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Ask most car enthusiasts in the world to think of the name “Dodge Demon”, and they are likely to mention one car: the Challenger SRT Demon, the bonkers drag-strip-ready version of the Challenger that Dodge built a few years back. However, Dodge’s history with the Demon name goes a lot further back than that. Not only was it used in the early 70s for a variant of the Dart, it was also used in 2007 for a unique concept sports car, now all but forgotten. The Demon Roadster may not have led to a production model, but it was one…

William Li said Nio will not exit overseas markets but will slow its pace and evaluate return on investment more cautiously. The company clarified the long-term sales structure expectations for its three brands, with the Onvo brand set to contribute 55 percent. (A Nio ET9 on display at the Beijing Auto Show in April 2026. Image credit: CnEVPost) Nio Inc (NYSE: NIO) is adjusting its globalization strategy, as the Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker slows the pace of its overseas market expansion to refocus on the massive domestic market in China. William Li, founder, chairman and CEO of Nio, revealed…

Estimated reading time: 7 minutes During used car inspections, tyre condition is often one of the clearest indicators of how a vehicle has been maintained. At CarExamer, inspectors regularly find uneven tyre wear, cracked sidewalls, old tyres with acceptable tread, and budget replacements fitted to vehicles advertised as “well maintained”. Many buyers focus only on tread depth. In reality, tyre condition can reveal much more: suspension wear; accident damage; poor wheel alignment; neglected servicing; unsafe repairs. Tyres are the only part of the car in direct contact with the road. Poor tyre condition affects braking, steering stability, wet-weather grip, and…

The biggest car news and reviews, no BS Our free daily newsletter sends the stories that really matter directly to you, every weekday. Fast and Furious is about to meet fast food. Universal Studios is rebranding the Hollywood and Dine restaurant at its Los Angeles theme park as “Fast & Furious Drift & Dine,” scarfing an excellent pun to sell even more overpriced burgers and specialty cocktails off the back of the franchise’s 25th anniversary and ahead of what’s expected to be its final theatrical installment. Photos posted to Instagram by beyondthebacklot and thecalibae show that the place has already…

The biggest car news and reviews, no BS Our free daily newsletter sends the stories that really matter directly to you, every weekday. Mercedes-AMG drivers George Russell and Kimi Antonelli started 1-2 in Saturday’s Sprint race ahead of the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix, but it only took about five laps for the young Italian to try and strike for the lead. And when he did, he did not hold back. Both Mercedes sped down the back straight, but Antonelli pulled out for a pass as they approached the chicane and final corner of the circuit. Despite being perfectly alongside…

A new bill in Delaware could change how electric bikes and other small electric vehicles are marketed and sold, aiming to crack down on what lawmakers see as growing confusion between legal e-bikes and higher-powered electric mopeds or motorcycles. House Bill 439, dubbed the “Truth in E-Bike Marketing Act,” would prohibit dealers from advertising certain electric mopeds or motorcycles as “electric bicycles” unless they actually meet Delaware’s legal definition of an e-bike. The proposal comes as states across the US continue struggling with a rapidly evolving micromobility market where everything from pedal-assist commuter bikes to Sur Ron-style electric dirt bikes…

Researchers at MIT Media Lab have found a genuinely jaw-dropping use for the LiDAR sensor sitting inside your iPhone and iPad Pro. It can detect and track objects that are completely outside the camera’s field of view. Yes, that means seeing around corners. This kind of imaging, called non-line-of-sight (NLOS) imaging, is not a new concept. But past demonstrations relied on powerful, expensive lab-grade lasers with little application in the real world. What makes this research exciting is that the MIT team pulled it off using the same low-power LiDAR sensor already embedded in our smartphones. How does it work?…

During the heyday of rally racing, companies like Subaru, Mitsubishi, Ford, and even Lancia were required to produce homologation versions – or models that resembled the actual cars used in rally racing – in order to qualify for the World Rally Championship (WRC). This need gave birth to road-going icons like the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, the Ford RS200, and the Lancia 037. We also can’t forget about the famed Subaru Impreza WRX STI. When it comes to the Subaru, of course, an older-gen Impreza WRX STI won’t fetch nearly the same sort of money you’d see a Lancia 037 or…

Roger Linn is a legend in the world of musical instruments. He’s been at the cutting edge of music technology for decades. He created the LM-1, the first drum machine to use samples, and its successor, the LinnDrum, is one of the most iconic drum machines of all time. They were used on countless records in the 1980s, including hits by Tom Petty, Queen, and Tears for Fears. But the most notable fan was probably Prince, who used them extensively on Purple Rain and 1999.Somehow, those are not his greatest contributions to the music world. That would, undoubtedly, be the…

Most Luxury SUVs Are Expected To Depreciate Quickly Luxury Vehicles Typically Lose Value Faster Than Mainstream Models 2023 Mercedes-Benz G-Class TaillightMercedes-Benz Luxury SUVs start at much higher prices than mainstream models, leaving more room for depreciation. Unfortunately, for most luxury vehicles, depreciation begins immediately and is rapid. This isn’t a new phenomenon; there are many logical reasons. Luxury vehicles are often much more expensive to maintain, and the tech advantage disappears within a couple of years. This creates much lower-than-expected demand for these pricey models in the second-hand market. Five-Year Depreciation Often Exceeds 50 Percent In This Segment 2023 Mercedes-Benz…