Cars

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – June 17, 2026 – Mercedes-AMG has rolled out the extensively updated 2027 AMG GLE 63 S and AMG GLS 63, a pair of high-performance SUVs built around a thoroughly reworked 4.0-liter V8 biturbo engine now churning out 603 hp and 627 lb-ft of torque. Both models land at U.S. dealerships this fall, giving American buyers their first real crack at AMG's latest spin on eight-cylinder muscle stuffed into a daily-usable SUV body. For anyone who's followed AMG's V8 story over the years, this update matters because it proves the engine isn't fading quietly into an electrified future — it's adapting, loudly. New tech like the ISG 2.0 mild-hybrid system and AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL hint that AMG still believes performance and comfort don't have to cancel each other out.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING -- June 15, 2026 -- Ninety years ago, a tiny car with a tapered hood and headlights that looked like mouse ears rolled out of Turin and quietly rewrote the rules of who could afford to drive. The Fiat 500 "Topolino" — launched in June 1936 — didn't just sell well; it launched the mass motorization of Italy and handed ordinary families the freedom of the road for the first time. To mark the milestone, the Topolino Autoclub Italia and Club Topolino Fiat Torino joined forces under a committee called "La Topolino va ai 90," staging a four-day rally from June 11 to 14 that wound through some of the most storied landmarks in and around Turin. More than 130 original examples participated, making it one of the most significant gatherings of classic Fiats in recent memory.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – June 7, 2026 – Alfa Romeo has rolled out the third and final chapter of its cinematic campaign "Learn to Love Again," and this one leans hard into drama. The new episode, titled "Interrogation," straps Spanish actor Pedro Alonso into a chair, wires him to a lie detector, and dares the machine to read him. It is aimed squarely at younger drivers shopping for their first taste of the Alfa Romeo world, the kind of buyer who cares less about spec sheets and more about how a car makes them feel. Alonso, who premiered on Netflix back on May 15 in the new series Berlin 2, anchors the whole thing with the same magnetic stillness that made him a global name. Why it matters: this is a carmaker betting that emotion sells better than horsepower figures.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING -- June 2, 2026 -- Toyota's GAZOO Racing division has just pulled the wraps off the GRMN Corolla, the most extreme and track-focused version of the GR Corolla ever created, making its world premiere today after being forged through real motorsport competition and relentless testing at Germany's legendary Nürburgring circuit. This is not a cosmetic upgrade or a badge-engineering exercise — every element of the GRMN Corolla, from its aerodynamics and suspension to its cockpit and engine, has been pushed to its limits by engineers and professional drivers in pursuit of one goal: building a Corolla that can be driven flat-out on one of the world's most punishing roads. Available in limited numbers primarily in Japan, North America, and Australia, this is a car aimed squarely at enthusiasts who want a genuine motorsport experience in a road car.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING -- June 1, 2026 -- Lexus has just pulled back the curtain on its brand-new model, the TZ, in one of the most unusual and meaningful settings a car company could choose: a working development facility deep in Aichi Prefecture, Japan, where engineers, designers, and drivers spend their days pushing cars to the breaking point and then fixing them on the spot. The world premiere took place on May 7, 2026, at the Toyota Technical Center Shimoyama (TTC-S), a sprawling test and development hub spanning Toyota City and Okazaki City -- a place that is normally closed to the outside world, which makes its choice as a debut venue all the more significant for Lexus fans and car enthusiasts alike.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 25, 2026 – Night driving in the United States could soon feel a lot less stressful thanks to a major lighting breakthrough arriving on the upcoming 2027 Audi Q9 flagship SUV. Audi has confirmed that its advanced Digital Matrix LED headlight technology will finally debut for American customers later this year, bringing smarter illumination, reduced glare, and a more refined driving experience to the brand’s new luxury SUV lineup.

For many drivers, overly bright headlights from oncoming traffic have become one of the biggest frustrations on the road. Audi’s new adaptive system is designed to solve exactly that problem. Instead of simply switching between low and high beams, the Digital Matrix LED headlights intelligently adjust light patterns in real time. The technology keeps maximum visibility for the driver while automatically dimming only the specific areas that could blind other motorists.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 14, 2025 – Alfa Romeo has released "Interrogation," the third and final episode of its cinematic campaign "Learn to Love Again," starring Spanish actor Pedro Alonso. In it, Alonso sits before a lie detector, composed and unreadable — until an Alfa Romeo Junior key lands on the table and the machine tells the truth his face refuses to. The episode completes a three-part series built around the compact Junior model, using short-form storytelling to position the car as an emotional experience rather than a product. The timing is deliberate: Alonso also debuts on Netflix on May 15 with Berlin 2, placing him at peak global visibility.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Mai 14, 2025 – Alfa Romeo has launched the new Pack Performance for the Giulia sedan and Stelvio SUV, available now across European markets. The package bundles interior design upgrades, a 900-watt Harman Kardon audio system, and electronically controlled adaptive suspension into a single option. It is aimed squarely at drivers who want more engagement from two models that already sit at the sportier end of the premium segment. For existing Giulia and Stelvio buyers weighing up their options, this is a meaningful upgrade worth understanding in detail.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – March 6, 2026 – Mercedes-AMG has revealed the interior of the upcoming new Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe, and the message is clear: this cabin is meant to feel like a cockpit, not a lounge with a steering wheel. Announced from Affalterbach on March 6, 2026, the interior centers on driver-focused screens, tactile controls, and a new AMG RACE ENGINEER control concept that’s designed to make response, agility, and traction adjustments feel immediate. This matters because modern performance cars can feel overly digital or overly complicated—AMG is trying to make high performance feel more direct, more intuitive, and more emotional for people who actually like to drive.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – March 6, 2026 – Mercedes-AMG has revealed the new GLC 53 4MATIC+ from Affalterbach, pitching it as a more emotional, more responsive take on the performance SUV idea—built around a high-revving six-cylinder and fully variable all-wheel drive. The 2027 AMG GLC 53 will be offered in both SUV and Coupe body styles, and it’s scheduled to arrive at U.S. dealerships in the second half of 2026. The promise is straightforward: sharper response, a stronger soundtrack, and more driver-adjustable character, including an available Drift Mode for experienced drivers on closed courses. For buyers, this matters because it’s not just “more power”—it’s about how the car feels minute-to-minute, from daily commuting calm to weekend-level drama.