This Chinese Automaker Just Made The Most Efficient Engine Ever

Geely has made a combustion engine that achieves 48.4 percent thermal efficiency.  It is a record for combustion engines.  The hybrid powertrain can achieve 105 miles per gallon.  China’s star in the automotive sphere is more than rising—it’s soaring to the very top. It’s enough that traditional automakers are getting concerned about the technological and production advantage they have. So,… Read More

She Said The Supra Made Her Go 125 MPH, Her 0.23 BAC Probably Didn’t Help

Impaired Florida woman thought driving the BMW-engined Toyota meant local 50 mph limit didn’t apply to her https://www.carscoops.com/author/chris-chilton-cc/ … Photo and Credits: This article is from Chris Chilton and it appeared on Toyota – Latest News | Carscoops on 2026-04-15 10:02:00 #Supra #MPH #BAC #Didnt

A 96% Sales Collapse Is Why VW Just Killed US ID.4 Production

Volkswagen dealers only sold 338 ID.4s in the first three months of the year Volkswagen of America sales tumbled 16.1% in the first quarter. EVs were hard hit as the ID. Buzz and ID.4… Photo and Credits: This article is from Michael Gauthier and it appeared on VW – Latest News | Carscoops on 2026-04-13 17:20:00 #Sales #Collapse #Killed #ID.4 Read More

A Third Of Volvo’s U.S. Sales Were Wiped Out In A Single Quarter

Not a single new Volvo model grew its sales last quarter, though certified pre-owned vehicles bucked the trend with a 14 percent gain … Photo and Credits: This article is from Brad Anderson and it appeared on Volvo – Latest News | Carscoops on 2026-04-10 09:00:00 #Volvos #U.S #Sales #Wiped #Single #Quarter

Mazda Bet Big On New Tech And Paid For It In The Reliability Rankings

Lexus, Subaru, and Toyota top Consumer Reports’ latest reliability rankings. Tesla climbs sharply, while Mazda tumbles thanks to trouble with new SUVs. Hybrids keep impressing, but EVs and PHEVs still cause trouble for owners. If you want a new car that spends more time on your driveway than at the dealer, Consumer Reports has some familiar advice. Stick with the Read More

Mercedes Built Its Greatest Sedan With Porsche, And The Last One Ever Made Has 262 Miles On It

Stuttgart’s newest museum exhibit is a barely driven Mercedes E 500 performance sedan that Porsche assembled in the 1990s Porsche co-developed the W124 E 500 and assembled it in… Photo and Credits: This article is from Thanos Pappas and it appeared on Mercedes – Latest News | Carscoops on 2026-04-11 05:38:00 #Mercedes #Built #Greatest #Sedan #Porsche #Miles

Kia Is Coming For The Tacoma With Powertrains Toyota Doesn’t Offer In America

Kia confirms midsize pickup with hybrid and range extender powertrain options. Truck targets US buyers with towing skills, off road ability and a roomy cabin. Wider Kia strategy includes more hybrids, EV growth and big US sales targets. Kia’s nearly ready to saddle up and ride into America’s most fiercely loyal segment, and it’ll be doing it with the help Read More

Hyundai Goes Interstellar As Ioniq Brand Launches In China

Hyundai has unveiled two Ioniq concepts, badged the Venus and Earth. The Venus is a high-riding sedan that looks nothing like the Ioniq 5. Both concept cars feature radical interiors to inspire production models. The Ioniq brand has served as Hyundai’s premium series of EVs in Western markets for several years. Now, Hyundai is launching Ioniq in China, but it’s Read More

Honda’s Peeling White Paint Started As A Cosmetic Complaint, Now It’s A Structural Defect Too

The white paint of certain Hondas is allegedly prone to peeling off. Models listed in this lawsuit include the Odyssey, Pilot, Fit, and HR-V. A judge dismissed the original lawsuit last year, but it’s been re-filed. Honda is back under scrutiny in the United States, and the issue will sound familiar to anyone who has followed the brand over the Read More

Chrysler’s CEO Says Buy The Minivan, And The Data Says He Really Needs You To

Chrysler says minivans are making a comeback as SUV prices keep climbing. Updated Pacifica is now being positioned as both luxurious and adventurous. The brand’s CEO still won’t say what’s next, but promises more news in May. It’s been about a week since Chrysler unveiled its new and improved Pacifica. While it’s not what we’d call revolutionary, the brand clearly Read More