Category: Features

The latest feature articles about the automotive aftermarket from THE SHOP.

Polestar O2 Concept Imagines Future of Sportscars

Polestar, the all-electric performance car brand, has revealed a new concept car, the Polestar O2, that reimagines the future of sports roadsters for the electric age. “Polestar O2 is the hero car for our brand,” comments Thomas Ingenlath, Polestar CEO. “It opens the door to our secret chamber of future potential. This is a taste… Continue reading Polestar O2 Concept Imagines Future of Sportscars

Limited Series Corvette to Celebrate Callaway Cars Partnership

For the 2022 model year, Callaway Cars and Chevrolet have announced a limited-production RPO “PCY” Corvette designated the “B2K 35th Anniversary Package,” which celebrates the anniversary of the Callaway Corvette partnership. The 35-year partnership commenced in 1987, with RPO B2K assigned to specially manufactured twin-turbo Corvettes. Each element of this limited series has been designed… Continue reading Limited Series Corvette to Celebrate Callaway Cars Partnership

‘Testang’ Shows What’s Possible with Performance EV Swaps

The possibilities regarding performance EV swaps continue to grow, as shown by a recent successful Mustang transplant by AEM EV. The EV controls arm of AEM Performance Electronics, AEM EV started with a 2007 Ford Mustang GT, added AEM and other aftermarket parts and swapped in a Tesla Large Drive Unit (LDU) to remake it… Continue reading ‘Testang’ Shows What’s Possible with Performance EV Swaps

Toyota Adds Corolla Crossover to Lineup

Toyota has revealed its newest compact crossover vehicle in the entry SUV segment, the 2022 Corolla Cross, the automaker announced. Aiming to build on the Corolla sedan’s reputation for dependability and great fuel efficiency ratings, the Corolla Cross is equipped with amenities and features that mirror the sedan. “The interior is definitely inspired by the… Continue reading Toyota Adds Corolla Crossover to Lineup

Mercedes-AMG Unveils All-Electric Performance Sedan

Mercedes-AMG has unveiled a new, all-electric performance sedan, the EQE. The vehicle is outfitted with AMG-specific solutions – particularly in the areas of drive, suspension, brakes, sound, exterior and interior design, and equipment, the German automaker said. The new Mercedes-AMG EQE offers a performance-oriented drive concept with two electric motors. The electric drivetrain (eATS), with… Continue reading Mercedes-AMG Unveils All-Electric Performance Sedan