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Hyundai Just Patented An Electronic Gated Manual Shifter And It Might Be For More Than Fake EV Gears

staff@jalopnik.com (Nico DeMattia) — Fri, 22 May 2026 19:25:00 +0000

It looks like an electronic gated manual shifter that can be used both as a manual and as an automatic, and it doesn't seem to be only for EVs.

The 2026 SUVs With The Most Cargo Space

staff@jalopnik.com (Ivo Gievski) — Wed, 20 May 2026 20:45:00 +0000

If you're in the market for a new SUV with a massive amount of interior cargo space, then these models should definitely be on your shortlist.

A Six-Speed Manual Porsche Cayenne GTS Is For Sale, And I'm Sure This One Definitely Won't Go For A Truly Absurd Amount Of Money

staff@jalopnik.com (Collin Woodard) — Fri, 22 May 2026 18:25:00 +0000

We're still talking about a 2008 model here, so the car itself is essentially two decades old.

Are Toyota And Lexus Parts Interchangeable?

staff@jalopnik.com (Aakash Badree) — Tue, 19 May 2026 23:25:00 +0000

With Toyota owning Lexus, many assume the two brands' parts are universally interchangeable, but the their mechanical compatibility is slightly more nuanced.

Why These 454 Big Block Corvettes Are Worth Ridiculous Money

staff@jalopnik.com (Kiran Menon) — Tue, 19 May 2026 20:05:00 +0000

Chevy's 454 big-block V-8 powered some of the brand's most iconic classic muscle cars, but this specific Corvette 454 trim stands out as the most valuable.

Ocean-To-Ocean Rail Route Used By Hyundai Could Make Panama Canal Shipping Obsolete

staff@jalopnik.com (Ryan Erik King) — Tue, 19 May 2026 18:25:00 +0000

Using rail to send vehicles across Mexico could be faster than using the Panama Canal, and according to some sources, it could be cheaper, too.

Honda Teases An Even Hotter Civic Type R With HRC Magic

staff@jalopnik.com (Amber DaSilva) — Thu, 21 May 2026 21:19:09 +0000

The HRC-ified Type R seems to have both internal and external changes, at least based on the parts of the car that Honda deemed worthy of covering with camo.

Ford Takes The Bronco Upmarket By Teaming Up With Bougie Outdoor Brand Filson

staff@jalopnik.com (Andy Kalmowitz) — Tue, 19 May 2026 16:00:00 +0000

If there's one thing Ford's Bronco was missing, it was a fancier (and probably more expensive) trim.

The Ford Taurus Saved Ford, But Consumer Reports Said V6 Models Literally Stunk

staff@jalopnik.com (Charles Krome) — Tue, 19 May 2026 02:25:00 +0000

The Ford Taurus was revolutionary when it first debuted in the mid 1980s. However, it did have some issues, and Consumer Reports said it had a horrible smell.

What's Included In The C8 Corvette's Z51 Package?

staff@jalopnik.com (Alvin Reyes) — Mon, 18 May 2026 22:25:00 +0000

The Z51 package -- exclusive to the Stingray trim -- refines the Corvette into a track-ready vehicle by optimizing power, suspension, grip, and more.

Toyota Tacoma Vs Chevy Colorado: Which 2021 Midsized Pickup Depreciated Faster?

staff@jalopnik.com (Monday Goma) — Mon, 18 May 2026 19:25:00 +0000

The Toyota Tacoma's reputation for reliability has historically translated into great resale values, but is the 2021 Colorado the better deal now?

Manthey-Modified Porsche 911 GT2 RS (The Previous-Gen Car!) Topples C8 Corvette ZR1's Road Atlanta Time

staff@jalopnik.com (Nico DeMattia) — Thu, 21 May 2026 20:21:25 +0000

When Porsche breaks out the Manthey kit, you know it's out for blood.

Police Seize Stolen Corvette After Pursuit, Driver Claims It's His And Steals It Back From Impound Lot

staff@jalopnik.com (Justin Hughes) — Thu, 21 May 2026 19:25:00 +0000

On top of the charges from the initial police pursuit, the driver is now facing charges for breaking into the impound lot and stealing the car a second time.

This Could Be The Worst Honda Engine Ever Built

staff@jalopnik.com (Peter Nelson) — Mon, 18 May 2026 16:25:00 +0000

One turbocharged Honda engine is associated with quality mileage and responsiveness, but some drivers have also noted issues with its long-term reliability.

Cybertruck Driver Tried Using Wade Mode In A Lake, Ended Up In Jail

staff@jalopnik.com (Lalita Chemello) — Thu, 21 May 2026 16:50:09 +0000

The Cybertruck, took on water, bricked itself, and had to be abandoned. Amongst others, the driver now faces charges for not having valid boat registration.

2027 BMW M3 CS Handschalter Goes RWD And Gets A Manual Only For America

staff@jalopnik.com (Daniel Golson) — Mon, 18 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000

This new limited-run model is 42 pounds lighter than a base manual M3, and it has unique tuning for its chassis, engine, steering and six-speed transmission.

Is The 2025 Hyundai Tucson Reliable? This Is What Consumer Reports Says

staff@jalopnik.com (Kiran Menon) — Mon, 18 May 2026 03:25:00 +0000

The Hyundai Tucson is a practical and fuel-efficient SUV, and Consumer Reports named it one of the best SUVs you can buy in 2025. But how reliable is it?

Here's How Much A 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Has Depreciated In 5 Years

staff@jalopnik.com (Monday Goma) — Sun, 17 May 2026 21:25:00 +0000

The 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio had a steeper price than many of its midsize sports sedan rivals, but how does its value hold up today?

What The Hell Could Subaru's ACX STI Trademark Be About?

staff@jalopnik.com (Chris Tsui) — Sun, 17 May 2026 19:25:00 +0000

The ACX name isn't actually new-new within Subaru's back catalog.

Why Honda Made A Formula Car With Its Engine In This Weird Location

staff@jalopnik.com (Chloe Clougher) — Sun, 17 May 2026 16:25:00 +0000

Back in the 1990s, Honda was big on formula racing cars, but one was more remarkable than the others, thanks to a very strange engine location.