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UPDATED 26/01/2026 08:00am: Now that deliveries of the new HiLux have commenced, we’ve updated this article with fuel consumption, towing capacity and payload figures that weren’t yet available when we first published it on November 12, 2025.The 2026 Toyota HiLux officially went on sale on December 9, 2025 with an expanded lineup introducing a refreshed exterior, new cabin design and now only one diesel powertrain.The expanded lineup sees the return of the top-end Rogue and Rugged X models, though a GR Sport version (or better) to take on the Ford Ranger Raptor hasn’t been confirmed just yet. The new HiLux uses…

Paul Miller Racing’s No. 1 BMW M4 GT3 EVO has claimed the GTD Pro class title at the 2025 Rolex 24 Hours at Daytona, marking the marque’s first class victory at the prestigious endurance event and its first overall triumph since 2020. The four-driver lineup of Connor De Phillippi, Dan Harper, Max Hesse, and Neil Verhagen crossed the finish line just 2.223 seconds ahead of the Mercedes-AMG GT3 EVO fielded by 75 Express, capping off a masterclass in pit strategy and composed final-hour racing.Strategy Triumphs Over PaceThe decisive moment came with less than 90 minutes remaining, when a marathon six-hour…

Italian design firm Aznom designed a concept called. The concept is over 26.0 feet long. It feautres a four-motor powertrain with over 1,000 horsepower.  In the future, VIPs, CEOs, and politicians might be chauffeured around in something called the Aznom L’Epoque. Created by the Monza-based design firm Aznom in collaboration with Camal Studio, the concept previews a (possible) production limousine with a 1930s-inspired design, powered by a hybrid V6 with a total output of more than 1,000 horsepower. The L’Epoque is a styling exercise that looks like something ripped straight out of the Art Deco era. Big, Theatrical Presence  Photo…

The Ford Ranger Super Duty ute lineup is here, with multiple body styles and a big step up in capacity and capability for the best ute in the segment.It comes at a cost, however, with some extreme price tags that might put potential buyers off – but for those who need huge towing capacity and massive payload usability, it could be worth every cent.Read on to find out more about what it’s like to live with the Ranger Super Duty Double Cab Chassis in this real-world review.How much does the Ford Ranger Super Duty cost?You could save yourself tens of…

Not long after BMW unveiled the second-generation iX3, orders started flooding in. As a refresher, the world debut at the IAA Mobility Show in Munich took place last September. A mere month later, the electric SUV was already outselling the gas-fueled X3 in Germany in terms of orders.In November, CEO Oliver Zipse said the model internally known as “NA5” was having an “exceptionally positive start.” So much so, in fact, that the order books were already thick enough to cover production well into 2026. By December, the iX3 was nearly sold out in Europe, according to BMW Italy President and…

Donkervoort debuts its new sports car, the P24 RS. The P24 RS is powered by a Ford V6, making 600 horsepower and paired to a manual. The car weighs just 1,700 pounds, which gives it 770 horsepower per ton. The Donkervoort P24 RS costs around $350,000 in the US. Donkervoort may not be the first name that leaps to mind when you think of even the most niche sports car manufacturers, but for nearly 50 years, the Dutch automaker has been quietly producing small, light, silly quick performance cars for drivers who want something different. As a rather small operation,…

Genesis is recalling nearly 84,000 of its vehicles that have an issue with the infotainment and display screen, which completely turns off while driving. Models like the Genesis G80, Electrified G80, GV70, Electrified GV70, and lastly, GV80 models have been affected by the recall. All of these vehicles are ones manufactured between 2025 and 2026. From the documents by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that are associated with the recall, the issue is due to a software logic that’s connected with the HD radio memory that leads to a glitch that may cause the infotainment screen and instrumental…

So the Duster has finally arrived in Australia, only it wears a Renault badge rather than the Dacia one seen in Europe.The rugged new small SUV is available in Australia with a 1.3-litre petrol engine combined with front-wheel drive and an automatic transmission, or a 1.2-litre mild-hybrid petrol engine matched with all-wheel drive (AWD). But to many people’s chagrin, the latter only comes with a manual gearbox.Overseas, however, there a new AWD powertrain that ditches the need for a drive shaft between the front and rear axles, and also incorporates a mild-hybrid 1.2-litre petrol engine. It combines an automatic transmission…

Article SummaryBMW Germany diesel share fell below 30% in 2025, down from 70%+ about ten years ago.Diesel volume concentrated in fleets: only the 3 Series and 5 Series hit five-figure diesel registrations in 2025.BMW still beats the overall market on diesel: Germany-wide diesel share projected at 20.3% in 2025.Europe—and Germany in particular—has long served as a diesel stronghold compared to most global markets. Even there, the direction has stayed clear for years: diesel passenger cars have moved past their peak in sales and, with it, their relevance in the market. That’s reflected in the latest sales numbers as well. In…

 F1: The Movie has been nominated for four Academy Awards. It’s competing to win Best Picture, Best Sound, Best Visual Effects, and Best Editing.   The movie made over $631 million at the box office worldwide.   F1: The Movie has been nominated for four Academy Awards—including the most prestigious prize. The film is competing for Best Picture, Best Sound, Best Visual Effects, and Best Editing.   The 2025 summer blockbuster, starring Brad Pitt, Damson Idris, and Javier Bardem, follows Soony Hayes’ (Pitt) return to Formula 1 to race for a struggling team. Tensions flare between Hayes and his teammate,…