Cyber-Hummer EV aims for 300 miles of range with 1,000 hp for $98,900
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Cyber-Hummer EV aims for 300 miles of range with 1,000 hp for $98,900

NAEV Cyber-HummerA conversion morphs the Hummer H1 into an electric SUV dubbed the Cyber-Hummer The Cyber-Hummer uses Tesla powertrain components for 1,000 hp Cyber-Hummers cost $98,900 and are said to have about 300 miles of range A Canadian EV conversion shop announced plans this week to build an electric Hummer using Tesla components. North American Electric…

Synthetic oil vs. conventional oil: Everything you must know
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Synthetic oil vs. conventional oil: Everything you must know

Oil capAre you puzzled about the types of motor oil available? Wondering if you’re choosing the right one for your car? The takeaway is that all oil is not the same. Making sure you use the correct viscosity rating is just the start. The quality and characteristics of oils can vary greatly by brand, too. To learn the difference between synthetic…

2025 Lexus ES holds the line for $43,190
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2025 Lexus ES holds the line for $43,190

2025 Lexus ES 350Lexus added the Black Line Special Edition package back into the ES lineup for 2025 The 2025 Lexus can be had with a V-6, inline-4, or hybrid powertrain Costing $43,190, the 2025 Lexus ES doesn’t get a price increase for the new model year The 2025 Lexus ES regains its Black Line Special Edition appearance package, but is otherwise unchanged from…

2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed and Revival dates announced
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2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed and Revival dates announced

2018 Goodwood Festival of Speed's Central FeatureDates for the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed and Revival have been set Goodwood Revival will move back a weekend on the calendar for 2025 Tickets for the 2025 events will go on sale later this year The clock hasn’t quite ticked down to the opening of the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed, but organizers are already looking ahead to next year…

Review: 2025 Maserati GranCabrio Folgore kicks off the EV convertible era
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Review: 2025 Maserati GranCabrio Folgore kicks off the EV convertible era

2025 Maserati GranCabrio FolgoreThe GranCabrio Folgore is the only electric convertible available in the U.S. Faster and more fluid, the electric GranCabrio Folgore one-ups the gas-powered Trofeo The $206,995 Maserati GranCabrio Folgore arrives this fall The invite said we’d get to experience both the electric 2025 Maserati GranCabrio Folgore and gas-powered GranCabrio…

How does my car's transmission work?
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How does my car’s transmission work?

Mini’s 7-speed dual-clutch transmissionThere are many parts to any car, thousands in fact, but some of the systems that control what your car does and how it does it can be more important than others. The transmission is one of the most important, as without it, the power from the engine could never reach the wheels, and your car wouldn’t be much use. If you’re wondering what…

2025 Lexus ES
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2025 Lexus ES

2025 Lexus ES 300hWhat kind of vehicle is the 2025 Lexus ES? What does it compare to? The 2025 Lexus ES is a midsize luxury sedan available with all-wheel drive, a V-6 engine, or a hybrid powertrain—but not all three. Shop it against the Acura TLX and Cadillac CT5, as well as high-end versions of the all-hybrid Toyota Camry. Is the 2025 Lexus ES a good car?…

Electric Maserati Tridente boat takes to the water for $2.6M
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Electric Maserati Tridente boat takes to the water for $2.6M

Maserati Tridente electric boatMaserati and Vita Power teamed up to create the Tridente boat Tridente sports 600 hp and 31 to 43 miles of range The electric Tridente boat costs $2.6 million Maserati has partnered with Vita Power to create a luxury boat, called the Tridente. The boat costs 2.5 million Euros, which is about $2.6 million at current exchange rates. What is the…

New car technology continues to vex new car owners
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New car technology continues to vex new car owners

Tesla Model 3 (Europe-market refresh) New car owners report the most frustration and problems with infotainment systems EV owners reported 30% more problems than average Ram, Chevy, and Hyundai ranked among brands with the fewest reported problems overall Technology features remain a headache for new car owners, according to the 2024 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study released Thursday…

Toyota Corolla vs Nissan Sentra: Compare Cars
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Toyota Corolla vs Nissan Sentra: Compare Cars

2024 Toyota CorollaIn the compact sedan class, the Nissan Sentra and Toyota Corolla may not stand out as much as the stylish Mazda 3 or the spunky Honda Civic, but these overlooked stalwarts stand on value in a value-minded class. The refreshed 2024 Nissan Sentra wears a new look and has a more efficient transmission, but it remains a straightforward play with only…