Car news briefs — Apr 14, 2026 · 9:01 AM EDT

Quick hits from auctions, vehicle maintenance tips, and the latest from car enthusiast outlets.

ENTHUSIAST

Mecum's Kissimmee Auction Gallery Showcases Record $445M Sale

The auction house's biggest annual event generated $445 million in sales over 13 days, cementing its status as an unmatched automotive event.

ENTHUSIAST

Approximately 4,000 vehicles found new homes during the intensive auction days in what industry observers call an unprecedented buying surge.

INDUSTRY

Consumer price index data shows inflation tripled last month, reaching 3.3% annually with monthly prices rising 0.9%.

NISSAN

Nissan describes the new Skyline as "a driver-focused sedan with performance, precision and raw emotion at its core."

ENTHUSIAST

The electric truck features a massive battery pack and four electric motors delivering over 800 horsepower.

LUXURY

Project Nightingale is limited to 100 units, offered by invitation only to Rolls-Royce's most "discerning and design-literate" customers.

PORSCHE

Despite appearing similar, significant differences exist between Porsche's various aerodynamic elements throughout the brand's history.

MAINTENANCE

Different filter types offer varying effectiveness levels, making the choice more important than simply selecting the cheapest option.

ENTHUSIAST

Despite car enthusiast beliefs about performance benefits, Consumer Reports advises against using premium fuel in most vehicles.

INDUSTRY

Despite streaming platform growth, traditional radio continues to dominate in-car listening habits across the automotive market.