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Matt Brown
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Matt Brown is an automotive engineer, writer, and builder of unconventional things. Mostly vehicles.
Automakers are always trying to convince you that their vehicles can do anything. Conquer any mountain, tackle any…
The BMW 2002 is one of those cars that is almost universally appreciated by car enthusiasts. It’s sporty, looks…
Sometimes you need to slow down, and for that, we have brakes. Sometimes you need to slow down right the fuck now,…
Truly novel automotive ideas are rare. If you come up with a great idea, there is a good chance that it has not only…
Italy is on lockdown as COVID-19 spreads, and as of yesterday, all automotive manufacturing had stopped in the…
People have been talking about the skateboard for a long time. The idea makes sense on the surface: load all the…
Beginning in 1968, around 10,000 Subaru 360s were imported into the United States. The car achieved notoriety when Consumer Reports branded it “Not Acceptable,” based on fuel mileage numbers less than half of advertised, dangerous doors that came open during testing, and a 0-60 time of 37 seconds. Weighing less than…
The Volkswagen Golf has been around for eight generations spanning 46 years. The company has sold millions of copies…
If you’re looking for a stress-free drive on Seattle interstates, now is the time to jump in your car, activate…
The FIA has reversed an unpopular rule that required Formula 1 drivers to have the same helmet design for all but…
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Over a thousand Yugos were sold on its first day on sale in the United States. Motor Trend nominated it for its Import Car of the Year award. Fortune named it in one of a dozen Outstanding Products for 1985. Things went really well for the Yugo, right up until people actually got the car.
The Pontiac Aztek is a frequently criticized vehicle, often incorrectly called the ugliest car ever made, as though…
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