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Stellantis calls its vast portfolio a “constellation of 14 iconic automotive brands,” but managing all of them isn’t easy. In Europe, that constellation includes Alfa Romeo, Fiat, Maserati, Abarth, Lancia, Citroën, Peugeot, DS Automobiles, Opel, and Vauxhall. On the American side, there’s Jeep, Dodge, Chrysler, and Ram. Some are severely underperforming, and there’s constant gossip about trimming the lineup in one way or another. Former Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares kept all 14 brands during his four-year tenure at the helm of the conglomerate. However, his successor is allegedly analyzing each and every one to determine whether it has a future…

No, this isn’t an all-new Kia Stonic, it’s just had a very, very substantial nip and tuck.Yes, Kia’s smallest SUV in Australia has received a second facelift. This one much more substantial than the last, and it’s arriving in Australia now with mild-hybrid assistance and more technology than ever.Prices are up, but the starting price remains under the budget-friendly $30,000 barrier, and the city crossover’s new Euro-centric drivetrain promises better performance and efficiency than the old one.The light and small SUV segments continue to get more competitive. Chinese challengers like the Chery Tiggo 4 and MG ZS continue to gain…

Long before a new BMW reaches its official debut, the vehicle must complete thousands of miles of real-world testing. These proving runs take place on roads across the globe, exposing prototypes to diverse climates, surfaces, and driving conditions. Yet even in this essential phase, one thing remains non-negotiable: the exterior design must stay under wraps. Protecting that design is not merely a matter of secrecy; it is part of BMW’s competitive edge. That is where the highly specialized craft of camouflage comes into play. In an Instagram post, Adrian van Hooydonk gives us a much more intimate understanding of how…

When the Honda Prelude began arriving at dealerships late last month, social media feeds were flooded with window stickers showing wild markups. One early post allegedly captured a dealer attempting to sell the hybrid coupe for $61,714, an obscene amount of money for a car like the Prelude, which starts at $43,195 with destination.   Honda’s new coupe shouldn’t cost that much, and if you look online, plenty of dealers are selling the Prelude at MSRP—which is great news. Some shady dealers, on the other hand, are trying to make a quick buck with ridiculous add-ons—like the Reddit post of a Facebook…

Speaking to the folks at Toyota, I’m assured this isn’t arrogance.By now, you’ve no doubt read that the 2026 Toyota HiLux is essentially a major update of the outgoing version, rather than being an all-new vehicle.And it’s easy to assume that a certain level of arrogance could be at the root of the latest HiLux – the result of a decision to heavily facelift the previous model, adding a refreshed interior and suspension changes to the now decade-old ute.After all, it was the best-selling vehicle in Australia for years, before the Ford Ranger relegated it to the second step. And…

BMW’s slow but inevitable transition toward the North American Charging Standard (NACS) is picking up speed in the United States. We already learned the 2026 BMW i5 M60 would be BMW’s first U.S. model to ship with a native NACS port, but some sources state that the Life Cycle Impulse versions of the BMW i7 and BMW i5 will also adopt the port when they arrive in America. For owners, this isn’t just a cosmetic hardware change. It fundamentally alters where the cars can charge and how usable they become on long trips.The short version is simple enough: NACS means…

Imagine this: you’re driving down the highway, minding your own business, when suddenly a plane drops out of the sky and lands on your car. That’s exactly what happened to one driver yesterday evening in Cocoa, Florida. According to WESH 2, a small multi-engine airplane attempted an emergency landing on I-95 in Brevard County around 5:45 PM. The pilot reported engine trouble shortly after takeoff during an instructional flight from Merritt Island, according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The pilot attempted to bring the plane down safely on the highway, but couldn’t avoid a Toyota Camry traveling southbound near…

The first of five men accused of being part of a crime ring behind the theft of more than 60 Toyota LandCruisers – valued at more than $8 million – has been denied bail in Brisbane Arrest Court and now faces up to 14 years in jail.Sher Hussain Mahasely, a 29-year-old Uber driver and business owner, was arrested by Queensland Police Service officers on the afternoon of December 9, 2025.He appeared before a magistrate this morning with an application for bail which, after a roughly 30-minute proceeding, was denied.The QPS alleged Mr Mahasely is part of a five-man crime syndicate…

BMW electric vehicles can now charge at Tesla Superchargers in the United States. The update, effective December 10, adds more than 2,000 Tesla stations and 25,000+ Superchargers to the BMW Charging Network—an immediate boost in fast-charging availability for current BMW EV owners.This change is part of BMW’s ongoing move toward broader charging compatibility as the industry shifts to the North American Charging Standard (NACS).What This Means for BMW DriversWith the addition of Superchargers, BMW now gives customers access to a combined 180,000 public charging points across North America. That figure includes networks from partners such as IONNA, Electrify America, ChargePoint,…

Already Porsche’s best performance car, the 911 GT3 is about to get even better thanks to two new custom-made Pirelli tires. The Italian tire maker—already responsible for equipping the entire 911 lineup with its P Zero range—has developed two versions specifically for Porsche’s most hardcore model: the P Zero R and the P Zero Trofeo RS. The 911 GT3 RS already comes standard with Pirelli’s Trofeo RS tires, a benchmark for track-day enthusiasts. But the new P Zero R is aimed at GT3 owners who plan on using their cars on the road as well. Its bespoke compound provides strong…