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1. Private equity group reportedly buying Willow Springs Raceway

   A Boston-based private equity real estate firm has struck a deal to buy California's Willow Springs International Raceway, The Drive reported Friday. CrossHarbor Capital...

2. Maserati GranCabrio gains new entry-level powertrain

   Maserati has revealed the GranCabrio 490 The new entry-level model of the GranCabrio lineup packs 483 hp Prices will be revealed in March and order books open in April Maserati's GranCabrio has gained a third powertrain option,...

3. Faraday Future not dead, $30,000 FX 6 prototypes headed to US.

   Faraday Future launched the FX sub-brand during 2025 CES FX initially aims for trio of minivans with a choice of electric or hybrid powertrains It says first model will be a luxury minivan called Super One It’s been...

4. Alpine A390 teased, debuts May 27

   Alpine is months away from the reveal of its second EV, the A390 performance crossover The A390 starts production in 2025 at Alpine's Dieppe plant in France Alpine plans to launch...

5. Toyota puts more Supra and Land Cruiser classic spares into production

   Toyota has been reproducing spare parts for some of its most beloved classics in recent years, including iconic models like the Supra, AE86, and even the uber-rare 2000GT. These parts are developed by Toyota's Gazoo Racing...

6. 2026 Kia EV3 GT spied for first time

   The Kia EV3 electric subcompact crossover is getting a GT performance flagship The new EV3 GT is likely powered by a dual-motor all-wheel-drive powertrain Peak output may lie close to 300 hp...

7. Polestar 3 benefits from software and hardware updates

   Polestar continues to refine its Polestar 3 electric midsize SUV, introducing a series of updates aimed at enhancing functionality and the overall user experience. Deliveries of the Polestar 3 began last summer, and the Swedish performance EV brand remains...

8. TDF turns F1 cars into track toys, and it has a documentary

   TDF has released a 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...

9. Next-gen Jeep Compass possibly delayed, powertrains evaluated

   A new Jeep Compass offering gas and electric powertrains may be delayed The crossover was last confirmed for launch in North America in 2026 A source allegedly said Jeep is reassessing whether...

10. Where's my robotaxi? Are self-driving cars a reality?

    There are no self-driving cars for sale in the U.S. Pilot tests of self-driving cars continue to expand, to other vehicles and in other cities Most new cars can be equipped...

11. Stellantis STLA AutoDrive won't require drivers to watch the road

    Stellantis announced STLA AutoDrive, STLA Brain, and STLA Smart Cockpit STLA AutoDrive will be a Level 3 hands-free driver-assist system that won't require the driver to watch the road STLA AutoDrive, STLA Brain, and STLA Smart Cockpit will arrive in...

12. Electric truck startup Nikola files for bankruptcy protection

    Nikola has filed for bankruptcy protection The company is seeking approval to sell remaining assets The company was...

13. Design language for Mercedes EVs and gas cars to converge

    Mercedes' jelly bean design for EVs is going away Many of Mercedes' upcoming EVs will feature the same design as gas/hybrid models Mercedes has also reversed a decision to only sell its vans with electric powertrains The era of...

14. Kia PV5 electric van arrives to challenge the VW ID.Buzz

    Kia has revealed the PV5 as the first of its planned range of purpose-built vehicles The PV5 is an electric midsize van that Kia will offer in passenger and cargo forms Availability and pricing have yet to be announced Kia is set to provide a first look at its new...

15. 2027 Mercedes-Benz S-Class spied with major update

    The Mercedes-Benz S-Class will receive a refreshed design in 2026 The refreshed design will adopt elements from the smaller E-Class S-Class buyers will...