Episode 15

EV Wins, Rotary Rumors, and Quiet Flops! Lucid’s 2025 Gravity SUV is better than expected. The 2026 Audi A6 gets praise for its looks and aero, while Mazda’s twin-rotor Iconic SP sports car edges closer to production. Tesla cut $10K off the new base RWD Cybertruck—five standout city cars. The 2025 Nissan Kicks, Hyundai Kona, and VW Taos are to crown the top subcompact SUV. Despite its 2,000-HP punch, Lotus’ Evija EV isn’t selling. A Lucid Air 26k review praises range but notes financial downsides. Mazda plans to drop a 2.5L engine in the next Miata—manual, lighter, but not more powerful. Lastly, McLaren revealed Celebration Editions of the 750S and Artura in honor of its 2024 F1 Constructors’ title.