Category: Speed
Volvo CEO hints at future without wagons
Limited resources mean Volvo may skip redesigning its wagons, according to CEO To boost sales, Volvo may introduce new variants of other body styles Current V60 and V90 wagons may live on with updates There was a time when Volvo was widely recognized as a station wagon brand, especially in the latter part of the past century thanks to models like…
2025 Nissan Z
What kind of vehicle is the 2025 Nissan Z? What does it compare to? The 2025 Nissan Z is a two-door, rear-wheel-drive sports car. Compare it to the Ford Mustang and Toyota Supra. Is the 2025 Nissan Z a good car? It’s a lot of fun, if hardly a practical choice. The 2025 Nissan Z scores points for its willing handling and excellent…
Deep dive: Koenigsegg Gemera’s drivetrain
As the automaker’s first four-seater, the Koenigsegg Gemera proved to be an engineering challenge not only in terms of performance, but packaging, as CEO Christian von Koenigsegg explains in a video about the Gemera’s drivetrain. The Gemera uses a variation of the Light Speed Transmission from the Koenigsegg Jesko. This 9-speed gearbox does away…
Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid vs. Toyota Land Cruiser: Boxy hybrid SUVs diverge
These two hybrids demonstrate the span of SUVs today In real-world driving, Santa Fe Hybrid gets nearly double the mpg Land Cruiser hybrid sacrifices much for the sake of off-road prowess, higher towing ratings Some SUVs are intended for serious truck duty, like towing and off-roading. Others are focused around comfort and family duty, with a…
2009 Brawn GP Chassis 001/01 surfaces for sale
Brawn GP’s sweep of the 2009 Formula 1 Drivers’ and Constructors’ Championships during its only season of competition remains one of the most sensational stories in racing history. One of the cars from that historic season is heading to auction. Set to be a feature lot at a Bonhams auction happening May 3, during F1’s 2025 Miami Grand Prix…
2025 Dodge Durango still offers affordable V-8 performance from $51,590
Affordable V-8 performance is becoming a rarity, but Dodge is still keeping it alive—just in the form of a three-row midsize SUV. On Thursday, the automaker announced new pricing for its 2025 Durango lineup, with the V-8 range now starting at $51,590 for the Durango R/T. This model comes with a 5.7-liter V-8, delivering 360 hp to all four…
1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL, 2009 Mercedes-McLaren paved way for today’s AMGs
1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR W 196 S served as a development car for sports car racing Junkyard 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL roadster sold for $1.19 million 1997 Renntech E60 RS was owned by Jerry Seinfeld 2009 Mercedes-McLaren Stirling Moss Edition hit 60 mph in 3.6 seconds Ask the head of Mercedes-Benz Heritage what the heritage of the brand is and…
Over 40,000 BMW X3s recalled due to door lock issue
BMW is recalling 40,736 X3 crossover SUVs because of a potential issue with their rear door locks. The recall includes 2022-2024 BMW X3 sDrive30i (rear-wheel drive) and xDrive30i (all-wheel drive models). The rear door-lock mechanisms in these vehicles could both unlock and unlatch the doors with one motion, rather than separately as stipulated by…
Genesis confirms V-8 engine, April debut for LMDh race car
Genesis is developing an LMDh race car Genesis will power the LMDh with a V-8 formed from two Hyundai World Rally Championship four-cylinder engines Genesis plans an assault on both the FIA World Endurance Championship and the IMSA SportsCar Championship Genesis announced last December plans to enter the top level of endurance racing with a new…
2025 Nissan Z continues at $44,110, adds Bayside Blu
The 2025 Nissan Z has been announced Changes include new two-tone color options, along with the GT-R’s Bayside Blue signature hue The starting price is unchanged from the previous year at $44,110, including destination With the Nissan GT-R set to bow out of production this summer, Nissan has decided to make its iconic Bayside Blue color available…