Chevrolet May Ditch One Of Its Most Hated Transmissions: Report
Chevrolet will replace the Equinox’s CVT with an eight-speed automatic for 2027. Chevy will make a few other tweaks to the crossover, like a new exterior color. The crossover appears…
Will Chevy Make A Manual C8 Corvette?
Corvette’s executive chief engineer said there are no plans for a manual transmission in the C8. Buyers began preferring automatics near the end of the C7 Corvette generation. ‘The market…
The Subaru WRX Is Dying In Japan, But There’s Good News For America
Subaru will stop taking WRX orders in Japan on May 18. A statement on Subaru’s consumer site says WRX production is ending. A Subaru spokesperson told Motor1 that this is…
New Volkswagen Models 2026
Last year wasn’t an easy one for the Volkswagen Group, as was the case for many automakers. The company saw its operating profit drop 53 percent compared to 2024, due…
Could Fit A Gas Engine
The next Alpine A110 sports car will remain an EV. A gas version isn’t in the works, but CEO Philippe Krief says it’s ‘designed to accommodate an internal combustion engine.’…
Audi Is No Longer Taking Orders For The A8 In Germany
The order books closed on February 18. Regional availability depends on stock levels. Audi leaves the door open for a ‘possible successor.’ Things are shaking up in the full-size luxury…
Ford Teases New Passenger Cars For Europe: ‘Exciting Plans’
Ford says it has ‘exciting plans’ to bring passenger cars back to Europe. The company promises new hybrid and EV options for the region. The cars could potentially come from…
Stellantis Is Bringing Back Diesel Due To ‘Customer Demand’
Stellantis has decided to keep diesel engines in its product portfolio in Europe. The automaker is continuing the produce diesel version of the Alfa Romeo Stelvio, DS 7, and other…
Mazda’s Best-Selling SUV Reached A Massive Milestone
Mazda has built over 5 million CX-5 crossovers. It’s Mazda’s third model to reach that milestone, joining the Mazda323 and Mazda3. Mazda is readying the third-generation CX-5 that goes on…
Toyota Isn’t In A Rush To Build A Ford Maverick Rival: ‘Be Patient’
Toyota has no plans for a compact truck anytime soon. Toyota North America COO said, ‘When the market’s right, we may have something.’ The compact truck segment is still fairly…