2026 Ford F-150 Lightning STX Debuts with Rugged Upgrades

2026 Ford F-150 Lightning STX Debuts with Rugged Upgrades

Ford is expanding the F-150 Lightning lineup with the debut of the new 2026 F-150 Lightning STX, a trim that blends rugged design with more driving range—two things customers have been asking for since the truck’s launch. The STX replaces the previous XLT trim and comes standard with dual motors and an extended-range battery, delivering … Read more

Ram’s Electric Truck Is Dead

Ram's Electric Truck Is Dead

Ram unveiled its competitor to the Chevrolet Silverado EV and Ford F-150 Lightning—the Ram 1500 REV—at the 2023 New York Auto Show. Originally slated to launch last year as the company’s first fully electric truck, Ram has now officially canceled the project. In a statement released earlier today, Ram announced it will “discontinue development” of … Read more

‘There Is No Truth to This:’ Mercedes Won’t Use BMW Engines After All

'There Is No Truth to This:' Mercedes Won't Use BMW Engines After All

After speculation surrounding the potential of a historic engine supply agreement between Mercedes-Benz and BMW, an official denial has been issued. Markus Schaefer, Chief Technology Officer and member of the Board of Management at Mercedes-Benz Group, stated that the company has no intention of using external engines—especially not from a direct competitor like BMW. The … Read more

Volkswagen Boss Criticizes Pop-Out Door Handles: ‘Terrible to Operate’

Volkswagen Boss Criticizes Pop-Out Door Handles: 'Terrible to Operate'

Volkswagen has taken a lot of flak in recent years for changing things that should’ve been left alone. Examples include cramming most functions into a supersized screen or turning the climate and audio volume controls into touch sliders, which initially weren’t even illuminated. Wolfsburg has heard the criticism and promises a return to form by … Read more

2025 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro Review: Rugged Evolution of a Legend

2025 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro Review: Rugged Evolution of a Legend

After more than 15 years without a full redesign, the Toyota 4Runner finally enters a new era with the 2025 4Runner TRD Pro. Toyota has managed to modernize its beloved SUV without sacrificing the rugged character that has made it a staple for outdoor enthusiasts and off-road adventurers. Built on the TNGA-F platform shared with … Read more

The Mercedes-AMG E53 Is the Cheapest Performance Wagon In America

The Mercedes-AMG E53 Is the Cheapest Performance Wagon In America

Performance wagons are having something of a moment, and Mercedes, which sold fast wagons in the States years before Audi and BMW, is getting back in the game with its plug-in hybrid E53 Wagon. Today, Mercedes confirmed pricing for the E53 Wagon, which will start at $94,500 when it arrives at dealers in the fall.  Astoundingly, this … Read more