USMC F-35B's combat-ready status waiting on commandant's signature
With the signature of the USMC commandant, the F-35B will become fully operational, and the Corps will start ramp up training of pilots and maintenance crews.
Brandon Turkus
Contributor, Autoblog
A longtime automotive enthusiast, Brandon Turkus’ inauspicious beginnings in the industry (he was fired from his first car-related job at an exotic car dealer) have grown into a nearly 10-year career. During that time, he’s done everything from scheduling and delivering the same cars you see reviewed on Autoblog, to reviewing and photographing cars for Winding Road as Fleet Manager and Online Editor. Turkus is a keen amateur photographer and a fan of odd British roadsters and French hatchbacks.
Are old airbags killers?
NHTSA has opened an investigation into the airbag inflators of a second supplier, amid concerns that age may be playing a part in reports of bad inflators.
2016 Lexus IS gets revised engine lineup
Lexus has adjusted the IS lineup, dropping the 2.5-liter V6 and adding a new, 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder and a detuned version of the 3.5-liter V6.
F1 2015 Quick Play
While it continues to get the racing right, F1 2015 lacks the sort of depth that allows other sports games to truly ensnare players.
Mitsubishi ending US production
Mitsubishi will be shutting down production and selling its Normal, IL factory, where it currently builds the Outlander Sport crossover.
British Royal Navy ship tests 3D-printed UAV
The successful launch of a 3D-printed UAV from the deck of a ship signals a new age in the use of drones, allowing vessels to build their own recon craft.
GM nets $1.1B profit in second quarter
General Motors hauled in a dandy $1.1 billion in net income during its second quarter, on the back of $1.1 billion in "special items," the company revealed.
USS The Sullivans suffers minor damage, no injuries in missile mishap
A slight accident during a planned missile test damaged a US Navy destroyer yesterday, setting off a small fire near the ship's helicopter deck.
Porsche, Jaguar continue dominance in 2015 JD Power APEAL study
JD Power's latest APEAL Study hasn't changed much on the premium side, although Mini is the new champ for non-premium brands, besting Hyundai.
British Royal Air Force fighter inventory to hit lowest level since 1918
The British Royal Air Force is preparing to retire some 77 percent of its fighter fleet, bringing its inventory down to the lowest level since its founding.
Apple picks up former FCA quality boss Doug Betts
Apple is bolstering its automotive expertise, bringing in former FCA quality executive Doug Betts as part of its operations team.
Audi Q1 captured wearing production metal for first time
Audi's testing of the new Q1 mini crossover has moved into testing production bodies, as captured by our trusty spy photographers.
Dodge Challenger Hellcat X is 805-hp worth of charity [w/video]
A mere $3 could win you a twin-charged, 805-hp Dodge Challenger Hellcat. If that isn't enough to tempt you, you could also score a 1970 Challenger 440 R/T.
2016 Hyundai Tucson First Drive [w/video]
Hyundai doubles down on crossovers with the third-generation Tucson. We put it to the test in Minnesota.
Lockheed Martin acquires helo manufacturer Sikorsky in $9B deal
Lockheed Marin is set to dramatically expand its reach in the helicopter market, with the purchase of Sikorsky Aircraft, manufacturer of the UH-60 Blackhawk.
Marussia F1 driver Jules Bianchi dead at 25
Jules Bianchi has died following severe head injuries suffered during a crash at the 2014 Japanese Grand Prix, his family confirmed today.
Blue Angel sends tents flying with low altitude flyby
A flyby from the legendary Blue Angels went just a bit wrong when the blast from one of the jets sent tents and umbrellas flying on a Florida beach.
2016 Kia Soul EV gets $2k-cheaper base model
Kia has updated its Soul EV range, adding the new entry-level EV-e trim, which reportedly slashes the price by some $2,000 before incentives.
Nissan bringing Qashqai, Rogue hybrid to US
Nissan will expand Rogue production by 100,000 units by enlisting the help of its Kyushu, Japan factory, while also adding a hybridized model.
Pentagon may rethink F-35 procurement strategy
Automatic spending caps may force the US government to curb its $400B acquisition program for the F-35 and trimming total JSF fleet down from nearly 2,500.
Chevy, Kid Rock in Confederate flag row with civil rights group
Civil rights activists are taking aim at Chevrolet for continuing its sponsorship of Kid Rock's summer tour, after the rocker defended the Confederate flag.
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