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Yet for some, that price will make the Edition 50 a tough pill to swallow, especially given that production is limited by time rather than numbers. Volkswagen will assemble as many as it has demand for, throughout the GTI’s 50th year. For comparison, only 400 Mk7 Clubsport S cars were built – many of which still command strong money even today. At least the Edition 50’s cabin feels special, with those tartan seats and other trinkets complementing the car’s solid fit and finish. The infotainment system is still a little clunky, but vastly improved since its introduction with the Mk8…

“The Big Lebowski” is one of the clearest examples of a cult classic growing over time. Upon its 1998 release, the film received mediocre reviews and did little initial business, but it later gained a cult following due to its endlessly quotable dialogue, surreal crime story, and Jeff Bridges’ performance as The Dude. Festivals, themed events, and fan gatherings helped transform it into a modern holy grail of cult cinema.

BYD has partnered with Electric Vehicles UK, an organisation aiming to accelerate the UK’s transition to electric mobility BYD has partnered with Electric Vehicles UK (EVUK), an industry-to-consumer organisation founded in 2024 that aims to accelerate the UK’s transition to electric mobility by providing information to consumers, media, and policymakers. The partnership grants BYD access to consumer events and enables coordination between both organisations on public, industry, and press activities. EVUK’s stated mission is to make electric mobility more trustworthy and accessible for car buyers by challenging misinformation and campaigning to lower barriers to adoption. BYD said the partnership supports…

We’ve been seeing spy shots and hearing rumors about the next Audi RS 5 for a while now, basically since the redesigned A5 line launched. Finally, we have confirmation, albeit brief, of something we’ve been hearing about the super sedan (or, technically, hatchback): it’s going to be a plug-in hybrid. While that’s arguably the most exciting news, it’s not the only news from Audi. Apparently, the company has a new EV in the works, and it’s supposed to be an “entry” model. A screenshot of a link to a LinkedIn story from Audi. The text below the link reads: “The…

The BMW 3 Series has been the benchmark sporty sedan practically since its inception in 1975. It has dominated its class for decades, delivering a mix of speed, handling, and practicality that is hard to beat. The current M3 and M4 are quick enough to challenge today’s crop of junior supercars, but such is the march of progress that the mid-spec M340i sedan’s performance is now comparable to most supercars from the decade that majored on excess: the 1980s. Base Trim Engine 2L I4 Hybrid Base Trim Transmission 8-speed automatic Base Trim Drivetrain Rear-Wheel Drive Base Trim Horsepower 255 HP…

The biggest car news and reviews, no BS Our free daily newsletter sends the stories that really matter directly to you, every weekday. The current, fifth-gen, Toyota Prius blew a lot of minds when it was revealed at the end of 2022. I figured that, by now, people would have gotten used to the design. At the very least, “Prius looks cool now” is hardly a hot take in 2026. But the public reactions I got to the yellow 2026 Prius Nightshade … I’m telling you, people went absolutely nuts for this thing in a way I really did not…

The biggest car news and reviews, no BS Our free daily newsletter sends the stories that really matter directly to you, every weekday. One of the parts of our job as automotive journalists is getting deep access within the industry. Whether that’s with executives, designers, and engineers or with new vehicles, prototypes, or even facilities. Crafting stories and breaking news to inform while sorting fact from fiction is what we do, but there’s so much that gets left out. The information it takes to craft a 500- or 1,000-word story is far more than what gets published. It’s time to…

Avatr officially entered the Thai market in September 2024, launching the Avatr 11 SUV as its first model in the country. The Avatr 07 currently starts at RMB 219,900 ($31,660) in China. (Avatr showcased an Avatr 07 in Thailand in November 2025. Image credit: Avatr) Avatr Technology has produced its first batch of right-hand-drive Avatr 07 SUVs (sport utility vehicles), as the electric vehicle (EV) brand backed by Changan Automobile, CATL, and Huawei advances its overseas market expansion. Avatr announced this progress on Weibo on Wednesday, stating that these vehicles produced at its Chongqing factory are about to be shipped…

Losing your smartphone is, without a doubt, one of the most stomach-churning experiences modern life has to offer. In a split second, that panic isn’t just about the expensive slab of glass and metal you’ve lost; it is about the sheer terror of what’s inside. Your banking apps, your emails, your photos, your entire digital identity – it’s all there, vulnerable. Google clearly understands that the stakes have changed, and they are finally rolling out a massive suite of security upgrades for Android that are designed to make a thief’s life an absolute nightmare. The Android Security Team recently dropped…

The Huayra 70 Trionfo marks Horacio Pagani’s 70th anniversary. Production is limited to three units. Only the doors and window frames are carried over from the regular model. Pagani is developing a healthy habit we can all get behind. When the company’s founder turned 60, the Italian exotic marque marked the occasion with the wild Zonda HP Barchetta. A decade later, the new Huayra 70 Trionfo celebrates another milestone in the life of Lamborghini’s former chief engineer. It’s an outlandish take on a car that was technically retired years ago to make room for the Utopia. But knowing Pagani’s modus operandi,…