From carbon credits to clean slates — Stellantis’ shift marked the end of an era for the HEMI and the start of something new. Trucks (Archive) Stellantis Ditches Carbon Credits, Says Goodbye to the HEMI V8 (Archive) Stellantis stopped buying Tesla carbon credits and phased out HEMI V8s to save millions, shifting toward EVs and the Hurricane I6.
Photo by Samuele Errico Piccarini / Unsplash Electric Vehicles Lower Screentime: Why Buttons Might Be Making a Comeback in Cars Euro NCAP may soon require physical buttons for key functions, pushing automakers to rethink touchscreens in favor of safer, tactile controls.
The Ford Maverick is extremely versatile - and this just proves it. Trucks Ford Maverick with Custom Camper Build Is an Overlander’s Dream A Ford Maverick First Edition gets a custom-built slide-in camper with solar, water, and a pop-up tent—turning the compact pickup into an overland rig.
GM’s hydrogen-powered Silverado MD could redefine heavy-duty trucking with zero emissions and diesel-like range. Trucks GM Bets on Hydrogen With Silverado MD Pilot Program GM launches a hydrogen fuel-cell Silverado MD pilot program, challenging diesel with 300+ miles of range and zero emissions. Here’s why it matters.
Rivian shifts R2 SUV production to Illinois to save over $2 billion and fast-track its 2026 launch. Electric Vehicles Rivian Hits Pause on Georgia Plant, Consolidates R2 Production in Illinois Rivian pauses construction of its Georgia factory, consolidates R2 SUV production in Illinois to cut costs and speed up the 2026 launch.
Toyota’s $13K Hilux Champ: the minimalist pickup America can’t have. Trucks The Toyota Hilux Champ Proves Why America Needs a Low-Tech Truck The $13K Toyota Hilux Champ proves America needs a simple, affordable work truck. Rugged, versatile, and half the price of today’s compacts.
EV fires can reach 5,000°F — more than twice the heat of lava. Electric Vehicles Fire Departments Aren’t Ready to Combat EV Fires EV fires are burning longer, hotter, and harder to fight — yet many fire departments still aren’t prepared.
Rivian’s next off-road evolution could be hiding behind a new trademark: the R1X. Trucks Rivian R1X: The Next Hardcore Off-Road Electric Truck Rivian may be prepping the R1X, a rugged R1T variant with higher clearance, beefier tires, and adventure-ready upgrades. Here’s what we know.
The 2024 GMC Canyon AT4X AEV Edition is Overland-ready From the Factory Off-Road First Drive: 2024 GMC Canyon AT4X AEV Edition We take the 2024 GMC Canyon AT4X AEV Edition off-road and explore whether this overland-ready rig is worth its premium price tag.
The next-gen ZR2 Bison proves Chevy can build a trail-ready overlander straight from the factory. Off-Road First Drive: 2024 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison — Overlanding Royalty, Factory-Built Chevy’s next-gen Colorado ZR2 Bison delivers 35-inch tires, dual lockers, and serious off-road tech in a factory-ready package. Here’s why it could be the best midsize overlanding truck yet.
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