While many Western automakers are moving away from traditional V-8 engines in favor of more fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly powertrains, China’s Great Wall Motors (GWM) is embracing a bold new direction. At the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), GWM made a statement by unveiling two unique eight-cylinder engines—a 2.0-liter flat-eight and a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V-8. […]
The long-awaited Nissan Z NISMO manual is almost here. Nissan will add a six-speed to the hottest Z, ending the auto-only stretch. The update came from Nissan Americas chairman Christian Meunier during a recent podcast. Enthusiasts asked for a stick from day one. Lower Z trims already offer a manual. The NISMO did not, despite […]
Aston Martin has raised the bar again. Debuting at the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed, the new 2026 Vantage S delivers sharper performance, bolder styling, and engineering upgrades that push its limits even further. More Power Under the Hood The Vantage S gets a subtle but effective bump in power from its 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8, […]
