Category: Speed
Rolls-Royce marks year of the dragon with bespoke Phantoms
Rolls-Royce is celebrating the year of the dragon on the Chinese zodiac calendar The automaker has revealed special-edition Phantoms with dragon motifs throughout The cars are the first special editions in the Phantom nameplate’s centennial year This year is the Year of the Dragon on the Chinese zodiac calendar, and Rolls-Royce is celebrating with…
2026 Aston Martin Vantage Roadster ready to drop its top
A redesigned Aston Martin Vantage Roadster reaches showrooms in Q2 2025 The luxury convertible sports car matches its coupe counterpart’s 656 hp A weight increase of only 132 pounds was required to implement the convertible roof Aston Martin launched a redesigned Vantage coupe last year, and late on Tuesday, the automaker unveiled the car’s…
Rolls-Royce Phantom nameplate turns 100
Rolls-Royce is celebrating its Phantom nameplate’s centennial The nameplate is the oldest still in use, though it hasn’t been in continuous use over the years Rolls-Royce has launched eight generations of the Phantom and the next may be an EV Rolls-Royce’s Phantom nameplate dates back to 1925, although it hasn’t been in continuous use throughout…
Most Americans support higher mpg standards, survey finds
Car shoppers continue to prioritize fuel economy, according to the latest survey from Consumer Reports 96% of respondents said fuel economy was at least somewhat important when considering what vehicle to purchase Respondents believe the burden is on automakers more so than the government to increase fuel economy A majority of Americans support…
Electric Nissan GT-R debuts at 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon
Nissan has unveiled an R32 Skyline GT-R converted to run on battery power The 62-kwh battery was taken from a former Leaf RC race car concept The goal of the project was to deliver a similar driving sensation to the original gas-powered car Whether Nissan launches its next-generation R36 GT-R with an electric powertrain remains to be seen, but the…
First drive: 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid cures altitude sickness
The Sorento Hybrid AWD averaged 32.7 mpg during one Rocky Mountain vacation A center locking differential and Snow mode eased the anxiety of a snowy descent SX Prestige trim handles the altitude better than at least one human If I were to die today, my teenagers might scrawl an epithet that reads, “Drink more water.” It’s my most…
VW Tiguan vs. Toyota RAV4: Compare Crossover SUVs
The compact crossover SUV segment is the most popular type of car in the U.S. for how well it serves buyers, due to their versatility, practicality, and affordability. With available all-wheel drive and a range of hybrid and plug-in powertrains, as well as top safety ratings in most cases, they cast the widest net of how most drivers intend to use…
Tesla recalls nearly 240,000 vehicles due to rearview camera issue
Tesla is recalling 239,382 electric vehicles across most of its model lines because of rearview camera displays that could fail. Circuit boards in the affected vehicles could short out, causing a loss of the rearview camera image on the central display screen, according to the NHTSA. This could increase the risk of hitting someone or something…
Ken Block’s Hoonitruck heads to auction
Ken Block’s “Hoonitruck,” a heavily modified 1977 Ford F-150 used in the late rally driver and viral-video star’s “Gymkhana” series, will be up for grabs at Barrett-Jackson’s annual Scottsdale, Arizona, collector car auction, which starts on Jan. 18. The truck was commissioned by Block, who died in 2023 in a snowmobile crash, as a follow-up to the…
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N DK Edition packs aero and brake enhancements
Hyundai on Friday used the 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon to showcase a special edition of the Ioniq 5 N with additional performance upgrades. Called the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N DK Edition, it’s scheduled to launch in Japan and South Korea later this year. Hyundai said it’s evaluating other potential markets, so importation to the U.S. hasn’t been ruled out. The…