2023 BMW M4 CSL arrives resets BMW Ring record

The quickest BMW (to date) around the Nürburgring has been revealed, but it's unclear if you can even buy it.On Thursday, the 2023 BMW M4 CSL broke cover. When production begins in July, only 1,000 units will be built, each for a price of $140,895. BMW wouldn't comment on whether the M4 CSL is already sold out or how many will come to the U.S.The boost pressure of the twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-6 increases from the M4 Competition's 24.7 psi to 30.5 psi in the CSL, with engine mapping modified accordingly. Power output increases by 40 h...[More]

2023 BMW M4 CSL arrives resets BMW Ring record

The quickest BMW (to date) around the Nürburgring has been revealed, but it's unclear if you can even buy it.On Thursday, the 2023 BMW M4 CSL broke cover. When production begins in July, only 1,000 units will be built, each for a price of $140,895. BMW wouldn't comment on whether the M4 CSL is already sold out or how many will come to the U.S.The boost pressure of the twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-6 increases from the M4 Competition's 24.7 psi to 30.5 psi in the CSL, with engine mapping modified accordingly. Power output increases by 40 h...[More]

IIHS Performs More Aggressive SUV Side-Impact Crash Tests with Interesting Results

The recent news of traffic fatalities increasing to levels not seen since 2005 is disheartening, especially considering how far we have come with automotive safety and technology surrounding accident avoidance. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) is one organization that’s taken a deep dive into crash tests and conducted new, more aggressive tests for SUVs, one being a new side test that has some interesting findings.In the IIHS’ recent new side test, they have increased the crash speed from 31 mph to 37 mph and increased the ...[More]

IIHS Performs More Aggressive SUV Side-Impact Crash Tests with Interesting Results

The recent news of traffic fatalities increasing to levels not seen since 2005 is disheartening, especially considering how far we have come with automotive safety and technology surrounding accident avoidance. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) is one organization that’s taken a deep dive into crash tests and conducted new, more aggressive tests for SUVs, one being a new side test that has some interesting findings.In the IIHS’ recent new side test, they have increased the crash speed from 31 mph to 37 mph and increased the ...[More]

2024 Honda Prologue electric crossover SUV teased

Honda on Wednesday released a teaser for its Prologue electric crossover SUV, which is scheduled to go on sale in 2024.The Prologue will be Honda's first mass-market EV for the North American market (Honda previously mentioned sales estimates of 70,000 units annually), and the first Honda EV sold here since the Clarity Electric was discontinued after the the 2019 model year.While Honda is developing its own dedicated EV platform called the e:Architecture, the Prologue will be based on General Motors' Ultium component set. So will a companion Ac...[More]

2024 Honda Prologue electric crossover SUV teased

Honda on Wednesday released a teaser for its Prologue electric crossover SUV, which is scheduled to go on sale in 2024.The Prologue will be Honda's first mass-market EV for the North American market (Honda previously mentioned sales estimates of 70,000 units annually), and the first Honda EV sold here since the Clarity Electric was discontinued after the the 2019 model year.While Honda is developing its own dedicated EV platform called the e:Architecture, the Prologue will be based on General Motors' Ultium component set. So will a companion Ac...[More]

The Electric G-Wagon Will Have A Cutting-Edge Battery

Like the gas-powered G-Class, the all-electric EQG is set to be one of the most desirable SUVs on the road when it goes on sale in 2024. Aside from luxury and a strong image, the battery-powered Gelandewagen will be a technological tour de force thanks to Sila, an innovative battery materials company.rnTogether with Sila, the German automaker is planning to bring silicon anode chemistry tech to the EQG. Cleverly, the cutting-edge material is able to increase the energy density of batteries without jeopardizing performance or safety. Sila's crea...[More]

The Electric G-Wagon Will Have A Cutting-Edge Battery

Like the gas-powered G-Class, the all-electric EQG is set to be one of the most desirable SUVs on the road when it goes on sale in 2024. Aside from luxury and a strong image, the battery-powered Gelandewagen will be a technological tour de force thanks to Sila, an innovative battery materials company.rnTogether with Sila, the German automaker is planning to bring silicon anode chemistry tech to the EQG. Cleverly, the cutting-edge material is able to increase the energy density of batteries without jeopardizing performance or safety. Sila's crea...[More]

New Car Preview: 2023 BMW 3 Series Sedan

The BMW 3 Series has undoubtedly been a benchmark for the luxury compact sports sedan segment for nearly as long as it has been in existence. To keep the 3 Series a trend-setter, BMW updates it slightly for the 2023 model year taking on a sportier approach that turns out to work much better than the controversial styling of the elongated grille belonging to the new 4 Series along with the new M3 and M4. Thankfully, the new 2023 BMW 3 Series retains “good looks” for its grille design and overall fits the mold of what we think BMW should cons...[More]

New Car Preview: 2023 BMW 3 Series Sedan

The BMW 3 Series has undoubtedly been a benchmark for the luxury compact sports sedan segment for nearly as long as it has been in existence. To keep the 3 Series a trend-setter, BMW updates it slightly for the 2023 model year taking on a sportier approach that turns out to work much better than the controversial styling of the elongated grille belonging to the new 4 Series along with the new M3 and M4. Thankfully, the new 2023 BMW 3 Series retains “good looks” for its grille design and overall fits the mold of what we think BMW should cons...[More]

2023 BMW 3-Series receives nip and tuck with upgraded technology

The seventh-generation 3-Series has been tweaked and upgraded to keep up with the newer competition.On Tuesday, the 2023 BMW 3-Series was revealed with larger screens, revised styling, and a new place or origin for U.S. models when they arrive in July. Pricing has yet to be announced.BMW said every U.S. 3-Series will now be built at the automaker's new plant in San Luis Potosi, Mexico.2023 BMW 3-SeriesThe largest change for the refreshed 3-Series takes place inside the cabin. Those seated up front will be greeted by a wall of displays placed un...[More]

2023 BMW 3-Series receives nip and tuck with upgraded technology

The seventh-generation 3-Series has been tweaked and upgraded to keep up with the newer competition.On Tuesday, the 2023 BMW 3-Series was revealed with larger screens, revised styling, and a new place or origin for U.S. models when they arrive in July. Pricing has yet to be announced.BMW said every U.S. 3-Series will now be built at the automaker's new plant in San Luis Potosi, Mexico.2023 BMW 3-SeriesThe largest change for the refreshed 3-Series takes place inside the cabin. Those seated up front will be greeted by a wall of displays placed un...[More]

Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 ePerformance Gives Us a Glimpse into The Electrification of Motorsports

The future is bright, or in the automotive world, it’s electrified. The thing is, automotive electrification looks to open a new world of motorsports where vehicles get even faster and more taxing for the driver. However, electrification has its downfalls through only permitting so many laps on a circuit all because there are limitations of battery technology.Porsche is one manufacturer that’s been deep in the fray of motorsports and is placing its bets on the development of electrified race cars. Here, they have mostly uncovered what we co...[More]

Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 ePerformance Gives Us a Glimpse into The Electrification of Motorsports

The future is bright, or in the automotive world, it’s electrified. The thing is, automotive electrification looks to open a new world of motorsports where vehicles get even faster and more taxing for the driver. However, electrification has its downfalls through only permitting so many laps on a circuit all because there are limitations of battery technology.Porsche is one manufacturer that’s been deep in the fray of motorsports and is placing its bets on the development of electrified race cars. Here, they have mostly uncovered what we co...[More]

Charles Leclerc crashed Niki Laudas Ferrari 312B3 F1 race car

Ferrari Formula One driver Chalres Leclerc crashed one of three-time champion Niki Lauda's Ferrari F1 cars during a demonstration run at the 2022 Monaco Historic Grand Prix on Sunday.Leclerc was on his third lap in the 1973 Ferrari 312B3 when, owing to a suspected brake failure, he lost the rear end and backed the vintage F1 car into a wall at the famous La Rascasse turn.The 2022 Bahrain and Australian Grand Prix winner set off again with some rear-end damage, but soon stopped again after the car began emitting smoke. That coincided with the en...[More]

Charles Leclerc crashed Niki Laudas Ferrari 312B3 F1 race car

Ferrari Formula One driver Chalres Leclerc crashed one of three-time champion Niki Lauda's Ferrari F1 cars during a demonstration run at the 2022 Monaco Historic Grand Prix on Sunday.Leclerc was on his third lap in the 1973 Ferrari 312B3 when, owing to a suspected brake failure, he lost the rear end and backed the vintage F1 car into a wall at the famous La Rascasse turn.The 2022 Bahrain and Australian Grand Prix winner set off again with some rear-end damage, but soon stopped again after the car began emitting smoke. That coincided with the en...[More]

Volkswagen Expects To Make Serious Profits From EVs Very Soon

Volkswagen is pulling no punches when it comes to electromobility and recently teased an affordable, battery-powered city car to bring EVs to the masses. Currently, US buyers only have the ID.4 to choose from but that's set to change with the arrival of the retro-styled ID.Buzz minivan. This attack on the EV segment is set to pay off sooner than expected, with company CEO Herbert Diess noting EVs will be as profitable as ICE-powered cars very shortly.rnAt the company's annual shareholder meeting, Diess remarked that VW is anticipating the e-mob...[More]

Volkswagen Expects To Make Serious Profits From EVs Very Soon

Volkswagen is pulling no punches when it comes to electromobility and recently teased an affordable, battery-powered city car to bring EVs to the masses. Currently, US buyers only have the ID.4 to choose from but that's set to change with the arrival of the retro-styled ID.Buzz minivan. This attack on the EV segment is set to pay off sooner than expected, with company CEO Herbert Diess noting EVs will be as profitable as ICE-powered cars very shortly.rnAt the company's annual shareholder meeting, Diess remarked that VW is anticipating the e-mob...[More]

Jay Leno checks out an SR20-powered Datsun 1600 restomod

The Datsun 1600 laid the foundation for the 240Z and the line of Nissan Z sports cars that followed. Mike Spagnola of Purpose Built Motors respected that heritage while upgrading a 1600's performance to turn it into a tasteful restomod that recently appeared on Jay Leno's Garage.In addition to being special to Datsun and Nissan fans, the 1600 also has special significance for Leno because one of these roadsters was his second car purchase (after a 1934 Ford pickup truck). His car was nothing like this red roadster, though.The car started out as...[More]

Jay Leno checks out an SR20-powered Datsun 1600 restomod

The Datsun 1600 laid the foundation for the 240Z and the line of Nissan Z sports cars that followed. Mike Spagnola of Purpose Built Motors respected that heritage while upgrading a 1600's performance to turn it into a tasteful restomod that recently appeared on Jay Leno's Garage.In addition to being special to Datsun and Nissan fans, the 1600 also has special significance for Leno because one of these roadsters was his second car purchase (after a 1934 Ford pickup truck). His car was nothing like this red roadster, though.The car started out as...[More]