en Latest news, reviews, and more from around the Motor Authority https://static.thecarconnection.com/website/ma-logo-rectangle.png https://www.motorauthority.com Sun, 30 Mar 2025 13:12:00 -0400 Motor Authority https://www.motorauthority.com Mild design tweaks don’t change the off-road Ram trucks' capabilities Ram Power Wagon still has no direct competitor 2025 Ram Power Wagon costs $74,235 and Rebel HD costs $70,740 The competition woke up and realized there’s room to play in the heavy-duty off-road sandbox. But Ram doesn't want to give an inch of a segment it has defined...]]> Sun, 30 Mar 2025 13:12:00 -0400 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146014_2025-ram-power-wagon-rebel-hd-test-drive-review https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146014_2025-ram-power-wagon-rebel-hd-test-drive-review news@motorauthority.com (Joel Feder) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146014_2025-ram-power-wagon-rebel-hd-test-drive-review#comments Joel Feder Mild design tweaks don’t change the off-road Ram trucks' capabilities Ram Power Wagon still has no direct competitor 2025 Ram Power Wagon costs $74,235 and Rebel HD costs $70,740 The competition woke up and realized there’s room to play in the heavy-duty off-road sandbox. But Ram doesn't want to give an inch of a segment it has defined...]]> What’s in a name? The Escalade IQ is smarter, it turns out A big battery delivers 460 miles of range Cadillac delivers a big price, too: $129,990 For all its red-carpet appearances and secret-service duties over the past generation, the Cadillac Escalade has not been particularly cutting edge. It’s prospered in a prosperous world where...]]> Sat, 29 Mar 2025 12:19:00 -0400 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145998_test-drive-review-2025-cadillac-escalade-iq-iql-ev https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145998_test-drive-review-2025-cadillac-escalade-iq-iql-ev news@motorauthority.com (Martin Padgett) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145998_test-drive-review-2025-cadillac-escalade-iq-iql-ev#comments Martin Padgett What’s in a name? The Escalade IQ is smarter, it turns out A big battery delivers 460 miles of range Cadillac delivers a big price, too: $129,990 For all its red-carpet appearances and secret-service duties over the past generation, the Cadillac Escalade has not been particularly cutting edge. It’s prospered in a prosperous world where...]]> Audi finally appears to be preparing a full-size SUV to take on the likes of the BMW X7, Cadillac Escalade, and Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class. A prototype for what is believed to be the first Audi Q9 has been spotted ahead of an expected debut early next year, which would likely mean a 2027 model-year arrival for the U.S. The prototype appears to be a...]]> Wed, 26 Mar 2025 16:06:00 -0400 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146040_2027-audi-sq9-spy-shots https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146040_2027-audi-sq9-spy-shots news@motorauthority.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146040_2027-audi-sq9-spy-shots#comments Viknesh Vijayenthiran Audi finally appears to be preparing a full-size SUV to take on the likes of the BMW X7, Cadillac Escalade, and Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class. A prototype for what is believed to be the first Audi Q9 has been spotted ahead of an expected debut early next year, which would likely mean a 2027 model-year arrival for the U.S. The prototype appears to be a...]]> The Bugatti Tourbillon's standout feature is an 1,800-hp plug-in hybrid powertrain built around a high-revving V-16, but Bugatti didn't forget about the aerodynamic work needed to make use of the immense power on tap. The goal was to surpass the Bugatti Chiron in slipperiness, Paul Burnham, chief engineer for the Tourbillon, said in a video posted...]]> Sun, 23 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145905_deep-dive-bugatti-tourbillon-aerodynamics https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145905_deep-dive-bugatti-tourbillon-aerodynamics news@motorauthority.com (Stephen Edelstein) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145905_deep-dive-bugatti-tourbillon-aerodynamics#comments Stephen Edelstein The Bugatti Tourbillon's standout feature is an 1,800-hp plug-in hybrid powertrain built around a high-revving V-16, but Bugatti didn't forget about the aerodynamic work needed to make use of the immense power on tap. The goal was to surpass the Bugatti Chiron in slipperiness, Paul Burnham, chief engineer for the Tourbillon, said in a video posted...]]> The last concept car produced by legendary Italian design house Bertone is up for grabs. That car, the Aston Martin Bertone Jet 2+2, is scheduled to be auctioned off by Dore & Rees on Mar. 29. Unveiled at the 2013 Geneva auto show, it was slated to go into production, according to the auction house, but Bertone's bankruptcy the following year...]]> Sat, 22 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146026_world-s-only-2013-aston-martin-bertone-jet-2-2-headed-to-auction https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146026_world-s-only-2013-aston-martin-bertone-jet-2-2-headed-to-auction news@motorauthority.com (Stephen Edelstein) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146026_world-s-only-2013-aston-martin-bertone-jet-2-2-headed-to-auction#comments Stephen Edelstein The last concept car produced by legendary Italian design house Bertone is up for grabs. That car, the Aston Martin Bertone Jet 2+2, is scheduled to be auctioned off by Dore & Rees on Mar. 29. Unveiled at the 2013 Geneva auto show, it was slated to go into production, according to the auction house, but Bertone's bankruptcy the following year...]]> JLR has been spotted testing a prototype for an electric vehicle that will take a place in its Range Rover family of luxury SUVs. JLR is known to be planning the reveal of an electric version of its iconic Range Rover shortly, though that isn't the vehicle seen here. The electric Range Rover matches the design of its gas-powered sibling, apart...]]> Fri, 21 Mar 2025 09:45:00 -0400 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1142477_2026-range-rover-velar-successor-spy-shots https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1142477_2026-range-rover-velar-successor-spy-shots news@motorauthority.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1142477_2026-range-rover-velar-successor-spy-shots#comments Viknesh Vijayenthiran JLR has been spotted testing a prototype for an electric vehicle that will take a place in its Range Rover family of luxury SUVs. JLR is known to be planning the reveal of an electric version of its iconic Range Rover shortly, though that isn't the vehicle seen here. The electric Range Rover matches the design of its gas-powered sibling, apart...]]> The 2025 Formula 1 World Championship continues this weekend with round two, the Chinese Grand Prix, taking place once again at the Shanghai International Circuit. The circuit stretches 3.4 miles and features 16 turns. It's known for fast corners, a smooth surface, and plenty of overtaking opportunities. Around 80% of a lap is spent cornering, so...]]> Fri, 21 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146048_2025-formula-1-chinese-grand-prix-preview https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146048_2025-formula-1-chinese-grand-prix-preview news@motorauthority.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146048_2025-formula-1-chinese-grand-prix-preview#comments Viknesh Vijayenthiran The 2025 Formula 1 World Championship continues this weekend with round two, the Chinese Grand Prix, taking place once again at the Shanghai International Circuit. The circuit stretches 3.4 miles and features 16 turns. It's known for fast corners, a smooth surface, and plenty of overtaking opportunities. Around 80% of a lap is spent cornering, so...]]> Karma Automotive on Thursday unveiled the new Amaris series plug-in hybrid coupe during the company's first Create Karma product presentation event held in Irvine, California. Karma was gearing up to launch a separate coupe, the fully electric Kaveya, in 2026, but the company on Thursday said it would delay that model to 2027 due to changing...]]> Fri, 21 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146047_karma-reveals-sultry-amaris-series-plug-in-hybrid-coupe https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146047_karma-reveals-sultry-amaris-series-plug-in-hybrid-coupe news@motorauthority.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146047_karma-reveals-sultry-amaris-series-plug-in-hybrid-coupe#comments Viknesh Vijayenthiran Karma Automotive on Thursday unveiled the new Amaris series plug-in hybrid coupe during the company's first Create Karma product presentation event held in Irvine, California. Karma was gearing up to launch a separate coupe, the fully electric Kaveya, in 2026, but the company on Thursday said it would delay that model to 2027 due to changing...]]> Bugatti's Tourbillon hypercar, with its carbon-fiber chassis and V-16 plug-in hybrid powertrain generating 1,775 hp, seems nearly perfect—but Bugatti has found a way to elevate it even further: adding eight exhaust tips. That’s more than the famous six exhaust tips of the iconic Type 57SC Atlantic and serves as a nod to the two banks...]]> Thu, 20 Mar 2025 11:45:00 -0400 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146042_bugatti-tourbillon-equipe-pur-sang-revealed https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146042_bugatti-tourbillon-equipe-pur-sang-revealed news@motorauthority.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146042_bugatti-tourbillon-equipe-pur-sang-revealed#comments Viknesh Vijayenthiran Bugatti's Tourbillon hypercar, with its carbon-fiber chassis and V-16 plug-in hybrid powertrain generating 1,775 hp, seems nearly perfect—but Bugatti has found a way to elevate it even further: adding eight exhaust tips. That’s more than the famous six exhaust tips of the iconic Type 57SC Atlantic and serves as a nod to the two banks...]]> Eddie Jordan, the charismatic former Formula 1 team owner and television personality, has died at the age of 76. Born in Dublin in 1948, Jordan initially pursued a career in banking before discovering his passion for motorsport. He began racing karts in the early 1970s, eventually moving up to Formula Ford and Formula Three. However, he is best...]]> Thu, 20 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146041_f1-personality-eddie-jordan-dies-aged-76 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146041_f1-personality-eddie-jordan-dies-aged-76 news@motorauthority.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146041_f1-personality-eddie-jordan-dies-aged-76#comments Viknesh Vijayenthiran Eddie Jordan, the charismatic former Formula 1 team owner and television personality, has died at the age of 76. Born in Dublin in 1948, Jordan initially pursued a career in banking before discovering his passion for motorsport. He began racing karts in the early 1970s, eventually moving up to Formula Ford and Formula Three. However, he is best...]]> Volkswagen's redesigned Tiguan wil cost $30,920 when it arrives this summer The new compact crossover skips the third row of the outgoing model The sole powertrain at launch will be a 2.0-liter turbo-4 rated at 201 hp Volkswagen on Wednesday confirmed the 2025 Tiguan will cost $30,920 including a $1,425 destination fee when it arrives this summer...]]> Thu, 20 Mar 2025 07:03:00 -0400 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145098_2025-vw-tiguan-revealed https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145098_2025-vw-tiguan-revealed news@motorauthority.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1145098_2025-vw-tiguan-revealed#comments Viknesh Vijayenthiran Volkswagen's redesigned Tiguan wil cost $30,920 when it arrives this summer The new compact crossover skips the third row of the outgoing model The sole powertrain at launch will be a 2.0-liter turbo-4 rated at 201 hp Volkswagen on Wednesday confirmed the 2025 Tiguan will cost $30,920 including a $1,425 destination fee when it arrives this summer...]]> Audi is reassessing its plan to phase out gas engines by 2026 due to slower-than-expected EV adoption Audi reported a nearly 12% drop in sales in 2024 and said it plans to cut 7,500 jobs by 2029 Audi CEO Gernot Döllner hinted at increased production in North America Audi CEO Gernot Döllner said the company is reassessing its plan, first...]]> Wed, 19 Mar 2025 16:46:00 -0400 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146025_audi-rethinks-plan-to-launch-last-gas-car-in-2026 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146025_audi-rethinks-plan-to-launch-last-gas-car-in-2026 news@motorauthority.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146025_audi-rethinks-plan-to-launch-last-gas-car-in-2026#comments Viknesh Vijayenthiran Audi is reassessing its plan to phase out gas engines by 2026 due to slower-than-expected EV adoption Audi reported a nearly 12% drop in sales in 2024 and said it plans to cut 7,500 jobs by 2029 Audi CEO Gernot Döllner hinted at increased production in North America Audi CEO Gernot Döllner said the company is reassessing its plan, first...]]> Mercedes-Benz has issued a recall for certain plug-in hybrid models from its AMG performance division due to a software error that may cause a loss of drive power. The affected models include the AMG S 63 E Performance, AMG GT 63 S E Performance 4-Door Coupe, AMG GT 63 S E Performance, AMG SL 63 S E Performance, and AMG GLC 63 S E Performance...]]> Wed, 19 Mar 2025 12:15:00 -0400 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146036_mercedes-amg-plug-in-hybrids-recalled-for-loss-of-drive-power https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146036_mercedes-amg-plug-in-hybrids-recalled-for-loss-of-drive-power news@motorauthority.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146036_mercedes-amg-plug-in-hybrids-recalled-for-loss-of-drive-power#comments Viknesh Vijayenthiran Mercedes-Benz has issued a recall for certain plug-in hybrid models from its AMG performance division due to a software error that may cause a loss of drive power. The affected models include the AMG S 63 E Performance, AMG GT 63 S E Performance 4-Door Coupe, AMG GT 63 S E Performance, AMG SL 63 S E Performance, and AMG GLC 63 S E Performance...]]> General Motors and Nvidia on Tuesday announced an expanded partnership to further leverage artificial intelligence in vehicle development, manufacturing, and the advancement of self-driving cars. GM has already been using Nvidia's powerful computer chips for training various AI models, but new aspects of the partnership will include using Nvidia's...]]> Wed, 19 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146033_gm-taps-nvidia-ai-chips-for-automated-cars-factories https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146033_gm-taps-nvidia-ai-chips-for-automated-cars-factories news@motorauthority.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1146033_gm-taps-nvidia-ai-chips-for-automated-cars-factories#comments Viknesh Vijayenthiran General Motors and Nvidia on Tuesday announced an expanded partnership to further leverage artificial intelligence in vehicle development, manufacturing, and the advancement of self-driving cars. GM has already been using Nvidia's powerful computer chips for training various AI models, but new aspects of the partnership will include using Nvidia's...]]> One of the 12 original Ford GT40 prototypes is headed for auction The car, bearing chassis no. GT/109, is one of only two surviving roadster examples The car was the only roadster prototype to race at Le Mans, which it did in 1965 A rare opportunity to own one of the original Ford GT40 prototypes is coming up soon. The 2025 edition of Mecum's...]]> Wed, 19 Mar 2025 08:30:00 -0400 https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1120588_1965-ford-gt40-roadster-prototype-auction https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1120588_1965-ford-gt40-roadster-prototype-auction news@motorauthority.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1120588_1965-ford-gt40-roadster-prototype-auction#comments Viknesh Vijayenthiran One of the 12 original Ford GT40 prototypes is headed for auction The car, bearing chassis no. GT/109, is one of only two surviving roadster examples The car was the only roadster prototype to race at Le Mans, which it did in 1965 A rare opportunity to own one of the original Ford GT40 prototypes is coming up soon. The 2025 edition of Mecum's...]]>