California Tried To Change What Happens To Cash Left Over From Towed Cars But Gov. Newsom Said No | Carscoops
Carscoopsby Stephen Rivers·4d ago
- California’s DMV collected more than $8 million in surplus lien-sale proceeds. - SB 1029 would eventually transfer unclaimed funds to the state Controller.
Rivian R2 Recalled Over Possible Loss Of Drive Power | Carscoops
Carscoopsby Michael Gauthier·4d ago
- Rivian is recalling 14 R2s that could lose drive power. - The models could have a loose battery fastener. - It’s the second recall for the R2 in as many months.
New Audi RS5 Is A Runaway Hit Even Before Its Global Rollout | Carscoops
Carscoopsby Thanos Pappas·4d ago
- The new Audi RS5 had a very successful market launch. - Orders in Europe are “nearly twice as high as expected.” - Production allocation for 2026 has already been sold out.
The BMW iX3 M60 Has 603 HP And It's Not Even A True M Model | Carscoops
Carscoopsby Brad Anderson·4d ago
- Like the regular iX3, the performance-focused M60 xDrive supports 400 kW charging. - BMW has made significant modifications to the SUV’s chassis and suspension.
BMW’s New iX4 Packs Up To 603 HP And 428-Miles Of Range | Carscoops
Carscoopsby Stephen Rivers·4d ago
- BMW’s iX4 launches in March 2027, with a 603-hp M60 following later. - The 50 xDrive promises up to 428 miles of range, pending final EPA certification.
Mitsubishi's New EV Eclipses The Leaf On Price | Carscoops
Carscoopsby Michael Gauthier·4d ago
- Mitsubishi has announced the new Eclipse Sportback will start at $37,745. - That’s $7,755 more than the similar Nissan Leaf, but it comes better equipped.
This Corvette's Engine Makes The Dodge Viper's 8.4-Liter V10 Look Small | Carscoops
Carscoopsby Brad Anderson·4d ago
- Kindig-It’s custom TwelveAir uses a bespoke aluminum 9.2-liter V12. - The car’s body is crafted from lightweight aluminum and painted in Modern Classikk Infrared.
Hate Ferrari’s Electric Luce? Blame Jeff Bezos | Carscoops
Carscoopsby Chris Chilton·4d ago
- Ferrari chairman John Elkann credits Amazon’s Jeff Bezos with inspiring the Luce EV. - “You need to really think hard about building an electric vehicle,” Bezos told him in 2016.
America’s Prettiest Speedster Is Heading To Auction | Carscoops
Carscoopsby Stephen Rivers·4d ago
- This is reportedly the first Auburn 851 Speedster produced. - Its dashboard claims it reached 100.1 mph before delivery. - RM Sotheby’s estimates it could sell for $850,000–$950,000.
Florida Kicked Flock Cameras Off State Roads, Then Police Found A Pretty Obvious Loophole | Carscoops
Carscoopsby Stephen Rivers·4d ago
- Florida ordered license plate readers removed from state highway rights-of-way. - Longboat Key police plan to relocate cameras onto town or private property.
Aston Martin Admits It's An EV Delayer, Sticking With V8 And V12 | Carscoops
Carscoopsby Brad Anderson·4d ago
- Aston Martin will keep its V8 and V12 engines until at least 2033. - The British brand can source EV components from Lucid and Mercedes.
Self-Driving Tech Was Supposed To Be Safer, Experts Say It May Bring More Risks | Carscoops
Carscoopsby Sam D. Smith·4d ago
- Experts warn that “automation complacency” can increase the risks associated with driving. - Drivers report using autonomous tech to compensate for deficiencies in their own driving.
California Lets You Return A Used Car In Three Days, But It Could Cost $750 | Carscoops
Carscoopsby Stephen Rivers·4d ago
- California buyers can cancel qualifying used-car purchases or leases within three calendar days. - Dealers may charge up to $750 in restocking and mileage fees.
BYD Says 'Hacker' Tapped Into Shark 6 Wiring As Aussie Documentary Slammed As Hit Piece | Carscoops
Carscoopsby Brad Anderson·4d ago
- As it turns out, the documentary gave a “hacker” two weeks to work on a Shark 6. - BYD says he installed an untrusted third-party application into the infotainment system.
Russia's EV Market Share Is Now Higher Than The U.S. Thanks To Fuel Shortages | Carscoops
Carscoopsby Sam D. Smith·4d ago
- Demand for EVs in Russia has driven up prices and depleted inventory. - It comes as fuel stocks run low in the country after Ukrainian attacks, and lower-grade fuel has caused issues.
Skoda Introduces Its First Full Hybrid | Carscoops
Carscoopsby Michael Gauthier·4d ago
- After launching mild- and plug-in hybrids, Skoda has introduced a full hybrid. - The Octavia will offer two different hybrid powertrains with up to 168 hp.
This Singer DLS Turbo Shows What You Can Buy With A Blank Check | Carscoops
Carscoopsby Brad Anderson·4d ago
- The Single DLS Turbo has a twin-turbo 3.8-liter flat-six with 700 hp. - This DLS Turbo has an Amethyst paint finish and a Bone leather interior.
Texas Fraudster Loses His Ill-Gotten 90-Plus Car Collection | Carscoops
Carscoopsby Stephen Rivers·5d ago
- A Texas businessman received a 160-month sentence for wire fraud and aggravated identity theft. - He agreed to forfeit more than 90 vehicles purchased with fraud proceeds.
Porsche Mission S Supercar Picks Up Where The 918 Left Off | Carscoops
Carscoopsby Chris Chilton·5d ago
- Porsche is plotting a new supercar halo model for its wealthiest customers. - The brand’s new hero car makes its debut as the Mission S concept next week.
This Rivian Fire Is A Brutal Reminder Not To Charge EVs With Extension Cords | Carscoops
Carscoopsby Stephen Rivers·5d ago
- A Rivian R1S was badly burned alongside a home. - A witness says the fire began at an extension cord used for charging.
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