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Thursday, March 25, 2021

What You Missed | Your Autoblog Daily Digest for March 25, 2021

Mar 25, 2021

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Ford's long-lost turbine semi truck 'Big Red' found, in good shape

Back in the 1960s, turbine power was quite the fascination for car companies. Obviously there was the Chrysler Turbine car, but Ford was in the game, too. The difference was that they were considering turbine power for commercial trucks. While a wide…

2021 Toyota Sienna XSE Road Test Review | It's the 'sporty' one

ANN ARBOR, Mich. — The 2021 Toyota Sienna isn't what you'd think of as fun or sporty. It's a minivan. Also, it's a hybrid. Sure, hybrid isn't as correlated with slow as it used to be, but Toyota plus hybrid together conjures images of Priuses driving…

Volvo XC90 Coasting Transmission Deep Dive | Best coast

In our recent 2021 Volvo XC90 Recharge review, its turbocharged-supercharged-hybridized powertrain delivered impressive horsepower and fuel economy. But Volvo has one additional trick up its sleeve, propelling a car with power that's simpler, cheaper…

'Why isn't he stopping?' Mini driver describes being pushed sideways by dump truck

Yesterday, a video out of Toronto made the rounds on social media. It was scary to watch, as a dump truck pushed a Mini sideways a half-kilometer (third of a mile). But there were no details about why this accident happened or who was involved. Today…

Dodge Challenger, Charger get new anti-theft trick: going super slow

People who buy Dodge Challengers and Chargers with the big V8s get them because they're powerful and can go fast. But that becomes a bad thing if some ne'er-do-well steals it for a joy ride. That's where Dodge's latest feature, Security Mode, comes i…

Ford discovers $100,000 worth of leather and will donate it to Detroit businesses

When was the last time you found over $100,000 worth of things that you forgot you owned? Oh, never? Same here. However, Ford cannot relate, as the company just unearthed over $100,000 worth of unused leather hides (that's a lot of leather) as it was…

Women now hold the majority of seats on GM's board of directors

General Motors on Thursday said it is expanding its board of directors to 13 persons, with women holding seven of the seats. GM named two new directors, Meg Whitman and Mark Tatum. Whitman, 64, is a longtime tech executive and former Republican can…

Volkswagen Amarok midsize pickup previewed in design sketch

There's a new teaser for the upcoming Volkswagen Amarok pickup out today. It's intriguing to see the truck be previewed, because this is the first pickup that will be born of the Ford-Volkswagen technology sharing partnership . The new Amarok will be …

2022 BMW Alpina B8 Gran Coupe has M8-rivaling power

BMW usually is careful to ensure its M-badged models are the most potent of any one line. But it frequently lets BMW tuner Alpina build them a car that rivals its M models for all-out grunt, and that's the case with the 2022 BMW Alpina B8 Gran Coupe.…

Daymak says it's making the world's fastest three-wheeled EV

If you're in the market to buy a three-wheeled car that can go from 0-60 mph in 1.8 seconds, then, goodness, does Daymak have the electric vehicle for you. The company is crowdfunding the Spiritus, a two-seater EV that apparently "rides like a go-kar…

Wednesday, March 24, 2021

What You Missed | Your Autoblog Daily Digest for March 24, 2021

Mar 24, 2021

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2022 Hyundai Kona N caught undisguised during video shoot

The 2022 Hyundai Kona N was caught on German roads during a video shoot this week. Our spy managed to snag photos of it from just about every angle, giving us our first complete picture of Hyundai's new performance-oriented CUV. We often seen spy p…

Why Stellantis needs Chrysler

Stellantis has a secret weapon. It's called Chrysler. Rumors swirled this year that the 96-year-old namesake brand of the former Chrysler Corp. could be on the chopping block, but Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares promptly shot them down . Now what? The …

2021 Chevy Tahoe Suspension Deep Dive | Explaining the IRS you should be happy about

For years, the Chevrolet Tahoe had something in common with the Ford Mustang: both were the last holdouts in their respective segments to employ solid rear axles long after it became obvious that independent rear suspension would make them better. Fo…

GM's latest production delays: Colorado/Canyon, Cadillac CT4/CT5, Camaro

DETROIT — General Motors Co extended production cuts in North America on Wednesday due to a worldwide semiconductor chip shortage that has impacted the auto sector. The U.S. automaker said its Wentzville, Missouri, assembly plant would be idled duri…

Tesla Model S and Model X apparently getting touchscreen shifter

Tesla already made headlines for the yoke-style steering wheel that might be offered on the refreshed Model S and Model X. But it seems the wheel is only the start of the company's efforts to reinvent tried-and-true vehicle controls. The Tesla Owners…

Subaru previews more outback- and wilderness-friendly Outback Wilderness

Subaru's popular Outback will inaugurate a line of off-road-focused models bundled under the Wilderness label . The firm released a preview image to give us an early look at what it calls its most capable station wagon to date. Starting with the Outb…

Toyota 86 is reportedly delayed to differentiate it from Subaru BRZ

Subaru's second-generation BRZ made its global debut in late 2020, and it's scheduled to arrive in showrooms in 2021, but Toyota's version of the car remains shrouded in secrecy. Although it's still on its way to production, a recent report claims it…

Didi ride-hailing service considers New York stock IPO at $100 billion valuation

HONG KONG - China's top ride-hailing firm Didi Chuxing is leaning toward picking New York over Hong Kong for its initial public offering (IPO), eyeing a valuation of at least $100 billion via the float, two people with direct knowledge of the matter …

Tesla officially launches bitcoin car transactions in the U.S.

As promised earlier this year , Tesla customers can now buy its electric vehicles with bitcoin, its boss, Elon Musk, said on Wednesday, marking a significant step forward for the cryptocurrency's use in commerce. "You can now buy a Tesla with bitcoin…

'Judge Dredd' movie truck could be your ride for the dystopian future

While there are many vehicles that adopt a dystopian future aesthetic , few have actually been a part of the media that has helped shape our idea of such a world. One of those few could be in your garage: this movie vehicle from the 1995 film "Judge D…

Tuesday, March 23, 2021

What You Missed | Your Autoblog Daily Digest for March 23, 2021

Mar 23, 2021

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Nissan 400Z leaked images reveal the production sports car

Production images of the upcoming Nissan Z have leaked, photographed at what appears to be a cargo staging area. The tentatively named 400Z shows a few differences from the Z Proto that we've seen, and two new colors are spotted. According to 400ZCl…

2022 Bentley Continental GT Speed debuts with more power, big handling improvements

Fast news is coming out of the UK today in the form of a new Bentley Continental GT Speed. Similar to the previous generations of the Continental GT, this latest version is getting the Speed treatment. Bentley may be talking endlessly about its green…

Ford F-150 EV spy photos give us close look at motor and suspension

One of our spy photographers has once again caught the electric Ford F-150 out testing . But this time, they got up close and personal with it, snapping some photos that give us our best look at the rear motor and suspension yet. One of the first thi…

Used Volvo V70 wagon for $20 million includes New York 'New York' vanity plate

Billed as the world's most expensive Volvo wagon, a dark blue New York-based V70 is currently for sale for $20 million (and probably will be for some time). It's not the car that makes the sale special, though. It's the New York state vanity plate th…

Lexus electric concept car teased ahead of reveal next week

Lexus released another teaser for its upcoming unnamed concept car and also gave us an official release date. A digital world premiere is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, March 30, at 7 p.m. EDT. No new information was revealed, but the new tease…

Ford Bronco Warthog front end partially revealed in new spy photos

A new round of spy photos of Ford's upcoming Bronco performance variant (expected to be named Warthog ) hit our inboxes Monday. Thanks to a set of "bumpers" designed for attaching rigs used for roll-over testing, we're getting our best look yet at the…

2022 Infiniti QX55 First Drive Review | A gorgeous value

Looking at the luxury crossover market, you can probably guess that there's a clear demand for fastback variants. All the German automakers offer multiple coupe-like crossovers. The rest of the industry hasn't been so sure, including Infiniti, which …

Triumph previews the electric TE-1 and its power-dense EV drivetrain

Triumph is preparing to add at least one electric motorcycle to its range. It released sketches of a concept and images of a close-to-production drivetrain to illustrate the path it plans to take to the world of electrification. Called TE-1, the pro…

Used Vehicle Spotlight: 2013-2016 Scion FR-S and Subaru BRZ

The 2013-2016 Scion FR-S and Subaru BRZ were landmark cars for the enthusiast community, arriving at a time when car lovers were mourning the loss of lightweight, rear-wheel-drive options that were inexpensive enough for young buyers to consider. The…

1990 Land Rover Defender camper is ready to take you far off the beaten path

Autoblog may receive a share from purchases made via links on this page. Pricing and availability are subject to change. Overlanding would seem to be more popular than ever, and while you could pitch a rooftop tent on your 4x4, a far more comfortabl…

Monday, March 22, 2021

What You Missed | Your Autoblog Daily Digest for March 22, 2021

Mar 22, 2021

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Jeep Magneto: Electrifying the Easter Jeep Safari with a Wrangler EV

The Easter Jeep Safari has become synonymous with factory-backed concepts and customs, and this year is no different . The headline grabber of 2021 is called the Jeep Magneto, and it's truly unlike anything the off-road brand has ever assembled. As it…

Jeep debuts four new concepts at the 2021 Easter Jeep Safari

There's no doubt the most interesting vehicle Jeep will haul to Moab for the annual all-things-off-road celebration that is the Easter Jeep Safari is the electric Magneto concept. It's unique, in fact, so we wrote all about it in a separate story you…

Aston Martin Vantage F1 Edition adds more power, downforce

Well, it seems we were onto something, Aston Martin really did give us a pace car edition of the Vantage. Or, in F1 parlance, a safety car edition. It's technically called the Aston Martin Vantage F1 Edition , and fortunately, it's not just a Vantage …

2021 Polestar 2 Road Test Review | The mystery sport sedan

The dog was patient enough as she waited for her human companion to finish his inquisitive orbit of the Polestar 2 . The guy had no idea what it was. The badge, finished in the same paint as the rest of the car, was unknown. The car's name, appearing …

Jeep expects the aftermarket will 'go nuts' with the new Wagoneer

Jeep hopes aftermarket tuners will view the new Wagoneer's rugged body-on-frame construction and powerful V8 engine as a blank canvas. Jeep is encouraging third-party companies to modify the SUV, and it plans to work with a handful of partners to bui…

2021 BMW 5 Series Interior Review | The mature choice

The 2021 BMW 5 Series went through its mid-cycle refresh this year, and an interior freshening was one of the top priorities. Improved tech is at the forefront of changes, but some subtle styling changes attempt to elevate it a little higher without …

992 Porsche 911 GT3 RS appears again in fresh spy photos

The upcoming Porsche 911 GT3 RS has been spied yet again, and with details of the 992 GT3 now official, it should only be a matter of time before we get the specs on Porsche's latest track weapon. Porsche has been testing the 992 GT3 RS in public s…

Aston Martin's oldest car prepares for its 100th birthday bash

Aston Martin will celebrate in style the 100th birthday of its oldest-known remaining car. It will send the 1921 A3 to the annual Concours of Elegance taking place in September 2021 on the near outskirts of London. Fittingly, the Concours of Eleganc…

AMG firing back at Porsche with an 800-hp plug-in hybrid GT 73e

Mercedes-AMG will take a swing at crosstown rival Porsche when it releases a range-topping evolution of the four-door GT powered by an 800-plus-horsepower gasoline-electric system. Tentatively called GT 73e, the high-performance sedan will make its d…

Lexus builds a one-off IS 350 with a record player in the glove box

The latest Lexus to undergo modification for the company's marketing efforts is called the Lexus IS Wax. That's because it's for vinyl lovers, and contains an actual car-mounted record player that, Lexus claims, does not skip. Earlier this month we …