Car news briefs — May 8, 2026 · 9:07 AM EDT
Quick hits from the car enthusiast world, covering everything from build upgrades to industry news.
ENTHUSIAST
Farah: From Dodge Charger to Genesis GV60, Quest for Every-Person's Bentley
If you can't swing a Bentley Continental, a Genesis GV60 might just do the trick for luxury seekers.
ENTHUSIAST
At $21,000, Would You Fall in Love With This 1978 Mustang II Cobra II?
A shortage of respect and horsepower meant few Mustangs of this generation received proper care. Is this too much for a pampered pony?
ENTHUSIAST
Four Sub-$1,000 Methods for Boosting Engine Horsepower, Ranked by Easiness
It doesn't require a fortune to add horsepower to your build. Here are effective engine mods costing less than $1,000.
ENTHUSIAST
Man Returns Henry Ford Biographies 64 Years Overdue to Library
These books are now so old they won't be returning to circulation.
FORD
2027 Ford Super Duty Carhartt Edition Unites Detroit's Hard-Working Brands
Plenty of Super Duty owners already wear Carhartt. Now they can have a truck showcasing their brand loyalty.
ENTHUSIAST
Edmunds' Dodge Charger EV Lost $50,000 in Value in One Year
Muscle car buyers don't want EVs, and EV buyers don't typically want Dodge products.
INDUSTRY
Canada May Cap Low-Tariff Imports of Chinese Cars
Plus, China is ditching diesel, economy hits U.S. car sales, and latest on U.S. tariff talks with Europe.
ENTHUSIAST
If the World Ran Out of Gas, What Would You Drive?
For today's question, let's go a bit more Mad Max with it.
ENTHUSIAST
Missing Fuel Injectors Allegedly Turned Ferrari 360 Into Showroom Fireball
A Canadian businessman is suing Ferrari Québec after suffering burns to 56 percent of his body.
ENTHUSIAST
California Highway Patrol Issues Over 11,700 Speeding Tickets in 24-Hour Blitz
The 24-hour 'Maximum Enforcement Period' caught 200 drivers traveling over 100 mph.