Trucks don’t follow the typical 6–7-year life cycle of cars and SUVs, as they tend to stick around longer. However, even by pickup standards, you could argue that the Hilux has overstayed its welcome. It’s been through several facelifts, but the fact remains that it’s largely the same vehicle launched a decade ago. Thankfully, Toyota … Read more
In the first half of this decade, there was a race to set a cutoff date for the ol’ combustion engine. Volvo claimed an early lead, announcing in early 2021 that it would go fully electric by the end of the decade. But like many other automakers, it has since backtracked on that ambitious EV … Read more
Ferrari has been making headlines in recent days after Maranello revealed preliminary technical specifications for “Elettrica,” its first foray into the EV segment. But that doesn’t mean the Prancing Horse is signaling the gradual demise of the combustion engine. Quite the opposite: it’s doubling down on ICE. In 2022, Ferrari projected that only 20 percent … Read more
Ferrari is readying its first electric vehicle. The so-called Electtrica is scheduled to arrive late next year, signifying a new era for the iconic automaker, but it’ll be one of more than a dozen cars Ferrari plans to launch between 2026 and 2030. Those models will have to get their power from somewhere, which is why … Read more
For the past 31 years, Wards Auto has compiled an annual list of the 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems, recognizing the most innovative and high-performing powertrains on the market. Over the years, the list has featured everything from turbocharged four-cylinders and powerful V-8s to hybrids and fully electric systems. This year, with the surge … Read more
Mercedes has faced harsh criticism for demoting the AMG C63 to a four-cylinder, but deep down, it (probably) knows there’s no replacement for displacement. While archrivals BMW and Audi have long abandoned V-12 engines, and Bentley has retired the W-12, the ultra-rich can still buy an S-Class with a dozen cylinders. However, the 6.0-liter twin-turbo … Read more
Bentley was among the first automakers to enthusiastically announce plans to hop on the electric bandwagon. Five years ago, Crewe pledged to abolish combustion-engine cars by the end of the decade. Reality struck in 2024, when former CEO Adrian Hallmark revealed the company would continue selling plug-in hybrids beyond 2030. At that point, the EV-only … Read more
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
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has opened an investigation into 1.4 million Honda and Acura vehicles. The agency’s Office of Defects Investigation has received hundreds of reports of connecting rod bearing failures in the 3.5-liter V-6 engine, and this latest inquiry might uncover a new manufacturing defect. The affected cars include the 2018-2020 … Read more
In a strange twist, we might soon see BMW engines powering Mercedes-Benz cars. According to a rumor first reported by German publication Manager Magazin, the tri-star brand is in talks with BMW to purchase four-cylinder motors for its lineup starting in 2027. The engine—likely to be a derivative of the turbocharged 2.0-liter B48 used in … Read more