GM Warns Dealers About Corvette Z06 Markups

Production of the 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray has officially kicked off, with brand new examples now rolling off the Bowling Green assembly line. Production was expected to commence on May 9 but, due to a postponement, it was delayed until May 25. This applies only to the Stingray model; it...

The American consumer is no stranger to excessive markups. Gluttonous retailers are taking advantage of the situation the auto industry finds itself in, placing market adjustments atop the MSRP of new vehicles. We've seen some fairly shocking examples of this, with one Ford dealer recently asking as much as $145,000 for an F-150 Lightning.

Muscle cars are known for cheap power. That's practically their founding principle and one that runs back to the early days of the pony car. It's something the Ford Mustang GT tries to carry forward into the modern era, despite how expensive new cars are right now. American tuning company Roush would like to make your Mustang's horsepower-per-dollar ratio come up by a little, and as such has introduced a new supercharger.

The Jeep Wrangler, for all its on-road flaws and reliability issues, is still one of the finest off-roaders that money can buy. Of course, these days, the Ford Bronco is giving the Wrangler some serious competition, but what if you'd never be caught dead in a Ford? Well, the Wrangler is a pretty good base for customization and upgrades, especially when you restomod it. Naturally, not everyone wants to go old-school and not everyone wants to take the Wrangler to the trails to defend its honor against the Bronco. Some people just love the classic shape and the timeless proportions, and among those people are the men and women behind the Militem Ferox500.

The GMC HUMMER EV, or the GMC Hummer EVfor those of you that like shouting less, is clearly set to be the new off-road king. We've all seen why. The Crab Walk feature is almost wholly unique to this EV off-roader - rivals are trying to play catch-up - and should make taking on the trails a little easier, at least on narrower trails. After all, the massive truck is more than seven feet wide. GMC's newest EV was also built with tough angles in mind, both in front and in back. But for those who are less inclined towards the pickup's styling, an SUV is on the way, and it looks to be just as capable as the pickup.

Over the past few years, it's become clear that Dodge is by far the coolest brand in America, if not the world. This is a company that gives enthusiasts what they want, creating cars like the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat with supercar levels of horsepower at a relatively affordable price. Part of the success of the brand is down to its unique marketing campaigns, and as a result, the Challenger has been one of the best-selling cars in its segment for years. But Dodge CEO Tim Kuniskis doesn't want anyone at the company to rest on their laurels and is determined to ensure that anyone who walks into a dealership feels as if they are being welcomed by true gearheads.

In the last decade or so, the automotive industry has gone through a massive transformation to comply with stringent regulations and changing customer demands. The rise of the SUV and electrification has spelled doom for the once-popular sedan, for example, with brands rushing to bolster their respective ranges with high-riding crossovers.

When it comes to EVs, Tesla reigns supreme. Regardless of what you think of the company (or its eccentric CEO), one cannot deny the impact the carmaker has made on the industry. This is reflected in the ever-growing popularity of its models, as evidenced by Tesla Model 3 sales. The smallest model in the lineup is cooking up a storm in the United States and abroad; demand remains strong.

It may be a cliche, but few things smell as good as a brand new car. Taking delivery of a box-fresh vehicle is an unrivaled feeling. But this is an experience fewer Americans can indulge in, as the chip crisis and supply chain woes continue to thwart new car sales.

With the Escalade sitting at the summit of its range, you'd be forgiven for thinking Cadillac's image of excess and wanton consumption won't change anytime soon. The imminent arrival of the high-performance V derivative confirms this but, as GM plans to tackle electrification head-on, this is set to change. The...

Vietnamese automaker VinFast is nearing the release of two important electric vehicles, the VF 8 and VF 9. We learned pricing details on the US models a short while ago, and now the company has announced a good sales idea for European customers. VinFast partnered with FCA Bank, Stellantis Group's...

The SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) show is one of the highlights of the year for American and international gearheads. It's bigger than Tokyo Auto Salon and every other aftermarket expo and typically attracts all the biggest brands to its sprawling site in Las Vegas. The focus here is on modifications and upgrades, and manufacturers typically showcase what is possible using authorized tuning partners, which in turn helps sell more cars off the dealer floor. But last month, we learned that both Honda and Ford would be backing out of this year's extravaganza, and now another two big names have pulled out too: Hyundai and General Motors.

With the Toyota RAV4 dominating the sales charts, Honda couldn't just sit back and do nothing. The aging CR-V is fading into the background as fresher rivals appear and, while it still represents stellar value for money, there's no denying it's long in the tooth. We've known for some time...

Hampered by financial restraints and modest monthly budgets, many gearheads are seldom able to purchase their dream cars. For many, Lamborghini ownership will remain an unreachable aspiration. The cheapest model, for instance, sports an eye-watering price tag of around $220,000. That didn't stop one Dutch individual from transforming his Toyota...

As an extension of the Mercedes-Benz brand, Maybach serves as a legitimate alternative to the likes of Bentley and Rolls-Royce. The Maybach S sedan and Maybach GLS SUV are both magnificent vehicles that expertly isolate their occupants from the annoyances of the outside world in a cocoon of utter luxury. A few days ago, the limited Concept Mercedes-Maybach Haute Voiture sedan was revealed as an even more style-conscious version of the regular Maybach sedan. But with only a sedan and SUV in its current portfolio, is there room for the Maybach brand to diversify into other segments? According to a new teaser from Merc's Chief Design Officer, the answer is yes.

Despite numerous global economic crises, people are still buying sports cars and American sports cars in particular. The Ford Mustang was recently named the most popular sports car in the world, again, and Chevrolet can barely keep up with demand for its C8 Corvette. But there's one iconic US sports car that's struggling: the Chevrolet Camaro. Despite offering impressive discounts and numerous special editions, the Camaro is still lagging behind the competition from Ford and Dodge. To make matters worse, the Camaro is in for a notable price increase for the 2023 model year, especially in the higher trims, which will see an increase of up to $3,700.

Ford just opened its order banks for the long-awaited 2023 Ranger Raptor, but only for European markets. Ford is already building the standard Ranger in global markets, but the Raptor production has been constrained by supply chain issues and delays. Americans will have to wait until next year for our first look at the high-performance midsize truck, but this is a step in the right direction.

The closest we get to a modern equivalent of the 1973 BMW 3.0 CS is pretty far from what it was. The BMW 2 Series Coupe is a spiritual successor in theory, but it's nowhere near as beautiful as the 3.0 CS, which has inspired many a designer to pay tribute in retro-modern fashion. But while the example you see below is beautiful, it could also be a bargain and a great centerpiece for any BMW aficionado's collection.

These days, there are supercars and hypercars everywhere, all of which offer scintillating performance and a cool factor that is difficult to imitate. But very few cars are based on true racing machines. That wasn't the case in a bygone era when monsters like the McLaren F1 LM and Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR ruled the roost. Japan also tried its hand at creating road-legal racecars, and one of the most famous was the Nissan R390 GT1, a legend of Nismo history.

Ladies, gentlemen, and anyone anywhere in between, we have reached the golden age of horsepower. As the choice of electric vehicles expands and gas prices go through the roof, the gas engine is peaking. For $68,915, around the price of a Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe, you can buy a muscle car with 707 horsepower brand new, including the gas guzzler tax. If you spend more, you can buy the kind of power that needs specially developed tires. Just twenty years ago, 300 hp was reserved for high-end sports cars. Now, you can buy a four-cylinder Mustang for around $28,000. Before the internal combustion engine goes into decline, though, it feels like automakers are keen to push the limits and make a final batch of crazy cars. Whether it's trucks, muscle cars, sports cars, or supercars, there's some awe-inspiring stuff on the market.