The National Weather Service in Cheyenne warns of west winds gusting to 65 mph along Interstate 80 and Interstate 25 in southeast Wyoming, with the worst risk for campers and high profile vehicles. Through the afternoon until 6 PM Monday on Interstate 80 near Elk Mountain and Interstate 25 north of ...
The Ferrari F40 remains one of the most coveted supercars ever produced. It started as a proposal for a canceled racing series. You can see how the collapse of the Group B rally category ultimately gave rise to this street-legal machine. Enzo Ferrari pivoted his vision to create an ultimate ...
The 4th of July is fast approaching, and even Nissan is getting in on the celebrations with the reveal of a new Frontier limited edition. The new 250th Anniversary Edition is limited to just 2,500 units as a nod to America's quarter-century milestone birthday, and each will be assembled through the ...
It's almost time to see the new BMW X5, an SUV that will feature a wide variety of powertrains to keep it relevant whatever the regulatory climate in 10 years' time, and BMW has provided one more teaser before the reveal tomorrow. The G65 X5 will be available with a combustion engine (gasoline or ...
Tesla's Full Self-Driving system was once among the most hyped technologies in the auto industry. But over time, it has drawn scrutiny over safety risks, including crashes that led to fatalities, lawsuits, and recalls. The first known pedestrian fatality involving FSD happened in November 2023, ...
Lately, Volkswagen headlines haven't been the most positive. While it remains Europe's biggest automaker, the company is in crisis mode. Collapsing profits, eroding market share, and slower sales are just the tip of the iceberg, and VW has taken fairly drastic measures to scrimp and save. Job cuts ...
The Lamborghini Diablo is one of the more overlooked models in the brand's lineup; people tend to revere the Miura, Countach, and Murciélago as the true classics. However, the Diablo has slowly gained popularity with the right crowd, and little by little, it is getting the ...
The Mazda MX-5 Miata has survived over a decade in its current generation. This venerable age might seem like a disadvantage in today's highly competitive market. Enthusiasts actually consider it a massive asset. Fans adore this diminutive sports car because it harks back to a brilliant analog era. ...
The Cadillac XT5 remains the brand's sole combustion-powered crossover in the U.S. lineup. The problem is that the vehicle hasn't received a major overhaul in about a decade, making the current generation the brand's longest-running crossover. General Motors previously confirmed that the second-gen ...
Michael Jordan possesses legendary status on the basketball court and a matching reputation regarding his incredible taste in supercars. He acquired a magnificent 1997 Ferrari 550 Maranello on May 29, 1997. The timing was impeccable because he secured delivery just two weeks before winning his ...
New-vehicle quality is on the rise, but drivers are still experiencing a rise in infotainment-related problems. Those are the findings from the JD Power 2026 U.S. Initial Quality Study (IQS). In nine of 10 key categories, the quality of new vehicles is up, but issues with connectivity have ...
At this point, we are now all aware that Honda’s EV push has hit reality hard. After throwing billions at electrification, the Japanese giant has had to slam the brakes and focus on hybrids instead, particularly in key markets like the US. Honda’s latest financials show just how much the company is ...
Ever since the Cayenne went into production in 2002, Slovakia has been its home base. A cook chunk of the SUV is built there, including body assembly, paint, engine, gearbox, drivetrain, under-chassis, and wheels. Back then, the cars were sent to Germany for the interior and final inspection before ...
It's normal for automotive brands to abandon most support for a previous-generation model, while parts and servicing will always be available; anything new in terms of features and upgrades isn't in the cards. Surprisingly, Toyota thinks differently; the 50-series RAV4 (XA50) was recently just ...
The compact SUV segment is one of the largest in America, with many thousands of buyers opting for one of these models each month. On the sales charts, this segment is dominated by the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V, two vehicles known for their practicality, reliability, and quality. It may come as a ...
Recalls on commercial vehicles can be an added burden, especially when they’re used to run businesses. That’s the reality for 26,541 potentially affected 2025–2026 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans after General Motors issued a recall over a steering gear issue that, if left unfixed, could ...
In case you’ve missed the memo (or have been living under a rock), the Ford F-150 Lightning as we know it is officially on borrowed time. Ford has pulled the plug on production, so every 2025 Lightning you see at a dealership is part of a rapidly disappearing breed. That’s why dealers are getting ...
UPDATE, Monday, June 29, 7:59 AM MT: Forecast guidance from the Weather Prediction Center suggests the snow will hang on into Tuesday, keeping the high passes wintry as the wind picks up. Heavy mountain snow is now giving way to powerful winds across the Northern Rockies, with up to 16 inches ...
We've still got a few months to wait before Mitsubishi finally rips the covers off the all-new Pajero – Montero if you're stateside. But the hype train has already left the station, especially after dealer previews hinted that this SUV is coming back as a real-deal, body-on-frame bruiser. As we ...
It is the last weekend of June, and a Winter Storm Warning is up across the mountains of central Idaho and southwest Montana. NWS Missoula upgraded its watches to a warning on Friday, and it runs through Monday morning. The alert is for the high country around Salmon, the Bitterroot, and the ...
Honda CEO Toshihiro Mibe has been feeling the heat lately. A handful of retired Honda execs reportedly questioned his decisions behind closed doors, especially after the company's pricey EV gamble and its slipping grip on the Chinese market. Some even wanted him out after Honda posted its worst ...
In the American market, buying a luxury utility vehicle usually involves checking option boxes until the sticker price resembles a mortgage. But as the current-generation G05 BMW X5 prepares to bow out ahead of the all-new G65, BMW's Japanese division is deploying a radically different strategy. ...
Excluding aftermarket crate engines, the 496ci (8.1-liter) Vortec 8100 is widely regarded as Chevrolet's largest production big-block V8. Introduced in 2001 as the successor to the 454ci Vortec 7400, it produced up to 340 horsepower and 455 lb-ft of torque in heavy-duty applications. Since the ...
Volkswagen of America is attempting to address a persistent sales slide by looking for new sales channels. The German automaker has launched a targeted incentive campaign through the Costco Auto Program, offering significant cash on the hood for warehouse club members shopping for a new SUV. The ...
Given the criticism around the Ferrari Luce and its design, one might expect it to have a disastrous sales outlook. But so far, that does not seem to be the case. Over in China, the Luce reportedly sold out its 88 allocations immediately, which is even more noteworthy given the Italian marque's ...
First unveiled in 2020, Amazon-backed Zoox robotaxi service is entering a new phase as the self-driving vehicle has been given a makeover in preparation for the start of large-scale production in California. Zoox’s purpose-built robotaxi has been given a series of design and functional updates ...
When it comes to Hypercars, one of the most respected brands is Koenigsegg. A Swedish company built by a visionary owner has endured and thrived over the decades, outliving larger manufacturers and surviving in a cutthroat industry and an even more cutthroat segment. It isn't just about the radical ...
While American roads are dominated by big three-row SUVs and heavy electric behemoths, Mazda is proving that sometimes, less truly is more. The Japanese automaker has just refreshed its most affordable model, the Mazda Flair Crossover, and it costs under $10,000. For stateside buyers, though, it is ...
Chrysler used to have a versatile lineup, from the 300C to a full-size SUV called the Aspen. Some models, however, were more polarizing, particularly the PT Cruiser. Under Stellantis’ FaSTLAne 2030 strategy, Chrysler is set for a revitalized lineup, and one of the new additions is expected to carry ...
Sure, no automatic transmission is immortal. Hauling heavy loads, skipping maintenance, and racking up the miles will eventually wear down even the toughest gearboxes. But what absolutely shouldn't happen is a transmission waving the white flag after just 3,000 miles. That's exactly what happened ...
According to the latest "Tesla is getting sued" story, we're looking at an Autopilot-related case. A class action lawsuit has been filed over Tesla's fully autonomous driving claims that it's been pushing all these years. The suit claims that Tesla promised that its Tesla Hardware 1, 2, 2.5, and 3 ...
Years ago, Chinese automakers had little presence in the global market. Since then, they have grown rapidly, with BYD overtaking Tesla in battery-electric vehicle sales last year. Now, these brands are showing more confidence, with BYD even claiming it can become the world’s largest automaker by ...
The Ford Mustang Mach-E has carved out an important place in America's EV market since its launch. It even managed to outsell the gas-powered Mustang at some point, proving that buyers were willing to embrace an electric crossover carrying one of Ford's most recognizable nameplates. For months, the ...
A man driving a giant banana—we know it sounds like a joke but we promise it’s real—has become a magnet for police officers and claims he’s actually one of the most frequently pulled-over drivers in America. The last time he got stopped was last week, when a Montana police officer spotted the ...
The federal government is preparing to take a massive leap into the autonomous future. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration plans to officially propose updates to its long-standing safety guidelines. This shift will remove the manual brake pedal mandate for vehicles designed to ...
Ferrari has been on a roll with patents lately, and its latest shows just how extreme aerodynamic aids can get with a splash of Maranello creativity. The new patent, filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office, was first discovered by CarBuzz, and it describes a rear wing that features ...
Car shows serve a specific purpose for the automotive industry. You have new shows that cover the launches of all-new models, businessmen in suits, product presentations, etc. There are other shows that cater to a completely different segment, where all that matters is that you bring the best ...
The Smart Fortwo may not have been a major commercial success in the U.S., but it developed a cult following thanks to its distinctive design and tiny footprint, which stood in stark contrast to the larger vehicles that dominated American roads. The model eventually exited the U.S. market in 2019 ...
You’ve probably heard of Slate Auto, the Troy, Michigan-based EV startup that’s gearing up for the launch of its first model, a $25,000 compact electric pickup truck. But there’s another, less-known EV startup called Telo Trucks that’s working on an even smaller truck, the Mini Cooper-sized MT1 ...
Such is the growth in demand for the automotive industry that brands need to continually keep up and increase production capacity. Some models prove so popular that they become mainstays in the lineup and improve over the generations, becoming a constant source of sales and production volume. One ...
The FIFA World Cup 2026 brings many firsts for soccer’s greatest tournament, starting with the fact that it’s the largest one ever both in terms of competing nations (48) and host nations (3). It’s also the longest World Cup in history with a 39-day duration, as well as the one with the most ...
At a time when Jaguar is reinventing itself with the Type 01 ultra-luxury EV, the man who steered the brand's design for two decades is working on reimagining Jaguar’s ultimate halo car, the XJ220 from the early 1990s. We’re talking about Ian Callum, whose design and engineering consultancy shared ...
Real offroading requires the very best and toughest vehicles; going out into the wilderness and traversing unpaved, uncharted terrain is demanding on any machinery. Which is why when Jeep announced it would launch the brand's first Trail Rated all-electric vehicle, people were curious. The 2026 ...
The Hyundai Tucson is the Korean brand’s cash cow in the US, topping sales charts year after year. In 2025 alone, over 230,000 Tucsons found homes across America. Turns out, a huge chunk of those Tucsons is making an unexpected return trip to the dealership. Hyundai is recalling 96,310 Tucsons in ...
UPDATE, Sunday, June 28, 11:50 AM MT: The heavy snow zones, the Lemhi, Bitterroot, Sapphire, Anaconda Pintler and Big Hole ranges, hold their winter storm warnings through Monday. The Great Falls office now names Homestake Pass on Interstate 90 directly in its winter weather advisory, in the ...
In 2003, Ford got creative with the three GT prototypes, painting them in red, white, and blue to celebrate the company's centennial. Like many prototypes, these cars could have been sold off or stored away once production began. Instead, the automaker gave one of them a second life by converting ...
Carvana's new sales strategy raises an interesting question: what if the dealership of the future barely functions as a dealership at all? The online used-car giant has acquired seven Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep-Ram franchises for $171 million and is testing a new retail concept at one of its Stellantis ...
Automotive safety has advanced tremendously over the last three decades. A new video from the official IIHS YouTube Channel highlights the undeniable benefits of rigorous crash testing. Engineers use these controlled destructive tests to identify structural weaknesses before a new vehicle reaches ...
American buyers’ penchant for big SUVs and pickup trucks has several negative consequences like rising greenhouse gas emissions, increasing fuel consumption, ballooning new car average transaction prices, higher road wear, the overcrowding of city parking spaces, and more. But the effect these ...
Tech influencer Marques Brownlee (a.k.a. MKBHD) has become one of the first people to not only get an up close look at Slate Auto’s electric truck but also ride in it and drive it, making him one of the first people outside the company to do so. The 2027 Slate Truck, which is a fully modular, ...
In any industry, getting to the top is hard, but staying there is even harder. Apart from the rise in competition, changes in demand, and market shifts, another key obstacle is the haters, or skeptics. BYD has rapidly become a major player in the automotive world. From humble beginnings, it has ...
Just as Polestar has been barred from selling new vehicles in the U.S. starting with the 2027 model year over its ties to Geely, Lotus, another brand under the Chinese automaker, is reportedly set to ship its electric vehicles to Canada next month. This will mark the arrival of the country’s first ...
In the world of exotics, Bugatti is one of the brands at the top of the heap, and there's currently a very special one out there for sale with a U.S. title. The Bugatti Mistral has got to be one of the most beautiful cars in the world. This example is one of only 99 ever made, and it's on sale. The ...
Dodge's long-awaited return to NASCAR's top tier could happen much sooner than expected. According to The Athletic, the American brand could line up on the Cup Series grid as early as the 2027 season. Dodge would return to NASCAR's premier championship for the first time since 2012, giving the Cup ...
Lamborghini is coming off a strong 2025, delivering a record 10,747 vehicles worldwide, including 3,347 across the Americas. Still, the Italian marque is shaking up its regional leadership by appointing Christian Mastro as CEO of Automobili Lamborghini America. Mastro succeeds Andrea Baldi, who had ...
AI continues to see widespread use. While many benefit from AI by speeding up workflows, including General Motors, which is using the technology to shorten its vehicle development process, others have seen it backfire. That concern now appears to extend to gas stations, as suggested by a lawsuit ...
Across the board, the automotive industry's past year and a half has been tough; no brand has been spared, with everyone seemingly taking hits. However, most of the newsworthy headlines have centered on brands like Nissan, which last year appeared poised for a massive dip, with outlooks grim. Lucky ...
The most affordable Rivian R1T and R1S variants have been dropped from the automaker's online configurator, with the Dual Motor Standard Pack models no longer available because very few buyers were choosing it. First reported by InsideEVs, the change effectively makes the Rivian R1 range $7,000 ...
Just when the automotive industry thought the drama surrounding the Golden State's EV mandates had peaked, the conflict has flared up again. The saga appeared settled when federal lawmakers effectively quashed the state's aggressive timeline. For a brief moment, it seemed that California's ...
It only takes a quick look around the average parking lot to see that most modern cars on American roads are finished in unimaginative grayscale colors. Over the last three decades, the number of cars in more vibrant finishes has massively declined, and a new study by iSeeCars shows just how much ...
The American road trip has fundamentally changed, range anxiety is all but a relic of the past, and the 2026 model year proves that automakers may have cracked the code on long-distance electric travel. The formula for a capable road-trip EV is no secret; it requires a high-capacity battery for ...
GM’s decision to bring back the Bolt for the 2027 model year has been hailed as a great move amid a chronic shortage of affordable EVs in the U.S. market. Even if it’s back for a short production run of 18 months, the revived Chevy Bolt has been widely praised by critics and consumers alike, mainly ...
Most automotive enthusiasts agree that the best era for supercars was the early 2000s; this is where almost all of the modern classics we lust over today were made. In that specific time period alone, we saw the likes of the Ferrari Enzo, Lamborghini Murciélago, Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren, and the ...
The GT3 may be a fantastic track tool, but it's also become the darling of influencers who are unlikely ever to explore the car's limits or capabilities. That said, Porsche's latest 911 probably won't appeal to those types, as it's a proper, full-on, and hardcore race car. Meet the 911 GT4 R, aimed ...
While the Taurus exited the North American market in 2019, it never really left for good. If anything, it began forming a new identity even before the American model was discontinued. At first, it was a model unique to China, a stretched Mondeo, but it was eventually offered in the Middle East ...
In the world of toys and collectibles, the space for relevance is very short. The market is driven mostly by hype. If a product becomes "viral," then the higher the chance that the value and demand increase. In the case of Bearbrick (stylized as BE@RBRICK), the rather simple figurine has lasting ...
The Mazda Miata is the world's best-selling two-seater sports car, selling over 1.26 million examples, earning itself a cult following over the past three decades. However, even this lightweight roadster is not immune to increasingly strict regulations. Mazda will update the MX-5 Miata to comply ...
While Ram has revived its HEMI V8 engine and GM's new Silverado and Sierra have new V8s, Ford is going in the opposite direction with the King Ranch and Platinum trims of its F-150, dropping the 5.0-liter Coyote V8 option. The Blue Oval's online configurator now only offers the 3.5-liter ...
The most popular BMW product in the U.S. is the X3, followed closely by the X5, and the 2027 model year of the latter is almost ready to make its debut next week, with a reveal scheduled for June 30. The fifth-generation X5's reveal date was announced on LinkedIn, and little else was revealed, but ...
If you have a road trip or a long highway haul planned over the next few days, the sky is about to get involved in your travel plans. Forecasters are tracking a multi-day stretch of severe thunderstorms that will sweep across a huge chunk of the country, bringing damaging straight-line winds, large ...
The American West is on fire again, and this round comes with a warning Utah forecasters have never had to issue before. The Cottonwood Fire in Beaver County has exploded to more than 71,000 acres and sat at 0% containment as of Thursday night, making it the largest active wildfire in the country ...
It is the last week of June, and the high country of central Idaho is about to look like January. The mountains above the Salmon River are under a Winter Storm Warning from NWS Missoula, with heavy, wet snow piling onto the Bitterroot and Sapphire ranges and the peaks of Lemhi County. The heaviest ...
With the way things are going, it almost feels like there's no escaping electrification. Granted, there are still some markets that sell ICEs by the boatload, but hybridization has practically become the norm, and EVs are mainstream in several countries. Even the supercar world isn't spared. That ...
The Subaru Uncharted debuted last year as the automaker's cheapest EV, starting at $34,995, and for the 2027 model year, pricing is staying the same, with a $1,475 destination charge. That sub-$35k price applies to the base Premium FWD, which has a 221-horsepower electric motor on the front axle ...
A rare late-June snowstorm is taking aim at the Northern Rockies today, Friday June 26, 2026, and the mountain roads leading to Yellowstone, Grand Teton, and Glacier are squarely in its path. Up to 8 inches of wet, heavy snow could pile up on the highest passes above 6,000 feet from Saturday night ...
From his forced exile in Lebanon, Carlos Ghosn is watching the current turmoil at Nissan with a clear sense of validation. He claims he completely understands why frustrated investors are pining for his return amidst a tense corporate atmosphere. This comes as investors voice intense discontent ...
Volkswagen's restructuring plans appear to be growing even more drastic. According to a report by German business publication Manager Magazin, the company is considering cutting as many as 100,000 jobs while closing four factories as it battles rising competition, particularly from fast-growing ...
Ford just achieved a massive milestone by claiming the top spot in the JD Power initial quality ranking for mainstream automakers. This long-overdue victory follows 16 years of painful quality struggles. However, reaching this peak required the company to admit a major operational blunder. ...
UPDATE, Friday, June 26, 13:00 PM MT: The National Weather Service in Missoula upgraded its Winter Storm Watch to a Winter Storm Warning for the mountains of central Idaho and southwest Montana. Heavy wet snow is now expected above 6,500 feet from 6 PM Saturday to 9 AM Monday, with 4 to 8 inches ...
McMurtry is a very niche brand; not only is it only the smaller-scale side of production, but the one product it makes is very specific and very desirable. The Spéirling first gained attention during the world-famous annual Goodwood Festival of Speed (FOS), where its looks and otherworldly ...
The results of the JD Power 2026 U.S. Initial Quality Study (IQS) were released this week, which measures the number of problems experienced with new vehicles in the first 90 days of ownership. The study exposes early quality issues in new vehicles at a time when most buyers expect their cars to be ...
It's no secret that the electric Range Rover is coming soon. It's expected to reach showrooms before the end of the year, and it's part of JaguarLand Rover's rollout of many more EVs coming soon. Not only is it the first electric Range Rover, but it'll also be the first Land Rover product to forgo ...
China’s Great Wall Motor (GWM) is making a loud, eight-cylinder counter-argument. The automaker has officially confirmed that its self-developed 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8—first previewed to American audiences at CES earlier this year—will make its production debut under the hood of a new flagship ...
The electric commercial van market is rapidly expanding, but if you manage a fleet in the United States, you are currently watching the action from the sidelines. Kia’s new PV5, an all-electric, highly modular van, is making an impact on sales charts across Europe and South Korea. However, a ...
Cadillac was supposed to be the tip of the spear for General Motors’ all-electric future. For the past several years, the historic American luxury brand aggressively pivoted toward battery power, rolling out the Lyriq crossover, the impressive Escalade IQ, and the new Vistiq, while publicly touting ...
Ram started rolling out its 2027 lineup of 1500 pickups last month with the Rumble Bee range of street trucks. Those were followed by orders opening for the 777-horsepower TRX SRT a few days ago, but these are not expected to be the volume sellers in the range. For the pickups most people will buy, ...
If you own a certain Land Rover product - and that includes Range Rovers - between 2020 and 2026 model years, you'll want to read this. If you remember, Land Rover issued a stop-sale of several key models due to its airbags. Now, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has ...
The Toyota bZ has been called a very reliable EV, but a new recall may call that assessment into question. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced a new recall for the 2026 bZ, its Subaru Solterra twin, and the Lexus RZ, all of which may experience an unexpected loss of ...
Slamming your car into Park is second nature for most drivers. It’s almost automatic, but it’s the one thing standing between you and a runaway vehicle. These days, automakers pack in all sorts of tech to keep cars from rolling off on their own, but not every system works the same way. But for one ...
The eighth-generation Hyundai Avante, known everywhere outside Korea as the Elantra, has just made its global debut at the 2026 Busan Mobility Show. It’s arrived looking nothing like the car it replaces. Gone are the sharp creases and origami-like design of the seventh gen, which spent the last six ...
Shelby American has been enhancing the Raptor recipe since 2013, and for the 2026 model year, it's extracted 1,000 horsepower from the F-150 Raptor R. The 5.2-liter "Predator" supercharged V8 first seen in the 2020 GT500 has been given a new 3.8-liter Whipple supercharger, among other upgrades, to ...
Volvo pulled off a win, getting the green light to keep selling its connected cars in the US – even with Chinese automaker Geely calling the shots behind the scenes. Polestar, on the other hand, just hit a brick wall. In an announcement, Polestar said the US Department of Commerce just slammed the ...
From 1978 to 1981, BMW offered the M1, but in the quarter-century since the mid-engine supercar went out of production, Bavaria has never offered a replacement, although it got close on more than one occasion. According to BMW Blog, the man in charge of go-faster Bimmers, BMW M CEO Frank van Meel, ...
Many buyers take into account safety ratings when purchasing a new vehicle, but it’s not always easy to quantify how valuable modern safety tests are. Does a better on-paper safety score truly translate into benefits in the real world? Well, a new study released by the Insurance Institute for ...
Chevy dropped the curtain on the 2027 Silverado just days ago, so you knew GMC wouldn’t let its fancier sibling stay in the shadows for long. Now, the all-new 2027 Sierra 1500 is here, strutting its stuff ahead of hitting showrooms later this year. GMC might call this an early preview, but there’s ...
Japan has long been widely believed to be the center of automotive culture. In recent years, people have been flocking to this country to partake in the highly unique and almost mystical car world. Such is the draw of Japanese car culture that now even brands are leveraging the popularity by not ...
The Gap Is Closing Fast General Motors has ruled American car sales since 1931. For nearly a century, the Detroit giant has held the top spot as the best-selling automaker on its home soil. It stumbled only once, briefly, in 2021 when the global chip shortage kneecapped its production and handed ...
JLR is hoping to attract high net worth individuals with its new Jaguar Type 01, coming this October, but its older products are sill capable of doing the same, as proven by a new collection of four Classic Defender V8 models that have been painted in a matching color-flipping finish. The ...
There's a version of America where the FordF-150 is the most American vehicle you can buy. Most Americans believe it. About 71 percent of people surveyed by Cars.com picked it as their answer when asked which vehicle is built in the US. It's a reasonable guess. It's also wrong, or at least, ...
When the 789-horsepower Lamborghini Urus SE plug-in hybrid arrived, it effectively replaced both the S and the Performante in one fell swoop, but Sant'Agata is about to introduce an even more extreme take on its best-seller, teasing what appears to be the new Performante model. The automaker took ...
