Autos

The Story Of The Unstoppable Ford GT40

The wounded pride of one created an American legend as Ford sought to establish itself as a serious competitor in endurance racing. What followed was a pricey revenge, and here is the story.

The Lexus RC Is Going Away, and It’s Taking the V8 RC F With It

I’ve always admired the Lexus RC from afar. While I’ve never driven one, I adore the way it looks, the fact that it’s rear-wheel-drive-based, and that it offers both a naturally aspirated V6 and V8. So it’s a little bit sad, even if unsurprising, that Lexus is finally killing the RC off after its 11-year run. Unfortunately, most of the RC lineup is...

A Volkswagen ID.7 Just Went 584 Miles On A Charge (With Only A Little Cheating)

The automaker ran its electric sedan at the Nardò Technical Center at an average speed of 18 miles per hour.

6 New Car Models Frugal Retirees Should Consider Buying in 2025

Looking for a new car as a retiree means being more mindful with your budget. After all, this may be the last car you'll need to buy for the foreseeable future. Learn More: 7 Hybrid Vehicles To Buy in...

The Best Cars That Still Offer a Manual Transmission in 2024, Ranked

These automakers—including Porsche, BMW, Mazda, Honda, and more—are saving the manuals, one performance car at a time.

10 Japanese Cars Known For Their Bulletproof Engines

These are the standouts among some of the most reliable Japanese cars out there.

Tesla proves new era of electric driving is here with its glowing safety scores — here's how it's changing the auto industry

"Safety is and always will be top priority." Tesla proves new era of electric driving is here with its glowing safety scores — here's how it's changing the auto industry first appeared on The Cool Down.

Which Electric Vehicles Can Charge at a Tesla Supercharger?

Many of Tesla's Superchargers are now open to EVs from other automakers, but NACS adapters are slow to arriveThe 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is the first non-Tesla vehicle with a built-in NACS charging ...

10 Cars With More Power Than The 2025 Porshe Carrera S - At Half The Price

The 2025 Porsche Carrera S has debuted with a six-figure asking price. These are ten more powerful models that cost less than half its MSRP.

Who Owns Chevrolet And How Long Has It Been Around?

To paraphrase an old TV commercial, Chevrolet is as all-American as baseball, hot dogs, and apple pie. But when did the car brand start, and who owns it now?

9 Sports Cars Under $35K That Make the Middle Class Feel Rich

As innovative and resilient as the automotive industry is, it's difficult to think of a more confusing time in its evolution. For sports car lovers, in particular, there are plenty of electric options...

4 Hybrid SUVs With The Best Fuel Economy (And 4 With The Worst)

As gas prices continue to rise, many drivers are considering hybrid SUVs. While they do usually get better mileage than ICE cars, how much better is debatable.

The Most Reliable Used Minivan For Families On A Tight Budget

If you have a family and are looking for a reliable minivan from the mid-2000s, this is the best choice on the market.

Carmakers at India auto show unveil charging network plans, new EVs

By Aditi Shah and Nandan Mandayam NEW DELHI (Reuters) -Hyundai , Maruti Suzuki and Tata Motors used the India auto show to unveil ambitious plans to expand their electric vehicle charging network to address the issues that are putting customers off making the switch. The five-day auto show in New Delhi starting on Friday saw carmakers show off their new EVs and India's Prime Minister Narendra

The Lincoln Motor Company secured a $10 million government contract in 1917 and started a journey that transformed automobile manufacturing forever.

Edsel Ford once said, "Father made the most popular cars; I want to make the best," and that's precisely what The Lincoln Motor Company did. So, here's how the company began and continues to craft its cars.

The 10 Most Overlooked Japanese SUVs That Will Last a Lifetime

Can you avoid the most popular brands and find one of the most overlooked Japanese SUVs that will last a lifetime? Here are ten great options.

Who Owns Nissan And Where Are Its Cars Built?

Nissan has a long history of both solo ownerships and partnerships, and manufacture around the world. Today it may be on the verge of yet another change.

20 Cars We are Excited About in 2025

Whether you're looking for sustainability, speed, or sheer style, the cars of 2025 are poised to deliver on all fronts, making it a thrilling year for those passionate about driving and innovation. Get ready to explore the future of the automobile, where tradition gets a makeover.

Los Angeles First Responders Use Rally Defender in Wildfire Relief Duties

The truck is even still wearing its rally-spec livery while being used to clear roads.

The 2025 Toyota 4Runner Has Finally Arrived In America

It's only a matter of time until the popular Toyota off-roader will run on US soil.

Kia's strategic manufacturing refresh could save consumers thousands on EVs — here's what you need to know

The automaker aims to have 15 EV models in circulation by 2027 and sell 1.6 million EVs internationally by 2030. Kia's strategic manufacturing refresh could save consumers thousands on EVs — here's what you need to know first appeared on The Cool Down.

Car buyers’ bills in question after Houston-area Mitsubishi dealership shuts down — customers are now stuck with 2 car payments, no paperwork. Here’s what happened

Bayside Mitsubishi's sudden closure leaves customers with unpaid trade-in loans and no paperwork. Legal battles and financial woes deepen the crisis—customers want someone to take accountability.

How the hot EV market left middle-income Americans out in the cold

Electric vehicles made up about 9% of cars sold in the U.S. last year. Even with tax credits, they were too expensive for many middle-income households.

I drove a $27,000 Chevrolet Trax. These 15 features show why it's a small, cheap SUV done right

I drove a 2025 Chevrolet Trax in range topping 2RS trim and was impressed by its athletic design, strong feature content, and great value.

US auto safety regulators open investigation into GM engine failures, including popular Silverados

The most interesting European cars we’ve ever spotted in American junkyards

American junkyards are inevitably full of Detroit's finest - but we've unearthed plenty of European models on our travels too

The SUV Americans Fell In Love With In 2024

The SUV continues an eight-year reign as the top seller in its segment. Here's how.

Testing the world's first car

I've finally gotten my hands on the rarest car on planet earth. Do they really not make them like they used to? Lets see...

How Fast Is The 2025 Ford Mustang GTD? A Look At Its Top Speed

While the Mustang has traditionally been classified as a muscle car, the 2025 GTD puts it equally in supercar territory. Here's how fast the model can go.

Study Finds the Most Dangerous Cars for Winter Driving

Does your vehicle make the list?

Audi R8 V10 GT RWD review: A last blast in a landmark supercar

The R8 was Audi’s first supercar – and might be its last. R8 production has already stopped and it won’t be replaced. After 18 years, two generations and countless special editions, this run-out V10 GT RWD (one of 333 cars worldwide, and only 15 allocated to the UK) is the end of the road. I [...]

Preview: 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid Amps Up Fuel Economy and Power

Commendable subcompact SUV is poised to become even more desirable2026 Subaru Crosstrek HybridBy Jeff S. BartlettThe hybrid revolution continues to gain momentum, with more models and even more a...

The 7 Coolest Things We Saw at the 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon

We went in search of lurid, exotic, and fascinating finds at this event for automakers, aftermarket suppliers, and the fanatics who want what they're offering.

10 Pickup Trucks Based On Cars And SUVs

A selection of pickup trucks based on a car or an SUV, from across decades of automotive history.

Who Owns Maserati And Where Are The Cars Built?

Maserati builds some of the most impressive luxury brands on the market, and it's managed to keep it's factories located where the company was founded.

Rust-Free High-Spec F-100, Anyone?

We’d go out on a limb to suggest that many light-duty pickup trucks are frequently used like cars these days, hauling little more than occupants to and fro. It’s not surprising since their cabins offer fine-car comforts, as well as a commanding view of the road. Relatively cheap fuel and wide-open roads make it easy… The post Rust-Free High-Spec F-100, Anyone? appeared first on The Online Automotive Marketplace.

What Does SS Stand For On Chevrolet's Cars & Do Any Current Models Have The Badge?

Back in the golden era of muscle cars, the Chevy SS badge was something to boast about. Nowadays, it's less common, but that doesn't mean that it's gone.

This Rebadged Lotus Is The Coolest Car You Can Legally Import In 2025

The curious chapter of automotive history that brought us the Opel Speedster.

New 2026 Toyota HiLux LEAKED: Everything We Know

The new Toyota HiLux has been caught testing in Thailand and we now have the clearest picture yet about what the 2026 Toyota HiLux will look like and how it will be powered. Paul Maric runs you through everything you need to know!

The New Tesla Model Y’s Turn Signal Stalks Are a Trend Worth Following

Have we finally reached peak turn-everything-into-a-touch-control and are progressing down the other side back to sanity? Or is Tesla just messing with us by letting its refreshed Model Y keep its turn signal stalk? The new Model Y “Juniper” has quietly debuted in China and Japan. The freshened electric SUV features updates similar to those seen on...

The First Car With A Toyota 2JZ Engine Wasn't Even Vaguely Sporty

The 2JZ engine is one of the most legendary performance units ever made, but its debut came in a car built to be a lover and not a fighter.

50 Worst-Made Cars Ever Put on the Road

Some cars are classics...in the worst possible way. These cars really set the industry back.

Toyota's New 2.0-Liter Turbo-Four Could Pack As Much As 400 Horsepower

Another detuned version could make as much as 296 horsepower when both go into production.

We Bought Back Our First Cars (And They Were WORSE Than We Remembered) | Car Trek S5E3

In this episode of Car Trek Series 5, AutoTempest challenges the guys to find spitting images of their first cars for a $3000 budget. Freddy finds a Nissan Maxima that's more furious than fast, Ed snags a Audi S4 that doubles as an ant farm, and Tyler brings a Mercedes-Benz 300TD, a car that was famous for getting to 60 mph in nearly 20 seconds.

The Best-Selling Sports Cars of 2024

The Z finally passed the Supra, and Porsche had a banner year.

These 10 Cars Are Actually Worth More Used Than New

One post-pandemic surprise has been the spike in used car prices. In recent months, some used cars are even selling for more than when they were new! The post These 10 Cars Are Actually Worth More Used Than New appeared first on Family Handyman.

Nissan's e-Power Hybrid System: A Missed Opportunity In America

Nissan's e-Power system is good, but while it's not perfect, did you know a version for North America was already in development?

4 Luxury SUVs the Rich Will Be Buying This Year

More than just a ride, luxury SUVs make driving an experience. Equipped with a host of high-tech features, these vehicles aren't just a way to get around town. Of course, they don't come cheap....

8 Overpriced New Cars To Avoid Buying

With Kelley Blue Book reporting that the average buyer now pays well over $49,000 for a new car, no one could blame you for feeling like every vehicle on the market is overpriced. However, some cars...

10 best new SUVs under $40k according to Consumer Reports

These compact and midsized sport utility vehicles earned CR’s highest marks—and sell for wallet-friendly prices.