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A Cadillac Optiq-V looks to be coming soon to join the Lyriq-V Upgrades will likely include more power, bigger brakes, and a V-specific sound No change is expected for the Optiq’s standard 85-kwh battery Cadillac has just launched its first V-Series performance electric vehicle in the form of the 2026 Lyriq-V midsize SUV, which is priced to start at $79,990, and it looks like the next in the series will be a compact Optiq-V. Camouflaged Optiq prototypes have been spotted sporting a few details that point to them being an Optiq-V performance variant. Differences from the regular Optiq compact crossover,…
2025 Forester Hybrid doesn’t have a charge port Subaru suggests 35 mpg or better combined Subaru hopes to sell nearly a third of Foresters in hybrid form 2026 Subaru Forester Hybrid models will be made in Indiana The 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid isn’t the brand’s first hybrid, but it’s Subaru’s first hybrid truly set for the mass market. Due to arrive at U.S. dealerships this spring, the Forester Hybrid won’t be limited to low volume, kept to particular states, or limited to one or two trims. It’s being offered in a range of versions, starting at $36,415, including the $1,420…
A piece of Corvette royalty will soon be offered to the public The car is considered the first purpose-built General Motors race car It is being offloaded by the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum, and is estimated to sell for between $5 million and $7 million One of the most significant Corvettes in history will be auctioned off this February. Part of an RM Sotheby’s sale running Feb. 27-28 in Coral Gables, Florida, the 1957 Chevrolet Corvette SS Project XP-64 is billed as the first purpose-built General Motors race car. And it was a milestone in the development of the Corvette…
The Cupra Raval will be the first of VW Group’s new subcompact EVs The subcompact EVs will use VW Group’s MEB Small platform Cupra plans to launch in the U.S. later this decade Several Volkswagen Group brands are working on a new generation of subcompact electric vehicles, and a prototype for one of them has been spotted. The prototype is for the Raval hatchback from Cupra, VW Group’s Spanish performance brand, which plans to enter the U.S. later this decade. Cupra started out life as a performance sub-brand of VW Group’s Spanish brand SEAT, but in 2018 was repositioned as…
VerdictThe use of the Mustang name upset some Ford enthusiasts, but those who embraced the EV age felt different about Ford’s first dedicated electric car, and it’s easy to see why. We were impressed by the Mustang Mach-E when it arrived and our enthusiasm remains undiminished. Scour owners’ forums and you’ll see plenty of positive feedback, but some have experienced lots of glitches, either because of software bugs or poor build quality. That’s why you need to scrutinise any potential purchase very carefully. But take on a good Mustang Mach-E and you’ll absolutely love it. Advertisement – Article continues belowFord…
If you’re going to build a cool car, you’d better give it a cool name. There’s so much to love about hot rodders. The can-do-will-do, belt-it-until-it-breaks attitude they have towards building and racing cars, the sense of community that encourages the wild and ingenious, and of course, the badass names they give their creations. I recently met up with lifelong ‘rodder Kaoru Koshimizu to check out his Evolution Ray, a C1 Chevrolet Corvette with a fully reworked powertrain and running gear, plus a few party tricks up its sleeves. Tucked away in a suburban area of Yokohama, Koshimizu-san runs a bar and…
Our Scenic is the range-topping Iconic Long Range model with no options, except for the £1,250 metallic paint. So it costs £46,745 as tested with 20-inch wheels of an unusual design, a 360-degree camera system, the 12-inch portrait infotainment screen, a 12.3in driver’s display screen and its party piece, the Solarbay panoramic roof, which can electrically switch from opaque to clear at the touch of a button. It’s around £4,000 cheaper than the rear-wheel-drive Ford Explorer with the larger battery that we tested it against. Family buyers might panic at the sight of the Scenic’s interior. The light-grey fake leather…
Kalmar has revealed a Safari-style conversion for the 997-generation Porsche 911 Upgrades include Kevlar composite parts and a ride height that extends to over 8.0 inches Kalmar says it won’t develop Safari-style conversions for any 911 generation beyond the 997 Danish performance marque Kalmar, known for its bespoke Porsche 911 restomods, has introduced the RS-7, the latest addition to its lineup of off-road-ready 911s. This new model is based on the 997-generation Porsche 911 of the 2000s and incorporates lessons learned from Kalmar’s previous Safari-style builds. Kalmar only recently entered the U.S. market, having launched last year through a partnership…
In the exciting realm of high-performance supercars and hypercars, McLaren carved a niche for itself as a trailblazer, beginning its journey in competitive racing divisions such as the Can-Am series and Formula One. This passion for speed later led to alliances with giants like Mercedes-Benz and BMW, paving the way for McLaren to evolve into a full-fledged manufacturer. While several McLaren models have the reputation of being among the priciest cars ever, the brand consistently upholds its legacy with its contemporary and futuristic models. As a nod to the brand’s loyal followers, McLaren reserves its limited production models and exclusive…
Subaru’s sixth-generation Forester has gained Wilderness and Hybrid models The Forester Wilderness features 9.3 inches of ground clearance and 3,500 pounds of towing capacity The Forester Hybrid introduces a next-generation hybrid powertrain developed with Toyota The Subaru Forester was redesigned for the 2025 model year, but the rugged Forester Wilderness was missing from the lineup. That is no longer the case, as Subaru on Thursday at the 2025 Chicago auto show revealed the sixth-generation Forester’s Wilderness model and confirmed it will be in showrooms this fall, arriving as a 2026 model. Pricing information will be announced closer to the market…