An engineering thesis disguised as a coupe: A history of the Honda Prelude
Technology like four-wheel steering and variable valve timing debuted in the Prelude.
Larry Printz
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Cars // All things automotive
Doubling the voltage: What 800 V architecture really changes in EVs
Confused about electric vehicle voltages? You won’t be after reading this.
Matthew MacConnell
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BYD’s latest EVs can get close to full charge in just 12 minutes
Carmaker’s technology means EVs can be ready almost as quickly as filling a fuel tank.
Financial Times
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Lucid announces midsize EV platform, says profitability lies with SUVs
Three smaller SUVs are in development, starting at under $50,000.
Jonathan M. Gitlin
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Rivian reveals pricing and trim details for its R2 SUV
The midsize AWD EV goes on sale this spring, single-motor versions in 2027.
Jonathan M. Gitlin
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Facing heavy losses, Honda cancels its three US-made electric vehicles
Tariffs, torn-up US emissions regs, and being uncompetitive in China are all to blame.
Jonathan M. Gitlin
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How I streamed my off-road Miata race using Starlink and StarStream
This satellite streaming technology transforms off-road racing for fans and teams.
Emme Hall
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A glimpse into tuner culture: Fast and Furious exhibit at the Petersen
The museum is celebrating 25 years of the original F&F film with a 23-car exhibit.
Jonathan M. Gitlin
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These new winter tires have studs that retract as it warms up
Clever polymer science and a little robotic precision created the Hakkapeliitta 01.
Kristin Shaw
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2026 Australian Grand Prix: Formula 1 debuts a new style of racing
The key is understanding how to conserve energy across a lap. Oh, and be reliable.
Jonathan M. Gitlin
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Chevrolet killed it then brought it back, now we drive it: The 2027 Bolt
Faster charging, more modern infotainment, and a new LFP battery are highlights.
Jonathan M. Gitlin
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Climate change sucks, but at least it won’t kill your EV battery
Older EVs, but not newer ones, may lose up to 30 percent range in a warming world.
Jonathan M. Gitlin
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Nerve damage, energy management, and Apple TV: F1 in 2026 starts today
Drivers aren’t happy about energy management, and one team won’t finish the race.
Jonathan M. Gitlin
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There are plenty of great choices if you want to spend less than $15K on an EV
There’s a lot of good Hyundai and Kia EVs in this price bracket, plus the Bolt and i3.
Jonathan M. Gitlin
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It’s almost a station wagon: The 2026 Subaru Trailseeker, driven
Despite the Toyota platform, there’s plenty of Subaru DNA in this one.
Michael Teo Van Runkle
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And the award for the most improved EV goes to… the 2026 Toyota bZ
Toyota’s small electric SUV is much-revised, much more efficient, and much better.
Jonathan M. Gitlin
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Ford is recalling 4.3 million trucks and SUVs to fix a towing software bug
An OTA update will be pushed out in a few weeks; owners can also go to a dealership.
Jonathan M. Gitlin
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Badge engineering could be worse than this: The 2026 Subaru Uncharted
Subaru has a new EV using the platform it shares with Toyota, starting at $34,995.
Michael Teo Van Runkle
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2026 Lexus RZ 550e review: Likable, but it needs improvement
It’s not very efficient, and the synthetic gearshifts aren’t great, but I liked it?
Jonathan M. Gitlin
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50 mpg in a Nissan crossover? Testing the new E-Power hybrid system.
Nissan imported some Qashqais from Europe so we could sample the hybrid system.
Chad Kirchner
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Lamborghini cancels electric Lanzador as supercar buyers reject EVs
Investing heavily in battery EVs would be “financially irresponsible,” CEO said.
Jonathan M. Gitlin
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The 2026 Mazda CX-5, driven: It got bigger; plus, radical tech upgrade
Starting at $29,990, there’s a lot to like about the all-new Mazda, but it’s not perfect.
Jonathan M. Gitlin
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The first cars bold enough to drive themselves
Quevedo’s telekino of 1904 was the first step on the road to autonomous Waymos.
Larry Printz
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Tesla slashes Cybertruck prices as it tries to move (unpainted) metal
The stainless steel pickup truck is Tesla’s first real flop.
Jonathan M. Gitlin
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F1: Preseason tests show how different 2026 will be
Everyone’s trying to get mileage as F1 undergoes huge technical changes.
Jonathan M. Gitlin
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Zero grip, maximum fun: A practical guide to getting into amateur ice racing
Where we’re racing, we don’t need roads.
Tim Stevens
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Chevy Bolt, BMW i3, or something else? At $10K, you have lots of EV options
Two of Ars’ favorite electric vehicles are now available for not very much money.
Jonathan M. Gitlin
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What happens to a car when the company behind its software goes under?
Connected car servers won’t be online indefinitely, and startups often go bust.
Matthew MacConnell
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Ford is focusing on efficiency to make its 2027 $30,000 EV pickup affordable
A smaller battery means a cheaper truck, but customers still expect plenty of range.
Jonathan M. Gitlin
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Looks a lot like an electric station wagon: the 2026 Toyota bZ Woodland
A little more ground clearance and a lot more cargo room make the bZ compelling.
Chad Kirchner
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Sideways on the ice, in a supercar: Stability control is getting very good
To test stability control, it helps to have a wide-open space with very low grip.
Jonathan M. Gitlin
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What if riders don’t close a robotaxi door after a ride? Try DoorDash.
Robotaxis can’t escape the gig economy as Waymo tries to solve a human problem.
Jonathan M. Gitlin
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2026 Nissan Leaf review: The best budget EV on sale right now
A week with the new Leaf in frigid weather did not cool our feelings for the car.
Jonathan M. Gitlin
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America, it’s time to think beyond leather for luxury car seats
Some brands are already ahead of the curve, while others leave the US in the cold.
Jonathan M. Gitlin
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The Kia PV5 electric van combines futuristic looks and thoughtful design
Forget VW’s expensive retro bus—this is the electric van we’ve been waiting for.
Alex Goy
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Ive and Newson bring old-school charm to Ferrari’s first EV interior
Analogue dials, aluminum switches, and plenty of buttons for the Ferrari Luce.
Jonathan M. Gitlin
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