Luxury Car Brands and Accessibility: Is Exclusivity Becoming Obsolete?

Luxury Car Brands and Accessibility Is Exclusivity Becoming Obsolete

Luxury car brands have long been associated with exclusivity, opulence, and status. For decades, names like Rolls-Royce, Bentley, and Ferrari have evoked images of high society, where owning such a vehicle was not just about…

The Ethics of Car Subscription Models: Convenience or Corporate Greed?

The Ethics of Car Subscription Models Convenience or Corporate Greed

Car subscription models have emerged as a modern alternative to traditional car ownership and leasing, capturing the interest of consumers who seek flexibility and convenience in their transportation choices. These models typically involve a monthly…

Mercedes-Benz Drive Pilot Gains Approval for Level 3 Autonomous Driving in Germany, Nevada, and California

Mercedes Benz Drive Pilot Gains Approval for Level 3 Autonomous Driving in Germany, Nevada, and California

Mercedes-Benz’s Drive Pilot is an advanced automated driving system that has received approval for use on select roads in Germany, Nevada, and California. Currently available on the S-Class and EQS electric sedan models, Drive Pilot…

New Jersey Judge Approves Class Action Settlement for Subaru Windshield Cracking Case Affecting 1.4 Million

New Jersey Judge Approves Class Action Settlement for Subaru Windshield Cracking Case Affecting 1.4 Million

A New Jersey judge has granted preliminary approval for a class action settlement regarding cracked windshields in certain Subaru models, potentially benefiting 1.4 million Subaru owners and lessees. The case, which began in 2019, stems…

Used Tesla Model Y Prices Drop Significantly as Inventory Surges and Demand Continues to Rise

Used Tesla Model Y Prices Drop Significantly as Inventory Surges and Demand Continues to Rise

Used Tesla Model Y sales are experiencing a significant surge, with prices continuing to decline. According to Rebecca Lindland, Senior Director of Industry Data and Insights at Cars Commerce, the increase in inventory has driven…

Mazda Revives Rotary Engine for Hybrid Systems, Preserving Legacy with a Sustainable Twist

Mazda Revives Rotary Engine for Hybrid Systems, Preserving Legacy with a Sustainable Twist

Mazda has officially revived its rotary engine, but not in the way many might expect. While the company recently showcased the stunning Iconic SP rotary-hybrid coupe concept, which some might associate with a return to…

Bugatti Chiron Profilée Sells for $10.7 Million, Setting World Auction Record for New Cars

Bugatti Chiron Profilée Sells for $10.7 Million, Setting World Auction Record for New Cars

Bugatti recently set a world auction record for a new car by selling its last purely gas-powered supercar, the Chiron Profilée, for over $10 million at an RM Paris collector car auction. Initially a special…

Kia EV6 Wins European Car of the Year, Showcasing Electric Innovation and Performance

Kia EV6 Wins European Car of the Year, Showcasing Electric Innovation and Performance

The Kia EV6 has earned the prestigious Car of the Year award, selected by auto journalists from 23 European countries to honor the best new vehicle in the past year. Due to the geopolitical situation…

Nissan Faces Backlash Over Emissions Test Discrepancies Amid Compliance Concerns

Nissan Faces Backlash Over Emissions Test Discrepancies Amid Compliance Concerns

Nissan has admitted that emissions and fuel economy tests for its vehicles in Japan deviated from prescribed standards, with inspection reports based on altered data. The carmaker pledged a full investigation and committed to implementing…

Toyota Mirai Faces Backlash as Scientists Urge Paris Olympics to Favor Battery EVs Over Hydrogen Cars

Toyota Mirai Faces Backlash as Scientists Urge Paris Olympics to Favor Battery EVs Over Hydrogen Cars

The Toyota Mirai, a hydrogen fuel-cell vehicle (FCEV), has come under scrutiny from scientists for failing to meet true zero-emissions standards. An open letter signed by over 120 scientists and engineers, led by the Centre…

The Pros and Cons of Buying a Car with a Turbocharged Engine

The Pros and Cons of Buying a Car with a Turbocharged Engine

Turbocharged engines have become increasingly popular in the automotive industry, offering a range of benefits that appeal to many drivers. By forcing more air into the engine, turbochargers can increase power output without significantly increasing…

Rivian Faces Supply Chain Crisis as Copper Shortage Cuts Production Targets by 18%

Rivian Faces Supply Chain Crisis as Copper Shortage Cuts Production Targets by 18%

Rivian Automotive’s significant 9% share price drop on October 4 highlighted challenges stemming from a supply chain misstep involving a critical component—copper windings—for its in-house electric vehicle (EV) motors. The issue arose from a miscommunication…

Fire Risk Prompts Ford to Recall 100,000 Vehicles and Expand SUV Recall Amid Safety Concerns

Fire Risk Prompts Ford to Recall 100,000 Vehicles and Expand SUV Recall Amid Safety Concerns

Ford Motor Company announced on Friday a recall of 100,000 U.S. vehicles due to fire risks and expanded an earlier recall following reports of vehicle fires. The new recall affects certain 2020-2022 Ford Escape, Maverick,…

Jaguar’s Radical Rebranding Sparks Debate, as Company Shifts Focus Toward Electric Future and Younger Demographic

Jaguar's Radical Rebranding Sparks Debate, as Company Shifts Focus Toward Electric Future and Younger Demographic

Jaguar’s recent rebranding campaign has sparked significant debate, with reactions ranging from criticism to praise. Some conservative social media users have accused the company of “going woke,” while others questioned the decision to exclude any…

BYD Cleared of Legal Violations in Thailand Despite Pricing Complaints, Faces Challenges Amid Price Cuts and Market Pressures

BYD Cleared of Legal Violations in Thailand Despite Pricing Complaints, Faces Challenges Amid Price Cuts and Market Pressures

BYD, a Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, was recently cleared by Thailand’s consumer watchdog of any legal violations regarding its discount strategies, despite complaints from customers. The complaints revolved around undisclosed giveaway prices from BYD’s…

Volkswagen Subsidiary Leaks Data of 800,000 EV Drivers, Exposing Sensitive Information and Raising Privacy Concerns

Volkswagen Subsidiary Leaks Data of 800,000 EV Drivers, Exposing Sensitive Information and Raising Privacy Concerns

Volkswagen’s subsidiary, Cariad, recently leaked the personal data of 800,000 electric vehicle (EV) drivers from brands like Volkswagen, Audi, Seat, and Skoda. This breach exposed sensitive information, including the precise location of 460,000 cars and…

Former Tesla Employee Warns Autopilot Isn’t Ready for Public Use, Raises Concerns Over Safety

Former Tesla Employee Warns Autopilot Isn't Ready for Public Use, Raises Concerns Over Safety

Lukasz Krupski, a former Tesla employee, has raised alarms about the safety of the company’s Autopilot technology, claiming that it is not ready for public use. In an interview with the BBC, Krupski argued that…