New Recession Indicator Just Dropped: BMW Is Apparently No Longer Doing A G-Wagen Rival
Codenamed G74, the boxy BMW would've come out in 2029 and done battle with one of Mercedes' most iconic off-roaders.
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These Are Your Favorite Pontiacs
Who would've guessed there was such enthusiasm for affordable, fun, vaguely-practical cars.
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Stingy Automakers Mean Fewer Shoppers Are Leasing Cars
Plus Stellantis turned a profit in the second quarter, Carvana is thriving like never before and over 300,000 Mercedes-Benz vehicles are being recalled.
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Which Niche Micro-Segment Needs To Make A Comeback?
So the evidence suggests convertible trucks are a bad idea unless you're Jeep, but I say it's high time another automaker makes a run at it.
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How Hill-Start Works On Manual Transmissions (And How To Drive Smoothly Without It)
While it's a lifesaver, Hill-Start Assist can also be unpredictable, which is why knowing the proper technique for manual hill starts is as important as ever.
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At $5,800, Is Buying This 1987 Maserati Biturbo The Best Worst Idea Ever?
The Biturbo had a pretty bad reputation, and this one has some electrical gremlins, but it appears to be reasonably well taken care of. Is it worth $5,800?
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Here's Why This Is The Top EV Brand In The World In 2026
Carmakers, listen up. If you want to become the biggest electric vehicle brand on the planet, then this is the example you'll need to follow.
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That Ambulance Could Save Your Life, But It Just Might Film You Without Consent, Too
Cameras that record audio and video inside ambulances are now a thing, and we could be seeing many more of them soon. But is the breach of privacy worth it?
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Volvos And Saabs Were Once Used As "Friction Testers" For Airport Runways
Using friction testers in cars, especially in slippery conditions like snow or rain, can help keep planes safe during take-off and landing.
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SpaceX Starship Has A Panel Gap Problem On Its Heat Shield
Starship V3 has a long way to go before its ready to land astronauts on the Moon.
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The Transverse Inline-6 Is A Stupendously Rare Engine Layout For Good Reason
As smooth as they may be, inline-6 engines are a packaging nightmare. That's why only a select few automakers, like Volvo, have dared mount them transversely.
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Does The Highway Minimum Speed Limit Make A Difference? Here's What The Research Says
Minimum highway speed limits may seem unnecessary. While it's true that their purpose is hard to understand, they're actually pretty important, and here's why.
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Boeing Has Now Lost Over $3 Billion On New Air Force One Program
Trump returning to the White House in 2025 created an unforeseen problem: A petulant President expecting a new plane that wasn't ready.
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While You're Still Boycotting 'Forza Horizon 6,' Play This New Isekai-Inspired Indie Kei Truck Game
In "Truck-kun is Supporting Me from Another World?!" you play as a kei truck driver who can send other people and objects to the fantasy realm by hitting them.
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$65k Toyota GRMN Corolla Costs Almost As Much As The Final Edition Supra
Only 730 of the Nürburgring-tuned GRMN Corolla will be built worldwide, and in the U.S. it'll start at $65,665.
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Honda Almost Nailed Its Camera Button Placement, But One Unexpected Automaker Still Has Everyone Beat
Too many automakers stick the camera controls in some random, unintuitive spot on the dashboard or center console that forces you to reach for it, and it sucks.
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2028 Mercedes-Benz GLA Is A Particularly Big, Beefy Subcompact With EV Or Hybrid Power
Like its CLA and GLB siblings, the third-generation GLA has lots of tech, nicer looks and new powertrains — and it's RWD in electric form.
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BMW Already Built The 50,000th iX3 In Its Fastest New Product Launch Ever, And Demand Is Double That
The 50,000-unit milestone was reached in less than ten months, and BMW is about to take its 100,000th order for the electric iX3 crossover.
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Mercedes-Benz Promises To 'Protect' Its U.S. Business Following Senate Approval Of Bill That Would Kick It Out
"If we need to make adjustments to comply with anything, we will make sure that we protect our presence and our business in the U.S.," CEO Ola Källenius said.
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IndyCar Finally Unveils 2028 Replacement For Dated 14-Year-Old Chassis
The Dallara IR-28 isn't a revolution but a long-awaited evolution for a product that has had many ups and downs over the past dozen years.
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BYD Is Building A Kei Car
Can a Chinese company achieve what no other automaker has before?
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Haters Be Damned: Ferrari Says The Luce EV Already Hit Its 2026 Sales Goal
Maybe Ferrari was right to ignore the peanut gallery?
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Ford Sales Are Down, But Rich People Keep Buying Raptors
How long can a small cohort of wealthy horsepower-fans keep the American auto industry afloat?
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These Are The Practically Forgotten Cars You're Still Obsessed With
Turns out, Jalopnik readers have a type.
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What Signature Design Element Do You Hope Never Goes Away?
As the unyielding force of time continues to pass, trends change, tastes shift, and fashion evolves, for better or worse. But what should stay the same?
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FAA Says Boeing Can Decide Whether Or Not Its Planes Are Safe, Again
After some high-profile crashes, Boeing has finally re-earned the FAA's trust on self-certifying its planes.
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At $15,000, Is This 1982 Renault R5 A Baguette You Might Bag?
A unique find with relatively low miles, this Renault Le Car could be the quirkiest ride at your local car show, but is it worth $15,000?
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How And Why The Vanguard CitiCar Failed To Revolutionize City Driving
The tiny, plastic-bodied Vanguard CitiCar EV was America's best-selling postwar EV until the Tesla Model S, but it was quickly outclassed in the '80s.
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GM Fully Believes AI Will Help Make Its Cars Better And Faster
Maybe it's saving money now, but how much will it cost them later?
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High Speed Pursuits Are Dangerous For All, From Bystanders To The Police Themselves
Car chases have deadly consequences, often for innocent bystanders. Moreover, the chases are frequently unnecessary, as perps can usually be aprehended later.
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2027 Audi Q9 Is A Longer, Thicker Q7 Taking On The Established Big Boys
Finally Audi has come out with a truly large three-row SUV, and the U.S. is the only market that will get the V8-powered SQ9 with 591 horsepower.
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