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The biggest car news and reviews, no BS Our free daily newsletter sends the stories that really matter directly to you, every weekday. New cars are studded with sensors for safety and driver-assist systems. Honda is using these sensors to make roads not only safer, but better to drive on. The automaker just completed a two-year pilot of its Proactive Roadway Maintenance System, which uses cameras and lidar to flag potholes, worn signs, damaged guardrails, and other potential problems for highway departments to deal with (whether they actually do is another matter). Conducted in partnership with DriveOhio, a unit of…

January deliveries decreased by 46.94% compared to December 2025’s 60,423 units. Leapmotor aims to sell over 1 million vehicles in 2026. Leapmotor Monthly Deliveries 2024-2026 Month 2024 2025 2026 January 12,277 25,170 32,059 February 6,566 25,287 March 14,567 37,095 April 15,005 41,039 May 18,165 45,067 June 20,116 48,006 July 22,093 50,129 August 30,305 57,066 September 33,767 66,657 October 38,177 70,289 November 40,169 70,327 December 42,517 60,423 Leapmotor monthly deliveries 2024 2025 2026 Leapmotor (HKG: 9863) achieved year-on-year delivery growth in the first month of 2026, despite continued month-on-month decline. The company delivered 32,059 vehicles in January, a 27.37% increase from…

Affordable EVs are on a lot of people’s minds these days, but one name is missing from the conversation. Volkswagen launched its ID family of EVs seven years ago with the promise of electric mobility for “the millions, not millionaires,” but in the United States at least, the promise remains just that. The VW Group has lavished resources on its luxury brands Audi and Porsche, and even created the new Scout brand to challenge Rivian, but it’s let its namesake brand stagnate. VW only sells the aging ID.4 crossover in the U.S. It’s an unfortunate situation for what was one…

Estimated reading time: 6 minutes Understanding the Audi maintenance schedule is essential for keeping your vehicle reliable, efficient, and protected against costly mechanical failures. Audi vehicles are engineered with precision and performance in mind, but that level of engineering demands correct and timely servicing. Whether you own a petrol, diesel, hybrid, or performance Audi model, following the correct service intervals is critical to long-term ownership. This guide explains Audi service schedules in plain UK English, outlines official service intervals, highlights common ownership mistakes, and helps buyers and owners understand what proper maintenance really involves. It is equally useful for current…

Parked on a suburban side road, David Power’s Volkswagen XL1 looks as though it has just landed from outer space. One of its two butterfly doors is open, attracting curious passers-by. “Everyone stops to look at it,” he says, clearly enjoying their delight. This miniature two-seat coupé (the occupants sit slightly offset) is a diesel-engined plug-in hybrid with a carbonfibre body, digital side ‘mirrors’ and a drag coefficient of just 0.186 – 2.5 times lower than a contemporary Volkswagen Golf. Its 800cc two-cylinder engine produces only 46bhp and its electric motor 26bhp, but it weighs a mere 795kg. The XL1…

Lexus has confirmed it will end LC coupe and convertible production at the end of the 2026 model year.   Lexus discontinued the LC Hybrid last July. The sports car first went on sale for the 2018 model year.   Pour one out for the Lexus LC. The company confirmed that it will discontinue it V8-powered coupe and convertible following the 2026 model year. In an emailed statement to Motor1, a Lexus spokesperson told us:   ‘The Lexus LC 500 will officially be discontinued after the 2026 model year. Lexus constantly evaluates its model mix and strategy to optimize product…

The construction experts at DEWALT have launched what they’re calling the world’s first downward drilling, fleet-capable robot – a machine they say will enable more efficient concrete drilling to help accelerate data center construction. Developed in collaboration with August Robotics, DEWALT’s new, non-humanoid robot is completing its pilot stages after having completed 10 phases of data center construction with one unnamed “hyperscaler” and helping to significantly boost construction crews’ productivity during the trials. Throughout the ongoing program, the robot proved able to drill at speeds up to 10x faster than traditional methods, with outstanding overall results. Implementation of the robot has…

FujiFilm’s Instax Mini Link 3 printer is a much-loved $100 accessory in my travel journal kit. I often tape a printed image next to my handwritten thoughts to preserve a moment in time. The prints produced by the instant film can, however, be soft and muddy — something the new $169.95 Instax Mini Link+ promises to improve.The big upgrade is a new Design Print mode. It’s supposed to make text and intricate illustrations crisp and legible, but I didn’t see much of an improvement, despite that being a big selling point. I did, however, find that the improved processing inside…

It’s getting harder to find cars that genuinely want you involved. Performance numbers are easy now. Almost everything is quick. But as prices rise and technology piles on, many modern sports cars feel more like impressive machines than something you actually connect with. They isolate. They assist. They smooth over mistakes before you even realize you’ve made them. That’s why the Toyota GR Supra still stands out. I’ve driven a lot of cars over the past four years — well over 200 — and very few have stayed with me long after the keys were handed back. The Supra did.…

Chevrolet has been in the SUV business for decades, and shows no signs of slowing down. With the sedan, hatchback, and sports car markets shrinking over the years,Chevy has focused its lineup on family-hauling crossovers and trucks (and of course, the performance giant that is the Corvette). Chevrolet Founded November 3, 1911 Founder Louis Chevrolet, Arthur Chevrolet, William C. Durant Headquarters Detroit, Michigan, United States of America Owned By General Motors Current CEO Mary Barra The brand is known for making some huge, powerful, and capable models like the Tahoe and Suburban that can seat up to nine occupants each,…