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2026-04-13

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Releases & Reviews

2027 Jeep Grand Cherokee Will Officially Get Its Trailhawk Back (3 minute read)

Originally slated exclusively for the now-discontinued 4xe plug-in hybrid, the off-road-focused Trailhawk will return with its signature Trail Rated badge, increased ground clearance, and knobbier tires. Powertrain details remain under wraps, with both the standard V-6 and available turbo four still in play.

I Drove The Lexus LM Luxury Van In Japan—It Redefines Executive Cars (10 minute read)

The four-seat executive configuration features a privacy partition with smart glass, a 48-inch widescreen display, and fully reclining massage seats. Powered by a 366 hp (273 kW) turbocharged hybrid system, the LM starts at ¥20,300,000 (~$130,000) and brings Japanese "quiet luxury" to the road.

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Technology, Market Data & Analysis

Porsche deliveries tumble further in first quarter (1 minute read)

Global deliveries fell 15% to 60,991 vehicles, with China plunging 21% amid fierce local competition and North America dropping 10% after the end of EV tax incentives. Only Germany saw growth at 4%, as new CEO Michael Leiters promises a turnaround through aggressive cost-cutting.

Is the 'Holy Grail of batteries' finally ready to bless us with its presence? (8 minute read)

Finnish startup Donut Lab claims a 400Wh/kg solid-state cell that charges in five minutes, though key metrics remain unverified. Meanwhile, CATL has filed patents for 500Wh/kg cells, and a Mercedes prototype using Factorial's battery achieved a real-world range of 749 miles (1,206 km).

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Car Culture

Pontiac Once Ran A Super Bowl Commercial Featuring An Option That Was Cancelled Almost Immediately Because The Suits Freaked Out (5 minute read)

The 1970 GTO's option W73 — known as "The Humbler" — used vacuum-operated exhaust cutouts to bypass the mufflers for a louder, more aggressive V8 rumble. GM executives killed the option after just 233 units, fearing the Super Bowl ad promoted illegal street racing.

1970 911T Sportomatic: Porsche's First Move Toward Self-Shifting (4 minute read)

Porsche's semi-automatic Sportomatic debuted in 1967, using a torque converter and vacuum-operated clutch that disengaged simply by touching the shift lever. The 142 hp (106 kW) 911T offered only slightly less performance than the manual, yet the gearbox never caught on and was discontinued in 1979.

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Miscellaneous

Polestar Hopes to Grab Tesla Owners With Deep Discounts (2 minute read)

Tesla owners can score up to $21,000 off a 2025 Polestar 3 or $14,000 off a Polestar 4, with the program running through April 30. Non-Tesla buyers still qualify for up to $18,000 in discounts, though the offers only cover outgoing models without the newer 800-volt architecture.

Here's The Minimum It Would Take To Get The Lunar Rovers Running Again When We Get Back To The Moon (8 minute read)

Three low-mileage Apollo-era rovers sit on the lunar surface needing just one major fix — swapping their depleted 36V silver-zinc batteries for modern lithium-ion units. With just 1 hp (1 kW) split across four wheel motors and a peak speed of 11 mph (18 km/h), these are the ultimate project cars.

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Quick Links

Report: GMC Is Bringing Back the Jimmy as a Body-on-Frame SUV (3 minute read)

The midsize off-roader would slot between the Terrain and Acadia, riding on the Canyon/Colorado platform to battle the 4Runner, Bronco, and Wrangler — and GMC is reportedly considering a V-8 option.

Bosch's Wild New Way to Clean Up Gas Engines Starts With a Flame (2 minute read)

A gas-fired burner delivering 25 kW of heat directly into the exhaust stream gets catalytic converters up to operating temperature almost instantly, tackling the dirtiest first 60 seconds of every cold start.

Ferrari's First EV Was So Quick, It Needed NASA's Help (3 minute read)

The Luce will pack over 986 hp (735 kW), hit 62 mph in 2.5 seconds, and top out at 192 mph (309 km/h) — but Ferrari worked with NASA to ensure the acceleration doesn't overwhelm passengers.

2026 Infiniti QX80 Review: Not Quite an Armada or an Escalade (9 minute read)

The twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 delivers 450 hp (336 kW) and 516 lb-ft (700 Nm) to haul this 6,000 lb (2,722 kg) luxury SUV, but the nearly identical and cheaper Nissan Armada keeps stealing its thunder.

BYD, Not in the US Yet, Looks Ready to Expand to Canada (3 minute read)

The world's largest EV seller plans to open 20 Canadian sales locations this year after Ottawa agreed to allow up to 49,000 Chinese-built electric vehicles annually — a sharp pivot from last year's high tariffs.

2026 Mazda CX-5 | What's the Problem Now? (22 minute watch)

SavageGeese takes a critical look at Mazda's refreshed compact crossover, examining whether the updates address the CX-5's lingering shortcomings or introduce new ones.

Not All "Wrapper" Cars Are Created Equal, as This 33-Mile Solstice Attests (6 minute read)

A 2009 GXP coupe with just 33 miles (53 km) sold at Mecum Houston for $33,000 — barely above its original MSRP — proving that low mileage alone doesn't guarantee big money without the right car and the right stage.