Car news briefs — May 20, 2026 · 10:35 AM EDT
Quick hits from car enthusiast outlets covering EVs, classics, and vehicle maintenance trends.
ENTHUSIAST

These Are The Cars That Scream 'I Peaked In High School'
Jalopnik readers identify vehicles associated with ill-advised horsepower, poorly-maintained luxury models, and parental financial assistance.
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Tesla Is Gearing Up For Autonomy Tests In China
Plus coverage of consumer tariff effects, Stellantis plans for Chinese EVs in France, and Hyundai's latest recall.
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What's The Wildest Thing You've Witnessed While Driving?
Reader submissions range from freeway traffic stopping for crossing ducklings to witnessing heroic saves after drivers lost control.
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2027 Volvo EX60 Is An Electric Diamond In The Rough
Volvo targets the luxury EV crossover market with the new EX60, though the machine has some imperfections.
ENTHUSIAST

At $8,950, Is This 1992 BMW 318i Convertible A Good Deal?
Despite cosmetic issues, relatively low mileage and five-speed manual transmission could make this E30 convertible appealing.
ENTHUSIAST

Adding A Sidecar To Your Harley-Davidson Isn't For The Faint Of Heart
Installing a sidecar requires more than simple bolt-on attachment, demanding time, patience, and proper equipment for DIY enthusiasts.
OEM
The Volvo EX60 Is a Little Too Laid-Back
The mid-size EV crossover delivers impressive performance and refinement, but lacks driver engagement according to Road & Track.
OEM
Mercedes-AMG's Electric GT 4-Door Has a Transmission Tunnel, But Not Why You Think
The electric AMG's "transmission tunnel" serves a different purpose than traditional designs would suggest, defying conventional expectations.
OEM
Creating the Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door's Synthetic V-8 Noise Took Several Tries
AMG CEO reveals simulated gear shifts and professionally composed fake sound aim to recall the brand's combustion engine heritage.
OEM

2027 Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe EV Delivers 1,153 HP
The new-generation AMG GT features axial-flux motors, 600 kW charging, extensive driving dynamics customization, and exceptional performance capabilities.
Sources
- Jalopnik - Cars That Scream 'I Peaked In High School'
- Jalopnik - Tesla Autonomy Tests In China
- Jalopnik - Wildest Thing Witnessed While Driving
- Jalopnik - 2027 Volvo EX60 Review
- Jalopnik - 1992 BMW 318i Convertible
- Jalopnik - Adding Sidecar to Harley-Davidson
- Road & Track - Volvo EX60 Review
- Road & Track - Mercedes-AMG GT EV Transmission Tunnel
- Road & Track - Mercedes-AMG GT Synthetic V-8 Sound
- Jalopnik - 2027 Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door EV
