Jay Leno had his Chrysler Turbine Car’s engine rebuilt
In the 1960s, Chrysler built a handful of cars powered by aircraft-style turbine engines. And where does one take a turbine when it’s in need of a rebuild? To the…
Rivian patents heated headlight lenses
Modern LED headlights have a problem: They’re bright, compact, and energy-efficient, but they don’t generate as much heat as HID or halogen lights. That means they’re more likely to accumulate…
I see a very strong recovery
Ponz Pandikuthira, chief planning officer of Nissan Americas, sees strong momentum as it refreshes its portfolio Nissan has redesigned profitable QX80 and Armada, sees good demand for entry Kicks “There’s…
Nissan Xterra might return to tackle Toyota 4Runner
Trademarks for the Nissan Xtrerra name are being renewed, hinting at a possible return of the rugged SUV. Nissan filed trademark renewal applications for “Xterra” and “Nissan Xterra” in the…
Genesis testing 48-volt metal-coated heated windshield tech
Heated windshields are a fairly common feature, but Genesis is testing new hardware it claims can defrost windshields faster while using less energy. Instead of the embedded wires used in…
2025 Lexus LX revealed with new LX 700h hybrid flagship for $115,350
Lexus reveals updated LX with new hybrid powertrain for $115,350 Chassis reinforcements to support hybrid powertrain promise to improve steering and stability Updated Lexus LX also gains rugged Overtrail grade…
2026 Tesla Model Y Juniper refresh spied
The Tesla Model Y is about to receive its first solid refresh. It was recently spied undergoing testing on public roads, and those photos show the updated Model Y should…
Cars that didn’t make the cut
The list of contenders for Motor Authority Best Car To Buy 2025 started at nearly 30 vehicles, ranging from pickup trucks and SUVs to luxury cars and EVs. It was…
Bugatti Tourbillon chassis deep dive
The Bugatti Tourbillon marks a new era for the supercar builder not only by using a plug-in hybrid powertrain, but with the debut of a new platform replacing the one…
One of these 6 cars will be named Motor Authority Best Car To Buy 2025
This year’s finalists for Motor Authority Best Car To Buy 2025 proves the electric age is upon us: only one finalist has a tailpipe. Starting with nearly 25 new or…