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The Volkswagen “Type 2” Bus, first entering production in 1949, was so much more than just a mode of transportation. It was (and remains) a pop-culture icon. Highly customizable and instantly-recognizable, it was known for a simple utilitarian design, airy interior, and fun-loving “hippie” vibes. Volkswagen even drew inspiration from the vintage Type 2 for a modern, fully-electric successor called the Volkswagen ID. Buzz. In the U.S., it had been discontinued for 2026, but it will be back for

Founded in 1978 as a grueling race from Paris to Dakar, Senegal, the Dakar Rally is an off-road endurance event that covers thousands of kilometers across extreme terrain. Today, it’s held in Saudi Arabia and features cars, trucks, and even motorcycles competing over 14 days. The course for 2026 looked like this, below. Over three decades ago, BMW engineers were inspired by the rally (which has been reputed to be the “world’s toughest motor race”) by launching a color called Dakar Yellow (

Ferrari Luce Chassis 0 becomes a one-off charity halo, sending every dollar to The Ferrari Foundation instead of signaling real-world EV pricing.

Tesla Model Y Premium buyers in the U.S. can now pay $80 to get an adapter that enables power export. Hyundai EVs offer it for free.

Small EV offers up to 309 miles of range and features 441 litres of boot space Hyundai's new electric supermini, the Ioniq 3, will cost £22,495 when it arrives in the UK in the coming weeks. It has been positioned to rival an array of electric hatches, from the small Renault 5 to the larger Volkswagen ID 3 – and at 4.15m long and 1.51m tall, it sits bang inbetween them. Its unusual shape is described by Hyundai as an ‘aero-hatch’, a sleek new form conceived with the goal of maximising aerodynam

With a hand-built 5.2-liter V12 biturbo and a 223-mph limiter, the Brabus Bodo Cabriolet turns its 77-unit run into a true halo spectacle.

Efficiency is becoming increasingly important as the EV conversation moves away from just range – but who's best? It’s almost two years ago now that we gave the century-old Autocar road test its last major facelift. Our 2024 re-jig was significant for changes in many parts, but none more significant than to the road test itself, which we adjusted so it had more to say about electric cars and PHEVs, more scrutiny in the way it tested them and more flexibility to address the relevant facets of an

The buyer behind the staggering $40 million winning bid for the first-ever Ferrari Luce has been revealed as Dr. Herbert “Herbie” Wertheim, a billionaire businessman, inventor and philanthropist. Wertheim acquired Chassis 0 of the Luce EV at auction during Monterey Car Week, paying $40 million. The final figure was an extraordinary 36 times the car’s […] The post Meet the person who paid $40 million for a Ferrari Luce appeared first on The Supercar Blog.

Land Rover Defender Dakar blends D7X-R rally hardware, a 626-horsepower V8, and a focused 2+2 cabin into a limited-run, $170,000 street SUV.

Autocar's artist impression showcases what a new Mini inspired by the 2001 car could look like Shift to BMW's Gen6 platform would be a landmark moment for the Mini; brand will choose "optimum" layout Mini has started work on the next-generation Cooper, which is due in the coming years bearing the most significant transformation since BMW took charge of the marque three decades ago: a shift from front- to rear-wheel drive. Bosses promise, however, that the new car will remain rigidly true to t

SignalTrace units have been spotted in Oxon Hill, Maryland, according to a security researcher. The system can link some device signals with plate-reader data and vehicle movements. Its limitations today don’t mean its surveillance potential will stay limited. Over a month ago, we told you how Leonardo SignalTrace could soon tie your phone, pet, and AirPods to images captured by license plate readers. Now, new reporting says installations are already operating in Oxon Hill, Mar

This 2018 Porsche 911 GT3 Touring was registered in Montana and Oregon before it was sold on BaT in November 2024, and it has 9k miles following the selling dealer’s purchase in 2026. Modifications include Dundon Motorsports titanium exhaust components, a yellow roll bar, window tinting, and a short shifter, and power is provided by a 4.0-liter flat-six paired with a six-speed manual transaxle. Finished in GT Silver Metallic over black leather and cloth upholstery, the car has the Sport Ch

This 2005 Ford GT is one of 2,022 built for the model year and was initially delivered to Fiesta Ford in Indio, California. It was optioned without racing stripes and now has 8k miles. Finished in Mark IV Red over Ebony leather, it is powered by a supercharged 5.4-liter V8 linked with a six-speed manual gearbox and a helical limited-slip differential. Riding on forged aluminum BBS wheels, the car is equipped with Brembo brakes, HID headlights, a front splitter, a rear diffuser, air conditioning,

This 2001 Honda S2000 was purchased new by the seller’s late mother-in-law and has 20k miles. Work completed in 2026 has included changing the fluids, servicing the fuel system, and replacing the spark plugs and tires. Finished in Silverstone Metallic over black leather upholstery, the car is powered by a 2.0-liter VTEC inline-four linked to a six-speed manual transmission and a limited-slip differential. Equipment includes a black convertible soft top, xenon headlights, 16″ five-spo

This 1997 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra convertible was purchased new by the seller, and it now shows 57k miles. The car has been registered in Oregon and Tennessee from new. Finished in Pacific Green Clearcoat Metallic over Saddle leather, the car is powered by a 4.6-liter V8 paired with a five-speed manual transmission. Features include a limited-slip differential, a saddle soft top, fog lights, 17″ cast-aluminum wheels, a Mach sound system, a CD/cassette stereo, and air conditioning. This Mustang SV

Latest CLE 63 Mythos prototype gains a huge new hood intake for cooling. AMG has extensively revised airflow since earlier prototypes began testing. Coupe’s flat-plane V8 will appear on other AMGs after Mythos’ 2027 debut. Just when Mercedes-AMG’s CLE Mythos looked like it couldn’t possibly ingest any more air, engineers have cut another hole in it. The latest prototype has been spied testing in Germany with a gaping hood intake, revised aero and several other

This 2000 Dodge Ram 2500HD Laramie SLT 4×4 is a ¾-ton Quad Cab pickup that has 55k miles and is powered by an 8.0-liter Magnum V10 linked with a four-speed automatic transmission, a dual-range transfer case, and a limited-slip rear differential. Finished in Bright White over Agate cloth, the truck is equipped with the Trailer Tow, Light, and Travel Convenience Packages, a gooseneck hitch, 16″ forged aluminum wheels, a CD stereo, an Alpine XM Satellite Radio receiver, cruise control, air co

This 1960 Chevrolet Impala is a two-door sport coupe that underwent a repaint in red in the 1990s, and its tri-power 348ci V8 was overhauled in 2022. Work following the current owner’s 2025 acquisition involved adjusting the shifter for the four-speed manual transmission and replacing the ring-and-pinion gear set, radiator, driveshaft support bearing, U-joints, fuel lines, and rear brake shoes. The interior is trimmed in red and white upholstery and equipped with power windows and a power-

This 2009 Aston Martin DB9 was acquired by the current owner in September 2009 and now has 9k miles. Finished in Storm Black over Obsidian Black leather, the car is powered by a 5.9-liter V12 linked with a six-speed automatic transaxle and a limited-slip differential. Equipment includes 19″ Sport Pack forged alloy wheels, rear parking sensors, power-adjustable front seats with position memory, and a navigation system. This DB9 is now offered by the seller on behalf of the owner with the owner&#8

Dog tags were found nearby, but the investigation into whose bike it was continues.