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Maserati has canceled a planned all-electric version of its MC20 supercar, citing lack of customer interest. The news was first reported on Mar. 6 by Evo, which referenced an official statement from the automaker. It’s an indication that Maserati’s commitment to phasing out gasoline cars by the end of the decade is already weakening. “The project was stopped due to the current forecast for insufficient demand in the super sports car market for a battery electric vehicle,” the statement read. 2023 Maserati MC20 Cielo Maserati in 2022 said it would offer fully electric versions of every model by 2025, and…
The 2025 Nissan Z has been announced Changes include new two-tone color options, along with the GT-R’s Bayside Blue signature hue The starting price is unchanged from the previous year at $44,110, including destination With the Nissan GT-R set to bow out of production this summer, Nissan has decided to make its iconic Bayside Blue color available on other models, starting with the Z. This particular shade of blue, made famous by the R34-generation Nissan Skyline GT-R, is now available on the 2025 Z, with order books opening this week. Also new for 2025 are two two-tone exterior color options:…
Mitsubishi is developing a new Pajero Sport, the current generation of which is sold as the Montero Sport in some markets Sales of the midsize SUV are expected to start in 2026, though a U.S. launch is unlikely Mitsubishi may also be planning a new version of the larger Pajero/Montero, via a partnership with major shareholder Nissan Mitsubishi has been spotted testing a new generation of the Pajero Sport, a midsize SUV with body-on-frame construction that, in some markets, is sold as the Montero Sport. Some U.S. readers will recall the original Montero Sport of the early 2000s, and its…
There’s a lot of Cupra branding all over the exterior, but it took a while to notice the only mention of Tavascan, which is located discreetly within the rear lights. The bold styling themes continue inside and it feels rather upmarket, even though there is a lot of plastic around. The textured finishes and flashes of copper elevate the overall look, but personally I find the wider bronze band across the dash, with ridged black plastic above, a step too far. It’s practical, though – the floating centre console doesn’t intrude too much on interior space, the cup-holders are narrow…
Volkswagen and Audi are recalling 60,490 electric vehicles because of a potential software issue that could prevent shift-lever indicators on instrument panels. The recall includes 2021-2023 VW ID.4 and 2022-2023 Audi Q4 E-Tron and Q4 E-Tron Sportback electric crossovers, which share the VW Group’s MEB platform. These vehicles left the factory with software that might not show the letter “N” for “neutral” in the instrument cluster when the car is shifted into that position, according to the NHTSA. 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 If the vehicle is left in neutral, and the parking brake is not set, it could roll away. Or…
Stellantis has made moves to trademark the Sunchaser and Convoy names, perhaps hinting at some new vehicles or special editions in the works. The automaker filed applications for trademark protection for the two names with the United States Patent and Trademark Office, both on Feb. 28. The Sunchaser application specifically states its use for concept vehicles. The name hints at something designed for sun lovers—possibly a convertible or a surf-friendly vehicle. The name also recalls Toyota’s Celica Sunchaser, a special edition from the late 1970s and early ‘80s that featured a removable roof. The Convoy application lists the name for…
Telo Trucks on Thursday unveiled the first pre-production unit of its MT1 compact electric pickup truck. The next step toward getting the tiny truck into customer hands, California-based Telo said in a press release, is safety and durability testing, followed by regulatory homologation, which Telo hopes to finish next winter. Telo MT1 electric truck prototype. (Mar. 2025) Unveiled in 2023 in an early concept form, the MT1 stands in stark contrast versus current electric trucks, with a very compact size and focus on efficiency. It’s just 152 inches long—the same as the outgoing-generation Mini Cooper SE two-door hatchback—yet Telo claims…
Mercedes-Benz is developing a next-generation van family that will offer electric and ICE powertrains The first member of the family will be an electric midsize van A luxury version of the midsize van is expected to retain the V-Class nameplate Mercedes-Benz is preparing a new generation of vans set to arrive starting in 2026, and on Friday, the automaker released photos of camouflaged prototypes undergoing cold-weather testing in northern Sweden. Unlike the current Sprinter and V-Class vans, which use separate platforms, the new generation will be based on a common, highly flexible platform. Mercedes announced on Friday that the platform…
The Ford Mustang has lost ground to more practical vehicles like Ford’s Explorer SUV and F-150 pickup truck in recent decades when it comes to police duty. However, the popular sports car is still used by some agencies for specialized roles. One area where the Mustang continues to have a presence in law enforcement is highway patrol and pursuit, thanks to its speed and performance. Some agencies also use Mustangs as unmarked vehicles or for community engagement events, where they help attract attention. One agency that has recently added the Mustang to its fleet is the North Carolina State Highway…
‘Give a man a body kit, and he’ll look cool for a day. Give him a sheet of raw carbon fibre, and he’ll look cool for a lifetime.’ Masato Nitta lives by this philosophy, and he’s built a one-piece carbon front cowl for his EK9 Honda Civic Type R to prove it. Of course, while this ancient Japanese proverb uses man in the context of humanity; everyone can live by this philosophy. On my most recent trip south to the Kansai region of Japan, I planned to go and check out the local Civic scene in Nara, specifically a tuning shop…