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The BMW 4 Series Isn't Going Anywhere. And It Should Keep Its Gas Engine

For years, there’s been talk that the BMW 4 Series might be living on borrowed time. But based on new information, that doesn’t seem to be the case at all. While some competitors are scaling back their two-door offerings—or dropping them entirely—BMW is making it clear that the 4 Series…

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Mansory's Koenigsegg Jesko Isn't As Bad As You Think

Mansory has modified its first Koenigsegg—and it’s a Jesko. It was built as part of a promotion with online casino Spartans.com, and the good news is, it doesn't look nearly as bad as you might think.

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We're Obsessed With This Tiny Honda Fit Race Car

Honda just recently launched an updated version of the Fit in China—and it's adorable. But hidden in the debut photos was something we weren't expecting: a Fit race car concept with all the trimmings.

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American car buyers hate color. Sorry, but it’s true. Despite the number of eye-catching greens, purples, and yellows that hit the market last year, the data shows that buyers largely ignored them.

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This Fiat 124 Spider Build Has An Unlikely Engine Swap. Here's How It Happened

The Fiat 124 Spider is the Mazda Miata’s oft-forgotten Italian sibling. Even though it shared a platform with the ND Miata, it had a different engine, an older transmission, and a quirkier design that never fully resonated with enthusiasts.

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Every Third Porsche Sold In Europe Last Year Was Electric

You know we’re living in a weird timeline when pure combustion-engine cars become the minority at Porsche in its homeland, Europe. Full-year sales results across the continent show that plug-in hybrids and purely electric cars outsold ICE-only models for the first time ever. PHEVs and EVs climbed to a 57.9-percent…

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Porsche Broke Its US Sales Record By The Slimmest Of Margins

Update: This story has been updated with global sales data.

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The VW ID. Buzz Had A Buzzing Year As Global Sales Doubled In 2025

The ID. Buzz got off to a rocky start in the United States. Not only did it arrive in North America much later than in Europe, but its relatively skimpy range and high price also made it a tough sell. Although it hasn’t been outright canceled in the U.S., the…

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Ford's New WEC Engine Is Based On The Coyote V8: 'We Are Doing Everything In-House'

A naturally aspirated 5.4-liter V8 engine will power Ford’s upcoming FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) Hypercar when it returns to the series in 2027. It’s based on Ford’s 5.0-liter Coyote and is a derivative of the engines that power the Mustang GT3 and GT4.

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The Average New Car Transaction Price Is The Highest Its Ever Been

In the continuining sage of "Everything is Too Expensive" news, the average new-car transaction price hit a record high in December of 2025. According to Cox Automotive, car buyers paid an average price of $50,326 to get their new ride off the dealer lot.

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'Ford Racing Can't Be A Marketing Department:' Ford's CEO On The Business Of Performance

There's an old saying in the motorsports world: "The best way to make a small fortune in racing is to start with a large one."

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Here's Why The Ford Mustang GTD Is Banned From Racing

The "race cars for the road" cliche is dying. Not because of an ever-increasing effort to dull and maim road cars, but in fact quite the opposite. Machines like the new Mustang GTD and Porsche 911 GT3 RS are no longer race car copies; they are technically superior in a…

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BMW’s Big Engines Will Continue, Even The V12

Stricter emissions regulations are widely regarded as the Achilles’ heel of large-displacement combustion engines. It’s especially challenging in the European Union, where the forthcoming Euro 7 standard is causing automakers significant headaches. However, BMW has taken precautionary measures to ensure its larger engines won’t be outlawed when EU7 comes into…

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Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC Revealed: A Sinister Supercharged Pony Car

Ford has upped the ante with the Mustang Dark Horse SC. Under the hood is a supercharged 5.2-liter V8 engine paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. The automaker will release the car’s official power numbers and the price later in the year, right before deliveries begin this summer.

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Mercedes Gears Up For Lots Of New Car Debuts In 2026

Mercedes teased the S-Class’ massive facelift earlier this week, but there’s much more to come in 2026. We’ve now learned that the luxury sedan’s premiere on January 29 will be followed by the posh Maybach S-Class, featuring an even longer wheelbase and a V12 engine. Looking beyond the flagship, many…

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BMW’s Most Powerful Production Model Gets A Huge Price Cut

BMW robbed us of a mid-engine supercar to build the XM instead, a decision met with immense criticism from fans of the fabled roundel. Sales numbers haven’t been encouraging either, as the plug-in hybrid SUV has consistently sat at the bottom of the rankings. In 2025, only 1,878 vehicles were…

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Honda Has A New Logo. Soon, It Will Be On Everything

Honda will soon roll out its updated logo. The refreshed H mark will first arrive on electric and hybrid vehicles. But it won't be long before the new look lands all across the entire brand.

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Ford Employee Who Heckled Trump Gets UAW Support: 'Freedom Of Speech'

During a recent visit to Ford’s factory in Dearborn, Michigan, President Trump was heckled by a factory employee working on the floor. In a 30-second video obtained by TMZ, the employee is heard allegedly calling Trump a "pedophile protector."

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RIP: These Cars Won't Make It To 2027

We’re only a month into 2026, but there’s already a handful of cars that won’t live to see the end of the year. Some automakers have already begun discontinuing models that are either slow sellers or showing their age to make room for newer and better products.

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Dead: Dodge Hornet

Dodge has discontinued production of the Hornet SUV. The compact crossover first went on sale in 2023 as a competitor to the Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, and Chevrolet Equinox. Now, after just three years on sale, Dodge is pulling the plug on its underwhelming SUV.

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A Forgotten British Brand Is Back With A New V8 Sports Car

Fifty years after closing up shop, Jensen is back. That name probably only rings a bell for hardcore classic-car enthusiasts (or faithful Top Gear viewers). Jensen Motors was a British coachbuilder and car manufacturer that operated from 1935 until 1976, earning a reputation for its high-performance grand tourers.

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Meet The New Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC

Well, here it is—meet the new Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC ahead of its official debut. Red Bull released a video on its YouTube channel showing the new performance car alongside a host of race cars and classic Mustangs, driven by Formula 1 legend Max Verstappen.

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Honda Says Passport TrailSport Sales Were 'Higher Than We Anticipated'

Honda had a successful year. The company moved over 1.4 million vehicles in the US in 2025, marking a modest 0.5-percent increase compared to 2024. The CR-V remained Honda’s top seller, but even executives were shocked by the success of the new Passport.

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The Honda Base Station Is A Futuristic Camper That Fits In Your Garage

Honda wants to show you don’t need a large truck or SUV to haul a camper and enjoy the great outdoors. The new Base Station is a compact trailer that can be towed by vehicles as small as the CR-V, America's best-selling SUV over the last 25 years. Once the…

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The Acura RDX Is Dead. But A Hybrid Replacement Is Coming

Say your goodbyes: Acura is ending production of the RDX after a 19-year run in the US—at least, for a little bit. The company announced today that the compact luxury SUV will be discontinued later this year, with no model planned for 2027. That said, the RDX won't be gone…

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