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Not long ago, cruiser motorcycles used to be these simple mechanical things that gave pleasure out of their relaxed everything: engine, ergonomics, and handling. But today, there is a new generation of cruisers. These have liquid-cooled engines, more technology, and better accessibility. Overall, you get a more reliable product for the kind of money that manufacturers spend on R&D. However, with this influx of tech, stress and failure points have risen, too. So it’s totally fair to consider skipping the modern offerings and sticking with something like an old-school large-capacity Harley-Davidson. Or you could consider one of the new-age bikes…

Earlier this year, Lucid Motors confirmed three new mid-sized models looking to grow company sales with more affordable vehicles. The first to arrive is one called the Cosmos, which should start series production before the end of this year. Now, thanks to some design patent filings, we know what it will look like before Lucid was ready to show it off. Cosmos Design Isn’t Shooting For The Stars Lucid Cosmos Patent DrawingsLucid If you’re expecting a design surprise, then we’re sorry to let you down. The Cosmos, at least the one represented in the patent drawings (H/T CarScoops), doesn’t deviate…

The BMW M5 is one of the most commanding sports sedans on the planet, as it did kickstart this particular segment of the market after all. As a result, it’s easy to see why so many gearheads would relish the chance to have one of their own. The trouble is, a brand-new 2026 BMW M5 will set you back over $120,300, putting it out of reach of most drivers. Luckily, there’s no such thing as a bad M5. This means that older models – which have been subjected to depreciation over the last several years – provide excellent value, and…

Pictures of the new Maserati Grecale 300 being driven in the UK. Photographs taken by Auto Express senior photographer Pete Gibson.

The biggest car news and reviews, no BS Our free daily newsletter sends the stories that really matter directly to you, every weekday. Almost two decades ago General Motors was on the verge of launching a revolutionary new engine that could have rewritten the history of pickup trucks. It didn’t happen. The 4.5-liter turbodiesel V8, known as the Baby Duramax, was nearly ready to roll, was even shown in a Suburban as a concept at a SEMA show one year, and was set to rewrite the rule book while setting a new bar in the half-ton truck segment. Then the…

BYD Da Tang EV. Credit: BYD BYD’s Da Tang EV starts at 239,900 yuan ($35,500), with an all-electric range of up to 950 kilometers. The model has garnered over 150,000 pre-orders since pre-sales began on April 24. BYD (HKEX: 1211) on Wednesday officially launched the Da Tang EV (or Great Tang, Grand Tang), the first D-segment flagship SUV (sport utility vehicle) in its Dynasty lineup. The new model comes in four versions, priced from 239,900 yuan ($35,500) to 309,900 yuan, below the previously announced pre-sales range. The model offers a battery range of up to 950 kilometers, which BYD said…

SKG PS700 Neck Massager MSRP $199.99 “Deep relief for desk workers who’ve already tried everything else.” Pros Biomimetic kneading reaches deep neck muscles that vibration can’t Near-infrared heat for deeper-feeling warmth Quiet enough to use at a desk or on a call 120-minute battery life with full app control Light enough to toss in any bag Cons Only one mechanical intensity setting Built-in audio can be distracting This post is brought to you in paid partnership with SKG We’ve reviewed enough neck massagers to know that most of them are solving the wrong problem. They vibrate, apply surface heat, or…

If you’ve ever looked back at the golden years of sports car racing and thought, “I’d love to have one of those that I could drive to work” then your day has arrived. A company called Nichols is building a 700-horsepower, ridiculously light modern take on the original Can-Am series formula. The cars are street legal, and production has just begun. Inspired By The Early Years Of Can-Am Racing Nichols N1ANichols The car is called the Nichols N1A, which is a nod to the McLaren M1A, the early Can-Am car that inspired this design. The car has more than just…

Citing quality, partner reliability and sourcing issues, shops are pivoting how they do business with their jobbers Automotive service providers across Canada are navigating a period of significant transition, as the traditional reliance on speed and proximity gives way to a pressing need for part reliability and technical accuracy. For years, the “first call” was a title earned through a combination of local presence and established relationships. However, the 2026 Annual Shop Survey suggests those foundations are cracking. Seemingly leading the way is quality concern. Respondents repeatedly pointed out that they’re increasingly frustrated by what many describe as a flood…

After a very long wait, Aptera’s solar car is finally rolling and ready for journalist drives. So we headed down to San Diego to check out how development is going on this unique solar electric vehicle. If you’ve been around the EV industry for a while, you’ve probably heard plenty about Aptera. Based in California in sunny San Diego county, Aptera is a startup hoping to make a hyper-efficient solar electric vehicle. But it’s been hoping for a long time. A really long time. Advertisement – scroll for more content In fact, I’ve been driving electric vehicles since 2009, which…