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Is Insurance Included with Jetski Curacao Rentals? Jetskiing in Curacao is an exciting way to explore the island’s crystal-clear waters and scenic coastline. Before booking, many visitors ask, “Is insurance included with Jetski Curacao rentals?” Understanding the insurance coverage offered by rental operators is essential for a safe and worry-free adventure, especially for first-time riders
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Midsize SUVs try to do it all for the lowest price, and the 2025 Kia Telluride is a prime choice for those who want to squeeze three rows into a stylish SUV. Midsize family vehicles are more versatile than their compact counterparts, yet still arguably more versatile than full-size SUVs, so it’s not surprising that
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Volkswagen is about to spend a boatload of cash in hopes that it will be able to save four boatloads of money. The investment will be a $1.2 billion spend on AI, part of an effort to use learning models in every part of its operations, from IT to industrial and engineering. The goal is
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Ford’s EcoBoost family of engines have come a long way since they were first introduced about 15 years ago. Naturally aspirated engines were so 2000 and late. Buyers now wanted performance, fuel economy, and robustness out of their powerplants, and Ford felt it had cracked the code when it introduced the 3.5-liter EcoBoost engine into
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American tariffs on new vehicles are costing automakers billions of dollars. At the IAA show in Munich this week, the head of the Volkswagen Group said that tariffs have cost it an amount that is higher than the GDP of some surprisingly big countries. The costs include direct tariffs as well as cut sales. Blume
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Car prices have been increasing, and there are several reasons for this. Blame it on inflation, tariff woes, or even just your typical year-on-year price hikes, but the options for vehicles you can buy near the $20,000 mark aren’t aplenty. In fact, as of April of this year, the average transaction price for new cars
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The six-cylinder engine has long been the sweet spot of the automotive industry, as it can be engineered to offer a great blend of performance, refinement, and fuel economy. Two fewer cylinders also make it cheaper to produce, and thanks to forced induction, the power of many six-cylinder engines can equal or exceed that of
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Manual transmissions have become an endangered species, and today, they are almost exclusively found in enthusiast-focused models. Exciting machines, such as rock crawlers, rally-inspired sedans, hot hatches, and cutting-edge supercars, still offer a three-pedal setup in front of the driver’s seat. While not all manual transmissions are created equal, we still appreciate every last one.
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Some may remember the Hyundai Excel, an apologetic and shy subcompact car from the mid-1980s which, at just under $5,000, was as cheap as they come. The Excel was the Korean OEM’s attempt to break into the bullish U.S. market and, as it turned out, was far from an auspicious debut. Yes, the Excel sold
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While most people hold onto their cars for less than a decade, and most vehicles get scrapped when it’s no longer financially viable to keep repairing them and swapping parts, for some people a car is a lifelong companion, accompanying them through the decades and accumulating mileage that most cars on the road will never
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The Ford Maverick has been around since 2021, and it has since redefined the compact pickup truck segment. This segment, for interest’s sake, has been on the back burner since waning into near-nothingness since the early 2000s. But since the Maverick’s re-entry, people have sat up and reconsidered their purchase, debating whether they were, in
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Ford Europe just revealed a version of the Ford Ranger that looks so much cooler than what we get in the USA – and it’s got more torque than the V8-powered F-150 Lobo.
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The return of the iconic Acura Integra nameplate a couple of years ago had everyone excited, and it was mostly met with positive reviews. Some claimed it was a little underwhelming, taking the basic Acura design language from the rest of the lineup and adopting it to a slightly more curvy and sporty liftback sedan
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Toyota engines have become well-known for their reliability over the last few decades, with many still driving in excellent condition today. One such reliable powertrain found in Toyota’s small pickup trucks and the 4Runner in the United States is its 2.7-liter inline-four-cylinder. Not every 2.7L Toyota engine is the same, though. Toyota Founded August 28,
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Call us old-timers, but we remember when you could buy a Whopper for less than two bucks. Now, the burger alone starts at $7 with no fries and no Coke. If that’s not a sign of a troubled American economy, we don’t know what is. On the occasion some good news breaks through the doom
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Despite being synonymous for parking-friendly city cars with just two seats and a one-box shape, the current Smart lineup looks a lot less distinctive these days – a sea of compact crossovers with rounded styling and Mercedes-esque headlights. That may change in late 2026 when the company introduces the #2, which, as its name suggests,
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Automotive history is full of what-ifs. What if General Motors had bought Ford back in the early 20th Century? What if Ford had bought Ferrari in the 1960s? What if the DeLorean had been a hit and the company had gone on to produce the tractors and sedans the brand had in mind? It’s fun
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In the late 1990s and early 2000s, a whole world of relatively affordable sports cars existed, and Toyota sought to establish a bigger name for itself in the performance sphere. The MKIV Supra was on another level and had a price point that pushed it out of the realm of affordability for most buyers. You
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Quick Links Two Big Performers And Two Different Philosophies Performance And Driving Dynamics Tesla and Hyundai are emerging as the real heavyweights in the high-performance EV crossover world. With the latest Model Y Performance and the Ioniq 5N, these dual-motor, all-wheel-drive vehicles now have acceleration figures that you would once only get from exotic supercars.
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Automakers typically have multiple reasons for rolling out a concept car, and sometimes one of those reasons is to preview an upcoming production model. Without any regulations or market demands to meet, designers have the freedom to push boundaries, experiment with bold proportions, and test the waters with elements never intended for mass production. This
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Like most auto manufacturers, Ford loves getting stuck into developing special versions of its historic models to celebrate their birthdays. There are few more recognizable and heritage-filled Ford models than the Bronco, which has been produced by the marque on and off since the mid-1960s. It may have changed drastically in several ways since its
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When shopping for a small SUV, two-seat sports car, or nimble hatchback, many buyers might think of Subaru, the brand built around exploration and, in Subaru’s own words, love. Oftentimes, these positive associations and brand image lead to people not wanting to give these cars up, meaning the used Subaru market is red-hot with used
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The retro SUV has found a new rhythm in the last few years, having been ultra-popular in the mid to late 20th century. While the venerable Jeep Wrangler enjoyed the market for itself for multiple decades, Ford resurrected its legendary Bronco in 2021, and Volkswagen is bringing back the historic Scout name in 2027 for
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Cars typically depreciate until their value drops so low that it often makes more sense to scrap them rather than sink money into repairs the next time a mechanical issue arises. However, whether it’s nostalgia, currency devaluation, buyers tired of ever-increasing technology in cars, or simply a combination of factors, some vehicles from the 2000s
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Is there an American car more mythologized than the pink Cadillac? From Aretha Franklin’s Freeway of Love to Bruce Springsteen’s Pink Cadillac to the film of the same name starring Clint Eastwood, the pink Cadillac is like a rolling metaphor for the American Dream in the middle of the 20th Century. It’s a living testament
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Believe or not, but Americans have a fondness for Japanese vehicles, and Mazda and Subaru stand out as brands that offer reliable and versatile vehicles. Both automakers come to market with different approaches, yet aim to draw customers in with honest vehicles underpinned by uniqueness. For Mazda, its “zoom-zoom” philosophy focuses on a premium experience
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There are plenty of words you could use to describe the first-gen Jaguar XJ-S, a 12-cylinder British-built muscle car launched right in the middle of the malaise era. The nice way to describe it may be “misguided.” In defense of the XJ-S, it’s a good-looking car, and 7.6 seconds was a really good 0-60 time
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The 2026 Porsche Macan Electric is now available to order with US deliveries set to begin in spring 2026. Sales of this model are starting to slow down, and Porsche is already considering bringing back a gas-powered crossover in 2028. To keep the Macan Electric selling, Porsche gave it a few key updates for the
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Koenigsegg’s nearly-2,300-horsepower four-seat hypercar doesn’t need any extra performance, but with a new F10 Package, Koenigsegg is giving it more downforce for better handling.
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Small SUVs are all the rage in today’s market. Their small size makes them a top pick for those who value space-saving, while their slightly lifted ride height offers extra capabilities. While the majority of these small SUVs offer front-wheel-drive at the entry-point to their ranges, they all have the option to add all-wheel drive
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In recent years, V8 engines have been dropping like flies from mainstream applications where they were once popular. These powerplants have largely replaced the new and more modern downsized turbo and hybrid engine options. The Toyota Sequoia’s V8 engine is gone, as is the Infiniti QX80’s. Ford no longer sells you a V8-powered SUV either.
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The Lexus RX is the most important model in the brand’s lineup – and with a few updates for 2026, buyers can now get a plug-in hybrid model for much cheaper than before.
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Hyundai’s next Elantra has just been spotted on the road in the US. The eighth-generation compact sedan is expected to be all-new, and it’s showing it even with all of this camouflage. CarBuzz spy photographers caught an Elantra prototype in public, giving us our first look at the forthcoming model. Even the new roofline is
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Once upon a time, the rear-wheel-drive V8 sedan was the king of the road in the United States. Before the days of SUVs, minivans, and crossovers, the full-frame sedan was the transportation of choice for virtually every family in America. Some of these big four-doors were luxury-oriented, and Cadillac was the crème de la crème
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Hyundai, much like Toyota, has offered sports cars on and off over the past few decades, but the automaker’s early forays into the segment were rather tame. Models like the Scoupe and Tiburon of the 1990s and early naughts looked the part but didn’t quite deliver on serious sports car performance. These vehicles were styled
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With SUVs being so popular on US roads in 2025, manufacturers have poured millions of dollars into ensuring their portfolios of these particular models are stout against their rivals. They exist in a range of different variations, from compact to full-size luxury SUVs, to sports-focused coupe-style variants. The same goes for their powerplants, with some
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2025’s fastest-selling cars are dominated by family vehicles, with Toyota and Lexus taking up a majority of the list. It’s harder to spot a pattern when you look at a top-ten list of the year’s slowest-selling cars. You’ll find everything from luxury cars to budget models, covering segments as wide-ranging as electric SUVs and sports
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If you live in Japan, then we Americans have a new reason to envy you. Mitsubishi just revealed its 2026 Delica Mini (and mechanically related eK Space), and the super-compact, ruggedized minivan just might be the cutest thing the automaker has ever produced – far more adorable than our market’s Outlander Sport. Going on sale
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Though their popularity may have dwindled and shrunk amidst the continuous rise of crossovers and SUVs, hot hatchbacks have always held a very important place in enthusiasts’ hearts. Given how hot hatches are made up of high-performance parts that, despite strenuous tests, can fail, there is the belief that these high-octane cars are not as
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One of the biggest criticisms heaved upon modern SUVs is that they aren’t innovative enough. Designs have become increasingly homogenous, with a focus on comfort and efficiency above all else. It’s not entirely a bad thing, as the situation means you can walk into just about any dealership and find a compelling, polished product. However,
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Quick Links Quick Facts About The 2006 Lincoln Town Car The 2006 Lincoln Town Car’s Detailed Specs & Features The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) was first founded back in 1970. At the time, the United States government was looking for a way to standardize automotive safety regulations, while also working to reduce the
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Volvo is trimming its American lineup, getting rid of wgons and sedans to focus on crossovers.
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Cheap cables, discounted home goods, and now used cars? Rental car giant Hertz has just announced that it will be adding its used vehicles to Amazon Autos, putting its previously-enjoyed used cars, trucks, and SUVs up for grabs alongside products like, well, just about everything. Amazon isn’t exactly new to the auto industry. Beyond every
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The 2026 Acura Integra is getting a little more expensive, but the upgrades are almost certainly worth the slight upcharge. Now starting at $33,400 in base form (before the $1,195 destination charge that matches last year), the slick little five-door is only $400 more expensive, a reasonable increase considering it nets a larger infotainment display,
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Working for a brand like Lamborghini is a designer’s dream, getting to design angular works of art that go 200 miles per hour. At this year’s Monterey Car Week, the Raging Bull revealed its latest “Few-Off” supercar called the Lamborghini Fenomeno, which is based on the Revuelto and follows models like the Veneno, Centenario, and
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Automotive interior design today seems mostly focused on electronics. Companies are obsessed with having the largest, brightest screens, and the most whiz-bang interfaces, from voice to gesture controls. That’s not to say that there isn’t room for improvement with other parts of the interior. Some folks at Bentley, turned their attention to what’s usually one
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The Honda Pilot is known for being a great family car with plenty of interior space. Most model years have the Honda dependability you can expect, but 2016 Honda Pilot problems are a bigger deal than most. This model year of the Pilot has faced some serious recalls and a huge number of complaints from
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The Mustang Dark Horse puts three pedals and 500 free-spinning horsepower on tap at an appetizing price point, especially for fans of an all-motor V8 experience that’ll go down in history as one of the all-time best. There’s also the all-new Dodge Charger for 2026, available with two or four doors as it takes the
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It’s been 125 years since one of the auto industry’s most celebrated designers filed a patent for a device that would become a central characteristic of the modern car to this very day. Even today’s most advanced Mercedes-Benz, the One, wouldn’t be possible without the effective cooling of its combustion engine, which has been a
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Do you remember when the Tesla Cybertruck was first getting ready to hit the market back in 2023, and you had to pay a reservation fee to be added to the waiting list? Some people actually made a tidy profit buying and flipping reservations (or to put it less politely, “scalping”), with eBay listings for
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In the United States, the Ford Escort was never a particularly exciting vehicle. While there were sporty versions of it, none of them moved the needle much in comparison to other compact performance cars at the time. Meanwhile, Europe got several lively versions of the Escort, such as the RS models. The Welsh company MST
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Hyundai has patented a new solid-state battery technology that uses copper, which could represent a significant step forward in SSB technology and may signify the end of lithium dependence.
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Dodge, is bringing the V8 back with a vengeance, starting with the 2026 Durango lineup, where the engine is now the only power unit on offer. When the three-row midsize SUV reaches dealerships later this year, buyers will have three different V8 engines to choose from, with outputs climbing past 700 horsepower. One of them
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BMW wants you to remember that it still makes three versions of the 8 Series, and so it is launching a new special edition. The new car is called the Edition M Heritage, and while that name is a reference to the five classic paint shades BMW will offer, some might see it as a
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Like most automotive manufacturers, Jeep has sunk its teeth into a wide range of different concept cars during its history. Some were penned to illustrate to the public where the future of its models was headed, while others were brought alive to give its talented designers and engineers some air to breathe, even if just
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Shelby American just reminded everyone at Monterey Car Week that America is the home of muscle cars. Behold the 850-plus horsepower follow-up to the already-blisteringly quick Shelby Super Snake. Built atop the top trim Ford Mustang Dark Horse, the latest Shelby is called the Super Snake-R. Aside from extra power to the heavily-modded engine, it’s
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The US EPA has declared it will not be seeking to extend the Clean Air Vehicle Decal program that allowed EVs access to the carpool lane in over a dozen states.
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Despite offering SUV models for a quarter-century at this point (happy 25th birthday, X5), BMW hasn’t really gotten in on the off-roading game like Mercedes-Benz does with its G-Class SUV. That may soon change, however, if a report in Automotive News is to be believed. The outlet claims that the German automaker most famous for
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While Jaguar’s rebrand and “Copy Nothing” campaign at the end of last year looked like it was desperately handed over to an expensive marketing agency that told an intern to go look at Benetton’s advertising in the 1990s, incoming CEO P.B. Balaji is ignoring the critics. Instead, on an earnings call, the next Jaguar CEO
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American highway etiquette is fairly straightforward. Faster traffic uses the left or “passing” lane for overtaking. Slower traffic keeps to the far right lane. Occasionally, there are issues with “left lane campers” – potentially but not necessarily driving Subaru Foresters – who drive slowly in the left lane. Beyond being annoying, this can cause a
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The latest generation of the Infiniti QX80 launched as the brand’s flagship luxury SUV for the 2025 model year with an all-new styling direction, platform, and powertrain. The latest QX80 competes with the latest versions of established competitors like the Cadillac Escalade, Lexus LX, and Lincoln Navigator. In its second year on sale, a new
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Quick Links The Company Behind The Geneva: A History Of Bufori The Malaysian Automotive Industry: An Overview Paying homage to eras gone by is a favorite pastime of the automotive industry. From retro-inspired concept cars to updated versions of beloved classics, the allure of nostalgia is strong among car enthusiasts. One example of this is
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Quick Links How We Lost The Art Of The American Roadtrip When Nissan pitched us for a weekend getaway with access to travel and financial experts to talk to, I had already been thinking about the subject of road trips. The American road trip has become a bit of a lost art. And that’s despite
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We’ve highlighted the guys at Garage 54 a few times for some of their craziest builds and bizarre engineering experiments. With all due respect to the American tuners and hot-rodders squeezing extra horsepower out of crate engines and used Ford Mustangs, these Russian maniacs building whole engines out of chainsaws and screwdrivers, or swapping their
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For nearly as long as cars have been around, American automakers have stood at the forefront of building large engines, typically boasting eight cylinders arranged in a “V” configuration. Nothing screams “USA, USA!” more than a loud, large, and home-brewed V8 engine living under the hood of some a muscle car or pickup truck. Even
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Vintage trucks are big business, and Velocity Modern Classics is expanding further into the space with its new lineup based on the “Dentside” Ford F-Series sold between 1973 and 1979. The company revealed its first three examples of the sixth-gen F-Series – a 1973 F-100, a 1977 F-150, and a 1977 F-250 – showing a
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Ford is about to make a massive EV announcement. Ford CEO Jim Farley likened the news to a “Model T moment” in a nod to the massive success of that car 100 years ago. But before that happens, it seems other EV plans are getting shuffled around. Amid the new stuff coming next week, reports
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At more than 15 years old, the Dodge Durango is over halfway through a life sentence. But that’s not stopping Tim Kuniskis and the SRT team from staging an escape. The (deep breath) 2026 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat Jailbreak is here, and it has a name even longer than its rap sheet. For the record,
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Bentley’s coachbuilding revival continues. The automaker’s Mulliner division, which can build you almost any Bentley-based model your heart desires, has just completed the first Batur convertible. The stunning ultra-limited car somehow manages to be both bold and subtle at the same time. Its orange accents deliver just the right amount of visual pop, while the
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The next Infiniti Monograph concept is just around the corner, this time previewing what we think will be a midsize, coupe-like crossover. The company confirmed it would be bringing three different SUV concepts, one of which is called the QX65 Monograph, to The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering on August 15 during next week’s festivities on
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One of the ongoing fights in the car industry is between US states and automakers over the automakers being allowed to sell cars directly to consumers. This hasn’t been a particularly large problem for legacy car companies that have large established dealer networks. However, many new companies have gone to a direct-sales model to avoid
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If you’re considering buying a new Mazda CX-30 or any other car from the enthusiastic Japanese brand, it might behoove you to make two small alterations to your plans. First, wait until September 1, when the company activates its new, six-year/100,000-mile warranty (whichever comes first), and second, move to the United Kingdom, where the warranty
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The Ford Maverick is in the middle of its fourth model year on the market, and surprisingly, it still has just one direct competitor: the Hyundai Santa Cruz. We say that it’s surprising because the Maverick keeps selling in strong numbers. Ford delivered more than 130,000 of them last year, almost three times the number
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The pickup truck is a symbol of America’s automotive history. One of the most popular types of vehicles among American drivers, the humble pickup has grown by leaps and bounds over the decades, going from a utilitarian workhorse on construction sites and farms to a beloved daily driver. While they have been putting in an
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Volkswagen was rumored late last decade to be developing an electric sports car, but for reasons known only to the automaker, the project never materialized and VW instead focused on higher-volume EVs like the ID.4 compact crossover. If we had to hazard a guess, high development costs combined with low projected demand were likely the
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When it comes to getting your hands on a practical runaround, some form of small or medium-sized hatchback is a popular choice. Unlike traditionally popular sedans, which feature a separate loading area that features a trunk lid that lifts on its own without the rear window and protrudes behind the main cabin, hatchbacks instead have
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In decades past, US manufacturers were the kings of offering plush land yachts that were more relaxing to drive than spending a weekend at a high-end spa. Cadillacs and Lincolns from the mid-20th century came with immensely relaxing rides, comfy cabins, and tons of equipment that made them feel more like rolling palaces than cars.
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What makes a great base model is when you get the same sharp styling and strong performance as the more expensive trims, but without all the overpriced and often unnecessary features. A good base model gives you the core experience of a vehicle – like how it looks and drives – without the extra cost.
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Unlike Ford, Tesla recalls are few and far between, and most of the time, owners don’t need to visit service centers to get their EVs. Just connect the vehicle to the internet, and that should fix the problem through OTA updates. However, a new recall for the 2026 Tesla Model Y is an exception; this
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Park-assist doesn’t feel like it should be possible, right? It feels like technology from the future. Sensors and cameras so your car can tell you exactly how far you are from the cars in front of you and behind you, down to a fraction of a centimeter? And that’s not even getting into the automatic
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You remember last year when all those Waymo cars got jammed up in a car park, and they woke up half of San Francisco honking their horns at each other until the crack of dawn? It was one of those incidents that really brings a country together in shared laughter, or at least, everyone who
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Nissan is a brand that has seen its highs and lows throughout the years, with it currently being in one of its lowest points ever. Currently, facing bankruptcy at the time of writing, Nissan is trying to weather the storm with a range of new models and platform sharing. One of the first models to
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Sports cars come in all shapes and sizes these days. Whether you want V8-powered sedans, hot hatches and, of course, the wide variety of coupes and convertibles we know and love. However, a quintessential aspect of some of the most fun sports cars is a mid-mounted engine. Manufacturers like Porsche and Lotus make some of
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While not usually as ear-pleasing as the conventional V12 engine or as commanding as the twin-turbocharged V8 engines we’ve seen in some of Hennessey’s Venom F5 models, the humble four-cylinder has been the core of some of our most beloved vehicles ever made. 2008 Honda S2000 Roadster Engine 2.2L Inline-4 Gas Drivetrain Rear-Wheel Drive Transmission
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For Ferrari, the parade of new models is endless. The company is constantly churning out special editions, new variants, and every few years, brand-new vehicles. Sometimes, the next variant is revealed even before production of the last one starts. Base Trim Engine 4.0L Twin-Turbo V8 Plug-in Hybrid Base Trim Transmission 8-Speed Automatic Base Trim Drivetrain
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The Jeep brand is synonymous with off-road ability and rugged performers, and the Grand Cherokee is one of our favorites in the stable. It’s a great blend of style and family-friendly practicality while also being able to complete trail pursuits and adventures. But the midsize SUV market has become increasingly saturated in recent years –
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GM’s L87 internal code for its 6.2-liter V8 engine is starting to look like a score, not a name. No, the number of lawsuits on the recalled engine isn’t up to 87 just yet. But the number is growing. Base Trim Engine 2.7L TurboMax I4 ICE Base Trim Transmission 8-speed automatic Base Trim Drivetrain Rear-Wheel
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Few vehicles combine performance, comfort, style, and advanced tech better for daily driving than a luxury sedan. However, luxury sedans can be one of the most challenging areas in the new car market to find value. New luxury sedans cost a hefty premium. A base model Mercedes S 500 4MATIC Sedan now starts at $117,750.
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The European Union and the United States reached a new trade agreement on tariffs over the weekend, which is expected to result in only modest increases in the cost of cars and auto parts imported from EU countries, like Porsches and Alfa Romeos. Much like the deal signed with Japan last week, this agreement lowers
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Car enthusiasts of a certain age may feel particularly dated by the following fact: the first two powerplants to mark BMW’s mass-market adoption of twin-turbo engines are about to start turning 20. Launching in the mid-2000s, BMW’s first mainstream twin-turbo engines were inline-six or V8 options that arrived in an era when automakers were building
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If you’re debating between a highly-proven second-generation Toyota Tundra and the all-new third-generation machine for your pickup truck dollars, you’re in the right place. In its day, a big-displacement V8 helped the Tundra take the fight to competitors like the F-150 and Sierra. The new Tundra is smarter and more powerful, having ditched the V8
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Sporty. Rare. Coupe. In the motoring world, these words can get enthusiasts excited. They hint at a car that promises to deliver the immersive and intoxicating driving experience we crave. For example, consider the Lexus LFA, a dedicated supercar that delivers on every level and deserves a place among the greats. The Lexus we are
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The Acura NSX is often remembered for delivering a level of refinement and everyday usability that made the exotic supercars of its time look like the product of a cottage industry in comparison. But it wasn’t the first supercar to do this. More than a decade prior, BMW achieved something similar with the M1 –
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In a masterful feat of vertical integration, Honda will now help its owners (and others) find and secure coverage for their assets. Honda Insurance Solutions is a licensed, 50-state agency that can write policies for cars and motorcycles from any manufacturer, as well as provide home, recreational vehicle, and even pet health. Powered by the
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Returning a vehicle at the end of a lease can be stressful. Not only are you on the clock to find a replacement, but unless you’ve paid for pricey extra coverage, you need to worry about getting charged for wear and damage. Base Trim Engine EV Base Trim Transmission 1-speed automatic Base Trim Drivetrain Rear-Wheel
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Despite the looming threat of tariffs (and possibly thanks to its made-in-USA roots in Indiana), the 2026 Subaru Ascent will see a very modest price increase that accompanies some minor trim changes and added standard features. Now starting at $40,795, the latest Ascent is $800 more expensive than the 2025 model, and despite the slightly
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Singer Vehicle Design may be known as the go-to company in the world of Porsche 911 restomods, but it isn’t the only leading name in town. Another is the UK’s Theon Design, which, like Singer, specializes in turning the 964-generation Porsche 911 into pieces of automotive art. Theon Design’s latest project is its most ambitious
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Since the Tesla Model Y was introduced to the brand’s lineup, the all-electric compact SUV has proven to be a popular choice and one of Tesla’s best-selling vehicles; at one point, it was also the best-selling car in the world. Part of why it has been so successful is that it has provided a more
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The GMC Canyon, along with its more mainstream cousin, the Chevrolet Colorado, was given a major redesign in 2023. It now comes with a more rugged look and a new, hardcore AT4X package for those who want to go off-roading with the premium midsize truck. The Canyon lineup continues on with this lineup, including the
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Lane discipline: It’s one of the many things that separates driving in the U.S. from driving in many other countries. Take to the highway in Germany, for example, and you’ll find that in general, the left lane is almost completely empty unless there’s heavy traffic or someone happens to be hitting top speed in a
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Probably the biggest reveal during the Goodwood Festival of Speed was that of Hyundai’s. The Korean marque has officially introduced the Ioniq 6 N, just in time for the 10th anniversary of the Hyundai N performance brand. It’s the seventh true N model and the first electric sedan in the performance range. Of course, among
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Properly sorted EVs are ridiculously quick. Electric motors produce maximum torque instantaneously, meaning if the powertrain controllers allow it (and the tires can withstand the abuse), even the heaviest EVs leap off the line with ferocity. That’s certainly the case with the Tesla Model S Plaid, which can accelerate to 60 miles per hour in
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We saw the X-Van Gear Concept – Toyota’s off-road minivan idea – at the Japan Mobility Show, and rumor has it that it may go into producion this year.
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Electric vehicles are improving all the time, with next-generation models from the likes of Toyota and Hyundai set to eclipse the 500-mile range benchmark thanks to the development of solid-state batteries. The batteries currently used in EVs are made from lithium-ion, which reduces peak range significantly, even if many new examples can reach around 300
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Overlanding has become quite a thing in recent times. Essentially, you get three levels of overlanding. Firstly, some folks go for the light version, preferring to stick to day trips. They use a 4WD with limited upgrades that can handle some mild gravel tracks. But no Rubicon Trail kind of shenanigans here, please. The ‘medium’
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Choice is one of the surest signs of a thriving economy, right? Only a healthy economy can support the risk-taking and niche segments that make a wide variety of buying options possible. And, when we’re not doing so hot, choice is one of the first things to go away. How many of your favorite cars
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When Honda took the Fit off the market, following the 2020 model year, it was still selling a respectable 35,000 units annually in its last couple years, but the official story has it that these sales weren’t meeting Honda’s expectations. The Fit sold nearly 50,000 units in 2017, and more than 56,000 units the year
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Faraday Future just revealed the first vehicle in its more attainable (read: cheaper) Faraday X lineup, called the FX Super One. Taking the form of a luxurious minivan, the FX Super One is stuffed with aspirational, somewhat gimmicky technology, including the imaginatively named Front AI Communication Ecosystem (F.A.C.E. for short), which displays your choice of
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The QX60 wasn’t always called the QX60 because it started as the JX35 before the brand reworked its naming scheme. By the end of the first generation’s production, it offered Infiniti’s latest safety, styling, and driver-assist technology. An initial sales surge and strong market reaction led to aggressive year-over-year updates in the mid-2010s, creating several
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A limited-edition 1993 Ford F-150 SVT Lightning with only 150 miles on the clock is up for auction on Bring A Trailer, and this pickup’s bid price has already risen to $66,000 with just over five days to go. The only items we can see missing are the original tires. However, 32-year-old tires sitting on
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The international automotive market is weird. You’re always reading about automakers developing cars for other countries and then not even selling them in their nations of origin, or rebadging a car under a hundred different names all over the world. For instance, did you know that Lexus wasn’t even sold in Japan early on? Toyota
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For various reasons, the manual transmission is all but extinct in 2025. Just a few automakers are sticking it out with three pedals for the fans this year, including Subaru with the manual-equipped 2025 WRX which is a lot of fun but not intended for much serious off-road use. If you’re looking to do some
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It’s no surprise that half of the best AWD Cars under $30k are Subaru models, since almost every model gets the automaker’s Symmetrical AWD system, including the cheapest Impreza. This is epecially true when considering the list of affordable cars with standard all-wheel drive is rather limited. However, you’re in luck, since Subaru’s cars already
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When young gearheads first get hold of their driving licenses and want to spread their wings, they might scour the classifieds for an affordable performance car. They may hunt for the usual suspects, such as the Volkswagen GTI, the Honda Civic Si, or Ford Focus ST, while overlooking an unassuming hero. One Nissan model in
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Toyota’s new hypercar showed up at Goodwood as a GT race car and a road-going concept. Here’s what we know about the interior.
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The electric vehicle (EV) revolution is in full swing, especially when it comes to SUVs. More than that, it is reshaping the way we view performance SUVs in 2025. Though still in small and limited numbers, SUVs are becoming electrified powerhouses, possessing insane speeds controlled by the latest in-vehicle technologies. With this in mind, we
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Pagani had a packed stand at this past weekend’s Goodwood Festival of Speed in the UK, but one of the automaker’s star models at the event was found elsewhere, on the stand of Lanzante, or more specifically, in Lanzante’s paddock of supercars running up the hill. The British motorsport and engineering outfit – and nascent
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Purchasing a classic car as an investment can be a dangerous business but equally a very lucrative one. The value of a particular model can spike at any moment, which can be disappointing when the model you want suddenly experiences a huge rise in worth before you can save enough to secure one at the
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Since last month, Tesla’s robotaxi service has already been out and about in Austin, Texas. Despite some issues with traffic laws – and the fact that the first robotaxis are just Tesla Model Y units that drive themselves (with human supervision), far from the Cybercab that has no steering wheel or pedals – Elon Musk
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If you’re searching in the ultra-luxury automotive sector, Rolls-Royce and Bentley may be vying for your attention. After all, these two British manufacturers represent the pinnacle in terms of craftsmanship, prestige, and exclusivity and each one can make a powerful play for your dollar. However, if you’d rather not buy new and would prefer a
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Slowly but surely, Americans are starting to adopt electric vehicles as they begin to look past some of the well-publicized worries about cost, range, and battery life. But just as they may be enjoying the benefits of EV ownership, here comes something else to be worried about. Tesla Tesla, Inc. is an American electric vehicle
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Quick Links 2025 Volkswagen Jetta GLI Most of Volkswagen’s models are affordable despite looking and feeling nicer than their prices may suggest. Even the cheapest model of 2025 is more than adequate for a budget car. In this world of constant inflation, price gauging, ridiculously unnecessary tariffs, and rent monopolies, it’s nice to know about
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The potential relationship between Nissan and Honda has taken more twists and turns in the last two years than an entire franchise of mystery movies. After repeated and repeatedly failed merger talks between the two companies, a new CEO at Nissan, and a never-ending rumor mill, things seemed to cool down. Now, it could be
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When Toyota set out to create the Land Cruiser, it had no idea it would turn into an icon. But eight generations and over 10 million Land Cruisers later, it stands high above countless other nameplates as a testament to quality, reliability, and capability. Build something great, and the buyers will come. What started as
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The Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 certainly shook the automotive world when it debuted with 1,064 horsepower. When the ZR1X arrived with its 1,250-hp hybrid powertrain, all doubts were erased about Corvette becoming a legit hypercar. But one question remained. Where’s the all-electric Corvette that Chevrolet hinted at back in the C8’s early days? Base Trim Engine
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From its modern interpretation in 2008 through to its culling in 2023, the Dodge Challenger stood out as a wild child. It didn’t care about lap times or EV (electric vehicle) mandates; it was Dodge’s way of going the opposite direction to what legislation dictated and required. The pinnacle of this rebellion was the SRT
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Kia’s plan to offer 15 EVs globally is under way – here’s when you can expect Kia’s rival to the Tesla Model Y to go on sale in North America
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It’s early July, which means car manufacturers have been releasing their Q2 2025 sales reports. The numbers are looking up for Ram V8s. Not as much for Kia EVs. Porsche reports a strong sales year thus far in the United States. Sales have increased 11.4% year-to-date, from a record Porsche sales year in 2024. A
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Ford’s legendary Escort Mk1 is receiving a brand-new, though very unofficial, lease on life courtesy of British motorsport-focused tuning firm, MST. The Wales-based company has confirmed that two reimagined versions of the Escort – one an homage to the 1968 Mk1, the other a tribute to the 1975 Mk2 – will be produced, limited to
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One of the lesser-known vehicle services Volvo offers its customers is armor protection. The company has been offering such vehicles since at least 2020, when it announced it would begin up-fitting the XC90. Volvo still offers bulletproof XC90s, and has since added the smaller XC60 to the line. To show how Volvo makes these SUVs
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Nissan is in talks with Taiwan’s Foxconn over a potential deal that could see Foxconn’s own electric vehicles built at an underutilized Nissan plant in Japan, according to a new report. Foxconn is best known as the contract manufacturer that builds iPhones for Apple and was previously linked with Nissan after the automaker’s merger talks
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Quick Links Detailed Specs & Features The Ferrari FF’s Successor Those of us in the US are especially aware of the death of the station wagon. If we turn back the clock a few decades, the station wagon was one of the most common sights on American roadways. One of the main reasons for this
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The phenomenon of automakers sharing parts is nothing new. Since the beginning of automotive history, engines and other components have been bought and sold, changing hands from one company to another to power models from other marques. Sometimes, however, the model and the engine it’s powered by make a very odd couple indeed. Whether it’s
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We’ve thrown around the term’ restomod’ quite a bit over the last few years, as there has been an influx of restomodding. Usually, when we see a new restomod unveiled to the world, it’s more often than not a reimagined Porsche. Related This Classic Rolls-Royce Phantom EV Restomod Laughs At Your Three-Row SUV It seats
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Quick Links Engine, Performance And Fuel Costs Predicted Ownership Costs Considering a full-sized, full-hybrid pickup truck in 2025? You’ve got just two choices: the Ford F-150 with PowerBoost engine, and the Toyota Tundra Hybrid with i-Force Max power under the hood. Both offer their respective automakers’ latest hybrid technology, with turbocharged V6 engines creating and
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Now that car shows are all but dead, it has fallen on festivals like the Goodwood Festival of Speed and Monterey Car Week to showcase the best the automotive industry has to offer. CarBuzz will be on the ground at both events, and the first one up is Goodwood. Our schedule is packed tight with
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Synthetic fuel is becoming a hot topic to keep combustion alive, and Synhelion fuel wants to prove how viable it is, making carbon-neutral gasoline with power from the sun.
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One of the tried-and-true methods automakers have used to create a quick and affordable special edition, is to add black trim. Each company has its own name for the packages, such as Nightshade, Midnight, and many more. However, they’re all basically the same: they swap chrome pieces for black examples. They’re often still available in
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The Chrysler Pacifica has been the Toyota Tacoma of the minivan segment. Chrysler sold 119,889 units of the Pacifica in 2024, which was a relatively flat sales year. But Chrysler’s offerings still outsold the second-place Honda Odyssey by 48%. And now, there’s a relaunched Chrysler Voyager back in the mix, taking the place of the
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A little short of 90 years ago, Carl Mayer did the impossible. He was a man with a dream, a dream to take one of America’s budding confections, the simple hot dog, and turn it into an advertising juggernaut the likes of which the world had never seen. No one had ever attempted to turn
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What stirs the soul of a gearhead? If your answer is a brawny V8 engine, then you’re right on the button! And below, we are delving into the holy grail of Ford V8 engines. Though Ford’s pickup portfolio is strewn with V8s , the Mustang sports car has been carrying the legacy for 60 years.
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If you browse any automaker’s NHTSA files, you’ll find that rearview camera recalls are some of the more common fixes. Whether it’s an issue with the camera itself or the infotainment screen to which it’s connected or the software, pretty much every driver on the planet is going to run into one of these bugs
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A few weeks ago, a design leak of the next-generation Mazda CX-5 surfaced on the internet, giving us an early look at the compact crossover and the automaker’s best-selling model. There’s a good reason for the leakage – Mazda is about to reveal the third-generation CX-5. And based on the recent teasers, that event is
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Base Trim Engine 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6 ICE Base Trim Transmission 9-speed automatic Base Trim Drivetrain Rear-Wheel Drive Infotainment & Features 9 /10 1 Please Delete Based on the SL grade trim, the 2026 Nissan Armada Nismo interior gets its own model-specific tweaks, but standard fare includes a 14.3-inch display, a 12-speaker Klipsch audio system, wireless
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The Jeep Renegade was an entirely new venture for the iconic off-roading marque when it was launched in 2015 as it was the first properly sub-compact SUV from the brand. Based on the Stellantis (formerly FCA) Small Wide Platform it shared with the Fiat 500x, it joined what was by that point a very crowded
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Honda has a reputation for being one of the most reliable brands on the roads today. Cars like the Civic regularly make year-end best-of lists for most major publications; the CR-V crossover is a constant top seller for the brand, and the Odyssey remains a niche favorite car for those still holding out from buying
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There aren’t plenty of vehicles that perfectly balance performance, luxury, and value, but the first-generation Audi SQ5 fits the bill. It was a model that blazed new trails for the German automaker, proving that buyers were hungry for higher-performance crossovers with the four rings on the front. It made a splash with great looks and
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Designing a new Jeep in the past has been fairly straightforward: you make a box fairly off-road capable, put a seven-slot grille on the front, and pretty much call it a day. But science and technology has moved on from the earliest days of Jeep design, and now the automaker is using its latest wind
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The AMG 43 badge from the Mercedes-Benz stable represented an exciting lineup of cars that appeared during the late 2010s. This was a brief, but brilliant era for vehicles like the E43 AMG, due to not only their own distinct personality, but an unusual and versatile engine. Base Trim Engine 3.0L Twin-Turbo V6 Gas Base
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A common and simple question asked by many potential luxury car buyers is “how long do Lexus cars last?” Well, the answer isn’t always straightforward due to the varying powertrains and other tech found in each model, from the sensible ES sedan, to the LC sports coupe. With that being said, Lexus, in general, is
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Long before the name Shelby was on everyone’s lips and plastered on Mustangs and race cars, it belonged to a lanky, stubborn Texan. Carroll Shelby did not grow up with a golden spoon, nor was he handed the blueprints on how to live a successful life. Wind back the clock, and you’ll see that he
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It’s no secret that Cadillac is an expert when it comes to V8 engines. Being American, it’s only right that they would have a diverse spread of models with gas-guzzling, oil-burning, glorious-sounding eight-cylinder powertrains. In fact, the first mass-produced car with a V8 engine was a Cadillac, so the company has been doing this for
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Say it isn’t so! The Lexus LC, which some consider to be the most beautiful car of modern times, is rumored to be losing its glorious V8 engine later this year.
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In 2025, buyers continue to crave performance, and there are numerous great sports cars to choose from that will satisfy this need. Cars like the BMW Z4 and Nissan Z are attracting more buyers than ever, while classic models like the Ford Mustang and Chevrolet Corvette remain strong sellers. Buyers are proving their willingness to
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The Kia Forte is dead, and a new model has taken its place: the 2025 Kia K4. Much like how the K5 replaced the Optima, the K4 takes over as Kia’s compact sedan, going toe-to-toe with heavy hitters like the Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, and Toyota Corolla. It arrives as a sedan first, but the
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People who tend to hanker over the old days may often tell you that new cars today all look the same. “What happened to the bold designs of the past,” they may say, “where cars had character, and you could easily identify any particular model from a distance?” Automotive designers hate to hear that, but
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Kia is further diversifying its lineup with a wagon version of the K4.
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Naming cars is not an exact science, there’s no guaranteed formula for success. The same process that led Ford to enduring nameplates like Mustang and Bronco also led to Pinto. But there are some clear pitfalls for manufacturers to avoid when naming a car: creating mass confusion, eccentric spelling and capitalization, and making unintended reference
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We don’t need to break this to you gently because the Lamborghini Urus is still a legitimate raging bull of a vehicle that will delight even the most ardent of high-performance SUV skeptics: Moving into 2025, Lamborghini has embraced plug-in hybrid power for its high-performance SUV. The new-for-2025 Lamborghini Urus SE can start up and
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Electric vehicles have taken a bit of a beating recently, with sales of the machines not taking off to the heights that manufacturers had hoped for before they started pledging billions of dollars towards developing new electric powertrains and platforms. Hybrid cars have proven to be more successful with new buyers, though affordable EVs definitely
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In a week when unexpected off-roaders are all the rage, and following swiftly in the tire marks of a Jeep Wagoneer cop car and a brand-new Lada, of all things, Land Rover has not only released a special edition off-road package for its mid-sized Defender, but has also launched the new Defender Trophy, a global
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Muscle cars are a fundamental part of American automotive history. The main characteristics that make a vehicle worthy of the “muscle car” label are, more or less, well known to every car enthusiast: big, powerful engine (preferably a V8), aggressive looks, emphasis on fun and driver enjoyment. As the car world moves towards electrification, Dodge
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Frank Stephenson created a masterpiece when he penned the McLaren P1 in the early 2010s. Now he’s teamed up with Freddy Hernandez, a YouTuber better known as Tavarish, to build on the original design and turn the hypercar into the fastest McLaren in the world. Hernandez’s YouTube channel is filled with videos showing him and
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It goes without saying that the BMW M5 is one of the most loved and renowned European sports sedans in the history of the category. The latest version is still a behemoth of the performance vehicle world, both in terms of physical mass and stature. BMW has always been the byword for providing a pure
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Only 150 people will ever own an Aston Martin Valkyrie – such an exclusive club to be in, whose members the British automaker pleaded to get on the road with its masterpiece. And rightfully so, because at three million euros (or around $3.5 million at today’s exchange rate), every mile counts. As it turns out,
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Ram has made a big move in the truck sector, announcing a segment-best 10-year powertrain warranty across its full range of trucks and vans.
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After a couple decades of building competent, reliable basic transportation, Honda decided to expand its scope. Along with the booming ’80s came a new idea – a flagship, mid-engined sports car using the recently developed VTEC variable valve timing system and an aluminum-intensive chassis. The result of that project was the Acura NSX (sold globally
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BMW has confirmed that its lightweight natural fiber composites developed through its official motor racing program will be carried over “in future BMW M product ranges.” The flax-based component, first used by BMW in the construction of its all-electric Formula E single-seater before going to DTM and GT4 variants of its M4 coupe, could aid
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Base Trim Engine Electric Base Trim Transmission 2-Speed Automatic Base Trim Drivetrain Rear-Wheel Drive Infotainment & Features 9 /10 1 Porsche The 2025 Porsche Taycan interior is the same as last year’s, since all the changes to the latest Taycan are on the oustide and under the hood. 2 Porsche One of the most modern
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Tariffs have left the automotive world spinning as automakers rush to build up US inventory or shuffle around what they have to try to keep pricing steady for as long as possible. Some manufacturers have employee pricing deals, while others like Subaru straight-up raised prices on select models. What you won’t see reflected in the
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Classic muscle cars have always held, and likely will always hold, a special place in our hearts. The recent Chevrolet Camaro is an excellent vehicle, but the 1969 Camaro is the stuff of legends. As much as automakers try these days, there’s simply no way to build cars like those from the 60s and 70s
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If there’s one thing Ford is known for, it’s trucks. The company has built an empire off the back of models like the F-150, Super Duty, and Ranger models, offering buyers capable vehicles with the comfort and technology they need, at attainable prices. However, nestled quietly among that extensive pickup catalog is a model that
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In Australia, the Ute is a huge deal. These trucks are bought to be used. To be punished in some of the worst conditions in the world. If it can’t handle the rough and tumble and extreme heat of the Outback, then the tradies who buy Australia’s unique take on the pickup in droves will
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Like many of us enthusiasts, I have a stack of old car magazines in my bookcase, and I’ll occasionally pull one out and flip through it. I came across an advertisement for a classic car sales agency in an issue dated March 2001, which was advertising a 1972 BMW 3.0 CS for $15,000. Adjusting for
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Some French customers of electric vehicle brand Tesla aren’t happy with the company’s CEO. A group of Tesla owners is taking the brand to court. Their grievance is with CEO Elon Musk, his role in the White House, and his actions, as well as his alleged support for the European far right. Tesla Tesla, Inc.
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Twenty or thirty years ago, Hyundai was a rather understated brand and, in many respects, was neither here nor there in the US market. However, slowly but surely it gained considerable credibility and was able to deliver products that resonated with American consumers and rivaled performance-oriented competitors at the same time. Base Trim Engine 1.6L
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With its model lines filled to bursting with off-road variants, Ford is finally turning its attention to street-oriented pickup trucks. It started testing the waters with its littlest pickup, the Maverick Lobo, and now it’s applying the idea to Ford’s and America’s best-selling model line, the F-150. It also adopts the Lobo name, which does
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Everybody is celebrating Ram’s decision to bring the iconic Hemi V8 back to the Ram 1500 pickup for 2026, after plans for the brand’s new Hurricane inline-six engine didn’t quite take off. Prior to this announcement there were delays in bringing Ram’s electrified trucks into production. It’s now confirmed that those delays were a direct
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First teased with the reveal of the facelifted Hyundai Ioniq 6, then again in a social media teaser showing its girth, the Ioniq 6 N is doing a good job of stimulating our senses. The Korean automaker knows that and has released another set of teasers for its Tesla Model 3 Performance killer. Even better,
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The Ford Mustang GTD is undeniably the most superlative stallion in the company’s history, with suspension, aerodynamic, and body modifications unlike anything we’ve ever seen in a pony car. Fittingly, it comes with a rather outrageous price of more than $325,000 as well, with options pushing the car well above $400k. But while its official
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The Czinger 21C was unveiled a few years back as something revolutionary. It wasn’t just the unique one-behind-the-other arrangement for the driver and passenger that made people sit up and take notice, but the promise of the most power-dense combustion engine around and revolutionary engineering and manufacturing processes that combined AI and 3D printing to
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Porsche’s made a decision on the future of its American manufacturing ambitions.
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The current-generation Audi Q3 has been on the market since 2019, so it’s safe to say that it’s in dire need of an update. Besides, it’s one of Audi’s best-selling models, with over two million vehicles sold worldwide since the first-generation model was introduced at the beginning of the previous decade. Now, the automaker is
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When we run across trademark filings from automakers, they’re often for models that are far off into the future. We don’t think that’s the case with this World Intellectual Property Organization filing from Maserati. We think the car associated with this name will actually be revealed sometime this year. That would also mean that, since
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Like most folks who have any interest in cars, lusting after an exotic, Italian model is nothing out of the ordinary for me. Many of us grew up gazing longingly at Ferraris, Lamborghinis, and even Maseratis while we hoped that one day, somehow, we’d be able to afford one. It was easy to dream like
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It’s hard to believe that it’s been 15 years since BMW introduced its first M-tuned SUVs in the form of the X5 M and X6 M. The performance duo arrived for the 2010 model year in the US, much to the ire of M fans who had to convince themselves that the M division’s performance
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The custom restomod fabricator ICON has worked on various so-called Derelict models over the years, where the original car’s patina is found in its deteriorated condition and preserved under a clear coat with the rest of the car updated around that old look using modern materials and components. ICON has made a Derelict Rolls-Royce, old
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Christian von Koenigsegg clearly knows a thing or three about building fast cars. Take the Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut, for instance. Powered by a twin-turbocharged V8 that produces up to 1,600 hp, the Absolut holds several world speed records, and it will only run out of steam at an absolutely ludicrous 330 mph. But what inspired
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Unfortunately, Ford is the last automaker to dominate the convertible muscle car segment entirely. These cars are somewhat of an enigma because their fixed-roof relatives are marketed in the USA as the ultimate classic car for fans of the hardcore. The coupe versions of muscle cars typically handle better with more rigidity, and they’re usually
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Over the years, there have been many examples of cross-brand collaborations, where manufacturers use the same platform to create distinctly individual cars for each badge. Back in 2000, Audi laid the foundations for a similar exercise, but, in this case, it was to quietly build a predecessor to one of the most stunning vehicles of
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The idea of an electric cargo van is still a relatively new one, as the limited driving range has been a deterrent in commercial applications where these laborers have to travel many miles daily – just think how many Ford Transits you see out around town. However, when you consider that this mileage is cumulative,
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Porsche has been sharing how it’s using artificial intelligence (AI), recently. AI is still the hottest technology in the world, so it’s no surprise that it and other companies are exploring the uses and talking up those uses to the world. Some companies are using more consumer-facing AI technologies, such as Google Gemini and OpenAI’s
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Ram made a bold decision for the 2025 model year refresh, eliminating the Hemi V8 as an engine option entirely. Ram replaced the Hemi with two turbocharged Hurricane 3.0-liter inline-six engines that are more powerful, more efficient, and (one might argue) more pleasant. But Ram buyers weren’t pleased. And facing subsequent sales struggles, the brand
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Mercedes loves nothing more than a special edition, so it’s rolling out a new special edition of its largest AMG SUV, the GLS 63. Called the Arctic Silver Edition, its limited to just 450 units globally, with a bespoke matte silver paint job and a red leather interior.
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If you haven’t been paying attention, there’s something odd going on with the Dodge Charger Daytona EV. Edmunds first reported last week that its long-term tester would accelerate – albeit slowly – even if the driver wasn’t applying either the accelerator or brake pedals, leading to some confusion on the part of the outlet. Apparently,
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We finally got to see the third-generation Nissan Leaf a couple of months ago, but that was the extent of it. We only got to see it, while Nissan kept many of the pertinent mechanical details under wraps. Finally, the company is starting to tell us more about the car, and it seems like it
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The Ford Escort RS Cosworth had a good five-year run from 1992 to 1996, with 7,145 units having been produced, after the car had initially been developed for the World Rally Championship. If you live in the US, there’s a good chance you’ve never heard of it, though, as the car never left Europe. At
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Meet the Actyon, from a company that did things differently than Hyundai.
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Not every timing belt failure results in catastrophic engine damage, but it will bring your trip to a sudden halt and cause a major hassle you’d probably rather avoid – as well as the expense of a tow-truck ride to the nearest repair shop. Below, we’ll look at what a timing belt is, how to
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The most powerful M car in BMW’s current fleet is the BMW XM Label Red. The efforts of its potent and electrified twin-turbocharged V8 engine are distributed to all four corners, resulting in impressive acceleration, but lacking the white-knuckle experience that would have been offered if its power had been sent exclusively to the rear.
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