Fernando Alonso Is Angry: 2026 F1 Cars Are the ‘Worst Ever’ and ‘Should Not Be Racing’
Fernando Alonso criticized the 2026 Formula 1 hybrid cars after a poor practice session in Monaco, labeling them the worst generation he has driven. He argued that the energy‑recovery system forces drivers to lift off the throttle, creating inconsistent engine braking and compromising performance. His comments highlight Aston Martin’s struggles, as the team qualified 20th, only ahead of the back‑marker Cadillac of Valtteri Bottas. The debate revives calls for the FIA to reassess the hybrid regulations that dominate modern F1.
World’s First 8.1L Big Block C8 Corvette Finally Hits the Freeway
Larry Hofer of Raylar Engineering has successfully fitted an 8.1‑liter Vortec big‑block V8 into the mid‑engine C8 Chevrolet Corvette, marking the world’s first such swap. After months of fabrication, the prototype completed a freeway test, hitting up to 90 mph while...
Rivian Software Chief Says Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Are Redundant in the World of AI
Rivian’s chief software officer, Wassym Bensaid, says the company will phase out Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in favor of AI‑powered, voice‑first infotainment. He argues that AI can deliver the same app functionality without hijacking the native interface, creating a...
Audi’s CEO Said ‘Good Idea’ and Laughed When Asked About a Third-Gen R8
Audi’s CEO Gernot Dollner hinted that a third‑generation R8 could still be in the works, laughing "good idea" when asked about it. He praised the V8 in Lamborghini’s upcoming Temerario, emphasizing its performance and redline. While Audi’s electric Concept C is...
The Audi CEO Just Told Us the V8 Isn’t Dead: Here’s Where It’s Going
Audi CEO Gernot Dollner told The Drive that the V8 engine remains a core option for the brand, especially in its full‑size three‑row SUVs such as the upcoming SQ9 and the current SQ7. He explained that smaller, performance‑focused models like...
Pierce Brosnan Got an Aston Martin for Doing ‘Die Another Day,’ but All That’s Left Are Build Plaques
Pierce Brosnan secured a hand‑built Aston Martin Vanquish as a perk for starring in *Die Another Day*. The custom car was delivered three months after filming and was later destroyed in a 2015 house fire at his Malibu residence, leaving...
New Bobby Rahal Docufilm Bares the Grit and Glory of One of America’s Greatest Racers
The new docufilm *True American Racer* spotlights the career of Bobby Rahal, tracing his journey from backyard racing to Indy 500 champion. Produced by FOX Sports, Big Machine Racing Productions, and Chassy Media, the film debuted on FS1 on May 22...
When You’re Here, You’re Family: Universal Studios Is Opening a Fast and Furious Restaurant
Universal Studios is converting its Hollywood & Dine venue at the Los Angeles park into a Fast & Furious‑themed eatery called “Fast & Furious Drift & Dine.” The restaurant will debut alongside a new Fast & Furious roller coaster, Hollywood...
Jeep Is Building a Wrangler Scrambler SRT With Removable Roof, Backward-Facing Rear Seats and Probably a V8
Jeep unveiled a special‑edition Wrangler Scrambler SRT, a two‑door pickup derived from the Gladiator platform, featuring a removable rear hardtop, “freedom panels” front roof sections, and rear seats that can swivel to face backward. The concept hints at a 6.4‑liter...
Here’s How Regulations Accidentally Killed Small Trucks in America
Regulatory measures, notably the 1960s Chicken Tax and the 2010 EPA footprint model, have unintentionally squeezed the U.S. market for compact pickup trucks. The tariff discouraged imports of small pickups, while the fuel‑economy formula rewarded larger vehicles, prompting automakers to...
Audi’s Matrix LED Headlights Are Finally Coming to America
Audi announced that its next‑generation adaptive Matrix LED headlights will finally be available in the United States on the upcoming Q9 three‑row crossover SUV, slated for release later this year. While earlier Audi models like the Q8 carried the hardware,...
How Larry Chen Helped the Forza Horizon 6 Team Make a Better Photo Mode
Forza Horizon 6 launches on May 19 with a revamped photo mode shaped by veteran automotive photographer Larry Chen. Chen connected the development team with Canon, bringing real‑world optics knowledge and actual focal‑length data into the game. He also infused missions with...
It Sure Sounds Like the Ram Rumble Bee Is Coming Back With a Supercharged V8
Ram has teased the return of the Rumble Bee nameplate, this time on a supercharged V8 street truck. The teaser, featuring UFC boss Dana White, showcases a black‑yellow paint scheme and an ear‑splitting engine that appears to be a 650‑horsepower,...
DOJ Orders Apple, Google to Hand Over OBDII App User Data in Emissions Probe
The U.S. Department of Justice subpoenaed Apple and Google for personal data on more than 100,000 users who downloaded the EZ Lynk Auto Agent OBDII app, and also demanded purchase information from Walmart and Amazon. The move follows a 2021...
Second Automaker Sounds Alarm Over Dwindling Motor Oil Stock
Nissan has issued a service bulletin effective May 1, 2026 that limits allocation of its genuine motor oil—including Mobil and Mobil 1 variants—to 55% of the previous year’s volume. The restriction follows global supply constraints on base‑stock lubricants tied to the...