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Friday, September 4, 2020

What You Missed | Your Autoblog Daily Digest for September 4, 2020

Sep 04, 2020

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Jeep Wrangler 4xe's hybrid powertrain: Could it be headed to other FCA products?

On its own, the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid is a big deal for the brand and the model line. It's the most powerful and most efficient Wrangler by significant margins, and it doesn't give up the off-road capability that makes the Wrangler so…

Watch Ford Mustang Cobra Jet 1,500-hp dragster's eye-popping 8.27-second quarter-mile

Ford shocked enthusiasts when it unveiled an electric, Mustang-derived dragster with 1,400 horsepower. It finally let the model loose on a drag strip to find out how much time it takes to sprint through the quarter-mile. Developed jointly by the com…

Honda adds the outdoorsy Trail 125 to its motorcycle lineup for 2021

Honda confirmed the Hunter Cub CT125 it introduced in March 2020 will be sold in the United States, where it will be called the Trail 125. It's an evolution of the Super Cub C125 upgraded to comfortably wander off the pavement. Part of the brand's M…

Labor Day is the third-deadliest holiday for driving — and this one could be worse

Summer is the deadliest season for American drivers, and Labor Day is the third deadliest holiday overall on U.S. roads, a study cautions. In a typical year, more than 440 fatal crashes will occur over the end-of-summer holiday. The study conducted …

2021 Subaru Impreza gets new driving modes for a mild price increase

Subaru has announced pricing information for the 2021 Impreza. It costs a little bit more than the outgoing 2020 model, but some trim levels gain a new feature named SI-Drive that adds two driving modes. Pricing for the 2021 Impreza sedan, the compa…

Volkswagen ID.4 EV interior: screens and touch-sensitivity

The reveal of the Volkswagen ID.4 , the first member of VW's new family of battery-powered vehicles slated to come to the U.S., is getting closer. Before we see the exterior of the crossover EV later this month, Volkswagen is giving us a preview of th…

Gordon Murray Automotive T.50s revealed as track-only, even more extreme T.50

It's been one month since the Gordon Murray Automotive T.50 was fully revealed. We're still reeling from learning about how stupendous it is, but Gordon Murray has gone and one upped himself again today. In addition to the road-going T.50, there will…

The Ford Expedition is a comfortable road trip vehicle — here's how I'd make it better

Autoblog may receive a share from purchases made via links on this page. Pricing and availability is subject to change. Growing up taking long, sometimes arduous road trips from Detroit, Michigan to locations like Maine, Florida and Montana, we got …

Dodge expands Challenger Widebody range to include Shaker and T/A 392 models

Dodge announced early Friday that it has added two new Challenger Widebody variants to its lineup: Starting now, you can get that big ol' booty with a little extra shake, and "T/A" now stands for ... no, sorry, I'm being told it in fact still stands …

Thursday, September 3, 2020

What You Missed | Your Autoblog Daily Digest for September 3, 2020

Sep 03, 2020

Top Stories of the Day

Jeep Grand Wagoneer revealed at long last: Concept shows premium, hybrid intentions

After years of rumors, spy shots and speculation , Jeep has finally given us a clear look at the upcoming Wagoneer line. Our preview comes in the form of the Jeep Grand Wagoneer concept. That it's a concept may sound discouraging at first, but make no…

2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe hybrid is the fastest, greenest Wrangler yet

The 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe technically made its debut at this year's CES , but only now are we getting all the powertrains, and they are mighty juicy. Not only is it the most efficient Wrangler, but it's also easily the fastest. So in a break from us…

2020 Audi SQ8 First Drive | Versatility at full speed

ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Audi introduced the SQ8 as a performance crossover to slot between the Q8 and the top-performing RS Q8. Extra power in a car is great, but sometimes it can feel wasted in a less-agile crossover. On the other hand, the E-Tron cross…

Second 'No Time To Die' trailer drops with lots of crunching metal

The second trailer for the new James Bond film, "No Time To Die," was posted to social media Thursday morning, getting us thoroughly hyped for the forthcoming installment thanks to some spicy car content and lots of other ridiculous, big-budget actio…

Nissan designer shows the next Z's 300ZX-inspired rear lights

Nissan is preparing to unveil the next-generation Z as a close-to-production concept, and its designers are just as excited about the coupe as its fans. Alfonso Albaisa, the firm's vice president of global design, published a sketch that confirms the…

Next-gen Hyundai Tucson previewed with striking light design, sleek interior

Here's our first look at the next-gen Hyundai Tucson in some fairly revealing teaser photos. It's set to make its official debut on September 14, but we're afforded a sneak peek at the compact crossover today. Undoubtedly, the most striking aspect o…

2021 Ford F-150 Raptor rumored to get two engine choices

If it's true that there's no rest for the wicked, then pickup truck product planners must be the worst, because they can't ever sleep. Every day there's a report of some new feature, new trim or special edition, higher tow rating, or more horsepower.…

2021 Honda Civic Type R Limited Edition starts at over $40,000

Pricing for the 2021 Honda Civic Type R has been announced, and that includes the Limited Edition model that was revealed back in March . The Phoenix Yellow hot hatch carries a large price premium of $6,500 over the base model for a total of $44,950. …

2021 Dodge Challenger Drag Pak costs over $140,000

Although the 2021 Dodge Challenger Super Stock is the most powerful and most expensive Challenger you can buy for the street, Dodge has an even more beastly, and more expensive, version that's only for track and racing use. It's the 2021 Dodge Challe…

2021 Ram 1500 adds Limited Longhorn 10th Anniversary Edition, new tech

The Ram 1500 is getting a handful of updates for 2021, including handy new tech, updated convenience features, and a new Limited Longhorn 10th Anniversary Edition with unique trim elements. We heard hints about the Limited Longhorn earlier in August…

Wednesday, September 2, 2020

What You Missed | Your Autoblog Daily Digest for September 2, 2020

Sep 02, 2020

Top Stories of the Day

2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class debuts with tech and luxury innovations galore

It is finally S-Class time again, everybody. The 2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class just premiered to the world with as much pomp and circumstance as is possible during a global pandemic. Just like every S-Class that has preceded this new model, the new one …

All-electric, 1,080 hp Lucid Air will cover quarter-mile in 9.9 seconds

With the lead-up to production of the all-electric Lucid Air underway, Lucid Motors detailed the 1,080-horsepower powertrain: It will propel the 500-mile electric car to 60 MPH in under 2.5 seconds as it makes its way through the quarter-mile in just…

2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class | How it compares to other flagship luxury sedans

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class represents the pinnacle of the company's engineering and craftsmanship, and has been fully redesigned. It's also long been a benchmark for the full-size luxury sedan class, and now that it's all new, we thought we ought…

Chevy Silverado ZR2 will represent in the factory-built off-roader segment

Ford and Ram proved there is a tremendous amount of demand for factory-built off-roaders among truck buyers. Chevrolet has largely sat on the sidelines, but it's allegedly preparing to enter the battle with a beefier Silverado. Copying and pasting t…

2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Tech Deep Dive | Biometrics, digital lights and Level 3 autonomy explained

Every new Mercedes-Benz S-Class has a vast array of new features that tend to blow us away. Whether it's Mercedes inventing something totally new, or just improving upon an older technology, the S-Class consistently sets the bar for every other big l…

Hyundai Kona and Kona N Line facelift debuts, looking sharper all around

Over 2018 and 2019, European buyers took home more than 170,000 Hyundai Konas, beating the U.S. by more than 50,000 units over the same time, and the gap has only grown wider. That's partly why the South Korean maker has launched the facelifted Kona …

Hennessey announces Ram 1500 TRX six-wheel conversion

Between the six-wheeled Hennessey VelociRaptor 6x6 and Goliath 6x6 pickup trucks, based on Ford and GM trucks respectively, we should have known a Ram would be next. And Hennessey Performance is pulling the stops out farther than ever before by basin…

Volvo P1800 from Cyan is a striking restomod with 420 horsepower

Images of a mysterious Volvo P1800 prowling the streets of Gothenburg, Sweden, in full prototype regalia sent enthusiasts on a frenzied search for clues in August 2020. Cyan, the company that built the resto-modded coupe, has laid dozens of rumors to…

Ford will cut 1,400 jobs in the U.S. through buyouts by year end

DETROIT — Ford said on Wednesday it is targeting the elimination of 1,400 U.S. salaried jobs by year end as part of a multiyear $11 billion restructuring. The layoffs will be achieved through voluntary buyouts, the U.S. automaker said in an email s…

Hit the road in a dream Mercedes Sprinter camper van

Autoblog may receive a share from purchases made via links on this page. Pricing and availability is subject to change. No donation or payment necessary to enter or win this sweepstakes. See official rules on Omaze. Who hasn't found oneself at some…

Tuesday, September 1, 2020

What You Missed | Your Autoblog Daily Digest for September 1, 2020

Sep 01, 2020

Top Stories of the Day

2020 Chevrolet Corvette Road Test | The hype is legit

The $59,995 2020 Chevrolet Corvette exists. This one isn't it. Chevy sent me the complete opposite of a base Corvette, as the sticker on this Accelerate Yellow 3LT model came to $86,860. Yet, after a week in the tight bucket seat, I'm convinced it's …

2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost makes its debut with fresh styling and a real Rolls platform

After just over 10 years, the Rolls-Royce Ghost is getting its second generation. This is an important moment, since the Ghost has been the luxury brand's bestseller. The result is a car that has changed significantly underneath to refine the things …

2021 Honda Odyssey First Drive | Keeping pace

ANN ARBOR, Mich. — We quite liked the Honda Odyssey when we first drove the current generation back in 2017. It offers a ton of space, of course, but it makes that space especially usable with multi-directional sliding seats, good ergonomics and tech…

2021 Nissan Frontier interior revealed in new photos

Nissan's next-generation Frontier is inching closer to production, and these spy photos show off the one thing we've yet to really learn about the new truck: its interior. While it's clear that Nissan put some effort into disguising many of the inter…

2021 Volvo full line updates consist of more features, lower PHEV prices and a few design updates

The whole 2021 Volvo lineup is getting a light freshening, but changes to the S90, V90, and V90 Cross Country go a little deeper than just fresh tech. We'll walk you through all the models, but let's start with what's new for every 2021 Volvo. No ma…

Nissan teases upcoming Z with new heritage-soaked video

This is a public service announcement: Nissan is still working on a replacement for its ancient Z sports car, and that replacement is coming ... soon? The prototype itself will be revealed on Sept. 16, Nissan says, but as for when we'll see the real …

Maserati video sheds a little light on mid-engined MC20 coupe

Maserati is preparing to unveil the MC20, its first new model since the Levante made its debut in 2016. It released a short video to whet our appetite before the mid-engined coupe makes its global debut on September 9. Posted on its official Twitter…

Watch the Genovation GXE electric Corvette silently stalk Thunderhill West

When Democratic presidential nominee, former vice president and longtime C2 Corvette owner Joe Biden recently mentioned a 200-mph electric Corvette , he could have been talking about something GM has in the works, or he could have been referencing the…

Ferrari GTC4Lusso quits this world, Purosangue crossover inbound

A roundabout ride of allegation, denial, and admission leads us to the news that the Ferrari GTC4Lusso has ended production. On August 25, an AllCarNews Instagram post referred to a video from Miller Motorcars in Connecticut in which a sales manager …

Mayfly residue is delaying 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon shipments

If you ever feel too small to make a difference in the world, think of the mayflies that have ruined the paint of over 2,600 Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon SUVs. Also called fishflies, these tiny aquatic insects are causing a shocking amount of damage…