Nissan has officially started working on a new version of the beloved Silvia sports car. This exciting news comes after over a decade of waiting and speculation since the Japanese automaker introduced the IDx concept, a retro-inspired sports coupe that could have joined the 370Z and GT-R in Nissan’s performance lineup. While the IDx never made it to production due to cost concerns and potential market cannibalization, Nissan's desire for a third sports car has not been abandoned. Now, it’s official: the Silvia is making a comeback. The new Silvia will almost certainly feature an electrified powertrain, which might dishearten purists who long for a gasoline-powered sports car. However, Nissan’s decision is driven by the increasingly stringent global emissions regulations, especially in regions like Europe. An all-gasoline Silvia would simply not be feasible in today’s regulatory environment. By embracing electrification, Nissan hopes to build a car that can be sold in as many markets as possible, achieving the economies of scale necessary to make such a niche vehicle viable.

Mini is recalling over 140,000 of its electric vehicles (EVs) worldwide due to a potential battery fire risk, including 12,535 in the United States. The recall specifically affects the 2020-2024 Mini Cooper SE models. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the recall stems from possible faults in the high-voltage battery that may not meet the automaker's production standards.

Automakers have long had a penchant for nostalgia, often reviving vintage designs with modern twists that capture our hearts while leaving us wistful. The Renault R17 is a prime example of this trend—an exquisite concept car that marries the charm of the past with the innovation of the present. Unfortunately, despite its allure, Renault has no plans to bring the R17 to production. But let’s dive into what makes this concept so remarkable.