Volvo Crash Study Finds Equal Injury Protection for Women and Men
A five-decade Volvo crash study reports equal injury protection for women and men in newer models, with important limits to the findings.
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Hyundai Debuts All-New BAYON and 292-PS TUCSON N Line in Paris
Hyundai reveals the new BAYON and TUCSON N Line in Paris, with a 2027 BAYON hybrid and a 292-PS TUCSON plug-in hybrid.
Volkswagen Group Deliveries Fall 9% as European EV Orders Rise
Volkswagen Group reports 6.01 million deliveries through September, down 9%, while European EV orders and deliveries continue to grow.
Opel Shows Corsa GSE in Paris Alongside Its Next Formula E Racer
Opel’s Corsa GSE makes its Paris show debut with 207 kW and a claimed 5.5-second sprint, alongside the brand’s GEN4 Formula E car.
Keagan Masters Wins Carrera Cup Deutschland Title After Hockenheim Recovery
Ninth place at Hockenheim secured Keagan Masters the 2026 Carrera Cup Deutschland crown. Niels Langeveld won the finale after an early slick-tire gamble.
Kia Brings Seltos Hybrid and K4 Hybrid to Paris as European Lineup Expands
Kia’s Paris display introduces the Seltos Hybrid to Europe and previews K4 Hybrid production. Local prices and delivery dates remain to be confirmed.
Smart #2 Brings Back the Electric Two-Seater, With Approval Still Pending
Smart reveals its new electric two-seater in Paris, targeting 290 km of WLTP range. Specifications and deliveries remain subject to final approval.
Verstappen Completes Singapore Sweep With First Grand Prix Win
Max Verstappen won the 2026 Singapore Grand Prix from pole ahead of Charles Leclerc and Kimi Antonelli, completing a sprint-weekend sweep at Marina Bay.
Toyota Recalls 31,000 2026 RAV4 Plug-in Hybrids for Power-Loss Risk
Toyota is recalling about 31,000 U.S. 2026 RAV4 Plug-in Hybrids because an ECU fault can shut down the hybrid system while driving. Dealers will update the software free.
Bezzecchi Leads Historic Aprilia 1-2-3-4 in Indonesia
Marco Bezzecchi won the 2026 Indonesian MotoGP as Aprilia swept the top four and Jorge Martín retook the championship lead by two points.