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Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series Previewed as Homologation Model
by Ronan Glon (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on March 24, 2026
That didn’t take long. Mercedes-AMG announced the return of the Black Series nameplate in February 2026, and it just […]
Chevrolet May Ditch One Of Its Most Hated Transmissions: Report
by Manufacturing / Production - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on March 24, 2026
Chevrolet is allegedly swapping the Equinox’s CVT for an eight-speed automatic in the front-wheel-drive model.
The BMW That Introduced the V12 Turns 40: Remembering the E32 7 Series
by Steven Paul (BMW BLOG) on March 24, 2026
Forty years ago, BMW introduced a car that redefined what the brand’s flagship could be. Launched in 1986, the E32 7 […]
The Dodge Durango R/T Now Comes Standard With The 392 Hemi V8
by Official - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on March 24, 2026
Dodge will offer a first-year Launch Edition with lots of standard features and a starting price just over $50,000.
Audi F1 engine earns praise from competition: It's "very, very good"
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 24, 2026
Ayao Komatsu has rebuffed suggestions that being a Ferrari customer should give Haas an advantage in the 2026 Formula 1 […]
The 2026 Aston Martin DBX S Is Borderline Absurd: Review
by Motor1.com - Reviews on March 24, 2026
Does $131,000 of icing make Aston Martin’s lovely DBX a better cake?
Rolls-Royce Coachbuilt Collection Is For The Most Exclusive Cars
by Adrian Padeanu (BMW BLOG) on March 24, 2026
While most automakers focus on volume, Rolls-Royce has always prioritized high-margin cars. It has never sold more than […]
Ferrari pushes energy recovery to the limit: How its strategy will change at Suzuka
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 24, 2026
Ferrari is looking for confirmation in Japan. The Scuderia, considered the only real alternative to Mercedes in the […]
Lamborghini's Next Model Won't Be Another SUV
by Supercars - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on March 24, 2026
CEO Stephan Winkelmann says he wants a grand touring car, which could come in the form of the Lanzador.
Lamborghini's Next Model Won't Be Another SUV
by Manufacturing / Production - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on March 24, 2026
CEO Stephan Winkelmann says he wants a grand touring car, which could come in the form of the Lanzador.
BMW Details The i3’s Biggest Change From Concept To Production
by Adrian Padeanu (BMW BLOG) on March 24, 2026
Although the 2023 Vision Neue Klasse signaled a fresh design direction at BMW, the first production model wasn’t a […]
The New Maybach S-Class Keeps The V12 Engine, But Not Everywhere
by Official - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on March 24, 2026
The flagship Mercedes sedan gets an even bigger grille and illuminated emblems.
Pirelli's plan to combat continuous one-stop races in F1 2026
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 24, 2026
Pitstop strategy is often a decisive factor during Formula 1 grands prix with Hungary in 2019 being a classic example […]
Haas launches bold Godzilla livery for F1 Japanese GP
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 24, 2026
The Haas Formula 1 team has joined Racing Bulls in launching a special livery for this weekend’s Japanese Grand Prix […]
Rolls-Royce Announces New Coachbuild Collection
by Nik Berg (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on March 24, 2026
Following the success of its multi-million dollar Sweptail and Boat Tail (above), Rolls-Royce is launching a “new […]
Mazda Promises To Keep The Next Miata Under 2,200 Pounds
by Official - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on March 24, 2026
It's likely to skip electrification because the 'technology is very heavy.'
Lewis Hamilton backed for Ferrari resurgence as James Hinchcliffe spots major change
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 23, 2026
James Hinchcliffe defiantly stated during the F1 Nation podcast that 'Lewis Hamilton is back,' arguing that 'this is […]
German Court Kills DUH’s Climate Lawsuit Against BMW and Mercedes
by Horatiu Boeriu (BMW BLOG) on March 23, 2026
Deutsche Umwelthilfe has lost its bid to drag BMW and Mercedes into a 2030 combustion engine phase-out through the […]
Max Verstappen Mercedes talks "going to happen", according to Jolyon Palmer
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 23, 2026
Former Formula 1 driver and F1 TV pundit Jolyon Palmer is confident that conversations between Max Verstappen and […]
The First BMW with a Tesla Charging Port Is Already on Sale in the US
by Horatiu Boeriu (BMW BLOG) on March 23, 2026
While the U.S. market is still months away for the all-new BMW iX3 and the revived BMW i3, the North American branch is […]
A Manual C8 Corvette Isn't Happening: 'We Don't Have Any Plans'
by Manufacturing / Production - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on March 23, 2026
According to Chevy, buyers still prefer automatics.
A Manual C8 Corvette Isn't Happening: 'We Don't Have Any Plans'
by Supercars - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on March 23, 2026
According to Chevy, buyers still prefer automatics.
F1 fans amused as Toto Wolff's son backs Fernando Alonso over Mercedes drivers
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 23, 2026
Formula 1 fans have applauded Toto Wolff's son, Jack, for choosing two-time champion Fernando Alonso as his favourite […]
Luxembourg’s Police Is Getting 81 New BMWs — Including 56 X3s
by Horatiu Boeriu (BMW BLOG) on March 23, 2026
Luxembourg’s Grand Ducal Police is adding 81 new BMWs to its fleet this year, including 56 X3s destined for frontline […]
Six-Speed TREMEC Manual for C8 Corvette “Is Not Real,” Per Corvette Chief
by Nathan Petroelje (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on March 23, 2026
In early November of last year, we ran a story detailing a new six-speed manual that could, theoretically, fit into the […]
Audi's F1 Boss Is Already Leaving For A Rival Team: Report
by Motorsport - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on March 23, 2026
Jonathan Wheatley leaves the struggling Audi F1 team to manage the struggling Aston Martin F1 team.
How Toto Wolff became the billionaire Mercedes F1 team boss
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 23, 2026
Torger Christian “Toto” Wolff – born to a Polish mother and a Romanian father – caught the motorsport bug when […]
An Iconic BMW Tuner Is Shutting Down After 40 Years
by Corporate / Financial - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on March 23, 2026
Economic headwinds and declining interest are facing AC Schnitzer to close.
2027 BMW 7 Series Imagined Ahead Of Next Month’s Reveal
by Adrian Padeanu (BMW BLOG) on March 23, 2026
Not long to go until BMW finally takes the wraps off the 7 Series facelift. It’s safe to say the LCI has been a long […]
Fernando Alonso to skip F1 Japanese GP FP1
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 23, 2026
Fernando Alonso will sit out Free Practice 1 at Formula 1’s Japanese Grand Prix, ceding his Aston Martin AMR26 to […]
This Time It’s Official: Gerry McGovern Steps Down as JLR’s Head of Design
by Ronan Glon (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on March 23, 2026
Gerry McGovern has stepped down from his role as head of design for Jaguar-Land Rover. We’ve written these words […]
Toyota Is Making New Dashboards For A 30-Year-Old Sports Car
by Official - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on March 23, 2026
Since 2019, Toyota has reissued and reproduced over 300 parts for eight classic models, like the 2000GT and Land […]
George Russell facing new Mercedes threat as David Coulthard issues Kimi Antonelli verdict
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 23, 2026
Former Formula 1 driver David Coulthard has discussed the intra-team battle that is forming at Mercedes after Kimi […]
BMW Explains Why The New Cars Have A Wide Upper Display
by Adrian Padeanu (BMW BLOG) on March 23, 2026
You saw it last year on the second-generation iX3 crossover and a few days ago on the new i3 sedan. Panoramic Vision is […]
Kimi Antonelli sparks Max Verstappen team-up hopes as he watches Nürburgring race
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 23, 2026
Formula 1 fans were left hoping Kimi Antonelli and Max Verstappen could team up in the future as the Italian driver […]
BMW Brings ALPINA’s Quad Exhaust Design Into The New Era
by Adrian Padeanu (BMW BLOG) on March 23, 2026
Hard to believe three years have already passed since the BMW Group acquired the rights to the ALPINA name. Because the […]
What Even Is Drivetrain Loss?
by Motor1.com - Features on March 23, 2026
When you hear about a 15-percent drivetrain loss, is that a realistic number? We break it down.
April F1 break may be “a bit of a disadvantage” for Red Bull
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 23, 2026
The cancellation of the Bahrain and Jeddah grands prix may be detrimental to Red Bull – unlike some other Formula 1 […]
2027 Nissan Z Debuts In The US With Updates Inside And Out
by Official - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on March 23, 2026
The lesser trims receive a facelift, while the Nismo finally gets a manual gearbox.
Nissan Teases Tweaks to the 2027 Z-Car Lineup
by Stefan Lombard (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on March 23, 2026
When last we wrote about the latest news in the Nissan Z realm, we had just learned that the Japanese carmaker was […]
Mario Andretti shares encouraging Cadillac F1 progress update ahead of Japanese GP
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 23, 2026
Mario Andretti has reflected on the start of the season for the new Cadillac Formula 1 team, sharing encouraging news […]
AC Schnitzer Tunes Out After Almost 40 Years
by Nik Berg (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on March 23, 2026
BMW performance parts and tuning outfit AC Schnitzer is to shut its doors. AC Schnitzer served the BMW aftermarket for […]
"We know it’s not right” – why Carlos Sainz still doesn’t like F1’s new era
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 23, 2026
Criticism of Formula 1’s new regulations has been growing among some factions of the paddock, and Williams’ Carlos […]
Guenther Steiner makes bold Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc prediction for 2026 F1 season
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 23, 2026
Guenther Steiner has backed Charles Leclerc to beat Lewis Hamilton in the 2026 Formula 1 season.While the seven-time […]
Toyota Gives The New FJ Cruiser A Retro Makeover You Can't Buy
by Official - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on March 23, 2026
Off-road and street versions are shown alongside a camper conversion.
Next BMW i5 Could Ditch the Shared Platform and Go Its Own Electric Way
by Horatiu Boeriu (BMW BLOG) on March 22, 2026
The next-generation BMW i5 will most likely be built on a dedicated all-electric platform, cutting its ties with the […]
David Coulthard questions driver impact of Aston Martin vibration problems with strong stance
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 22, 2026
Former Formula 1 driver David Coulthard believes that the vibration issues that Aston Martin is battling against are […]
Volkswagen Reveals More Details About Its New Small SUV
by Design - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on March 22, 2026
The Volkswagen ID. Cross is an important model for the brand.
F1 fans left 'jaw-dropped' as Racing Bulls Japanese GP livery sparks huge reaction
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 22, 2026
Formula 1 fans have delivered their verdict on Racing Bulls' special Japanese Grand Prix livery.The Italian team […]
Every race engineer in F1 2026
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 22, 2026
More than ever, race engineers are the drivers’ backbone in Formula 1. All communication – whether it concerns […]
David Croft issues Kimi Antonelli title warning after Chinese Grand Prix win
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 22, 2026
Sky Sports Formula 1 commentator David Croft has argued that no one should be putting pressure on Mercedes' Kimi […]
Cadillac’s unexpected April F1 break will be “quite beneficial”
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 22, 2026
Formula 1’s unexpected April break will be “quite beneficial” to the nascent Cadillac team, Valtteri Bottas […]
Mario Andretti shares early verdict on Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez at Cadillac: "A bit rusty"
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 22, 2026
1978 Formula 1 champion Mario Andretti, who is on the board of directors of the Cadillac F1 team, has admitted that […]
Why Haas is the early surprise of F1 2026
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 22, 2026
The talk through pre-season testing for the 2026 Formula 1 campaign was that last year's top four teams - McLaren, […]
Racing Bulls show off stunning special Japanese GP livery at Red Bull Tokyo Drift event
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 22, 2026
Racing Bulls has unveiled a striking special livery for the upcoming Japanese Grand Prix.The team revealed the livery, […]
BMW Would Make Range-Extenders Fun To Drive, If They Return
by Adrian Padeanu (BMW BLOG) on March 22, 2026
Along with the Chevrolet Volt, the BMW i3 was among the first production cars to feature a range-extending gasoline […]
BMW’s Fresh Design Brings ‘Distinct Character’ To Every Car
by Adrian Padeanu (BMW BLOG) on March 22, 2026
With the iX3 and i3, BMW is moving toward a new design language that will extend to other body styles. Beyond SUVs and […]
F1 announces 2026 Sim Racing World Championship season opener at DreamHack Birmingham
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 21, 2026
Formula 1 has announced that the 2026 Sim Racing World Championship will kick off at the global Esports and gaming […]
New C8 Corvette Grand Sport Makes A Surprise Debut
by Official - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on March 21, 2026
Chevrolet pulled the cover off the long-awaited Grand Sport model at the 12 Hours of Sebring race.
Exclusive: C8 Corvette Grand Sport Revealed at Sebring with Roger Penske’s Help
by Steven Cole Smith (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on March 21, 2026
Thursday afternoon we were on a roped-off taxiway at the Sebring Regional Airport, close enough to Sebring […]
Kimi Antonelli would “love” to do a GT race with Max Verstappen
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 21, 2026
Mercedes Formula 1 driver Kimi Antonelli has expressed a desire to team up with Max Verstappen for an endurance race, […]
BMW Rejected Vertical Grille For The i3 Sedan Because It Looked ‘Too Retro’
by Adrian Padeanu (BMW BLOG) on March 21, 2026
BMW has been designing cars for nearly a century, and we can’t even fathom how many sketches were left on the […]
Eight shock Formula 1 team principal changes
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 21, 2026
2007 - Ferrari hero Ross Brawn moves to HondaHaving played a key role in every world title won by Michael Schumacher as […]
BMW Still Enjoys Strong Demand For Sedans Despite SUV Boom
by Adrian Padeanu (BMW BLOG) on March 21, 2026
BMW may have kicked off the Neue Klasse revolution with the iX3, but the i3 isn’t far behind. Less than a year […]
BMW’s Head of Design Went to a Skid Pad to Defend the New Two-Spoke Steering Wheel
by Horatiu Boeriu (BMW BLOG) on March 20, 2026
The wheel in question has two spokes — not three, not four — positioned at six and twelve o’clock. It’s the […]
Sebastian Vettel and Tom Clarkson to run London Marathon for two F1-related charities
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 20, 2026
Four-time Formula 1 champion Sebastian Vettel will join F1 journalist Tom Clarkson to run the London Marathon to raise […]
Jonathan Wheatley's Audi exit sparks strong reaction from Formula 1 fans
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 20, 2026
Formula 1 fans have shared their verdict on Jonathan Wheatley's shock exit from his role as Audi team principal.Audi […]
This UK Shop Is Building Your Dream Audi Quattro With V8 Power
by Design - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on March 20, 2026
If Audi continued making the Ur-Quattro, it might ditch the five-cylinder for proper V8 power—like this upcoming […]
This Is Alfa Romeo's Porsche Boxster Rival That Never Happened
by Design - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on March 20, 2026
Former Alfa Romeo designer Manuel Diaz reveals a sketch for a car that would have taken on the Porsche Boxster.
Guenther Steiner rules out Kimi Antonelli in 2026 F1 title fight despite China win
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 20, 2026
Guenther Steiner has shot down claims that Kimi Antonelli could fight for the Formula 1 drivers' championship in […]
Jaguar's Design Boss Is Officially Leaving The Company
by Industry - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on March 20, 2026
Gerry McGovern departs JLR at the end of the month to start his own creative consultancy.
Jaguar's Design Boss Is Officially Leaving The Company
by Design - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on March 20, 2026
Gerry McGovern departs JLR at the end of the month to start his own creative consultancy.
Bradley Lord: Who is Mercedes' new F1 deputy team principal?
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 20, 2026
Mercedes announced a reshuffle of its Formula 1 team's managerial structure with Bradley Lord stepping up to become […]
Hyundai's New Pickup Could Use The Chevy Colorado Platform: Report
by Manufacturing / Production - Automotive News and Trends | Motor1.com on March 20, 2026
GM and Hyundai's new jointly developed pickup will likely be exclusive to Central and South American markets.
"We're going to win races" - Zak Brown calls for McLaren to regroup after tough start to F1 2026
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 20, 2026
McLaren CEO Zak Brown attempted to reinvigorate his team ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix, following a tough start to […]
Ayrton Senna’s debut F1 car heads to auction with seven-figure estimate
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 20, 2026
A 1984 Toleman TG183B Formula 1 car, driven by three-time champion and F1 legend Ayrton Senna on his debut in the […]
It’s Still a Bull Market for Lamborghini
by Nik Berg (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on March 20, 2026
Lamborghini smashed its own sales records in 2025, selling more than 10,000 cars for the third year in a row. In total, […]
Mercedes names Bradley Lord as deputy F1 team principal
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 20, 2026
Mercedes has appointed Bradley Lord as its deputy team principal to support Toto Wolff in the management of the Formula […]
Jonathan Wheatley officially leaves Audi, before replacing Adrian Newey at Aston Martin
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 20, 2026
Jonathan Wheatley is leaving the Audi Formula 1 team with immediate effect, ahead of his impending move to Aston […]
Rolls-Royce Won’t Go EV-Only by 2030 After All
by Ronan Glon (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on March 20, 2026
The skepticism surrounding the EV segment has reached the upper echelons of the automotive industry. Lamborghini […]
How Fernando Alonso’s terrifying 2016 Australian GP crash broke down barriers
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 20, 2026
March 20, 2016 remains one of those days when Formula 1 frightened us, but also demonstrated its continuous progress in […]
Alpine now targets McLaren, Red Bull, Ferrari: “We have the potential to be in that pack”
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 20, 2026
Pierre Gasly believes the Alpine Formula 1 team has the required potential to challenge the likes of McLaren, Ferrari […]
Aston Martin dealt major blow as David Croft predicts long fix for vibration problem
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 20, 2026
Sky Sports Formula 1 commentator David Croft has issued a stark warning about Aston Martin's major vibration issues.The […]
Jolyon Palmer dismisses Lewis Hamilton regret claims after Kimi Antonelli's Chinese GP win
by Motorsport.com - Formula 1 - Stories on March 20, 2026
Former Formula 1 driver and F1 TV pundit Jolyon Palmer has shot down claims that Lewis Hamilton may have mixed emotions […]
Audacious Automotive’s Audi UR Quattro is an RS4 Underneath
by Nik Berg (Read the latest News stories from car lovers like you - Hagerty Media) on March 20, 2026
A British backdating startup is building a tribute to the Audi UR Quattro using the bones of the B7 RS4. Audacious […]

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