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California Forced Automakers To Build EVs in the '90s. They Were Doomed From the Start

When we think of iconic Japanese cars, the influential models from the motherland spring to mind—the 1JZ A70 Supra, the R34 Skyline, the 2000GT. But after Japanese marques established a foothold in the States, some of their most interesting projects were built just for us. Take, for example, the earliest…

Motor1 · Nov 6, 2024

This Brand-New Nissan Leaf Has Been Bricked For Months. Now, Nissan Is Buying It Back

A failing high-voltage battery on an electric vehicle is usually associated with high repair costs. That’s why some people are terrified that their beloved EV might conk out, leaving them stranded. Even though statistics show that the possibility of an EV battery failing is tiny (as in, less than 3%),…

InsideEVs · Nov 6, 2024

The Skoda Kylaq Is a $9,300 Car With Ventilated Seats

At $18,330 with destination charges included, the Nissan Versa is the cheapest car money can buy in the United States. Over in India, you can pay half that for a new Skoda. Say hello to the Kylaq, a tiny crossover with a refreshingly low asking price. It starts at INR 789,000,…

Motor1 · Nov 6, 2024

We Drove Every Nissan Skyline GT-R. Which Godzilla Is King?

The sky is perfect, cobalt and hopeful in that Californian way. We’re set up in the high desert near Lancaster, overlooking the arid basin that holds Willow Springs Raceway in its embrace.

Motor1 · Nov 1, 2024

Nissan Built a Supercharged Frontier Drift Truck

Nissan is no stranger to fun one-off builds. Its latest, developed for this year's SEMA show in Las Vegas, is a highly modified Frontier pickup designed to go drifting. The one-off truck comes complete with a custom suspension setup, a supercharged engine, and a set of lovely retro Recaro seats.

Motor1 · Nov 1, 2024

America Almost Got the Wonderfully Quirky Renault Avantime

Renault abandoned the United States in 1987, and it won’t return indirectly until later this decade with its Alpine sub-brand. However, the comeback could’ve happened as early as the start of the 2000s. This is the story of the Avantime (French for "ahead of its time"), a beautiful failure America…

Motor1 · Nov 1, 2024

SEMA 2024: Everything You Need To Know

Get ready: The 2024 SEMA show opens its doors in Las Vegas on November 5. Even though we're still a few days out from opening day, this year looks like it'll be another doozy, with brands like Ford, Dodge, and Toyota already represented.

Motor1 · Oct 31, 2024

Used Chevrolet Bolt EVs Are Somehow Even Cheaper Than You Think

The Chevrolet Bolt EV is a solid electric car. While it doesn't exude the "wow" factor other EVs do, it has great range, decent power, and a reliable track record (minus the LG chem battery debacle). It was also incredibly affordable for a new electric car. The 2023 Bolt EV…

InsideEVs · Oct 29, 2024

‘Cowardly’ drink-driver found by police topless under dining table after killing woman in front of daughters

Ashley Towning, 30, was almost four times over the limit when his Nissan mounted a kerb hitting mother Lijuan Wu and her two daughters

The Independent UK · Oct 28, 2024

Emergency Auto-Braking Systems Are Way Better Than Before, Says Study

Modern safety tech isn't foolproof by any means, but things are getting better. That's the conclusion from AAA, which recently shared the results of a study into automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems. Compared to just six years ago, new vehicles are twice as likely to avoid a frontal collision in…

Motor1 · Oct 26, 2024