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Carlos Sainz opens registrations for CS55 Racing Karting Academy as it returns for third year
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 14, 2026
Williams Formula 1 driver Carlos Sainz has confirmed that the CS55 Racing Karting Academy is returning for 2026 and […]
Cadillac Reveals How Its Formula 1 Cars Will Look—Sort Of
by Steven Cole Smith (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on January 14, 2026
General Motors President Mark Reuss has unveiled the livery for the Cadillac Formula 1 team cars, but don’t get too […]
And the Winner Is: NACTOY Car, Truck and SUV of the Year
by Steven Cole Smith (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on January 14, 2026
The North American Car, Truck and SUV winners are in: In the (very thin) car category, the winner is the Dodge Charger. […]
Honda Has A New Logo. Soon, It Will Be On Everything
by Design - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on January 14, 2026
First shown for the 0 Series EVs, the updated H logo will soon be featured across the entire Honda lineup.
2026 BMW XM Gets Cheaper, Charges Faster, and Still Packs 738 HP
by Steven Paul (BMW BLOG) on January 14, 2026
The BMW XM is arguably the brand’s most polarizing offering. That doesn’t change for its newest model year, which […]
BMW M Hybrid V8 Gets Bold 2026 Facelift for Daytona Debut
by Horatiu Boeriu (BMW BLOG) on January 14, 2026
BMW Motorsport is ready to turn heads at Daytona with a significantly refreshed M Hybrid V8 LMDh hypercar. Just days […]
F1 fans lose it as Max Verstappen and Daniel Ricciardo reunite in Red Bull video
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 14, 2026
Formula 1 fans have shared their excitement after Max Verstappen and Daniel Ricciardo reunited in a recent video shared […]
BMW M3 Electric Gets Simulated Gears, Following Hyundai
by Horatiu Boeriu (BMW BLOG) on January 14, 2026
BMW has confirmed that its upcoming 2027 M3 electric will feature simulated gear changes, joining a trend that began […]
Michael Schumacher-driven 1997 Ferrari F310B F1 car expected to reach seven-figure sum at auction
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 14, 2026
A 1997 Ferrari F310 B Formula 1 car, driven by seven-time champion Michael Schumacher at the Belgian Grand Prix weekend […]
RIP: These Cars Won't Make It To 2027
by Motor1.com - Features on January 14, 2026
Rust in peace.
JA on F1 podcast: Meet the woman who makes sense of F1's most complex puzzles
by Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 14, 2026
This week we meet a woman who has worked in Formula 1 for Ferrari, Haas and Sauber. She has been at the heart of […]
Dead: Dodge Hornet
by Official - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on January 14, 2026
Dodge has sold fewer than 40,000 Hornets in the US since it first went on sale in 2023. It won't be missed.
Jak Crawford: ‘2027 is my best shot to reach F1’
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 14, 2026
2025 Formula 2 runner-up Jak Crawford says the 2027 season will be his best shot at securing a seat in Formula 1.A […]
Crawford: ‘2027 is my best shot to reach F1’
by Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 14, 2026
2025 Formula 2 runner-up Jak Crawford says the 2027 season will be his best shot at securing a seat in Formula 1.A […]
F1 race director Rui Marques: "My way of working is with the drivers"
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 14, 2026
Rui Marques' first full year in charge as Formula 1 race director has earned him praise from leading F1 drivers. […]
Why F1 race director Marques has struck a chord with the drivers
by Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 14, 2026
Rui Marques' first full year in charge as Formula 1 race director has earned him praise from leading drivers. Speaking […]
A Forgotten British Brand Is Back With A New V8 Sports Car
by Official - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on January 14, 2026
The Jensen name returns with promises of a new ultra-luxury, high-performance GT car.
Mattel Brick Shop Honda Civic and S2000 Are JDM-Flavored Lego Alternatives
by Ronan Glon (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on January 14, 2026
Mattel Brick Shop, the company founded in 2025 to take on Lego, is adding a pair of emblematic Honda models to its […]
Meet The New Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC
by Official - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on January 14, 2026
We get an early look at the new Mustang Dark Horse SC with a Formula 1 pro behind the wheel.
BMW Sold Nearly 550,000 More Cars Than Audi In 2025
by Adrian Padeanu (BMW BLOG) on January 14, 2026
2025 wasn’t necessarily a great year for BMW, but the past 12 months were even tougher for its main rivals. Munich […]
Daniel Ricciardo announces 2026 Enchanté x Ford Racing collaboration
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 14, 2026
Former Formula 1 driver Daniel Ricciardo has launched a new collaboration between his brand Enchanté and Ford […]
The Acura RDX Is Dead. But A Hybrid Replacement Is Coming
by Official - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on January 14, 2026
Acura is ending production of its compact luxury SUV later this year. But don’t worry, a replacement is already in […]
Honda Says Passport TrailSport Sales Were 'Higher Than We Anticipated'
by Sales - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on January 14, 2026
With 80 percent of customers choosing the TrailSport model, even Honda is surprised by its success.
5 Things to Know About the Upcoming Honda Base Station
by Alex Sobran (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on January 14, 2026
Almost anyone can go camping; really, all it takes is a willingness to eat and sleep outside. Enjoying that time […]
BMW Claims iDrive X Users Don’t Miss The Physical Knob
by Adrian Padeanu (BMW BLOG) on January 14, 2026
Removing a key feature that owners have taken for granted for decades has sparked controversy both online and offline. […]
BMW X4 Production Has Ended: Official
by Adrian Padeanu (BMW BLOG) on January 14, 2026
The writing had been on the wall for quite some time, and now it’s official: BMW has retired the X4. In an email to […]
F1 fans deliver verdict as Racing Bulls reveal 2026 team kit and race suits
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 14, 2026
The Racing Bulls Formula 1 team has unveiled its 2026 team kit, race suits and merchandise ahead of the team's launch […]
A Jensen Interceptor Successor Is Coming Soon
by Nik Berg (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on January 14, 2026
You can now add Jensen to the list of formerly-departed British car brands scheduled to make a comeback in 2026. As it […]
Adrian Newey, Honda power and new facilities: Is Aston Martin ready for success in F1 2026?
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 14, 2026
Aston Martin hopes to make a major step forward under the new Formula 1 regulations. With Adrian Newey, Honda and […]
Newey, Honda and a new wind tunnel – but is Aston Martin ready?
by Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 14, 2026
Aston Martin hopes to make a major step forward under the new Formula 1 regulations. With Adrian Newey, Honda and […]
Toyota Reigns Supreme: World’s Best-Selling Carmaker For The Sixth Straight Year
by Official - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on January 14, 2026
Once again, the Volkswagen Group has to settle for second place.
The Electric BMW M3 Will Be A Quad-Motor Monster With Fake Gear Changes
by Official - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on January 14, 2026
Purists mustn't worry: a gas-fueled M3 is also coming.
2026 Shelby Super Snake Debuts with Supercharged 5.0 and 830 HP
by Brandan Gillogly (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on January 14, 2026
Shelby’s longest-tenured model, its flagship Super Snake, will make its public debut at Barrett-Jackson during […]
Ford Bronco RTR Revealed: More Style For High-Speed Desert Dashes
by Official - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on January 14, 2026
Ford and RTR join forces to expand the Bronco family with this new model.
2027 Bronco RTR Mixes Desert Running with Rock Crawling
by Brandan Gillogly (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on January 14, 2026
Vaughn Gittin Jr. and RTR Vehicles are teaming up with Ford to offer the Bronco RTR, available in two configurations […]
2027 BMW M3 Electric: Four Motors, Zero Differentials
by Horatiu Boeriu (BMW BLOG) on January 13, 2026
The next-generation BMW M3, internally coded ZA0, will arrive in 2027 with perhaps the most radical drivetrain BMW M […]
Corvette ZR1X Blitzes Quarter-Mile in the 8s, Nails 0–60 in 1.68 Seconds
by Nathan Petroelje (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on January 13, 2026
According to Google AI, the silent reading speed of the average adult is 238 words per minute. They could read this […]
Fernando Alonso spotted in Monaco driving rare Group B legend
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 13, 2026
Fernando Alonso has once again been spotted behind the wheel of a rare sports car. The last couple of days have seen […]
Aston Martin teams up with Meccano for 1:8-scale F1 model for the 2026 release
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 13, 2026
Aston Martin has confirmed a new licence agreement with Meccano, which will result in the release of the Meccano Pro x […]
BMW Crushes Mercedes in 2025 US Luxury Sales Battle
by Horatiu Boeriu (BMW BLOG) on January 13, 2026
The 2025 US luxury sales battle ended with a clear winner, and it wasn’t close. BMW wrapped its third straight […]
2027 Nissan Z Flaunts Two-Part Grille, Green Paint in Tokyo
by Grace Jarvis (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on January 13, 2026
Many of the cool builds that debuted at the 2026 Tokyo Auto Salon aren’t destined for the U.S. market, or even for […]
Jean Alesi's 1992 Ferrari F92A F1 car heads to auction with €3-5million estimate
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 13, 2026
Jean Alesi's 1992 Ferrari F92A Formula 1 car, driven and owned by the former driver, has been put up for auction with […]
Are Solid-State Batteries and In-Wheel Motors Coming for Electric Sports Cars?
by Bengt Halvorson (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on January 13, 2026
For more than a decade, automakers have teased modular skateboard EV platforms as enabling lots of “top […]
Why Some Cars Might Ditch Rear Windows Entirely
by Design - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on January 13, 2026
With better cameras and bigger screens, some companies are removing rear windows entirely. What does that mean for the […]
Mazda's Best SUV Is Still A Bargain For 2026
by Pricing - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on January 13, 2026
The 2026 CX-5 starts at $31,485 with destination.
Jules Bianchi's father shares positive update after nine karts stolen
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 13, 2026
Jules Bianchi's father, Philippe Bianchi, has confirmed that the late Formula 1 driver's kart has been found after he […]
How e-fuels and advanced additives will be an F1 2026 development battleground
by Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 13, 2026
While the headline changes in the power unit regulations for the new Formula 1 era in 2026 centre around the mix of […]
How more aggressive e-fuels and advanced additives will have unexpected effects in F1 2026
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 13, 2026
While the headline changes in the power unit regulations for the new Formula 1 era in 2026 centre around the mix of […]
Demand For BMWs With A Manual Gearbox Is Fading In The U.S.
by Adrian Padeanu (BMW BLOG) on January 13, 2026
While Mercedes-AMG and Audi Sport have long abandoned manuals, BMW M has vowed to hang on to the clutch pedal. Still, […]
GM Cuts Large EV Production, Posts $6B Writedown for Q4 2025
by Ronan Glon (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on January 13, 2026
Though it hasn’t yet canceled any battery-electric models, General Motors is significantly curtailing its EV […]
Cadillac launches stealthy first F1 livery for Barcelona testing
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 13, 2026
Cadillac, Formula 1's newest team, will appear at Barcelona's pre-season shakedown sporting a monochrome […]
The Corvette ZR1X Is Officially America's Quickest Production Car: 1.68 Seconds
by Supercars - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on January 13, 2026
The ZR1X needed less than 2.0 seconds to hit 60 and less than 8.8 seconds to complete the quarter mile.
The Corvette ZR1X Is Officially America's Quickest Production Car: 1.68 Seconds
by Official - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on January 13, 2026
The ZR1X needed less than 2.0 seconds to hit 60 and less than 8.8 seconds to complete the quarter mile.
2028 BMW M5’s Sharp Facelift Imagined Based On Spy Photos
by Adrian Padeanu (BMW BLOG) on January 13, 2026
These are some of the most exciting times for BMW fans. Between now and the end of next year, nearly the entire lineup […]
Tsunoda yet to sign 2026 Honda contract amid Red Bull-Ford role
by Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 13, 2026
Honda claims Yuki Tsunoda remains one of its drivers, but his job as a Red Bull-Ford reserve in Formula 1 might be a […]
Yuki Tsunoda yet to sign 2026 Honda contract amid Red Bull-Ford role
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 13, 2026
Honda claims Yuki Tsunoda remains one of its drivers, but his job as a Red Bull-Ford reserve driver in Formula 1 might […]
We Asked Every Automaker How Many Customers Went For Manuals In 2025
by Motor1.com - Features on January 13, 2026
Even with fewer options on the road than ever, it's not all doom and gloom for the manual transmission. Here's what we […]
BMW Skytop Stuns At Singapore Motorshow 2026
by Adrian Padeanu (BMW BLOG) on January 13, 2026
Traditional auto shows may be past their prime, but they still hold enough relevance for automakers. BMW kicked off the […]
Lewis Hamilton's new trading card has a real diamond embedded in it
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 13, 2026
Topps has offered a first look at a one-of-one Lewis Hamilton "Diamond Anniversary" card that has a genuine diamond […]
This $100,000 Honda Civic Brings Race Craft to the Road
by Nik Berg (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on January 13, 2026
Can a Honda Civic, even a Type R, really end up at over six figures? If it’s built by a high-profile Japanese race […]
Kia Surprises With A New Manual-Shift Wagon
by Official - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on January 13, 2026
The K4 gets a longer roof in Europe, where wagons still matter.
How Isack Hadjar bounced back from Australian GP disaster: "My world collapsed"
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 13, 2026
Isack Hadjar has opened up about how he has managed to bounce back from difficult moments in his racing career, […]
“S*** happens” – how 2025 mistakes made McLaren a stronger F1 team
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 13, 2026
McLaren boss Zak Brown has vowed that his squad's errors from the 2025 Formula 1 season will only make it stronger in […]
F1 2025 mistakes made McLaren "better as a team", says Brown
by Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 13, 2026
McLaren boss Zak Brown has vowed that his squad's errors from the 2025 Formula 1 season will only make it stronger in […]
Doohan leaves Alpine ahead of F1 2026
by Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 13, 2026
Jack Doohan is leaving the Alpine Formula 1 team for the 2026 season.A product of the Alpine Academy since his Formula […]
Jack Doohan leaves Alpine as rumoured Super Formula switch looms
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 13, 2026
Jack Doohan is leaving the Alpine Formula 1 team for the 2026 season.A product of the Alpine Academy since his Formula […]
The Mercedes G-Class Just Had The Best Sales Year Ever
by Sales - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on January 13, 2026
Surprisingly, the electric G 'substantially contributed' to the record-breaking 2025.
Nico Rosberg closes $100m fund as he thanks F1 lessons for incredible VC performance
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 12, 2026
Nico Rosberg's venture capital firm, Rosberg Ventures, has now shot beyond $200million in assets under management after […]
The Rookie's Guide to Formula 1 Terms: F1 Jargon Explained
by Motorsport - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on January 12, 2026
If 'Drive to Survive' got you hooked but the broadcasts leave you lost, start here.
Onboard a 300 SLR at the 1000 Miglia Experience UAE
by John Mayhead (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on January 12, 2026
Sometimes in this job, you have to pinch yourself. Over the years, I’ve done some cool things in some cool cars, but […]
BMW M Nearly Built a V6 M5 — The Motorsport Experiment That Almost Changed Everything
by Steven Paul (BMW BLOG) on January 12, 2026
When you think of BMW engines, “six cylinders” is probably one of the first identifying characteristics called to […]
These Luxury Car Brands Were The Top Sellers In 2025
by Sales - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on January 12, 2026
Spoiler alert: A German automaker took the top spot last year.
The 2026 Shelby Super Snake Is An 830-HP Monster Mustang
by Official - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on January 12, 2026
Shelby is only building 300 of them for the United States, with a starting price of $175,885.
What Do We Drive? Inside The Motor1 Staff Garage
by Motor1.com - Features on January 12, 2026
Old Mustangs, modern performance cars—and even a Skoda. Here's what the Motor1 staff drives.
BMW Comfortably Beats Mercedes In The 2025 Luxury Sales Race
by Adrian Padeanu (BMW BLOG) on January 12, 2026
BMW was among the first automakers to publish its annual sales results last week. Global deliveries slipped by 1.4% to […]
Romain Grosjean reunited with F1 helmet that saved his life in 2020 Bahrain crash
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 12, 2026
Romain Grosjean has been reunited with the Formula 1 race helmet that saved his life during his horrific 2020 Bahrain […]
Is Italdesign’s Honda NSX Tribute the Supercar That Acura Should Have Built?
by Ronan Glon (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on January 12, 2026
Acura chose not to veer into retro territory when it designed the second-generation NSX released for 2017. Italdesign […]
"Most will be overweight" - Why drastic 2026 F1 targets still weigh on teams
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 12, 2026
When Formula 1's newest generation of cars turns up in Barcelona at the end of January for the first collective […]
Every Third MINI Sold Last Year Was A Countryman
by Adrian Padeanu (BMW BLOG) on January 12, 2026
It’s safe to say MINI had a terrific 2025 after selling 288,290 cars. Although far from the record of 372,194 units […]
Why drastic 2026 F1 targets still weigh on teams
by Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 12, 2026
When Formula 1's new generation of cars turn up in Barcelona at the end of January for the first collective shakedown, […]
AI, Affordability, And America: What Will The Auto Industry Look Like In 2026?
by Motor1.com - Features on January 12, 2026
Skyrocketing prices, AI-packed cars, and the return of gas engines could make for an unpredictable year.
Isack Hadjar admits disbelief in first Red Bull interview: "What the hell am I doing here?"
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 12, 2026
Isack Hadjar has given his first interview as a Red Bull Formula 1 driver ahead of the 2026 season, when he will join […]
BMW ALPINA Models Will ‘Master Performance And Comfort’
by Adrian Padeanu (BMW BLOG) on January 12, 2026
The ALPINA brand we grew up with effectively died on December 31, 2025. As of January 1, it goes by the BMW ALPINA name […]
Pierre Gasly reveals the "make-or-break" season that defined his career
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on January 12, 2026
Pierre Gasly described the 2013 Formula Renault 2.0 season as the most pressure he has ever felt in his life.Describing […]
Alfa Romeo Gives Giulia Wings
by Nik Berg (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on January 12, 2026
Alfa Romeo’s Bottegafuoriserie department, the company’s new bespoke tailoring outfit, has produced the most […]

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