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Every F1 2026 shakedown shot revealed as teams fire up pre-season runs

The first laps of the 2026 Formula 1 era are already in the can, and the cameras have been rolling. From Imola to Silverstone and Barcelona, teams have quietly unleashed their new machinery in low-key filming days and shakedowns, creating a patchwork of early images and clips that hint at how the grid is adapting […]

Tesla’s California sales crash while Austin gets driverless robotaxis

Tesla's California market share dropped to 9.9% in 2025 from 11.6% in 2024, pushing it to third place among all car brands.

Auto & transport roundup: Market talk

Find insight on HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, Uber and more in the latest Market Talks covering the auto and transport sector..

Why this older Suzuki hybrid is more capable than it looks

This Suzuki hybrid may look familiar, but there’s more going on underneath than most buyers realize. Its mild hybrid system does something unusual that rarely gets mentioned in the showroom. Combined with light weight and honest engineering, it delivers a driving feel many rivals have lost. There’s also a mechanical option most compact SUVs quietly dropped years ago. That alone makes it worth a second look.

At Davos, Elon Musk repeats bold claims on self-driving cars, robots and Starship

The Tesla CEO declared self-driving cars a "solved problem" during an appearance at the World Economic Forum. In Austin, his Robotaxis still have human minders.

6 electric vehicles to avoid buying in 2026

GOBankingRates consulted experts to uncover the worst electric cars to buy in 2026, and why you should steer clear of these EV models that miss the mark.

The story of Japan’s tiny and quirky kei cars

Your pocket guide to Japan’s tiny, quirky and brilliant kei cars – including some of our favourite models

26 French cars for sale at Rétromobile 2026

2017 Nissan GTR R35.5 first drive impressions & shooting cars: How to light a car with strobes or speedlight (Ep. 14)

Thanks to Alex Stack for joining me in the GTR and sharing his thoughts. As the title states, this is simply a collection of our thoughts as we drove the 2017 GTR for the first time. This was my first experience with an R35.5 GTR, and I must say it is much more comfortable than the previous generation. The interior feels more upscale, almost Lexus-like, and the suspension is significantly smoother. However, the car is missing sound, similar to the Nismo Sentra, as it lacks an exhaust that enhances the experience with audible turbo spool or blowoff. Despite this, it makes for a fun daily driver. Transitioning to photography, this episode of shooting cars explains the process of strobing a car with either a speedlight or a strobe. I use a Flashpoint Xplor 600 with TTL to light a 2017 Honda Civic Sport Hatchback. The method is simple and takes about 10 minutes in Photoshop with approximately eight layers and layer masks. Feel free to DM me @ACarPhotographer with questions or results!

10 used cars that hold their value better than new models

These lightly used vehicles offer essentially the same performance and features as their newest models, but with significant savings, making them a much better value.

Top 10 best-selling sedans in the USA 2025: The sedan lives on

The top 10 best-selling sedans in the USA for 2025, proving that the sedan segment is far from dead.

3X Ford GT on PCH in California

Went out with a couple Ford GTs today. Just a clip I put together for fun with the rolling B-Roll. Full video with a gt coming in a few weeks! For awesome photos check out Jonathan Harper’s instagram @JBH1126 Enjoy The Ford gt was a 2005-2006 model from Ford in honor of the GT40 which won the LeMans and was featured in the film Ford versus Ferrari. The 3 GTs featured in this quick video are all unique. One matte black with hre wheels, one gloss black with a lowering kit, and 1 white with a custom exhaust.

Are fake manual transmissions coming? Audi keeps it real

Toyota has patented a manual transmission electric car that has one gear. The Audi RS e-Tron GT features a 2-speed transmission for the rear motor. Why don't electric cars have transmissions? It's a common question; and the truth is, they do have transmissions. Most drivers won't notice, because most electric cars have single-speed transmissions, meaning they never shift gears. Some electric cars, like the Audi e-Tron GT, as well as the Porsche Taycan, do actually have multiple gears. Both cars feature a 2-speed transmission for the rear drive unit, with a single speed up front. The game could change completely, however, after uncovering the latest patent applications from Toyota, which seeks to create a pseudo-manual transmission electric car. This video will focus on answering the following questions: 1) Why do Audi and Porsche use a two-speed transmission? 2) Why do most electric cars only use a single gear? 3) How would a fake manual transmission work, and why is Toyota considering it?

Renault in America: How a French giant failed to connect

Renault once set its sights on the U.S. market, but cultural missteps, reliability issues, and fierce competition doomed its American ambitions. Explore the full story of how a French automotive giant failed to connect with American drivers.

Who makes Lamborghini engines and where are they manufactured?

Lamborghini might be an Italian company that manufactures some of the most recognizable luxury sports cars in the world, but it's owned by the Volkswagen Group.

The 3.6 million dollar smile: The secret reason this 911 GTS costs 15 times more than yours

Nostalgia Meets the Paddock It is hard to believe, but Pixar’s "Cars" is hitting its 20-year milestone this year. To mark the occasion, Porsche moved beyond the typical marketing fluff, arranging a unique photo op at Daytona International Speedway. The centerpiece featured the life-sized Lightning McQueen and Sally Carrera—models originally created...

Carspotting: The other four-motor funny car

Tommy Ivo demonstrated the impracticality of a four-engined, four-wheel-drive drag car in 1961 with an overweight slingshot that hopelessly broke traction at low rpm and barely broke into the nine-second zone. It also proved hugely profitable and durable as exhibition entertainment, commanding top appearance money while absorbing none of the operating costs of legitimate race… The post Carspotting: The Other Four-Motor Funny Car appeared first...

Tesla's fierce sales blitz rolls out 0% financing and surprise upgrades

Tesla is kicking off 2026 with one of its most aggressive sales offensives yet, pairing 0% financing with a wave of surprise upgrades and cash-style incentives. The company is leaning on cheap credit, richer equipment bundles, and targeted discounts to keep its electric vehicles moving in a market that is suddenly crowded with rivals and...

8 crashes in 6 months: The hidden danger lurking inside Tesla’s unsupervised Austin fleet

The Unsupervised Milestone in Austin After a decade of missed deadlines and ambitious tweets, Tesla officially removed the safety drivers from a select number of Model Y vehicles in its Austin Robotaxi fleet last Thursday. This move follows a pilot program that began in June 2025, which required a human monitor in the passenger seat. Tesla’s Head o...

2027 Nissan Z shows sleeker grille up front

2027 Nissan Z shows up with tighter sleeker front grille, smoothing the look quiet. It refreshes...

Trunk of the new BYD SEAL 6 touring

Trunk of the BYD Seal 6 DM-i Touring, this BYD estate is supposed to attack the German market. It is a combination of a 10 kWh or 19 kWh battery and a 1,5 l engine as range extender, promising 1500 km of range.

Why some budget performance cars are punching way up

Performance numbers that once belonged to six-figure exotics now show up on dealer lots with cloth seats and plastic steering wheels. Turbocharged four-cylinders, clever electronics, and platform sharing have turned a handful of modestly priced coupes, sedans, and hot hatches into cars that can embarrass machinery costing two or three times as much. I want... The post Why some budget performance cars are punching way up appeared first on FAST...

17 of the best cars from 2025

Best cars of 2025 guide cuts through showroom noise with 17 top picks for every budget, from reliable Civics to luxury Lexus models.

Tesla sales decline in 2025: Cybertruck collapse and the Elon Musk factor

A turbulent year reshaped the U.S. EV market, testing demand, pricing strategies, and brand resilience amid policy shifts and rising competition.

Honda 0 series saloon EV: Everything we know

Honda is betting its electrified future on a futuristic, wedge-shaped EV built in America.

Clean sticky car radio buttons DIY + selling an Audi R8 for a Miata - Paul's car story

To stay safe during quarantine, I am making videos with my 2012 MK6 GTI and 2004 Cayenne Turbo. I discovered a useful trick for cleaning the sticky radio knobs in the Cayenne, a common issue in older Ferraris due to sun exposure, although their buttons are harder to remove. If you have any car video requests, let me know! Thanks to @HooviesGarage for inspiring me to buy my first Porsche. Recently, Paul bought a 4th generation Club Edition 6-speed MX-5, known as a Mazda Miata ND, to replace his beautiful V10-powered R8 with a dual clutch. I met him when he owned the first dual clutch Audi R8 in the USA with an S-Tronic transmission. His latest purchase was a 991.1 Porsche GT3RS. This video is a remote interview with Paul discussing his past cars and why he chose the Miata over a BMW M4 convertible and Bentley Continental GTC while shopping for a replacement for the Audi R8 V10 Plus. I, Ben, currently own a 1991 BRG Limited Edition Miata and previously had a classic red 1995 Miata as my weekend car, alongside my MK6 GTI DSG and Mini Cooper S (6-speed).

I found a 50-year-old car with only 1,000 original miles

We uncovered a 50-year-old car with just over 1,000 original miles on it. From factory markings to original tires, this thing is as close to a time capsule as it gets. The condition sparked a serious debate about whether it belongs in a museum or deserves a full resto-mod treatment. Finds like this almost never happen anymore.

Porsche GT3 991.2 choosing PDK over manual owner's review - ANSWRD

Jeany takes us for a ride in her Porsche 991.2 GT3 equipped with carbon sport bucket seats and a 7-speed pdk transmission. With over 7,000 miles and 2 track days, Jeany has lots of experience with her GT3 and also owns a Porsche Cayman track car as well as a Macan daily driver. answrd is a series of car reviews by real owners, not automotive journalists like Chris Harris, Doug Demuro, or The Straight Pipes. Cars in this series include the Gaglardi Vex, Porsche 911 GT3, McLaren 600LT, Ferrari F12/F430 and 458 Italia, Acura NSX, Corvette, FRS, BMWs, Drift Cars, and others! #Porsche #991GT3 #PorscheGT3 #CarReview Time stamps: 00:00 - 00:15 Intro 00:16 - 01:14 The story of getting a GT3 over 4.0 rs 01:15 - 01:23 Acura nsx ad break 01:24 - 02:05 Ownership so far 02:06 - 02:50 Favorite Thing 02:51 - 04:12 Least Favorite Thing 04:13 - 04:52 Spoiler Alert it's hard to see 04:53 - 06:25 Choosing pdk over Manual 06:26 - 6:52 Front axle lift 06:53 - 08:45 Is it too good for the street?

6. Maryland tightens historic plate rules, pushing thousands of cars back into the system

Maryland just slammed the door on its historic vehicle plate loophole, instantly making 72,000 early-2000s cars ineligible. Discover why the state's move from a 20-year rolling rule to a fixed 1999 cutoff is sparking outrage, relief, and big debate.

GM under federal probe after recall 'fix' fails on 600,000 engines

Federal safety regulators are scrutinizing General Motors again after reports that a previous recall repair did not stop engines from failing in hundreds of thousands of trucks and SUVs. The new federal probe focuses on nearly 600,000 vehicles in the United States whose 6.2‑liter V8s were supposedly fixed, yet some owners say their engines still […]

Short interest in Li Auto surges to record 9.6% amid intense premium SUV competition - report

Li Auto (LI) bearish bets are said to be jumping to record levels as the company struggles to fend off rivals in the premium SUV market after earning a reputation as one of Asia’s most profitable short trades last year. Wagers against the Hong Kong-listed stock climbed to a fresh high of 9.6% of free float as of Wednesday, up from around 1% a year ...

The best-selling American cars of all time

We take a look at the cars that topped the sales charts in the US over the decades

This Toyota looks completely out of gas—until the driver presses one button

A Toyota driver rolling down the freeway with the fuel gauge sitting on empty would normally be a recipe for panic, but not in this case. One Land Cruiser owner recently proved that sometimes the low fuel light isn’t the emergency it appears to be. Chad Mfive, known online as @Chadbmw, shared a Facebook Reel that’s racked up more than 7.4 million v...

12 bargain '90s cars still worth buying today

These classic '90s vehicles offer great value because of their style, durability, performance, and comfort, making them well worth your hard-earned money.

Refreshed Porsche 911 GT3 RS spied in the snow showing more detail than ever

Porsche's superstar on the road and track looks ready to get even meaner.

Where are the early pioneers of vehicle electrification today?

Before the modern boom, a small group of electric pioneers took the risk that changed the industry. From the quirky BMW i3 to the best-selling Renault Zoe, these cars turned electric power from a niche experiment into a practical reality for millions.

The 10 worst EVs for winter

There are several reasons people don’t own EVs in the US. One major factor is cost. The average price...

A 9.4 owner rating: The Toyota Crown is stealing Genesis G80 buyers overnight

The Toyota Crown crossover impresses with 348 horsepower, spaciousness, and high owner satisfaction, reshaping the family car market.

Buick quits China: Why the next gen SUV is moving to Kansas to escape tariffs

Retreat from the Pacific and Reshoring Hardware Buick is finally pulling its compact SUV production out of China and bringing it back to American soil. Currently, the Enclave is the only Buick-badged vehicle manufactured in the U.S., leaving the rest of the lineup vulnerable to shifting trade policies. The China-built Envision has recently struggle...

America’s grandest auto company? The rise and fall of Packard

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

Driving the Lotus Emira Clark edition

It’s time to hit the road and experience the 3.5L supercharged V6 in action. Despite the freezing UK winter, we put the manual gearbox to the test to see if the driving experience lives up to the Clark name. From the mechanical "clack" of the gear changes to the raw soundtrack of the exhaust in Track Mode, this is a pure celebration of analog driving. Watch as we take the Emira to a local car meet to gauge the reaction of fellow enthusiasts and head into the tunnels for a proper sound check. We wrap things up by discussing whether this limited edition is a true driver’s tool or a collector’s investment.

‘It will change my life drastically’: What’s next for the auto strikes

The picket lines are gone at the three Ford plants where workers have been on strike for nearly six weeks in some cases. But the strike at the company isn’t quite over, and there’s immediate end in site for the strikes at General Motors and Stellantis.

Audi may be new to Formula 1, but the team has high standards to live up to

This may be a new works team, but it's not an upstart. The expectation is to win races—and championships.

MK6 GTI cosmetic mods and Toyota 86 Hakone Edition overview

A complete breakdown of the modifications includes Golf R Euro R20 LED taillights with rear fog light priced at $750 from ECS Tuning, plus an OEM European headlight switch with working rear fog and Auto positions for $80 from USP. The Boldsport Auto headlight kit, which provides light-sensing auto headlights, is $100 from ECS, accompanied by LED interior lighting from SuperBrightLeds that features red foot lamps for approximately $50. There's also an ECS hatch pop kit for remote-controlled hatch access at $80, S2T paddle shifters at $225, Yellow PIAA Plasma Ion H8 fog lamps for $50 from ECS Tuning, and Euro front door puddle lamps ranging from $20-50. In total, the cosmetic upgrades, excluding wheels, come to $1,355, with an additional $1,000 for wheels. This footage was filmed with a Panasonic GH5 using V-LOG in 4K and a Panasonic 12-60mm lens, and edited in Final Cut Pro X. The 86/BRZ/FRS has been on the market for nearly a decade, and this year, Toyota introduced the signature edition in British Racing Green called the Hakone Edition to honor the famous Japanese road. The video provides an overview of exclusive design changes, such as new tan and Alcantara seats, tan stitching on the steering wheel, embroidered 86 logo on the passenger side of the dash, and more. A personal highlight is the Hakone green and black spoiler on the trunk lid. The video editing was done on a 2012 MacBook Pro 15” Retina and a 2013 Mac Pro “trashcan.” Note that some links in the descrip...

This electric car just beat Bugatti at top speed

For decades, extreme top speed meant massive engines and multiple turbos. That assumption just collapsed. A Chinese electric vehicle quietly went faster than Bugatti on a high-speed oval in Germany. The run didn’t just break a number—it challenged long-held beliefs about performance. The implications stretch far beyond one car.

America’s last manual truck feels like a diesel from 2005—and that’s the point

The Toyota Tacoma quietly holds a strange and lonely title in today’s truck market: it’s the only new pickup in America you can still buy with a manual transmission. As rivals steadily killed off their stick shifts—most recently the Jeep Gladiator—Toyota made the unexpected decision to keep rowing your own gears for the current-generation Tacoma. A...

Volkswagen Just Fired Its Global Design: Now They’re Selling Gold-Plated SUVs To China Only

Volkswagen launches ID. UNYX, a new electric SUV for China, featuring advanced tech, a unique avatar interface, and a 600 km range.

New Ford EV truck platform targeting about $30,000 will support eyes-off driving tech by 2028

The SAIC Z7 looks remarkably like a Porsche Taycan

The Chinese-built SAIC Z7 electric car looks like a Porsche Taycan and will start for less than $30,000.