Author: Jason Cooper
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Ford Mustang V8 May Face an Earlier End Than Its Manual
The Ford Mustang continues to lead a shrinking sports car segment, but its traditional V8-powered formula faces growing regulatory pressure. While the current seventh-generation S650 retains its internal-combustion roots, the 5.0-liter Coyote V8 could disappear from showrooms before the Mustang’s manual transmission. Ford Mustang Stands Alone in a Shrinking Segment With the Chevrolet Camaro discontinued…
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Electric Defender Prototype Spotted Testing at Nürburgring
An electric Defender prototype has been spotted testing at Germany’s Nürburgring with an unusual large box mounted at the rear, offering a possible clue about how Land Rover could handle charging equipment in one of its upcoming electric models. Electric Defender Prototype Gets a Large Rear Box Following an earlier sighting at Eastnor Castle in…
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Diesel Truck Discounts Rise as Fuel Prices Hit Record High
Diesel prices have climbed sharply since the start of the Iran conflict, with the national average now reaching an all-time high of $6.51 per gallon, according to AAA data. The higher fuel costs are also weighing on demand for diesel-powered vehicles, prompting GM, Ford and Ram to offer significant discounts on their HD pickups. For…
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Major Car Discounts Reach $70,000 on Select 2026 Models
Automakers are offering major discounts on select vehicles as the end of the year approaches, with some incentives reaching $70,000. The discounts span luxury cars, pickups and EVs, as brands look to move inventory before the year ends. Car Discounts of $10,000 or More Average car prices have continued rising, while automakers are increasingly using…
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VW ID. Tiguan Confirmed as ID.4 Replacement in North America
Volkswagen has confirmed the ID. Tiguan as the replacement for the ID.4 in North America, with the new electric crossover set to launch in Europe in early 2027 before arriving in the region. The new model will bring a completely fresh design and carry the established Tiguan name as Volkswagen moves beyond the ID.4. A…
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Mazda Patent Could Help Drivers Find the Right Steering Position
Mazda is exploring a simple way to help drivers maintain the proper driving posture and adjust the steering wheel correctly. A patent filed with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office outlines a system designed to make finding the right steering wheel position easier while potentially improving safety and comfort. How Mazda’s Steering Wheel System Could…
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Toyota Le Mans Winner Heads to Fuji in a Wild JDM Video
Toyota is celebrating its sixth consecutive Le Mans victory, and the winning car is now headed to the next FIA World Endurance Championship round in Fuji, Japan. Along the way, Toyota has turned the journey into a playful video that appears to pay tribute to both the Cars and Fast & Furious franchises. A Le…
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Ford F-150 Production Paused at Dearborn Plant for Days
Ford has paused F-150 production at its Dearborn Truck Plant near Detroit, Michigan, with the shutdown expected to continue through September 29 as a supply chain shortage disrupts output. Dearborn Plant Pauses F-150 Production According to a report from Reuters, production at the Dearborn Truck Plant has been paused since Thursday, September 24. The facility…
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Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC Gets 3,200-Mile Road Test
Ford is taking a different approach to gathering reactions to its latest Mustang variant, sending the Mustang Dark Horse SC on a 3,200-mile road trip months before the supercharged sports car reached the market. Todd Willing, head of design at Ford, used the cross-country journey to observe how people responded to the car in real-world…
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Volvo Moose Test Shows How Cars Handle Animal Crashes
Volvo continues to use a specialized moose crash test dummy to study what happens when vehicles cannot avoid large animals, building on a safety practice that began in Sweden in the 1970s. How the Moose Test Began In the 1970s, moose posed enough of a problem for drivers in Sweden that a test was developed…
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