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Lamborghini withdraws from WEC's Hypercar and LMGT3 classes

Lamborghini has withdrawn from the World Endurance Championship, ending its participation in both the Hypercar and LMGT3 classes.

Motorsport · Nov 22, 2024

Lamborghini withdraws from WEC Hypercar and LMGT3

Lamborghini has withdrawn from the World Endurance Championship, ending its participation in both the Hypercar and LMGT3 classes. 

Autosport · Nov 22, 2024

Samsung Galaxy honors gaming 'excellence' with the Esports Awards and The Mobies

A press release revealed Samsung's upcoming involvement with gaming award ceremonies.

Android Central · Nov 18, 2024

Why we went racing: 35 years building Toyota's TRD program and legacy in America

Some 35+ years ago, David Wilson, currently group vice president and president of TRD USA, was a considerable expert of feminine hygiene products. It comes off as one of those charming “interesting facts about yourself” that you’d share as an icebreaker — more on this in a moment.

Motorsport · Nov 15, 2024

2026 Lexus ES: This Is It

Although the ES has been around since 2018, Lexus isn’t ready to roll out a next-generation model yet. Following a facelift in 2021, another update has just been introduced in China. The revised luxury sedan debuted at the Auto Guangzhou show alongside the LX700h. The ES is a big deal…

Motor1 · Nov 15, 2024

Building a Perfect Car Is Tough, But This Copper Lexus LC500 Sure Comes Close

Early spring in Tokyo is magical. That’s when sakura—the Japanese cherry blossoms—envelop the city in delicate waves of white and pink. The flowers usually bloom in early April, and within mere weeks, they’re gone. The beauty and impermanence of these falling petals draws people from around the world.

Motor1 · Nov 10, 2024

Toyota Calls California EV Rules 'Impossible'

Despite being a pioneer of hybrid technology since the late 1990s, Toyota has been a laggard in the electric vehicle race. The automaker offers several hybrid and plug-in hybrid models in the U.S., but there's only pure electric model in its portfolio, the bZ4x crossover. The Lexus RZ and Subaru…

InsideEVs · Nov 8, 2024

The Lexus GX Is the Best Land Cruiser Ever. We Drove on Dirt for Two Days to Prove It

As an east-coaster, it’s hard not to romanticize the American West. The weather alone could convince most New Englanders to pack up for good. Every time I visit the West, I consider tossing my return ticket in the trash. 

Motor1 · Nov 5, 2024

BYD's Huge October Sales Prove It's Taking Over The World

I'm gonna be honest with you, InsideEVs reader: I'm not anticipating a ton of news in our world this week. I could be wrong, of course—this happens on occasion—but it shouldn't come as a surprise that everyone's collective attention is largely elsewhere. And the U.S. presidential election may have profound…

InsideEVs · Nov 4, 2024

Toyota Very Subtly Hinted at a New Celica and MR2

Toyota knows how to keep enthusiasts happy: By selling fun cars like the 86, Supra, and GR Corolla. Outside the United States, the feisty GR Yaris hot hatch also exists. The Japanese brand even recently suggested the Supra would live on after the BMW Z4’s demise, likely in 2026. Better yet,…

Motor1 · Nov 4, 2024