Michelle Krebs, executive analyst at Cox Automotive, said pickup inventories are outpacing most other vehicle segments for a number of reasons. Automakers tend to stock more of them than other models because truck customers demand more choice in terms of configurations with varying bed and cab sizes. While pickup sales for GM and Ford are […]
2008–2009 Porsche Cayennes Are Our Bring a Trailer Auction Picks
Two fun-looking modified Porsche Cayennes are up for auction on Bring a Trailer this week. For racing fans, a 2009 Porsche Cayenne GTS with a Martini livery wrap looks more than ready for your social media feed. A modified 2008 Cayenne S looks more ready for your updates with a lower auction price. First-generation Porsche […]
2023 Toyota Prius looks like an electric sequel but fits the hybrid franchise
Recently having a 2023 Toyota Prius for a week, for up-close scrutiny and drive time, reminded me of the big Hollywood movie franchises that help keep us entertained across decades and generations. Just like all the movies to come from Star Wars, James Bond, Marvel, or Fast and Furious, there may be fresh faces, a […]
2023 Perodua Axia deliveries will continue despite Daihatsu crash test issue; no recall as it’s safe – P2
Following Daihatsu’s admission of “wrongdoings” in particular crash safety tests done for regulatory approval applications involving four models, Perodua has issued an official statement on the matter. According to Perodua president and CEO Datuk Seri Zainal Abidin Ahmad, the Malaysian carmaker engaged Daihatsu to carry out safety testing for the new Axia in Japan. This […]
1970 Plymouth Cuda 440 Rapid Transit reappears, heads to auction
A concept car from the height of the muscle car era has reappeared after decades in hiding, and it’s headed to auction. The 1970 Plymouth Barracuda Rapid Transit is one of four show cars built for the Rapid Transit System Caravan, which toured auto shows and car dealerships in 1970 and 1971 promoting Plymouth’s muscle […]
Supercars At Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
A Spiritual Awakening The Japanese city of Kyoto is best known for its historic temples, shrines and royal palaces. There also happens to be a big classic and custom car scene in wider Kyoto Prefecture. If only there was a way to combine the two… Well, there is. If you’re partial to a little spiritual refreshment […]
Yacht Private Security Mistakes Coast Guard for Pirates, Fights
Private security aboard a luxury vintage yacht opened fire on Yeman’s coast guard in the Gulf of Aden Friday, causing a brief exchange with the country’s military. The security team apparently mistook the Coast Guard for pirates. Don’t you hate it when unintentional international incidents interrupt your pleasure cruise through some of the most dangerous […]
Greetings from Trollhattan. I’m Emily, but I’m not a Saab.
What’s Swedish for “never give up”? Saab, apparently. The fondly-remembered car company formerly called just that — and now named NEVS — is only a shell, employing just a limited crew in the land of trolls. But it’s got something to sell, and that something seems like it’s really something. It’s called Emily. The Emily […]
New and Used Lexus UX: Prices, Photos, Reviews, Specs
The 2024 Lexus UX 250h has a base price of just under $38,000, which is competitive if factoring in the $2,250 EPA-estimated fuel savings over five years with the standard hybrid powertrain. Standard amenities include power-adjustable front seats, synthetic leather upholstery, and an 8.0-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. That display and its […]
Turbo Technics VW Golf GTI | PH Private Area
Private Area is obviously intended to cater for stuff that’s a bit special – and surely they don’t get much more special than this? This Mk2 Volkswagen Golf GTI is owned by Chris, who works in the offshore oil and gas industry. Chris has owned the car for the last 10 years and it’s not […]