Rivian Rolls Out a Digital Key: Unlock and Start Your Vehicle With a Galaxy Smartphone or iPhone
U.S. EV maker Rivian has announced a major software update for its vehicles.
Toyota Officially Announces the Revival of the Scion Brand, Discontinued in 2016
Scion gets a second life as Toyota brings back the once-iconic nameplate.
An Unexpected Ride: Woman Gives Birth in a Driverless Taxi in San Francisco
The robotaxi safely completed the trip to the hospital on its own.
Brussels Braces for Impact: Stellantis Readies a 62-Car Showcase
Stellantis will bring 62 vehicles from 11 brands to the Brussels Motor Show.
Ford Rethinks Its EV Strategy, Shifts Focus to Hybrids
Following other automakers, Ford has acknowledged that an all-in push toward full electrification was a misstep.
Study Finds Tailpipe Emissions Are No Longer Cars’ Biggest Pollution Source
Stricter engineering standards have made engines much cleaner, but other factors still have a major environmental impact.
Jeep Wrangler Whitecap: Retro Design Reimagined for Today
The special Jeep Wrangler Whitecap—part two of the series celebrating the brand’s 85th anniversary—features subtle retro touches and a “white roof” inspired by classic CJ-Universal models.
LiDAR Market Darling Luminar Goes Under: Supplier to Mercedes-Benz and Tesla Files for Bankruptcy
The company has sought bankruptcy protection and plans to sell off its assets.
Mercedes-Benz Loses Its Design Chief: Gorden Wagener to Step Down After 28 Years
The architect of Mercedes-Benz’s modern design language will leave the company in early 2026
Global Automotive Semiconductor Market Nears $100 Billion by 2029 as Logic Chips Take the Lead
Analysts expect strong growth in the global automotive chip market over the next several years.
Audi GT50 Concept Celebrates 50 Years of the Legendary Five-Cylinder Engine
Audi has unveiled the one-off GT50 Concept, a retro-inspired racing study based on the RS3 and powered by the brand’s iconic five-cylinder engine.
Enough Is Enough: Four Cars Owners Sell Almost Immediately After Buying
We all expect a new car to live up to the hype, but for some buyers, reality sets in fast.
E-Transit Misses the Future: Ford Runs the Numbers and Walks Away from the Electric Van
Ford has decided not to move forward with a next-generation version of the all-electric E-Transit.
Hyundai Moves Into Chevy Territory as Its New Pickup Adopts a Signature Silverado Feature
Hyundai’s upcoming U.S.-market pickup will feature a transformable midgate between the cab and the bed.
Ten Unusual Wheel Designs That Completely Transform a Car’s Look
Wheels are one of the most important parts of a car—and not just because the vehicle can’t move without them.