Car news briefs — Apr 25, 2026 · 5:42 PM EDT
Quick hits from car enthusiast outlets covering fraud, tech innovations, and vehicle maintenance insights.
ENTHUSIAST
Miami Waitress Allegedly Used Fraudulent Income Claims for C8 Corvette Purchase
Accused of claiming $180,000 monthly income to buy multiple vehicles including a Mercedes S560 before credit checks could reveal the deception.
ENTHUSIAST
9 Greatest V8 Diesel Engines From Ford-Chevy Competition Era
Roundup features mighty V8 diesels from foreign and domestic brands, many emerging from the historic rivalry between Ford and Chevrolet.
NASCAR
NASCAR Leaders O'Donnell, Kennedy Outline Five-Year National Relevance Plan
NASCAR's push back to national prominence begins with improved communication, according to new leadership roles outlined by Steve O'Donnell and Ben Kennedy.
ENTHUSIAST
Lifetime Transmission Filters May Have Hidden Service Requirements
Modern sealed transmission filters marketed as never needing service may have a hidden catch that challenges vehicle maintenance assumptions.
INDUSTRY
Florida Governor Allocates State Funds for Flying Car Infrastructure Hubs
State funding announced for flying vehicle hubs, contingent on whether such future transportation technology actually becomes viable.
TECH
Stellantis Uses Formula 1-Derived Turbulent Jet Ignition Technology
Originally from F1 engines, the technology allows Stellantis models to produce impressive power output from smaller displacement engines.
ENTHUSIAST
Thorium-Powered Car Concepts Never Materialized Despite Gas Price Concerns
Historical concepts promised to eliminate gasoline dependency through nuclear-powered vehicles, but never reached production despite recent fuel price increases.
NASCAR
Steve O'Donnell Becomes First Non-France Family NASCAR CEO
Jim France steps down as CEO, marking the first time in NASCAR's 78-year history without France family leadership.
TRUCKING
Modern Truckers Continue Using CB Radios for Traffic Warnings
Primary use cases include sharing local travel advice and real-time warnings about accidents and road hazards.
FUEL
Multiple Diesel Fuel Grades Available Like Gasoline Options
Various diesel blends exist with specific applications, helping car enthusiasts track their build performance and understand proper fuel selection.