, the Chinese OEMs are…
Audi design finds its minimalist groove again with Concept C
Fans of the TT rejoice—there’s a new Audi two-seater on the way. The German automaker just unveiled Concept C, a stylish and minimalist sports car that marks the start of…
Chinese EV buyers are cooling on Tesla and BYD
Meanwhile, BYD now accounts for 1.1 percent of all new cars sold in the European Union. There is one bright spot for Tesla, however—it sold 8,370 cars in Turkey in…
Tesla has a new master plan—it just doesn’t have any specifics
Tesla also disbanded the team building its “Dojo” supercomputer several weeks ago. Much touted by Musk in the past as the key to beating autonomous vehicle developers like Waymo (which…
Tesla denied having fatal crash data until a hacker found it
Tesla only acknowledged that it had received the data once the police took the Tesla’s damaged infotainment system and autopilot control unit to a Tesla technician to diagnose, but at…
Porsche adds digital keys, in-car gaming to 2026 Macan Electric
There’s also a trained parking feature, which lets you record up to five parking routines. Once the car recognizes it’s in a parking environment that it knows, it will offer…
As GM prepares to switch its EVs to NACS, it has some new adapters
The first adapter that GM released, which cost $225, allowed CCS1-equipped EVs to connect to a NACS charger. But now, GM will have a range of adapters so that any…
2025 VW Jetta GLI: Save the manuals, but not like this
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2025 Mazda MX-5 RF review: Buy the soft top; the hardtop sucks
As a former (NA) MX-5 owner myself, I was rather excited at the prospect of the RF. It sounded like all the MX-5 stuff I loved, but with less risk…
Study shows which vehicles pollute the least in every US county
Greenhouse gas reduction is no longer a priority for the US government, but if you’re looking for a new vehicle and want to buy something with the lowest life cycle…
At the top of the market, EV hypercars are a disappearing breed
Ford provided flights from Albany to San Francisco and accommodation so Ars could attend Monterey Car Week. Ars does not accept paid editorial content. Monterey Car Week is an annual…
Americans’ junk-filled garages are hurting EV adoption, study says
Creating garage space would increase the number of homes capable of EV charging from 31 million to more than 50 million. And when we include houses where the owner thinks…
Humans intervened every 9 minutes in AAA test of driver assists
As most people who have used adaptive cruise control in traffic can no doubt appreciate, the most common event that required intervention was a car ahead cutting into the driver’s…
Nissan announces 2026 Leaf pricing, starting at $29,990
The Leaf SV+ adds bigger wheels and a better infotainment system, and it can be fitted with an optional battery heater for those in cold climates. This trim will cost…
Porsche’s best daily driver 911? The 2025 Carrera GTS T-Hybrid review.
The added displacement—0.6 L larger than the engine you’ll find in the regular 911—is to compensate for not being able to alter the fuel ratio. And for the first time…
Here’s Acura’s next all-electric RSX crossover
“The Acura RSX has a sporty coupe style that expresses the performance that comes from excellent aerodynamics,” said Yasutake Tsuchida, Acura creative director and vice president of American Honda R&D.…
Mercedes-Benz Vision V Concept: Is this the solution or a sideshow?
An orange tint of smoke in the air always contributes to dramatic lighting for sunrise photos in Los Angeles. But this early in the fire season, the coloring serves as…
The case for commuting by motorcycle
What exactly constitutes “All the gear?” To start, you need a full-face helmet, ideally with a Snell or ECE safety rating. It doesn’t have to be expensive; there are plenty…
Polestar sets production car record for longest drive on a single charge
Wait, are you sure that’s a record? Booker, Clarke, and Parker drove an impressive distance on a single charge, but “longest EV drive on a single charge” is a slightly…
Rad Power’s Radster: A very non-radical commuter bike
Rad Power’s system uses large, orange arrows on the display to tell you when the directionals are on, and which direction is being signaled. It takes a little while to…
$30K Ford EV truck due in 2027 with much-simpler production process
Ford will debut a new midsize pickup truck in 2027 with a targeted price of $30,000, the automaker announced today. The as-yet unnamed pickup will be the first of a…
Ford switches gears, will push smaller EVs over full-size pickup and van
The Ford Motor Company is adjusting its electric vehicle strategy. The automaker will prioritize smaller and more affordable EVs ahead of the replacement for the F-150 Lightning fullsize pickup truck…
2025 Subaru WRX tS review: A scalpel-sharp chassis lets this car dance
The 11.6-inch portrait-oriented infotainment screen returns, and while it packs all the obvious functionality, such as Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a decent native navigation system, it still suffers from…
2025 Porsche Panamera Turbo S: A different approach to a luxury sedan
REIDEN, Germany—There is a lot to be said for testing a car on the roads it was developed on. A Kei car, for example, makes more sense in downtown Tokyo…
Trump’s trade and environment policies are a disaster for carmakers
All of that is now subject to new import tariffs, which drive up the cost of even domestically produced vehicles. Not even highly vertically integrated Tesla is immune. General Motors…
Rivian tells Ohio: Stop blocking us from selling cars to your citizens
Scout Motors, the new SUV brand from Volkswagen Group, has also raised some hackles with its plan to sell direct. VW and Audi dealers are suing the company, claiming they…
2025 Morgan Plus Four review: Apparently, they do still make them like this
Morgan motoring is best when exposed to the elements. Credit: Michael Teo Van Runkle In Sport+, the optional active sports exhaust system ($2,827.50) also helps to impart a slightly more…
BMW’s next EV is its most sustainable car yet—here’s why
Sadly, the US is unlikely to get the Econeer trim, which uses a seat fabric made entirely from recycled PET bottles (instead, we should be getting an eco vinyl option).…
F1 in Hungary: Please stop saying Monaco without the walls
Leclerc stopped early for fresh tires and was followed by Piastri, both now committed to a two-stop race. Norris was back in fifth with little chance of winning at that…
Tesla loses Autopilot wrongful death case in $329 million verdict
Tesla was found partially liable in a wrongful death lawsuit in a federal court in Miami today. It’s the first time that a jury has found against the car company…
Lotus still knows how to make a driver’s car: The 2025 Emira V6, driven
The mid-engine sports car is an increasingly rare breed, but Lotus still carries the torch with its Emira, which is available with a choice of supercharged V6 or turbocharged inline-four…
Formula E cars keep getting faster and faster: What’s next for the sport?
In addition to being bigger and heavier, teams are also going to have high- and low-downforce configurations. Racing drivers will always want more grip, but the addition of aerodynamics to…
Tesla picks LGES, not CATL, for $4.3 billion storage battery deal
Tesla has a new battery cell supplier. Although the automaker is vertically integrated to a degree not seen in the automotive industry for decades, when it comes to battery cells…
2025 Polestar 3 drives sporty, looks sharp, can be a little annoying
Earlier this month, Ars took a look at Volvo’s latest electric vehicle. The EX90 proved to be a rather thoughtful Swedish take on the luxury SUV, albeit one that remains…
F1 in Belgium: The best racetrack in the world
Although the Mclaren is a faster car than either the Red Bull or Ferrari, at Spa its speed came in the corners, and the orange cars were unable to close…
The 2025 Audi RS 3 is a five-cylinder firecracker
First offered in a passenger car by Mercedes-Benz back in 1974, the five-cylinder engine has always been a bit of an automotive oddball. The unconventional configuration eventually gained a foothold…
Going chain-free with the Priority Gemini gravel bike
In combining a belt drive with a gravel bike, Priority Bicycles has put a smart idea into action with the Priority Gemini Smart.Shift. The execution is mostly there, although the…
The electric Stark Varg EX is brutally fast but a little too unrefined
Ride time Take a look at the back wheel of your average electric motorcycle, a Zero or LiveWire or the like, and you’ll see a rubber belt connecting the electric…
Here’s why there are so few new cars for under $30,000
Winners and losers However, averages conceal a lot, and not all cars are becoming more expensive. US-made vehicles got cheaper to the tune of $191 per car, and cars.com says…
Yet another bad three months as Tesla reports its Q2 2025 results
Tesla posted its financial results for the second quarter of 2025 this afternoon. The numbers show yet another bad three months for the automaker. As competition in the EV marketplace…
Audi has a new midsize EV, and we’ve driven it: The 2025 A6 Sportback
Long straight roads glide underneath. Credit: Audi The car’s cabin layout and ergonomics are starting to feel familiar at this point—it shares much not only with the electric Q6 e-tron…
2025 Aston Martin Vanquish Volante: A-M’s ultimate GT goes topless
It’s hard to blame them. Top up or down, the Vanquish’s aesthetic is one of eagerness and aggression, largely due to the F1-derived aero elements to cool the massive power…
Tesla skepticism continues to grow, robotaxi demo fails to impress Austin
Tesla’s eroding popularity with Americans shows little sign of abating. Each month, the Electric Vehicle Intelligence Report surveys thousands of consumers to gauge attitudes on EV adoption, autonomous driving, and…
Mercedes-AMG gives us a ride in its next high-performance EV
Perhaps that’s rightfully so, considering the concept GT XX makes over 1,200 hp (895 kW). Also, as it sits right now, you must be in the Sport+ setting to experience…
Experts lay into Tesla safety in federal autopilot trial
For example, she said Tesla “clearly recognized that mode confusion is an issue—this is where people, for example, think the car is in Autopilot and don’t understand that the Autopilot…
Everything we learned from a week with Apple CarPlay Ultra
Running around Los Angeles, I never found a spot with zero reception (I run e-sims, both Verizon and AT&T simultaneously, for this very reason), but I did purposefully enter airplane…
Feds tell automakers to forget about paying fuel economy fines
Automakers selling cars in the United States now have even less incentive to care about fuel economy. As Ars has noted before, the current administration and its Republican allies in…
2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA feels like a real car, not a science experiment
If you want more power, or more importantly, all-wheel drive, the 350 4Matic delivers. In the normal driving mode, acceleration is even more brisk, but it doesn’t snap your head…
Stellantis abandons hydrogen fuel cell development
Hydrogen is also much less energy-dense by volume, and making the stuff is far from efficient, even when you use entirely renewable electricity. And of course, the vast majority of…
BYD has caught up with Tesla in the global EV race. Here’s how.
“Tesla has partnered with Baidu but Baidu can’t disclose all the data points to Tesla,” Duo adds. “The real-world data is definitely more valuable.” Home field advantage While BYD might…
From the hospital to the car plant: What is GM doing with CT scanners?
“What we’re trying to do is use this tool to look at where the defects are, to change our processes so that when we build it, we don’t have to…
Hyundai’s Ioniq 6 N offers more sound, more shifts, more smiles
In addition to the new sound, the shape of the 6 N is obviously quite a bit different than that of the SUV-silhouette of the Ioniq 5. Being a sedan…
5 big EV takeaways from Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill”
Plus, OBBB got rid of penalties for automakers who fail to meet Corporate Average Fuel Economy standards. These standards have ramped up over the last 50 years and forced auto…
Mazda reveals next-gen CX-5 details, including a hybrid, due in 2027
The new model goes on sale this year in Europe. Credit: Mazda More recently, Mazda borrowed the hybrid powertrain from Toyota’s RAV4 and dropped it into the CX-50—conveniently, both SUVs…
Lamborghini follows successful racing Huracan with new Temerario GT3
Thanks to performance balancing, older GT3 cars like the Huracan are still competitive. But with the road car out of production, it was obvious that a racing version of its…
Life after two-stroke: Rotax electrifies its bike and kart powertrains
Whether I was riding in the rain in Austria or the blazing heat of the Texas sun (115° F/46° C), Rotax’s focus on thermal management kept the two Can-Am bikes…
Why Brembo uses endurance racing as a test bench for brake development
“Ultimately, the more cooling holes, the lower the temperature of the disc,” Miller said. “You have mechanical wear between the disc and the pad, and 350˚ Celsius and below you…
2025 Volvo EX90: A low-key luxury electric SUV
You don’t get some of the same bells and whistles as in a German or Asian luxury car, but the seat massager beats any of them. And Volvo’s interior design…
Rivian’s new Quad-Motor R1T and R1S beat the competition in any conditions
Given that, I’d probably skip the Michelin tire setup. But with it equipped, the truck was impressive. Acceleration was truly eye-opening, as you’d expect, while the ability to seamlessly apply…
Nissan feels the effect of US-China trade war
Nissan’s future product portfolio is feeling the effects of some of Trump’s other policies. Working with congressional Republicans, the president has chosen to end federal tax incentives meant to encourage…
F1 in Britain: Terrible English summer weather equals entertaining race
The heat dome that oppressed much of Europe has broken. Not a drop of rain marred the 24 hour races at Le Mans, the Nürburgring, or Spa-Francorchamps, held unusually over…
2025 VW ID Buzz review: If you want an electric minivan, this is it
Our test Buzz had one option: the two-tone paint job. Jonathan Gitlin Our test Buzz had one option: the two-tone paint job. Jonathan Gitlin Expect to attract plenty of attention…
Tesla Q2 2025 sales dropped more than 13% year over year
Tesla sold 384,122 electric vehicles during the months of April, May, and June of this year. That’s a double-digit decline compared to the same three months of last year—itself no…
From Le Mans to Driven—where does F1: The movie rank?
McQueen might have been one of the world’s biggest movie stars at the time, but he mostly wanted to be a racing driver. He wasn’t bad at it, either—in 1970,…
GOP wants EV tax credit gone; it would be a disaster for Tesla
The Republican Party’s opposition to tax credits for electric vehicles has stepped up a notch. As its members in the US Senate add their input to the budget bill that…
Three axial flux motors and 850 kW fast charging? Meet the GT XX.
The pack in the GT XX concept has 3,000 cells, giving the pack an energy density of 300 Wh/kg. The company, in addition to claiming quick recharging and optimal on-track…
Apple’s push to take over the dashboard resisted by car makers
Of the original 14 brands listed by Apple, Jaguar Land Rover said it was still evaluating the system, while Ford and Nissan along with its Infiniti brand said they had…
Tesla launches robotaxi service in Austin
Tesla’s robotaxi service, touted by Elon Musk as the future of his flagging electric-car maker, launched in the company’s home city of Austin, Texas, on Sunday with about 10 vehicles…
Everything we know about the 2026 Nissan Leaf
The first-generation Nissan Leaf was an incredible achievement for the company and for the industry. A mass-market EV that wasn’t priced out of reach was something the industry needed at…
2025 Audi S5 and A5 first drive: Five-door is the new four-door
The S5 is eager and more engaging to drive than the A5. Jonathan Gitlin The S5 is eager and more engaging to drive than the A5. Jonathan Gitlin Yes, it’s…
The first Corvette hypercar? Chevrolet’s 1,250 hp ZR1X hybrid breaks cover.
The ZR1 engine already produces more than a thousand horsepower; now, it meets an uprated hybrid system from the E-Ray. Credit: Chevrolet To rein in that speed, a massive set…
How Tesla Takedown got its start
Musk offered no proof of his assertions; to a person, every protester who spoke to WIRED insisted that they are not being paid and are exactly what they appear to…
F1 in Canada: Well, that crash was bound to happen
In fact, Red Bull is so concerned that other drivers might try to taunt Verstappen into misbehaving that it spoke to the officials about the matter. Then again, Russell needled…
Here’s Kia’s new small, affordable electric car: The 2026 EV4 sedan
The mesh headrests are a clever touch, as they’re both comfortable and lightweight. The controls built into the side of the passenger seat that let the driver change its position…
Smart tires will report on the health of roads in new pilot program
Do you remember the Pirelli Cyber Tire? No, it’s not an angular nightmare clad in stainless steel. Rather, it’s a sensor-equipped tire that can inform the car it’s fitted to…
The new version of Audi’s best-selling Q5 SUV arrives in the US
Audi provided flights from Washington, DC, to Denver and accommodation so Ars could drive the Q5 and SQ5, as well as two other models you can read about next week.…
Fair or fixed? Why Le Mans is all about “balance of performance” now.
“We had to think of something which will work independently, whether it’s hybrid power or internal combustion engine power. Should we think about fuel only? That will only be concerning,…
All-wheel drive EVs at 210 mph? Formula E’s next car gets massive upgrade.
Power gets a massive increase, from the current 470 hp (350 kW) to 804 hp (600 kW). That’s not far shy of next year’s F1 machines, which will generate 1,006…
Mercedes’ next electric GLC rides great—we’ve driven the prototype
The Sport setting is good, with ride comfort controlled and comfortable while still being firm. If you’re bombing down a back road, I can see being entertained by the setting,…
Protesters summon, burn Waymo robotaxis in Los Angeles after ICE raids
The robotaxi company Waymo has suspended service in some parts of Los Angeles after some of its vehicles were summoned and then vandalized by protesters angry with ongoing raids by…
GOP intensifies war against EVs and efficient cars
Tesla CEO Elon Musk is on record as supporting the repeal of the EV tax credit, as it would hurt his rivals more than Tesla. But yesterday, Musk decried the…
2025 Acura ADX review: A crossover that balances budget with spirit
As you might imagine, a steady stream of cars to review comes and goes from my parking spot. Some weeks, they stand out, like the bright green Aston Martin, the…
Tesla shows no sign of improvement in May sales data
Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s big government adventure appears to be at an end. As promised in April, Musk has returned his attention to his car company, which is facing serious…
F1 in Spain: Now that was a lapse in judgment
Russell was next, at turn 1, giving Verstappen what looked like a dose of his own medicine. The Red Bull was forced to use the escape road and maintained his…
Google Maps can’t explain why it falsely labeled German autobahns as closed
Ars contacted Google to see if the glitch’s cause has been uncovered. A spokesperson remained vague, only reiterating prior statements that Google “investigated a technical issue that temporarily showed inaccurate…
2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 first drive: Engineered for insane speed
Cooling for the ZR1 became an even higher priority, because the LT6 and LT7 employ extremely tight tolerances between the crankshaft and connecting rods, which mandates keeping the 5W-50 oil…
Amazon and Stellantis abandon project to create a digital “SmartCockpit”
Automaker Stellantis and retail and web services behemoth Amazon have decided to put an end to a collaboration on new in-car software. The partnership dates back to 2022, part of…
F1 in Monaco: No one has ever gone faster than that
The principality of Monaco is perhaps the least suitable place on the Formula 1 calendar to hold a Grand Prix. A pirate cove turned tax haven nestled between France and…
200 mph for 500 miles: How IndyCar drivers prepare for the big race
What to expect on Sunday? Kirkwood was bullish about his chances despite starting relatively deep in the field, qualifying in 23rd place. “We’ve been phenomenal in race trim and qualifying,”…
Tesla crushed in Europe as BYD outsells; BEV sales surge 28%
When you look at sales at the brand level, things get a little worse for the American automaker. Volkswagen sold more EVs than anyone else in Europe last month, increasing…
Gazelle Medeo T9 City e-bike review: A steady Dutch ride in lots of sizes
For starters, the bike is almost fully kitted out, with custom fenders and chainguard, a substantial rack, lights, an AXA “cafe” rear wheel lock, and even a bell that actually…
Toyota debuts all-new RAV4 with hybrid and PHEV powertrains only
An all-new version of Toyota’s bestselling RAV4 crossover debuted last night. For generation six, Toyota North America is going all-electrified, with hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains on offer. And while…
Brembo develops brakes with almost no brake dust and less wear
As electric vehicles reduce car exhaust as a source of particulate emissions, people are increasingly focusing on other vehicular sources of pollution that won’t go away with electrification. Tires are…
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 9 first drive: Efficient, for a big one
Only the $58,995 Ioniq 9 S is available with a rear-wheel drive powertrain. In this case, one with 215 hp (160 kW) and 258 lb-ft (350 Nm) and a range…
Removing the weakest link in electrified autonomous transport: Humans
“There are, surprisingly, a lot of trucks today that are standing still or running empty,” Green said. Part of this comes down to poor logistical planning, but a lot is…
F1 in Imola reminds us it’s about strategy as much as a fast car
Sunday brought smiles for the Red Bull and Ferrari teams. In the hands of Verstappen, the Red Bull was about as fast as the black-and-orange McLarens, and while second was…
The 2025 VW Tiguan caters to US tastes at an affordable price
In the modern era, cars keep getting bigger and bigger between generations. Or at least, they’re certainly not getting smaller. That’s especially true in America, where bigger is always better…
Forgive me, Volvo, I was wrong: The 2025 V60 Cross Country review
Perhaps if I was more patient I’d have gotten closer to the EPA combined 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km), too—instead the best I could average was 23 mpg (10.2 L/100…
Tesla changes lease policy, didn’t use old cars as robotaxis
Tesla has raised the ire of some of its customers, who are accusing the carmaker of misleading them. Until recently, it would not allow customers who leased its EVs to…
Apple’s new CarPlay Ultra is ready, but only in Aston Martins for now
It’s a few years later than we were promised, but an advanced new version of Apple CarPlay is finally here. CarPlay is Apple’s way of casting a phone’s video and…
GM’s LMR battery breakthrough means more range at a lower cost
Kelty also believes it just makes sense to localize production. He pointed out that when consumer electronics with batteries took off, the supply chain developed around the customers in Southeast…
2025 Bentley Continental GT: Big power, big battery, big price
It has become common these days to disclose power and torque; in more genteel times, one was simply told that the car’s outputs were “sufficient.” Well, 771 hp (575 kW)…
Trump cuts tariff on UK cars; American carmakers not happy about it
But according to Automotive News Europe, car imports from the UK have increased by 39 percent since 2022, and it’s quite possible that those imports will exceed the new quota…
USPTO refuses Tesla Robotaxi trademark as “merely descriptive”
“We are an AI, robotics company,” Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced last April. Despite the fact that the company’s revenues are overwhelmingly derived from selling new electric vehicles, such prosaic…
Ford raises prices on Mexican-made cars—but not the full tariff cost
Ford also told Ars that it will continue to offer employee pricing to all its customers until at least July 4, even on vehicles made after May 2. Ford published…
Everything you ever wanted to know about four-wheel steering
The second action of active 4WS is same-phase steering angle input to the rear wheels. Turn the wheel right, and the rear wheels also turn slightly to the right. However,…
Musk’s politics see Tesla sales collapse in Europe
Tesla is in deep trouble in Europe. The electric vehicle maker, which once dominated EV sales in the region, is facing sales declines of more than 50 percent in France,…
2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale Turbo review: Italian charm that cuts both ways
They say that with age comes wisdom, so it should come as no surprise that on the eve of Alfa Romeo’s 115th anniversary, the company that originally made its name…
F1 in Miami: Like normal F1, but everyone wears pastels
After a brief reprieve, Formula 1’s teams were back at it this past weekend at the Miami Grand Prix. It was the first of three stops in the US and…
NASCAR, IMSA, IndyCar, F1: GM’s motorsport boss explains why it goes racing
CONCORD, N.C.—We weren’t allowed cameras past the lobby of General Motors’ shiny new Charlotte Technical Center. It’s the automaker’s new motorsport hub in the heart of NASCAR country, but the…
The 2025 Aston Martin Vantage: Achingly beautiful and thrilling to drive
The new infotainment human-machine interface was a little confusing at first; pairing my phone took about 10 minutes but worked out in the end, and wireless Apple CarPlay behaved itself…
Republicans want to tax EV drivers $200/year in new transport bill
WASHINGTON, DC—The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will meet today to discuss its proposed budget legislation, and there’s a doozy in there for drivers of electric vehicles and hybrids. As…
The BYD Dolphin review: Here’s what we’re missing out on in America
Zero to 62 mph (0–100 km/h) takes 7.0 seconds, and the Dolphin tops out at 99 mph (160 km/h). DC fast charging is capped at 88 kW, or 65 kW…
Trump backs down a bit on auto industry tariffs—but only a bit
President Donald Trump is set to ease up slightly on the automotive industry this week. After being warned that his trade war will result in hiked prices and fewer vehicles…
2025 VW Golf R first drive: The R stands for “really good fun”
I remain perpetually wrong-footed by the Volkswagen Golf R, the more powerful all-wheel drive upgrade to the venerable VW Golf GTI. I always expect I’m in for a driving experience…
“We’re in a race with China”—DOT eases autonomous car rules
For crashes where none of those conditions are satisfied, NHTSA has to be notified within 15 days if other conditions are met, including a property damage threshold, as well as…
A $20,000 electric truck with manual windows and no screens? Meet Slate Auto.
In one of the strangest launches we’ve seen in a while, Slate Auto, the reportedly Jeff Bezos-backed electric vehicle startup, unveiled its first EV, the Slate Truck. Notably, the vehicle…
2025 VW Golf GTI: Buttons are back on the menu, smiles never went away
What’s new? The improvements for model year 2025 amount to new bumpers—shades of Mk2, anybody?—and an illuminated VW badge that would have made you the coolest Beastie Boy in 1986.…
Tesla’s Q1 results show the financial cost of Musk’s support for Trump
For Q1 2025, Tesla took in $595 million in regulatory credits. Net income amounted to just $409 million. None of this should be cause for concern, unlike the many times…
Bicycle bling: All the accessories you’ll need for your new e-bike
Giro, Bell, Smith, POC, and Kask are all reputable brands with a wide range of shapes to fit bulbous and diminutive noggins alike. Additionally, helmets are not “buy it for…
2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV SS first drive: A big ride and handling upgrade
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina — Before letting us loose on the freshly laid tarmac of Ten Tenths Motor Club, Chevrolet was at pains to tell us that the new Blazer SS…
Which is the most affordable car rental in Mumbai?
car rental When looking for the most affordable car rental in Mumbai, it’s important to balance cost with quality service, and Sudarshan Cars offers just that. A family-owned business that…
F1 in Saudi Arabia: Blind corners and walls at over 200 mph
That is far closer than F1 has ever been—many longtime fans can remember the days when the gap between first and second on the grid might be more than a…
Cupra is all about affordable cars, funky styling, electrified performance
“So we are part of Volkswagen Group. We have factories all across the whole planet. We have Mexican factories. We have US factories. Even Volkswagen Group is ramping up additional…
Tesla odometer uses “predictive algorithms” to void warranty, lawsuit claims
Tesla is facing a new scandal that once again sees the electric automaker accused of misleading customers. In the past, it has been caught making “misleading statements” about the safety…
What happened when Formula E visited an American oval track?
Time to go for it On lap 14, the actual race broke out as everyone started to push at their actual pace. From single-file slipstreaming to running three-wide in a…
F1 in Bahrain: I dare you to call that race boring
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The Trek Madone SLR 9 AXS Gen 8 tears up the roads and conquers climbs
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Car safety experts at NHTSA, which regulates Tesla, axed by DOGE
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The 2025 Mini Countryman SE: Whimsy doesn’t make up for annoying
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Road deaths fell below 40,000 in 2024, the lowest since 2019
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The Ars cargo e-bike buying guide for the bike-curious (or serious)
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97% of drivers want in-car payment system for tolls, parking, charging
Nearly everyone questioned as part of the research study would probably be OK with that, as long as it translated to a discount for using the in-car payment system; while…
F1 in Japan reminds us a great track might not make for a great race
Throughout the practice sessions, the orange and black McLarens had the measure of everyone else, with Mercedes’ George Russell looking quite quick, too. But Q3 is where it really counts,…
2025 Chevrolet Silverado EV LT review: This is one long pickup truck
At lower speeds, I found the Silverado EV a little more cumbersome. As noted, it’s a very long vehicle, and you need the more expensive RST version if you want…
Employee pricing for all, tariffs on the sticker: OEMs react to tariffs
So VW wants to make it clear to customers why some of its products are about to get more expensive, which it estimates will begin around April 22 or 23.…
2025 Audi RS e-tron GT: More range, more power, still drives like an Audi
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Tesla sales and production slumped heavily in Q1 2025
Tesla posted its production and sales numbers for the first quarter of 2025 this morning, and they continue the bad news streak for the electric automaker. Tesla produced 362,615 vehicles…
Honda will sell off historic racing parts, including bits of Senna’s V10
Honda’s motorsport division must be doing some spring cleaning. Today, the Honda Racing Corporation announced that it’s getting into the memorabilia business, offering up parts and even whole vehicles for…
Trump on car tariffs: “I couldn’t care less if they raise prices”
However, those claims were directly contradicted by Trump this weekend. “No, I never said that. I couldn’t care less if they raise prices, because people are going to start buying…
The 2025 BMW M5 Touring review: Way more power, way too much weight
Basic functions like adjusting the fan speed of the air conditioning system require taking your attention off of the road to call up the comfort settings on the display, and…
Gran Turismo 7 expands its use of AI/ML-trained NPCs with good effect
GT Sophy can now race at 19 tracks, up from the nine that were introduced in November 2023. The AI agent is an alternative to the regular, dumber AI in…
After 50 million miles, Waymos crash a lot less than human drivers
Using human crash data, Waymo estimated that human drivers on the same roads would get into 78 crashes serious enough to trigger an airbag. By comparison, Waymo’s driverless vehicles only…
Auto industry braces for chaos as Trump sets 25% tariff on all imports
Yesterday afternoon, once the markets were closed and could no longer react immediately, US President Donald Trump announced that starting on April 2, all imported automobiles and many imported car…
Red Bull makes up its mind: Liam’s out, Yuki’s in for Japan
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Also, a Rivian EV spinoff, wants us to “move beyond cars”
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How Polestar engineers EVs that can handle brutal winters
The power ratings of the three different Polestars wound up mattering less than how their varying drivetrains managed steering and throttle inputs, sensor measurements, and the resulting power delivery. The…
The 2025 Cadillac Optiq: Sensibly sized and improves on the Equinox EV
On the rough roads of San Francisco, and then up to the headlands of Marin County, the Optiq first rode with more supple compliance, drowning out speed bumps and streetcar…
Did Red Bull build an undriveable car? Questions from the Chinese Grand Prix.
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Boeing will build the US Air Force’s next air superiority fighter
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Do luxury cars come with speakers Bose for cars?
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DOT must not give Tesla or other automakers a free pass, advocates say
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Racer with paraplegia successfully test drives Corvette with hand controls
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Volvo reconstructs crashes with AI in virtual worlds to make safer cars
“One thing is that we develop this in-house now, so instead of relying on suppliers with long deadlines and long process and sending requirements back and forth, we develop the…
Old Bolt, new tricks: Making an EV into a backup power station with an inverter
I first plugged in my desk and all its accompaniments, then nudged and woke up my laptop and monitor: 14.7 watts. That seemed a bit low, given that monitors are…
New EV battery boasts 5-min charge time, adding 250 miles of range
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The 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ first drive: 460 miles on a single charge
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A tough race for the rookies as F1 starts 2025 in Australia
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Used Tesla prices tumble as embarrassed owners look to sell
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The EPA is scrapping fuel economy regs, claiming it will bring back US jobs
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Toyota tunes up bZ4x with new battery, more power
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Despite everything, US EV sales are up 28% this year
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BEVs are better than combustion: The 2025 BMW i4 xDrive40 review
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Yes, you get used to the grille: The 2025 BMW 430i Gran Coupe review
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Maserati kills electric version of MC20 supercar for lack of demand
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VW is testing its robotaxis in snowy, icy Norway
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Volkswagen gets the message: Cheap, stylish EVs coming from 2026
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Protests, broken windows, even arson: Tesla’s massive Elon problem
But for some people, simply not buying a Tesla isn’t enough to sufficiently register their displeasure. This past weekend, there were demonstrations outside Tesla showrooms across the United States. A…
The 2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe proves to be a real crowd-pleaser
The 27-inch OLED screen combines the main instrument display and an infotainment screen. It’s a big improvement on what you’ll find in older GV80s (and G80s and GV70s), and the…
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA is good enough to make a believer out of EV skeptics
And, when you run out of juice, the new CLA’s 800-volt architecture enables charging rates of up to 320 kW. That theoretically means 186 miles (300 km) of charge in…
Driving the new Mercedes CLA made me a believer in Mercedes-Benz’s EV future
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Driving an EV restomod that costs as much as a house—the JIA Chieftain
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Kia’s EV strategy: Smaller, cheaper cars like the EV3 hatch and EV4 sedan
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Yes, it turns out you can make a Tesla Cybertruck even uglier
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There’s a battery bigger than in most BEVs inside the Ramcharger hybrid
Ram’s 1500 Ramcharger goes on sale later this year, and the company is taking a slightly different approach to its electrified truck than rivals Ford and General Motors, which both…
What we know about Waymo’s 2025 expansion plans
These cities were specifically chosen to challenge Waymo vehicles since both cities have unique layouts and unconventional road designs. Atlanta In partnership with Uber, Waymo plans to launch autonomous ride-hailing…
In-car advertising glitch may be preview of a distracting future
Last week, a Jeep driver turned to Reddit to do what people do best on the site—complain. Every time they hit the brakes on their Jeep, they wrote, a promotion…
Volvo added plenty of charm to the EX30 Cross Country EV
Compared to the EX90 I was also able to take on the ice, the EX30 is more playful and a bit more of a handful. That’s thanks to that wheelbase.…
Donut Labs and the electric motors everyone has been talking about
“The set of benefits is different to each application or each size,” Piippo said. “In small things, you’re very price conscious, and you need to kind of optimize for the…
The Acura ZDX is an example of badge engineering for the software age
Acura is gearing up to build its first entirely in-house battery-electric vehicles, but it has gotten a head start with the ZDX SUV. Built in collaboration with General Motors, the…
The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5: The best all-around EV just got better
For the all-wheel-drive SE ($50,500) and SEL ($53,000) trims—probably the ones most people will buy—range increases by a useful 30 miles (48 km) to 290 miles (467 km) on a…
Trump rescinds DOT approval for NYC congestion toll, condemns city to pollution
A difficult birth The plan was met with plenty of opposition despite the promise of generating around $15 billion a year in revenue, and a 2021 implementation date slipped to…
More than 376,000 Tesla Model Y, Model 3s have faulty steering
According to the NHTSA Part 573 Safety Recall Report, NHTSA and Tesla discussed the problem for several months, with NHTSA’s main concern that the failure (at a stop) could happen…
An episode of The Simpsons? Fake speakers found in Chinese Volvos.
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This EV could reboot medium-duty trucking by not reinventing the wheel
It’s not the most stylish cabin we’ve sat in. Credit: Tim Stevens In motion, though, the experience is much the same. You’re seated up high, deafened by the clatter and…
F1 may ditch hybrids for V10s and sustainable fuels
High-revving naturally aspirated engines and their associated screaming soundtracks might be on their way back to Formula 1. Not with next year’s rule changes—that will see even bigger lithium-ion batteries…
Nissan’s latest desperate gamble—see if Tesla will buy the company
Senior politicians in Japan are not going to let Nissan die easily. The automaker has been struggling for some time now, with an outdated product portfolio, ongoing quarterly losses, and…
See a garbage truck’s CNG cylinders explode after lithium-ion battery fire
When firefighters arrived on scene, they asked the driver to dump his load in the street, which would reduce the risk of anything on the truck itself—gasoline, CNG, etc.—catching fire.…
Lamborghini catapults into the electrified supercar age with the Revuelto
Much more drivable Around town, the Revuelto is a quantum leap ahead of the Aventador in terms of drivability, aided in large part by its thoroughly modern eight-speed dual-clutch transmission.…
Our favorite EV goes Mad Max: The 2025 Ioniq 5 XRT
This was as fun as it looks. Sam Abuelsamid This was as fun as it looks. Sam Abuelsamid The XRT has a darker interior. Hyundai The XRT has a darker…
Here are all 10 Formula 1 team liveries for 2025
Formula 1 racing turns 75 this year. The sport has been under new management for a few years and is now owned by an American entertainment company that’s interested in…