Most consumers know Mercedes-Benz as a luxury automaker that produces lavish consumer vehicles with elegant styling and comfortable interiors. But those with more familiarity with the company know that icons like the S-Class are just the tip of the iceberg. Under the usual lineup of cars and SUVs designed for everyday drivers, you’ll find the […]
There are certain brands and models in the world of automotive that feel like they’re stuck inside the pixels of a TV screen or the pages of a magazine. They’re untouchable, even sacred. Caterham Cars is one of those. For decades, Caterham has been standing on Lotus founder Colin Chapman’s philosophy of “Simplify, then add […]
Are you one of those people who hate feeling locked into driving at a crawl, even when there’s nothing but smooth open roads in front of you? At least one Arizona legislator is apparently feeling the same way. On December 15, 2025, Rep. Nick Kupper introduced a bill dubbed the Reasonable and Prudent Interstate Driving […]
Naming a vehicle after a natural wonder or national park is nothing new in the automotive world. From Maine’s Acadia National Park to Alaska’s Denali National Park and everywhere in between, these names literally span the country from sea to shining sea. However, the trend isn’t limited to model names; American locales lend their names […]
Once almost as ubiquitous in America as apple pie, rock and roll, and baseball, there was a time when the nation was embroiled in a passionate love affair with the convertible. Convertibles were available from every major American auto manufacturer, and even the most seemingly practical models had convertible versions that offered the free-spirited joy […]
There are certain advantages that come with U.S. citizenship, but the Toyota Hilux isn’t one of them. The legendary pickup has been one of the world’s most popular trucks ever since it first hit the market in 1968, but Americans haven’t been able to access the midsize maestro ever since the U.S. version, creatively dubbed […]
Toyota’s new GR GT is a supercar for the modern age. Slated to debut in 2027, the GR GT is a study in engineering acumen with a hybrid design that promises a sub-3.0-second zero-to-60-mph time and a top speed approaching 200 mph. Designed as a road-legal version of the full-on race car that is the […]
When American bard William Martin Joel said, “Only the good die young,” he certainly wasn’t referring to the Ford Mustang. While many of the Mustang’s early muscle car contemporaries burned bright upon their debut, they flamed out just as quickly as changing regulations, tastes, and technology rocked the sporty segment. The Mustang is a notable […]
Super Bowl LX was a subdued affair, both in terms of offensive production and the number of advertisements on the part of the auto industry. If you were in the market for car insurance, a way to build a new website, or a fast, easy way to lose money through a sports betting app, Super […]
If you’ve already started exploring for a Hyundai Santa Cruz for sale, you probably noticed that some folks call it a compact truck, while others call it a Sport Adventure Vehicle (SAV). Which is it? The reason everyone, from customers to car authorities, can’t quite agree on which category the Santa Cruz falls into is […]
Months after its initial reveal, people are still buzzing about the Mahindra BE 6 Batman Edition, an all-electric SUV with a superhero twist. Trumpeted as the “first commercially available Batman-inspired SUV,” it pays homage to the Caped Crusader and his famous Batmobile. By reimagining the Batmobile as a compact EV, this vehicle offers a unique […]
Most dealership lots look the same until you spot the outlier. It could be a dusty Cadillac parked between two vanilla SUVs, a coupe with yellow Brembos hiding in the back row, or a short-run Ford wearing factory 20s, each with a “for sale” tag nobody’s noticed yet. That’s the split-second enthusiasts live for, spotting […]
There’s no adrenaline rush quite like what racing provides. Whether it’s banging doors on a quarter-mile oval, hitting 180 mph on a superspeedway, or hanging onto the handlebars as your motorcycle careens through the esses, racing is a thrilling, rewarding sport. But for anyone who wants to go from the couch to the cockpit, it […]
The title of “world’s fastest production car” just changed hands, and it could signal a massive shift in the automotive landscape. The YANGWANG U9 Xtreme left a little burnt rubber all over the history books in mid-September when it posted a top speed of 308.4 mph at Germany’s Automotive Testing Papenburg (ATP) track. The newly […]
Every so often, a new automotive brand emerges that captures the imagination and interest of the car-buying public, gaining attention due to unique aesthetics, unmatched performance, or state-of-the-art technology that immediately distinguishes it from the crowd. At present, the INEOS Grenadier is precisely such a vehicle. For the upstart all-terrain-capable INEOS Grenadier, all three descriptors […]
Few trucks are primed for adventure quite like the GMC Canyon. The midsize pickup is best known as a more premium version of the Chevy Colorado. While it certainly boasts a long list of luxury credentials, few realize that the Canyon is also one of the most off-road-ready models on the market. It’s not unusual […]
As the automotive world continues its relentless march toward electrification, blistering horsepower, and tech-laden cabins, it’s easy to lose sight of what truly makes for an enjoyable driving experience. But hidden behind all the headlines about cutting-edge EVs, towering trucks, and monstrous supercars, there are still a few models that capture what really matters to […]
In an era of increasingly electrified models, there have been some notable holdouts. Ford has become a leader in the hybrid and EV segment, but one of the brand’s most storied badges has managed to resist the current electric trend. Ford invented the pony car segment with the debut of the Mustang back in 1965. […]
The Jeep Wrangler 4xe has been nothing short of an electrifying triumph since its introduction in 2021. The plug-in hybrid (PHEV) version of Jeep’s midsize SUV combines a turbocharged I-4 engine with two electric motors and a 17.3-kWh battery to provide the Wrangler 4xe with 375 hp. The PHEV version not only delivers 90 hp […]
The 2025 model year has been one of the most innovative in automotive history. Manufacturers are packing cars to the brim with cutting-edge technology. Performance models have become more attainable and more based on what enthusiasts are looking for. Commuters are being offered better and better fuel economy. It seems like everyone is winning, but […]
