Read MoreElias Moreau2026-08-20Toyota 2027 Corolla 60th Anniversary: 2,500 Cars, One RedToyota celebrates the Corolla's 60th with a 2027 Special Edition: 2,500 Supersonic Red SE Hybrids for the US, exclusive badges, black 18-inch wheels, upgraded cabin trim and a 10.5-inch multimedia screen. Price for the special model is TBA.
Read MoreElias Moreau2026-08-19Hyundai Ioniq 3 Enters Production at Turkiye's Izmit PlantHyundai has started production of the Ioniq 3 at its Izmit, Turkiye plant, the first EV passenger car built there by a foreign automaker. The factory got a €250 million upgrade and aims for 30,000 units per year ahead of a September launch.
Read MoreDanny Sampson2026-08-192Why BYD Outpaced Detroit and Tokyo in 2026 InnovationBYD topped CAM’s 2026 innovation ranking, leaving VW and Mercedes behind. This report examines why public, production-ready tech wins influence, how premium and Chinese brands lead, and what it means for global markets.
Read MoreDanny Sampson2026-08-192Mahindra’s Lifestyler: Budget Pickup Aiming at HiluxMahindra’s Lifestyler is a competitively priced mid-size pickup unveiled for global markets. Built on a ladder frame, offered with 2.0 petrol and 2.2 diesel engines, and starting below €19,000 in India, it targets the Isuzu D-Max and Toyota Hilux.
Read MoreElias Moreau2026-08-19Solar-proof Paint: Cars that Stay Cool Without PowerSpanish researchers developed a PVDF nanocoating that passively cools sun-exposed surfaces up to 12.9°C by reflecting 82.4% of sunlight and emitting 96.7% in the 8–13 μm infrared window, promising energy savings for cars and buildings.
Read MoreDanny Sampson2026-08-182Why a Yellow Ferrari F50 Just Became the Most ExpensiveA rare Giallo Modena Ferrari F50 sold in Monterey for €13,409,000, setting a new record as two F50s combined to fetch around €23,000,000. Full provenance, original tools and even original driving boots helped seal the deal.
Read MoreDanny Sampson2026-08-182Inside the All-New Mazda CX-3: A 2027 Preview and First LookMazda quietly confirmed a new CX-3 for 2027. Leaked Thai sketches and realistic renders suggest an evolutionary redesign with hybrid options, a cleaner face, flush handles and production in Thailand for global export.
Read MoreElias Moreau2026-08-18Inside the €36.8M Sale of Ferrari’s First Electric SupercarAt RM Sotheby's in Monterey, the first customer-bound Ferrari EV, Luce Chassis Zero, sold for €36.8M. Tailor Made artistry, 1,050 hp, 530 km WLTP range, and all proceeds to the Ferrari Foundation.
Read MoreElias Moreau2026-08-18Porsche 911 Carrera S Manual: GT3 Feel for Less US-onlyPorsche has reintroduced a six-speed manual to the 911 Carrera S with an MT package that aims to capture GT3 spirit at a lower cost. Coupe and cabriolet are US-only, with tuned suspension and characterful cabin details.
Read MoreDanny Sampson2026-08-172Lincoln Nautilus 2027: A Bolder Look, Divisive GrilleLincoln’s refreshed 2027 Nautilus arrives with a wider, controversial grille, sleeker headlights, new colors, upgraded interior themes and a 48-inch display. Hybrid option and U.S. production plans by 2030 are included.
Read MoreElias Moreau2026-08-17Vanderhall Santarosa Launch Edition: Electric, ExclusiveVanderhall unveiled the Santarosa Launch Edition at Monterey: a limited-run electric three-wheeler with 180 hp, up to 480 km range with an optional battery, only 50 numbered units, and deliveries due in Q4 2026.
Read MoreDanny Sampson2026-08-17How Tata Motors Lost Momentum: An 80% Profit ShockTata Motors reported an 80% quarterly profit collapse, pushing its passenger-vehicle shares down. Jaguar Land Rover's margin pressure, rising input costs and heavy discounting have dented profitability and the short-term outlook.
Read MoreElias Moreau2026-08-172Why Hybrid SUVs Overtook EVs in Buyers' Affection NowKBB data shows hybrid SUVs surge to 22% buyer interest in early 2026 while EV attention slips to 10%. Practicality, affordability, and real-world fuel savings are driving the shift toward hybrids.
Read MoreElias Moreau2026-08-162Gordon Murray S1: V12, Manual Gearbox, McLaren SpiritGordon Murray's new S1 marries a screaming Cosworth V12 and a six-speed manual with touring comfort and extreme lightweight design. Limited to 64 bespoke examples, it channels the spirit of the McLaren F1 while prioritizing real driving engagement.
Read MoreElias Moreau2026-08-162Porsche Plans to Retire the Taycan by 2030: What’s Next?Porsche is reportedly preparing to phase out the Taycan by 2030 after steep sales declines. The move reflects a strategic shift toward new EV architectures and models like an electric Panamera and the powerful Cayenne EV.
Read MoreDanny Sampson2026-08-16Bugatti Destrier Roadster: From Fantasy to Open-Top CoolThe Bugatti Destrier, Programme Solitaire’s newest one-off, blends Bolide engineering with handcrafted luxury. A digital artist even imagined it as an open-top Roadster—purple outside, yellow inside—raising the question: coupe or roadster?
Read MoreDanny Sampson2026-08-16BYD Qin Max Unveiled: Rapid Charging and 'God Eye' AssistBYD launches the Qin Max sedan in China with BEV and PHEV options, super-fast charging, lidar-equipped 'God Eye' driver assist, and competitive pricing from about €13,700 to €19,700.
Read MoreElias Moreau2026-08-15Mustang Dark Horse SC Convertible Roars With 795 HPFord's Mustang Dark Horse SC convertible arrives with a supercharged 5.2L V8 making 795 hp, tuned for open-air grand touring. Deliveries begin spring 2027 and orders open this fall.
Read MoreElias Moreau2026-08-15Czinger 21C Spyder Unveiled: Open-Top, Radical TechCzinger's new 21C Spyder debuted at Monterey Car Week with BioLogic Engineering, BrakeNode and NeuralNode tech. The open-top hybrid delivers 1,250 hp, massive downforce and 0-97 km/h in 1.9 s. Limited to 30 units.
Read MoreDanny Sampson2026-08-152Why the 2028 BMW iX5 M Roared Quietly at the NurburgringA camouflaged 2028 BMW iX5 M prototype hit the Nurburgring, revealing airflow-focused intakes, Neue Klasse styling cues, a quad-motor setup governed by BMW's Heart of Joy control, and likely 800 hp-plus performance.
