Car news briefs — May 15, 2026 · 9:30 AM EDT

Daily updates for the car enthusiast: racing, builds, and automotive culture highlights.

ENTHUSIAST

What Car Deserves A Better Name?

Car naming matters more than many realize. Readers weigh in on vehicles that deserve better monikers.

ENTHUSIAST

Popular automotive films that don't live up to their reputation get the critical treatment.

OFF-ROAD

Modified Cayenne shows cosmetic wear and unfinished modifications. Asking price raises questions about value.

RACING

Driver Jens Klingmann discusses the GT3-like station wagon racer ahead of its 24-hour debut.

ENTHUSIAST

Vehicle maintenance basics: explaining the final letter in PRNDL shifters and its purpose.

ENTHUSIAST

Camera system error highlights problems with automated ticketing accuracy in major cities.

RACING

Canadian racer's 2025 victory with Hyundai and Bryan Herta Autosport chronicled in new film.

GM executives discuss how Formula 1 participation could influence future product development strategies.

ENTHUSIAST

Extended ownership experience shows the electric city car's few weaknesses despite overall excellence.

RACING

Reader advice for newcomers attending the Indianapolis 500 helps track your build-up to race day.