Ford has filed a patent application for a burnout mode for electric vehicles that would allow an electric vehicle to emit smoke to the front tires, the rear tires, or all four tires. Ford’s application, originally filed on August 30, 2021 and published by the United States Patent and Trademark […]
Ferrari Roma Spider debuts – 620 PS and 760 Nm soft-top convertible rolls in as the Portofino M replacement
Ferrari has launched a convertible version of the Roma. The replacement for the Portofino M, the Roma Spider was the brand’s first front-engined drop-top model since the 365 GTS/4 in 1969. It follows the general proportions, volume and specification of its coupe sibling, but the omission of the roof means […]
Fire at OEM wheel supplier Dicastal in Michigan leaves one injured
There’s more hot news on the supply chain front, though not to everyone’s liking.this detroit free press A fire was reported at the plant of Tier 1 automotive OEM supplier Dicastal North America in Greenville, Michigan at around 9:45 p.m. Friday. Discastal North America’s website says it makes “lightweight aluminum […]
Are Modified Classics Finally Being Taken Seriously?
Of all the diverse automotive communities in the UK, one group takes itself more seriously than others: British classic car enthusiasts. Track day people are busy but nerdy; Drifters are punk rockers who crash into each other for fun; supercar owners talk only about their cars; and stand kids are […]