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They feature better processors, additional RAM and more storage. Akai just released new versions of its MPC One sampler and MPC Key 37 workstation. Both of these gadgets were already extremely useful, but these refreshes bring in improved specs. To that end, they feature new 8-core processors that should speed things up and allow for larger projects. There’s also now 4GB of RAM, instead of 2GB, and 64GB of internal storage, versus 32GB. The company promises “dramatically faster load times, larger project capacity and smoother standalone sessions.” Both machines support up to 32 simultaneous virtual instruments and 16 concurrent stereo…

The station wagon has been an enthusiast darling in the car world for a couple of decades now, especially in the wake of tall and frequently heavy SUVs and crossovers. As such, when Porsche launched wagon versions of its excellent-driving Taycan electric sedan, car enthusiasts cheered. So, it brings us no pleasure to report that lovely long-roof luxury machines have reached the end of the road in America. 2022 Porsceh Taycan GTS Sport Turismo Exterior Finished In RedPorsche It’s The Same Old Story The news comes just after Porsche revealed updates to the 2027 Taycan, which include a larger standard…

Canada’s new‑vehicle market extended its slowdown in May, marking the eighth consecutive month of year‑over‑year declines and reinforcing signs of a prolonged softening in consumer demand, according to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants. The group estimated May sales at 184,000 units, down 1.7 per cent from 187,000 in May 2025. The result comes in what is traditionally the strongest sales month of the year, highlighting the market’s inability to regain pre‑pandemic momentum. “There had been hopes that the market may crack the 190,000 barrier in what is traditionally the biggest sales month of the year but, alas, that elusive mark (last reached…

Automotive Maserati is heading into 2027 with a welcome round of updates that touch nearly every important part of its current lineup. The GranTurismo, GranCabrio, and Grecale are all receiving fresh styling, cabin revisions, performance improvements, and added electric range where it matters most. It is not a complete reinvention of the Trident brand’s offerings, but it is a meaningful refinement that gives each model a little more attitude. The visual changes are subtle enough to preserve Maserati’s familiar Italian elegance, yet there is a more focused edge to the new look. The GranTurismo and GranCabrio adopt a…

China NEV Monthly Sales (CPCA) 2024-2026 Month 2024 2025 2026 January 673,536 744,052 596,000 February 381,626 686,000 464,000 March 718,498 991,000 848,000 April 675,484 905,000 849,000 May 796,811 1,021,000 950,000 June 856,354 1,111,000 1,050,000 July 881,021 987,000 August 1,024,848 1,101,000 September 1,122,467 1,296,000 October 1,195,018 1,282,000 November 1,266,990 1,321,000 December 1,302,599 1,337,000 China passenger NEV retail sales — CPCA 2024 2025 2026 *Jun 2026 figure is CPCA estimate Source: CPCA © CnEVPost CPCA expects China’s June passenger NEV retail sales to rise 10.5% from May, with penetration likely climbing to about 63.6%. CPCA also projects China’s overall passenger vehicle retail…

Hybrid SUVs have become the default choice for many modern families. Buyers want improved fuel economy without fully committing to electric vehicles, and car manufacturers have responded by flooding the market with hybrid crossovers promising impressive efficiency alongside everyday practicality. But as hybrid technology becomes increasingly common, one important reality is becoming harder to ignore: EPA fuel economy figures do not always reflect what owners experience in the real world. And to be frank, one Korean SUV has recently become a perfect example of that disconnect. Why EPA Fuel Economy Numbers Don’t Always Match Reality Real-World Driving Often Tells A…

The biggest car news and reviews, no BS Our free daily newsletter sends the stories that really matter directly to you, every weekday. Good morning. Welcome to The Downshift, or TDS for short, The Drive‘s morning news roundup that gathers all the largest automotive stories from around the globe and places them in one spot. Here’s a distillation of what’s bubbling accompanied by links for full stories for those seeking more information as we shift into Thursday, June 18, 2026. 🔊 The latest episode of The Drivecast, The Drive’s new weekly podcast, is now live on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.…

AAA may be best known for roadside assistance and travel services, but the organization is now taking a much closer interest in electric bicycles and electric scooters as their popularity continues to surge across the US. This week, AAA – The Auto Club Group announced a new safety initiative called “E-Ride Ready,” a campaign designed to educate families about e-bike and e-scooter safety ahead of the busy summer riding season. The campaign centers around a free E-Ride Safety Guide that aims to help parents better understand how e-bikes and e-scooters work, where they can legally be ridden, and how to…

Lego has revealed the latest in its Technic Ultimate Car Concept Series, and it’s probably the most exotic yet. The company has joined forces with Koenigsegg to create a huge 1:8-scale version of the Sadair’s Spear megacar. The new Koenigsegg is the sixth model in the Lego Ultimate Car Concept Series, following a Porsche 911 GT3 RS, Bugatti Chiron, Lamborghini Sián, Ferrari Daytona SP3 and McLaren P1. The company reveals a new product every two years and they are eagerly anticipated by collectors. To celebrate the launch of the new set, Lego chose to push a life-size 1:1 recreation down…

KAIST researchers have developed an AI vision method built for a problem phone makers can’t ignore forever. Upsample Anything rebuilds high-resolution visual features from compressed image data, aiming to make on-device AI sharper without demanding a much bigger memory budget. Phones already lean on compression to keep camera-based intelligence moving quickly. The tradeoff is that small objects, thin edges, and subtle defects can get stripped away before a vision system has enough detail to work with. The KAIST-led team’s headline number is hard to miss. It says Upsample Anything can restore visual information close to the original image while improving…