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Porsche Ponders Panamera-Taycan Merger As Possible Penny-Pinching Measure

staff@jalopnik.com (Andy Kalmowitz) — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 18:25:00 +0000

By merging the Taycan and Panamera into one vehicle, Porsche could deliver saving across a number of departments while avoiding the death of one of the cars.

Super Clipping Is Formula 1's Most Hated Term After Opener In Australia

staff@jalopnik.com (Ryan Erik King) — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 18:11:03 +0000

Super clipping won't be as prominent at other circuits on the calendar, but it likely won't be eliminated entirely without significant rules changes.

Jeep Wrangler Infected By Woke Mind Virus, Doesn't Roll Over As Easily Anymore

staff@jalopnik.com (Logan K. Carter) — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 17:25:00 +0000

Jeep tweaked the frame rail design on Wranglers built after October 2025, so now they finally avoid tipping over in the IIHS's small overlap crash test.

These Are The Features You Wish You Could Simply Download Onto Your Cars

staff@jalopnik.com (Logan K. Carter) — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:25:00 +0000

I knew that several of you clever little people inside my computer would say, "a manual transmission" or "physical buttons."

Saudi Arabia Is Trying New Methods To Keep Selling Oil

staff@jalopnik.com (Amber DaSilva) — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:21:43 +0000

We're looking at Saudi attempts to keep moving oil, as well as dealer attempts to keep moving EVs and more.

2026 Dodge Charger Sixpack R/T 4-Door Aims For Broad Appeal, And Kind Of Succeeds

staff@jalopnik.com (Andy Kalmowitz) — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:00:00 +0000

I'm sure this car will help with Dodge's sales woes, I just worry that it's not quite enough of a good value while also not quite performance-oriented enough.

What Rules Would You Introduce To Fix Flying?

staff@jalopnik.com (Erin Marquis) — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:25:00 +0000

Flying is usually a miserable experience. I want to hear your ideas on how to move that needle from "a complete mess" to "fairly tolerable."

At $6,500, Is This 1994 Toyota Corolla Wagon An Unexpected Bargain?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:25:00 +0000

The mods certainly make this Corolla stand out, but will they put off potential buyers?

Ford Patented A Smart Car Door That 'Brakes' Before It Hits Anything

staff@jalopnik.com (Ryan Erik King) — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:25:00 +0000

There's an accelerometer to detect how fast the door is opening and a second sensor to see if anything is in the door's path.

The 2026 Hybrids That Get The Best Real-World Gas Mileage, According To Consumer Reports

staff@jalopnik.com (Collin Woodard) — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 09:25:00 +0000

Thankfully automotive technology has come a long way since 2003, and you now have an abundance of hybrid options that get outstanding gas mileage.

Using Wipers Without Headlights In Bad Weather Is Illegal In These US States

staff@jalopnik.com (Peter Nelson) — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 03:25:00 +0000

Are you required to have your headlights whenever your wipers are turned on? The answer depends on what state you're driving in.

Lawsuit Seeks To Strike Down Florida License Plate Frame Ban After Man's Arrest For Having One On Rental Car

staff@jalopnik.com (Justin Hughes) — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:25:00 +0000

When even the police agree the law is poorly written, it's time for a change.

Scared Of Rising Gas Prices? This EV Lease Deal Is The Cheapest In The Country

staff@jalopnik.com (Collin Woodard) — Sun, 08 Mar 2026 23:05:00 +0000

Maybe now's the perfect time to avoid gas pumps altogether.

This Rakish JDM Honda Accord Wagon Looks Way Cooler Than Any Normal Car Needs To

staff@jalopnik.com (Logan K. Carter) — Sun, 08 Mar 2026 22:25:00 +0000

Japan got its own version of the sixth-generation Accord, and the wagons are amazing.

How Piston Shape Impacts Engine Performance And Efficiency

staff@jalopnik.com (Kiran Menon) — Sun, 08 Mar 2026 21:25:00 +0000

Engineers have a lot to think about when designing new engines, and one of the biggest considerations is the shape of the pistons in the cylinders.

9 Hot Rodder Terms You've Heard, But Probably Never Fully Understood

staff@jalopnik.com (Zak Wojnar) — Sun, 08 Mar 2026 20:45:00 +0000

Hot rods were once a huge part of American youth culture, so much so that hot rodders developed their own language. Here are the classic terms you should know.

This WW1 Helmet Designed By Ford Looks Like Something Out Of A Medieval Horror Story

staff@jalopnik.com (Chloe Clougher) — Sun, 08 Mar 2026 20:05:00 +0000

Ford is famous for building cars, but its manufacturing know-how was enlisted to help fight WW1 with this interestingly shaped infantry helmet.

What The Hell Was Lotus Thinking When It Named The PHEV Eletre The Lotus For Me

staff@jalopnik.com (Logan K. Carter) — Sun, 08 Mar 2026 19:25:00 +0000

At least the Lotus For Me has 939 horsepower, and in other markets it will just be called the Eletre X.

Senate Lays Out Its Biggest Plans For NASA In Years, Accelerating Moon Race And Delaying ISS Termination

staff@jalopnik.com (Nicholas Werner) — Sun, 08 Mar 2026 19:05:00 +0000

For a while, NASA's future looked to be on shaky ground, but this new proposal seems like a fresh vote of confidence.

Do Harley-Davidsons Need Back Pressure?

staff@jalopnik.com (Kiran Menon) — Sun, 08 Mar 2026 17:05:00 +0000

There's a prevalent myth in the enthusiast community that motorcycles like Harley-Davidsons need back pressure, but is it true? Here's what to know.