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Automotive For more than a decade, GM truck owners have watched oil viscosity get thinner and thinner, mostly in the name of squeezing out small fuel economy gains. Now the mood is shifting hard in the other direction. A recent GM Authority reader poll centered on the upcoming next-generation Small Block V8 shows most enthusiasts want GM to move back to thicker oil, with 5W-30 leading the votes and 0W-40 right behind it. Only a small slice of respondents wanted to keep the current 0W-20 spec, which says a lot about where owner confidence is at right now.…

Electric door latches, like those on the popular Tesla Model 3, may get a redesign if one Illinois legislator has her way. Congressional representative Robin Kelly introduced a bill January 6 that will ensure electric door handles conform to specific vehicle safety standards, as well as mandate clearly labeled mechanical emergency latches to allow the doors to open easily in the event of a power failure. The bill comes a couple weeks after Bloomberg reported that at least 15 people have been killed after being trapped inside Teslas with electric door handles, often as the result of smoke inhalation or…

The biggest car news and reviews, no BS Our free daily newsletter sends the stories that really matter directly to you, every weekday. Plug-in hybrids, or PHEVs, are often hailed as a more feasible half-measure between purely gasoline-powered and battery-powered vehicles for the majority of Americans, while leveraging more advanced technology than conventional hybrids for better efficiency and performance. But that really depends on how you use them, and a new study out of China reiterates the point that if you never plan on plugging in your plug-in, it’s probably best to just buy an old-fashioned hybrid. The study, featured…

Bestbuy Distributors announced that it has appointed Nasir Masoud as its national sales manager. The move was announced Jan. 6, 2026 and was effective immediately. “Nasir brings a disciplined, execution-focused approach, deep knowledge of our shareholder-driven model, and strong vendor relationships,” Bestbuy said in posting on LinkedIn. In this role, Bestbuy said Masoud will lead the company’s BDM team nationally. “This appointment reinforces our focus on accountability, leadership depth and long-term growth,” Bestbuy said. “Congratulations, Nasir, on a well-deserved promotion.”

Xpeng targets 550,000 to 600,000 vehicle deliveries in 2026, representing growth of about 28.1% to 39.7%. Xpeng will launch four new SUV models this year, including two from the Mona lineup. (File photo shows an Xpeng G9. Image credit: CnEVPost) Xpeng (NYSE: XPEV, HKG: 9868) recently set its full-year 2026 target at 550,000 to 600,000 deliveries during an internal strategy meeting, according to a report by local media outlet 36Kr. Compared to the company’s 2025 delivery volume of 429,400 units, this target represents an increase of about 28.1%-39.7%, implying that average monthly deliveries would need to rise to 45,800-50,000 units,…

A 98-inch TV is one of those purchases that instantly turns “watching something” into an event. And when the discount is this large, it’s hard not to pay attention. The TCL 98-inch Q6-Series 4K UHD QLED TV is $1,399.99, saving you $1,600 off the $2,999.99 compared value. At this price, you’re getting true wall-dominating size for less than what many people still pay for premium 75-inch models. What you’re getting This is a 98-inch 4K QLED TV with Google TV built in. The practical benefit of QLED is brighter, punchier color compared to basic LED sets, which helps with sports,…

Curious about the most comfortable SUVs for long road trips? We got you covered, as we will be breaking down ten SUVs that excel at making your next extended adventure feel like a breeze. Whether you are looking for supreme comfort or convenience features, these SUVs offer the best options within their segment. To keep our list as diverse and interesting as possible, we have selected five SUVs and five luxury SUVs that fit the bill. So, whether you are shopping for pure value or the best money can buy, there will be at least one option that is sure…

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The Pikaboost electric bike conversion kit is back, this time with an even lighter version. The new Pikeboost 2 Lite was shown off last week as a more minimalist version of the popular friction drive conversion kit. As a friction drive kit, the Pikaboost 2 Lite uses a roller on the rear tire of a bicycle to turn it into an electric bike, meaning owners don’t need to install a wheel motor or a centrally-mounted mid-drive motor like most electric bikes. It’s not the most efficient or elegant solution, and it does have a few downsides such as increased tire…

Paramount is turning up the pressure on Warner Bros. Discovery in the wake of its merger with Netflix, as it’s now suing the David Zaslav-helmed company in an attempt to get more details surrounding the agreement. In addition to the lawsuit, Paramount CEO David Ellison revealed that the company plans to nominate directors to WBD’s board to vote against its deal with Netflix.Paramount has now filed a lawsuit against WBD to ask the court to force the company to disclose more details about its Netflix agreement with WBD shareholders, such as how it valued the transaction. “WBD has provided increasingly…