General
Trump Threatens Higher Car Tariffs
President Trump threatened to increase car tariffs beyond the 25% enacted in April in an attempt to lure more factories to the U.S.
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General
Trump Signs Measure to Block California Gas Car Ban
President Trump signed a resolution meant to block California from banning the sale of new gas-powered cars after 2035.
Electric Vehicle
Tesla Updates Model X, S
Tesla announced updates to its Model S and X today, including improved suspension and noise canceling tech. Prices rose by $5,000.
Fullsize Pickup Truck
Ford Launches F-150 Lobo Street Truck
The new 2025 Ford F-150 Lobo takes the STX trim, adds a V8, lowers it, and adds many black appearance upgrades.
General
Despite Tariffs, Car Dealer Inventory Grew in May
Most car brands ended May with more inventory than they had at the start, despite tariffs and threats to industry production.
General
Mercedes Recalls EVs, S-Class Over Backup Sound
Mercedes has recalled 94 vehicles because they may not sound a required beep when reversing.
Advice
Catalytic Converter Theft: Tips to Keeping Your Car Safe
Learn why thieves target catalytic converters, which vehicles are most at risk, and discover effective prevention strategies.
Luxury Midsize SUV Crossover
2026 BMW XM Comes in Single, Powerful Trim
BMW will reduce its XM high-performance SUV to a single trim level for 2026, keeping only the powerful Label edition.
Electric Vehicle
Chevy Bolt Returning for 2027
The Chevrolet Bolt will return to the market for the 2027 model year. GM buried that news in a press release about new factories this week.
General
Trade Deal Could Solve Auto Industry’s Rare Earth Problem
The U.S. and China may have struck a deal that will restore trade in rare earth minerals the auto industry needs.