Category Archives: Motor Authority

Dartz is officially launching in the U.S. and plans to begin local production The first vehicle to arrive will be the Prombron Black Stallion Type C Dartz is considering a location in Florida for its production facility Dartz has built a reputation over the years for producing some of the world’s most over-the-top SUVs. InContinue reading “Dartz plans to build its wild SUVs in the US”

Genesis’ performance sub-brand, Magma, has been spotted testing its first model The GV60 Magma is scheduled to debut in 2025, likely as a 2026 model for the U.S. A Magma version of every vehicle in the Genesis lineup is planned, with some anticipated to feature hybrid technology Genesis launched a performance sub-brand last year, similarContinue reading “2026 Genesis GV60 Magma spied for first time”

Subaru unveiled the WRX S210 STI Complete Car prototype at the 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon It previews a production model limited to 500 units, set to go on sale later this year Compared to the standard WRX, it features more power and comes equipped with a standard CVT Subaru has no plans to release anContinue reading “Subaru WRX S210 is the closest thing to a new WRX STI”

Nissan has unveiled an R32 Skyline GT-R converted to run on battery power The 62-kwh battery was taken from a former Leaf RC race car concept The goal of the project was to deliver a similar driving sensation to the original gas-powered car Whether Nissan launches its next-generation R36 GT-R with an electric powertrain remainsContinue reading “Electric Nissan GT-R debuts at 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon”

Ken Block’s “Hoonitruck,” a heavily modified 1977 Ford F-150 used in the late rally driver and viral-video star’s “Gymkhana” series, will be up for grabs at Barrett-Jackson’s annual Scottsdale, Arizona, collector car auction, which starts on Jan. 18. The truck was commissioned by Block, who died in 2023 in a snowmobile crash, as a follow-upContinue reading “Ken Block’s Hoonitruck heads to auction”

Hyundai on Friday used the 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon to showcase a special edition of the Ioniq 5 N with additional performance upgrades. Called the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N DK Edition, it’s scheduled to launch in Japan and South Korea later this year. Hyundai said it’s evaluating other potential markets, so importation to the U.S.Continue reading “Hyundai Ioniq 5 N DK Edition packs aero and brake enhancements”

The Cadillac F1 team will be a full works team with its own chassis and power units Responsible for Cadillac F1’s power units will be the new GM Performance Power Units The Cadillac F1 team is anticipated to start racing in 2026, initially running Ferrari power units General Motors is taking steps to ensure thatContinue reading “Cadillac F1 to become a full works team by 2030”

Toyota unveiled a mid-engined GR Yaris prototype at the 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon The prototype is powered by a newly developed 2.0-liter turbo-4 The prototype’s reveal has reignited rumors of the return of the MR2 Toyota surprised visitors at the 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon on Friday with a GR Yaris prototype featuring a new 2.0-literContinue reading “Toyota built a mid-engined prototype packing a new turbo-4”

Scout received over 50,000 reservations since revealing its Terra pickup truck and Traveler SUV last fall Around 70% opted for the Traveler and over 50% opted for a hybrid powertrain The new Scouts are due in 2027 with a promised starting price below $60,000 Volkswagen Group’s new pickup and SUV brand, Scout, designed specifically forContinue reading “Most Scout reservations pick hybrid over EV, says CEO”

Faraday Future launched the FX sub-brand during 2025 CES FX will initially offer a trio of minivans with a choice of electric or hybrid powertrains The first model will be a luxury minivan called the Super One It’s been eight years since Faraday Future first unveiled its FF 91, and since then, only a handfulContinue reading “Faraday Future not dead, launches FX brand for AI minivans”