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Requescat in pacem: Bentley has retired the venerable L-series engine popularly known as the 6.75-liter V-8, with the final engine in its long history built for a Mulsanne on Monday, June 1. Bentley says it’s the “longest-serving V-8 engine in continuous production in history,” lasting almost 62 years and with 36,000 units built. Why’s it […] More
The Hyundai Santa Fe is getting a styling update for 2021 that includes a bold new face and a nicer interior. Newly available features include a Terrain Mode selector and a larger touchscreen. The 2021 Santa Fe should go on sale in the U.S. by the end of this year. Say hello to the 2021 […] More
The Japanese automaker is recalling 9502 of its 2019 and 2020 RAV4s and RAV4 hybrids because a part of the suspension can detach, potentially causing a crash. More
BMW is offering its first ever M Sport Pro package on the completely redesigned 2021 4-series, though it won’t be available for U.S. buyers. The M Sport Pro package includes the eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission, M Sport brakes, M seatbelts, and a Harman Kardon sound system. Overseas customers can also get black 20-inch M Performance […] More
Sales numbers for May suggest that the auto industry is on its way to recovering after dismal sales in March and April. Trucks were a strong point for the automakers that reported May sales data. This story will be updated as more automakers report May sales. The month of May saw a return to some […] More
The second-generation BMW 4-series features a new, vertical grille design that has already been the subject of intense scrutiny on social media. U.S. buyers will get two models at launch: the 430i, with a 255-hp 2.0-liter four, which comes with rear- or all-wheel-drive; and the AWD-only M440i with a 382-hp 3.0-liter inline-six and 48-volt hybrid […] More
Bollinger has successfully patented the Passthrough and Frunkgate features of its upcoming electric utility vehicles, which allow for the hauling of items that are as long as the vehicles themselves. The Class 3 B1 SUV and B2 pickup are still both on target to start production by the end of 2021. Bollinger could license the […] More
Toyota will offer 1500 2021 Corolla Hatchbacks in a Supersonic Red-painted Special Edition. The limited edition cars are fitted with a black-accented bodykit and black 18-inch wheels. The Special Edition cars will arrive late this summer and should cost just under $25,000. Toyota is still trying to prove that the Corolla can be fun driver’s […] More
