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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 ...

Kia introduces its smallest battery-electric model yet with the new EV2

Kia has unveiled the EV2, its most affordable electric SUV yet. Debuting in 2026, it offers up to 445 km of range and a sub-€30,000 price. Built in Slovakia for urban life, it features a spacious interior with class-leading cargo space up to 403 liters.

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!

Where are Rivian EVs made?

Rivian bought the former Diamond Star Motors plant in Normal, Illinois.

The 10 best small Toyota cars ranked by interior space

If you want the most interior space from a small car, these 10 small Toyota models have you well covered.

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..

A 400-hp electric hatch is coming—and it might be Mitsubishi’s biggest gamble yet

Mitsubishi hasn’t exactly been lighting fires with its current lineup, and even loyal fans admit the brand has felt stuck on autopilot. But that may finally be changing—albeit not in the traditional, in-house way enthusiasts once expected. The company’s next electric vehicle will be based on the Foxtron Bria, a compact EV hatchback developed by Fox...

2027 Nissan Z shows sleeker grille up front

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

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.

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...

China car giant teases 932-mile solid-state EV coming to roads in 2026

China’s latest electric vehicle promise is as bold as it is specific: a solid-state battery car claiming up to 932 miles of range, targeted for the road in 2026. The Liefeng shooting brake from Chery is being positioned not as a distant concept but as a production-bound model that could reset expectations for how far […]

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?

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.

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.

2026 Nissan LEAF SV+ consumer review: Are EVs ready for primetime?

Late last year we asked ourselves a question: are we ready? We wanted to know if it is finally time. That point in history where electric vehicles are just as easy to live with as their fuel-burning counterparts.

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...

GM brings back the Chevy Bolt EV—then hands the factory back to gas cars

General Motors has begun production of the redesigned Chevy Bolt EV at its Fairfax Assembly plant in Kansas, but the celebration may be short-lived. According to disclosures tied to Bloomberg and Reuters reporting, GM already plans to convert the plant to internal combustion engine production once Bolt manufacturing ends. The Bolt EV’s return was a...

Tesla stock rises premarket: Musk signals FSD price hike as autonomy push accelerates

・Musk said the biggest leap in Full Self-Driving’s value comes with unsupervised use, when drivers can fully disengage during trips. ・Tesla has removed Autopilot in the U.S. and Canada, steering buyers toward FSD options. ・Fundstrat’s Mark Newton said Tesla shares show early stabilization, with rising volume and a break in a minor downtrend. Tesla ...

Exotic and tuned cars compete in straight-line sprints

A collection of high-end exotic cars and specially tuned machines face off in a series of straight-line sprint races. Viewers can enjoy side-by-side comparisons of acceleration and speed among uniquely modified and luxury vehicles. This video provides a look at intense competition between different classes of automotive engineering.

10 of the strangest cars ever built by Chrysler

There's nothing wrong with a good Chrysler, except maybe these bizarre ones the company has brought out over the decades. They're... unique, we'll say.

F1 spends millions to go faster—and their insane tech is quietly running your car, your bus, and even hospitals

Formula 1 isn’t just about building cars that go faster than anything else on four wheels—it’s about solving problems so extreme that the solutions end up changing the world around us. Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff once called his F1 cars “the fastest laboratory in the world,” and while that sounds like classic paddock bravado, the results back it ...

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...

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).

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

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

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...

Honda 0 series saloon EV: Everything we know

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

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.

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...

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.

Tested: 2026 Kia K4 hatchback GT-Line turbo builds on the sedan

Kia's latest take on its affordable compact adds some serious back end to the bargain price.

‘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.

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.

BMW's 500-mile iX3 EV voted 'Car of the Year': What Car? reveals best models you can buy in 2026

BMW's electric iX3 SUV has claimed the coveted honour of being the 2026 Car of the Year at the annual 'Motoring Oscars'. The second-generation EV has a range of 500 miles and 400kW charging.

More junkyard gems from Turner’s Auto Wrecking in Fresno, California

We take a look at even more rusting pages of the automotive storybook

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.

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

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

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...

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.

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.

What makes the Jaguar F-Type SVR fun vs. Honda S2000 ft. Engineering Explained + 1972 Chevelle SS: An American dream reviewed by owner

In this video, Jason delves into what makes a car fun by comparing the Jaguar F-Type SVR to his beloved Honda S2000. ANSWRD is a series of car reviews conducted by real owners rather than automotive journalists like Chris Harris, Doug DeMuro, or The Straight Pipes. This series features a variety of cars, including the Gaglardi Vex, Porsche 911 GT3, McLaren 600LT, Ferrari F12, F430, 458 Italia, Acura NSX, Corvette, FRS, BMWs, drift cars, and more. Highlighting key modifications such as a .30 over 454 engine, 800 cfm Edelbrock carburetor, umi shocks and springs with a 2" drop, US Mags 17/18 staggered rims with 295s on the rear, Hotchkis performance sway bars, front control arms, trailing links, and a 12-bolt LSD rear end, the focus shifts to an episode featuring Ben and his 1972 Chevelle SS. Ben's Chevelle boasts a beastly 454 engine and impressive suspension upgrades, showcasing the passion and detail of car enthusiasts featured in this unique series.

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...

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.

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.

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...

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.

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...

26 French cars for sale at Rétromobile 2026

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.

Inside US factory producing the massive all-electric Mercedes EQS SUV