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2027 Dodge Charger Super Bee Is A 600-Horsepower Track-Focused Muscle Car That's As Quick As A Hellcat Redeye

staff@jalopnik.com (Logan K. Carter) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0000

In addition to bigger turbos, the new Super Bee has improved cooling, bigger brakes, a new suspension setup, better aerodynamics, and track driving modes.

At $3,000, Is This 1989 Toyota Camry All-Trac An Alright Deal?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:25:00 +0000

It's a rare all-wheel drive model with some interesting mod potential.

8-Year-Old Mazda 3 Sales Soaring Along With Gas Prices

staff@jalopnik.com (Chris Tsui) — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:25:00 +0000

Mazda 3 sedan sales are up 91.8% year-over-year whereas the slightly more expensive hatchback grew 77.4%.

Dual-Motor Mercedes-AMG GT53 4-Door Coupe Has Less Power, Longer Range And 'Authentic' Inline-6 Noises

staff@jalopnik.com (Andy Kalmowitz) — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:15:43 +0000

The entry-level GT 4-Door Coupe makes do with just 536 horsepower, but it'll still hit 60 mph in just 3.4 seconds and charge from 10% to 80% in 11 minutes.

2026 Cadillac CT5 Spectacularly Fails IIHS Updated Side Impact Crash Test

staff@jalopnik.com (Logan K. Carter) — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 21:12:30 +0000

Research shows that brain injuries are likely during head impacts greater than about 80 g, and the driver dummy experienced more than twice that force.

Mercedes-AMG CLA45 EV Lapped The Nürburgring 3 Seconds Faster Than The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N

staff@jalopnik.com (Chris Tsui) — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:31:07 +0000

The electric CLA45's record lap was faster than a Porsche Taycan Turbo S, and almost 13 seconds faster than the old gas-powered CLA45.

2027 Mercedes-Maybach S680 Exudes V12 Fabulousness No Matter Which Seat You're In

staff@jalopnik.com (Daniel Golson) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 15:29:42 +0000

Whether you're the chauffeur behind the wheel or the passenger princess in one of the reclining rear-seat thrones, the V12 Maybach is just wonderful.

2027 Mercedes-Benz C-Class EV Is 99% Good Clean Luxury And 1% AI Slop

staff@jalopnik.com (Erin Marquis) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 01:00:00 +0000

The company is broadening the C-Class's horizons even further for its well-heeled customers despite it being a chaotic time in the EV market.

Here's How Much A 2021 Mercedes-Maybach S580 Has Depreciated In 5 Years

staff@jalopnik.com (Monday Goma) — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 23:45:00 +0000

The 2021 Maybach S580 debuted the latest generation of Mercedes' ultimate luxury sedans, and depreciation has made it an interesting used proposition in 2026.

Subaru's New 2026 WRX Base Trim Kicks A Lot Of Ass For $33,690

staff@jalopnik.com (Logan K. Carter) — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Though it may not be quite as titillating as its trailblazing predecessors, the manual WRX is a great choice for enthusiasts on a budget.

These Are Some Of The Rarest Lexus Models (And What They're Worth)

staff@jalopnik.com (Chloe Clougher) — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 14:05:00 +0000

Despite its "boring and reliable" image, Lexus built several incredibly exclusive cars over the years – some with price tags that would make Ferrari blush.

At $25,500, Is This 2007 Subaru Impreza WRX STi A Built Bargain?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:25:00 +0000

Does a claimed $40,000-worth of mods help or hurt this road-going rally car?

The Nissan Altima Is Finally Dead, You Can Exhale Now

staff@jalopnik.com (Andy Kalmowitz) — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:30:29 +0000

After 34 years of terrorizing America's roads with Big Altima Energy, Nissan is dropping the midsize sedan from its lineup.

The Lexus LS 400 Was Born From Toyota's Secret F1 Project That Cost $1 Billion

staff@jalopnik.com (Michael Frank) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 01:25:00 +0000

A secret Toyota project set out to beat Germany's luxury elite. What followed became one of the automotive industry's biggest success stories.

671-HP Mercedes-AMG CLA45 EV Has Three Axial-Flux Motors And Simulated Shifts, Just Like The New GT 4-Door

staff@jalopnik.com (Chris Tsui) — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:37:38 +0000

Sadly we won't be getting the electric CLA45 in the U.S., but its wild powertrain could be brought over in the upcoming GLA.

2027 Mercedes-Maybach S580 Is An Upgraded Ultra-Luxury Sedan Thriving In An Ultra-SUV World

staff@jalopnik.com (Andy Kalmowitz) — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 22:01:00 +0000

Though not a ground-up redesign, Maybach did a lot to keep the big S-Class relevant as its SUV (and sedan) competition continues to pound at the door.

Happy 50th Birthday To The Opulent Doorstop; The Aston Martin Lagonda Series 2

staff@jalopnik.com (Brad Brownell) — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:25:00 +0000

It's one of the strangest sedans of all time, but whether you love it or hate it, the wedge-shaped Lagonda is a huge part of Aston Martin's history.

This Might Be The Cheapest Used Porsche Taycan Ever Listed With A Clean Title

staff@jalopnik.com (Collin Woodard) — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 20:57:52 +0000

Where there's one pre-owned Taycan available in the $30,000-range, more are sure to follow. In a few more months, we could be swimming in them.

New Hyundai Elantra Pushes The Boundaries Of Compact Sedan Design Even Further

staff@jalopnik.com (Daniel Golson) — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:29:44 +0000

Hyundai didn't play things safe when redesigning one of its best-selling cars.

At $4,999, Is This 1992 Honda Accord LX An Earnestly Good Deal?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:25:00 +0000

Not to spoil the surprise, but the interior here is a thing of glory to behold.