This V10 BMW estate was cheap for a serious reason
DriveTribe buys a rare BMW M5 Touring with a 500HP V10 engine and an unusual history. The car stands out because it combines estate practicality, a naturally aspirated S85 V10, and very limited production numbers. Its cheaper price comes from a previous write off caused by a small fire in the rear battery area, making it both tempting and risky. The video also covers the car’s strengths, including its sound, performance, luxury features, and rare specification, while noting issues like fuel use, SMG gearbox behavior, and future maintenance checks. This episode works because it asks whether a rare dream estate is still worth buying when its history is not perfect.
2026-07-29T12:06:58Z
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
2015 Lexus RC 350 - Review & test drive - F Sport
The 2015 Lexus RC 350 F Sport features a 3.5L V6 engine with DOHC, 24 valves, variable valve timing, and produces 306 HP and 277 lb-ft of torque. The vehicle puts the power down with an 8 speed automatic transmission with steering wheel mounted paddle shifters. This review will cover the exterior, engine and performance data, suspension, interior, infotainment system, and a test drive. Features Include: Drive mode select: ECO, Normal, Sport, and Snow Double wishbone front suspension Multi-link rear suspension Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) ABS, EBD, BA LED Headlamps low & high beam LED Daytime running lights (DRL) Dual chrome exhaust 10 airbags Lexus Enform Safety Connect Frameless Rear View Mirror, Auto Dimming Genuine Wood Trim Bluetooth Hands Free Phone & Audio Streaming Options Include: Foglamps F Sport Package (19 in wheels, summer tires, blind spot monitor, heated and ventilated F Sport seats, perforated steering wheel and shift knob, aluminum pedals, power steering column, adaptive variable suspension (AVS) & Sport+ mode) Navigation System/Mark Levinsion Premium Audio (17 speakers, 835 Watts), back up camera Intuitive Parking Assist Special Paint Moonroof Variable Gear Ratio Steering (VGRS)
2026-08-12T16:24:22Z
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
This Qashqai e-POWER makes electric driving feel easy
The 2026 Nissan Qashqai e Power is a family SUV for drivers who want the smooth response of an electric car without needing to plug in. Its e Power system uses a petrol engine only as a generator, while the wheels are driven by an electric motor. This gives the Qashqai quick and calm EV like acceleration, while petrol refueling removes charging worries on longer trips. The engine can sound unusual at first because it does not always match pedal input, but it becomes easy to live with after a few days. The Qashqai also keeps strong everyday practicality, with a useful square boot, no load lip, double floor storage, and city friendly dimensions. In Tekna Plus trim, the cabin feels comfortable and well equipped with Alcantara details, ergonomic physical buttons, proper climate controls, Google based infotainment, a bright head up display, massage seats, heated seats, and a panoramic glass roof. It is a clever bridge between petrol and EV life.
2026-08-16T04:35:56Z
I hammered the Nissan Armada Pro-4X off-road - then drove it nearly 1,000 miles
I Hammered the Nissan ArmaA nearly 1,000-mile drive from Los Angeles to Boulder, Colorado puts the latest Armada Pro-4X through a serious long-distance test, after it had already been hammered through desert sand, dunes and rocky off-road terrain. Its air suspension can provide up to 11.7 inches of ground clearance, backed by a 33-degree approach angle, 24.5-degree departure angle, real skid plates, recovery hooks and a locking rear differential. Under the hood is a 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 producing 425 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 9-speed automatic, but the nearly 6,000-pound SUV averaged only around 17 MPG during the cross-country drive. Inside, it combines dual 14.3-inch screens with a 600-watt, 12-speaker Klipsch audio system, making the Armada impressively equipped even though several frustrating details keep it from being perfecta Pro-4X Off-Road - Then Drove It Nearly 1,000 Miles
2026-08-10T15:16:24Z
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
Nissan Micra EV brings Renault 5 tech with a friendlier face
The 2026 Nissan Micra EV is closely related to the Renault 5 EV, sharing the same platform, dimensions, technology, and driving character, but giving buyers a different design personality. At under 4 meters long and around 1.8 meters wide, it is built for city use while still feeling capable on faster roads. The Nissan version gets rounder front and rear lights, a new bumper design, unique wheels, and Nissan specific colors. Inside, the cabin is almost identical to the Renault 5, with Google based infotainment, physical climate controls, and a useful My Safety Switch for quick ADAS adjustment. However, there is still too much piano black trim, and the right side of the steering wheel feels crowded with controls. Rear space is limited and best for children, while the 330 liter boot is useful but has a high load lip. The 52 kWh version with 150 hp and around 400 km real range feels like the strongest choice, making the Micra EV a fun small EV for buyers who prefer Nissan styling.
2026-08-16T03:35:56Z
