Author: Jason Cooper
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German Drivers Turn to EVs as Fuel Prices Surge
A record 12% of German drivers who replaced a combustion-engine car in the second quarter chose an EV, according to a survey conducted for insurer Huk-Coburg and reported by Bloomberg. The rate was more than double the level recorded in January and February, with the insurer pointing to the US-Israeli war on Iran and the…
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BMW 8 Series Successor Faces Major Neue Klasse Roadblock
The BMW 8 Series appears to have reached another turning point. Production of the second-generation coupe ended earlier this year, and BMW has not included a direct replacement in its public plans. A new report offers insight into why the current 8 Series reportedly cannot simply transition into BMW’s Neue Klasse era, while leaving open…
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Vehicle Recalls Surge as New-Car Quality Improves
Vehicle recalls are surging across the U.S., with more than 23 million vehicles recalled so far this year, even as new-vehicle quality reaches record levels. The recall total is roughly twice what it was at this point last year and puts the industry on pace to surpass the full-year record of 31.3 million vehicles set…
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BMW Recalls 13 X3 SUVs Over Steering Assembly Issue
BMW is recalling 13 X3 SUVs after a single owner reported that the steering wheel on a 2025 X3 had become unusually light. An inspection found no visible damage, but a deeper investigation into the vehicle’s production records uncovered a potential assembly deviation involving the steering spindle. One Steering Complaint Triggered the Investigation The affected…
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BMW M3 Touring Beats Audi RS 5 Avant in Track Test
The BMW M3 Touring has beaten the Audi RS 5 Avant in a track comparison at the Hockenheimring, despite giving up 107 horsepower and 130 lb-ft of torque to its rival. The result highlights how weight, handling and tires can outweigh a major power advantage in a high-performance wagon. Performance Wagons Gain Attention in the…
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Goodyear, Michelin Close Historic Plants as Tire Market Shifts
Major tire brands including Goodyear and Michelin are closing historic North American plants as the industry moves away from traditional manufacturing and toward more automated production. The shift reflects changing consumer demand, evolving vehicle engineering and growing pressure to control production costs. Why Tire Manufacturing Is Changing Once viewed as permanent fixtures of domestic manufacturing,…
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Volkswagen Reverses Course on Touchscreens With Physical Controls
Volkswagen is moving away from an all-touchscreen approach after customers made their preference clear: Bring back physical controls. The company’s first wave of ID electric vehicles relied heavily on touchscreens, capacitive panels, sliders and other digital controls, but the approach received a far-from-positive reception. Volkswagen Learned a Costly Lesson Touchscreens and panels can serve many…
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GM Patent Reveals Built-In Neck Pillow for Car Seats
A new GM patent could give passengers a more comfortable way to rest during long drives. Published in July 2026, patent 20260208649 describes an inflatable neck pillow built directly into the top of a vehicle seatback, allowing it to deploy when needed and disappear into a hidden compartment when not in use. GM’s Built-In Neck…
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Kia Telluride Battery Problems Spark New Class Action Lawsuit
Kia Telluride battery problems are at the center of a new class action lawsuit alleging that Kia knew about parasitic battery drain but concealed the issue since the vehicle was launched. The lawsuit involves first-generation Tellurides from the 2020 through 2026 model years and says some owners have faced repeated battery replacements and related out-of-pocket…
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U.S.-Canada Trade Deal Could Lower Canadian Auto Tariffs
The United States and Canada are negotiating a trade agreement aimed at reversing the effects of protectionist policies, with President Donald Trump pushing back a Saturday deadline for new duties on Canadian goods as talks continue. Prime Minister Mark Carney said negotiations are progressing, providing a reprieve for workers affected by the trade dispute. Proposed…
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