Karma Automotive, the company that emerged after the downfall of Fisker Automotive, will make an appearance at the 2024 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance to introduce a duo of new models. At least one is an electric vehicle (EV), and both will be positioned as high-end luxury models when they hit the market later in the
The 2025 Hyundai Tucson made its debut at this year’s New York Auto Show with a refresh for Hyundai’s popular two-row crossover. The changes to the exterior and powertrain were the highlights of the update. The new design features a refreshed grille, updated bumpers, and new daytime running lights with larger lighting units. Additionally, reworked
I relocated to Midcoast Maine in 2010, and in the time since, I have grown accustomed to various local attractions. During the summer, you can find roadside blueberry stands, endless lobster boats, and disgruntled drivers from Connecticut – all part of the everyday life here. While there may not be much to see in the
The Pebble Beach Concours procession of meticulously curated custom automobiles has begun. The first entrant is a unique 2025 BMW M5 featuring a paint color that is exclusive to this one-of-a-kind vehicle. Named the 2025 BMW M5 Pebble Beach Concours d”Elegance #1/1, this custom car is specifically designed for the prestigious event and boasts a
Elon Musk has announced that he will unveil Tesla’s custom-built “robotaxi” prototype at an event on October 10, after changing plans to reveal it on August 8. Musk also mentioned that Tesla will showcase “a few other innovations” at the event. During Tesla’s second-quarter earnings call, Musk confirmed the delay in unveiling the robotaxi, citing
The winner of the Pebble Beach auction for the unique U.S.-spec BMW M5 in Frozen Orange may consider visiting the M Performance shop to enhance their prize. BMW has introduced a collection of parts made from carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) with a clearcoat finish, Nappa leather, and titanium that are sure to catch the
When the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) initially conducted crash tests on the 2024 Kia EV9, the three-row electric SUV performed exceptionally well in almost all assessments except for its headlight performance. The headlights, although effective in illuminating the road, caused excessive glare, resulting in a “Poor” rating from the IIHS and disqualifying the
STUTTGART, Germany – There is a clear hierarchy on the Autobahn, with the 2025 Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance sitting at the top as the apex predator. With its impressive 805 horsepower and 1,047 pound-feet of torque, this car asserts its dominance effortlessly. Despite being in Comfort mode, a slight press of the pedal
General Motors Co. will once again delay the opening of an electric pickup truck plant in suburban Detroit and has postponed a Buick plug-in due to uncertain growth in battery-powered car sales. During an earnings conference call with analysts, Mary Barra, the company’s CEO, announced that the opening of the Orion Assembly factory, which will
Even the most carefully crafted strategies, particularly in the realm of automakers preparing for the electric vehicle revolution, can sometimes go awry. At Audi, the high-end arm of the Volkswagen group, there was once a strong focus on electric vehicles, with gasoline engines and diesels taking a back seat in discussions about the future of
