Audi Considers ‘Technological Possibilities’ To Keep Five-Cylinder Alive In Europe

Audi Considers 'Technological Possibilities' To Keep Five-Cylinder Alive In Europe

Audi’s Five-Cylinder Not Dead Yet? Europe Might Get Hybrid Version Audi could hybridize the five-cylinder engine to keep it on sale in Europe.   The 2.5-liter five-cylinder does not meet Europe’s new emissions regulations.   Audi’s five-cylinder engine is dead in Europe. Emissions regulations have made it difficult for the automaker to continue offering it …

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Hyundai Elantra N TCR Is A Bargain Compared To The Civic Type R

Hyundai Elantra N TCR Is A Bargain Compared To The Civic Type R

The Hyundai Elantra N TCR starts at $40,495 for the manual-equipped model.  The TCR with the dual-clutch automatic transmission has a starting price of $41,995.   The Elantra N TCR features upgrades like an adjustable carbon-fiber wing and lightweight 19-inch wheels.   Back in November, Hyundai confirmed the Elantra N TCR Edition would come to …

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Ford Recalls 1.4 Million Trucks For Faulty Transmissions

Ford Recalls 1.4 Million Trucks For Faulty Transmissions

Ford is recalling 1.4 million F-150 trucks due to potentially faulty transmissions.    The six-speed transmission could unexpectedly downshift into second gear while the vehicle is in motion.    The recall affects the 2015-2017 F-150.    Ford has issued a recall for nearly 1.4 million F-150 pickups. The trucks could have a faulty six-speed automatic …

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It’s No Mustang: 911 GT3 RS WIth Manthey Kit Sets Nürburgring Lap Time

It's No Mustang: 911 GT3 RS WIth Manthey Kit Sets Nürburgring Lap Time

The Porsche GT3 911 RS with the Manthey Kit lapped the Nürburgring in 6 minutes and 45.389 seconds.    The kit includes aerodynamic and suspension upgrades, creating 2,200 pounds of downforce at 177 miles per hour.    The Manthey Kit costs $116,160.   Between Ford and Chevrolet battling it out on the Nürburgring, Porsche slipped in …

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Hyundai Serves Up Fresh Batch Of N Performance Parts

Hyundai Serves Up Fresh Batch Of N Performance Parts

Hyundai has announced a new line of N Performance Parts. First up, Hyundai has upgraded pieces for Elantra N and Ioniq 5 N owners. The automaker says more parts are on the way, as well. Hyundai appears quite eager for the N brand to truly stand for performance in the eyes of motoring enthusiasts. The …

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Ford Mustang GTD Crushes Corvette ZR1X’s Nürburgring Record With 6:40 Lap

Ford Mustang GTD Crushes Corvette ZR1X's Nürburgring Record With 6:40 Lap

The Ford Mustang GTD Competition is the fastest street-legal American car at the Nürburgring. Its 6:40.835 lap time makes it more than 8 seconds faster than the ZR1X. The lighter, more powerful Competition version improves the Mustang GTD’s lap time by 11 seconds. The Mustang GTD became the fastest American production car at the Nürburgring in …

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Nissan Drops First Glimpse Of New Off-Road Concept

Nissan Drops First Glimpse Of New Off-Road Concept

The boxy SUV will be joined by a second concept at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show. The hardcore off-roader has auxiliary lights and beefy all-terrain tires. If a production version follows, it could be exclusive to China. It’s safe to say it has been a busy week for Nissan. Aside from teasing the return of …

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This Chinese Automaker Just Made The Most Efficient Engine Ever

This Chinese Automaker Just Made The Most Efficient Engine Ever

Geely has made a combustion engine that achieves 48.4 percent thermal efficiency.  It is a record for combustion engines.  The hybrid powertrain can achieve 105 miles per gallon.  China’s star in the automotive sphere is more than rising—it’s soaring to the very top. It’s enough that traditional automakers are getting concerned about the technological and …

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New Car Payments Are Now More Than $800 A Month: Study 

New Car Payments Are Now More Than $800 A Month: Study 

The average monthly new-car payment rose to $806 last month.    Nearly one in five finance customers is paying more than $1,000 a month.   Loans of 84 months or more accounted for nearly 13 percent of sales in March.    New data paints a bleak picture for car buyers. The average monthly new-car payment rose …

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A ‘Neue Klasse’ BMW 6 Series Would Look Beautiful

A 'Neue Klasse' BMW 6 Series Would Look Beautiful

BMW discontinued the 6 Series in 2019, but rumors suggest the automaker will revive the model.   Unofficial renderings from sugardesign_1 depict what a next-generation 6 Series could look like with the brand’s Neue Klasse design language.   There are rumors that a new 6 Series will replace the discontinued 8 Series.   BMW killed …

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