May 26, 2026
Trump Policies Set to Shape U.S. Auto Industry Future
Analysis of potential impacts from Trump administration policies on the American automotive industry and manufacturing sector.
Rafael Monteiro
Electric cars, concept builds and off-road finds
Rafael Monteiro writes about electric cars, concept builds and off-road finds for car lovers who enjoy a good story as much as a spec sheet. His coverage moves easily between industry news, new model reviews and the wild ideas that show up on show stands, always with an eye on what they might mean for everyday drivers. Rafael favors a conversational style, explaining range figures, charging quirks and suspension setups in plain language without losing the details enthusiasts care about. He is especially drawn to trail-ready machines and the way electric power is changing what off-roading can look like. Expect curious, balanced takes that celebrate great engineering while staying honest about trade-offs.
- Electric Cars
- Concept Cars
- Off-roading
- Reviews
- Industry News
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May 26, 2026
BMW X3 xDrive M Sport Pro Undergoes Major SUV Redesign
BMW's X3 xDrive M Sport Pro receives a significant redesign, marking a major update to the popular luxury SUV model according to recent reports.
May 26, 2026
Electric Vehicles Hit 15.2% Market Share Despite Q1 2025 Decline
Electric vehicles achieved a 15.2% market share in Q1 2025 even as overall new car registrations declined during the period.
May 26, 2026
Trump's Big Announcement Sparks Controversies Over Gulf Renaming
Recent reports detail Trump's major announcement that has generated significant controversy, including issues surrounding the renaming of the Persian Gulf.
May 26, 2026
Examining Elon Musk's Management Approach in Automotive
A look at Elon Musk's leadership style and its impact on innovation and disruption in the automotive industry.
February 28, 2025
Compton, California, just got its first 25 electric school buses
Compton Unified School District has unveiled its first 25 electric school buses along with 25 Tellus 180 kW DC fast chargers, marking a significant step toward zero-emission student transportation in southern Los Angeles County.
February 27, 2025
SpaceX explains reasoning for Starship 7 upper stage loss
SpaceX has revealed that a harmonic response stronger than anything seen during testing caused propellant leaks and sustained fires in Starship's attic section, leading to the loss of the upper stage during its seventh test flight.
February 27, 2025
Aventon Level 3 electric bike launched with big brain technology
Aventon has launched the Level 3 e-bike, a smart commuter-focused electric bicycle featuring the Aventon Control Unit (ACU) with advanced security, GPS tracking, geofencing, and up to 70 miles of range, priced at $1,899.
February 3, 2025
2015 Lexus RC F Debuts at the 2014 Detroit Auto Show!
Lexus unveils the 2015 RC F at the 2014 Detroit Auto Show, a striking sports coupe powered by a 480-hp naturally aspirated V-8 and featuring what many consider the best execution of the brand's signature spindle grille to date.
February 3, 2025
Tesla plans third Megafactory after breaking energy records in 2024
Tesla Energy broke multiple records for energy storage deployments and margins in 2024, and the company revealed plans for a third Megafactory for its grid-scale Megapack batteries during its Q4 2024 earnings call.
February 2, 2025
AAA still exists, and they’ve made a new deal with ChargePoint
AAA has partnered with ChargePoint to offer preferred pricing on Level 2 and Level 3 EV charging stations for its 60+ million members in the US and Canada.
February 2, 2025
Rivian Electric R1T: Four Motor Handling Review #shorts
A short-form video review highlighting the handling performance of the Rivian Electric R1T's four-motor setup, as featured by MotorTrend.