Stolen Lamborghini Urus Leads Police on High-Speed Chase Through New Jersey, Tracked Down Via Apple AirTag
A 2021 Lamborghini Urus was stolen from New Jersey customization shop Moe Modz early Monday. The 21‑year‑old thief, Munir Muhammad, fled, prompting a high‑speed chase across multiple towns that ended in Hillside after police tracked the vehicle with an Apple AirTag hidden inside. The pursuit caused roughly $15,000 in property damage before Muhammad was apprehended, while a second suspect remains at large. The incident highlights shop security gaps and the growing role of consumer tracking devices in law enforcement.
How Mercedes F1 Boss Toto Wolff Plans to Keep Russell and Antonelli's Battle in Check
Mercedes entered the 2026 Formula 1 season with a strong start, as George Russell captured the Australian Grand Prix while rookie Kimi Antonelli secured wins in China and Japan, propelling the 19‑year‑old to the championship lead. A month‑long spring break gave...
Luxury Auto Theft Ring Busted for Stealing 33 High-End Cars Worth $2 Million, Police Say
Police in Orange County, Florida, busted a five‑person ring that stole 33 high‑end vehicles worth roughly $2 million. The thieves targeted gated communities, simply opening unlocked doors and driving away with Lamborghinis, Ferraris, Rolls‑Royces and other exotic models. After each theft...
Ferrari Opens 2026 WEC Season with Imola Hyperpole, Toyota Misses by 0.011 Seconds
Ferrari’s No. 51 hypercar, driven by Antonio Giovinazzi, secured pole for the 2026 WEC season opener at Imola by a razor‑thin 0.011 seconds over Toyota’s TR010. Giovinazzi achieved the time on five‑lap old tires, matching his championship‑winning lap from last year....
Acura Is Reportedly Considering Dropping Its IMSA GTP Program
Acura’s factory-backed IMSA GTP effort, launched in 2023 with the ARX‑06 hybrid, has secured marquee wins including the 24 Hours of Daytona. Recent reports from Sportscar365 and Racer suggest the brand may discontinue its direct partnership with Meyer Shank Racing after the...
Best Bluetooth FM Transmitters for Cars, Tested
Road & Track tested a range of Bluetooth FM transmitters to identify the best options for adding wireless audio to legacy cars. The Wyyhaa BC17 emerged as the top pick, offering Bluetooth 5.0, dual USB ports, a remote, and solid sound quality. Close runners...
Audi Reportedly Mulling a Plan to Turn the RS3 Hybrid to Keep the 5-Cylinder Alive
Audi is exploring a hybrid version of the RS3 to meet Europe’s stringent Euro 7 emissions rules, which could keep the model’s iconic 2.5‑liter five‑cylinder alive on the continent. The company had previously announced a sales halt for the RS3 in...
Manthey Kit-Equipped Porsche 911 GT3 RS Laps the Nurburgring in 6:45.389
Porsche’s Manthey‑equipped 992 911 GT3 RS set a new Nürburgring Nordschleife record of 6:45.389, shaving nearly four seconds off the standard 2022 time. The lap moves the naturally‑aspirated 520‑hp GT3 RS to fourth place on the all‑time production‑car leaderboard, still trailing...
Ford Mustang GTD Competition Model Comes in Hot With a 6:40.8 Nürburgring Lap
Ford’s Mustang GTD Competition shattered the Nürburgring Nordschleife record for American production cars, posting a 6:40.835 lap—11 seconds faster than its predecessor and the Corvette ZR1X. The new variant builds on the 815‑hp GTD with higher output, aggressive aero, magnesium...
Minnesota's Classic Car Weekend Driving Bill Stalls Out in State Legislature
Minnesota lawmakers introduced a bill to extend weekend‑driving privileges for vehicles bearing collector plates, but critics argued it would also codify tighter mid‑week limits. The proposal generated push‑back from classic‑car enthusiasts who feared new restrictions on when they could operate...
This Tolman-Built Integra Type R Proves Restorations Haven't Lost Out to Restomods Yet
Tolman Engineering restored a rust‑affected 1998 Honda Integra Type R, hand‑fabricating steel panels, wings, and floor sections while preserving the original B18C 1.8‑liter engine. The project demanded roughly 180 man‑hours for panel work and included modern upgrades such as Nitron dampers...
Mini Turned 2 Countrymans Into Rolling Boomboxes to Celebrate 'Sound Culture'
Mini partnered with Austrian design studio Vagabund to create two one‑off Countryman models that function as mobile sound systems. The cars replace rear quarter windows with external speakers, add rugged fender flares, custom bumpers and a stainless‑steel mesh roof rack,...
Nissan CEO Says Xterra Is Coming Back Thanks to Weaker Fuel Economy Regulations
Nissan announced the revival of the Xterra, a body‑on‑frame SUV, after recent loosening of U.S. fuel‑economy (CAFE) regulations. CEO Ivan Espinosa said the regulatory shift removed the need to sell an additional 200,000 electric vehicles to stay compliant, opening the...
The New Jensen Interceptor GTX Sports V-8 Power and Aluminum Construction
Jensen International, the revived arm of the historic Jensen Motors, announced the Interceptor GTX, a new grand‑touring sports car powered by a bespoke V‑8 engine and built on a clean‑sheet aluminum chassis. The model emphasizes a fully analog driving experience,...
BMW Is Reportedly Ending U.S. Sales of Its Electric iX SUV
BMW announced it will stop allocating the iX electric SUV to U.S. dealers for the 2027 model year, making the current inventory the final U.S. supply. The decision follows a 18.2% year‑over‑year sales decline in 2025, with only 12,587 units...
Nebraska Car Show Officially Bans All Nissan and Infiniti VQ Models
Supercar Saturday, Omaha’s long‑running free car show, announced a blanket ban on all Nissan and Infiniti VQ‑platform vehicles for the 2026 season. The decision follows multiple safety incidents, including a viral 350Z crash by a teenage driver that damaged a...
The 2027 Porsche 911 GT3 S/C Is the Droptop 9000-RPM Screamer We Deserve
Porsche unveiled the 2027 911 GT3 S/C, the brand’s first series‑production GT3 convertible. The Sport Cabriolet retains the 4.0‑liter naturally aspirated boxer‑six that makes 502 hp and pairs it with a short‑ratio six‑speed manual, propelling the car from 0‑60 mph in 3.7 seconds...
Mecum's $445 Million Kissimmee Auction Is a Car-Buying Frenzy
Mecum’s 13‑day Kissimmee auction shattered records, moving 4,000 vehicles and generating $445 million in sales – the highest total ever for a single car‑auction event. About 75% of the lots sold, highlighted by a $35 million bid for a 1962 Ferrari GTO...
The Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk Will Return
Jeep confirmed that the Grand Cherokee Trailhawk trim will return later this year after being shelved when the brand discontinued its 4xe plug‑in hybrids. The revived model is expected to carry the Quadra‑Drive II 4×4 system, air‑suspension with 10.8 inches...
Lexus May Be Gearing Up to Offer a GX 550 Hybrid
Lexus appears ready to launch a GX 550h hybrid, as a March 16 USPTO filing reveals the new model name. The current GX 550 rides a twin‑turbo 3.4‑liter V‑6 delivering 349 hp and 479 lb‑ft, a powertrain already offered in hybrid form on the Sequoia,...
General Motors Reportedly Considering a Resurrection for the GMC Jimmy
General Motors is reportedly reviving the GMC Jimmy as a midsize, body‑on‑frame SUV, potentially slotting it between the Acadia and Terrain. Sources suggest the new Jimmy could be built on the Colorado/Canyon platform and might feature a refreshed small‑block V8,...
Porsche 911 Sales Surge, Rest of the Automaker's Lineup Stumbles in Q1 2026
Porsche reported a 15% global sales decline in Q1 2026, but the 911 model surged, with U.S. deliveries up 83% to 3,826 units. Sales of other models fell sharply: 718 deliveries dropped to 206 units, Macan sales fell 18.8% in...
Honda Prelude Vs. VW Golf GTI: Which Is the Accessible Performance Champion?
Road & Track’s 2026 test pits the revived Honda Prelude against the Volkswagen Golf GTI Autobahn, two front‑wheel‑drive coupes priced around $44,000. The Prelude uses a 200‑hp hybrid powertrain and a chassis derived from the Civic Type R, delivering razor‑sharp handling...
Building a Dakar-Inspired Toyota GT86 PreRunner Is Easier Than You Think
Alaskan hobbyist Jeremiah Stewart is converting a 2018 Toyota GT86 into a trophy‑truck‑style PreRunner, borrowing design cues from Dakar rally trucks. Using free suspension‑simulation software and laser‑cut control‑arm kits, he has engineered a chassis with 16 inches of rear travel, 13.5 inches...
Best CarPlay Screens, Tested
The review tests three leading portable wireless CarPlay screens—W903, Ottoscreen AI, and Intellidash Pro X10—highlighting each unit’s installation, display quality, and extra features. The W903 stands out with an integrated dash cam and a sturdy suction‑cup mount, while the Ottoscreen...
The Best Car GPS Trackers, Tested
The article reviews five leading car GPS trackers, detailing each device’s installation method, subscription price, and feature set. Bouncie leads on value with OBD‑II plug‑in real‑time data at $9.65 / month, while Tracki offers a tiny, battery‑powered unit for $19.95 / month but requires...
Kia's Upcoming Electric Pickup for the U.S. Will Also Be Available in EREV Form
Kia announced that its first U.S. pickup will arrive in 2030, offered in both a pure battery electric version and an extended‑range EV (EREV) that uses an onboard gasoline generator. The EREV option would be the first of its kind...
Live Out Your Toyota AE86 Dreams With This TOM's Heritage Restomod
TOM’s Heritage, the new division of TOM’s Racing, unveiled a restomod of the iconic fifth‑generation Toyota AE86. The car receives a bored‑out 1,626 cc 4A‑G engine producing 188 hp, and a re‑engineered underfloor that adds ground‑effect downforce without external wings. Upgrades include...
Man Rents Ferrari 812 Superfast for Months Before Police Seize It as Stolen Property
A man rented a Ferrari 812 Superfast in Biarritz for about $2,300 a month, only to have the vehicle seized after the rental agency stopped paying the car’s owner. The owner reported the car stolen, leading French police to impound...
Reported EPA Leak Claims the Rivian R2 Will Hit 335 Miles on One Charge
Rivian’s upcoming R2 SUV may have eclipsed its own EPA range target, with a leaked EPA report showing a 335‑mile range on 21‑inch wheels, slightly above the 330‑mile figure announced in March. The filing also lists an 86.8 kWh battery, a...
Ford, Toyota, and Stellantis Lead List of Top 10 Car Brands in Terms of Recent Vehicle Recalls
Ford dominates recent vehicle recalls, with 19,561,427 units affected between April 2025 and March 2026—far outpacing rivals. Toyota follows with just over 4 million recalled units, while Stellantis ranks third at 3.4 million. The remaining top‑ten brands each report between 0.8 and 1.9 million recalls,...
VW Is Mulling a New Flagship SUV for a More Affluent Crowd
Volkswagen is exploring a new flagship electric SUV to fill the gap left by the Touareg after its 24‑year run. Board member Martin Sander said the model would target affluent customers who want premium engineering without the Audi or Porsche...
A Mercedes-AMG CLE63 With a V-8 Is Coming 'Sooner Than You Think,' U.S. CEO Says
Mercedes‑Benz USA chief Adam Chamberlain announced that a new AMG‑badged CLE63 equipped with a flat‑plane 4.0‑liter twin‑turbo V‑8 will arrive in the United States sooner than expected, with a target launch around 2027. The powerplant, already used in refreshed S‑Class,...
Police Seize Lamborghini Huracán Performante Spyder on Couple's Wedding Day for Lack of Insurance
Police in Sparkbrook seized a Lamborghini Huracán Performante Spyder on a couple’s wedding day after discovering the vehicle lacked insurance and a front license plate. The driver received a citation for the missing plate, and the $325,000 supercar was towed...
Pearley: Can the Porsche 911 GT3 Touring Actually Tour?
John Pearley Huffman takes a loaned 2025 Porsche 911 GT3 Touring on a 620‑mile California coast road trip, highlighting its 502‑horsepower naturally aspirated flat‑six, six‑speed manual gearbox, and stripped‑down Touring package that omits the large rear wing. The car excels...
A Jumping Digital Time Display Is Quite the Watch Flex
Swiss luxury watchmaker A. Lange & Söhne released the second‑generation Zeitwerk, a mechanical wristwatch that mimics a digital display by jumping hour and minute discs each second. The piece draws its aesthetic from Johann Christian Friedrich Gutkaes’s 19th‑century Dresden opera‑house clock, a design that...
Lewis Hamilton Brought Kim Kardashian to a Japanese Car Meet in a Ferrari F40
Lewis Hamilton posted an Instagram video of him driving a Ferrari F40 at Tokyo’s Daikoku Parking Area, a famed car‑meet spot. The reel ends with a surprise appearance by Kim Kardashian as his passenger, merging motorsport flair with celebrity culture....
Ferrari Had to Ask NASA How Quick Is Too Quick for the Upcoming Luce EV
Ferrari’s upcoming Luce electric sedan has prompted the marque to consult NASA and medical experts to pinpoint the acceleration threshold that remains comfortable for occupants. The Luce is slated to sprint from 0‑62 mph in 2.5 seconds, a figure that sits just...
Aston Martin Had to Limit the Valhalla's Speed in Reverse Because It Could Do 87 MPH: Report
Aston Martin’s hyper‑car Valhalla can accelerate to 87 mph in both forward and reverse thanks to its three‑motor electric drivetrain. During development engineers discovered the reverse speed was dangerously high, so they electronically capped it at roughly 18 mph for production models....
Porsche Teases Mysterious, 'Particularly Fun' New 911 Variant for April 14 Debut
Porsche is set to unveil an unnamed 911 variant on April 14, teasing a model that promises "pure driving pleasure" and a particularly fun experience. The teaser shows subtle front‑end vents and no large rear wing, hinting at a performance‑focused...
C8 Corvette Hit With Stop-Sale Order Over Brake Light Module Issue
General Motors has issued a stop‑sale order for select 2025 and 2026 model‑year C8 Corvettes after discovering a rear brake‑light module that does not alert drivers when the lamp fails, breaching FMVSS 108 Section S9.3.6. The issue affects roughly 2,886 2025 units...
New Nissan Xterra Will Have V-6 and Hybrid Options, No Manual, And Imposing Looks
At the 2026 New York Auto Show Nissan unveiled the next‑generation Xterra, confirming it will launch with a 3.8‑liter naturally aspirated V‑6 borrowed from the Frontier and an automatic transmission. A hybrid variant built on the same V‑6 is also...
Ayrton Senna’s Very First Formula 1 Car Could Soon Be Yours
Ayrton Senna’s debut Formula 1 machine, the Toleman TG183B chassis #05, is slated for sale at RM Sotheby’s Monaco auction. The 1983‑built car, equipped with a Hart 1.5‑liter turbo that can produce roughly 800 hp in qualifying trim, has been restored with a rebuilt gearbox...
Better Than Rocket League: Now You Can Play Giant-Sized Soccer With Rally Cars in Las Vegas
Vegas Rocket Rally introduces a real‑life, giant‑sized car soccer experience in Las Vegas, where teams of two drive modified Honda Civics to kick a six‑foot ball across a dirt arena. Matches consist of two 15‑minute halves, totaling a 30‑minute showdown. The...
Cadillac Fans, It's Time to Hurry: You Reportedly Have Until April 20 to Order a CT4-V Blackwing
Cadillac’s CT4‑V Blackwing, the brand’s most potent compact sedan, must be ordered by the third week of April 2024 as the entire CT4 lineup’s order books close. The Blackwing packs a twin‑turbo 3.6‑liter V‑6 delivering 472 hp and 445 lb‑ft, with an...
The 2027 Subaru Getaway Is an Electric SUV That Brings What People Want: 3 Rows of Seats, 300+ Miles of...
Subaru unveiled the 2027 Getaway, its first electric three‑row SUV, positioned as a direct rival to the Toyota Highlander. The flagship model packs a 420 hp dual‑motor all‑wheel‑drive system, 0‑60 mph in under five seconds, and a 3,500‑lb towing capacity. A...
The 2027 Forester Wilderness Hybrid Mixes Subaru's Best Ideas
Subaru is launching the 2027 Forester Wilderness Hybrid, merging the rugged Wilderness trim with its existing hybrid powertrain. The model produces 194 hp, about 14 hp more than the standard Wilderness, and promises up to a 25 percent fuel‑economy gain, likely exceeding 30 mpg...
Porsche Clears the Catch Fence in Insane Carrera Cup Crash Ahead of Japanese Grand Prix
The opening round of the Porsche Carrera Cup Japan was halted after Masa Taga’s No. 84 Porsche collided with a rival at Suzuka’s 200R corner and barrel‑rolled over the catch fence. The dramatic crash forced a red flag, and emergency crews...
Ferrari Resumes Shipments to the Middle East Amid Ongoing Iran War
Ferrari announced that shipments of its supercars to the Middle East have resumed after a brief pause caused by the escalating conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran. The automaker resolved temporary logistical challenges by re‑routing sea freight and...
Mercedes-Benz Dealer Employee Arrested After Allegedly Driving a Customer’s C-Class to a Bar
A Mercedes‑Benz service technician in Collierville, Tennessee, allegedly drove a customer’s C300 to a bar after the vehicle was left for repairs, triggering GPS alerts that alerted the owner. Police found the employee, Derrick Nguyen, intoxicated in the car and...