He rebuilt a 200,000-mile Land Cruiser - and found a huge problem
We spend four days rebuilding the heart of a high-mileage Toyota Land Cruiser, replacing the transfer case, front and rear differentials, axle shafts, bearings, seals, gears, and manual locking hubs to restore its four-wheel-drive system. With upgraded components throughout the drivetrain, the legendary 80 Series is almost ready for some of America's toughest off-road trails. But just when everything seems complete, one final mystery keeps the four-wheel-drive system from working as planned, setting the stage for the next chapter of the build.
2026-07-14T14:27:14Z
It's a $12,000 EV. The American car industry is doomed.
While American families face record vehicle prices, long-term loans, and monthly payments approaching $800, Chinese companies are producing modern electric cars for a fraction of the cost. Yet aggressive tariffs and national security restrictions have effectively locked them out of the American market. This video examines the 100% tariff on Chinese electric vehicles, the influence of Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis, and why affordable models such as the BYD Seagull pose an existential threat to Detroit’s business model. We also investigate claims that Chinese vehicles are unsafe and compare them with cars that have earned top ratings in European crash tests. But the controversy goes beyond trade and corporate lobbying. Connected vehicles contain cameras, microphones, sensors, and software that manufacturers can update remotely. Washington fears these systems could be used for surveillance or even to disable thousands of cars during a geopolitical crisis. Cheap Chinese cars could lower prices and accelerate America’s transition to electric vehicles, but they could also give a foreign power access to critical infrastructure. The real question is whether Americans are being protected from China, or protected from affordable competition. SUGGEST A TOPIC: https://bit.ly/suggest-an-infographic... Don't forget to FOLLOW! SOURCES: All videos are based on publicly available information unless otherwise noted.
2026-08-05T22:10:38Z
Hero MotoCorp bets big on EVs, capacity to hit 45,000/month by year-end
#1QWithCNBCTV18 | Hero MotoCorp: Growth Momentum Strong, Doubling Down on EVs - Double-digit growth guided for India in FY27 - EV capacity to jump to 45,000 units/month by year-end - Full EV portfolio PLI-certified by end-2026 @HeroMotoCorp @sudarshankr #CNBCTV18Market #ElectricVehicles #AutoStocks#cnbctv18 #businessnews #businessnewstoday #businessnewsinenglish #HeroMotoCorp, #Q1FY27, #Q1Results, #1QWithCNBCTV18, #CNBCTV18Market, #CNBCTV18News, #ElectricVehicles, #EV, #EVGrowth, #ElectricMobility, #EVManufacturing, #AutoStocks, #AutoSector,Follow Every Breaking Story LIVE 🔴 Watch News18 LIVE 24x7: https://youtube.com/live/P857H4ej-MQSUBSCRIBE to our Channel: https://bit.ly/3nvEcxf------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2026-08-07T08:44:54Z
Xpeng G6 begins a real five year EV ownership story
This first episode begins a real long term ownership series with the Xpeng G6 AWD Performance. After reviewing the car earlier and comparing it with other options, Peter was impressed enough to choose it as his personal car through a five year private lease. This series is different from a normal one week review because it follows what the G6 is like in daily life over time. Future episodes will explore real range, efficiency in different weather, charging and fast charging, family practicality, boot space, rear seat comfort, navigation, cameras in fog, climate controls, cabin noise in rain, and how well the car fits into everyday places like underground parking garages. The series is not paid promotion, but cooperation with Xpeng may allow deeper access to factories, service centers, and behind the scenes content. It is a practical ownership story built around real questions from daily EV life.
2026-08-02T04:35:55Z
MG M9, Cyberster Couture Editions launched: Prices, design changes & more
Inside, the car offers three screens, including a vertically stacked infotainment system angled towards the driver. Features include wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, built-in 5G, connected-car tech, wireless charging, dual-zone climate control, ventilated seats, and a premium Bose audio system. It will also offer a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chip, regenerative braking, multiple airbags, Level-2 ADAS, and more.
2026-08-05T09:42:06Z
How global rallycross supercars hit 60 mph in 1.9 seconds
Regulations limit them to 2 liter engines and 45 millimeter turbocharger restrictor plates, which ultimately are the two factors limiting power. The engines produce about 600 horsepower, and over 650 lb-ft of torque, rocketing these machines from 0-60 in as fast as 1.9 seconds. 1.9 seconds! If we do the math, 60 mph is equivalent to 88 ft per second. 88/1.9 = 46.3 ft/sec squared, or if we divided by 32.2, it means the cars accelerate at over 1.4 longitudinal g’s!! That’s faster than any production vehicle, regardless of how much it costs. So how do they achieve such mind blowing acceleration? First and foremost, you’ll need all wheel drive and an absurd power to weight ratio. With a minimum weight of 2921 pounds including the driver and all fluids, the vehicles are carrying less than 5 pounds of weight for every horsepower the engine produces. All wheel drive is obviously critical for maximizing acceleration, but it’s also important that the engine torque finds its way to the wheels with the most traction. To do this, plate and ramp style mechanical limited slip differentials are used front and back. A shallow ramp angle in an LSD will lock up more easily under throttle. With the differential locked up, torque goes wherever it finds grip. A steep ramp angle will provide little lock-up, or if it’s as steep as 90 degrees, no lockup.
2026-04-08T16:32:18Z
10 worst European-made cars & 10 best
European automakers have produced some of the most respected, influential, and enjoyable vehicles ever sold, but the continent’s factories have also released models weakened by poor construction, questionable engineering, or badly judged designs. Since “best” and “worst” will always involve some personal preference, this list considers reliability, safety, performance, innovation, practicality, historical significance, and overall execution. The weaker cars fell well below reasonable expectations, while the strongest models changed their categories or delivered an unusually complete driving experience. Here are the 10 worst European-made cars and the 10 best.
2026-08-04T15:12:45Z
