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MINI USA Returns to Rally Racing With 2026 ARA Season
by Horatiu Boeriu (BMW BLOG) on February 4, 2026
MINI USA has committed to a full 2026 American Rally Association season, marking the brand’s return to factory-backed […]
Dead: Kia Niro PHEV
by Industry - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on February 4, 2026
Kia is killing off its forgotten Niro plug-in hybrid for the 2026 model year.
Dead: Kia Niro PHEV
by Official - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on February 4, 2026
Kia is killing off its forgotten Niro plug-in hybrid for the 2026 model year.
Ed Iskenderian, “The Camfather,” Has Passed Away at Age 104
by Brandan Gillogly (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on February 4, 2026
It was just last September when we sat down with automotive legend Ed Iskenderian for our final interview with […]
2026 BMW 550e Review: Better Than the M5 (Seriously)
by Sean Kealey (BMW BLOG) on February 4, 2026
Back in 2020, I remember seeing the news about the G30 BMW 5 Series facelift. In Germany, they got a new plug-in hybrid […]
Spotted: Mitsubishi’s Montero Successor Looks Burly
by Nathan Petroelje (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on February 4, 2026
Oh boy, here we go. Spy photographers have captured what’s believed to be a test mule for a Mitsubishi Montero (also […]
Williams finally hits the track with 2026 F1 car in Silverstone shakedown
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 4, 2026
The 2026 Williams Formula 1 car finally hit the track for the first time with a shakedown at Silverstone just a week […]
Williams F1 2026 car finally hits the track with Silverstone shakedown
by Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 4, 2026
The 2026 Williams Formula 1 car finally hit the track for the first time with a shakedown at Silverstone just a week […]
China Has A Plan To Avoid European Tariffs: Team Up With Ford
by Manufacturing / Production - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on February 4, 2026
Ford's Spanish plant in Valencia is at the center of talks to get around EU tariffs on Chinese EVs.
China Has A Plan To Avoid European Tariffs: Team Up With Ford
by Industry - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on February 4, 2026
Ford's Spanish plant in Valencia is at the center of talks to get around EU tariffs on Chinese EVs.
Footage of Daniel Ricciardo's reaction to Max Verstappen taking No. 3 surfaces
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 4, 2026
Footage has surfaced of Daniel Ricciardo's reaction to seeing Max Verstappen with his no. 3 on his cap for the first […]
Ford Bronco Raptor 4600 Is Part Race Truck, Part Rolling Laboratory
by Ronan Glon (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on February 4, 2026
Ford is returning to the King of the Hammers, a famously tough one-day off-road race, in 2026. It’s entering five […]
Haas has tried to leave "door open" for F1 2026 development trends - Komatsu
by Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 4, 2026
Although every Formula 1 team has some degree of confidence that it has chosen the best platform for 2026's new rules, […]
Adrian Newey on 2026 Aston Martin - "I never look at my designs as aggressive"
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 4, 2026
Aston Martin's Adrian Newey doesn't feel his eye-catching AMR26 is "aggressive", as his first design for his new […]
The Ram Dakota Will Be A 'Real Truck,' Promises CEO
by Design - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on February 4, 2026
It must have real capability if it's going to compete with the Toyota Tacoma, Ford Ranger, and Chevrolet Colorado.
The Ram Dakota Will Be A 'Real Truck,' Promises CEO
by Manufacturing / Production - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on February 4, 2026
It must have real capability if it's going to compete with the Toyota Tacoma, Ford Ranger, and Chevrolet Colorado.
Stefano Domenicali sets out F1’s vision for 2026 as Apple TV partnership begins
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 4, 2026
Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has set out his vision for the upcoming season as the Apple TV partnership begins, […]
Williams: Burning fuel may be key to having enough battery power to finish F1 lap
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 4, 2026
The issue is highly topical and risks becoming a thorny subject: the electric motor in Formula 1’s new power units […]
Max Verstappen reveals how he maintains a "super simple" life amid F1 success
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 4, 2026
Max Verstappen has revealed how he stays grounded and maintains his mindset in the whirlwind of Formula 1. The […]
Christian Horner addresses Alpine rumours as he discusses F1 return
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 4, 2026
Former Red Bull boss Christian Horner has addressed rumours linking him to a return to Formula 1.After leaving his role […]
Lando Norris visits old school in a heartwarming day children "won’t forget"
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 4, 2026
Fresh off the winter break after his 2025 Formula 1 championship win, Lando Norris returned to his former primary […]
This BMW X9 Rendering Imagines An Unlikely Near Future
by Adrian Padeanu (BMW BLOG) on February 4, 2026
As someone born and raised in Europe, I can’t fathom the need for an SUV bigger than the X7. But BMW understands […]
Lando Norris: Have to accept that others may "do better" with F1 2026 rule switch
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 4, 2026
Lando Norris is eager to discover how rival Formula 1 teams have interpreted the new ruleset for the forthcoming […]
Buckle Up, The Final Fast & Furious Film Has A Release Date
by Nik Berg (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on February 4, 2026
The twelfth and final film in the Fast & Furious franchise will be titled Fast Forever and hit movie theaters on […]
BMW i3 Electric Sedan Enters Pre-Production In Munich
by Adrian Padeanu (BMW BLOG) on February 4, 2026
Although it’s been nearly four years since BMW produced the last i3 hatchback, the name never truly disappeared. That […]
You Can Buy The New Mercedes S-Class Without Leather
by Design - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on February 4, 2026
But leather is a no-cost option.
Progress but no title battle - Williams on its F1 2026 ambitions
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 4, 2026
Williams Formula 1 team boss James Vowles says the jump from fifth to fourth will be "exponentially more difficult" as […]
George Russell warns of Max Verstappen F1 title threat despite new Red Bull engine
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 4, 2026
George Russell is eager to contest a Formula 1 title battle against Max Verstappen in 2026 with the Mercedes driver […]
Russell eager for F1 2026 title battle against Verstappen
by Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 4, 2026
George Russell is eager to contest a Formula 1 title battle against Max Verstappen in 2026 with the Mercedes driver […]
This Manual Hypercar Is Inching Closer To Production
by Supercars - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on February 3, 2026
A second Capricorn 01 Zagato prototype debuts ahead of customer deliveries later this year.
This Manual Hypercar Is Inching Closer To Production
by Official - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on February 3, 2026
A second Capricorn 01 Zagato prototype debuts ahead of customer deliveries later this year.
James Vowles explains the gamble that caused Williams to miss the Barcelona test
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 3, 2026
Williams team principal James Vowles has explained the context behind the team missing the private test at […]
BMW iX3 Battery: Why US Gets 112.2 kWh vs Europe’s 108
by Horatiu Boeriu (BMW BLOG) on February 3, 2026
BMW of North America just confirmed the US iX3 50 xDrive gets 112.2 kWh of usable battery capacity. The European […]
Why Will Roger Penske Skip Le Mans? We Explain.
by Steven Cole Smith (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on February 3, 2026
The handful of journalists gathered in Roger Penske’s motorhome for an interview had no way of knowing that, in a […]
We Tested the BMW iX3 Drifting on Frozen Swedish Lakes
by Horatiu Boeriu (BMW BLOG) on February 3, 2026
The frozen lake in Ostersund, Sweden stretches wide and flat under grey winter skies—an ideal canvas for testing how […]
Adrian Newey’s blunt take on AI: Why Aston Martin isn't using ChatGPT to develop
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 3, 2026
Adrian Newey, now leading the Aston Martin Formula 1 team into 2026 as team principal, has commented on the use of AI […]
Cadillac F1 teases new Tommy Hilfiger merch line with imminent release
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 3, 2026
Cadillac has teased a new merchandise line with Tommy Hilfiger, which will be released on 5 February ahead of the […]
BMW M Launches AREA M Experience Centers at Memmingen
by Horatiu Boeriu (BMW BLOG) on February 3, 2026
BMW M is restructuring its customer experience offerings with the launch of AREA M on February 3, 2026, adding […]
Williams F1 livery divides fans with one aspect continuing to receive praise
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 3, 2026
Williams unveiled its highly anticipated livery for the upcoming 2026 Formula 1 season today to much fanfare. After […]
2026 MINI Countryman EV Gains More Range, New Hardware, and JCW Style
by Steven Paul (BMW BLOG) on February 3, 2026
It might be surprising to some, but the MINI Countryman represents nearly a third of MINI’s total sales. The EV […]
Honda Tells a Tale of Three Preludes at Retromobile
by Ronan Glon (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on February 3, 2026
Although small, the Honda display at Retromobile 2026 celebrated the Prelude. The nameplate recently returned from a […]
Mustang GTD-Powered Capricorn Zagato 01 Stuns at Retromobile, Inches Closer to Production
by Ronan Glon (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on February 3, 2026
Bertone isn’t the only Italian coachbuilder that wants to plant its stake in the lucrative world of niche, low-volume […]
This is the mechanic with the most stressful job in the F1 pitlane
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 3, 2026
A Formula 1 pitstop is a carefully choreographed display of precision, agility and speed that sees teams replace all […]
Bertone Runabout Meets Its Predecessor at Retromobile
by Ronan Glon (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on February 3, 2026
Bertone’s distinctive B-shaped emblem has appeared on dozens of cars, including wild, one-off concepts and […]
Ronnie Fieg Shows His Amazing BMW M Collection On Camera
by Adrian Padeanu (BMW BLOG) on February 3, 2026
We’ve featured Ronnie Fieg’s cars at great length, but it’s a real treat to see so many under the same roof. In a […]
This is every 2026 Formula 1 car we’ve seen so far
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 3, 2026
It’s all change in Formula 1 this year, as the series rolls out radical new rules that will upend the chassis and […]
Williams launches 2026 F1 car livery
by Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 3, 2026
Williams has unveiled the livery for its delayed 2026 Formula 1 car.The FW48 will feature a mainly dark blue and black […]
Williams unveils 2026 F1 car livery
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 3, 2026
Williams has unveiled the livery for its delayed 2026 Formula 1 car.The FW48 will feature a mainly dark blue and black […]
Long-Wheelbase BMW X3 Stretches Out On China’s Roads
by Adrian Padeanu (BMW BLOG) on February 3, 2026
From most angles, you can’t immediately tell that this X3 looks any different from the one at your local BMW dealer. […]
Max Verstappen rules out F1 management role after retirement as he opens up on future
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 3, 2026
Max Verstappen has confirmed that he does not see himself returning to Formula 1 in a management role when he decides […]
This AI Viper Shooting Brake Could Become Reality. We Talked To Its Creator
by Design - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on February 3, 2026
Sebastian Simonsson used sketches and AI to turn a Viper into a Shooting Brake—and it’s drawing so much attention […]
Kimi Antonelli: Racing will be like “speed chess” in F1 2026
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 3, 2026
Mercedes’ Andrea Kimi Antonelli has likened upcoming Formula 1 racing to “speed chess” based on the world […]
BMW 7 Series Nero Lusso Debuts With Dark Accents
by Adrian Padeanu (BMW BLOG) on February 3, 2026
While we’re waiting for the 7 Series LCI to break cover, BMW has found the time to sneak in yet another special […]
Williams lands major deal with British bank as Santander drops off team partner list
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 3, 2026
Williams has announced a new partnership with Barclays ahead of the 2026 Formula 1 season, marking the British bank's […]
Aston Martin suffered four-month delay with 2026 F1 car design
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 3, 2026
Adrian Newey has revealed Aston Martin didn’t start its 2026 wind tunnel programme until mid-April 2025, which […]
Aston Martin was four months late with 2026 F1 car design, Newey reveals
by Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 3, 2026
Adrian Newey has revealed Aston Martin didn’t start its 2026 wind tunnel programme until mid-April 2025, which […]
How energy management could turn F1 2026 into “speed chess”
by Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 3, 2026
The 2026 Formula 1 regulations do not only represent a major shake-up for all designers and engineers behind the scenes […]
Singer Recruits Red Bull to Build a Stiffer 911
by Nik Berg (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on February 3, 2026
In a bid to increase the rigidity of its restomods, Singer has turned to the F1 expertise of Red Bull Advanced […]
Why Ayao Komatsu almost walked away from Haas F1 in 2023
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 3, 2026
Haas Formula 1 team principal Ayao Komatsu has revealed that he almost left the American outfit in 2023.Serving as […]
Charles Leclerc ditches modern power for a £2.5million Ferrari classic
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 3, 2026
Charles Leclerc has been filmed arriving in central Monaco in a classic Ferrari 275 GTB, a famed Maranello sports car […]
Haas signs Doohan as reserve driver for F1 2026
by Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 3, 2026
Haas has signed Jack Doohan as a reserve driver for the 2026 Formula 1 campaign.Doohan will join Ryo Hirakawa in the […]
Haas signs former F1 racer as reserve driver
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 3, 2026
Haas has signed Jack Doohan as a reserve driver for the 2026 Formula 1 campaign.Doohan will join Ryo Hirakawa in the […]
Audi Admits It Shouldn't Have Changed Its Naming Strategy
by Industry - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on February 3, 2026
Thankfully, the mistake has already been corrected. Well, mostly.
The challenges facing Williams ahead of F1 2026
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 3, 2026
It’s a demonstration of the merciless nature of Formula 1 that Williams, statistically one of the most successful […]
The challenges facing Williams ahead of F1 2026
by Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 3, 2026
It’s a demonstration of the merciless nature of Formula 1 that Williams, statistically one of the most successful […]
Mercedes announces new development driver signing as full line-up confirmed
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 2, 2026
The Mercedes Formula 1 team has confirmed its full development driver line-up as Formula 2 driver Joshua Dürksen […]
2027 BMW X5 M60: V8 Engine Hints Emerge from Latest Prototypes
by Horatiu Boeriu (BMW BLOG) on February 2, 2026
The fifth-generation BMW X5, codename G65, is coming. We’ve known this for a while, but the latest spy shots of an […]
Is This The 2027 Corvette Grand Sport?
by Spy Shots - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on February 2, 2026
A video shows what may be the upcoming Corvette Grand Sport filming on California's Angeles Crest Highway.
Porsche Might Kill Its Electric Sports Cars: Report
by Manufacturing / Production - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on February 2, 2026
According to reports, the project is suffering from rising costs and development delays. Porsche could scrap it […]
F1 management set for new 93,500 sq ft London headquarters
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 2, 2026
Formula One Management is set to move into a new London headquarters early next year, leasing a 93,500 sq ft […]
BMW and ZF Betting Big on Traditional Transmissions Through 2030s
by Horatiu Boeriu (BMW BLOG) on February 2, 2026
BMW and ZF Friedrichshafen signed a multi-billion-euro supply agreement extending through the late 2030s for ZF’s […]
If You Make Less Than $100,000, You're Probably Not Buying A New Car
by Industry - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on February 2, 2026
Automakers are serving high-income buyers instead, with nearly 30 percent of new-car buyers making over $200,000 a […]
BMW Moves Germany’s Top Executive to Lead China Operations
by Horatiu Boeriu (BMW BLOG) on February 2, 2026
Christian Ach, the executive who has been leading BMW’s home market in the last few years, is heading to China. […]
This Royale-Powered Bugatti Train Is the Bullet Train’s Ancestor
by Ronan Glon (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on February 2, 2026
Since its inception, Bugatti has been known for making cars that are at the intersection of speed and luxury. In the […]
Button switches from Williams to Aston Martin in F1 team ambassador role
by Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 2, 2026
Aston Martin has signed 2009 Formula 1 world champion Jenson Button as its team ambassador on a multi-year deal.Button […]
Martin Brundle predicts Oscar Piastri to come back with a "vengeance" in 2026
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 2, 2026
Martin Brundle believes Oscar Piastri will come back with a vengeance in 2026 after missing out on the 2025 drivers' […]
Jenson Button switches from Williams to Aston Martin
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 2, 2026
Aston Martin has signed 2009 Formula 1 world champion Jenson Button as its team ambassador on a multi-year deal.Button […]
How fears on F1's new rules have been soothed despite downshifting on straights and lift and coast
by Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 2, 2026
After early complaints based on simulator runs, drivers have been cautiously optimistic about the new regulations […]
Mazda Celebrates 35th Anniversary of Its Le Mans Victory at Retromobile
by Ronan Glon (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on February 2, 2026
Mazda took the racing world by surprise when it won the 1991 edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The victory was […]
"F1" movie scores 2026 Grammy with Chris Stapleton after three nominations
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 2, 2026
Awards season is in full swing, and the F1 movie has picked up another trophy as Chris Stapleton won the 2026 GRAMMY […]
BMW Denies The New iX3 Is Sold Out In Europe
by Adrian Padeanu (BMW BLOG) on February 2, 2026
It doesn’t happen very often for BMW to issue a press release specifically to debunk a rumor. The Dutch arm of the […]
How The Rich Are Ruining Classic Car Ownership For The Rest of Us
by Motor1.com - Features on February 2, 2026
The race to build the next six-figure restomod has sent classic car prices skyrocketing. And it's only going to get […]
Kimi Antonelli eyeing F1 2026 title fight with Mercedes currently favourite
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 2, 2026
Andrea Kimi Antonelli is eyeing a 2026 Formula 1 title fight as his Mercedes team enters the year as championship […]
The Aston Martin Vantage S Sharpens Its Edge: Review
by Motor1.com - Reviews on February 2, 2026
With a slight bump in power and some major suspension tweaks, the Vantage S is just more of what makes the Vantage […]
Esteban Ocon predicts early F1 2026 pecking order after Barcelona test
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on February 2, 2026
Esteban Ocon believes Mercedes might be favourite for the 2026 Formula 1 season, while Audi is expected to struggle […]

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