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Hyundai and Kia are looking to combine battery-pack cases with vehicle structural components for greater packaging efficiency. In a patent filing published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on Nov. 14, 2024, and first submitted by the automakers to that agency Oct. 26, 2023, Hyundai and Kia discuss having a vehicle’s floor double as the upper panel of a battery pack case. This would make better use of available space, allowing more modules to be fitted, the automakers argue. Hyundai and Kia battery case floor patent image This would more closely integrate the battery pack with the…
Sharing a passion for innovation, the performance professionals at McLaren quickly transitioned from a motorsport-driven team to a full-scale supercar manufacturer in no time. With legendary models like the F1 and P1 in its timeline, McLaren continues to evolve its regular production fleet to perform at the same competitive level using a truly visceral driving experience. The electrified Artura is pushing McLaren into the future with an all-new design that categorizes itself in a world of its own. Harnessing power from a state-of-the-art hybrid powertrain, McLaren has made sure that the ownership experience inspires you to explore the outer limits.…
The 2025 Acura ADX is the Acura brand’s new entry-level crossover The ADX shares a platform with the Integra and is close in size to the RDX It goes on sale in the spring with a starting price of $36,350, including destination The Acura RDX compact crossover has grown bigger and more expensive over the years, with the current 2025 model’s starting price approaching the $50,000 mark. This has opened up space in Acura’s lineup for a slightly smaller compact crossover, the 2025 ADX, which was first shown last fall. Acura on Friday announced that the 2025 ADX will reach…
An updated BMW M5 with Neue Klasse-inspired styling have been spotted The updated M5 is expected to debut in early 2027 as a 2028 model for the U.S. Its arrival will roughly coincide with the arrival of an electric M3 BMW’s latest M5 has only just begun deliveries in the U.S., but a prototype for an updated version featuring significant changes has already been spotted. The camouflage suggests redesigned lighting at both ends, along with a new grille that will likely adopt styling cues from BMW’s upcoming Neue Klasse family of electric vehicles, which will introduce a new dedicated EV…
TDF has an upcoming documentary that details how it turns retired Formula 1 cars into track toys The company uses original chassis but swaps in its own power unit and gearbox The company only uses chassis that have competed in actual F1 races Forget the Aston Martin Valkyrie and Mercedes-Benz AMG One—if you’re after the closest thing to a Formula 1 experience in a car you can actually own, TDF has you covered. The UK-based motorsports and engineering firm specializes in delivering the ultimate track machine by acquiring authentic F1 cars, restoring them, and selling them to passionate racing enthusiasts.…
Electric vehicles improved in the 2025 J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study but plug-in hybrids got worse. Released Thursday, the annual study focuses on the rate of problems with new vehicles, as reported by owners, with scores assigned based on problems per 100 vehicles. The new results are based on problems experienced by the original owners of vehicles going back to the 2022 model year. The sample included 34,175 responses from owners gathered from August through November of 2024. EVs improved by 33 problems per 100 vehicles compared to the previous year’s study, while plug-in hybrids saw an increase of 26…
Acura, which hasn’t sold a hybrid vehicle since the NSX supercar ended production in 2022, may be reconsidering its strategy. The automaker previously announced in 2021 that it planned to bypass hybrids entirely, and would instead focus on electric vehicles when it comes to electrification, with a goal of 60% EV sales by 2030. However, recent comments from a company executive suggest that Acura could be open to reintroducing hybrid models. In a January interview with Automotive News, Mike Langel, assistant vice president of national sales for Acura, acknowledged that the brand’s previous EV target is now outdated. While he…
It was last summer that NASCAR unveiled a prototype electric race car with a crossover-like body, as a means to demonstrate the series’ commitment to reducing emissions. Ford followed up with its own prototype styled like the Mustang Mach-E, featuring the same specifications as NASCAR’s own prototype, namely a powertrain consisting of a trio of motors and a 78-kwh battery. On Thursday, Chevrolet rolled out its own prototype, with the Blazer EV being the basis. Chevy’s prototype, dubbed the Blazer EV.R NASCAR prototype, will formally debut at the 2025 Daytona 500, set to run on Feb. 16. Once again the…
McLaren has revealed the MCL39 as its contender for the 2025 Formula 1 season The MCL39 will be piloted by Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri in the new season The first race will be the Australian Grand Prix, taking place on March 16 McLaren is the first to reveal its new Formula 1 race car for the 2025 season, though the reigning Constructors’ Champion is saving the full details, including the livery, for a formal debut on Feb. 18. The new car carries the MCL39 designation (the previous car was the MCL38) and will be piloted by Lando Norris and…
Aston Martin is a British luxury car manufacturer known for producing some of the most expensive and exotic cars in the automotive industry. The company was founded in 1913 and has since been dedicated to crafting supercars and SUVs that are elegant, powerful, and exclusive. Aston Martin’s exceptional reputation for exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail sets it apart from other luxury car brands. The exclusivity of the brand and the quality of the cars produced make Aston Martin a top choice for enthusiasts and collectors around the world. Highest-Priced Production Cars The most expensive factory Aston Martin production cars…