The Auto World

One Maserati ran out of fuel, despite the indicator suggesting it had a 1/4 of a tank left. The recall impacts 524 vehicles built from November 20, 2022, to July 4, 2024. Dealers will reflash software to ensure accurate fuel level readings for affected owners. The 2024 Maserati GranTurismo and GranCabrio are significant improvements over the vehicles they replaced, but the Italian brand has discovered they have a fault with the fuel level display on the instrument cluster. A recall notice issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) states that body control module software in new models may indicate an incorrect fuel level, which could trigger an unexpected engine stall if the vehicle runs out of fuel while still indicating that there’s still some left in the tank. Read: Stellantis CEO Thinks Maserati’s Woes Are Just A Bad Case Of Marketing Fortunately for Maserati , the recall is limited to 524 vehicles. These consist of 2024 GranTurismo models...

The owner of the SUV bought it with a blown engine and has always wanted to do an epic LS swap. Paired with the 6.0-liter LS2 is the transmission of a BMW E92 335i driving the rear wheels. Remarkably, the Cayenne retains its original axles and driveshaft. More often than not, drift cars are based on sports cars or, occasionally, hatchbacks and sedans. Rarely is a professional drift car based around a big and heavy SUV, but that’s exactly what this Porsche Cayenne has become. It serves as a testament to what’s possible if you’re an experienced car builder and are determined to make something unique. The owner of this Cayenne purchased the SUV with a blown engine and had always dreamed of doing an LS-swap. So, that’s exactly what he did. The Porsche is now rocking a 6.0-liter LS2 V8 that’s been supplemented with a supercharger running seven pounds of boost. It produces 530 hp and is paired with the transmission from a BMW E92 335i, complete with a triple-disc clutch. Rea...

There’s no screaming V12 under the hood but instead, the original 3.0-liter six-cylinder. The paint finish is very similar to that found on the limited-run Reventon Roadster. Unfortunately, very few tasteful modifications have been made to the car’s cabin. Two and a half years ago, we stumbled upon a bizarre third-generation 1990 Toyota Supra , which had undergone a questionable transformation to mimic the iconic Lamborghini Reventon—one of Italy’s most limited and revered supercars from the last two decades. At that time, this unusual creation was up for grabs in the Netherlands, with an asking price of €19,950 (~$22,300). Fast forward to September 2024, and lo and behold, that very same car is back on the Dutch used car market. This time, it’s a lot more affordable, with a price tag of €13,250 (about $14,800 at current exchange rates), yet it still looks as outlandish as ever. So, would you dare to be seen behind the wheel of this eye-catching oddity? Read: Toyota GR S...

There’s a smorgasbord of electric vehicles for buyers to choose from in today’s market. A few standout models are vying for the title of best electric vehicle of the year. It’s your turn to play judge and crown the ultimate electric vehicle of 2024. No car is perfect, and electric vehicles are certainly far from claiming that title, but they’re better than ever before. Many models are faster, more capable, less expensive, and more refined. Now, we invite you to decide which one deserves the top spot. The rules are simple. You can pick any 2024 EV so long as you can make a compelling case for it. Arguments can even end up centered around pricing, tax rebates, range, charging speed, or charging infrastructure. With that, let’s dive into some of the many candidates available today. Read: Ford Boss Shaken After Secret Chinese EV Test Drive, Admits “They’re Ahead Of Us” Our lead image features three that could potentially qualify. The Tesla Model 3 was updated this year an...

A Mazda6 owner claims to have suffered serious burns due to malfunctioning heated seats. Plaintiffs assert Mazda knows about the issue and say the value of their cars has decreased. The lawsuit accuses Mazda of fraudulent conduct for marketing heated seats despite known defects. We’re big fans of heated seats here at Carscoops. Few things are nicer than going for a drive on a cold day with your back and bottom feeling toasty warm. However, a class action lawsuit filed in the U.S. against Mazda claims that the heated seats on 2018 Mazda6 models can get dangerously hot, causing burns to occupants. The lawsuit, filed in the Superior Court of California, County of San Francisco, by plaintiff Kristine D. on September 3, 2024, alleges that she “suffered serious burns and scarring as a result of her use of the defective seat warmer in her Mazda vehicle.” Other plaintiffs also claim they were burned by the allegedly malfunctioning heated seats. Read: New Mazda6 Reborn As The E...

Rising headlight thefts signal a shift in automotive crime toward dismantled vehicle parts. Thieves are capitalizing on high-value headlights, making them prime targets for quick profits. Vehicles are worth more to criminals dismantled than whole, due to the rising cost of parts. Car theft isn’t what it used to be. Gone are the days when thieves made off with entire vehicles. Now, they’re zeroing in on specific parts that can be quickly removed and flipped for a profit. A notable target? The headlights of premium models , leading to a troubling new trend in the UK dubbed “Eye-Snatching.” Over the past couple of decades, headlight design has evolved from simple to highly sophisticated, with many vehicles now featuring advanced Matrix LED technology and dynamic active features. As a result, the cost of a single headlight unit can reach hundreds or even thousands of dollars. High Costs of Headlight Technology Take, for instance, the BMW 4 Series, where each laser headlight...

Owners of 2021-2023 Rogues are suing the automaker due to strong gas fumes infiltrating the cabin. They claim that they’ve been knocked back by dealers who say they’re aware of the issue but have no fix. Nissan denies liability, claiming customer complaints don’t support allegations of fraudulent concealment. The third-generation Nissan Rogue may be a giant leap forward compared to its predecessor, but according to a recently filed lawsuit, 2021-2023 models come with an unwelcome feature: a pervasive smell of gas fumes infiltrating the cabin. The issue is allegedly caused by defects in the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) system. The lawsuit, lodged in the United States District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee, is on behalf of Michael E., Kelly W., and other owners. It specifically targets Rogue models equipped with Nissan’s 1.5-liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine, alleging that faulty components in the PCV system allow fuel to seep through porous rub...

Someone saved a 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier as though it was a genuine collector’s car. It has only 305 miles on the odometer and the seller refreshed it recently so it’s ready to drive. They’d like $25,000 for it, or about $10,000 more than when the Z24 edition was brand new. Collectors accumulate all sorts of things, from stamps to baseball cards to cars. However, this particular car might be comparable to collecting a common American flag stamp from yesterday or a baseball card of a player who never made it to the majors. And even those examples only work if someone kept those items in nearly mint condition for many years. This 1990 Chevrolet Chevrolet is probably the closest you can get to a brand-new one today. Listed on Facebook for a cool $25,000, this Cavalier has only 305 miles (491 km) on the odometer—90 percent of which were added by the current owner in the last three years. They purchased the car in 2021 from an estate sale, where it had just 39 miles (63 km). S...