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Car and Driver
6 hours ago
- Automotive
- Car and Driver
2026 Dodge Durango Drops the V-6, Goes V-8 Only Across Entire Lineup
The 2026 Dodge Durango lineup exclusively features V-8 power. The base GT trim drops the Pentastar V-6 for the 5.7-liter Hemi engine, bringing an extra 65 horsepower and 130 pound-feet of torque. The R/T swaps out the 5.7-liter for the 6.4-liter Hemi, boosting output by 115 hp and 80 pound-feet of torque. Long live the V-8, declares Dodge. After beginning to shift away from the tried-and-true Hemi V-8 engine in favor of the newer Hurricane inline-six, the Trump administration's dismantling of emissions regulations has Dodge returning to its eight-cylinder-loving form. Earlier this year Dodge announced that the Durango Hellcat and its 710-hp supercharged engine would last for another year, and now the American automaker has revealed that all 2026 Durango SUVs will feature V-8 muscle. Dodge While the base Durango GT model was previously motivated by a 295-hp V-6 engine, its engine bay will now house the 5.7-liter Hemi V-8, boosting output by 65 ponies to 360 horsepower. The V-8's 390 pound-feet of torque is also 50 percent higher than the 260 pound-feet produced by the 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6. This cuts over a second from Dodge's claimed zero-to-60-mph time for the Durango GT, going from 7.4 to 6.2 seconds. The Durango R/T, which previously packed the 5.7-liter Hemi, also gets an upgrade, now carrying the 6.4-liter 392 Hemi V-8 for the 2026 model year. This also results in a notable increase in muscle for the R/T, with 475 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque, up by 115 hp and 80 pound-feet. Dodge The top of the Durango range continues to be the SRT Hellcat, packing the supercharged 6.2-liter Hemi V-8, bringing the brawn with 710 horsepower and 645 pound-feet. Dodge claims the Hellcat model can rip from zero to 60 mph in 3.5 seconds, and quotes a 180 mph top speed. The Hellcat also gains a Jailbreak edition that brings more customizability, with a wider array of color choices. The 2026 Durango GT will start at $44,490, $4000 higher than last year. The Durango R/T now starts at $51,990, identical to the price from 2025, while the 2026 Durango Hellcat tops the range with an entry price of $81,990, which is actually $5000 less than in 2025. Orders for the Durango GT and Hellcat open on August 13 before vehicles reach dealerships in the fourth quarter, with orders for the R/T starting later this year. Caleb Miller Associate News Editor Caleb Miller began blogging about cars at 13 years old, and he realized his dream of writing for a car magazine after graduating from Carnegie Mellon University and joining the Car and Driver team. He loves quirky and obscure autos, aiming to one day own something bizarre like a Nissan S-Cargo, and is an avid motorsports fan.
Yahoo
21-07-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Carmaker Stellantis sees half-year net loss of $2.68 billion, hit by tariffs
(Reuters) -Automaker Stellantis expects a net loss of 2.3 billion euros ($2.68 billion) for the first half of 2025, it said on Monday, as it forecast an initial hit of 0.3 billion euros from U.S. import tariffs on its half-year results. The group also sees net revenue of 74.3 billion euros, down 12.6% year-on-year, as overall second-quarter shipments fell by 6% compared to last year, to an estimated 1.4 million vehicles, it said in a statement. ($1 = 0.8595 euros) Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Car and Driver
15-07-2025
- Automotive
- Car and Driver
2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA Gets the Svelte Shooting Brake Treatment
Mercedes-Benz has revealed a Shooting Brake version of the third-generation CLA-class EV. The CLA Shooting Brake pairs extra cargo space with a panoramic glass roof with illuminated star design elements. The CLA Shooting Brake will go on sale in Europe next spring, but it won't be sold on our side of the pond. The third-generation Mercedes-Benz CLA-class arrives this fall as an electric compact sedan, with a hybrid variant joining the lineup early next year. Now, the CLA is spawning the German automaker's first electric station wagon, with the newly revealed CLA Shooting Brake pairing the electric powertrain with a swoopy longroof body. Ahead of the B-pillar, the CLA Shooting Brake shares its sheetmetal with the sedan. Its wide grille and unusual headlights are linked by a light bar. Unlike the sedan, however, the roofline doesn't drop as dramatically, although it does still curve downwards more than a traditional wagon with a descending window line that gives it a sleek, aerodynamic appearance. A small rear spoiler juts out over the rear window and the full-width taillight. Mercedes-Benz The CLA Shooting Brake also sports a large panoramic glass roof, which incorporates heat-insulating laminated glass to help reduce the impact of the summer sun on the cabin and minimize heat loss during the winter. As an option, the glass roof can also transform from transparent to opaque at the push of a button. It even includes built-in ambient lighting, a first for Mercedes. The glass features 158 stars that can glow in an array of colors, with the light fed from the front of the panel by LED modules. Mercedes says the longer roof gives rear passengers an extra inch or so of headroom and also provides extra storage space, offering 46 cubic feet of space with the rear seats folded flat. The frunk adds an additional 4 cubes of cargo room, and the CLA Shooting Brake comes standard with roof rails in case you need to carry even more stuff. Mercedes-Benz Like the sedan, the Shooting Brake will be initially offered as an EV. The rear-wheel-drive CLA250+ makes 268 horsepower and has a 473-mile range, per Europe's optimistic WLTP cycle, which translates to a roughly 400-mile range by EPA test standards. The dual-motor CLA350 adds all-wheel drive and ups the output to 349 horsepower, while range drops slightly to around 386 miles. All CLA EVs have a two-speed gearbox on the rear axle, with first gear aiding acceleration and second gear providing adequate power at higher speeds. The CLA250+ Shooting Brake can go from zero to 62 mph in 6.8 seconds, Mercedes claims. Both models feature an 85-kWh battery and an 800-volt architecture that allows fast-charging at up to 320 kilowatts. Mercedes says more EV variants will join the lineup next year, as will a hybrid powertrain as seen on the sedan. The Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake is set to go on sale in Europe in March 2026. Sadly, Mercedes confirmed to Car and Driver that the CLA will be sold exclusively as a sedan in the United States, so we will have to admire it from afar. Caleb Miller Associate News Editor Caleb Miller began blogging about cars at 13 years old, and he realized his dream of writing for a car magazine after graduating from Carnegie Mellon University and joining the Car and Driver team. He loves quirky and obscure autos, aiming to one day own something bizarre like a Nissan S-Cargo, and is an avid motorsports fan.
Motor 1
14-07-2025
- Automotive
- Motor 1
The BMW M2 is Getting a Street-Legal Track Package
The second-generation BMW M2 is only a couple of years old, but the automaker is already working to expand the lineup. BMW unveiled the M2 CS in May, just a month after it revealed the M2 race car . Now, the German automaker is teasing a street-legal Track Package for the high-performance coupe. Details are light, and according to the Instagram teaser, the package won't arrive until sometime next year. The photos showcase a Sao Paulo Yellow coupe with its front and rear sections camouflaged. BMW even covered the massive rear wing that you can't miss. Photo by: BMW It's difficult to discern any other huge styling changes. The front lip looks more prominent, and it may feature redesigned intakes, but it resembles a typical M2 at the bumpers. However, other changes are likely hiding underneath, like suspension tweaks, chassis improvements, and better brakes. The M2 packs BMW's twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six engine that makes 473 horsepower, and even more in the M2 CS , and BMW might have a few upgrades that squeeze a bit more power out of the car. Photo by: BMW In BMW's Instagram post, the automaker says the new M2 will be 'pushing BMW M Performance parts to the limit.' That makes it unclear if BMW will offer this as a package or as individual upgrades you can pick and choose. Or why not both? We'll know more sometime next year. Check Out More BMW News: 'Huge Demand:' BMW Is Increasing M2 CS Production Just to Keep Up How Fast is the New BMW M2 CS? It Just Shattered a Nurburgring Record Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . Source: BMW M / Instagram Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
Car and Driver
11-07-2025
- Automotive
- Car and Driver
See If Your Ford or Lincoln Is Among 850K in a Fuel Pump Recall
Ford is recalling 850,318 vehicles with an issue that could cause a low-pressure fuel pump failure, resulting in the engine stalling while driving. The recall population includes certain 2021–23 Ford Bronco, Explorer and Lincoln Aviator SUVs and Ford F-250, F-350, and F-450, and F-550 SD trucks, and 2021–22 Lincoln Navigator, Ford F-150, and Mustang vehicles. Ford is still working on a remedy for the recall issue and will notify owners when a solution is found. Ford has recalled 850,318 vehicles due to a potential issue that can cause the low-pressure fuel pump to fail, resulting in the engine stalling while driving. The automaker said it is not aware of any reports of accidents or injuries related to the recall. Ford According to documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the recall population includes some 2021–23 Ford Bronco, Explorer and Lincoln Aviator SUVs and Ford F-250, F-350, and F-450, and F-550 SD trucks, and 2021–22 Lincoln Navigator, Ford F-150, and Mustang vehicles. Of the total recall population, Ford estimates 10 percent may be affected by the issue. The issue, according to the recall documents, is twofold. One issue stems from contamination of the jet pump in low-fuel situations, which can lead to loss of fuel pressure and flow from the low-pressure fuel pump. The other stems from reduced fuel pump internal clearances, which can increase internal friction and sensitivity to vapor lock. Without proper pressure, the flow and fuel delivery to the engine can be starved, leading the engine to stall while driving. Ford Customers may become aware of the fuel pump issue through poor engine performance, including misfiring or running rough. The check engine light may also illuminate. Recall documents show that fuel pump failure is more likely to occur in low-fuel or warm-weather situations. Ford is still working on a remedy for the recall issue. Initial owner notification letters will be mailed on July 14, with secondary letters planned for when a remedy is available. Owners can check the NHTSA recalls site to see if their vehicle is part of the recall population. Jack Fitzgerald Associate News Editor Jack Fitzgerald's love for cars stems from his as yet unshakable addiction to Formula 1. After a brief stint as a detailer for a local dealership group in college, he knew he needed a more permanent way to drive all the new cars he couldn't afford and decided to pursue a career in auto writing. By hounding his college professors at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, he was able to travel Wisconsin seeking out stories in the auto world before landing his dream job at Car and Driver. His new goal is to delay the inevitable demise of his 2010 Volkswagen Golf. Read full bio
