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News Roundup: Dec 8, 2025
Check out the video: https://youtu.be/QuH4Cor9LZ0 Rimac’s “Cybercab” Unveiled as a direct competitor to the Tesla Cybercab, the Verne Robotaxi is set to launch operations in Zagreb, Croatia in 2026, promising lower costs than current ride-hailing services. Like the Cybercab, it’s a two-seater with no steering wheel or pedals, offering Level 4 autonomy. The latest update from CEO Mate Rimac-known for the Rimac hypercar and as a part owner of Bugatti-showcases a fleet of 60 Ver
Adam Bernard
Dec 95 min read


News Roundup: Nov 17, 2025
Check out the video here: https://youtu.be/BddWjJA3tkE Peugeot’s New Shape The Polygon EV concept previews the next-generation 208, as the first entry on the new STLA Small Platform in 2027. Originally previewed in the Fortnite video game universe—all the better to engage younger people with the brand—it features an exterior design inspired by the legendary 204. The trio of light of front light bars is an interpretation of Peugeot’s three-claw lighting signature, and there ar
Adam Bernard
Nov 185 min read


News Roundup: Nov 10, 2025
Check out the video: https://youtu.be/ijmIHmxxhIY Renault Reboots the Twingo Over three decades after its initial launch, the Twingo is back as an affordable EV for Europe, following up on the concept shown in late 2023. Sharing the same basic architecture as the new Renault 5 E-Tech, the new Twingo evokes the original with its semi-circular lamps, one-box profile, and playful touches--all for a starting price of 20,000 euros. It will compete against the upcoming VW “ID.1” (w
Adam Bernard
Nov 114 min read


highlights from the japan mobility show
Check out the video here: https://youtu.be/Oy23erag3MI This year’s Japan Mobility Show—the event formerly known as the Tokyo motor show—was once again a showcase for Japanese automakers, with one notable exception. And while the 2023 event featured a strong focus on EVs, the number of this year’s concepts didn’t even specify what was under the hood. Here’s a look at some of the notable production and concept debuts at the show… BYD RACCO: THE CHINESE COME KNOCKING... Chinese
Adam Bernard
Nov 49 min read


News Roundup: Oct 28, 2025
Check out the video: https://youtu.be/t7OSZXkQXWU Toyota’s ‘Baby’ Land Cruiser Just in time for the original Land Cruiser’s 75th anniversary, Toyota will launch the long-rumored Land Cruiser FJ--a spiritual successor to the Tacoma-based FJ Cruiser--next year. There had been some speculation (fueled by the electric Compact Cruiser concept shown in 2022) that this new product might be an electrified BFI entry, but that’s definitely not the case. Underneath is Toyota’s 21-year-o
Adam Bernard
Oct 284 min read


Toyota's New 'Baby' Land Cruiser Isn't What You Were Hoping For...
photos: Toyota Just in time for the Land Cruiser BJ’s 75th anniversary, Toyota will launch the long-rumored Land Cruiser FJ--a spiritual successor to the Tacoma-based FJ Cruiser--next year. WHAT IS IT? Although there had been some speculation (fueled by the electric Compact Cruiser concept shown in 2022) that this new product might be an electrified BFI entry, that’s definitely not the case. Underneath is Toyota’s 21-year-old IMV body-on-frame platform that was originally de
Adam Bernard
Oct 212 min read


Can Toyota Take on Rolls and Bentley?
photo: Toyota Can Toyota break into the ultraluxury space dominated by Rolls-Royce and Bentley? They think they can, with plans to spin off the nearly sixty-year-old Toyota Century nameplate into a separate brand (not unlike what Hyundai did with Genesis). We’ll see a dramatic coupe concept at the Japan Mobility Show in a couple of weeks--and perhaps learn a little more about how they plan to pull this off--but, until then, a few points to ponder... Toyota has already tried
Adam Bernard
Oct 162 min read


News Roundup: Sept 22, 2025
Check out the video: https://youtu.be/Kuw0j88JyzE TOYOTA’S NEW BZ7 FLAGSHIP Originally shown as a concept in Shanghai, Toyota’s electric...
Adam Bernard
Sep 235 min read
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