The Auto World

A new Cadillac Celestiq on display reveals how far customization can go with wealthy buyers. Interior features mismatched hues that drew superhero comparisons from social media users. One-off design highlights freedom and risk of ultra-personalized six-figure car builds. The super-rich are different from you and me in almost everything. When it comes to cars, they get choices that mainstream buyers wouldn’t even dream of. Take the Cadillac Celestiq for example. Among its many bespoke options is the ability to customize the cabin color, not through preset packages or minor flourishes like contrast stitching, but full-blown, anything-goes personalization. One particular Celestiq we found online shows just how far that freedom can go, and why maybe not everyone should be trusted to design their own interior. Also: Does This John Deere Green Celestiq Look Like A $400K Rolls-Royce Rival To You? On display at Arrowhead Cadillac in Glendale, Arizona, this particular Celesti...

The Jeep Cherokee is returning after a short hiatus. A redesigned model will be launched later this year. Jeep just released the first pictures and details about the new generation 2026 Cherokee. While we knew a new crossover was in the works, its name had been up for debate . As we noted in January, Stellantis announced plans for “three all-new Jeep nameplates” and had been referring to the model as the “New Mainstream UV [Utility Vehicle].” This seemed to imply the company was purposely avoiding using the Cherokee name. More: The Jeep Cherokee Is Back for 2026 And It Looks Nothing Like You Remember This wouldn’t be the first time as the company replaced the iconic Cherokee XJ with the Liberty. It survived for two generations, before being replaced by the 2014 Cherokee KL, which survived until 2023. However, there had been hints the Cherokee name would return following a short hiatus. In 2024, then Jeep CEO Antonio Filosa teased you “could probably guess” what their...

Tesla’s repair quote for a minor Model Y incident could leave drivers with a hefty bill. Insurance claims may raise premiums, making out-of-pocket repairs a better option. DIY repairs or independent shops may offer cheaper alternatives to Tesla’s pricing. We can all agree that this Tesla Model Y has certainly seen better days. After the driver hit a bright yellow bollard in a parking lot, the passenger-side rear door has been dented and scratched. The plastic fender? Completely ripped off. Oh, and there are some scratches on the rear quarter panel too. But in the grand scheme of things, it’s not catastrophic damage, just a bit of a rough day for the car. So, naturally, Tesla quoted a repair bill of $11,671, which has understandably left the owner with a few more scratches, this time, on his head. Read: Tesla’s Cybertruck Costs 30% Less To Insure Than A Model 3 It’s no secret that car repairs have gotten a lot more expensive in 2025 compared to a decade ago, even more...

Suzuki builds several popular models in India, including the five-door Jimny Nomade. In April, the automaker also started importing the subcompact Fronx from India to Japan. From January to April, 35,269 vehicles from Japanese brands were imported into Japan. Japan has an incredibly strong local car market, and while most of the new cars sold there are built locally, the country does import thousands of vehicles every year. Contrary to what most people think, including some policy officials from the Trump administration, Japan has maintained a zero-tariff policy on imported vehicles since 1978. But here’s another surprise that might actually throw you off: in April, it was actually a Japanese brand that imported more vehicles than any other carmaker. Wrap your head around that one. Read: Suzuki’s 4-Door Jimny Nomade Finally Launches In Japan The company in question is Suzuki . While it’s one of the nation’s most recognized brands, it actually manufactures several mode...

The United States Court of International Trade has struck down most of Trump’s tariffs. The court determined the IEEPA doesn’t give the president “unbounded authority.” A 25% tariff remains on cars and automotive parts as it was justified under another law. The United States Court of International Trade normally flies under the radar, but it burst into the spotlight yesterday by determining President Trump exceeded his authority by applying broad tariffs worldwide – even on uninhabited islands. While there’s a lot to unpack, the court determined “The Constitution assigns Congress the exclusive powers to ‘lay and collect Taxes, Duties, Imposts and Excises,’ and to ‘regulate Commerce with foreign Nations.’” They also found that Trump’s use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act of 1977 (IEEPA) does not confer “unbounded authority” to “impose unlimited tariffs on goods from nearly every country in the world.” Given this, it’s not surprising to learn the tariff...

BMW M5 Touring is outselling the sedan version in the United States. Globally, the wagon accounts for around 50 percent of total M5 sales. US pricing for 717hp model starts at $121K undercutting the RS6 Avant. Wagons might still be a niche in the States, but the right badge and the right spec can turn a so-called “practical” car into a cult hit. That’s exactly what’s happening with BMW’s new M5 Touring, which is drawing more interest than even the company seems to have expected. Given how much noise Audi made when it finally brought the RS6 Avant to the US market five years ago, it’s not shocking that Americans are leaning into the idea of a high-performance wagon. What is surprising, though, is just how well the M5 Touring is actually doing. According to BMW’s M division boss, it’s already outselling the sedan here. Review: Was BMW’s New M5 Touring Worth The Weight? BMW M head Frank van Meel recently spoke at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este in Italy, where the c...

Designer Ljudmil Slavov has unveiled his vision for a modern day Skoda Favorit. The hatch was made between 1987 and 1994, before being replaced by the Felicia. The concept is a crossover with a Modern Solid design that pays tribute to the original. Earlier this month, Skoda unveiled a modern day version of the 1899 Laurin & Klement Slavia B motorcycle. Now, the brand has shifted focus to another piece of its heritage, the Favorit, its final independently developed model before the Volkswagen Group took over in 1991. Developed with limited resources and created under communist control, the Favorit could have easily been another cheap, ugly, and forgettable car. However, when it debuted in the summer of 1987, the car was a hit and helped push Skoda “toward its modern-day identity.” More: This Wild Electric Cafe Racer Reboots An 1899 Skoda Motorcycle The five-door hatchback was reportedly launched with a 1.3-liter four-cylinder engine producing a mere 62 hp (46 kW /...