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EU car industry calls for urgent action as EV new car sales tumble

The industry is calling for policymakers to help saying that, if nothing is done, the required transition will be costly not only to the carmakers but to the economy itself, as well as putting the EU's transition to zero-emission at risk. View on euronews

The 1942 Lincoln-Zephyr Ushered Out An Era With V-12 Power

A new Lincoln for a new era, the Lincoln-Zephyr was a success from its introduction for the 1936 model year. Unlike the stately Model K Lincolns that had established the company’s enviable reputation in the luxury field, the handsome and innovative Zephyr was aimed at the upper medium-priced market, where it would square off against the Packard… The post The 1942 Lincoln-Zephyr Ushered Out An Era With V-12 Power appeared first on The Online...

Volkswagen plans stop to production at jointly-owned China plant

SHANGHAI/BERLIN (Reuters) -Volkswagen is planning to stop production at one of its combustion engine car plants in China, a person with direct knowledge of the matter said, in a sign of carmakers' struggles to manage overcapacity in the world's biggest car market. The carmaker, along with its joint venture partner SAIC Motor, will gradually shift production of its Passat family cars from the

10 Things You Should Know Before Buying A Hyundai Palisade

The Hyundai Palisade is a compelling SUV from the South Korean automaker, but if you're considering grabbing one, there are some things you should know.

Best Convertibles for 2024 and 2025

Our favorite fun-loving droptops are perfect for feeling the wind in your hair, and the range of prices and performance levels fit any budget and need for speed.

5 Times America's Newest Hypercar Beat The World's Best

The Czinger 21C has well and truly proven its credentials as a hypercar. Let's explore some of the records it has broken.

BMW will recycle old EV batteries with Redwood Materials

The company will send end-of-life batteries from its battery-electric and hybrid vehicles to the recycler.

The Coolest Car From the Year You Were Born (1945-1995)

What was in style when you were born?

The Best Small Hybrid SUVs

Hybrids offer the best of efficiency and power, and if you want this combination in a compact form, here are your 10 best bets.

A Sheltered Life In Upstate New York Turned This 1967 Buick Electra 225 Into A Time Capsule

In hindsight, witnessing the replacement of long-heralded model names during the late Fifties shouldn’t have come as a surprise to the public. A case study is Buick. While Special, Super, Century, Roadmaster, and Limited spoke volumes about each model’s purpose and division hierarchy, those names–which began appearing in 1935–had inevitably lost some punch. Like it… The post A Sheltered Life In Upstate New York Turned This 1967 Buick Electra 225...

Find of the Day: 1961 Chrysler 300G

Chrysler turned out 1,280 examples of its 300G coupe in 1961, which isn’t a big number to begin with. But for those who preferred to shift for themselves, only a handful were built with a three-speed manual transmission in place of the TorqueFlite. This 1961 Chrysler 300G, for sale on Hemmings Marketplace as a Make… The post Find of the Day: 1961 Chrysler 300G appeared first on The Online Automotive Marketplace.

Sports Cars Going To Automotive Heaven In 2025

We look at which sports cars are facing the chopping block this year.

12 Cars You’ll Regret Buying, According to Consumer Reports

Nothing pains a car owner more than dealing with car issues in the first year of ownership. While you’ll be entitled to a warranty, the back-and-forth is quite inconvenient and defeats the reason why you bought a car brand new in the first place. Fortunately, buyer advocates like Consumer Reports exist for such reasons. Still, it’s not unheard of for car shoppers to get cars purely out of emotion. While everyone is entitled to their taste and preferences, a little due diligence can save you the headache of unnecessary repairs or inconvenient recalls early in car ownership. Based on user feedback, performance, and reliability assessment, Consumer Reports flagged the following cars as troublesome. We’ve taken our time and gathered more data from previous owners, industry experts, and online forums to help you understand why the following cars are a regrettable choice.

15 Slow Selling Cars That Could Save You Big Bucks in Today’s Market

Saving money on your next car purchase has never been more important.

17 Muscle Cars So Strange Nobody Remembers Them

Electric Devil: The Near-50-Year-Old Porsche That's Still Ahead Of Its Time

This 911 race car enjoys a new lease on life thanks to an intricate electric conversion

Chinese visit Audi factory in Belgium

The car factory in Forest, in Brussels, Belgium, is condemned by Audi. The manufacturer is trying to sell it to another manufacturer. Chinese people came to visit it. And they represented a promising brand. The Audi factory in Belgium will no longer produce for the Volkswagen group. But its activity could continue. According to the Dutch-language economic daily De Tijd, a delegation from Nio visited the Brussels site. This high-end Chinese...

VW Halts ID.4 Production Over Faulty Door Handles, Furloughs Plant Workers

Earlier in the year, Volkswagen put a stop-sale on the ID.4 electric SUV after issuing a recall for potentially defective door handles. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), water can get into the electronic door handles, short the circuit board, and open the doors while on the move. Since a door handle fix hasn’t...

Chevrolet Still Going Old School Despite Rival Manufacturers Bearing Fruits From Major Revamps

With only 8 races left this season, 2025 plans are underway. The post Chevrolet Still Going Old School Despite Rival Manufacturers Bearing Fruits From Major Revamps appeared first on EssentiallySports.

What's The 'A' Button With A Circle Around It In My Car?

By not using this function, you could be missing out on significant fuel savings.

Car giants are pulling a U-turn on their EV plans – here's how Ford, Hyundai, Volvo and more are changing course

A large number of major automotive players are busy turning their backs on plans for a purely electric line-up by the end of the decade – here's why.

UAW President Shawn Fain is hitting Stellantis where it hurts

The union head is threatening drastic action against the automaker.

2025 Toyota Sienna's Changes Mainly Involve Screens, Added Child Safety Feature

All trim levels also get a new advanced rear seat reminder system and add support for wireless versions of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Reliable Auto Engines That Simply Refuse To Die

Ever wondered what engine's refuse to quit? We've got the list.

The 15 Best Porsches Of All Time

The Porsche name has graced many cars destined for both the road and track throughout the years. Here are the 15 Porsches to hit the pavement.

6 Hybrid Vehicles To Stay Away From Buying

Not all hybrid cars are created equal. While some models offer excellent fuel efficiency, reliability and performance, others fall short. With so many options, it can be tough to separate the good...

Heres How The Redesigned 2025 Toyota 4Runner Changes The Mid-Size SUV Game

The 2025 Toyota 4Runner is one of the segment's only body-on-frame SUVs, and since it's also a hybrid, this vehicle is in a very unique position.

Which Cars Have GM's LS4 Engine Under The Hood & How Much HP Does It Have?

General Motors introduced the LS4 engine in 2004, but what cars had it under the hood? Here are the models and how much horsepower it produced.

13 Pricey Sports Cars and Their Affordable Alternatives

Porsche recently unveiled the latest iteration of the quintessential sports car – the 992.2-gen Porsche 911. We predict you’ll be hearing a lot about this sports car for a long time. Even folks who’ve never seen the inside of the car will have plenty to say about the 911’s departure from its traditional naturally-aspirated flat-sixes to a hybrid drive system. It marks the first time in over six decades that Porsche would equip a road-going 911 with a hybrid powertrain. It probably won’t matter what you think of this shift if you can’t fork over around $115,000 to get one. It doesn’t have to be a sad reality, though. There’s always an Emira for every Evija: A 370Z for every 8 Series. Indeed, the market brims with alternatives that capture these elite sports cars’ spirit, performance, and excitement at a fraction of the cost.

America’s grandest auto company? The Rise and Fall of Packard

America’s grandest auto company? The Rise and Fall of Packard

8 Unreliable Used Cars To Avoid Buying In 2025

The biggest advantage of buying a used car vs. a new one is that the purchase price is usually much lower, which helps you save money right from the start. But that advantage goes out the window if the car needs a lot of expensive repair work. That’s why it’s important to do your research when buying a used car to make sure you get one that rates high in performance, safety and reliability.

10 Cars With The Scientifically Proven Suckiest Drivers

These are the cars most likely to get written of as a total loss.

NIO begins delivery of EL8 SUV into Europe despite tariffs on Chinese EVs

Undeterred by the threat of punitive tariffs imposed by the European Union, NIO (NYSE:NIO) has begun deliveries of its EL8 to European customers after launching at the beginning of the summer. The SUV was initially built on NIO’s (NIO) NT 1.0 platform but underwent a refresh earlier this year on the newer NT 2.0 platform and included LiDAR as well ...

13 Classic Cars Driven by Hollywood Stars

The Hollywood glitz and glamour are incomplete without the coolest cars the world has ever seen. With luxury and style reigning supreme, classic cars have always stood out as a symbol of status, elegance, and a touch of nostalgia among the litany of million-dollar Lamborghinis, Ferraris, and Maybachs. Many Hollywood stars have been charmed by vintage automobiles since the golden age of modern cinema. Same way they carefully choose their red carpet rides, classics can be more than just a mode of transportation – the representatives of an era and an extension of the stars themselves. Ladies and gentlemen, join us in this scenic drive through Beverly Hills, Bel Air, Malibu, Santa Monica, Pacific Palisades, Hollywood Hills, and wherever else these legendary figures love to frolic, as we raise our glasses to the iconic classic cars that captured the hearts of some of Hollywood’s finest performers — who made us laugh, cry, and dream.

1,070 Horsepower Makes The Dodge Hornet Even Cooler

Dodge's new electric brute can hit 60 mph in just 1.4 seconds.

11 Of The Fastest Chevrolet Cars Ever Made, Ranked By Top Speed

Chevrolet has produced some blindingly fast cars over the years, with special tweaks and tunes pushing some cars toward record speeds.

Lotus Theory 1 concept signposts future of electric sports cars

The wraps are off a radical new electric concept car from Lotus, designed to showcase the ‘future of intelligent performance vehicles’. The Lotus Theory 1 demonstrates the British company’s new design manifesto – and reveals new technological innovations. From robotic textiles and haptic feedback on the inside, to recycled materials for its exterior, the Theory [...]

The 10 Quickest Six-Cylinder Sports Cars Available In 2024

In the right hands, six-cylinders is more than enough.

7 Awesome Vehicles Used By SEAL Teams

U.S. Navy SEALs are among the most skilled and well-equipped military units in the world. Here are some of the versatile vehicles they use in their missions.

Ford Mustang GTD Will Have 815 HP and a 202-MPH Top Speed

It’s official: the 2025 Ford Mustang GTD is certified crazy-powerful. We know it’s been training for some PR lap times at the Nürburgring recently, but now we know its vitals. The Mustang GTD pushes the limits with 815 horsepower and 664 pound-feet of torque. Unveiled in August of last year, the track-focused, street-legal Mustang variant was more ...

4 Toyota Models With Terrible Reputations

Toyota has a widespread reputation for making reliable vehicles, but that hasn't always been the case. Even Toyota has made a few less-than-stellar models.

10 of the Greatest Corvettes of All Time

There have been a lot of great Corvettes since the model debuted in 1953. These are the best.

Chevrolet's All New Colorado returns with premium off-road performance

NAMYANGJU, Gyeonggi Province — Chevrolet's brand-new Colorado pickup truck has arrived in Korea, featuring enhanced off-road performance and a host of state-of-the-art safety features.

The 10 Most Reliable Japanese Hybrids In 2024

If you're looking for an efficient and dependable hybrid vehicle, these Japanese options should be at the top of your list.

Electric cars: cold shower on European sales

August 2024 is the 4th month in a row of declining sales of new electric cars on the European market. It's a complete freefall in Germany. France is also in the red. We need to act! -43.9%! This is the sharp drop in registrations of new electric cars in the European Union. If we add the United Kingdom, Switzerland, Norway and Iceland, the drop is -36%. The slap comes from Germany: -68.8%. In Italy, the collapse is -40.9%. In France, the drop is...

Video: Toyota Corolla GRMN Finally Spied For The First Time

The GT3 RS-style fender vents and extra hood cooling are dead giveaways, as is the larger wing.

The Auto Market Is Transforming Due to Chinese EV Sales

China’s growing electric vehicle industry is transforming the global automobile market in a significant way. Until 10 years ago, China’s underdeveloped vehicle-manufacturing sector meant Chinese buyers mostly purchased cars from foreign automakers. However, western carmakers are finding it increasingly hard to attract buyers in China, thanks to the...

10 Used German Cars That Are Notoriously Reliable But Crazy Cheap

When it comes to purchasing a used car, German engineering often tops the list for those who want luxury and performance, but is not often known for being the most reliable.

The Most Reliable Electric Cars According To Consumer Reports

There are a lot of EVs out there today, and here are the 20 most reliable ones that you can buy.

Nissan SUV Models Ranked By Popularity

We rank every Nissan SUV by its sales figures.