Vehicles

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  Tesla Model X owner is tired of the touch screen, installed physical buttons

  Tesla's minimalist aesthetic in car interiors appeals to many, but not everyone is thrilled. For example, a Model X owner from China customized his car to include a set of physical buttons for easier access to key functions.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 26, 2023, 6:43 p.m.
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  2025 Kia K5 gets updated lighting and curved displays in the interior

  In the midst of the growing popularity of crossovers, Kia hasn't slowed down in refreshing its sedan lineup. The K5, previously known as the Optima, is receiving a mid-cycle update nearly four years after its current fifth-generation model made its debut.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 26, 2023, 2:12 p.m.
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  Mercedes EQA & EQB now available for order in Europe

  Mercedes-Benz has opened orders in Europe for the update versions of the EQA and EQB electric models. Unveiled in August, the new editions of the two EVs are priced at a similar level to their predecessors.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 26, 2023, 1:56 p.m.
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  Xpeng unveils van with built-in drone and sports car with quadcopter functionality

  Xpeng has showcased a car that can fly and also a van that houses a drone, aimed at aiding search and rescue operations.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 26, 2023, 1:26 p.m.
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  Renault Niagara hybrid pickup previewing the styling language of future production models

  Renault unveiled a new concept in Brazil, signaling the direction for "several" new production vehicles that will launch globally, excluding Europe, by 2027. Known as the Renault Niagara, this concept is a pickup truck featuring an adventurous design and equipped with an E-Tech hybrid 4x4 drivetrain.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 26, 2023, 10:46 a.m.
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  2024 Toyota bZ4X and Subaru Solterra offer faster cold-weather charging in Japan

  Toyota and Subaru have unveiled a set of updates for the 2024 model year of their bZ4X and Solterra electric vehicles in Japan, emphasizing enhanced charging speeds in cold weather conditions. The Toyota bZ4X also adds more standard features, while the Subaru Solterra sees improvements to its safety package.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 26, 2023, 10:29 a.m.
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  Renault Kardian is a new compact crossover that will not even be available in France

  This all-new vehicle is the inaugural model in an extensive lineup aimed at a global audience, signaling Renault's updated approach for markets outside of Europe. Initially, the Kardian will launch in Latin America and eventually make its way to other non-European territories.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 25, 2023, 6:06 p.m.
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  Nissan's distinctive V-Motion grille may soon be a thing of the past

  As Nissan transitions to an electrified future, the V-Motion motif likely won't be part of the company's vehicle design.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 25, 2023, 3:27 p.m.
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  Mitsubishi's future AWD minivan with raised suspension could be next-generation Delica

  A glimpse into the future of Mitsubishi's Delica was offered with the recent reveal of the eye-catching Mitsubishi D:X Concept at Tokyo's Japan Mobility Show. Though the audacious plug-in hybrid takes cues from past Delica models, its conceptual nature makes it significantly more extravagant.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 25, 2023, 1:48 p.m.
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  Lexus LF-ZL is a preview of flagship electric SUV with spacious cabin and heaps of technology

  The Lexus LF-ZL was recently showcased alongside another EV concept, the LF-ZC, at the Japan Mobility Show. This concept SUV could serve as a precursor to an upcoming production model that's likely to sit higher in the luxury hierarchy compared to the LF-ZC.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 25, 2023, 1:20 p.m.
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  Lexus stuns with LF-ZC concept, targets Tesla Model 3 in 2026 with prismatic batteries

  Lexus grabbed the spotlight at Tokyo's Japan Mobility Show by revealing its eye-catching LF-ZC Concept. This next-gen battery-electric vehicle (BEV) provides a sneak peek into the production model set for a 2026 release.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 25, 2023, 1:03 p.m.
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  Toyota unveils FT-Se, fueling speculation of MR2 comeback

  Following a teaser of an electric sports car concept last week, Toyota has formally debuted its FT-Se model at the current Japan Mobility Show in Tokyo. The vehicle serves as a conceptual preview for what could be a sports car in Toyota's carbon-neutral future.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 25, 2023, 12:34 p.m.
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  ?koda releases exterior sketches of the fourth-generation Superb

  With its debut just a little over a week away, ?koda Auto has made public the exterior sketches of its brand-new ICE flagship, the fourth-generation Superb. The upcoming Superb incorporates initial aspects of the Modern Solid design aesthetic.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 25, 2023, 12:12 p.m.
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  Nissan unveils Hyper Force: An electric hypercar with GT-R elements and 1,341 horsepower

  Nissan has just pulled the curtain back on the Hyper Force, a fully electric sports car boasting 1,341 horsepower (1,000 kW). While the automaker doesn't overtly connect it to their GT-R lineage, the similarities are unmistakable, right down to the backlit, pixel-style emblem.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 25, 2023, 11:59 a.m.
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  Subaru unveils electric Sport Mobility concept, possibly hinting at electrified BRZ

  At the Japan Mobility Show, Subaru presented an electric coupe known as the Sport Mobility concept.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 25, 2023, 11:24 a.m.
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  Honda makes a splash with electric Prelude Concept at Japan Mobility Show

  Instead of unveiling the much-speculated NSX successor, Honda surprised the audience at the Japan Mobility Show by bringing back a familiar name from its sports car lineup: the updated Prelude Concept.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 25, 2023, 10:55 a.m.
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  Toyota's FT-3e: A practical electric crossover with external displays

  The Japan Mobility Show is officially underway and Toyota has used the event to unveil the new FT-3e concept. The newcomer is an electric crossover with edgy styling and a minimalist cabin.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 25, 2023, 10:40 a.m.
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  Mazda Iconic SP concept car unveiled with rotary EV system powertrain

  The Mazda Iconic SP concept made its debut today at the Japan Mobility Show with a novel feature that sports car fans have been clamoring for since 2012: a rotary engine.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 25, 2023, 10:30 a.m.
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  Now you can pay respect to Type R with the special edition Casio Edifice watches

  Casio's Edifice is a new watch designed to pay respect to the legacy of the Honda Type R, with many of the custom features referencing the performance-oriented models.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 24, 2023, 7:48 p.m.
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  Infiniti's first electric vehicle aims to be a stunning performance sedan

  Infiniti today unveiled the Vision Qe concept at an event on the shores of Tokyo Bay. The concept embodies the premium brand's evolving design language and sets the tone for its first all-electric sedan.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Oct. 24, 2023, 7:27 p.m.