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Bribing Iran For Safe Passage Through Hormuz May Be Happening More Than We Think, Analysts Allege

staff@jalopnik.com (Collin Woodard) — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 17:17:44 +0000

Gulf countries have resorted to effectively bribing Iran to let their tankers through.

Hybrid-Free Ferrari 296 Challenge Stradale Spied Wearing Funny-Looking Camouflage

staff@jalopnik.com (Brad Brownell) — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:54:51 +0000

Inspired by the 296 Challenge customer race car, the roadgoing 296 Challenge Stradale will ditch its hybrid system in the pursuit of lightweight driving fun.

Boeing Wins Navy Contract, Will Make All Sixth-Generation Fighters Across All U.S. Service Branches

staff@jalopnik.com (Nicholas Werner) — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:17:08 +0000

Other than the fact that it exists and a few foggy artist's rendering, we don't know much about the F/A-XX.

I'm Taking My Off Road Miata To Race In Baja Because I Make Poor Decisions

staff@jalopnik.com (Emme Hall) — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0000

I've raced in Baja before in a few different classes, but this will be the first Mexican race for Buddy, my off road Miata.

Americans Still Aren't Buying EVs Despite High Gas Prices

staff@jalopnik.com (Amber DaSilva) — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:48:16 +0000

Plus, slow sales on big trucks and luxury SUVs, a law exemptions for autonomous tractor trailers, and Polestar's ominous final sales.

These Are The Car Companies You'd Build With $1 Trillion

staff@jalopnik.com (Amber DaSilva) — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:25:00 +0000

You all had some interesting responses, from resurrecting the tried-and-true to putting some truly wild vehicles out there on the roads.

Which Retired Racing Driver Should Make A Comeback?

staff@jalopnik.com (Ryan Erik King) — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 13:25:00 +0000

Some drivers have famously called it a career far too soon.

At $23,500, Is This 1991 Cadillac Brougham A By-The-Foot Bargain?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 12:25:00 +0000

With one of the reddest interiors we've ever seen, this 1991 Cadillac makes some bold statements, but it might be tough to justify the $23,500 asking price.

2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE Shows Where Mercedes Still Has An Edge, And Where It Doesn't

staff@jalopnik.com (Logan K. Carter) — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0000

Regardless of the digits following the letters GLE, its luxury identity is tangibly expressed through its mechanicals and uncompromising driving experience.

2027 BMW iX4 Is The Most Dramatic-Looking Crossover Coupe Yet From The Brand That Started The Craze

staff@jalopnik.com (Daniel Golson) — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 22:01:00 +0000

The range-topping (for now) iX4 M60 model will have 603 horsepower and optional yellow DRLs.

Remember That Silly Aston Martin Dreadnought Concept Made For Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4? Fernando Alonso Is Going To Race One At Dakar

staff@jalopnik.com (Ryan Erik King) — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:46:03 +0000

Alonso continues to extend his time in Formula 1, and his appetite for racing doesn't end there. He's headed back to Dakar as well.

Even The Fuel Industry Thinks Trump's Dyed Diesel Plan Won't Work

staff@jalopnik.com (Amber DaSilva) — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:30:11 +0000

Without a written change to the EPA's stance, high-sulfur dyed diesel is still not approved for U.S. roads.

How To Choose The Best Tires For Your Car, Explained By An Engineer

staff@jalopnik.com (Collin Woodard) — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:25:00 +0000

Jason Fenske at Engineering Explained walks you through tread patterns, tire compounds, and the physics of tire science.

Porsche Isn't Actually Doing Gas Versions Of The Next Boxster And Cayman, But It Is Working On A New Mid-Engine Supercar

staff@jalopnik.com (Chris Tsui) — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 17:55:08 +0000

The electric 718 Boxster and Cayman are set to launch next year, and next week Porsche will be revealing a new supercar concept called the Mission S.

World's Oil Reserves 'Scarily Thin' As Houthi, Hormuz Attacks Push Oil Back Over $100 A Barrel

staff@jalopnik.com (Collin Woodard) — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:42:30 +0000

Saudi Aramco CEO Amin Nasser said, "Less than 6 billion barrels of commercial inventories remain today, with the vast majority not practically available."

Old Navy Warship Off The Coast Of Scotland Gets Decommissioned In The Most Metal Way Possible

staff@jalopnik.com (Nicholas Werner) — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:03:28 +0000

The USS Klakring was happy in retirement after a long life in active duty... but then they pulled it back in for one last job.

Tesla Is Using Social Media Pressure To Push For FSD Approval In Europe

staff@jalopnik.com (Amber DaSilva) — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:33:20 +0000

Plus, Porsche's plans to raise prices, Honda shuffling its U.S. production, and Nissan's terrible horrible no good very bad sales year.

These Are Your Favorite Alfa Romeos

staff@jalopnik.com (Daniel Golson) — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:25:00 +0000

Alfa Romeo has produced so many fantastic, beautiful, emotional cars, and our readers have great taste in their favorites.

What's Your Favorite Dodge?

staff@jalopnik.com (Erin Marquis) — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:25:00 +0000

Does a Demon hold your heart, or are your tastes more esoteric?

At $23,500 Canadian (About $16,131 U.S.), Would You Lap Up The Luxury Of This 2005 VW Phaeton W12?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 12:25:00 +0000

Designed to go up against some of Germany's most prestigious automakers, this big W12-powered sedan is properly luxurious, but is it worth $16k?