Category: US Motoring Press

FBI launches Tesla threats task force: ‘This is domestic terrorism’

Burned Teslas are shown at a Tesla Collision Center after an individual used incendiary devices to set several vehicles on fire on March 18, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Ethan Miller | Getty Images The FBI said on Monday that it has launched a task force to investigate scores of attacks in recent weeks targeting… Continue reading FBI launches Tesla threats task force: ‘This is domestic terrorism’

Tesla showroom in Texas targeted with ‘incendiary devices’, police say

A Tesla Cybertruck is parked in front of a showroom on March 20, 2025 in Austin, Texas. Brandon Bell | Getty Images Police said Monday that multiple “incendiary” devices had been placed at a Tesla showroom in Austin, Texas. FBI agents responded to the showroom after the Austin Police bomb squad identified the devices on… Continue reading Tesla showroom in Texas targeted with ‘incendiary devices’, police say

South Korea’s Hyundai announces $21 billion U.S. investment

watch now South Korean conglomerate Hyundai on Monday announced a roughly $21 billion investment in U.S. onshoring that includes a $5.8 billion steel plant in Louisiana. The plant is set to hire more than 1,400 employees and will produce next-generation steel that will be used by Hyundai’s two U.S. auto plants to manufacture electric vehicles.… Continue reading South Korea’s Hyundai announces $21 billion U.S. investment

Regular vs. High-Octane Petrol: What’s the Difference?

Can you please explain the different grades of petrol available in the market and how 95- and 100-octane petrol affects the performance and efficiency of different types of petrol engines? I remember reading that direct-injection turbo engines would benefit from higher-octane fuels. However, I guess most mass-market manufacturers tune their engines to run on the… Continue reading Regular vs. High-Octane Petrol: What’s the Difference?

Opinion: Air Suspension Isn’t Always the Best Option

Conventional wisdom says the more expensive the parts of a car, the better they are. This is especially true if the parts in question are installed on high-end cars. Technology in the car industry often trickles down from more expensive models. And what skews things even more is if the tech has a cool-sounding name… Continue reading Opinion: Air Suspension Isn’t Always the Best Option

Exclusive: Classic Legends Restructures Leadership Team as CEO Ashish Joshi Steps Down

Classic Legends, the Mahindra Group-backed company behind the revival of iconic motorcycle brands such as Jawa, Yezdi, and BSA, has announced an internal leadership restructuring following the departure of its long-time CEO, Ashish Joshi. Confirming the development, Anupam Thareja, Managing Director of Classic Legends, stated, “After a decade of leadership and mentorship, Ashish has decided… Continue reading Exclusive: Classic Legends Restructures Leadership Team as CEO Ashish Joshi Steps Down

Exclusive: Classic Legends Restructures Leadership Team as CEO Ashish Joshi Steps Down

Classic Legends, the Mahindra Group-backed company behind the revival of iconic motorcycle brands such as Jawa, Yezdi, and BSA, has announced an internal leadership restructuring following the departure of its long-time CEO, Ashish Joshi. Confirming the development, Anupam Thareja, Managing Director of Classic Legends, stated, “After a decade of leadership and mentorship, Ashish has decided… Continue reading Exclusive: Classic Legends Restructures Leadership Team as CEO Ashish Joshi Steps Down

Mild-hybrid diesel Toyota Hilux goes on sale at £49,640

A new mild-hybrid diesel Toyota Hilux has gone on sale in the UK, priced from £49,640, with the brand claiming it offers the same capabilities as its regular counterpart plus better refinement and responsiveness. It uses the same 2.8-litre turbo diesel four that was already offered in the Hilux but adds an electric motor-generator and a 48V lithium… Continue reading Mild-hybrid diesel Toyota Hilux goes on sale at £49,640

Renault to revive ‘Fast and Furious cars’ as it taps into retro

Renault will continue to tap into its back catalogue with plans to revive iconic “Fast and Furious cars” of the 1990s and early 2000s. Speaking at the launch of the new Renault 5 Turbo 3E, group design chief Laurens van den Acker said he believes there is “a window of opportunity” for more desirable retro revivals,… Continue reading Renault to revive ‘Fast and Furious cars’ as it taps into retro