As EV Transition Mandate Approaches Deadline, Automakers Scramble To Stay Profitable Without Gas Vehicles

State EV mandates touch off panic among automakers (Photo: Maura Losch)

No matter how President-elect Trump reshapes the Biden administration’s broader climate policies, automakers are already scrambling to prepare for stringent state-level electric vehicle (EV) mandates that are quickly approaching. In California and 11 other predominantly…

California Fuel Prices Estimated To Surge By 50 Cents Per Gallon Based on Demand

California gas prices may soar even higher next year

California drivers could face rising gas prices next year following a decision by state regulators to tighten fuel standards aimed at reducing pollution and decreasing reliance on fossil fuels. The California Air Resources Board (CARB)…

2025 MotorTrend Finalists Showcase the Best in SUV Design and Engineering

2025 MotorTrend Finalists Showcase the Best in SUV Design and Engineering

The 2025 MotorTrend SUV of the Year competition reached an exciting milestone with the recent announcement of its finalists. This year, nearly 40 SUVs representing 29 different nameplates were rigorously evaluated to identify the models…

2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Redefines Adventure with i-FORCE MAX Hybrid Powertrain and Classic Styling

2025 Toyota Land Cruiser

The 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser is a nostalgic throwback, a reimagining of the iconic off-roader that defined adventure for generations. This new model seamlessly blends the rugged charm of the 70s and 80s with contemporary…

2025 Maserati MC20 Cielo Redefines Luxury Sports Cars with Retractable Glass Roof and Nettuno Engine

2025 Maserati MC20 Cielo

The 2025 Maserati MC20 Cielo is a game changing addition to the luxury sports car market, building upon the success of its coupe counterpart with the added thrill of open top driving. Revealed with a…

Toyota Reimagines GR86 with Rally Legacy Concept Featuring Turbocharged Engine and All-Wheel Drive

Toyota Reimagines GR86 with Rally Legacy Concept Featuring Turbocharged Engine and All Wheel Drive

Toyota has been leaning into nostalgia recently with retro-inspired releases like the Land Cruiser 250 and the updated 4Runner, both drawing from 1980s design elements. At the 2024 SEMA show in Las Vegas, the brand…

2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure Review Highlights Performance, Comfort, and Touring Versatility

2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure Review Highlights Performance, Comfort, and Touring Versatility1

The 2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure is a significant upgrade in the adventure touring motorcycle segment. With a 7.9-gallon fuel tank, an optional automatic transmission, and a distinct boxy design, it raises the bar…

CFMoto Teases V-4 Superbike with 209 Horsepower and Master of Speed Sculpture

CFMoto Teases V 4 Superbike with 209 Horsepower and Master of Speed Sculpture

In early 2023, CFMoto confirmed its intention to develop a V-4-powered superbike, with the release of its V.04 engine offering more concrete details about the project. The engine is designed to produce over 200 horsepower,…

Iconic Jaguar C-X75 from James Bond’s Spectre Transformed into Street-Legal Luxury Vehicle

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A dream unfulfilled for Jaguar enthusiasts is finally becoming reality. The Jaguar C-X75, a stunning concept car revealed in 2010, captured the imagination with its cutting-edge hybrid powertrain and sleek design. Though production plans fell…

Inside the NASCAR Cup Series Championship Race: Tyler Reddick’s Quest Ends as Blaney Claims Title

Inside the NASCAR Cup Series Championship Race Tyler Reddick’s Quest Ends as Blaney Claims Title

Tyler Reddick’s journey toward his first NASCAR Cup Series championship at Phoenix Raceway was filled with intensity, beginning on Thursday with preparations for one of the biggest weekends of his career. Reddick was one of…

FIA Announces Leadership Change as Race Director Niels Wittich Steps Down Amid Calls for Consistency in Formula 1 Officiating

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The FIA announced that Formula 1 Race Director Niels Wittich has stepped down from his role, effective immediately. Wittich, who began serving as race director in 2022 following the removal of his predecessor Michael Masi,…

Alpine Partners with Mercedes for Engine Supply in Strategic Shift from Renault Starting 2026

Alpine Partners with Mercedes for Engine Supply in Strategic Shift from Renault Starting 2026

Alpine Formula One has confirmed a new partnership with Mercedes for engine and gearbox supply, starting in 2026 and continuing through 2030. This arrangement marks a major shift from Alpine’s reliance on its parent company,…

2025 Lincoln Navigator Now Starts at $101,990, Surpassing Cadillac Escalade in Price and Features

2025 Lincoln Navigator

The 2025 Lincoln Navigator, despite its impressive redesign and luxurious features, faces a significant challenge in the form of its steep price increase. The base model now starts at a hefty $101,990, which is a…

White Motorcycle Concepts Boosts Electric Motorcycle Range Through Aerodynamic Innovation with Zero’s SR/S

White Motorcycle Concepts Boosts Electric Motorcycle Range Through Aerodynamic Innovation with Zero’s SRS

Electric motorcycles are already known for their speed, acceleration, and occasionally impressive range. However, achieving all three in a single model has been challenging due to the limitations of current battery energy density compared to…

Continental Reports Q3 Profit Surge Amid Lowered Forecast Due to Weakened Automotive Demand

Continental Reports Q3 Profit Surge Amid Lowered Forecast Due to Weakened Automotive Demand

Continental, the German automotive parts manufacturer, reported strong third-quarter earnings, showing a significant rise in profitability. The company recorded a net income of €486 million, an increase of 62.8% from €299 million in the same…

Vroom Initiates Restructuring to Address Debt, Transforming $290M in Notes to Equity and Streamlining Finances

Vroom Initiates Restructuring to Address Debt, Transforming $290M in Notes to Equity and Streamlining Finances

Vroom, Inc., a leader in automotive finance and digital services, has entered a Restructuring Support Agreement (RSA) with most of its debt holders and its primary stockholder to tackle its debt challenges. This RSA will…

LiveWire and KYMCO Reveal Futuristic Electric Scooter Concepts at EICMA, Strengthening Partnership

LiveWire and KYMCO Reveal Futuristic Electric Scooter Concepts at EICMA, Strengthening Partnership

LiveWire, Harley-Davidson’s electric sub-brand, surprised the motorcycle community by showcasing two concept electric scooters at KYMCO’s stall during the 2023 EICMA event. KYMCO, an early investor in LiveWire, has a longstanding collaboration with the brand,…