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 …
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, …
Hyundai will publicly test its next-generation high-performance N engine during the 24 Hours of Nürburgring. The engine has ‘improved power and response characteristics.’ The current turbocharged 2.0-liter engine makes 276 horsepower in the Elantra N. Next month, Hyundai will begin publicly testing its next-generation high-performance N engine. The automaker is putting the motor in …
Porsche will divest from Bugatti Rimac and Rimac Group. It is selling its stake in both companies to a New York-based consortium. Porsche and Rimac Group established Bugatti Rimac in 2021, with Porsche taking a 45 percent stake in the new company. Porsche’s involvement with Bugatti Rimac and Rimac Group is over. The automaker …
Volkswagen confirms that development of the ninth-generation (Mk9) Golf is well underway. The new Golf will draw design inspiration from the Mk4 Golf. Volkswagen will offer the Golf with BEV, PHEV, and standard combustion powertrains, though the platforms will differ depending on the powertrain. A few weeks ago, we got a first look at a …
Volkswagen Group has to cut production capacity by a million units. It will focus on reducing capacity in Europe and China. The company is facing numerous challenges, including tariffs, competition, and the war in the Middle East. In 2019, before the pandemic, Volkswagen Group was riding high. The German auto conglomerate sold …
The Jetta X concept debuts this week at the Beijing Auto Show. It’s one of four Jetta models set to launch in China by 2028. Jetta will focus on affordable hybrid and electric vehicles. The Jetta has been around since 1979 as a sensible compact model, serving as the sedan sibling to the Golf hatchback. …