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Every Porsche SUV Will Be Electric by 2030, Including a New Cayenne EV

After the next-generation Cayenne becomes electric, all of Porsche's SUVs will be electric by the end of the decade. → Read More

Final Dodge Challenger Could Have 215 MPH Top Speed, Other Absurd Stats

Dodge reveals another teaser for its final high-performance Challenger and it could have a 215 mph top speed. → Read More

Chevy Might Be Working on a Hydrogen-Powered Pickup Truck

A couple of recent trademark filings show that Chevy could be working on a hydrogen-powered pickup truck, like its 2016 U.S. Army prototype. → Read More

There Are a Bunch of Gently Used Nissan Indy Pro V8s for Sale on Facebook

If you're looking for an engine for your race car, a seller is looking to get rid of several gently used, rebuilt Nissan Indy Pro V8s. → Read More

The Subaru WRX Hit Record High Sales in February

The 2023 Subaru WRX hit record high sales figures in February, with an increase of 8,280 percent over last year. → Read More

2023 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron Review: Not Quite Special Enough

The Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron is the entry-level EV in Audi's lineup but can't overcome its Volkswagen underpinnings. → Read More

Ford Shows a Men's Only Explorer To Celebrate Women’s Month

The Ford Explorer Men's Only Edition celebrates Women's History Month by proving how many features were invented by women. → Read More

Lamborghini's First Hybrid Supercar Packs a V12, Three Electric Motors and 1,001 HP

The new Lamborghini LB744 is a plug-in hybrid V12 supercar with three electric motors, 1,001 horsepower, and a 9,250 rpm redline. → Read More

Rare Imported Mitsuoka Ray Is a Rolls-Royce Knockoff Kei Car You Can Buy

This 1997 Mitsuoka Ray is an incredibly rare kei car based on the Mazda Carol and it's currently for sale in Pennsylvania. → Read More

First Porsche 911 Hybrid Could Be Reborn 700-HP New GT2 RS: Report

Mild-hybrid tech borrowed from Le Mans 919 race cars could make the next GT2 RS the fastest road-going Porsche ever. → Read More

Here's How F1 Engines Make 1,000 HP From Just 1.6 Liters

Even without the hybrid assistance, F1 V6s are still able to squeeze out almost 850 horsepower. → Read More

Fernando Alonso’s 2019 Pole-Setting Lap at Sebring Is Still Shocking to Watch

This on-board video from 2019 shows Fernando Alonso breaking the fastest lap ever recorded at Sebring International Raceway. → Read More

Fernando Alonso Kept Me From Falling Asleep During the 2023 Bahrain F1 GP

Fernando Alonso took third place in the 2023 Bahrain F1 grand prix, shaking up the boring finish we all predicted. → Read More

New Suzuki Jimny Heritage Edition Packs a 5-Speed Manual and Retro Goodness

A retro-themed livery makes the coolest little off-roader even cooler. → Read More

2023 Volvo V60 Recharge Review: Peerless, Practical Performance

The Volvo V60 Recharge is a turbocharged, hybrid, performance wagon, a recipe that more companies should copy. → Read More

Nissan EVs Won't Qualify for Full Tax Credit Until 2026

When you factor in how competitive the EV segment is getting every month, three years is a very, very long time. → Read More

Alfa Romeo Boss Promises One Last Old-School Supercar Before Going Electric

Alfa Romeo has plans to make a supercar that, despite not being green lit by Stellantis, is already almost sold out. → Read More

Count How Many Things Went Wrong With This Guy’s Audi Delivery

In what should have been a routine delivery, several mistakes were made that led to disaster. All as the alleged customer watched from their window. → Read More

This Ferrari Roma Test Mule Is Hiding the V12 for the 812’s Replacement

This new spy video shows off a Ferrari Roma prototype with a V12 engine, which could be the successor to the 812 Superfast. → Read More

Watch a State Trooper Jump at Very Last Second to Avoid Out-of-Control Semi Truck

During a heavy snow storm, a Wyoming state trooper narrowly avoided being hit by a semi truck on the side of the road. → Read More