The automotive world is constantly evolving, and manufacturers are continuously developing new technologies, powertrains, and approaches to design their vehicles. Each year, more and more cars are set to debut and redefine the automotive world. As we approach 2026 and beyond, the next generation of vehicles is set to truly captivate drivers with its groundbreaking […]
Unearthing Forgotten Automotive History: 10 Notable Barn Finds That Restored Rare Legends
All sorts of amazing stories can emerge from the car world, but discovering decades-old cars that no one remembers is pretty high on the excitement list. While plenty of classic cars are displayed lovingly in museums or maintained meticulously in private collections, many go to long-forgotten retirement sites in old storage buildings, attics and barns […]
Engineering Marvels on Wheels: 10 Iconic Cars Powered by 16-Cylinder Engines
The quest for increased performance, improved refinement and technical advancement has always been a key force in the development of automotive engineering. V8 and V12 engines are legendary among the enthusiasts, but a few manufacturers decided to get creative to the extreme and construct an outstanding 16-cylinder powerplant. These amazing engines were never designed to […]
BMW Prepares 8,000 Voluntary Job Cuts and Selects Qualcomm for Future Vehicle Software
BMW Group Annihilating 8,000 Jobs While Cutting Decade-Long Deal For New Software BMW Group just announced two unrelated (or perhaps wholly related) news items. First, plans to cut around 8,000 jobs in Germany. Also, the car maker agreed to the single, 10-year supply deal for technology partner Qualcomm. Put them together and it’s the story […]
How 3D-Printed Sand is Forging a New Era of Engine Power
In the world of gears and high performance, we are drawn to the flashy stuff the billet, the carbon fiber, the wild new configurations. Right now, however, one of the biggest advances is taking place in an area none of us see the foundry. The oft-overlooked intake manifold, a beastly metal conduit channeling precious air […]
Ford’s Bronco Recall: A Technical Look at the Fire Risk
The Bronco from Ford Motor Company has always personified the promise of adventure, freedom, and sheer capability. It was created as the robust and able SUV designed for tough adventures, and its legendary status has been a major factor in securing dedicated fans. That reputation, centered around confidence and endurance, would still fall victim to […]
Celebrating Giugiaro: 12 Designs That Shaped Automotive History
It’s few men who have entered the lexicon of auto design, fewer still are names that have acquired mythical status-and Giugiaro is one of the latter. His contributions transcend simple cars to influence entire generations of driving machines, from humble hatches to head-turning Italian sports cars. Having been named “Designer of the Century” by a […]
Celebrating the Flawed: Cars We Have an Undeniable Soft Spot For
But car obsession is hardly restricted to the realms of exotic super-cars and classic muscle legends, and perhaps the most endearing cars are often the ones which fell short of being truly great. They could be contentious, have undershot sale expectations, failed to meet their performance aims, but at the end of the day they’ve […]
From Showrooms to Shadows: 15 Once-Popular Forgotten Cars
There comes a time for specific automotive designs and models that are practically everywhere. These beauties would fill private driveways, sit in rows on lots of many dealers, and ride on America’s interstate highways. Some of these vehicles won us over through awesome engines and styling, while others earned their place in everyday conversation for […]
Ford to Natively Integrate Apple Maps in New EVs
But Apple’s involvement in the car business looks to be somewhat unconventional from what many of us anticipated. Instead of building an Apple EV, they seem more interested in becoming a valuable tech supplier to automakers. This latest announcement with Ford signals that Apple seems willing to provide software, mapping and intelligence for cars rather […]