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Why Do Some People Get Carsick In Teslas (And Even EVs In General)?
Why Do Some People Get Carsick In Teslas (And Even EVs In General)?

With lots of torque for quick acceleration and intense regenerative braking that slows things down in a hurry, some EVs can be particularly rough to ride in.

August 7, 2026
Driver of the Week: —Ed
Driver of the Week: —Ed

Meet —Ed, C/D's Backfires editor, commentator, kibbitzer, life coach, and resident crank.

August 7, 2026
2027 Toyota Prius PHEV
2027 Toyota Prius PHEV

Review, Pricing, and Specs

August 6, 2026
The Next-Gen 2029 Chevy Camaro Will Reportedly Have Four Doors
The Next-Gen 2029 Chevy Camaro Will Reportedly Have Four Doors

The new Camaro has been delayed until the 2029 model year and will have two more doors than before, according to a report.

August 6, 2026
View Interior Photos of the 2027 Toyota Tundra Trailhunter
View Interior Photos of the 2027 Toyota Tundra Trailhunter

See the 2027 Toyota Tundra Trailhunter from every interior angle.

August 6, 2026
2027 Ford F-150 Gets New Base Engine and Expanded V-8 Availability
2027 Ford F-150 Gets New Base Engine and Expanded V-8 Availability

The twin-turbocharged 2.7-liter V-6 is replaced by the twin-turbo 3.0-liter V-6 that's also found in other Fords such as the Explorer.

August 6, 2026
View Exterior Photos of the 2027 Toyota Tundra Trailhunter
View Exterior Photos of the 2027 Toyota Tundra Trailhunter

Get an up-close look at the 2027 Toyota Tundra Trailhunter exterior.

August 6, 2026
8-Year-Old Mazda 3 Sales Soaring Along With Gas Prices
8-Year-Old Mazda 3 Sales Soaring Along With Gas Prices

Mazda 3 sedan sales are up 91.8% year-over-year whereas the slightly more expensive hatchback grew 77.4%.

August 6, 2026
SRT's eBoost Air Powertrain Concept Blows Hard So You Can Go Hard
SRT's eBoost Air Powertrain Concept Blows Hard So You Can Go Hard

Stellantis is adding an e-compressor to its twin-turbo Hurricane inline-6 in the hopes of eliminating turbo lag.

August 6, 2026
SRT Develops System to Beat Turbo Lag and Boost Engine Power
SRT Develops System to Beat Turbo Lag and Boost Engine Power

To mimic a supercharged V-8's feel, an electronic supercharger instantly spools the turbos, improving acceleration and responsiveness.

August 6, 2026
Toyota and Nissan Resume Japanese Production Post-Earthquake
Toyota and Nissan Resume Japanese Production Post-Earthquake

Earthquake destruction around Toyota and Nissan's plants in southwestern Japan had temporarily paused production, but the factories are now back up and running.

August 6, 2026
Ford's Affordable Electric Truck Officially Has a Name and a Price
Ford's Affordable Electric Truck Officially Has a Name and a Price

The truck will be called the Fathom, instead of reviving the Ranchero name as we previously theorized, and will start at less than $30,000.

August 6, 2026