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Car news briefs — Apr 22, 2026 · 5:55 PM EDT

Quick hits from racing, OEMs, and car enthusiast outlets covering everything from IMSA departures to classic engine tech.

RACING

Acura To End IMSA GTP Effort After 2026 Season

Acura's departure could signal the first crack in manufacturer commitment to the series amid economic pressures.

ENTHUSIAST

Seven New Motorcycles Still Use Carburetors Over Fuel Injection

Despite widespread adoption of fuel injection, several 2025 motorcycles continue relying on traditional carburetor systems.

OEM

First Production Rivian R2 Rolls Out After Factory Tornado

Customer deliveries begin this spring with the 656-hp Performance model starting at $59,485.

ENTHUSIAST

The Knight Sleeve Valve Engine Was Charmingly Weird

The Silent Knight engine ditched traditional valves for a quieter but more complex design that consumed significant oil.

OEM

Smart Reveals #2 Concept Previewing Next-Gen Fortwo

The new city car extends just 3.9 inches longer than current Fortwo while nearly tripling electric range.

ENTHUSIAST

DC Tows Audi Q5 After $260,000 in Unpaid Tickets

Officials note this marks the second similar case involving a black Audi accumulating massive fines.

ENTHUSIAST

Shelby American President Discusses Ford Relationship, Racing Return

Gary Patterson remains unconcerned about Ford's shift to Dark Horse branding for high-performance Mustangs.

RACING

Acura Officially Pauses IMSA GTP Program

The ARX-06 becomes the third major prototype program to announce shutdown within the past year.

OEM

Smart ForTwo Returns as #2 Concept, Skips America

The concept previews production models coming to Europe and China later this year.

ENTHUSIAST

Feds Bust Car Theft Ring Targeting Corvettes, Camaros

Federal investigators say the DC-based organization could steal vehicles in 60 seconds using reprogrammed key fobs.

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