Trump's Tariffs: A Driving Force Behind Rising Car Costs • President Trump's 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico, along with a 10% tariff on Canadian energy and Chinese goods, threatens to add approximately $3,000 to the price of new vehicles. Analysts predict that these tariffs will hit Detroit's automakers the hardest, as companies like Stellantis, GM, and Ford heavily rely on imports from these countries. The repercussions go beyond complete vehicles, affecting a vast array of components that are integral to American assembly lines.

Unleashing the "Phantom Dragon": Rolls-Royce's Masterpiece of Chinese Culture • The Phantom Dragon's luxurious design is inspired by an ancient Chinese legend. The narrative is elegantly woven into the car's aesthetics, notably via its stunning dashboard.

The 10 Coolest Cars You Need to Know About in 2025 • For a deeper dive into the latest automotive trends, grab the latest issue of Top Gear magazine. Fancy more than just a single issue? Subscribe at a 50% discount to receive six issues for only £16.50.

Wildfire Chaos: Cars Bulldozed Amid LA Emergency • High winds and a dry winter have ignited a wildfire in the Santa Monica Mountains. Like many Californians, residents of Pacific Palisades received evacuation orders. The evacuation chaos included:- Gridlocked roads due to cars left by evacuating residents.- Up to 200 cars bulldozed off roads to clear paths for emergency vehicles, as shown in dramatic video footage.

2025 Porsche 911 Carrera S: More Power, No Manual • - Engine: 473-hp twin-turbo 3.0-liter flat-six- Transmission: New eight-speed PDK dual-clutch, manual option discontinued- Performance: - Top speed: 191 mph - 0-60 mph: 3.1 seconds with the optional Sport Chrono package

Revving Up the Power: The 2025 Porsche 911 Carrera S Unveiled • While many automakers leave engines unchanged during updates, Porsche goes against the grain. The Carrera S now boasts a 30-hp increase from its 3.0-liter twin-turbo boxer six-cylinder engine, bringing its output to 473 horsepower. Torque remains at 390 lb-ft. The Carrera S is available exclusively with an eight-speed PDK dual-clutch automatic transmission.- Power Boost: - New turbochargers - Enhanced charge-air cooling - Possible ECU tuningWith the Sport Chrono package, the Carrera S accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.1 seconds—0.2 seconds quicker than its predecessor—and reaches a top speed of 191 mph.