Jeep is expanding the Gladiator's palette with a color that makes the truck pretty much impossible to lose in a parking lot: Tuscadero Pink. Closer to magenta than to Barbie-approved pink, Tuscadero Pink was first made available on the Wrangler for the 2021 model year. It was a surprising hit: Jeep claims that approximately 30,000 customers ordered the color that year. Tuscadero Pink returned for … [Read more...]
The best Mother's Day gifts for 2024 chosen by Autoblog Staff
Autoblog may receive a share from purchases made via links on this page. Pricing and availability are subject to change. Here at Autoblog, we love our moms. Because Mother's Day is right around the corner, and because we know how difficult it can be to shop for these types of occasions, we wanted to put together a list of the best Mother's Day gifts based on what we're planning to get the … [Read more...]
NHTSA ends Tesla rear-view camera investigation after 2021 recall
WASHINGTON — The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Friday it has closed a long-running investigation into the loss of rear-view camera images in nearly 160,000 of Tesla's Model X and Model S vehicles. The auto safety regulator said Tesla's 2021 recall of almost 135,000 vehicles appears to address the risk presented by the failure of a media control unit and will continue … [Read more...]
Ferrari 12Cilindri Deep Dive Preview: No electric here, just pure V12 beauty
MARANELLO, Italy – Bentley built its final W12 in April, an engine VW Group introduced in 2001. Mercedes and BMW already bid auf wiedersehen to 12 cylinders. But Ferrari is Ferrari. Defying trends and regulators, the company has created a radically reimagined GT whose name rivals “LaFerrari” for on-the-nose intent: The 12Cilindri. The new Ferrari 12Cilindri was just officially revealed in Miami, … [Read more...]
EVs are the most expensive vehicles to operate over 1,000 miles, according to iSeeCars
It’s no secret that charging an electric vehicle is often less expensive than fueling a gas car, but many don’t think about the higher purchase prices. A recent iSeeCars study showed that people tend to drive EVs much less, making their cost per mile much higher than that of internal combustion vehicles. iSeeCars’ research looked at the costs to operate various fuel types between November 2022 … [Read more...]
EV range anxiety? Gas vehicles dwarf EVs on the average number of miles driven
Americans bought EVs in record numbers last year, with Cox Automotive reporting 1.2 million sales in 2023. They still only make up a single-digit percentage of the overall auto market here, and they are clearly being used in ways that are different from gasoline-powered cars. A recent study from iSeeCars found that gas vehicles saw the most mileage between November 2022 and April 2023, with EVs … [Read more...]
Fiery gasoline tanker crash snarls traffic, closes I-95 in Connecticut
NORWALK, Conn. — A tanker truck filled with gasoline burst into flames in a three-vehicle crash on Interstate 95 in Connecticut, closing the East Coast’s main north-south highway Thursday and causing major traffic jams. Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont said there were no serious injuries in the 5:30 a.m. accident. But the highway was expected to be closed for much of the day. Text alerts were sent to … [Read more...]
The best DIY vinyl car wraps of 2024
Autoblog may receive a share from purchases made via links on this page. Pricing and availability are subject to change. The best car color is subjective. But if you have a car in a color you aren’t a fan of, or you simply want to mix things up, you can change the color of your car fairly easily, with a vinyl wrap. A vinyl wrap will also give your vehicle’s sheet metal a layer of protection from … [Read more...]
Ferrari confirms the 812 Superfast's successor will keep the V12 alive
Lamborghini isn't the only supercar manufacturer committed to keeping the V12 alive, and Aston Martin's even updating its V12. Now arch nemesis Ferrari will unveil a successor to the 812 Superfast tonight, and the Italian brand has confirmed that the yet-unnamed model will carry on with 12 cylinders. Ferrari is trickle-feeding us details about the next addition to its range on its various … [Read more...]
Carvana shares soar on upbeat forecast for core profit, retail sales
Shares of Carvana surged over 30% in extended trading on Thursday after the used-car seller forecast a surprise rise in current-quarter retail sales and core profit. Carvana's results come as high interest rates prompt consumers to look for deals on second-hand cars instead of buying new ones. Its shares, which have a short interest of 27% of free float, are up about 65% this year … [Read more...]
Vinyl car wraps: What you need to know before you wrap your vehicle
America’s favorite car colors skew toward the boring, with white, gray, and black holding the top three spots. That can be a real bummer if you’re shopping for a used car and want something spicier, but the good news is that you can easily get more color in your life with a vinyl wrap. Wrapping a car involves using sheets of vinyl material with an adhesive to bond them to the paint. Modern wraps … [Read more...]
The best digital torque wrenches of 2024
Autoblog may receive a share from purchases made via links on this page. Pricing and availability are subject to change. Torque wrenches are great, basic tools that should be in every toolbox. They're designed to apply the required torque for loosening or tightening lug nuts and bolts. Generally, your torque wrench of choice will work for most jobs. But sometimes, you need more control than you … [Read more...]
Stellantis is open to putting a gas engine in its EVs to meet demand
With the EV segment caught in a tug-of-war between market demand and government regulations, carmakers are having to adapt to avoid losing both money and sales. Stellantis is keeping every option on the table, including putting a gasoline engine in its electric models. Natalie Knight, the chief financial officer for Stellantis, made the announcement while presenting the carmaker's first-quarter … [Read more...]
2024 Chevrolet Traverse First Drive Review: Big family hauler gets a lot more interesting
DOUGLASVILLE, Ga. — The 2024 Chevrolet Traverse marks the start of the three-row crossover’s third generation. While it still serves the same general purpose as before, it does so with actual style this time. It gets new looks, which align more with the body-on-frame side of the Chevy family tree, giving this family hauler a beefier and sportier character. The interior gets a makeover, too, … [Read more...]
2025 Acura ZDX First Drive Review: First electric Acura or alternative Cadillac?
MONTECITO, Calif. – The 2025 Acura ZDX not only looks like an Acura, but it’s arguably one of the best-looking Acuras ever. If we’re talking SUVs, what’s going to topple it from the podium? The original ZDX? Beneath that skin, however, it’s no secret that the new ZDX rides on General Motors’ Ultium electric platform, has an interior constructed with General Motors parts, and is even built by … [Read more...]
OPEC+ expected to extend supply cuts to stave off a global surplus and shore up prices
OPEC+ is expected to prolong oil output cuts into the second half of the year as it seeks to stave off a global surplus and shore up prices. Saudi Arabia and its partners have been keeping roughly 2 million barrels-a-day offline this year, and will meet on June 1 to consider whether to continue. Crude prices soared last month on fears that conflict in the Middle East could disrupt oil supplies, … [Read more...]
Aston Martin's losses balloon ahead of new model ramp-up
Aston Martin posted a bigger-than-expected first-quarter pretax loss on Wednesday as the British luxury carmaker made fewer cars and burned more cash than analysts anticipated, sending its shares 7% lower. Aston Martin, which has launched several new cars over the past year including its next-generation sports cars the DB12 and Vantage, stopped production of old models ahead of the ramp-up in … [Read more...]
Gear up without breaking the bank with REI's latest 50% off clearance sale
Get ready to gear up without breaking the bank because REI is rolling out an unmissable clearance sale that's tailor-made for the outdoorsy spirit in all of us. From rugged camping and hiking essentials to stylish past-season apparel and sturdy footwear, enjoy discounts of up to 50% across a wide range of products. Whether you want to upgrade your fitness gear, hit the slopes with new ski … [Read more...]
Tesla abandons quest for one-piece ‘gigacasting’
AUSTIN, Texas — Tesla has backed away from an ambitious plan for innovations in gigacasting, its pioneering manufacturing process, according to two sources familiar with the matter, in another sign that the electric-vehicle maker is retrenching amid falling sales and rising competition. Tesla has been a leader in gigacasting, a cutting-edge technique that uses huge presses with thousands of … [Read more...]
South Carolina's 'Carolina Squat' ban gets enforced May 10
Law enforcement officials in South Carolina will begin issuing tickets to vehicles with the so-called "Carolina Squat" modification on May 10. While the practice of lifting the front end of a vehicle has been illegal for months, the state has given out warnings since announcing the ban. Broadly speaking, "squatting" a vehicle refers to lifting the front end without lifting the rear end. … [Read more...]