The Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren arrived when McLaren’s road-car reputation was still dominated by the F1, giving the partnership with Mercedes enormous expectations. But the SLR has spent more than two decades refusing to fit neatly into a category. It has a carbon-fiber monocoque, carbon-ceramic brakes, active aerodynamics, a hand-built 626-PS supercharged V8 and a 334-km/h … Read more
Electric cars dominate the electrification debate. Automakers announce new EV platforms, governments track passenger-EV market share, and charging networks are discussed largely around private vehicles. Yet counting electric vehicles can hide something important. A privately owned car may travel relatively few miles and spend most of its life parked. A transit bus is a working … Read more
BMW SUV reliability depends heavily on the generation, engine, and supporting systems, with some configurations proving considerably more durable than others. My top used-car pick is the 2021–2024 BMW X3 xDrive30i, whose B46 turbocharged four-cylinder balances performance, efficiency, and durability. Enthusiasts should consider the B58-powered X3 M40i, while the X5 xDrive40i offers similar six-cylinder performance … Read more
The E350 BlueTEC’s 3.0-liter OM642 turbodiesel V6 can cover substantial mileage, but engine durability doesn’t make the entire car trouble-free. Oil cooler seals, intake swirl mechanisms, the DPF, and AdBlue/SCR hardware can generate expensive repairs even while the engine itself remains mechanically healthy. That’s the key distinction for used buyers: a durable diesel engine doesn’t … Read more
If fuel economy comes first, a full-size SUV isn’t the obvious choice. But if you genuinely need three usable rows, substantial cargo space or serious towing capacity, the better question is: which full-size SUV does the job with the least fuel? For 2026, the answer is surprisingly varied. Diesel, hybrid and turbocharged gasoline powertrains can … Read more