Toyota Corolla Cross-Like Truck Prototype Spotted, Could Hint at Future Ford Maverick Rival
Toyota’s engineers have been photographed testing a prototype that blends the Corolla Cross SUV with a modest truck bed, hinting at a new compact crossover‑truck. The vehicle was seen in Brazil under light camouflage, suggesting it is in an advanced pre‑production phase. Toyota’s North America chief has floated a larger RAV4‑based truck for the U.S., so the Corolla Cross version may target South America while a bigger model heads stateside. If unveiled, the new model would directly challenge the Ford Maverick’s dominance in the segment.
Feds Seize McLaren, Bentley, 12 Other Luxury Cars in Raid Tied to Alleged $30 Million Medicaid Fraud
Federal agents in Ohio seized 14 high‑end vehicles—including a McLaren 570S and a Bentley Bentayga—worth roughly $800,000, alongside three bank accounts holding about $469,000. The assets are linked to an alleged $30 million Medicaid fraud scheme that involved falsified behavioral‑health services...
Volkswagen May Bring More Golf Variants Back to North America: Report
Volkswagen announced it will move Golf hatchback production from Germany to its Puebla, Mexico plant by 2027, opening the door for additional Golf variants in the United States. The base‑model Golf was withdrawn from U.S. showrooms after 2021, leaving only...
This Insanely Gorgeous Porsche 917-Like Hypercar Is Based On a Carrera GT
The JC9 is a one‑off hypercar crafted from a Porsche Carrera GT chassis, unveiled by designer Jason Castriota in partnership with Miller Motorcars. Built entirely of carbon‑fiber, the project incorporates original Carrera GT components such as the gauge cluster and balsa‑wood...
Canadian Cops Recover 40 Stolen Cars Worth Over $2 Million in Shipping Containers As Far Away as Ghana
Canadian police’s Project Starter seized 40 stolen vehicles, including a Lamborghini and several pickups, valued at over $3 million CAD (≈$2.17 million USD). The three‑month probe uncovered containers in Montreal, the GTA and overseas ports in the Bahamas, Spain and Ghana. A 31‑year‑old...
Haute Contour: The Mind-Bending Shapes of MB&F's Horological Machines
Maximilian Büsser & Friends (MB&F) unveiled its avant‑garde Horological Machines, ultra‑luxury watches that prioritize sculptural art over conventional time‑telling. The flagship HM11 Art Deco model features a rotating case with four distinct chambers displaying time, power reserve, temperature, and the...
GMC Hummer X SUV, Pickup Truck Concepts Offer a Glimpse At a Smaller EV Off-Roader
General Motors unveiled two mid‑size electric concepts, the Hummer X SUV and Hummer X Pick‑Up, at its new Pasadena design studio. Both models are 8‑10 inches shorter than the current Hummer EV, with a 116‑inch wheelbase for the SUV. The...
More Than 110,000 Rivian R1T, R1S Models Under Federal Probe for Rear Suspension Issue
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration launched a safety investigation on May 26 into Rivian’s flagship R1T pickup and R1S SUV, focusing on rear‑suspension toe‑link failures that can cause sudden swerving. Federal investigators cite two vehicle‑owner questionnaires reporting fractured bolts and...
The 2027 Land Rover Range Rover SV Ultra Is a $255,000 Range Rover Range Topper
Land Rover unveiled the 2027 Range Rover SV Ultra, a top‑tier luxury SUV priced at $255,250, more than twice a base model. It is powered by the BMW‑sourced 4.4‑liter twin‑turbo V8 delivering 606 hp and 553 lb‑ft of torque. The Ultra introduces...
U.S. Supply of Synthetic Oils Reportedly in Danger Through Mid-2027 Due to Middle East Conflict
A new Automotive News report warns that the ongoing war with Iran will cripple U.S. access to Group III base oil, the key feedstock for synthetic motor oil, through mid‑2027. The conflict has halted shipments from Qatar, the UAE and Bahrain,...
Toyota Recalls Almost 44,000 More Tundras for Potential Engine Failure
Toyota announced a recall of 43,566 2024 non‑hybrid Tundra pickups equipped with its 3.4‑liter twin‑turbo V‑6. The recall targets trucks built in a specific production window after machining debris was found to remain in the engine, potentially compromising the main...
Toyota's U.K. GR Corolla Production Plan Could Increase Tariffs on All British-Made Cars in the U.S.
Toyota is relocating production of its performance‑oriented GR Corolla from Japan to its Burnaston plant in the United Kingdom, adding up to 10,000 units a year. The move trims the model’s import tariff from 15% to 10% under the current...
Nissan Australia Is Building a Classic GT-R Restoration Shop
Nissan Australia announced a dedicated GT‑R restoration shop at a Ferntree Gully dealership, directly connecting Australian owners with Japan’s Omori performance factory. The facility will provide full restorations and access to factory‑backed parts for R32‑R34 Skyline GT‑Rs, models that famously...
Jeep Recon to Add Gas Model to Lineup Alongside EV As Part of Stellantis Shakeup: Report
Stellantis announced at its Investor Day that the upcoming Jeep Recon will be offered with both an electric drivetrain and a traditional gasoline engine for North American buyers. The combustion option is expected to use the 2.0‑liter Hurricane four‑cylinder, delivering...
The 2027 Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe Is an All-Electric Revolution
Mercedes‑AMG unveiled the 2027 GT 4‑Door Coupe as its first all‑electric grand tourer, offering GT63 and GT55 trims. The GT63 packs a 106 kWh pack and three Yasa axial‑flux motors delivering 1,153 hp, 0‑60 mph in 2.0 seconds, and a top speed of 186 mph. A...