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Germany is set to bring back electric car subsidies from January 2026 by launching a €4 billion (£3.4bn) programme that targets buyers of more affordable models.  The new incentive scheme, agreed by Germany’s coalition government after meetings with automotive industry officials in Berlin last week, will offer up to €4000 (£3400) towards electric cars with a net list price under €45,000 (£38,250). In a clear push towards fully electric cars, plug-in hybrids have been excluded from the programme, with eligibility requiring WLTP certified emissions of less than 50g/km of CO2. The move follows the UK government’s recent launch of a…

The second year of the retooled Aftermarket Guild celebrated seven new members to its hall of fame. What was previously known as the Automotive Fellowship Society, the guild has been re-envisioned to be more open and inclusive. And after welcoming 11 inductees to the inaugural class of the hall last year during its first meeting since 2019, more industry leaders were added to the list during a dinner on Oct. 9 in Toronto. This year’s inductees were: Bob Greenwood Don Skuce Tony St. Amour Shirley Brown Grant McPherson Al Blair Rick Miller Those still living accepted the award, while family…

WhatsApp is taking a new anti-spam feature for a spin. On Friday, TechCrunch reported that the trial limits the number of messages accounts can send without a reply from the recipient. The company is currently experimenting with different limits. But it’s aiming for a number that only targets high-volume senders and spammers.All messages from individuals and businesses are said to count toward this cap. That includes multiple unread ones sent to the same recipient. But if the person replies, those messages are removed from the monthly tally. WhatsApp will show a warning to accounts nearing the limit.The company told TechCrunch…

The Vauxhall Astra Van has long been one of the most reliable and efficient compact vans in the UK. It combines the comfort and handling of a car with the practicality and load space of a van, making it a popular choice for tradespeople, couriers, and small business owners. While the Astra Van is built to last, some common issues do appear over time, especially on high-mileage models. This guide explains the Astra Van models, the most common problems, and realistic UK repair costs, helping you maintain or buy one with confidence. Vauxhall Astra Van Model Overview Astra Van (1998–2005)…

If we’re to believe recent news, internal combustion engines aren’t going anywhere. Despite all the doom and gloom, consumers still prefer gasoline-powered cars, and enthusiasts will soon have a new one to potentially add to their next project. It comes from Runge Cars, and it’s not for your everyday project car—it’s an air-cooled 5.3-liter flat-eight.   It’s called the Hetzer, and it’s a four-cam, 32-valve engine that will power Runge’s new R3, a chassis and body design from the Minnesota outfit. The R3, which the company says is “purpose-built to deliver the most visceral, analog driving experience available today,” pairs the…

Gaining traction among car and fashion lovers, even in the winter, Porsche and Aimé Leon Dore are back with cold weather styles. Porsche knows a thing or two about performance in the cold. Whether it’s a 911 drifting through an alpine pass or idling on a snow-covered city street, the Porsche’s legacy has always embraced the elements rather than avoiding them. Aimé Leon Dore seems to follow that same rhythm. The New York label’s latest collaboration with Porsche channels that winter-ready energy into apparel, reimagining archived pieces through the lens of ’90s design. The Fall/Winter 2025 collection filters familiar Porsche…

Squire’s Castle. Henryk Sadura / Shutterstock You can’t miss this one if you’re exploring North Chagrin Reservation in Willoughby Hills. Built as a gatehouse in the 1890s, Squire’s Castle was part of a larger estate that never materialized. Today, it’s a free and picturesque spot for picnics, photos, and short hikes through the park. There’s no cost to enter, and the parking lot is just steps away. We created this article in conjunction with AI technology, then made sure it was fact-checked and edited by a HowStuffWorks editor.

Xpeng’s former head of smart driving, Li Liyun, has confirmed his departure after being replaced earlier this month by Liu Xianming, who possesses AI expertise. This marks the most significant change in Xpeng’s autonomous driving division since Wu Xinzhou’s departure to join Nvidia in August 2023. (Li Liyun (left), former head of smart driving at Xpeng, poses with Xpeng chairman and CEO He Xiaopeng after the Mona M03 Max launch event in May 2025. Image from Li’s Weibo) Li Liyun, former head of Xpeng’s (NYSE: XPEV) autonomous driving center, has confirmed his departure after being replaced earlier this month by…

FORD SUPER DELUXE – 1948 At first glance it looks as though this 1948 Ford Super Deluxe was carrying a canoe on its roof, but it was of course the bonnet, which had been removed when the car lost its engine. Note the German model in this picture, one of several Mercedes that we were surprised to find at All American Classics. CHEVROLET NOVA – 1973 There is increasing environmental pressure on traditional salvage yards to shut up shop, but as you can see here, Mother Nature seems to have been thriving around this 1973 Chevrolet Nova Custom. Fauna also…

It’s still nowhere near on time, but the electric Porsche 718 Cayman is getting closer and closer to production. The latest from the CarBuzz spy photographers show off some more details of that nearly production-ready sports car. This time it’s the rear side windows. We can finally see the real profile of the glass for the first time. Base Trim Engine 2L H-4 ICE Base Trim Transmission 6-speed manual Base Trim Drivetrain Rear-Wheel Drive Base Trim Horsepower 300 HP @6500 RPM Base Trim Torque 280 lb.-ft. @ 1950 RPM Base Trim Fuel Economy (city/highway/combined) 20/25/22 MPG Base Trim Battery Type…