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Kia's R&D Boss Wants To Pick Up Where Nissan's GT-R Left Off

staff@carscoops.com (Stephen Rivers) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:43:42 +0000

Kia proved itself with the Stinger and EV6, but its next move could reach new heights with a performance halo that targets supercar territory.

Nerds Rejoice: 'BeamNG.drive' Launches On PS5

staff@carscoops.com (Brad Anderson) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:24:01 +0000

After spending years racking up a cult PC following, this car sim running a soft-body physics engine is finally coming to your PlayStation 5.

Bentley's 657 HP Supersports Just Lost Its Head

staff@carscoops.com (Chris Chilton) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:23:39 +0000

The Bentley Continental Superports is about to lose its top for more style with the performance.

Nissan Pathfinder Celebrates Its 1980s Roots, But The Next One Will Be Far More Retro

staff@carscoops.com (Chris Chilton) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:04:37 +0000

The Pathfinder gets a heavy dose of retro flair for its 40th birthday. Will nostalgia alone be enough to convince buyers to shell out the added cash?

After Five Years, The Range Rover Is Getting An Update, But You Won't Notice The Differences

staff@carscoops.com (Brad Anderson) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 23:51:14 +0000

The updated Range Rover will hit the market with a refreshed front-end, an updated interior, and a familiar selection of powertrains

Celebrate 30 Years Of Gran Turismo With New Cars, Limited-Edition Controller

staff@carscoops.com (Stephen Rivers) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 22:27:40 +0000

Three decades of tire smoke, menu music, and apexes. Sony is marking GT's big milestone with exclusive rides and a must-have nostalgic controller.

Police Found A Semitruck Held Together With Ratchet Straps—And A Toddler Without A Seat Belt

staff@carscoops.com (Stephen Rivers) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:29:49 +0000

Multiple severe safety infractions forced police to fine this Canadian semitruck driver and pull the dangerous rig off the highway until repairs are made.

The Zenos E10 Has Just Been Revived After A Decade In The Grave

staff@carscoops.com (Brad Anderson) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:38:47 +0000

Tens years post-bankruptcy, small British sports car manufacturer Zenos has returned with a reborn E10 making more power and packing a big price tag.

There Will Be An Electric Corvette, But It Doesn't Make Sense Yet

staff@carscoops.com (Brad Anderson) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:53:34 +0000

We've known for years that an all-electric Chevy Corvette is coming down the pike, and the latest news confirms that to be the case. Just not yet.

Child Crashes Mercedes-Benz VLE Show Vehicle At Paris Motor Show

staff@carscoops.com (Chris Chilton) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:11:19 +0000

Someone forgot the cardinal rule of auto shows: Never leave the keys in the ignition! Here is how one curious child got an unexpected road test.

2027 Jeep Cherokee Finally Gets Serious Off-Road Gear

staff@carscoops.com (Stephen Rivers) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:26:53 +0000

For the 2027 model year, Jeep is adding a new model to the Cherokee lineup that is packing real off-road gear, including the Active Drive II 4x4 system.

Hyundai Elantra N Monochrome Is For Drivers Who Hate Attention

staff@carscoops.com (Thanos Pappas) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:10:41 +0000

If the colorful Elantra N is too flashy for your taste, Hyundai's new Monochrome package will take care of that. But will it be coming to the U.S.?

Ford Sliced A Mustang Into A Ute And Kept It In The Shadows

staff@carscoops.com (Thanos Pappas) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:34:50 +0000

Part of the Ford Heritage Fleet, this recently revealed S550 Mustang Ute is quietly residing at the automaker's Experimental Vehicles Building.

Mercedes-AMG's GT SUV Is More Than Just A 1,153 HP Beast

staff@carscoops.com (Brad Anderson) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 05:19:21 +0000

AMG's first dedicated SUV is a more practical alternative to the GT 4-Door sedan, and a direct rival to the Porsche Cayenne Electric

Modern Cars Are Ditching The Dipstick: Here's Why

staff@carscoops.com (Stephen Rivers) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0000

Digital oil and transmission dipsticks are replacing physical ones at a rapid rate, but why the change to a seemingly more-complicated technology?

Why Is Pontiac's Muscle Car Called The GTO? Here's What It Means

staff@carscoops.com (Chris Chilton) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0000

One of the most iconic American muscle cars, the Pontiac GTO has some history behind its name, and some shady tactics behind its early test results.

You Can Run Ford's EcoBoost Engines On Regular, But There's A Benefit To Premium

staff@carscoops.com (Brad Anderson) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Using regular gas to power your EcoBoost engine is possible, and it'll cost you less at the pump, but you may want to use a higher octane instead.

The Toyota Sequoia Vs. The Competition: Which SUV Has The Best Towing Capacity?

staff@carscoops.com (Thanos Pappas) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000

These three-row SUVs built on the same underpinnings as full-size trucks have some serious pulling power.

The Toyota RAV4 Vs. Its Competitors: What Do You Get For Your Money?

staff@carscoops.com (Sam D. Smith) — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0000

The RAV4 is a popular SUV, but how does it compare to the competition in terms of features and value?

When You Might Need An Engine Overhaul Vs. An Engine Rebuild (And What's Involved)

staff@carscoops.com (Sam D. Smith) — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Both an engine overhaul and an engine rebuild can improve performance, but there's a significant difference between the two.