[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] 2019 Mid-Size Truck Challenge competitors Cars.com photo by Christian Lantry Of all the dozens of multivehicle Challenges we’ve published on Cars.com, we’ve never had one on pickup trucks — until now. We’ve always published truck contests on our sister site, PickupTrucks.com, but as time goes by, more and more Americans become intrigued by…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The brewing rivalry between Tesla and Porsche has taken another turn after the California-based electric carmaker went to the Nurburgring for the very first time…and left without actually posting a time. But that’s not stopping Tesla from puffing its chest, saying that the triple-motor Model S “Plaid Mode” can clock a lap time…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Despite having been extensively panned for its poor safety credentials, the ever popular Renault Kwid has been spied sporting a dramatically restyled makeover ahead of its market debut in India next month. Pictured by a number of Indian web forums standing on the factory floor next to the Triber MPV, the majority of…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Zora Arkus-Duntov, the General Motors engineer oft referred to as the “father of the Corvette,” tried for decades to convince his employers that the best-performing Corvette would have a mid-engine layout. To prove his point, Duntov created a number of mid-body prototypes, beginning in 1960 with the CERV-1 (Chevrolet Engineering Research Vehicle), but…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The three-pointed star’s plug-in crossover based on the GLB will likely debut some time next year. The new Mercedes-Benz EQB electric crossover has been spied during testing in Europe. As with other members of the all-electric EQ range, the EQB is based on an existing model — in this case the GLB —…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The online retailer hopes to have 10,000 of these vans on the road by 2022, and the rest by 2030. Last week Amazon co-launched The Climate Pledge, which aims to help the world meet the targets set out in the Paris climate accord 10 years ahead of schedule. For its part, the e-commerce…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The Lamborghini Sian took us by surprise with a futuristic design spiced up by Countach-inspired features and an innovative hybrid drivetrain. And needless to say, this supercar looks extremely cool and I’m hoping it previews a new design language for the Italian brand. Sadly, it seems that it might not be the case,…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Work seemingly continues on a new rotary-powered halo car for Mazda, but it’s unclear when such a vehicle may make its debut. Recently-discovered patent filings suggest Mazda could be developing a new two-door coupe powered by a rotary engine. Motor magazine in Japan has recently uncovered a patent for a “vehicle shock absorption…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Volkswagen hasn’t had an SUV smaller than the Tiguan previously. The T-Cross uses the Polo’s platform to create a small SUV with style and presence. Pros and Cons Pros High level of technology and equipment available for this segment Charming engine and drivetrain combination Functional cargo and passenger space Cons Dual-clutch gearbox can…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] If a Tiguan is too big (or too SUV-like), the Volkswagen T-Roc aims to bridge the gap between hatch and full-blown SUV with a sporty, Golf-sized offering. Pros and Cons Pros Fun to drive with plenty of punch Rides beautifully, even on cobbled city streets High level of technology and features Cons Dual-clutch…