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2026-03-27

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Releases & Reviews

Chevy's New LS6 Gives 2027 Corvette More Torque Than Any Factory NA V8 Ever (3 minute read)

The new 6.7-liter LS6 produces 535 horsepower (399 kW), a 40-hp jump over the outgoing 6.2-liter LT2, and delivers more torque than any factory naturally aspirated V8 in history. The revived LS6 nameplate — last used in the early C6 era — powers the refreshed 2027 Stingray and new Grand Sport models.

2027 Infiniti QX65 First Look: Dang, It Looks Good (2 minute read)

Infiniti's all-new two-row SUV channels the original FX's athletic stance and sleek proportions, with standard all-wheel drive and the brand's signature opulent interior. Despite its higher number, the QX65 slots below the three-row QX60 as the entry-level model in the lineup.

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Technology, Market Data & Analysis

Real Buttons and Door Handles 'Non-Negotiable,' VW CEO Says: TDS (2 minute read)

CEO Thomas Schäfer bluntly questioned why anyone would use touch-sensitive sliders, calling physical door handles and buttons "absolutely non-negotiable." The commitment signals a clear reversal from VW's controversial shift toward minimalist touchscreen interfaces in recent models.

Sony Honda Mobility Cancels Car Plans (1 minute read)

The joint venture, formed in 2022 to create "PlayStation-on-wheels" EVs, has scrapped both the six-figure Afeela 1 sedan and an SUV variant showcased at CES. The cancellation follows Honda's broader reassessment of its EV strategy amid challenging market conditions.

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Car Culture

Magnus Walker Outlaw Collection Outperforms Pre-Auction Estimates (3 minute read)

RM Sotheby's sold all 160 lots from the legendary Porsche collector's "Outlaw Collection" — including 16 complete cars — for $2 million, achieving a 100% sell-through rate. Multiple lots outperformed their pre-auction estimates, underscoring the enduring appeal of Walker's curated builds.

The 2013 Dodge SRT Viper Was the Ultimate Viper Generation (27 minute watch)

Doug DeMuro makes the case that the fifth-generation SRT Viper, with its 640-horsepower (477 kW) 8.4-liter V10 and vastly improved interior, represented the pinnacle of the nameplate. The deep-dive explores why this generation perfected the raw American supercar formula before production ended.

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Miscellaneous

Ford's Mustang GTDMightHave Just Beaten the Corvette's 'Ring Time (2 minute read)

A recent Nürburgring testing video suggests Ford has shaved several seconds off the GTD's official 6:52.072 lap time from October 2025 — potentially enough to reclaim the title of fastest American production car at the legendary circuit.

2026 Easter Jeep Safari: Jeep Just Dropped Six Rad Off-Road Concepts (1 minute read)

The annual Moab pilgrimage celebrates its 60th anniversary with six wild concepts, including a military-inspired overlanding Wrangler, a chopped-top trail rig, and a beautifully restomodded 1980s XJ Cherokee. The lineup also features a Gladiator and Grand Wagoneer build.

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Quick Links

The 2026 Lotus Emira Scura Is a Dark Homage to the Exige (3 minute read)

Limited to just 60 North American units, this special edition pays tribute to the 2009 Exige Scura with the Driver's Pack, Sport suspension, and a stealthy matte-black design.

2026 Audi RS3 Review (13 minute watch)

Throttle House puts the updated RS3 through its paces, exploring whether Audi's turbocharged five-cylinder hot sedan still delivers the thrills enthusiasts expect.

Chevrolet's Final Camaro (So Far) Is an Instant Collector (6 minute read)

Hagerty analyzes why the sixth-generation Camaro is already commanding collector premiums, with the ZL1 1LE and special editions leading the charge.

Hyundai Motor aims to double China sales, launch 36 new models in North America (1 minute read)

CEO Jose Munoz outlined plans at the annual shareholder meeting, including a goal to sell 500,000 vehicles annually in China as part of a massive growth push.

Subaru to Unveil New EV SUV at New York Auto Show (2 minute read)

The shadowy teaser of Subaru's fourth Toyota-partnered EV will be fully unveiled at the New York International Auto Show on April 1.

California Launches A Bill To Specifically Target People Using Montana LLCs To Dodge Taxes On Cars (7 minute read)

Following criminal charges against 14 people over $20 million in unreported luxury vehicle purchases, a new bill aims to close the well-known registration tax loophole.

Slate Truck Passes Slush Test, On Track for Q4 Debut (5 minute read)

The affordable EV pickup, targeting a mid-$20,000 price, survived extreme cold-weather testing at Michigan's Keweenaw Research Center ahead of its late-2026 launch.

2026 Maserati Grecale Trofeo review. Would I swap it for my Levante Trofeo? (20 minute watch)

Harry's garage reviews the Grecale Trofeo and compares it against his own Levante Trofeo to see if the newer, smaller SUV is a worthy successor.

BMW Remains Open to Building an Even Bigger SUV Than the X7 (4 minute read)

With the X7 as its current largest offering, BMW executives hint that American buyers' appetite for oversized luxury SUVs could justify an even bigger model.

Uber aims to launch Europe's first robotaxi service with Pony AI and Verne (2 minute read)

The ridehail giant partners with China's Pony AI and Croatia's Verne to launch autonomous vehicles in Zagreb, marking a first for the European market.