Arstechnica Cars

1. BMW sends off the 6th-gen M3 CS with a manual gearbox, rear-wheel drive

   The 2027 M3 CS Handschalter is lighter and comes with three pedals instead of two.

2. Volkswagen shows its first electric GTI; there's no chance of US sales

   The ID. Polo GTI takes plenty of inspiration from the original Golf GTI of 1976.

3. Honda shows off new hybrids for America as it absorbs $9 billion EV loss

   The automaker marked its first annual loss in more than 70 years.

4. The perfect commuter bike? Velotric's Discover M makes its case.

   A customized mid-motor and Shimano's new Cues components are a winning combination.

5. Vaporware or not? Aptera assembles its first five validation models.

   The three-wheel, two-seat EV has been in development since 2006.

6. Rivian adds a new onboard AI assistant to its latest software update

   The Rivian Assistant is available for both Gen1 and Gen2 hardware.

7. Audi has a new Q9 flagship coming soon: Here's its interior

   Audi made sure to consult American tastes for its first full-size SUV.

8. F1 set for another engine tweak in 2027, and what's this about V8s?

   Rather than dig in, the sport is being proactive about fixing the problem.

9. Is your Porsche Taycan too slow at the Nürburgring? You need this Manthey Kit.

   Nordschleife-specialist Manthey has developed an upgrade package for the Porsche EV.

10. More than just an SUV? Rivian is working on more R2 variants.

    Without giving much away, CEO RJ Scaringe teased the idea of an R2 pickup and an R2X.