Category: Speed
Dodge Hornet GLH starts production in 2025
A couple of years ago, Dodge rolled out a pair of Hornet GLH concepts to showcase various tuner parts it was considering offering through its Direct Connection aftermarket parts portfolio. Now, there’s confirmation that a Hornet GLH model is headed for production—and soon. Quoting comments made by Dodge CEO Matt McAlear during a…
2025 Mitsubishi Outlander gets interior updates and $1,300 price bump
Mitsubishi on Monday announced that the revised 2025 Outlander crossover will start at $31,140, including a destination fee of $1,495, in base ES front-wheel drive form. Full pricing will be announced on Feb. 24. The base price represents a $1,300 increase over the equivalent 2024 model, but Mitsubishi claims the 2025 Outlander will boast a number…
Apple’s “F1” movie starring Brad Pit trailer reveals drama in the corners
Apple’s Formula 1 movie will be titled “F1” The movie, starring Brad Pitt, will hit theaters June 27, 2025 Real F1 teams will play a supporting role in the movie Two trailers for “F1” have been released, one during Super Bowl Sunday We now have a title and two railers for Apple’s Formula 1 movie starring Brad Pitt. The movie is called simply “F1,”…
2027 Genesis GV90 spied with Neolun concept-inspired design
Genesis has been spotted testing a full-size electric SUV, expected to be called the GV90 The Genesis Neolun concept unveiled in 2024 previewed the design A market launch in 2026 is currently anticipated Genesis’ biggest SUV at present is the midsize GV80, but the automaker has been spotted testing a full-size offering tipped to be badged as the…
Porsche aims for profits with new gas and plug-in hybrid cars
Due to slowing EV growth, Porsche is now focusing on developing additional gas and plug-in hybrid models Costs associated with the development have led Porsche to cut its profit forecast for 2025 Porsche may terminate the contracts early for the bosses of its finance and sales divisions Porsche has warned that its 2025 profits will take a major…
2025 Chevrolet Tahoe
What kind of vehicle is the 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe? What does it compare to? The Tahoe three-row SUV sports seats for up to nine (!) people plus cargo, with heavy-duty V-8 or turbodiesel powertrains for big towing ratings. Its rivals include the Ford Expedition, Toyota Sequoia, and Chevy’s own Suburban. Is the 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe a good SUV?…
Jeep, Ford, Audi PHEV recalls: Battery replacement the next step?
Damage to the batteries’ separator could lead to shorts and/or fires Recall campaigns from Stellantis, Ford, and Audi allow replacement of battery packs New paperwork filed by battery supplier Samsung SDI says the issue remains under investigation Plug-in hybrids from multiple automakers have been recalled due a potential issue with vehicles’…
Ford planning plug-in hybrid trucks and SUVs
CEO Jim Farley said Ford is planning an extended-range EV possibly for use in pickups and large SUVs The technology uses a gas-powered generator to charge a battery that feeds the motors that drive the vehicle It could provide up to 700 miles of range Ford has begun planning a plug-in hybrid system for use in SUVs and, possibly, some of its…
Jaguar spied testing production version of Type 00 concept
Jaguar is working on three ultra-luxury EVs to replace its current lineup The first will be a four-door grand tourer, debuting in late 2025 and ushering in the new JEA platform The grand tourer was previewed in 2024 with the Type 00 concept Jaguar is redefining its identity, evolving into an ultra-luxury car brand to rival the likes of Bentley and…
Jeep 4xe, Ford and Audi PHEVs recalled for battery fire risk
Owners of certain plug-in hybrids need to take vehicles into a service center Jeep, Ford, Audi PHEVs have battery packs that may need replacement The faulty battery packs were supplied by Samsung SDI A software update to fix a battery fire risk in popular plug-in hybrids by Jeep, Audi, and Ford may not have worked, according to a Wednesday filing…