Automotive News
The 1,153-HP Mercedes-AMG GT SUV Plays Back a Recorded AMG V8
October 24, 2026
The electric 2028 Mercedes-AMG GT SUV makes up to 1,153 hp and plays a V8 sound that AMG recorded with 16 microphones on reference cars including the AMG GT R.
Ferrari Luce Costs $560,800 in the U.S., $55,657 Above Europe’s Pre-Tax Price
October 24, 2026
The Ferrari Luce starts at $560,800 in the U.S. before options and sales tax, which is $55,657 above its European price once Italy’s 22% VAT is taken out.
Palm Beach Cavallino Classic 2027: Dates, Tickets, Schedule and Where to Stay
October 20, 2026
More than 300 Ferraris filled the lawns of The Boca Raton for the 2026 Cavallino Classic, and the 2027 show runs February 19 to 21 in Ferrari’s 80th year.
The World Rally Championship Returns to the U.S. on August 26, 2027
October 14, 2026
The FIA put Rally US on the 2027 World Rally Championship calendar for August 26-29, the first U.S. round since the 1988 Olympus Rally in Washington state.
Volkswagen’s ID. Tiguan Will Replace the ID.4 in the U.S.
October 14, 2026
Volkswagen of America says the electric ID. Tiguan, revealed October 9 with climate buttons and up to 600 km of WLTP range, is planned to succeed the ID.4.
Tesla Renamed Full Self-Driving “Tesla Assisted Driving” in Europe
October 14, 2026
Tesla’s German, British and other European sites now call FSD Tesla Assisted Driving, after Germany’s transport ministry called the old name somewhat misleading.
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