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I spent the past few days behind the wheel of a 2023 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe.Notes? Oh, I have notes.The 4xe pairs a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that makes 270 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque with a starter/generator motor and a transmission traction motor for a total system power output of 375 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque. The automatic transmission has eight speeds. Some quick thoughts:The 4xe may have neat tech, but you still make all the usual tradeoffs you do with Wranglers, especially a Rubicon. That means a lot of noise — especially with the power soft-top and…
One of my prized possessions is this photo of a school-bus-yellow C4 Corvette race car that I drove in the 24 Hours of Daytona in 1987. That’s me behind the wheel, about to turn left and climb up onto Daytona International Speedway’s high-banked Turn 1. In the background is a blurry red race car, most likely the famous Coca-Cola–sponsored Porsche 962 GTP prototype co-driven by sports car and Formula 1 superstar Hans-Joachim Stuck. Every time I look at that photo I feel a thrill from knowing that I had been on the inside of one of the great top-level professional…
Porsche has issued a recall on certain versions of the Panamera hatchback and wagon due to a potential fire risk. The recall affects Panameras and Panamera Sport Turismos from the 2017-2021 model years, and specifically the Panamera, Panamera 4, Panamera GTS, Panamera Turbo, and Panamera Turbo S grades. A total of 24,467 examples may be affected in the U.S., according to the recall notice published by the NHTSA on Jan. 27. The issue is caused by the external coolant pump for the climate control system on the vehicles. In some cases, humidity may enter the pump and cause an electrical…
Last July, Alfa Romeo boss Jean-Philippe Imparato said his Italian concern would develop a new battery-electric vehicle in the U.S. that would launch here in 2027. It would take the new top spot in the lineup, being larger than the Stelvio, full of tech and full of performance. During the launch of the Tonale in Japan, the boss shared provisional specs of the “high-performance SUV” with Automotive DriftBreath Europe. The pack of some unknown size would juice motors putting out from 300 to 800 horsepower in the standard range, and around 1,000 horsepower in a Quadrifoglio trim. Here’s the big…
As far as knock-offs go, the FC3S Mazda RX-7 is one of the best. I’ll explain that brassy opinion shortly, in case you think I need my head checked, but first, let’s set the scene… It took many months of text ping-pong to tee up a shoot with the owner of this 1989 RX-7, Kohei Miyata. It was worth the wait, though, as I’m sure you’ll soon agree. I first met Kohei-san last year, when we shot his NA2 Acura NSX-T with another USDM-spec, left-hand drive NSX from the Level One Japan crew. Along with the NSX and this RX-7, Kohei-san is…
Known for its off-road shock absorbers, Fox is delving into complete vehicle builds with a special-edition Ford Bronco inspired by the King of the Hammers off-road race. Built under the Fox Factory Performance Vehicle Development (PVD) banner in a partnership with King of the Hammers race, the Ford Bronco King of the Hammers (KOH) Edition was unveiled at its namesake race last Friday, with modifications inspired by the 4600-class Broncos competing in the event. Fox teamed with off-road racer Jason Scherer to design the vehicle. The modifications center around Fox’s 2.5 Performance Elite shocks, paired with BDS coilovers, locating 37-inch…
Standing in the lobby at Mitsubishi’s suburban Nashville headquarters last week, I looked out the window and saw Nissan’s own HQ just down the street. Even though Mitsubishi tells me that it’s just a coincidence that the two offices are that close to one another, the two companies are part of a larger alliance that also involves Renault. Even if it’s not intentional, one can feel the corporate synergy.Geographic proximity isn’t the only reason I mention this – the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV I was in town to drive shares a lot of its bones with Nissan’s Rogue. Including much…
Beyond the functionality and powerful mechanics of cars, they have long been valued for their looks. The best looking cars throughout history have been able to redefine aesthetics of performance, personality, and status. From edgy, sporty looking cars characterized by their sleek and aerodynamic designs to timeless luxury vehicles, there are a range of vehicles that are a cut above when it comes to looks. The car industry is constantly evolving and pushing the boundaries when it comes to creating the next cool looking cars. Some of the best looking new cars have instantly come on the scene as true…
Lamborghini is close to revealing a V-12 plug-in hybrid supercar as the successor to the Aventador, which means the pure V-12 era is almost over for the Raging Bull. To mark the milestone, Lamborghini has launched a pair of one-off cars—a coupe and a roadster—powered by the Aventador’s 6.5-liter V-12. The 2023 Lexus RZ is almost ready for its showroom appearance, and ahead of the start of sales Lexus has released pricing information. The RZ arrives with single powertrain and battery combination, and a range estimate that’s well below what the competition offers. BMW is now only a couple of…
Lexus has priced its 2023 RZ compact electric crossover ahead of the start of sales in February. The RZ will reach dealerships shortly priced from $59,650. That price is for the base RZ 450e Premium grade. A better-equipped RZ 450e Luxury grade is priced from $65,150. Both figures include destination. A Tesla Model Y, which at 187 inches long is about two inches shorter than the RZ, starts at $56,380, while the bigger Cadillac Lyriq starts at $62,990. Both alternatives offer significantly more range than what Lexus estimates for the RZ. A dual-motor all-wheel-drive system and 71.4-kwh battery power both…