What Was Your 2008 Recession Ride?
Bonus points if you owned a car that's still made today, and still positioned as a cheap option - we love AOTD picks that are still useful to current readers.
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At $12,500, Is This 1964 Ford F-100 A Patina'd Peach?
The classic pickup market is hot right now, but does an unusual transmission make this F-100 a steal?
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Enterprise Charges Couple Almost $10,000 For Putting Diesel In Rental Car, And The Story Gets Worse From There
When people started asking questions (i.e. lawyers), as well as Go Public, the rental car giant suddenly decided they were no longer pursuing the claim.
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GM Used A Sticker To 'Fix' Minivan Doors That Whacked Peoples' Heads
With the swept-back door design, it was pretty easy to nail your noggin on the sharp door frame before you stepped into one of the GM minivans.
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What Was Your 2008 Recession Ride?
Bonus points if you owned a car that's still made today, and still positioned as a cheap option — we love AOTD picks that are still useful to current readers.
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At $12,500, Is This 1964 Ford F-100 A Patina'd Peach?
The classic pickup market is hot right now, but does an unusual transmission make this F-100 a steal?
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Why Consumer Reports Called The Acura SLX 'Not Acceptable'
The Acura SLX faced some difficulties in the mid-'90s. Consumer Reports blasted models of that era for the risks it posed to owners' safety.
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The Difference Between Street Rods, Hot Rods, And Rat Rods Explained
You've probably heard of hot rods, street rods, and rat rods before, but there are quite a few distinct differences to them beyond their names.
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Android Auto is widely available, but just any USB cable won't do to connect your smartphone with your car. It needs to be the right length, quality, and more.
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Motor Oil May Not Freeze, But Low Temperatures Can Still Cause Problems
Your engine oil won't freeze when the temperature drops, but that doesn't mean it's immune to the effects of cold weather. Here's what can actually happen.
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Yes, There's A Difference Between Austin-Healey Bugeye And Frogeye Sprites
The entry-level British sports cars may appear identical to the casual observer, but there's a key difference between Austin-Healey's Bugeye and Frogeye Sprite.
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Here's How Much A 2021 Mazda CX-30 Has Depreciated After 5 Years
The 2021 Mazda CX-30 slots in between the CX-3 and the CX-5 in Mazda's SUV range, but how well has it held its value over the past five years?
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Why You Should Call Your Local Costco Before You Buy Their Tires Online
Giving your local Costco a call before buying a set of tires from their website is a good idea, and there's no going back once you buy them online.
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Enterprise Charges Couple Almost $10,000 For Putting Diesel In Rental Car, And The Story Gets Worse From There
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What Are The Differences Between Billet And Forged Car Parts?
Billet and forged parts might share the same material DNA, but the way they're made determines their performance under pressure. Here's what you need to know.
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GM Used A Sticker To 'Fix' Minivan Doors That Whacked Peoples' Heads
With the swept-back door design, it was pretty easy to nail your noggin on the sharp door frame before you stepped into one of the GM minivans.
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This Pickup Beat Ford's Maverick In Consumer Reports' Best Cars Made In America List
The Ford Maverick is a very popular model, and it's dominated in Consumer Reports' rankings. But another manufacturer has beaten it out for 2026.
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Why 5-60 Is Usually A Superior Performance Metric Than 0-60
The 0-to-60 test is an accepted industry standard, but it doesn't always replicate typical driver behavior. That's where the 5-to-60 test comes in.
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Brake-By-Wire Sounds New-Fangled, But It's Been Around For 25 Years
If brake-by-wire doesn't sound like a new thing to you, that's because it isn't. So how come everyone is talking about it again and what is Bosch up to?
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Car Colors Used To Be So Cool, They Inspired Guitar Companies To Use Them, Too
Today's cars are mostly in grayscale shades, but automakers used to be way more creative. In fact, their palettes inspired some of the most iconic guitars ever.
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Mini Has Been Making Drivers Smile For 25 Years Today, And I'm So Glad
Here's to another 25 years of whimsical, fun, go-kart-like motoring done only the way Mini can.
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The 10 Vehicles Most Likely To Get Stolen In The US
There are lots of "most stolen" lists, and they include many popular cars. But if we measure likelihood of theft a different way, the results change.
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2026 Subaru Crosstrek Is Consumer Reports' Top Subcompact SUV (Or Is It A Car, Maybe?)
The 2026 Subaru Crosstrek was Consumer Reports Top Pick for subcompact SUVs this year, but is that the right category? Let's take a look.
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Why Being Last On Consumer Reports' List Of Safest Cars Doesn't Mean A Car's Unsafe
Consumer Reports' ranks cars on the basis of safety, but that doesn't necessarily mean the cars toward the bottom of the list won't protect you in a crash.
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Is There Any Standardization For Stage 1, 2, Or 3 Engine Tuning?
You've probably heard about the three "stages" of tuning, but what do they mean? And is there any standard definition for each of the three?
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The Brief And Annoying Period Where Car Ads Bragged About 0-50 Times
You're probably familiar with the 0-60 mph times used to measure acceleration. But there was a time when automakers sought to rely on 0-50 times instead.
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Chrysler's Bugatti Tribute Featured A Straight-Eight Made From Two Dodge Neon Fours
When Chrysler made a 1990s concept car honoring a 1930s Bugatti classic, the body was appropriately stylish. But the effort didn't extend to the engine.
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What Separates Porsche's GTS Models From The 'Real' GT Cars?
Porsche's naming scheme can get confusing for the uninitiated. Here's what seperates a true GT Porsche from the GTS models.
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What The 3% Rule Means For Your Tires
The 3% rule is something every driver needs to know before swapping to larger or smaller tires to avoid potential costly repairs and voided warranties.
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Cash Vs Credit: Here's How Experts Think It's Best To Pay For A Car In 2026
Choosing between paying cash and financing a new car purchase can be challenging. Here's what experts say is the smartest move in 2026.
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