Tim Kuniskis, father of the Hellcats, retires
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Tim Kuniskis, father of the Hellcats, retires

Tim KuniskisTim Kuniskis, the executive perhaps most influential in spreading horsepower around Stellantis’s U.S. brands, is stepping down from his role as the head of Dodge and Ram. Stellantis, the parent company of both brands, announced on Friday that as of June 1, Chrysler brand head Christine Feuell will take on the lead at Ram. Matt McAlear, currently…

Rivian explores a potential deployable roof-top canopy
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Rivian explores a potential deployable roof-top canopy

Rivian deployable roof-top canopy patent imageRivian could add a deployable roof-top canopy to the list of accessories for its EVs, if a recent patent filing is any indication. The automaker filed a patent application titled “Canopy with Deployable Structure” with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) in early 2023; that application was published by the USPTO on May 14…

Icon's new restomod is a true blue 1968 Ford Bronco
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Icon’s new restomod is a true blue 1968 Ford Bronco

Icon BR Old School Edition 1968 Ford BroncoIcon is back with another Ford Bronco restomod, this time with retro two-tone blue paint. The 1968 BR Old School Edition maintains the appearance of a 1968 Bronco, but nearly everything on it is new or modified for higher quality. That starts with the chassis, a bespoke piece that was powder coated for added durability. The bodywork also has a…

2025 Aston Martin Vantage, 2024 Mustang Mach-E Rally: This Week's Top Photos
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2025 Aston Martin Vantage, 2024 Mustang Mach-E Rally: This Week’s Top Photos

2025 Aston Martin VantageAston Martin’s Vantage sports car has been thoroughly overhauled, gaining new styling, a much-improved interior, and plenty of extra horsepower in the process. Find out what it’s like to drive in our in-depth review. We also tested the updated 2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class this week, including in the new G 580 with EQ Technology electric grade. It…

GM envisions future where entire windshields become displays
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GM envisions future where entire windshields become displays

General Motors augmented reality windshield patent imageA newly surfaced patent filing from General Motors presents the automaker’s vision for turning entire windshields into augmented-reality displays. Head-up displays already project things like speed readouts into the driver’s field of view, but this patent application, which was published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on…

2024 Kia Sorento
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2024 Kia Sorento

2024 Kia SorentoWhat kind of vehicle is the 2024 Kia Sorento? What does it compare to? The Kia Sorento three-row crossover walks the line between midsize rivals such as the Hyundai Santa Fe and Mitsubishi Outlander. Is the 2024 Kia Sorento a good SUV? It’s a rational choice that combines a spacious interior and hybrid efficiency, if you overlook a few…

Electric Mercedes G-Class, next Mad Max, cheap Mustang speed: The Week In Reverse
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Electric Mercedes G-Class, next Mad Max, cheap Mustang speed: The Week In Reverse

2025 Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology electric SUVWe drove the electric 2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class, a video highlighted the vehicles of “Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga,” and an 810-hp Ford Mustang emerged for just $49,995. It’s the Week In Reverse, right here at Motor Authority. We drove the electric version of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class and learned that it proves any vehicle can go electric. With a…

Aston Martin reportedly might launch Mercedes G-Class alternative
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Aston Martin reportedly might launch Mercedes G-Class alternative

2025 Aston Martin VantageAston Martin is considering a rugged off-roader in the vein of the Mercedes-Benz G-Class and Land Rover Defender, Autocar reports. Design proposals are reportedly being evaluated, but no decision has been made to green light what would be Aston’s second SUV, after the DBX, according to Autocar. If that does happen, Aston is reportedly targeting a…

Report: Aston Martin might launch Mercedes G-Class alternative
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Report: Aston Martin might launch Mercedes G-Class alternative

2025 Aston Martin VantageAston Martin is considering a rugged off-roader in the vein of the Mercedes-Benz G-Class and Land Rover Defender, Autocar reports. Design proposals are reportedly being evaluated, but no decision has been made to green light what would be Aston’s second SUV, after the DBX, according to Autocar. If that does happen, Aston is reportedly targeting a…

Toyota electric truck, last gas-powered Quadrifoglios: Car News Headlines
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Toyota electric truck, last gas-powered Quadrifoglios: Car News Headlines

Toyota HiLux Revo BEV Concept vehicleToyota is almost ready to launch an electric pickup truck. A senior executive confirmed that an electric version of the Hilux global midsize pickup truck will be launched next year, and while it’s almost certain to never reach these shores, Toyota has hinted at launching an electric Tacoma. Alfa Romeo launched special versions of its Giulia…