AM Car Radio Is Not Dead Yet

The AM For Every Vehicle Act is on the verge of passing, requiring broadcast AM capabilities in new cars sold in the United States. The bill has broad support on both sides of the Senate and Congress. Supporters say passing the law is about providing emergency services and free speech. However, there are costs for manufacturers. When you talk… Source: Read More

Fake 2025 Toyota 4Runner Caught During Test In Michigan

We spotted what’s clearly a prototype of the new Toyota 4Runner being tested near Toyota’s research and development facility in southeastern Michigan. A camouflaged SUV was seen pulling onto an Ann Arbor highway alongside two unbadged Tundra pickup trucks. Its size and shape are close to the current 4Runner, and its truck-like underpinnings make it clear that this is no Read More

2025 Mini Cooper S Hardtop Has More Powerful 201 HP Engine

The 2025 Mini Cooper Hardtop family has been revealed to feature a more powerful turbocharged 2.0-liter engine and a base price of less than $30,000. The Mini Cooper S hatchback now makes 201 horsepower and 221 pound-feet of torque. Base engine details are expected to be released later this year. Mini is also waiting to announce the convertible body style Read More

Clubman Assembly Is Ending, But A Replacement Is Coming Soon

The production hiatus of the Mini Clubman marks the end of a line of nameplates that were first introduced in 1969 and produced 1.1 million units over 55 years, although there was a 25-year hiatus. The automaker released the final version of the Clubman last year, producing 1969 units with many unique details. Mini is planning a new batch… Source: Read More

GM To Recall More Than 300,000 HD Trucks Due To Tailgate Latching Problem

GM announced a recall of 323,232 heavy-duty trucks and ordered dealers to stop selling new models. The recall affects 2020-2024 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 models. The issues that forced the recall include defects in trucks with manual tailgates and power lock/release features. Source: Car and Driver

2025 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing Has A Mean Face, Same 668 Horsepower V-8

Cadillac is currently updating its entire CT5 lineup, with the CT5-V and CT5-V Blackwing receiving similar exterior styling tweaks to the base sedan. The same 33-inch screen has been added to the cabin, and the performance data logging system has been upgraded with new tools. The CT5-V and CT5-V Blackwing are mechanically unchanged from 2024, with production starting this year. Read More

Apple Car Postponed Until 2028, Self-driving Level Limited

Apple’s electric car has been envisioned for about a decade, but bloomberg report The project has been postponed again, this time until 2028. It was originally planned to offer full self-driving (SAE Level 5), but that has since been dialed back and the self-driving system is now reportedly limited to “Level 2+.” Level 2+ is an unofficial category, but it Read More

USPS Acquires Six Pod-style Delivery Vans From EV Startup Canoo

Torrance, Calif.-based electric vehicle startup Canoo announced that the U.S. Postal Service will purchase six of its electric vans. Kanu said the six LDV 190 vans are expected to be delivered during the first quarter of this year. The LDV 190 uses a single electric motor on the rear axle and is slightly larger than compact vans such as the Read More

2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Is More Expensive, But Stays Under $50,000

Hyundai has announced pricing for its redesigned 2024 Santa Fe midsize SUV. The new model comes standard with a third row of seats and a turbocharged engine, and is much more expensive than before. The standard version starts at $35,345, the hybrid starts at $38,345, and tops out at about $50,000 for the loaded Calligraphy model. now… Source: Car and Read More

2024 Mercedes E-Class With Standard AWD Starts From $63,000+

Mercedes has revealed pricing for the 2024 E-Class sedan, available in E350 and E450 form. The E350 is equipped with a 2.0-liter inline 4-cylinder turbo, and the E450 is equipped with a 3.0-liter inline 6-cylinder turbo. Both come standard with 4Matic all-wheel drive. Mercedes says the new E-Class will arrive at U.S. dealerships in the first quarter of this year. Read More