Car news briefs — May 8, 2026 · 6:03 PM EDT

Quick hits from car enthusiast outlets, vehicle maintenance, and track performance updates.

ENTHUSIAST

Several V10 Engines Prove Reliable Despite Complex Designs

While V10 engines feature complex designs to handle balance issues, certain models have established reputations for reliability.

OFF-ROAD

Today's car finds focus on off-road capable vehicles including the Mitsubishi Delica, Toyota HiAce, and Jeep Cherokee XJ.

INDUSTRY

Uber drivers may find themselves training AI systems that could eventually replace their roles behind the wheel.

INDUSTRY

Aviation incident highlights importance of keeping consumer drones below 400-foot altitude limit to avoid aircraft conflicts.

ENTHUSIAST

Road & Track tested top interior cleaning kits for vehicle maintenance, separating effective products from overpriced disappointments.

BMW

New pre-chamber system improves efficiency under heavy use and helps BMW M cars meet emissions standards.

Formula 1 will allow 67 more horsepower from combustion engines while reducing electric contribution by the same amount.

OEM

Paralyzed plaintiff claims VW Tiguan seat heater caused second-degree burns due to alleged design defect.

OEM

Recall documents show Tesla only sold 173 rear-wheel-drive Cybertrucks between April and September last year.

OEM

AMG GT, C-Class, E-Class, SL-Class, CLE-Class, and GLC-Class models affected by 100% population recall.