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Cadillac’s Upcoming 2023 Escalade-V Pops and Gurgles in Teaser Video 3.15.2022
Cadillac has published a short teaser video of the 2023 Escalade-V SUV, headlined by a shot of the rear valence and underscored by the sounds of its tuned exhaust. The short video provides audible foresight into the vehicle’s performance foundation. While the beats of award-winning producer and artist Maffio are catchy, we wish we could listen to the… Read More
Volvo’s Updated Recharge Hybrid Powertrain Coming to US; Extends Range, Lowers Emissions 3.14.2022
Volvo Car USA has announced the stateside launch of an improved Recharge plug-in hybrid powertrain, to be utilized in their 90 and 60 Series models. The updated Recharge T8 all-wheel drive powertrain allows said hybrid vehicles to extend their all-electric range up to an EPA estimated 35-41 miles. The main improvements made to the T8 come in the form of a… Read More
Subaru WRX STI Not Planned for New Model; Future May Feature Electrification 3.14.2022
2021 Subaru WRX STI Subaru recently announced the unfortunate halt of the WRX STI, releasing a short statement regarding the performance variant’s future. The statement made it clear that the WRX STI as a whole is, at least for now, not dead; however, it was stated that “a next generation internal combustion engine (ICE) WRX STI will not be produced based… Read More
Porsche Brings Life to Pixar’s Sally Carrera 3.11.2022
Porsche has partnered with Pixar Animation Studios to create a one-of-a-kind, real life example of Sally Carrera, one of the main characters from the movie Cars. In the film, Sally Carrera is based on a 2002 Porsche 911 and, with the 20 year anniversary of said car, Porsche plans to celebrate with a one-off Porsche. It will be sold at auction in an effort… Read More
Rivian Shareholder Sues Automaker for EV Price Increases 3.11.2022
Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe drives the first production R1T pickup off the production line in Normal, IL. A shareholder in Rivian Automotive has sued the electric vehicle manufacturer over a recent price increase for two of their models. The complaint by Charles Larry Crews, who claims Rivian purposely hid how underpriced the R1S SUV and R1T pickup truck were,… Read More
2023 Acura Integra: Full Details Emerge 3.10.2022
Acura’s highly anticipated return to the Integra namesake has been bolstered by a new release of production details, including performance figures, options and interior specifics. We’ve known for a while the 2023 Integra would return as a sporty five-door liftback with coupe-like elements. While this choice has upset some purists (and we would love to see… Read More
Second-Gen Toyota Mirai Gains “Toyota Teammate” Driver Assistance 3.10.2022
Toyota plans to equip the 2022 Mirai luxury fuel-cell electric vehicle (FCEV) with their new “Toyota Teammate” driver assistance system. The system is available on the 2022 Mirai Limited grade, and it will serve two primary roles: Advanced Drive and Advanced Park; however, Toyota stated that while Advanced Park functionality will be standard, Advanced… Read More
Volkswagen ID.Buzz Global Premiere 3.09.2022
Volkswagen has teased a return of the microbus for some time, and today the 2023 ID.Buzz made its global debut. The ID.Buzz utilizes VW’s new Modular Electric Drive (MED) Kit. This will serve as the foundation for both the ID.Buzz passenger and cargo versions; these models will see introduction in the European market in the third quarter of this year. North… Read More
Chevrolet Teases Electric Blazer SS in Short Video 3.09.2022
Chevrolet has published a short video teasing their upcoming all-electric Blazer SS SUV. The video shows the vehicle’s charge port, illuminated by a white LED ring; the port is then covered by what appears to be an electronically closing door. In this shot, we also get a glimpse of the driver’s side mirror-- blacked out to match the fender arches. The… Read More
Mercedes-Benz USA to Offer New All-Wheel Drive, Diesel Engine in Sprinter Van 3.08.2022
Mercedes-Benz USA has introduced a new all-wheel drive (AWD) system for their Sprinter vans, as well as 4-cylinder diesel and gas engine options, at the 2022 Work Truck Week in Indianapolis, IN. The new Sprinter AWD system is replacing the van’s previous 4x4 system. Mercedes claims the drivetrain will produce more power, offer more endurance and an “overall… Read More