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Burglary Suspect Makes A Clean Getaway In A Waymo

staff@jalopnik.com (Justin Hughes) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:25:00 +0000

The thief used a driverless Waymo, complete with 29 cameras, for transportation to and from the scene of a crime, but police still haven't made any arrests.

A Little Medicinal THC While Driving Is Probably Fine, Australia Decides

staff@jalopnik.com (Collin Woodard) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:05:00 +0000

If you've got a prescription and you're below Australia's legal limits, driving with a little bit of THC in your system won't necessarily be a deal-breaker.

Airplanes Could Soon Be Going Hybrid, Too

staff@jalopnik.com (Nicholas Werner) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:25:00 +0000

The hybrid approach has the advantage of being compatible with existing airframes.

Chinese Automakers Are Building A Quiet Presence In The U.S. Despite The Fact They Can't Sell Anything Here

staff@jalopnik.com (Andy Kalmowitz) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:27:42 +0000

Plus, American Axle UAW strike could cause major issues for GM's truck production, China's car sales had another rough month and more.

These Tracks Need To Return To The F1 Schedule

staff@jalopnik.com (Ryan Erik King) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:25:00 +0000

The recurring theme in the comments is that there's no way these tracks meet current safety standards for hosting top-flight international racing.

Which Automaker Needs To Start Making More Sedans?

staff@jalopnik.com (Collin Woodard) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:25:00 +0000

Whether your pick is a company that's never made a sedan or one that's made dozens, we want to know which automaker you think needs to make a new one.

2027 Rivian R2 Is Even Better Than You Hoped

staff@jalopnik.com (Daniel Golson) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Like its big siblings, the Rivian R2 is simply satisfying in basically every regard, a crossover all sorts of people will easily fall in love with.

At $37,500, Is This 1972 GMC Suburban A Resto-Mod For The Rest Of Us?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:25:00 +0000

With some nicely updated components and a few features that keep it firmly planted in its 1970s roots, is this classic family hauler worth $37,500?

2027 Audi Q7 Is A Much-Needed Overhaul Of An 11-Year-Old SUV — And We Finally Get The Good Headlights

staff@jalopnik.com (Andy Kalmowitz) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:01:00 +0000

The third-generation Q7 and SQ7 feel like they're making up for lost time, and in a lot of ways, they are.

Here's What Michelin Does Beside Making Tires And Rating Restaurants

staff@jalopnik.com (Charles Krome) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:25:00 +0000

Michelin is famous for making tires and rating restaurants, yet the French company has lots of other projects on the side. But what exactly are they?

To See The End Of The World In California, You'll Need The Right Vehicle

staff@jalopnik.com (Adrian Taylor) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:25:00 +0000

A remote Mojave Desert attraction has left more than a few drivers stranded in the sand, making the right vehicle essential.

The Largest Plane You Can Fly On In 2026 Is Indeed Quite Large

staff@jalopnik.com (Nico DeMattia) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:25:00 +0000

There are some massive planes out there that offer plenty of room and some incredible comfort. And this passenger plane has been the biggest around since 2005.

Rogue Parakeet Carries Out Potentially Unstoppable Campaign Of Car Damage

staff@jalopnik.com (Lalita Chemello) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 03:25:00 +0000

Scotland's nature agency, was unsure why the parrot would be eating or dismantling the rubber parts of car, but offered a few theories as to why.

This Is The Last Car Part DIYers Should Attempt To Build Themselves

staff@jalopnik.com (Kiran Menon) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 02:25:00 +0000

Cars provide many opportunities for fun DIY jobs, but you shouldn't attempt to build all of your own parts, especially when it comes to this system.

How To Maintain Your Backup Camera (And How Expensive It Can Be If You Don't)

staff@jalopnik.com (Alvin Reyes) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:25:00 +0000

Your car's backup camera is a vital piece of equipment that makes parking much easier. But if you don't maintain it properly, repairs can be extremely pricey.

Why Ford And The U.S. Postal Service Both Use The Same Kansas City Cave

staff@jalopnik.com (Ryan Erik King) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:25:00 +0000

Ford's presence in SubTropolis has expanded over 1 million square feet since the 1960s.

Lucid Gravity Gets Hands-Free Driving Assistance Software With Latest Update

staff@jalopnik.com (Collin Woodard) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:00:00 +0000

Lucid already added hands-free driving to the Air, so it isn't a brand new feature for Lucid.

Here's How Much Computer You Want In Your Car

staff@jalopnik.com (Brad Brownell) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:45:00 +0000

There's no limit to the number of functions automakers will push to be computer controlled.

These Used Hondas Aren't Worth Your Money At Any Price

staff@jalopnik.com (Josh West) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:45:00 +0000

Hondas have a well-deserved reputation for reliability. But some of them also have a history of recall notices, lawsuit settlements, and other issues.

Everyone Wants A Subaru WRX

staff@jalopnik.com (Amber DaSilva) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:05:00 +0000

It's nice to see people are still getting into cool cars, despite everything.