The Spyker C8 Preliator debuts on August 14 at Pebble Beach. Spyker CEO and Founder Victor Muller claims the new model “is not going to be electric in any way.” It will use a twin-turbo V8 with 800 hp and top out at over 217 mph. It’s been 100 years since the original Spyker company went out …
Two Porsche 963 race cars will wear a special Apple Computer livery this weekend. The livery pays homage to one worn by customer-owned Porsche 935 K3 from 1980. The one-time livery design also celebrates Apple’s 50th anniversary. When a pair of Porsche 963 race cars hit Laguna Seca this weekend, they’ll be …
Ford will recall 4,922 Bronco SUVs. They underwent prior repairs that could have caused misalignment between the transfer case and transmission, damaging the splines. This is Ford’s 33rd recall so far in 2026. Ford has issued its 33rd recall this year, with this latest one affecting the Bronco. Nearly 5,000 SUVs may have …
Porsche will end production of the ICE-powered Macan this summer. The company is stockpiling as many vehicles as possible. Porsche expects sales of leftover inventory to continue in 2027. After the 718 Boxster and Cayman went out of production in October 2025, another Porsche model is about to kick the bucket. It’s official: the last …
Volkswagen is recalling 38,710 Taos crossovers from the 202 and 2026 model years. They might leak fuel in the event of a severe rear-end collision, which could dislodge the fuel pressure sensor. The crossover has a wiring harness that is too short. Volkswagen is recalling nearly 38,710 Taos crossovers because they might leak fuel in …
The Volkswagen ID. Polo is a completely new development, unrelated to the combustion-engine Polo. It’s available exclusively with front-wheel drive and two battery capacities: 37 kWh and 52 kWh. VW estimates the electric Polo can cover up to 283 miles (455 km) on a single charge. Volkswagen has been selling the Polo for 51 years, …
A camouflaged prototype of the new Audi RS6 was involved in a minor crash test at the Nordschleife. The performance wagon slammed into the tire wall, but was able to slowly drive off and leave the track. The new RS6 is expected to debut later this year in both sedan and wagon body styles. From …
New cars are supposed to have driver monitoring systems in 2027 to detect impaired driving. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that no technology is capable of accurately detecting impaired driving. Automakers have been generally supportive of the initiative. Next year could be the start of a new surveillance era. The …
Over the past few years, some SUVs have moved away from their tall, boxy roots in favor of sleeker designs. Sloping rooflines, coupe-like rear ends, and tighter proportions have become the norm. What was once a body style meant to convey presence and strength has often ended up working against its own identity. That’s what …
The Audi Q4 no longer has dedicated buttons for the climate settings. The optional passenger screen is the largest Audi has ever offered. Bidirectional charging is now supported. Audi has made marginal improvements to the charging power and range. Audi’s desirable Concept C promises a return to form with more physical buttons and less reliance …