Car news briefs — Apr 29, 2026 · 6:04 PM EDT

Quick hits from car enthusiast outlets, vehicle maintenance insights, and racing updates.

ENTHUSIAST

NYC Restores Park Avenue's Original Pedestrian-Friendly Design

The city is reducing vehicle traffic and adding footpaths, returning the street to its original intent before it was renamed from Fourth Avenue.

RACING

The helmet design matches the beloved Apple Computer scheme that adorned a 935 race car in 1980.

OEM

The recall affects 2021–2025 Broncos with previous transmission or transfer case repairs that could lead to drive failure.

ENTHUSIAST

Car enthusiast vehicle maintenance guidance explores whether replacing tie rods in pairs is necessary when only one component shows wear.

INDUSTRY

Insurance Institute for Highway Safety telemetry data reveals drivers are more likely to use phones while exceeding speed limits.

OEM

The electric Polo's physical button array may influence future VW models sold in America, despite the car's subdued styling.

OEM

Vice president of design Maximilian Missoni calls the comprehensive redesign "only something BMW could do."

RACING

The Manthey-equipped GT3 clocked six seconds faster than the standard updated GT3 around the Nordschleife.

Critics argue the subdued color scheme doesn't match Miami's vibrant character, despite supporting race-specific livery concepts.

ENTHUSIAST

The vintage driving simulator likely can't function as intended without its original screen and instructor setup.