EMC’s Camouflage Wolf Turns a 1991 Mercedes W461 Into a 430-HP Restomod
Expedition Motor Company transformed a 1991 Mercedes-Benz W461 250GD Wolf into the Camouflage Wolf restomod, swapping the OM602 diesel for a 430-hp 6.2L LS3 V8.
Trucks
Jeep Hints Manual Transmission Could Return to a Wrangler-Like Model
Jeep suggested a Wrangler-like vehicle will regain a manual transmission, Aamir Ahmed told CarBuzz; the manual Gladiator was discontinued in September 2024 and details are unconfirmed.
Ford Explorer Steps Into the Taurus’ Role as Mainstream Family SUV
Ford’s Explorer has become the modern counterpart to the Taurus, staying near top sales despite past safety controversies; the current Explorer offers improved technology, safety, and handling.
Plant City Pickup Stopped After Reports of Missile-Like Objects; Bomb Squad Finds Plastic Models
Florida Highway Patrol stopped a Ford Maverick with rocket-like objects in its bed; bomb squad determined they were plastic model missiles and driver Michael Nipper said they were for shows.
Infiniti’s 2027 QX65 Debuts Sunfire Red Paint Infused with Gold-Coated Glass Flecks
Infiniti’s 2027 QX65 debuts Sunfire Red, a paint using gold-coated glass flecks applied in a three-stage process that requires about two gallons per vehicle and special handling.
Gas Tops $4 as GM Idles Factory Zero and U.S. Signals Block on Chinese EVs via Canada
U.S. gas prices climbed above $4 as General Motors pauses Factory Zero and the U.S. government warns it will block Chinese electric vehicles entering via Canada.
Ford Brings Mustang’s Blue Ember to 2027 Expedition 30th Anniversary Package
Ford will offer a 2027 Expedition 30th Anniversary appearance package featuring Blue Ember paint, blacked-out trim, 22-inch ebony wheels and “30 Years” badging on Platinum models.
Jeep Signals Possible Return of Manual to a Wrangler-Like Model
Aamir Ahmed told CarBuzz that Jeep is considering returning a manual transmission to “another car that looks like a Wrangler” after the Gladiator’s manual was dropped for 2025.
Ford Debuts 2027 Expedition 30th Anniversary Appearance Package with Blue Ember Paint
Ford will offer a 30th Anniversary Appearance package for the 2027 Expedition featuring Blue Ember metallic paint, unique badging, 22-inch wheels and Salt Crystal Gray interior.
Mustang Returned After Five-Year Delay at Miller’s Performance, Owner Says Key Parts Missing
Customer Kevin Bickley reclaimed his 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 from Miller’s Performance and Restoration after five years, finding it worse and missing several major components.