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May 21, 2026
Plug-in hybrids get plugged in more than you might think
Toyota is the latest automaker to report PHEV charging stats, and they're encouraging.
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May 21, 2026
These clever active beam headlights are finally coming to America
The 2027 Audi Q9's digital matrix lights satisfy new NHTSA rules on minimizing glare.
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May 19, 2026
EV drivers will pay $130 a year under Congress' 2026 transportation bill
Politicians say they want EVs to pay "their fair share for the use of our roads."
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May 18, 2026
BMW sends off the 6th-gen M3 CS with a manual gearbox, rear-wheel drive
The 2027 M3 CS Handschalter is lighter and comes with three pedals instead of two.
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May 15, 2026
Volkswagen shows its first electric GTI; there's no chance of US sales
The ID. Polo GTI takes plenty of inspiration from the original Golf GTI of 1976.
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May 15, 2026
Honda shows off new hybrids for America as it absorbs $9 billion EV loss
The automaker marked its first annual loss in more than 70 years.
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May 14, 2026
Vaporware or not? Aptera assembles its first five validation models.
The three-wheel, two-seat EV has been in development since 2006.
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May 13, 2026
Rivian adds a new onboard AI assistant to its latest software update
The Rivian Assistant is available for both Gen1 and Gen2 hardware.
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May 11, 2026
Audi has a new Q9 flagship coming soon: Here's its interior
Audi made sure to consult American tastes for its first full-size SUV.
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May 11, 2026
F1 set for another engine tweak in 2027, and what's this about V8s?
Rather than dig in, the sport is being proactive about fixing the problem.
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May 7, 2026
Is your Porsche Taycan too slow at the Nürbugring? You need this Manthey Kit.
Nordschleife-specialist Manthey has developed an upgrade package for the Porsche EV.
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May 6, 2026
More than just an SUV? Rivian is working on more R2 variants.
Without giving much away, CEO RJ Scaringe teased the idea of an R2 pickup and an R2X.
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May 5, 2026
Musk's Europe gamble: Will others follow the Dutch and approve FSD?
The Dutch road authority will ask other EU regulators to approve the driver assist.
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May 4, 2026
F1 in Miami: That's what it looks like when an upgrade works
2026's Formula 1 championship now looks far from a foregone thing.
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May 1, 2026
Is your Purosangue SUV not sharp enough? Ferrari has you covered.
We'll soon get to see the brand's first EV; first, a more honed V12 four-seater.
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May 1, 2026
There's a lot of hype about Chinese EVs—is any of it true?
In addition to being full of screens, China now wants its cars to be packed with AI.
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April 30, 2026
In motorsport, there's nowhere to hide as AI becomes new CFD tool
AI finds value in motorsport, multiplying limited computational fluid dynamics resources.
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April 28, 2026
A billion miles in less than a decade: GM's Super Cruise reaches a milestone
The hands-free, eyes-on driver assist only works on geofenced highways.
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April 28, 2026
Start with the sensors, then design the rest: How Zoox built its robotaxi
The bidirectional design has some clear advantages for a working taxi.
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April 24, 2026
As electric aspirations fade, Porsche sells its stake in Bugatti
Porsche's stake in Bugatti and Rimac Group have been sold to private equity.
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April 22, 2026
Tesla reports Q1 2026 earnings: Still profitable
Car sales are up, battery sales and emissions credits are down.
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April 22, 2026
As EV batteries improve, ChargePoint debuts 600 kW fast charger
The new design is cheaper and will even fit in convenience store parking lots.
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April 21, 2026
CATL's new LFP battery can charge from 10 to 98% in less than 7 minutes
The self-heating Shenxing battery still performs even in Arctic temperatures.
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April 20, 2026
Here's how F1 is tweaking its hybrid systems to try to save the show
Energy management and speed differentials are the problems of the day.
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April 20, 2026
Rogue Trooper brings the Genetic Infantry to the silver screen
The future war film, from the director of Moon, is adapted from 2000 AD's comic series.
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April 17, 2026
$25,000 buys plenty of used EVs: Here are some options
Is $20,000–$25,000 a sweet spot for secondhand electric cars? We think so.
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April 16, 2026
Microsoft and Stellantis want to use AI to help car owners
Digital services for brands from Jeep to Peugeot will feel the presence of AI.
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April 15, 2026
US jobs too important to risk Chinese car imports, says Ford CEO
China has enough spare capacity to swallow the entire US car market, says Ford's Jim Farley.
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April 15, 2026
What’s the deal with Alzheimer’s disease and amyloid?
For decades, scientists have concentrated on what now looks to be a blind alley.
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April 14, 2026
IONNA Rechargeries are coming to more than 350 Circle K stations
The OEM-backed charging network offers 400 kW NACS and CCS DC fast chargers.
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