Category: Speed

What kind of vehicle is the 2025 Polestar 2? What does it compare to? The Polestar 2 is an electric hatchback made by Volvo. Compare it to the Tesla Model 3, Ford Mustang Mach-E, and Kia EV6. Is the 2025 Polestar 2 a good car? It’s a refined choice, but the 2025 Polestar 2 isn’t our top electric car. Its interior is somewhat cramped…

Mitsubishi has a secret. It offers a competitive midsize crossover SUV lineup that includes the world’s bestselling all-wheel-drive plug-in hybrid—but American consumers aren’t very familiar with it. That PHEV accounts for a fraction of the 45,253 Outlanders Mitsubishi sold last year. And those overall numbers pale next to the 245,724…

Mercedes-Benz plans to launch dozens of new or updated models by the end of 2027 One of the models will be an electric E-Class Also in the works is a new V-8 designed for hybrid applications Mercedes-Benz last week confirmed plans for an electric E-Class arriving in 2027, possibly as a replacement for the EQE, the automaker’s current electric…

The Gordon Murray Group (GMG) has announced its leadership of a new consortium aiming to develop an “ultra-lightweight” monocoque chassis known as M-LightEn. The project, supported by the U.K. government, brings together key partners, including Carbon ThreeSixty, Constellium, and Brunel University of London. Founded by legendary…

Jeep is adding a limited edition of the Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid that adds capability to the mid-level Sahara grade. The 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Backcountry is based on the Sahara, which is two steps up from the base Sport S trim level but not quite as off-road-capable as the Wrangler 4xe Rubicon. Instead of the Sahara’s all-season tires, the…

The 2025 Mini Cooper has been redesigned, but will retain the Oxford Edition available as part of the lineup of previous-generation models, Mini confirmed Thursday. Available with the 2-Door and 4-Door hatchback body styles, the Oxford Edition will be produced in limited numbers, but those customers who can get their hands on one will pay…

A Boston-based private equity real estate firm has struck a deal to buy California’s Willow Springs International Raceway, The Drive reported Friday. CrossHarbor Capital Partners, which specializes in “property turnarounds” for commercial real estate and currently has a property portfolio valued at over $10 billion, confirmed to the website that a…

What kind of vehicle is the 2025 Porsche Cayenne? What does it compare to? The 2025 Porsche Cayenne is a midsize luxury SUV with a very sporty personality. Shop it against the Land Rover Range Rover Sport and higher-end versions of the BMW X5 and Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class. Is the 2025 Porsche Cayenne a good SUV? The Cayenne is massively expensive…

Rivian owners in cold weather may be experiencing issues with their headlights. The startup automaker issued a recall for 17,260 R1T pickup trucks and R1S SUVs due to the headlights possibly failing to illuminate in the cold. The recall only affects 2025 model year R1T and R1S models, and the automaker believes 2,905 vehicles are experiencing the…

Maserati has revealed the GranCabrio 490 The new entry-level model of the GranCabrio lineup packs 483 hp Prices will be revealed in March and order books open in April Maserati’s GranCabrio has gained a third powertrain option, establishing a new entry point for the convertible grand tourer. On Friday, Maserati unveiled the GranCabrio 490 and…