Category: Speed
Lotus Evija electric hypercar now being delivered
The Lotus Evija is being delivered, five years after it was first shown The electric hypercar packs 2,011 hp and a 93-kwh battery Pricing starts at approximately $3 million It’s now been more than five years since the Lotus Evija electric hypercar was first revealed to the world. Originally scheduled for deliveries in 2020, the Covid-19 pandemic…
Motor Authority Best Car To Buy 2025: Cars that didn’t make the cut
The list of contenders for Motor Authority Best Car To Buy 2025 started at nearly 30 vehicles, ranging from pickup trucks and SUVs to luxury cars and EVs. It was a vast field. Still, some had to go. After we talked it over, hashed it out, and said our piece, we whittled down the list of eligible vehicles to this list of finalists. We’ll…
Tim Kuniskis, father of the Hellcats, returns to Stellantis
Tim Kuniskis, the executive perhaps most influential in spreading horsepower across Stellantis’ U.S. brands, has returned to the automaker after retiring in May. Kuniskis spent more than three decades working with various brands within Stellantis’ North American portfolio prior to retiring, most recently serving as CEO of Dodge and Ram. He returns…
Best Car To Buy 2025: The Car Connection names 5 finalists
The Chevy Equinox EV, Chevy Blazer EV, and related Honda Prologue stand out as electric vehicle finalists The Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid vies for top spot with efficient and stylish three-row family duty The Subaru Forester gets better at what its known for, and is our least expensive finalist ‘Tis the season for The Car Connection Best Car To Buy…
Nissan Rogue vs. Ford Escape: Compare Crossover SUVs
As compact crossovers, the 2025 Ford Escape and 2025 Nissan Rogue are two popular entries at what’s considered one of the nerve centers of the U.S. vehicle market—largely replacing the midsize sedan in the American family landscape. Both offer a lot of interior space and comfort, plus well-rounded feature lists, with available…
Mercedes launches Mythos series with AMG PureSpeed
Mercedes-Benz has launched the AMG PureSpeed as the first model in its new Mythos series of low-volume special editions The AMG PureSpeed is based on the SL 63 and shares that car’s 577-hp twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 Production of the AMG PureSpeed will be limited to 250 units worldwide Mercedes-Benz has formally introduced its Mythos series…
2025 Honda HR-V
What kind of vehicle is the 2025 Honda HR-V? What does it compare to? The Honda HR-V is a small crossover SUV. It’s worth shopping against the Subaru Crosstrek, Volkswagen Taos, and Chevrolet Trax. Is the 2025 Honda HR-V a good SUV? Overall, yes. The 2025 Honda HR-V is a reasonable value, has a comfortable and flexible cabin, and offers…
Jeep designed a grille guard that converts into a bench
Grille guards protect radiators while making vehicles look tougher, but Jeep is looking to give them another purpose. The Stellantis brand has designed a grille guard that folds down to serve as a bench. This was disclosed in a patent application submitted to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on April 28, 2023, and published by…
U-Haul Toy Hauler aims for track days
Next year, U-Haul will add a new trailer to its rental fleet that’s perfect for hauling race cars to and from the track. Called the Toy Hauler, this trailer measures just over 23 feet long and 8.5 feet wide. That creates 16 feet of usable deck space, and U-Haul included drive-over fenders to maximize use of that space. A 6,800-pound load capacity…
2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz
What kind of vehicle is the 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz? What does it compare to? The 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz small pickup truck builds off the Tucson compact crossover but swaps out a cargo hatch for a bed. It’s similar in size and attitude to the Ford Maverick. Is the 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz a good truck? It’s a good car, with crossover…