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Willow Springs Gets Its First Major Improvements: 'We Are Excited to Preserve the History'

Willow Springs International Raceway's first improvements are complete. The track's new owner has renovated the Streets of Willow Springs road course and the kart track, laying down new asphalt on both to replace the old and cracked surfaces.

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The Cheapest Toyota RAV4 Isn't a Hybrid. And It Isn't for America

While we wait for the 2026 Toyota RAV4 to hit dealerships later this year—and for pricing to be announced—another interesting RAV4 variant has surfaced. It technically isn't even a RAV4 at all; it's called the Wildlander. Even though it looks mostly identical to the version headed to the US, this…

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Tom Matano, 'Father' of the Mazda Miata, Dies at 77

Update: The original version of this story said that Matano was 76. Motor1 has since confirmed that Mataon was 77 at the time of his passing. This story has been updated to reflect that.

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This Tiny Engine Could Save Internal Combustion. We Talked to the Company's CEO

Horse Powertrain, a global supplier of powertrain systems, unveiled its latest hybrid and combustion innovations at the IAA Mobility Show in Munich this year. The company supplies parts for leading automotive manufacturers like Renault, Geely, Volvo, Proton, Nissan, and Mitsubishi.

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Audi Succeeds When It Leads

Audi is defined by the times it blazed its own path. The Quattro of the 1980s transformed the brand from a small, near-luxury marque to a technological innovator; the original, all-aluminum A8 showed that it could compete with BMW and Mercedes-Benz on equal footing; the TT showed the world it…

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New BMW X5: First Official Look

BMW knows variety is the spice of life, which is why it plans to sell the next X5 with nearly every type of drivetrain. Alongside the usual gasoline, diesel, and plug-in hybrid versions, there will be this hydrogen fuel cell derivative co-developed with Toyota. But that’s not all; a battery…

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It's Happening: Porsche Confirms New Gas Boxster and Cayman

Porsche raised plenty of eyebrows in 2022 when it pledged to make the 718 fully electric at the expense of its gas models. While the EV Boxster and Cayman are still in development, Zuffenhausen has realized that eliminating the combustion engine outright would be a fatal mistake. The German sports…

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The Ram RHO Is Good. But a New TRX Would Be Better: Video Review

Street-legal Baja trucks are one of the best things human innovation has conceived in the last decade. Since the Ford Raptor practically started the segment, virtually every truck maker has a big, bro-ey, off-roader in its arsenal.

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Porsche's New Flagship SUV Won't Be Electric—At Least, Not Initially

Porsche is pumping the brakes, hard, on electric vehicles. Today, the company announced that it will tweak an upcoming three-row electric SUV, which will slot above the Cayenne. Instead of giving it a big battery, Porsche will launch it exclusively with a combustion engine and plug-in hybrid powertrain.

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Genesis Wants a G-Class Rival: 'An Off-Roader Infused With the Spirit of Adventure'

There's a reason the Mercedes-Benz G-Class has been around for nearly 50 years. The ever-popular off-roader is stylish, luxurious, and—most importantly—exceptionally capable. BMW already said it wants its own G-Class rival, and now Genesis reportedly wants in on the action too.

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Thanks, Tariffs: Volkswagen Prices Are Going Up for 2026

Volkswagen prices are going up on several models for 2026. While the automaker promised earlier this year to maintain prices in the face of tariff-related costs, VW only extended that guarantee through June. Now, as the automaker launches its 2026 lineup, some models are pricier than before. But not all…

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Here's Definitive Proof That the Lexus LFR Is a Hybrid

With a launch imminent, Lexus is hard at work testing its new sports car, the one we—and everybody else—have been referring to as the "LFR." Out on the Nürburgring Nordschleife, we were able to hear its V-8 burble distinctly. But these prototypes reveal another detail: The LFR is a hybrid.

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Hyundai Issued a Massive Recall for Nearly Every Palisade

Hyundai is recalling every first-generation Palisade because a small percentage of them might have defective seat belt buckles. The recall affects 568,580 units of 2020-2025 Palisade models—which, according to our math, is just about all of them

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How Michelin Uses Technology to Rethink Tire Manufacturing: Interview

Michelin has been at the forefront of tire technology since it introduced the first radial, the X, in 1946. The company has also been making and developing tires in North America since the mid-1970s, and for about a year now, Matthew Cabe has run Michelin North America.

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Audi's First, um, AUDI Model For China Is an Instant Hit

Audi’s namesake all-caps brand for China is actually off to a strong start. It took just half an hour for the newly founded AUDI to rack up more than 10,000 orders for its debut model. The E5 Sportback, which does without the iconic Four Rings, is the product of a…

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Lincoln Could Get Another Three-Row Crossover. And It Might Be Hybrid

Lincoln might not have the most extensive lineup, but it's a relatively strong one—and it might soon grow. Brand executives have allegedly told dealers that they'll soon have a new, additional model to sell, except there's no indication as to when it will arrive or what it might be.

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The Nissan Ariya Is Already Dead in the US

Nissan is undergoing a major corporate restructuring that includes job cuts, factory closures, and a streamlined vehicle lineup. As part of that shift, the automaker is reportedly pulling the plug on the Ariya EV for the 2026 model year.

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The Genesis GV70 Is Still a Standout: Review

Few segments in the luxury car space are as fiercely competitive as the compact SUV class. You’ve got the top-dog BMW X3, the popular Mercedes-Benz GLC, the sensible Volvo XC60—and a handful of other truly excellent options.

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Hyundai Might Build Its Own Toyota 4Runner Rival

Today in New York, Hyundai outlined its future plans. CEO José Muñoz confirmed that the automaker is working on a mid-size body-on-frame pickup truck for America, which will arrive by 2030. He also noted that there’s "potential" for a body-on-frame SUV riding on the same platform, which means Hyundai might…

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Porsche Doesn't Want the Manual to Die: 'Thinking About All Possibilities'

Right now, there are only two manual Porsche 911 models on sale in the US—the Carrera T on one end, and the GT3 on the other. Although the market for manual sports cars outside the US and UK is small, Porsche still wants to expand its offerings. That probably means…

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10 Cars That Hold Their Value Best

The pandemic was a challenging yet interesting time for carmakers. The inventory was initially high when people were told to stay home, but when the world opened back up, so did the need for cars.

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Hyundai Design Boss Asks: 'Why Do We Need a Screen?'

Simon Loasby, head of Hyundai's design center in Korea, is asking the right questions. As automakers begin to reorient interiors away from expansive screens and endless menus, designers and engineers must invent what comes next. For Hyundai, that's a future that the Concept Three previews.

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Mazda's Lineup Remains Shockingly Affordable for 2026

New car prices continue to climb, with even the once-most-affordable offerings now out of reach for many entry-level buyers. Mazda isn’t one of them, though. The company has released new pricing details for many of its 2026 model year vehicles, and most of them remain affordable.

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Hyundai Is Planning Even More N Performance Cars

Hyundai recently launched the Ioniq 6 N electric sedan, but more high-performance models are on the way. The “N” lineup is set to grow to over seven models by the end of the decade. While details about the newcomers remain under wraps, the goal is for the sporty division to…

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Hyundai Has Another Mid-Size Truck Coming. And It Will Be Body-On-Frame

Update: Hyundai has confirmed in a preview image that its mid-size pickup would be body-on-frame, and the company even suggested that a body-on-frame SUV could be built alongside it. That image and video from the event have been added.

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