Toyota Has Too Many Models. These Ones Need To Go
Toyota has too many models—and it’s not just me who’s saying it. Newly appointed CEO Kenta Kon recently came out and said that the Japanese automaker’s lineup is too crowded.…
Mazda Says Rival Hybrids Fell Short. Its New System Won’t
Mazda CX-5’s Project Manager is not satisfied with the throttle response of competitors’ hybrids. Koichiro Yamaguchi claims Mazda will fix this problem when its in-house hybrid tech arrives in 2027.…
May Auto Sales Results: Winners And Losers
Another month has passed, and a handful of automakers have reported their May sales results. Hybrids were a strong driver of growth, as the average price of gas remains well…
Mazda Confirms New CX-3 For 2027 Launch
Mazda confirms a second-generation CX-3 will debut next year. It will be built at a Mazda-Ford joint venture factory in Thailand. Japan and South-East Asia availability confirmed. While enthusiasts are…
Next-Gen Mazda Miata Details: Full Interview
The Mazda MX-5 Miata has always been a bit of an icon—a car that’s basically synonymous with pure driving fun. A new generation is on the way, still a couple…
Affordable Sports Cars Still Have A Future
Dodge’s CEO says there is ‘absolutely’ a market for a sub-$30,000 car. He said that the company owes it to customers. Still, nothing is confirmed for production. Affordable performance cars…
Mazda’s Most Popular SUV Could Get A Rugged Upgrade: Report
Mazda currently lacks a rugged, off-road-focused model. A company executive, Koichiro Yamaguchi, said Mazda is open to building a more off-road-capable SUV if customer demand is strong. While nothing is…
The New Miata Will Weigh Under 2,200 Pounds
The next Miata will remain faithful to the lightweight recipe. Mazda pledges to keep the curb weight under 1,000 kilograms (2,204 pounds). That would make it even lighter than the…
Car Destination Fees: Cheapest & Most Expensive
You’re not imagining it: destination fees have skyrocketed in recent years. What used to be a few hundred dollars added to the price of a new car has turned into…
On Display At The Petersen
2026 marks 25 years of the Fast & Furious franchise. The Petersen Automotive Museum will display a handful of iconic cars from throughout the series. The exhibit opens on March…