Luxury Off-Roader Is A Possibility
The project hinges on the availability of a body-on-frame platform. Audi’s boss wants a true off-roader, ‘otherwise it does not make sense.’ The Volkswagen Group’s new Scout brand could provide…
Acura Will Sell Its First Model Ever In Japan
The automaker will begin selling the American-made Integra Type S, and the Honda Passport Elite, in Japan later this year. Source link
Meet RAD: The Rivian Adventure Department
RAD stands for Rivian Adventure Department. The team is comprised of Rivian designers, engineers, and adventure enthusiasts. RAD is a skunkworks division tasked with pushing the limits of what Rivian…
The Mercedes ‘Baby’ G-Class Might Look Something Like This
Mercedes may launch a compact ‘baby’ G-Class SUV around 2027. This exclusive rendering by Motor1 imagines what the SUV could look like. Likely hybrid or plug-in powertrains; fully electric uncertain.…
One Family Rallied Their Porsche 911 Dakar 2,200 Miles Across Brazil
The Piotto Vogts have completed the Rally dos Sertões multiple times. This event covers nearly 2,200 miles of Brazilian wilderness. The 911 Dakar was the first Porsche to ever participate…
Subaru Is Asking Customers If They Want A Manual SUV
Subaru sent out an internal survey asking customers if they’d want a manual SUV. A second survey asks if customers would want a manual Outback Wilderness specifically. The last manual-transmission…
Subaru Hints At A New Baja: ‘There Have Been Discussions’
Subaru Australia confirms that there are ongoing discussions about a new dual-cab ute. Reviving the Baja name would be a no-brainer here. The goal of a refreshed Baja would be…
BFGoodrich’s Iconic Off-Road Tire Is 50 Years Old. That’s A Big Deal
BFGoodrich’s iconic All-Terrain T/A tire was first introduced in 1976. Just one year later, BFG found success in the Baja 500 & 1000 desert races. BFGoodrich recently attended its 50th…
The Mini Countryman ‘Hasn’t Played All Of Its Cards Yet,’ Says Design Boss
Mini plans to lean more into the outdoor aesthetic with the Countryman. Head of design, Holger Hampf, says the SUV ‘hasn’t played all of its cards yet.’ More Countryman iterations…
Suzuki Has Its Own Toyota RAV4. Meet The New Across
The Suzuki Across is the updated, rebadged Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid with revised styling and tech. It has dual digital displays, a head-up display, heated power seats, and a full…