Tesla's Cybercab operates in a limited geofence while Ferrari revives manual transmission and VW faces board gridlock over EV strategy.
Read moreFerrari's manual clutch-by-wire sparked debate while BMW's 2027 X5 shrank its grille and Australia's EV sales surged past 23%.
Polestar loses US sales after 2026 while Honda's CR-V outsells the F-150 and Volkswagen proposes cutting 100,000 jobs.
Slate's $24,950 EV truck launches as Polestar faces U.S. sales ban and chip costs threaten ADAS adoption.
The Porsche collector market shows signs of FOMO-driven manipulation, and online car auctions have a rigging problem the podcast world is starting to document.
We mapped who hosts 321 automotive shows, covering 354 named hosts. One host runs more shows than anyone else. A Spanish-language show ranks fourth by episode count. The catalog sorts into distinct segments, each with its own one or two prolific anchors.
Audi's limited Nuvolari buys time before EVs while subprime delinquencies hit 6% and tariff uncertainty freezes supplier spending.
Ford's May sales dropped 13.7% amid pricing pressure while used EV demand rose 17% and Toyota recalled 44,000 Tundras.
Tesla, Waymo, and Baidu face autonomous driving setbacks while a synthetic oil shortage is expected in June.
Across dozens of car podcasts, the objection was rarely the electric motor. It was the badge.
Stellantis plans $70 billion in restructuring while Ram debuts a 777-hp Hellcat 1500, used EV sales surge, and Tesla rolls out optional Supercharger virtual queuing.
Brembo's Sensify puts an electric motor at every corner. CATL's CTO claims 3-minute fast charging. Honda, Mazda, and Subaru all pivot away from EVs in the same week.
Ford bets $30,000 on a midsize EV pickup while Lucid's $1B loss and Volkswagen's delayed profits test Q1 economics.
Honda extends model life cycles after a $15.8 billion EV pullback, Ireland's EV share passes 42% of new cars in April, and the Tesla Model Y leads used-car turnover speed. Plus our pick: AAH #789 - Remanufacturing Unlocks Profits and Slashes Carbon Footprints on Autoline After Hours.
BYD's Denza Z reaches production while Tesla's Roadster remains delayed.
Kia's EV3 pricing strategy and the EV4's tariff problem lead the day, alongside a practical look at where ADAS sensors live on modern cars. Plus our pick: Your Car Is Watching: Why ADAS Changes Everything on Ron Ananian The Car Doctor.
BYD's Shark plug-in arrives in Australia at $62,000 the same week Volkswagen opens the ID. Polo order book at €25,000, framed as a direct defense against lower-priced Chinese EVs. Plus a service director on cutting his loaner-fleet bleed in half — and Ford's employee-pricing pivot, day three.
Mercedes-Benz USA targets 325,000 units and 30-plus new models by 2029, while Ford's employee pricing revival leaves trade-in, financing, and F&I negotiations still open. Plus our pick: 'Why Smart Drivers Are Refusing to Buy New Cars Right Now' on Car Connection Workshop.
Warranty revenue surges dealer profits while wholesale prices outpace retail and loan rates stay elevated; plus RAV4, Telluride, and Subaru Trailseeker updates. Plus our pick: Jay Gillotti Part 1 on Porsche Patter.
Mercedes, Volvo, and Geely report Q1 declines, Aston Martin takes another capital injection, and Porsche's Andy Preuninger details the GT3 SC's design decisions. Plus our pick: Matt Latino on Pro Stock Racing, 1500HP NA Engines, and Making Horsepower With Cats on Minnoxide.
GM's first-quarter net income fell 5.7% despite raised guidance, while BYD posts falling earnings as Chinese automakers target 3.4 million overseas vehicles by 2030. Plus our pick: 🏎️ BMW E46 inspires Building an AI-Powered Podcast Platform for Car Junkies on To All The Cars I've Loved Before.
Toyota posts 11.3 million global sales as hybrids dominate, BYD unveils the Denza Z supercar, and FTC flags 97 dealers for hidden fees reaching $1,500. Plus our pick: Enjoying Cake and Being Sad About Our Key Fobs on The Avants Podcast.
Sony and Honda abandon Afeela, Nissan revives the Xterra under $40,000, and Hyundai unveils the Ioniq 3 hatchback at a sharp price point.
Kia's Niro leads U.S. News hybrid rankings at 53 mpg, Tesla sets Hardware 3 upgrade deadlines for unsupervised FSD, and the affordable Kia EV3 targets a second-half 2026 U.S. launch. Plus our pick: The Car Show with Dane Donovan, 4/25/2026.
On Tesla's Q1 2026 earnings call, Elon Musk admitted that Hardware 3 cannot support unsupervised Full Self-Driving, a notable concession from a CEO who has long promised the opposite. Our pick: #2633: Hacker Heaven on The Best of Car Talk.
Stellantis concentrates EV investment in four core brands after a $26 billion writedown. Ford plans to refresh 80% of its North American portfolio by volume through 2029, including the next-generation F-150. Used car inventory hits a seven-year low, plus a Marshall Pruett IndyCar listener Q&A pick.
Ford's cheapest model now costs nearly double its 2015 entry price. Honda is exiting the South Korean market after selling fewer than 2,000 cars there last year. Plus the 2027 Infiniti QX65's personalized Klipsch audio system and our pick: The Heritage, on Driving While Awesome.
General Motors is delaying its next-generation full-size electric trucks until 2030 or later, redirecting capital toward gas and plug-in hybrid platforms. Plus the Toyota Camry XV10's coupe and wagon lineup and our pick: Unfit For Purpose: Birth of the Superbike on Cycle World Podcast.
Honda and Sony's Afeela EV program is scaling back its scope, while the FTC pursues dealers over advertising law violations with per-occurrence fines of $51,000. Plus our pick: Mustang Unbridled, with Robert Kennedy on The Thing About Cars.
F-150 inventory remains strained months after an aluminum supplier fire, while used EV prices fell to within about $1,000 of the average gas vehicle. Plus our pick: Why Electrification Could Cut Global Energy Use in Half! on Everything Electric Podcast.
Ty Gibbs claims first Cup win at Bristol while Porsche debuts manual 911 Cabriolet and Ford reorganizes EV development.
UK EV average price falls £785 below gas cars, and 174 ultra-rapid chargers added along the M1 in 24 months. Plus our pick: 293 The Strategic Road Network Episode on The EV Musings Podcast.
Used car inventory hits multi-year lows with prices climbing, while Honda Odyssey, Lucid Air, and Jeep Wrangler command attention from buyers. Plus our pick: Sandy Wilkins of Wilkins Racing Engines on Hidden Horsepower by Total Seal.
BYD moves toward ACEA membership as Canadian EV sales jump 47% following incentive reinstatement. Plus our pick: GM Energy, Tesla HW3 reckoning, Ford reshuffles EVs, Donut Lab probs, more on Electrek.
Ford loses its EV chief as tax credit changes threaten the electric vehicle market's momentum. Plus our pick: S7E26 - Nissan’s AI-Driven Future, Smart Strategy or Hype? on Total Car Score.
Stellantis' massive Q1 sales jump follows aggressive price cuts as Hyundai and Kia ready body-on-frame trucks to challenge Toyota's Tacoma dominance. Plus VW's ID.3 Neo redesign and IONNA's Circle K charging partnership.
Europe's electric vehicle market surges to record highs while Ty Gibbs scores his first NASCAR Cup win and EV plant shutdowns devastate industrial communities. Plus our pick: Vaughn Gittin Jr - Full of Surprises on The Smoking Tire.
Porsche deliveries crater while we explore budget truck upgrades, decode why gas prices lag oil, and debate the Ford Bronco's appeal. Plus our pick: James Courtney | Part 1 - cut throat karting & losing a good mate on Rusty's Garage.
Hyundai's Boulder Concept and Kia's pickup plans challenge GM and Honda while subscription fees spark controversy.
March EV records clash with market concerns as Tesla's affordable Model 2 returns and GP Lambiase makes his McLaren switch. Plus our pick: How to Wash Your Car in Under 20 Minutes...Even In Direct Sun on The Auto Detailing Podcast.
Subaru's 2026-2027 EVs steal the spotlight as Honda proves hybrids can be fun and the British Touring Car Championship revs up for a new season. Plus our pick: CVT Transmission Trouble, Take Care of Your Coolant, Suspicious Vehicle Sounds on WCCO's Car Care.
Tesla Model 3 loses value fast as Chinese brands expand globally, while Porsche and Chevrolet tease exciting new models and Mercedes debuts steer-by-wire tech. Plus our pick: Here's Why EVs Are Depreciating Quickly on The Truth About Cars.
Kia accelerates pickup ambitions as Verstappen's engineer may be heading to McLaren, plus C8 Z06 and Porsche 718 GT4 track impressions.
General Motors brings back Buick sedans while detailers reveal how dealership car washes damage your paint, plus Corvette leads mentions across 31 episodes. Plus our pick: 2026 Mazda CX-5 Premium Plus on Talking Cars (Consumer Reports).
Porsche faces tough choices on exclusivity while Tesla overtakes BYD, and the auto industry grapples with sky-high new car prices. Plus our pick: Spring Fling MILLION recap and Winternationals on Bracket Breakdown.
New York Auto Show debuts from Hyundai and Subaru, Porsche performance legends compared, and Ford Bronco leads mentions. Plus our pick: How ignorant car buyers get ripped off by crooked car dealers when buying a new or used car on My Car Guru Podcast.
Stellantis eyes Canadian plants for Leapmotor EVs while GM idles Detroit production as EV demand softens across the industry.
Tesla's legendary Model S and X production ends while Hyundai and Kia owners face soaring insurance costs from a vehicle theft epidemic. Plus our pick: Money Saving Live Automotive Advice Show with Helpful Car Repair Tips on Under The Hood Show.
Monthly payments strain budgets while financing terms extend, plus practical repair tips from the Car Doctor and Car Talk experts. Plus our pick: Brake Basics, Why the Check Engine Light is On, Straightening the Steering Wheel on WCCO's Car Care.
Lindsay Automotive faces $75M in refunds for deceptive pricing while Hyundai's record sales challenge Ford and BMW's iX3 sweeps World Car Awards. Plus our pick: BEST M3 Generations & Are New Cars Ruining Future Enthusiasts? on MartiniWorks Podcast.
Record car payments crush affordability while Hyundai invests big in U.S. production and self-driving cars tackle zipper merges. Plus our pick: Moron Nation Unfiltered: OSS 1, Bickering Blower guys, and People who FAFO!
Hyundai confirms a body-on-frame pickup by 2030 while Mercedes invests $4B to dodge tariffs, plus Ken Block's early racing days and the Jeep Wrangler leading all car mentions. Plus our pick: How Never Giving Up Led Lee Pulliam to JRM on The Dale Jr. Download.
GM shifts focus to gas trucks while the Corvette C8 Grand Sport debuts and Dodge brings the 392 V8 back to the Durango. Plus Chase Elliott wins at Martinsville and our pick: The Do’s and Don’ts of Buying Your First Porsche 997 on Rennthusiast Radio.
GM's software strategy drives billion-dollar revenue growth while Rivian and Lucid secure direct-to-consumer sales rights, reshaping the EV market landscape. Plus our pick: Inside the Dealership: A candid talk with Porsche Hunt Valley's General Manager on Porsche Club Insider.
Volkswagen cuts jobs while Corvette debuts its new LS6 V8, and the FTC targets deceptive dealer ads as EV demand surges globally.
US News expands family vehicle awards to 14 categories as Elon Musk teases a vehicle called the Cybavan, and repair shops warn tire costs are climbing. Plus our pick: Episode 442: 2025 Lexus IS 500, Space Shuttle Tire Testing Robot on Unnamed Automotive Podcast.
Sony Honda cancels its Afeela EV project as MLB switches to Ford after 20 years, while diagnostic software and parts obsolescence are driving repair costs higher. Plus our pick: Q&A: Best Cars, Oil Change Truths & Costly A/C Mistakes on Car Connection Workshop.
Chevy unveils the new Corvette Grand Sport with a 6.7L V8 while a persistent technician shortage continues to strain service capacity outside GM franchises. Plus our pick: Episode 245: Meyer Shank Racing Owner Mike Shank on Cars & Culture with Jason Stein.
Honda's EV strategy crumbles as the Afeela cancellation reverberates across the industry, while rising fuel costs worldwide accelerate the EV shift. Plus our pick: Chris Ashton / Ruffian Cars on Overcrest: A Pretty Good Podcast.
Honda writes off billions on EVs while rising gas prices push buyers electric. Scott Speed’s F1 journey, Toyota faces tariff pressures, and our pick: Full Throttle Talk on Montana plates, Porsche GT pricing, and Tesla’s Cybercab.
Toyota challenges GM's sales crown with major U.S. expansion while one dealer scores 26 out of 100 on transparency. Plus our pick: Bret T. Fadley on The Jaded Mechanic Podcast.
Rising fuel costs drive buyers toward efficient vehicles while Porsche, Range Rover, and Corvette dominate discussions. European automakers face billions in tariff losses. Plus our pick: Jason Cammisa drives the BMW Z1 on The Carmudgeon Show.
BMW's electric i3 sedan challenges Tesla as EV lease returns and Rivian R2 pricing disappoint the market.
Tesla expands the Model Y in Australia while hosts compare the 2026 Golf GTI to electrified rivals and debate EV charging UX. Plus our pick: The User Experience Episode on The EV Musings Podcast.
The FTC targets deceptive dealership advertising while hosts test the new Volvo XC90 plug-in hybrid and field questions about brake noise and aging vehicles. Plus our pick: Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - Deputy Frank Sloup, Fridays With Frank, Interview - March 21, 2026 - Hour 2 on Ron Ananian The Car Doctor.
Ford's unicasting tech promises cheaper EV repairs, evo's journalists share their wildest testing mishaps, and Dale Jr. tells the hydroplane story that destroyed his dream Porsche. Plus our pick: Hurricane Charger and Stormy Industry Weather on Hooniverse.
Middle East supply disruptions force Toyota and Nissan production cuts, BMW's new i3 promises 900km range, and dealers debate AI marketing strategy. Plus our pick: F35s and Arlington on Off Track with Hinch and Rossi.
UK automakers battle subsidy crisis while rising fuel costs push consumers toward EVs, plus expert tips on jump-starting dead batteries and diagnosing alternator failures. Plus our pick: GRIDLIFE Champion, Dewey Dewitt talks GRIDLIFE sale, building RACECARS in 2026 on Konig Behind the Wheel.
Kia reaches the #5 US brand ranking behind Toyota, Ford, Honda, and Chevrolet, while BMW's electric i3 debuts on the Neue Klasse platform and used EV prices drop in Q1 2026. Plus our pick: Driving the Volkswagen ID.Cross, VW overtake BYD in China, Mercedes-Benz VLE, VW ID.3 Neo, Renault Bridger and R-Space Concept, Honda Cancels Zero Series, Ford and ChargePoint announce partnership, Nevo Driving Experience in Kildare on Nevo EV News Podcast.
Honda's EV retreat continued into Monday with more shows unpacking the $15.7B restructuring hit, while used EVs flood dealer lots and hosts debate daily-driving dream cars. Plus our pick: Did ChatGPT Name the Baby? Why Denny Wins. on Stacking Pennies with Corey LaJoie.
Honda cancels three EV models and takes a $16 billion loss while BYD's flash charger hits 1.5 megawatts, the Australian GP delivers chaos, and Rivian launches a performance division.
Rising gas prices fuel EV adoption as we test the 2026 Dodge Charger in snow and break down ceramic coating protection for daily drivers. Plus our pick: Episode 554: Rivian R2 Pricing Revealed on Ride the Lightning: Tesla and EV Podcast.
Honda cancels $16B EV plans while BYD revolutionizes fast-charging battery tech. Plus Toyota C-HR+ insights and catalytic converter theft prevention tips. Our pick: David Durand on taking Dacia from cheap to chic, on My Week in Cars (Autocar).
EV registrations plunge as Stellantis faces legal challenges, while Ford prices the Mustang Dark Horse at $77K and Nissan plots its turnaround. Plus our pick: Building a Car and a Career: The Story Behind Tim King's Automotive Journey on Driven by Enthusiasts.
Honda scraps three EVs and takes massive losses while Rivian's R2 starts at $45K and diesel costs squeeze the supply chain. Plus our pick: DAILY: Mercedes Premium VLE Van, GM Bolt Arrives At Dealers and Porsche Adds Cayenne S EV | 11 Mar 2026 on EV News Daily.
Porsche struggles financially while hosts rank the Mustang, 911, and Corvette as top driver's cars, plus NIO defends battery swapping against BYD's charging push. Plus our pick: You Literally Cannot Mess This Coating Up on The Auto Detailing Podcast.
Volkswagen's operating profit dropped $12 billion while the 997.1 Porsche 911 emerges as an undervalued gem, and Chinese EV makers battle over charging tech. Plus our pick: America's Hidden Desire to Live Car-Free on The War on Cars.
BYD's charging battle, a pristine 2000 Dodge Viper ACR, and legendary designer Ian Callum discuss Aston Martin's iconic vehicles. Plus our pick: Why I Sold My GT3 RS for a 'Lesser' 911 on 9WERKS Radio : The Porsche and Car Podcast.
Volkswagen hits two million EV deliveries while Scout Motors battles dealer lawsuits and Subaru recalls hybrids over fire risks. Plus our pick: VW Women and the Air-Cooled Sisterhood on To All The Cars I've Loved Before.
Mercedes sweeps the Australian GP while F1 preps radical 2026 hybrids, and podcasters debate EV charging infrastructure versus traditional Tesla ownership. Plus our pick: 342: Keyless Access Module Registration, How Hard Can It Be? on Automotive Diagnostic Podcast.
Major automaker leadership changes collide with VW's ID.Golf strategy and campaigns for affordable EV vans, plus practical ownership advice on potholes and accident depreciation. Plus our pick: 2026 Lexus TX 550h+ Plug-In Hybrid: 404 HP Luxury Meets 33-Mile Electric Range on America on the Road.
Oil prices spike past $84 while dealers struggle with massive EV inventory, plus BYD's breakthrough battery tech and the Mustang dominates our charts. Plus our pick: Do You Name Your Vehicle? The Stories Behind Our Cars on Car Connection Workshop.
Auto loan stretches hit records as vehicle prices soar, while Corvettes dominate frozen lakes and hosts crown the ultimate hot hatch champion. Plus our pick: Auto Off Topic's 400th episode Starion restoration.
Jeremy Clarkson talks peak car, EVs, and restomods in an exclusive Autocar interview, while VW dealers sue Scout Motors and Chinese brands outsell Japan in Australia. Plus our pick: Clarkson's exclusive on My Week in Cars.
Kia surpasses Hyundai in U.S. sales, BMW's EV lineup leaks, and Tesla Berlin runs at 56% capacity. Plus our pick: VW Women on To All The Cars I've Loved Before.
Suppliers announce massive layoffs while shows dive into Benz's pioneering past, Jay Leno's emissions fight, and whether used EVs are actually worth buying.
Formula One teams react to major 2026 regulation changes while Cybertruck pricing and EV cost concerns dominate discussions across 20 episodes.
Jeep goes hybrid-only while Stellantis posts €22 billion loss and Aston Martin cuts staff.
Renault claims UK Car of the Year and Ford taps a Tesla veteran for its next-gen electric platform.
Ford recalls 4.3M pickups and SUVs over a trailer brake software glitch while Porsche ends the Boxster and Cayman lineup and Hyundai confirms an electric pickup for 2028.
Stellantis eliminates worker profit sharing amid a €22B loss while Charger, Corvette, and Mustang led sports car discussions across the podcasts.
Nissan plans two Pathfinders by 2029 while Aston Martin slashes workforce. Tesla's Model Y continues winning as Ford Bronco and Mustang dominate discussions.
BMW and European automakers step back from autonomy while BYD's 1,500kW chargers reshape EV charging, plus 911 and Corvette enthusiasts clash over performance legends.
Supreme Court relief hits automakers as record dealerships close and YouTube mechanics get called out for clicks over car care advice.
From closing dealerships to Porsche 911 design rankings, plus the critical EV battery diagnostics reshaping collision repair operations nationwide.
Rivian's R2 impresses early reviewers while Toyota confirms all-electric Highlander and Porsche revives gas engines for Boxster.
Toyota debuts the bZ Woodland and C-HR EVs while experts tackle hard brakes, coolant leaks, and knowing when to ditch a dying vehicle.
Tariff ruling reshapes auto industry while VW Chattanooga celebrates historic UAW ratification and Honda's design legacy gets celebrated ahead of Dave Marek's retirement.
Owners love their electric cars while automakers slash EV investments. Plus: lifetime fluids exposed, 2026 awards revealed, and why your parked car could be dangerous.
Hosts debate why Honda won't revive the S2000 while automakers keep losing billions on EVs and Joel McHale shows off his unhinged garage.
Uncover hidden lease equity, hear what 5,500 technicians really want, and why Americans are drowning in car payments.
Toyota's all-electric 2027 Highlander faces sales skepticism as new car prices soar past $50,000, plus Tyler Reddick's Daytona 500 triumph.
Track legends meet EV future as the R2 impresses critics and young Porsche enthusiasts shape the hobby's direction.
Ford lost $11 billion on EVs, Ferrari tapped Jony Ive for its first electric interior, and Cadillac unveiled its F1 livery at the Super Bowl.
Electric vehicle sales contract into 2026 as new car prices force buyers toward the used market instead.
Trump Administration kills the EPA endangerment finding, Ferrari reveals a Jony Ive-designed EV, Rivian R2 gets its first press drives, and Tesla FSD v14 goes for a long test.
Nissan accelerates factory closures and 20,000 job cuts, Mercedes earnings halve on tariffs and China, and 23 podcasts debate 911s vs. Mustangs, Daytona prep, and the hybrid future.
New car sales hit a six-year low, Defenders take on the Dakar, BMW's Neue Klasse surfaces in Melbourne, and a rotary engine guru explains why you're tuning your Wankel wrong. 22 podcasts covered.
Honda writes off $1.7 billion on 15,000 EVs, NASCAR hammers out charter deals, and the car world remembers Dale Earnhardt 25 years after Daytona. 26 podcasts covered.
Toyota warns of three price increases in 2026, plug-in hybrids flatline at 2% market share, and Hyundai proves EVs can still be fun if you can afford one. 35 podcasts covered.
UAW scores Volkswagen's 20% wage win while Scout Motors and Hyundai chart divergent EV paths.
Tesla abandons Model S and X for robots while Dodge's electrified Charger claims top honors at Barrett-Jackson's record auction.
Tesla shifted FSD to subscription-only, a Ferrari 250 GTO broke Mecum auction records, Scout Motors cleared a dealer hurdle in California, and Tesla launched unsupervised robotaxis in Austin.
China dominated the conversation with BYD surging in the UK, the Corvette ZR1X posted hypercar numbers, BMW revealed an electric M3, and New York opened its biggest EV charging hub yet.
CES dominated the conversation, Bring a Trailer crossed $1.7 billion in 2025 sales, and shows across the board looked ahead to what 2026 might bring.
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