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Are Chevy Trailblazers Any Good? Here's What Owners Of The SUV Have To Say

Learn what other Chevy Trailblazer owners say about the model, including some major pros and cons, to determine whether it's the right car for you.

Dinosaur fossil found buried deep beneath museum parking lot

A Denver museum known for its dinosaur displays has made a fossil bone find closer to home than anyone ever expected, under its own parking lot. (AP Video by Thomas Peipert)

2026 Porsche Taycan Black Edition First Look: Big Battery, Dark Features

This special edition of the all-electric Porsche Taycan brings a darker look and a pile of normally optional features as standard.

Analysis-Soaring electric truck sales deal new blow to diesel use in China

By Sam Li and Lewis Jackson LANGFANG, China (Reuters) -Electric-powered heavy trucks are rapidly gaining market share in China, driven by subsidies and the quick rollout of chargers, further curbing diesel usage and denting oil demand from the world's biggest crude importer. The boom in electric truck sales in China follows that of electric cars and the rise in recent years of LNG-powered heavy

5 Japanese Car Brands Named the Most Reliable of 2025

These 5 Japanese car brands topped the 2025 reliability list—see which models made the cut and why they’re dominating the road this year.

Bentley EXP 15 Concept: A 3-Seat, 3-Door Sneak Peek at a Production Bentley EV

The concept is not a preview of the upcoming car, but keep an eye on certain design elements that could carry over.

Porsche 991.2 Turbo S IPE Exhaust | 200MPH / 320KMH Autobahn POV

Unleash the beast: Porsche 991.2 Turbo S with IPE exhaust hits a staggering 320 km/h (200 mph) on the German Autobahn! 🔥 Explosive twin-turbo acceleration meets spine-tingling exhaust sound in this high-octane POV drive. 🎬 Watch full-throttle runs, gearshifts, and pure speed from the cockpit.

Ford leads industry with 88 recalls in first six months of 2025

Ford’s (NYSE:F) recall of 850,000 vehicles for a fuel pump defect marks the latest in a string of recalls that have raised fresh concerns about the automaker’s quality control and brings its six-month total higher than any other automaker’s full-year tally. While Ford (NYSE:F) claims that many of the recent recalls are extensions of prior actions, ...

The Top 10 Cars Whose Drivers Get Caught Speeding the Most

The Top 10 Cars Whose Drivers Get Caught Speeding the Most

Chevy’s 2026 Trax Pops with New Colors and Midnight Edition Bling

Chevrolet has unveiled the 2026 model year of its compact SUV, the Trax Crossover, on Friday. While pricing remains unchanged, the refreshed lineup brings new styling elements, including two additional exterior colors: Mochaccino Beige and Chili Pepper Red. The ACTIV trim features Mochaccino Beige, a soft, neutral-toned brown designed to reflect a ...

8 hidden features you should know about the Chevy Corvette

10 Of The Most Beautiful Toyotas Ever Sold At Auction, Ranked By Price

Toyota is know for its reliable and functional vehicles, but the company has also produced some stunners that have commanded big auction sums.

Hyundai’s New EV Goes 435 Miles and Costs Half as Much as a Tesla

Hyundai's China-exclusive electric SUV, the Elexio" > Hyundai is making a bold move in China's increasingly competitive EV market with the debut of the Elexio, a battery-electric SUV developed exclusively for the region through its joint venture with Beijing Automotive Group. While designed as a China-only model, the Elexio's specifications and pri...

4 Cars Sold In The USA That Are Built In China

For a long time, western companies steered clear of manufacturing their cars in China. Nowadays, that seems to be changing, albeit in gradual fashion.

Porsche warns $300M hit to Q2 earnings on tariff woes

German automaker Porsche (OTCPK:POAHY) warned of a €300M hit to its Q2 earnings due to the U.S. tariff impact. The German automaker had previously indicated a low triple-digit million euros for April and May without giving a firm number. However, in the first half of the year, the luxury carmaker saw a 10% rise in deliveries in North America, its l...

The Highest Mileage Toyota Corolla Hybrid In The World

The Toyota Corolla is the world's best-selling car. One owner discovered why so many drivers swear by the vehicle's long-term reliability.

1990 Honda Civic Si Hatchback Is Today's Bring a Trailer Auction Pick

Here's a shining example of the Honda Civic's golden age.

Fiat unveils tiny 3-wheel pickup with head-turning design: 'Smart, simple, cost-effective'

Fiat’s new truck is a clear sign that there are a lot of helpful, sustainable solutions coming our way. Fiat unveils tiny 3-wheel pickup with head-turning design: 'Smart, simple, cost-effective' first appeared on The Cool Down.

5 Useful Features You Didn't Know Your Subaru Had

Subaru has developed a reputation as a reliable and rugged manufacturer for those with an active lifestyle. These useful features only add to the allure.

10 Car Trends That Need to Disappear ASAP

Trends that, while innovative, have also managed to raise more than a few eyebrows and stir up the auto community.

Supercars Arriving – Chiron, 918 Spyder, 812 Superfast, GT2 RS, Aventador, 600LT Spider, SLR, M5 V10

An elite group of supercars rolls in: Bugatti Chiron, Porsche 918 Spyder, Ferrari 812 Superfast, GT2 RS, Aventador, McLaren 600LT Spider, Mercedes SLR, and BMW M5 V10. #SupercarsArriving #Chiron #918Spyder #812Superfast #GT2RS #Aventador #600LTSpider #SLR #M5V10 #ExoticLineup

China’s EV Boom Is Busting—South Korea Eyes Its Big Break

A decade ago, China seemed poised to dominate the global electric vehicle (EV) market. However, the narrative is shifting rapidly now. According to global consultancy AlixPartners, China’s vast electric and plug-in hybrid vehicle sector is entering a period of deep contraction. Of the 129 manufacturers currently operating in China’s EV market, only...

Honda's EV Sales Shoot Up, Which Is Good News For GM

Chevy still has the best-selling Ultium model, though.

Modified Cars Drag Racing – M5 F90 Competition vs Tesla Plaid vs R8 V10 vs GLS63 AMG vs 700HP M140i vs RS6

Drag race madness: the M5 F90 Competition battles the Tesla Plaid, Audi R8 V10, GLS63 AMG, 700HP M140i, and Audi RS6 in a clash of speed and torque. #M5F90Competition #TeslaPlaid #R8V10 #GLS63AMG #M140i700HP #AudiRS6 #ModifiedDragRace #EVvsICE #SleeperVsSupercar #FullThrottle

2025 Toyota Crown Offers Automaker's Most Powerful Four-Cylinder Engine

The T24A-FTS engine in the Crown features turbocharging and hybrid assistance, producing 340 horsepower.

5 Japanese Cars You Can Finally Import To The US In 2025

There are several Japanese cars that need to be 25 years old before being imported to the U.S. due to emission laws. Here are five that now qualify in 2025.

Road Racer: 1988 Porsche 911 Carrera Club Sport

The Club Sport offered one of the purest driving experiences that could be had outside of a race car.

The Least-Expensive 2025 Porsche 911 Carrera Costs More Than Ever—Still Worth It?

It’s not a hybrid (yet) and there’s no stick shift option, but yet there’s just something about a base 911 …

Will EVs kill the auto enthusiast?

Nissan Is The Most Satisfying Car Brand To Own From New

It's been a rough year for this automaker, but a slew of J.D. Power recognitions could be the good omen it's been waiting for.

401(k) auto-enrollment and auto-escalation were supposed to help people save for retirement. Here’s what happened instead.

Behavioral finance ‘nudges’ and other helpful features ran into a surprising obstacle

Why Are Pickup Trucks Called 'Utes' In Australia?

Pickup trucks are undoubtedly the king of the road on US soil. So, why are these multipurpose vehicles known as utes instead of trucks in Australia?

Bluetooth security flaws could affect thousands of Mercedes, Volkswagen, Skoda cars - here's what we know

PerfektBlue allows threat actors to eavesdrop on conversations, but how much of a risk is it?

Tesla sparks buzz after sharing glimpse into planned models and upgrades: 'The future of urban transport is here'

"We're shaping a cleaner, smarter, and more sustainable future for all." Tesla sparks buzz after sharing glimpse into planned models and upgrades: 'The future of urban transport is here' first appeared on The Cool Down.

Kia’s EV6 and EV9 Take a Hit as Buyers Favor Cheaper Options

The EV6, which made waves worldwide just three years ago by winning the European Car of the Year award, is now struggling to gain traction in the North American market. Kia's July report on U.S. sales for the first half of 2023 reveals sharp declines for its flagship electric models. The EV6 and EV9 saw sales drop by 46% and 49%, respectively, comp...

Struggling Chinese EV brands go global to flee brutal price war at home

Backlash against Neta Auto in Thailand underscores risks of companies expanding abroad too soon.

Honda Cancels Large Electric SUV as U.S. Tax Break Ends Early

Honda has halted development of its large electric SUV due to the early termination of the U.S. electric vehicle subsidy program, which is ending seven years ahead of schedule. The Japanese automaker had planned to unveil the large electric SUV in 2027 as part of its EV strategy. However, concerns over market demand fluctuations following the subsi...

Nissan is reportedly in talks to build some trucks for Honda in the U.S.

Nissan Motor Co. (OTCPK:NSANY) is considering manufacturing pickup trucks for Honda Motor Co. (NYSE:HMC) at its Canton plant in Mississippi, according to a report from Nikkei Asia. The site, which is one of Nissan's two U.S. vehicle plants, has a focus on models such as the Frontier. Under the terms of the deal being discussed, Nissan (OTCPK:NSANY)...

Hyundai's Ioniq 6 N Packs the Best of the Ioniq 5 N Into a Sport Sedan, and We Couldn't Be Happier

The Ioniq 5 N brought home the sub-$100K bacon in last year's PEVOTY competition. Its sibling is poised to be even better.

15 Cars That Changed the Course of Automotive History

From the glinting luxury of royal rides to the rugged workhorses steering wars, the stories of the following famous cars are drenched in triumph, tragedy, and cultural legacy. These vehicles carried presidents, popes, rebels, and revolutionaries, becoming as legendary as the events and people they’re tied to.

Tesla is already trying to expand its Robotaxi service to Arizona

Tesla has applied for a permit to test and deploy autonomous vehicles in Arizona. It's also eyeing expansion in Austin, Texas and California.

The 40-Year-Old Mitsubishi Engine That Still Powers New Cars To This Day

Would you believe that the very first Hyundai to ever grace American soil packed an i4 that's still in use in 2025?

Tesla Plans Robotaxi Expansion to California and Arizona

Tesla Inc. is aiming to bring its driverless taxis to California and Arizona as the carmaker plots an expansion on the heels of last month’s limited rollout in Austin.

This Is The Last Carbureted Vehicle Sold In America

This seemingly ancient tech stuck around for much longer that you might have thought.

China's Chery and BYD could face repayment of EV subsidies after audit uncovers irregularities

China’s Chery and BYD (OTCPK:BYDDY) (OTCPK:BYDDF) allegedly claimed a combined $53 million in government subsidies for eco-friendly vehicles sold between 2015 and 2020 that did not meet eligibility requirements, according to an audit by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. The two automakers accounted for nearly 60% of the improper ...

Cruise Autonomous Bolt EVs Are Back On The Road, Testing New GM Tech

GM has charged up its Cruise Bolt AVs to test out its newest self-driving car tech.

10 Japanese Cars That Are Now Classics

These cars didn’t just define Japan’s rise in the global automotive scene — they’ve become blue-chip collectibles.

Omoda 9 SHS plug-in hybrid review: We drive it through nine countries to test 700-mile range claims

The Omoda 9 SHS plug-in hybrid has a headline making range of 700 miles. We drive it on the 9-Countries launch to see if its the hybrid steal of the year.

Driven! Is the 2025 Porsche 911 Hybrid Sacrilege or a Breakthrough?

Porsche has added a potent and seamless hybrid system to the iconic 911 sports car.

VinFast Auto is expected to see more sales from India and Indonesia in the second half of the year

VinFast (NASDAQ:VFS) announced it delivered 11,382 vehicles in June to its home country of Vietnam. The company stated that it delivered a total of 67,569 electric vehicles in Vietnam during the first half of 2025. Chardan Research analyst James McIlree noted that while Vietnam is still the company's most important market and accounts for over 90% ...