Tesla saved the best for last. After updating the Model Y earlier this year, the Performance trim is finally official in Europe, and it’s not just about a badge and a bigger spoiler. The dual-motor SUV accelerates from 0 to 62 mph in 3.5 seconds, hits 155 mph, and has an estimated 360 miles of WLTP range. Charging rates are brisk enough to add up to 151 miles in about 15 minutes. Tesla still won’t disclose the battery capacity, but it says the pack uses higher-density cells.
Chassis and Suspension
The chassis gets genuine attention this time. Like the latest Model 3 Performance, the new Y Performance adds adaptive suspension that can soften for daily driving and firm up when you want to lean on it. Tesla is also rolling out fresh drive settings, including a stability assist mode that lets you dial in more or less intervention, a nod to owners who will actually explore the car’s limits.
The Model Y Performance wears 21-inch Arachnid 2.0 wheels, red calipers, a carbon rear spoiler, and revised bumpers that aim to trim drag and add a bit of downforce.
Interior Changes
Inside, the changes are more than just cosmetic. Front sport seats bring stronger bolsters, ventilation, and extendable thigh support, while rear passengers get heated, perforated seats with power recline. The main display grows to 16 inches with a higher resolution for crisper graphics, and Tesla says overall sound insulation is improved with acoustic glass to calm the cabin.
Pricing and Availability
The Model Y Performance starts at 61,990 euros in Germany, roughly 9,000 euros above the Long Range AWD. First deliveries begin in September, which means these will be on roads soon rather than stuck in teaser limbo. Several markets also list the usual destination and regulatory fees, putting the real checkout price a touch higher.
Context Matters
Europe is exactly where Tesla could use a spark. Deliveries across the region have fallen by roughly a third this year, even as the broader BEV market keeps growing. Launching the halo variant now is as much about margin and momentum as it is about lap times. Whether the Performance trim can move the needle meaningfully is an open question, but it adds a compelling headline to showroom talk at a time when rivals are loud and plentiful.
How a Faulty Power Steering Rack Affects Vehicle Safety and Performance
When people talk about keeping a car safe, the usual components that come up are often brakes, tyres, and airbags. But tucked away in the steering system is the power steering rack, which is another part that deserves just as much attention. It is not something most drivers think about until it starts causing problems, yet its condition can determine how well a vehicle handles and, ultimately, how safe it feels on the road.
Steering Precision and the Chain Reaction of Faults
The steering rack translates the driver’s hand movements into the turning of the wheels, with hydraulic or electric assistance smoothing out the process. When it is working properly, the connection feels direct and natural. But once wear and tear creep in, the precision slips away. That is when drivers start noticing vague steering, delayed response, or a wandering sensation in the lane.
If you need to make a sudden manoeuvre at highway speed or swerve to avoid a hazard, a steering system that hesitates by even a fraction of a second can be the difference between control and collision. Over time, instability in the rack also knocks on to other safety elements, lengthening stopping distances and making a car harder to keep steady on rough or wet roads.
Increased Steering Effort and Fatigue Behind the Wheel
One of the clear signs of a failing rack is the extra muscle required just to turn the wheel. Manoeuvres that once felt effortless, like parallel parking, begin demanding real exertion. It can be tempting to dismiss this as an irritation, but it has serious implications. Driving in heavy traffic or taking long trips quickly becomes more tiring, and fatigue dulls a driver’s reflexes.
Slower reaction times and reduced concentration are not a good combination behind the wheel. Steering should be second nature; once it becomes a workout, safety is compromised.
Fluid Leaks and Their Silent Threat
Many steering systems still rely on fluid pressure. A faulty rack often causes leaks that can be easy to miss until the problem escalates. As the fluid level drops, steering stiffens, and the pump or hoses connected to the rack are placed under unnecessary strain.
What’s more, leaking steering fluid can create hazards beyond the car itself. Spilled onto the road, it leaves slick patches that reduce grip not only for the leaking vehicle but also for others following behind. What begins as a drip under your car can end up endangering anyone sharing the road.
Unusual Noises as Early Warning Signs
Strange sounds during steering often point to internal rack problems. A grinding, clunking, or whining noise is not just irritating background chatter but a warning that parts inside the system are wearing down or running without enough lubrication.
As the wear progresses, steering can become jumpy or uneven, with the wheel resisting movement one moment and slipping the next. This unpredictability is dangerous in situations where a steady hand is required, like overtaking or navigating tight corners.
End of an Era for Nissan GT-R R35 — Future In Sight for Godzilla
Eighteen years after it shocked the supercar world, the R35 Nissan GT-R has crossed the finish line. The final car is a Premium T-Spec painted Midnight Purple, assembled at Nissan’s Tochigi plant and headed to a customer in Japan, a fitting bookend for a machine that spent nearly two decades punching far above its price. Nissan says roughly 48,000 R35s were built, making it the most prolific GT-R generation yet.
If you are thinking this feels more like an intermission than the end credits, Nissan agrees. Senior executive Ivan Espinosa addressed fans directly, saying this is not goodbye forever and that the GT-R name will one day return. The message is clear even if the timeline remains unscripted, and it signals that the badge has a future once the company is ready.
The R35 earned its legend by democratizing supercar performance. Its advanced all-wheel-drive control, rear transaxle layout, and twin-turbo VR38DETT V6 turned launch-control clips and lap times into internet folklore while still feeling usable on a commute.
Corvette Z06 and ZR1 Under Recall for Refueling Fire Risk as GM Pauses Sales
If you own a C8 Corvette Z06 or have a ZR1 on order, there is important safety news. General Motors has initiated a voluntary recall after identifying a situation where spilled fuel during refueling could be drawn toward hot components by the driver side cooling fan, creating a fire risk. GM has also instructed dealers to pause deliveries of unsold cars while a fix is finalized.
The official NHTSA filing lists this recall as 25V536 and covers 23,656 vehicles in the United States across model years 2023 to 2026, specifically those equipped with a left side radiator and fan located below the fuel filler pocket. In GM’s testing, 100 milliliters of fuel poured into the filler pocket could be vaporized and pulled through the radiator by the fan if it was still running after shutdown, then reach an ignition source, which matches the burn patterns seen in four field incidents.
The NHTSA document does not mark this as a Do Not Drive or Park Outside advisory. That said, extra care during refueling is smart, especially if you encounter a pump that looks suspect or fails to shut off properly, a scenario GM’s investigation singled out as a secondary cause.
This Porsche 911 Just Became a 907 HP GT Hypercar
Standing out in a world full of tuned 911s is tough, yet RML Group’s new GT Hypercar makes it look easy. Originally shown as the P39 prototype last fall, the production-ready version has arrived with wild aero, serious chassis work, and a power figure that reads like a typo. Try 907 horsepower from a heavily reworked 3.8-liter flat six. The result is a road legal special that looks built to hunt lap records while still wearing plates.
The foundation is the 992.1 generation Porsche 911 Turbo S. RML stretches the template by extending the wheelbase and pushing out the front and rear tracks, then layers on active aerodynamics. There is a taller adjustable rear spoiler and a prominent front splitter, both aimed at cranking up downforce and stability at speed.
Under the engine cover sits Porsche’s familiar twin turbo 3.8 that has been torn down and rebuilt with Litchfield Motors involved on the power side. Output now lands at 907 horsepower and 738 pound feet of torque.
VW Golf R Spotted With Audi Five Cylinder Power Signaling Most Powerful Golf Yet
Volkswagen looks to be cooking up the wildest Golf ever, and the big news is what may be hiding under the hood. Fresh reports out of Europe say the hardcore Golf R spotted hammering laps at the Nürburgring could be running Audi’s 2.5-liter turbocharged five-cylinder, the warbly icon from the RS3.
If the project gets the green light with the RS3’s powerplant, expect headline numbers in the neighborhood of 400 PS and 500 Nm, paired with a rear axle torque splitter that can actively send more drive to the outside rear wheel in corners. That hardware is a known quantity in the Audi, and it is exactly the kind of tech that would suit a track-honed Golf.
2026 Cadillac Vistiq Sport AWD Review & Test Drive
For 2025, the 2026 Cadillac Vistiq is all-new, joining the new lineup of EVs for the brand and making a big impact with its robust powertrain, touting a dual motor all-wheel-drive setup that’s pulled directly from the new Lyriq V, a performance EV crossover, good for as much as 615 horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque.
The Vistiq runs from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.7 seconds, utilizing the Vmax (Velocity Max) mode to extract all the electrified American ponies from the dual motor drivetrain that’s surprisingly well balanced with a rear wheel power bias. Caddy isn’t messing around here, and this drivetrain is standard across the Vistiq’s four trim levels (Luxury, Sport, Premium Luxury, Platinum).
The overall driving character of the new Vistiq is delightful and nearly thoughtless, as there are no big surprises other than its handling and acceleration being better than most would think.
The Complete Guide to Rideshare Driver Rights and Responsibilities
Driving for rideshare companies has become a popular way to earn extra income or replace traditional employment, offering flexibility that appeals to everyone from college students to retirees looking to stay busy. However, this freedom comes with specific obligations and rules that many drivers don’t fully understand until they’re already on the road.
Understanding your rights and responsibilities as a rideshare driver protects you legally and financially while helping you deliver the safe, reliable service that keeps passengers happy and ratings high. From background check requirements and insurance coverage details to passenger safety protocols and payment structures, every driver needs to know the rules governing their work.