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Car news briefs — Apr 19, 2026 · 5:41 PM EDT

Latest updates for the car enthusiast, from racing victories to vehicle maintenance insights.

RACING

Tyler Reddick Takes Fifth Win of Season at Kansas Speedway

A late race caution creates drama at Kansas Speedway, setting up a thrilling finish between Denny Hamlin and one of his drivers.

ENTHUSIAST

Origins of Harley-Davidson's Milwaukee-Eight Engine Name

Harley-Davidson's modern V-twin carries the Milwaukee-Eight designation across multiple displacements. The naming reflects the manufacturer's hometown heritage.

ENTHUSIAST

NYPD Mounted Officer Pursues Suspected Purse Thief

New York's mounted police unit demonstrates old-school law enforcement tactics in pursuit of a suspected purse thief.

TESLA

2021 Tesla Model X Reliability After Production Ends

With Tesla discontinuing the Model X for 2026, vehicle maintenance concerns emerge for 2021 models entering their fifth year.

WEC

Toyota Captures 50th WEC Victory at Imola

Toyota achieves milestone 50th World Endurance Championship win in its 100th race, securing double podium finish at Imola.

ENTHUSIAST

Pope Leo's Manual Transmission Preference Revealed

Before receiving a Ford Explorer Hybrid, Pope Leo drove a manual transmission sedan during his Chicago days.

TUNER

Turbochargers Dominate Superchargers in Efficiency Battle

Despite similarities, turbochargers significantly outperform superchargers in efficiency for enthusiasts looking to track your build modifications.

ENTHUSIAST

One-Pedal Driving Efficiency Claims Examined

Modern vehicles promote one-pedal driving for regenerative power benefits, but actual long-term efficiency gains remain questioned.

WEC

Toyota Leads WEC Season Opener at Halfway Point

Toyota's No. 8 TR010 leads at Imola's midpoint, building on sister car's drought-breaking Bahrain victory last season.

GM

GM's Missed Opportunity Making Corvette Standalone Brand

General Motors briefly considered separating Corvette from Chevrolet but ultimately kept the sports car under its parent brand.

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