The 2019 BMW Z4 M40iHandout / BMW Cuts at BMW mean a raft of vehicles from its lineup are scheduled to be axed, and the executioners list may include a lot of our favourites, Automobile reports.Say good-bye to the next-generation Z4 (not the current one). The joint venture between Toyota and BMW will be the last youll see of the open-top sports car, if the magazines report can be believed.Convertible and coupe versions of the 8 Series two-door will apparently also be leaving us, leaving only the Gran Coupe (four-door). The regular-wheelbase 7 Series will allegedly be nixed, leaving only the long-wheelbase.The reason for the death of so many models is simple yet complicated, but it all revolves around money. BMW barely makes any profit on vehicles under 40,000 Euros, which pretty much ends everything smaller than a 3 Series that isnt a performance car. The rear-wheel-drive 1 Series, 2 Series, and lower trim 3 Series models could all be axed, Automobile says, and the small X2 CUV is also likely to have a shorter lifespan.The brand has also been in a decline the last few years, with shares decreasing 47 per cent since 2015. The car divisions earnings dropped by 22 per cent, and the return on investment fell from 9.2 to 7.2 percent; that number is estimated to drop another 4.5 to 6.5 per cent for 2019. BMW is also in a serious bind over reducing the carbon emissions of its whole fleet 25 per cent by 2021, lest it incur heavy fines; thats also contributing to the death of some less-fuel efficient cars and needless gas-powered ones.Although a lot of models are expected to die, there are still new vehicles planned. A new X8 with M variant is coming, as well as a more conventional replacement for the i3 that wont be all
Origin: BMW may not build a successor to the Z4 or 8 Series Coupe
New Mini Countryman 2020 facelift seen in disguise
Mini will follow up the updates to the rest of its range with a revised Countryman, due next year. The crossover is the British maker’s newest model, but was first launched in 2017, so 2020 falls perfectly in line with the usual timeframe of a mid-cycle update. Prototypes have been spotted with disguised front and rear ends, so we’re expecting mild revisions to the grille, bumpers and lights as part of a minor facelift. An introduction of adaptive matrix-beam LED headlights is also on the cards, alongside standard LED tail-lights that bring the now-familiar Union Jack, new personalisation options and a fresh range of wheel designs. The majority of the changes are likely to be aesthetic. Recent range updates have boosted standard equipment across other Minis, so that should also be the case with the Countryman. The recently updated Clubman also featured a new sports suspension option with 10mm lower ride height. Engine choices should remain familiar and include a 134bhp 1.5-litre three-cylinder petrol in the Cooper, a 189bhp four-cylinder in the Cooper S and the newly launched John Cooper Works model, with a new 302bhp 2.0-litre engine. A 148bhp Cooper D diesel will also be retained, though it’s not clear yet if mild-hybrid tech will be needed by Mini to reduce its fleet average CO2 figures in time for 2021’s emissions regulation changes. Expect more details of the Audi Q2 rival to emerge early next
Origin: New Mini Countryman 2020 facelift seen in disguise
First Ride: 2020 Harley-Davidson Livewire
2020 Harley-Davidson LivewireHarley-Davidson PORTLAND, Ore. Methinks theres more than a little hypocrisy surrounding the seemingly ample criticism directed at Harley-Davidsons new Livewire. Most of said criticism centres on the electric Harleys reported range, which at its worst 113 kilometres (70 miles) at 113 kilometres an hour (70 mph) barely qualifies as miniscule. Thus do the critics journalists and consumers alike decry the Livewire as just another Harley trailer queen.The problem with said criticism is twofold. The first is that Milwaukee is not, in any way, shape or form, claiming that the Livewire is a full-boat long distance touring motorcycle. Oh, they dont dare describe their new $37,250 battery-powered gem as a trailer queen. Theyd much prefer that I use their public relations-friendly halo vehicle designation that theyre hoping as in repeatedly stressing it at every turn in their media presentation will catch on. But the end result amounts to the same thing. Their new Livewire is, they plainly admit, the electron-powered equivalent of something like the companys own CVO Breakout; intensely pretty to look at, surprisingly powerful, not to mention exquisitely constructed and detailed. But ultimately, theyre both best suited to close-quarter work. The second part of said hypocrisy and, to my mind, by far the more egregious is that I think that Harley is being unfairly singled out. In fact, Milwaukees main crime seems to be to admit their electric motorcycle is fairly useless on the unbridled open road again 113 kilometres at a steady 113 km/h. In actual use, most e-bikes would struggle to exceed Harleys cruising range and precious few are the motorcycles powered by lithium ions that can belt out more than 160 klicks on the open road. And even those that can squeak out 100 miles or so from their batteries are basically useless for sustained rides. You ride for an hour maybe an hour and a half and then, if youre lucky enough to have access to a Level 3 DC charger, you wait an hour or so for it recharge. In other words, whether the Livewire is the worst or best of the breed matters not a wit; all e-bikes are pretty much useless when the destination is much more than 200 kilometres from your home base. That said, on friendly turf on city streets where stop-and-go traffic helps regen extra battery range Harley says the Livewires 70-cell, 15.5 kilowatt-hour battery is good for some 235 kilometres. So, when it comes to the dreaded range anxiety on long distance trips, all of the current crop of electrified motorcycles are in the same lets-not-go-there boat.All that said, the most impressive part and by quite some margin of the new Livewire is its electric powertrain. Though its specs are impressive 105 horsepower and 86 pound-feet of torque are fairly noteworthy whether powered by electrons or fossil fuel they pale compared with its comportment. Plainly stated, the Livewires permanent magnet motor and its attendant controllers and modulators are amongst the most sophisticated electrics Ive ever tested, two-wheeled or four. For one thing, the throttle response is incredibly linear. Typically, EVs have a great lump of torque down low and then quickly run out of puff as speeds get serious. Harleys 15,000-rpm Revelation engine, by contrast, starts out fairly meaty those 86 pound-feet of torque are available at zero rpm and continues to thrill at well over 150 km/h. Harley says that it will spring to 100 kilometres an hour in about three seconds. Sounds impressive enough for those comparing it to sporting automobiles, but in the bike world unlike the four-wheeled sphere zero to 100 is a pretty meaningless measure as few manufacturers actually post, or even measure, their times. So, for those looking for some actual context as to the Livewires real performance, here is a comparison: The electrified Harley jumps off the line something like a Suzuki GSX1000S and, even above 100 km/h, still accelerates like a 600-cc four. By EV standards, thats pretty impressive.Still more impressive is how the Livewire handles its regenerative braking (when you let off the gas or apply the brakes, the electric motor reverses polarity and the resultant engine braking pumps electrons back into the battery). Again, in many EVs especially first attempts like the Livewire the modulation can get pretty lumpy, often feeling artificial in its mimicking of traditional engine braking.Not the Harley. In its lesser modes, it pretty much freewheels like a two-stroke off the gas. In Sport mode, on the other hand, the regen retardation fairly emulates that of a big-inch V-twin sport bike, say a Ducati. Indeed, while prowling the twisties surrounding Portland, we hardly touched the Livewires big four-pot Brembos so effective was chopping the gas at slowing the 249 kilogram e-motorcycle for hairpins. Credit the nine or so years the Livewire project actually started as a skunk works project in
Origin: First Ride: 2020 Harley-Davidson Livewire
Chinese start-up Human Horizons unveils radical electric SUV concept
Chinese start-up Human Horizons, whose technical team is led by the former boss of Jaguar Land Rover’s Special Vehicle Operations division, has unveiled a radical electric SUV concept called the HiPhi 1. The machine closely previews the new firm’s first production car, which it says is due on sale within two years. Human Horizons describes itself as a technology company that’s focusing on “smart vehicles, smart transportation and smart cities”. It plans to develop a range of machines for the growing Chinese premium EV market, designed for both private owners and shared use, featuring advanced autonomous systems and vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication. The HiPhi 1 concept is the first car the firm has revealed. Technical development has been led by Mark Stanton, who formerly worked for both Ford and Jaguar Land Rover. The machine features 562 sensors to offer ‘higher-level autonomy’ using V2X communication systems. It will also monitor the interior using facial recognition cameras and even smell sensors to detect unwanted odours. The HiPhi 1 features nine power-operated doors, flaps and stowage compartments, including gullwing-opening rear doors, and a handleless entry system that uses a facial recognition system matched to a smartphone. There will be a number of different modes for accessing it, including a ‘superstar’ setting that opens all the roof and door systems. There’s also a ‘parade’ mode that will allow the car to move slowly with the gullwing flaps raised. The exterior design has been informed by Chinese tastes, with a tall crossover design and a large, coupé-like glasshouse. Human Horizons says the lack of a combustion engine has allowed the front bulkhead to be pushed much further forward than in a conventional car, with the 5.2-metre overall length – similar to that of a long wheelbase Range Rover – allowing huge interior space. The HiPhi 1 also features fins designed to direct airflow at the trailing edge of the rear doors and a similar channel built into the front wing; Human Horizons boss Kevin Chen says that these have been inspired by aircraft and promote high-speed stability, with the car having a drag co-efficient of 0.28Cd. The HiPhi also features smart headlights capable of beaming patterns onto road or walls, with examples including a zebra crossing effect to show pedestrians that it’s safe to cross. The larger panels beneath the lighting units contain hundreds of LEDs and are capable of displaying patterns or even messages. The interior features three rows of two seats, all of which are power-operated and can be switched into numerous configurations. The car’s structure incorporates both high-strength steel and aluminium, with the battery compartment under the floor. The dashboard is largely formed of display screens, with a digital instrument pack, portrait-orientated touchscreen in the middle of the dashboard and another in front of the passenger for playing media. It also features a camera-based rear-view system, although this isn’t currently legal in China. Stanton, who leads a team of around 400 engineers, said both rear and four-wheel-drive versions will be offered, the latter with a pair of 268bhp motors and a 0-62mph time of around 3.9sec. Differently sized battery packs will also be offered, with the biggest 96kWh unit giving a range of up to 400 miles with the rear-drive powertrain under the NEDC testing protocol. Stanton wouldn’t give a weight figure but confirmed that we can expect something so large and highly specified to be more than two tonnes. While there are no plans to sell the HiPhi 1 outside China in the short term, the firm has global ambitions in the longer term. Pricing is yet to be set, but the HiPhi 1 is likely to be at the higher end of the Chinese EV market. Deliveries are due to being in 2021. Production will take place in a plant – currently being refitted – that was formerly used by Kia’s Chinese joint venture
Origin: Chinese start-up Human Horizons unveils radical electric SUV concept
Nearly-new buying guide: Ford Mondeo
Before PCPs allowed car buyers to realise their wildest dreams, motors such as the practical, spacious and good-to-drive Mondeo were what families bought and fleet bosses leased. The big Ford is still practical, spacious and good to drive, but times have moved on and it, and other large hatchbacks like it (it’s available in saloon and estate forms, too), are being left on the shelf. That’s good news if you’re a used car buyer, because while other people are paying top dollar for an SUV, the bargain hunter has the pick of Mondeos at lower prices. The model was launched here in 2014, two years after its US unveiling. In the interim, Ford of Europe had been tuning Henry’s world car for our tastes. The chassis might have lost a little engagement but its handling was as fluent as before and its ride and refinement stronger than ever. The cabin had lost none of its famed roominess, either. And then there were the engines: 1.0, 1.5 and 2.0-litre Ecoboost petrols spanning outputs from 123bhp to 237bhp, and 1.5 and 2.0-litre TDCi diesels ranging from 113bhp to 207bhp. Over the years Ford has refined the line-up, among the casualties being the 112bhp 1.6 TDCi, which, in 2015, was replaced by the 118bhp, Euro 6-compliant 1.5 TDCi. The pick of the crop? Depending on your requirements, it’s a toss-up between the 158bhp 1.5 Ecoboost petrol, the 148bhp 2.0 TDCi or a 118bhp 1.5 TDCi. Meanwhile, if you must have an automatic, the Powershift gearbox hurts economy but is a sweet-shifting thing. Only in its interior finish and design does the Mondeo betray its workaday roots. On the upside, infotainment is provided by Ford’s Sync 3 multimedia set-up. It’s not the most responsive but it’s got full phone integration and a digital radio. Every car has its orphan and in the Mondeo’s case it’s Style trim. Actually, it’s a big improvement on Edge, its equivalent in the previous-generation Mondeo, since it has alloy wheels, air-con and, crucially, colour-coded door handles, but the rear windows remain manual only. It’s good value but Zetec, the next trim up, is more plentiful and better equipped, with niceties including dual-zone air-con, rear electric windows and chrome and colour detailing. In 2016, it morphed into Zetec Edition with even more kit. It’s all you need really unless Titanium, the third spec, with its leather trim and parking aids, floats your boat. Also in 2016, ST-Line arrived. With lowered sports suspension, a bodykit, privacy glass and 19in alloys, it’s fun but pricey. The facelift came in this year, bringing a revised exterior, improved fit and finish (according to Ford) and new diesel engines. At prices to suit most pockets, the handsome, spacious and dynamically capable Mondeo makes a great used buy and, in this age of SUVs, it reminds us that riding high ain’t all it’s cracked up to be. Need to know The Mondeo HEV was Ford’s first hybrid car. It has a combined output of 185bhp and emits just 99g/km CO2. Prices start at around £10,500 for a 2015/15-reg example with 84,000 miles. If it’s a toss-up between a late 2018 or early 2019 Mondeo, it’s worth knowing that the model was facelifted in March 2019. It gained Ford’s new EcoBlue diesel engine (in 148bhp and 187bhp outputs) and an intelligent speed limiter. Confusingly, Ford operates two used car schemes. Ford Approved Used offers the balance of the new car warranty and a guarantee that the car has a full history. Ford Direct offers a two-year unlimited warranty and the assurance that cars are independently inspected and approved by the RAC. Our pick Mondeo 1.5 158bhp Ecoboost Titanium 5dr: This mid-power Ecoboost engine is punchy, reasonably economical and good value. A 2015/15-reg with 34,000 miles is £11,300 from a Ford dealer Mondeo 1.0 123bhp Ecoboost Zetec 5dr: This entry-level petrol engine struggles to haul the Mondeo and needs a light foot to return anything like its claimed economy. It’s good value, though, with a 35,000-mile 2015/15-reg car costing £9350. Ones we found 2014 Mondeo 1.6 TDCi Style estate, 129,000 miles, £4999 2015 Mondeo 1.5 TDCi Zetec 5dr, 117,000 miles, £6999 2016 Mondeo 2.0 TDCi 150 Zetec 5dr, 62,000 miles, £10,000 2018 Mondeo 1.5 TDCi Titanium estate, 18,000 miles,
Origin: Nearly-new buying guide: Ford Mondeo
New Pagani Huayra Roadster BC debuts in mobile video game
Pagani isn’t waiting until Pebble Beach to reveal the new Huayra Roadster BC. At least, not to reveal it in digital form. Marking the first time a car company has debuted a new vehicle in a mobile video game, the latest supercar from the luxury automaker has landed in the video game CSR Racing 2, which was developed by San Francisco-based Zynga, the same company that created the popular mobile game Words With Friends. The Roadster BC is an open-top track-focused beast and the latest display of Horacio Pagani’s German-powered Italian-inspired genius. Pagani teased the car on social media recently, calling it “a tremendous science and design challenge,” likely referring to the work done to keep weight down. Now we’re getting a full look — on our cell phones. “When Horacio Pagani first began designing cars 44 years ago, it would have been impossible to imagine that a car like the Roadster BC would ever be unveiled to the world in a mobile game,” Michael Staskin, Managing Director of Pagani Automobili America, said in a statement. “We chose to partner with CSR2 on the reveal of the Roadster BC because we are both leaders in our respective industries, we both show incredible attention to design and detail and we both continue to disrupt what is considered normal in the automotive industry.”CSR Racing 2 is free to download on the App Store or Google Play. The Pagani Huayra Roadster BC is expected to debut at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance later this
Origin: New Pagani Huayra Roadster BC debuts in mobile video game
Porsche’s Taycan EV on track to zoom past 911 sales
The Porsche Mission E, the concept that previewed the companys upcoming Taycan EVHandout / Porsche Porsches iconic 911 sports car, which shaped the German brands elite image for decades, may soon get eclipsed by the Taycan EV.Months before its official unveiling in September, Porsche has already amassed deposits for nearly 30,000 Taycans, and the early haul supports plans to lift annual production of the brands first all-electric model to 40,000 vehicles, Evercore ISI analyst Arndt Ellinghorst said Monday in a note.With Porsche delivering 35,600 911s last year, the Taycan to be priced at roughly US$90,000 could zoom past the conventional two-door to define the brand for the next generation.Success of the Taycan is critical for parent company Volkswagen to boost the appeal of electric cars as it prepares for a rollout of battery-powered vehicles for the masses. The Taycans arrival could also pose a fresh challenge to Teslas Model S, a key vehicle for Elon Musks push to make the U.S. electric-car leader profitable.Customers can register as a prospective Taycan buyer by placing a 2,500-euro deposit, which gets deducted from the final purchase price. To help drive uptake, Porsche is installing fast chargers at dealerships in the U.S. and Europe that will load the Taycans battery with enough power to drive as far as 100 kilometers (62 miles) in four minutes. The cars total range on a single charge stands at 500 kilometers.Porsche set an initial production target of 20,000 vehicles per year, based on a two-shift system, but that can be expanded if needed, production chief Albrecht Reimold told reporters last year.The company has been rapidly building up capacity in recent months. For the 1,500 new hires needed to produce the Taycan, Porsche said Monday that it has recruited nearly 1,000 so far after receiving some 32,000 applications. The training process for the electric-car assembly lasts as long as six
Origin: Porsche’s Taycan EV on track to zoom past 911 sales
Iconic Petty-raced Plymouth Superbird and Road Runner head to auction
Two cars raced by Richard Petty in 1970 and 1971 are coming up for auction, and theyre real humdingers.If you havent guessed by now, the cars are a 1970 Plymouth Superbird; and a 1971 Road Runner. Both vehicles were raced by The King in period, bringing him many wins and helping to secure his place as one of the greats.When you think of the Plymouth Superbird, you are likely thinking of this exact car. Finished in distinct Petty Blue and wearing the number 43, it was the star of the show in 1970 and also the star of the Pixar movie Cars.The 1970 Superbird was built to lure Petty back to Plymouth after he had left to race for Ford in the 1969 season. Serious aerodynamics were just starting to become a thing in NASCAR racing, and the Superbird was the ultimate aero warrior, winning 33 out of 48 races, with 18 of those being Pettys. The 1971 Road Runner earned Petty even more wins, some 21 out of 46, and helped him become the first driver to make US$300,000 in yearly earnings.Both cars are now in immaculate condition, restored to perfection by Richard Pettys garage.Richard Petty himself will be at the auction to see the cars and sign a few autographs for the fans. The cars cross the auction block on August 2 at Mecums event in
Origin: Iconic Petty-raced Plymouth Superbird and Road Runner head to auction
Chinese EV start-up Human Horizons unveils radical SUV concept
Chinese start-up Human Horizons, whose technical team is led by the former boss of Jaguar Land Rover’s Special Vehicle Operations division, has unveiled a radical HiPhi 1 SUV concept. The machine closely previews the new firm’s first production car, which is says is due on sale within two years. Human Horizons describes itself as a technology focused company, that is focusing on “smart vehicles, smart transportation and smart cities”. It plans to develop a range of machines for the growing Chinese premium EV market, designed for both private owners and shared use, featuring advanced autonomous systems and vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication. The HiPhi 1 concept is the first machine it has revealed, and technical development has been led by Mark Stanton, who formerly worked for both Ford and Jaguar Land Rover, most recently as the head of Special Vehicle Operations. The machine features 562 sensors to offer ‘higher-level autonomy’ using V2X communication systems. The HiPhi will also monitor the cabin using facial recognition cameras and even smell sensors to detect unwanted odours. The HiPhi 1 features nine power-operated doors, flaps and stowage compartments, including gullwing-opening rear doors, and a handleless entry system that uses a facial recognition system matched to a smartphone. The machine will feature a number of different modes to access it, including a ‘superstar’ setting that opens all the roof and door systems. There is also a ‘parade’ mode that will allow the model to move slowly with the gullwing flaps raised. The exterior design has been informed by Chinese tastes, with a tall crossover design and a large, coupe-like glasshouse. Human Horizons says the lack of a combustion engine has allowed the front bulkhead to be pushed much further forward than in a conventional car, with the 5.2 metre overall length – similar to that of a long wheelbase Range Rover – allowing huge cabin space. It also features fins designed to direct airflow at the trailing edge of the rear doors, and a similar channel built into the front wing; Human Horizons boss Kevin Chen says that these have been inspired by aircraft and promote high-speed stability, with a drag co-efficient of 0.28. The HiPhi also features smart headlights capable of beaming patterns onto road or walls, with examples including a zebra crossing effect to show pedestrians that it is safe to cross. The larger panels beneath the lighting units contain hundreds of LEDs and are capable of displaying patterns or even messages. The cabin features three rows of two seats, all of which are power operated and can be switched into numerous configurations. The car’s structure incorporates both high-strength steel and aluminium, with the battery compartment under the floor. The dashboard is largely formed of display screens, with a digital instrument pack, portrait-orientated touchscreen in the middle of the dashboard and another in front of the passenger for playing media. It also features a camera-based rear-view system, although this isn’t currently legal in China. Stanton, who leads a team of around 400 engineers, said both rear- and all-wheel-drive versions will be offered, the latter with a pair of 268bhp motors and a 0-62mph time of around 3.9 seconds. Differently sized battery packs will also be offered, with the biggest 96kWh unit giving a range of up to 400 miles with the rear-drive powertrain under the NEDC testing protocol. Stanton wouldn’t give a weight figure – but confirmed that we can expect something so large an highly specified to be over two tonnes. While there are no plans to sell the HiPhi 1 outside China in the short-term, the firm does have global ambitions in the longer term. Pricing is yet to be set, but is likely to be at the higher end of the Chinese EV market, with deliveries due to being in 2021. Production will take place in a plant formerly used by Kia’s Chinese joint venture partner, which is currently being
Origin: Chinese EV start-up Human Horizons unveils radical SUV concept
These are the cringiest car movies of all time
How many times have you hit “play” on Netflix only to give up on the movie ten minutes in? Sometimes mindlessly scrolling through digital pages of movie posters and descriptions is actually more productive than letting some dumpster fire of a film flash in front of your eyes for another second.And while it isn’t just one genre that sees dumpy flick after dumpy flick, the car world seems to have churned out some of the cringiest movies out there. What could be lamer than a murderous car? How about a murderous tire?Read on to discover the worst-best car movies of all time.The Car (1977)If you were old enough to watch R-rated movies in the late ’70s, then you might have seen Elliot Silverstein’s The Car. The plot is simple: rather than gasoline, this sinister-looking matte black Lincoln Continental is powered by an evil spirit, compelling it to terrorize the streets attacking people. Its genre was considered horror at the time, but it feels more like comedy now.The New York Times gave it a one out of five, and renowned film critic Vincent Canby, who reviewed thousands of titles while working for the NYT, called the acting “terrible.” Even Rotten Tomatoes, the website that aggregates movie reviews, gives it less than a 30 per cent rating. It’s real bad.Monolith (2017)This 2016 B-list film may have slipped under your radar, and that’s probably where it should stay. It speculates on the future implications of one of the oldest car problems: locking your keys in your car. In the movie, a mother is locked out of her futuristic vehicle after hitting a deer somewhere in the desert when her two-year-old son accidentally activates “vault mode” and becomes trapped inside. It has some heady moments — a child locked in a car on a hot day is a scary thought for any parent — but things get extra cringy when a starving coyote shows up. Just feed it the dead deer!Rubber (2010)Rather than an entire car wreaking havoc on humanity, Rubber focuses on one specific part of a vehicle — the tire — and turns the evil up to eleven. Yup, this is a movie about a wicked piece of rubber rolling around destroying anything that gets in its way. How, you ask? The tire has the ability to “look” at things and make them explode, and it explores everything from humans to cute little bunnies with its unique power. The movie, which debuted at Cannes in 2010 where it was positively received by critics, is positioned as satire, so the high-test camp is intentional. But that doesn’t make the eye-rolling it causes any less intense. Like, for example, when the tire watches a female character take a shower — shouldn’t it be attracted to rims, or maybe an air compressor? Getaway (2013)A former racer played by Ethan Hawke and a would-be car thief brought laboriously to life by Selena Gomez get caught up in a Speed- and Taken-style mashup with the highjacking of a Shelby Mustang and an evil voice played by Jon Voight directing them to do all sorts of naughty things with the muscle car. They run red lights, smash into public spaces and don’t develop any sort of character or plot value along the way, prompting one Rotten Tomatoes reviewer to quip “Like a shark, the film struggles to stay alive when motionless.” Boss Shelby, tho.Cars 2 (2011)We’re just gonna say it: Your six-year-old has terrible taste in film. Owen Wilson, Larry the Cable Guy, Michael Caine and more big stars lend their well-known voices to the computer-generated characters in a story that marries Grand Prix racing and international espionage. But all the star-power in the world couldn’t rescue this sequel-that-never-should-have-been from being rated as the worst Pixar movie ever made. And yet they still made a Cars 3!Still, if it’s the only thing you’ve got to slide into the rear-seat entertainment system, by all means. Christine (1983)Produced by John Carpenter of Halloween fame, and based on the book of the same name by American horror great Stephen King, the movie does a great job of portraying 1950s teenage life, but is less effective at making and keeping audiences frightened of the possessed 1958 Plymouth Fury named Christine, or the angsty teenage boy who becomes captivated by it. We’re sure it was more of a nail-biter when it came out in the early ’80s, but today it’s pure camp. Gone In 60 Seconds (2000)There are few ‘bad movie roundups’ that don’t include at least one of the works from the deep and murky pool that is Nicolas Cage’s IMDB page. In this heist film starring Cage alongside Angelina Jolie – which is actually a remake of a 1974 film – a car thief (played by Nic Cage) is forced to come out of retirement to go on a stealing spree in order to save his brother’s life. It had a few decent car chases, and you might learn a thing or two about cars and what it takes to crush/steal them, but ultimately the movie falls short of the expectations set by its big budget and major players. Better than a stick in the eye, but only if it’s really
Origin: These are the cringiest car movies of all time
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