Wheels: An Auto Show for the Raddest Cars of the ’80s and ’90s

Nostalgia mixes with tape decks at RADwood that aims to capture "the essence of a bodacious era."

View in browser|nytimes.com Continue reading the main story December 21, 2021 The Wheels newsletter is delivered monthly. The next one will appear on Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2022. Carlos Jaramillo for The New York Times Wheels An Auto Show for the Raddest Cars of the '80s and '90s Nostalgia mixes with tape decks and car phones at RADwood events that aim to capture "the essence of a bodacious era." By Mercedes Lilienthal Continue reading the main story ADVERTISEMENT Bryan Derballa for The New York Times Wheels Rivian's Electric Truck Is a Cutie and a Beast The R1T can haul five tons, conquer brutal off-road trails and sprint to 60 miles an hour in a blink. And about that Camp Kitchen tucked inside … By Lawrence Ulrich Alex Pantling/Getty Images A Controversy Lingers, but a Driver Holds Firm: 'We Won It on Track' Max Verstappen knew his chances of beating Lewis Hamilton for the Formula 1 championship were slim. But he is ready to accept the trophy despite protests by Mercedes. By Tariq Panja Roger Kisby for The New York Times Wheels The Car Key of the Future (Is Still in Your Pocket) They're in fobs or on phones, and digital or "smart," and they can do far more than just open doors and start the engine. By Stephen Williams Caitlin O'Hara for The New York Times Wheels German Accent, Italian Flair: How Audi Taught Lamborghini Quality Eye-popping prices and horsepower were matched with reliability after Audi stepped in to buy the maker of exotic sports cars. A ride in the Huracán erases all doubts. By Jim Resnick Continue reading the main story ADVERTISEMENT NEWS Ford and Rivian no longer plan to work jointly on electric vehicles. Ford remains an investor, but its own E.V. development plans have progressed since the partnership was announced. By Neal E. Boudette Bob Bondurant, Car Racer Who Tutored Actors on the Track, Dies at 88 After a racetrack accident put him in the hospital, he pivoted to open a driving school, where his students included Paul Newman, Tom Cruise and Christian Bale. By Richard Sandomir Ford Moves to Ensure Supply of Chips and Guide Their Design The automaker will team with GlobalFoundries on producing and developing semiconductors, crucial parts that have been in short supply. By Neal E. Boudette and Don Clark Safety agency says it is looking into Tesla video games that can be played while moving. "We are aware of driver concerns and are discussing the feature with the manufacturer," the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said in a statement. By Neal E. Boudette Volkswagen's C.E.O. keeps his job, but loses some responsibilities. Herbert Diess, who angered workers by mentioning the possibility of job cuts, will hand over some authority to a deputy. By Melissa Eddy G.M.'s electric vehicle efforts reportedly include a bigger presence in Michigan. The company will make electric pickups at an existing plant and batteries at a factory built with a partner, a person with knowledge of the plan said. By Neal E. Boudette Continue reading the main story Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Wheels from The New York Times. To stop receiving these emails, unsubscribe or manage your email preferences. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018