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Automotive In the 1980s and 90s, it seemed Jeep Cherokees were everywhere. Six generations later, the 2026 Jeep Cherokee Limited 4×4 brings back a familiar Jeep model name, but this is a very different Cherokee, even from the one that disappeared just a few years ago. Bigger, quieter, more fuel-efficient and considerably more refined, the new Cherokee feels less like a bare-bones Jeep meant for rugged off-roading, and more like a comfortable everyday crossover that can still handle some tough terrain occasionally. For most buyers today, that’s exactly what a modern Cherokee needs to be. Under the hood…

What do you want from a flip phone when it’s closed? A simple interface, perhaps notifications and a widget or two, for handling the basics? Or a fully fledged Android experience shrunk down for the Flip form factor? For years, Samsung has insisted on the former, even as some fans — and Razr rival Motorola — have pushed for the latter. With the Galaxy Z Flip 8, Samsung has given in.Although the Z Flip 8’s hardware is almost unchanged year-on-year, Samsung has fundamentally rethought how this phone is meant to be used when shut. The cover screen feels more like…

Manufacturers discovered the relative limitations of a naturally aspirated engine long ago. Typically, engine builders turn to turbocharging when they want colossal horsepower-per-liter figures. They know that if they force enough air even into a relatively small engine, the unit can make once-absurd outputs attainable. However, Gordon Murray Automotive decided to remain old-school and pursue something remarkable instead. Soit went to the best, working with Cosworth on the T.50, and the unit became the most power-dense naturally aspirated road-car engine ever seen. Gordon Murray’s T.50 super car follows the same recipe that turned the McLaren F1 into the legend it…

Fatal Claw Developer: Ndev GamesPublisher: Com2us HoldingsPlatform: Steam (Windows; Steam Deck Verified)Price: Usually $25, with a 20 percent discount until September 9 Fans of Metroidvanias have been eating well for a long time. There’s been a steady stream of them for ages, and this week is no different. Two new releases caught my eye including Fatal Claw, which just left early access on Steam with its 1.0 release. As a cat named Kisha, you’ll explore an ancient kingdom that’s been revived using modern tech. It’s full of infected creatures from which you can absorb abilities after vanquishing them. There are multiple…

Owning multiple motorcycles sounds like the dream. You have one for weekday commuting, another for weekend canyon roads, and a third to disappear into the wilderness. Reality, however, slaps you in the face and reminds you that more motorcycles mean higher insurance costs, more maintenance, and more garage space. That’s why many riders don’t look for a bike that satisfies just one purpose, but one that handles a wide variety of rides. Motorcycles capable of handling nearly every situation have become more desirable over the years, and adventure bikes are leading that charge. Why One Motorcycle Makes More Sense Than…

A BYD Seal 07 on display at the Beijing Auto Show in April 2026. Credit: CnEVPost Overseas expansion lifted gross margin to 18.85%, but NEV weakness and foreign-exchange losses weighed on profit. BYD’s first-half revenue fell 7.13% to 344.82 billion yuan. BYD (HKEX: 1211) reported declines in both revenue and net profit in the first half, as weakness in its automotive business and foreign-exchange losses offset strong overseas growth. The company said on Friday that first-half revenue fell 7.13% year-on-year to 344.82 billion yuan ($50.9 billion). Net profit attributable to the company’s shareholders dropped 20.54% to 12.33 billion yuan. BYD…

Neither the Volvo nor Mercedes has been tested by Euro NCAP yet, but the iX3 earned a five-star rating. While the BMW and Volvo engage the handbrake when you select park, the GLC only engages it when you open the door. OwnershipThree-year, unlimited mileage warranties were once a benefit of premium-car ownership, but they look a little stingy these days. All three makers offer insurance-based extended warranties on a case-by-case basis. Advertisement – Article continues belowAccording to our Driver Power survey, Mercedes owners are a happy bunch, placing the firm at the top of the manufacturer pile, with BMW finishing…

Hyundai has several new electric SUVs coming, including a new global D-segment SUV positioned slightly above the IONIQ 5. Hyundai plans to launch 100 new vehicles by 2030 “It’s a great time to be at Hyundai,” José Muñoz, Hyundai Motor Company president and CEO, said during the company’s 2026 CEO Investor Day this week. In the first half of 2026, Hyundai sold 2 million vehicles and achieved record revenue of 95.2 trillion won (about $69 billion), up 3% from the same period last year. The performance helped propel Hyundai Motor Group, including Kia and Genesis, to become the 2nd most…

It seems basically certain that Toyota will bring back one of its most venerated names, Celica, in a fitting coupe form. We’ve seen coupe-shaped motorsports prototypes, and the company is building out its GR performance line from top to bottom. Despite all of this, Toyota has been mum on details about the upcoming coupe, leaving many, including ourselves, to speculate on what it will be like. That includes British auto outlet Autocar, which has some interesting ideas on it. It May Be A Sort Of Corolla Coupe The two most interesting predictions Autocar makes regarding the new Celica are that…

Following up a successful enthusiast car has never been easy for automakers. However, some have managed to do it. For example, Nissan has successfully created multiple generations of the GT-R, and Subaru has kept the WRX name competitive. For Mazda, this moment came in the early 2000s, when they had to build on the rotary-engined success it enjoyed with the RX-7. The RX-8 may not have ever lived up to its predecessor, but that doesn’t mean it should be forgotten. Plagued by reliability quirks, the RX-8’s value has steadily dropped for years, but we don’t think that can continue forever.…