Welcome

We’re exactly four weeks into the new year. Across the country, winter is freezing pipes, canceling flights, and reminding everyone who’s in charge. Here? It’s 75 degrees, sunny, and business as usual. Perspective helps.

Industry News

Tesla Moves On From the S and X

Tesla just threw a curveball at the car world: after more than a decade on the road, the Model S and Model X are getting “honorable discharges” with production ending in the second quarter of 2026. These were once the halo rides that proved electric cars could be fast, luxurious, and exciting — but demand has fallen off a cliff, and Tesla is ready to pivot.

Instead of building premium sedans and SUVs, the Fremont factory that once churned them out will be retooled for something very different: Optimus humanoid robots and other autonomy tech. Elon Musk says this is all part of moving into what he calls an autonomous future — and yes, they’re aiming for robot production in the millions.

So what dies, and what lives on? Model 3 and Model Y sales still dominate the lineup, while the Cybertruck, Roadster and future robotaxi ambitions get the spotlight. It’s a symbolic — and borderline surreal — shift from building luxury EVs to chasing the sci-fi dream of robots and self-driving fleets.

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Other News

• Toyota teases new off-road SUV with a blocky silhouette, likely to replace the Highlander. Read More

• Hyundai recalls over 41,000 vehicles due to faulty digital instrument displays.  Read More

• Take a look at the all-new flagship sedan, 2027 Mercedes-Benz S-Class. “Same same, but different.” Read More

Fast Lane

Quick Entertainment

Take a break to enjoy these interesting clips from this past week:

• Look: At these photos from the Tokyo Auto Salon 2026.

• Watch: The reviews are out on the new Honda Prelude

Local Listings

Because who doesn’t like looking at cars they shouldn’t (or can’t) buy.

Top Pick of the Week: 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT-R

Price: $124,998 Milage: 25,643
One of the best sports cars of the past decade—setting multiple lap records while delivering the soundtrack of a V8 and a surprisingly refined, comfortable interior. Contact Dealer→

Other Listings:

• 2016 Bentley Flying Spur | $63,995 | Event Motoring

• 2021 Mazda Miata “Club Package” | $30,900 | Precious Metals

Have a cool car for sale? Email us at [email protected] to get listed.

What’s Happening

Saturday, January 31

• Bonita Cars & Coffee, 6am-9am

• Carlsbad Cars & Coffee, 7am-9am

• Point Loma Cars & Coffee, 7:30am-10am

• Rancho Santa Fe Cars & Coffee, 8am-12pm

• South OC Cars & Coffee, 9am-11am

Sunday, February 1

• Sunday Funday Cars & Coffee, 7:30am-10am

• Escondido Cars & Coffee, 8am-12pm

Have an event coming up? Let us know at [email protected] to be featured!

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Final Thoughts

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Stay tuned, and keep the spark alive!