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Mazda Thinks Synthetic Fuel Can Save The Miata

While a new rotary sports car reviving the "RX" moniker is increasingly unlikely, Mazda remains committed to the Miata. However, the fifth generation isn’t coming anytime soon, even though the current ND model is already 12 years old. The head of design for Europe has revealed that the NE "will…

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Mazda Engineers Once Snuck A V6 Into A Miata

Since the dawn of time, the Miata has been faithful to four-cylinder engines. Nothing more and nothing less, the Mazda MX-5 has always been about striking the perfect balance between lightweight construction and just the right amount of power. However, little did we know that Mazda’s engineers once made a…

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Stellantis Expects First Annual Loss In Company History

Stellantis is expected to report its first annual loss later this week. The automaker, like others in the industry, is scaling back its electrification efforts, resulting in a massive hit to the company’s bottom line.

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This V12-Swapped Datsun 240Z Sounds Like A Ferrari

There's something special about an engine-swapped 240Z. The lines of those old Datsuns still look cool to this day, and there's plenty of room in the engine bay for creative choices. Plus, you can find relatively inexpensive donors to kick off your project.

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Mercedes-Benz's 'Baby' G-Class Won't Be EV Only

Mercedes-Benz is changing course. The automaker will no longer offer its upcoming "Baby" G-Class exclusively as a battery-electric vehicle. The new model will also allegedly feature a hybrid powertrain option.

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Even Audi RS5 Owners Will Pay Extra For Infotainment Themes

You would think spending six figures on a car unlocks nearly every feature imaginable, but that’s not how today’s vehicles work. Automakers have no qualms about forcing you to pay for downloadable content and subscription fees in order to unlock your car’s full potential. That kind of profiteering includes Audi’s…

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The 2026 Mazda CX-5 Just Raised Its Own Bar: Review

The Mazda CX-5 has always been one of the best-handling vehicles in its segment, and the automaker’s focus on making a fun-to-drive family crossover resulted in a dedicated fan base. But for as fun as it was, the previous CX-5 had its shortcomings.

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The BMW X4 M Could Return With 800 Horsepower

Crossover coupes have quietly been on the way out. BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and even Infiniti have all discontinued their versions of the controversial body style in recent months. But they may not be gone for good—BMW is preparing to bring back the X4 and X4 M.

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The Jeep Cherokee Was Worthy Of A Comeback: Review

The Jeep Cherokee is back. After a years-long hiatus for Jeep’s mid-size crossover, it returns with all-new… everything. A new hybrid-only powertrain. A swanky new infotainment system. And a new, very ridgy interior space.

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Volkswagen Revisits The Golf GTI With Three Times More Cylinders Than Seats

Volkswagen’s 50th-anniversary celebrations for the Golf GTI are in full swing. To mark such an important milestone, the Germans have been dusting off concept cars that dared to stray from the usual GTI formula. The rear-wheel-drive W12 from 2007 was the wackiest of them all, while the roofless roadster from…

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Lamborghini Kills Its First EV, Calls Them An 'Expensive Hobby'

It’s been nearly three years since Lamborghini did the unthinkable and took the wraps off an electric car. Although it was only a concept, the Lanzador was presented as a window into Sant’Agata Bolognese’s EV future, with plans to launch a production version in 2028. However, it didn’t take long…

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Ferrari's Newest Sports Car Could Get A Convertible Option Soon

Ferrari will allegedly reveal the Amalfi Spider convertible early next month. The Ferrari Amalfi coupe debuted last summer as a replacement for the Roma, which included a convertible Spider variant.

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Japan's Toyota RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid Can Power Your Home For A Week

The Japanese RAV4 PHEV adds an 'HV power supply' mode (V2H/V2L).

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One Family Rallied Their Porsche 911 Dakar 2,200 Miles Across Brazil

When Porsche first announced the 911 Dakar, most assumed the car would end up in the hands of those unlikely to ever get their expensive rides dirty. Even though the car is literally named after a legendary off-road rally.

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The Difference Between Horsepower And Torque (And Why It Matters)

"The Aston Martin Vanquish produces 824 horsepower and 738 pound-feet of torque," the car journalist confidently rattles off before cutting to B-roll of the grand tourer speeding off into the distance, presumably with the might of 824 perfectly coordinated stallions.

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Nissan Recalls 642,000 Rogue SUVs For Major Engine Issues

Nissan is recalling 642,986 Rogue SUVs for potential problems with the automaker’s 1.5-liter three-cylinder VC Turbo engine. The two recalls affect 2023-2025 models, some of which were fixed under a previous recall, while others are affected by both new ones.

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The Mercedes 'Baby' G-Class Might Look Something Like This

A smaller take on an iconic SUV—that’s the general idea behind Mercedes-Benz’s upcoming "Baby" G-Class. This pint-sized off-roader will expand the German luxury automaker’s SUV lineup by one, offering a more compact yet still capable alternative to the legendary G-Class.

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The Tesla Cybertruck Just Got Way Cheaper—But It Won't Last

Tesla recently introduced a new, cheaper Cybertruck variant. With a starting price of $61,985 (all prices include the $1,995 destination fee), it's the cheapest Cybertruck to date and packs two electric motors with all-wheel drive. That said, the deal may not last.

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VW Resurrects The Twin-Turbo V6 Golf GTI Roadster That Never Was

Volkswagen is blowing out 50 candles on the GTI’s anniversary cake by revisiting some of the most striking cars to carry the Grand Tourer Injection banner. Although smaller models like the Polo supermini and the dinky Lupo or up! have received the hot hatch treatment, the three famous letters are…

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The New Audi RS5 Avant Isn't As Practical As You'd Think

The new Audi RS5 Avant is shaping up to be a gorgeous all-rounder, offering plenty of punch and tech in a practical package. Unlike any other RS model before it, the fast wagon is now a plug-in hybrid, promising an instant boost from the electric motor and up to 54…

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These Are The Most Dependable Car Brands Of 2026

JD Power’s latest Vehicle Dependability Study has recorded the highest number of overall problems per vehicle since 2022. Premium vehicles remain less dependable than mass-market ones, with the gap between the two growing in the 2026 study.

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Polestar Is Finally Giving People What They Want: Buttons

With new regulations taking effect overseas and customers still fed up with screens, automakers are finally starting to dial back the touchscreen overload. Even Polestar—a brand that launched with nearly every function baked into one massive display—will soon bring physical buttons to its cabins.

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This Is The Porsche Panamera You Actually Want: Review

GTS. Those three little letters can mean so many different things in the Porsche lineup these days, depending on the model. For the 911, GTS is the automaker’s hybrid designation; Porsche pairs its iconic flat-six with a new "T-Hybrid" battery pack. The Taycan and Macan get GTS badges, too, but…

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Apple CarPlay Could Soon Let You Watch Videos

A future iteration of Apple CarPlay could soon support video playback. The tech giant has now made the feature available to app developers in the latest iOS 26.4 beta software.

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This $350K Mustang Boss 429 Isn't Just Another Restomod—It's Better

Yes, I am fully aware that I recently wrote an entire article highlighting how "the rich" have ruined the classic car hobby. That's still true. But what's also true is that a properly done restomod can be an amazing machine.

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