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  • A front-fender angle of a 1969 Pontiac GTO 'The Judge'
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    Why In The World Did Pontiac Create A GTO Trim Called 'The Judge' In 1969?

    The Judge is an odd name choice for a performance trim, but it's the most iconic badge in Pontiac's history, and clean ones are now worth multiple six figures.

    By Chloe Clougher 14 min ago Read More
  • A Grumman LLV mail truck parked in front of a house in a neighborhood
    4

    USPS Wants To Improve 'Community Safety' With New Mail Truck Cameras

    The U.S. Postal Service is installing high-resolution cameras in 100 mail trucks. It says the purpose is benign, but the news raises privacy issues.

    By Justin Hughes 39 min ago Read More
  • A new Costco gas station sits empty before opening to customers.
    1

    Costco Sells Diesel, But Only At Select Locations

    Many Costco fuel stations do not offer diesel, but that doesn't mean that none of them do. Here's where you can find Costco diesel stations around the country.

    By Beverly Braga 4 hours ago Read More
  • A red Dino 246 on a racetrack
    14

    Ferrari Achieved Automotive Perfection With The 1969 Dino 246 GT

    Ferrari couldn't bring itself to put its name on the Dino, but there's something about it that speaks to our Brad Brownell like no other car ever built.

    By Brad Brownell 4 hours ago Read More
  • Vintage motorcycles on display on a red carpet.
    6

    7 Top-Rated Motorcycle Museums To Visit In The US

    Plenty of museums in the United States have been closing their doors, but motorcycle enthusiasts can still enjoy a few with excellent TripAdvisor ratings.

    By Steven Mike Voser 7 hours ago Read More
  • Workers on on a road crew in a work zone
    3

    How Dangerous Are Highway Work Zones? Here's What The Data Says

    Highway work zone crash data reveals a surprising difference in who faces the greatest risk when construction and traffic collide on the road.

    By Charles Krome 9 hours ago Read More
  • An AMC Eagle at a car show.
    17

    The Patient Zero Of Coupe SUVs Was Likely This Lifted 4WD AMC

    The American Motors Corporation vanished decades ago, but its influence lives on in the four-wheel-drive SUV it pioneered in 1980.

    By Stephen Achan 11 hours ago Read More
  • Ellen Lohr celebrating her win on the podium at Hockenheimring in the 1992 DTM race.
    3

    Ellen Lohr Drove An AMG Mercedes To Become The First Woman To Win A DTM Race

    The late 1980s and early 1990s were, in many ways, the golden era of DTM racing. It was also when Ellen Lohr made history as the first woman to win a DTM race.

    By Peter Nelson 17 hours ago Read More
  • An ultra-rare Ferrari 250 GT California SWB on display at auction.
    8

    A Ferrari 250 GT California Spyder Broke A 20-Year Old Auction Record

    This 1-of-51 convertible owned by actor James Coburn likely marked the first 8-figure auction, setting a precedent for the nameplate's value potential today.

    By Peter Nelson 20 hours ago Read More
  • 2026 gray Toyota RAV4 with lots of foliage in the background
    4

    Comparing The MSRP And Features Of The Toyota RAV4 Vs. Its Competitors

    The Toyota RAV4 is an extremely popular compact SUV. However, it's not the only small SUV on the market. Here's how the RAV4 compares to its competitors.

    By Kiran Menon 21 hours ago Read More
  • A yellow American Motors Corporation Gremlin X sedan in front of trees and a building in 1974.
    8

    AMC Invented The Bumper To Bumper Warranty In The '70s And Threw In A Free Loaner Car

    It was a time when 90-day automakers' warranties were common. Then along came American Motors' Gerald Meyer, who had a different vision.

    By Logan K. Carter 22 hours ago Read More
  • A golden Mercedes G-Class off-roading through snow
    7

    The Mercedes-Benz G-Class Is Still One Of The Most Luxurious Off-Road SUVs You Can Buy

    The G-Class has evolved from a utilitarian go-anywhere machine into one of the most luxurious cars on the road without losing any of its go-anywhere capability.

    By Chloe Clougher 1 day ago Read More
  • The World's Largest Bowie Knife in Bowie, TX
    11

    These Are The Odd Roadside Attractions You'll Only See In Texas

    Few things can make long trips more interesting than roadside attractions. If you ever find yourself driving through Texas, be sure to check out these oddities.

    By Brontë Wieland 1 day ago Read More
  • A low-angle front view of a Competition Orange 1969 Mercury Cougar Eliminator on pavement.
    10

    6 Old-School Pony Cars That Aren't The Ford Mustang

    When you think of pony cars, the Mustang may be first on the list since the category was named after it. But it wasn't the only pony car of the 1960s and '70s.

    By Ivo Gievski 1 day ago Read More
  • A white Mercedes-Benz A 220 in a parking lot.
    2

    Here's How Much A 2021 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Has Depreciated In 5 Years

    The sporty and compact A-Class was Mercedes' most affordable luxury sedan in 2021, but depreciation has turned it into an even bigger bargain five years later.

    By Dave Goldberg 1 day ago Read More
  • Norma Jeane Dougherty (Marilyn Monroe) from the photo shoot at Radioplane drone factory
    8

    Marilyn Monroe Was Discovered Inside A Hollywood Actor's Target Drone Factory

    Before Marilyn Monroe became a Hollywood icon, she worked at a military drone factory founded by an actor, where one photographer noticed her potential.

    By Charles Krome 1 day ago Read More
  • A front-right 3/4 of a white 2020 Chevy Malibu hybrid with its front passenger door open parked next to a road.
    3

    6 Popular Used Chevrolet Hybrids Ranked By MPG

    Chevrolet only ever offered six models as hybrids in America, and buyers who want a Chevy that saves money at the pump can now buy them all used.

    By Charles Krome 1 day ago Read More
  • A gleaming black Pontiac GTO sits under the sun at a car show.
    8

    Every V8 Engine That Powered The Pontiac GTO

    The GTO grew from an option package into a legendary muscle car, but it hit a few speed bumps along the way. Here's the story behind the V8s that powered it.

    By Josh West 1 day ago Read More
  • A Cadillac V8-6-4 badge on the side of a brown car.
    14

    The Cadillac V8-6-4: The Worst Engine With A Worthy Goal

    Turning off cylinders when they're not in use is a hallmark of many modern engines. But in the 1970s, a formidable obstacle stood in the way.

    By Chris Stark 1 day ago Read More
  • A man installs an alternator in an engine bay.
    16

    Can A Lithium Battery Damage Your Alternator?

    Swapping a lithium-ion battery in place of a lead-acid one may seem like a great idea, but it can spell disaster for your alternator. Here's why.

    By Michael Frank 2 days ago Read More
  • Front three-quarters shot of a matte gray Range Rover Sport SV driving around a corner on a race track in front of red and white curbs
    11

    Land Rover Issues Recalls For One (1) Range Rover Sport That Could Shut Off With No Warning

    A sole Sport was recalled for a potentially deformed circuit board in the PCM, and 1,073 Range Rover Sport SVs were recalled for cracked rear subframes.

    By Logan K. Carter 2 days ago Read More
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    9

    IMSA Ford Mustangs Will Compete With Livery In Tribute To Henry Ford's First Race Car

    It's been 125 years since Henry Ford won his first and only automobile race. This weekend, Mustangs will bear a special livery to party like it's 1901.

    By Ryan Erik King 2 days ago Read More
  • A cream-colored Massimo Mini Truck kicking up dirt in the desert.
    37

    Tractor Supply's New Mini Truck Is Like Power Wheels For Adults

    If you've ridden the tiny toy ATVs known as Power Wheels, Tractor Supply is selling a super-small vehicle that can help you revisit the old days.

    By Erik Sherman 2 days ago Read More
  • A grey Toyota Hilux with a caravan dropped on top of it
    14

    Toyota Recreated The 'Top Gear' Hilux Torture Test With A New Hilux, And It Survived Too

    The roof, sides of the bed, and the top of the windshield were trashed, but the cabin was unaffected enough to let somebody get in, start it, and drive off.

    By Chris Tsui 2 days ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a partially camouflaged Miami Blue Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT Electric
    27

    Man, The Electric Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT Is Gonna Be So Freakin' Good

    Spy shots of the upcoming Cayenne Turbo GT EV reveal slightly tweaked styling, and a fixed spoiler at the rear.

    By Daniel Golson 2 days ago Read More
  • Pontianak, Indonesia, August 4, 2024 Morning photo of the Toyota logo at ANZON Toyota Pontianak on Jl. Jenderal Ahmad Yani, clearly visible on the dealership's facade.  by: RidhamSupriyanto
    155

    Toyota Is Advertising Its Cars To AI

    Hey computer, what do you think about the new Prius?

    By Amber DaSilva 2 days ago Read More
  • Asian mechanic in blue jumpsuit feeling frustrated with a difficult car engine problem  by: Wasana Kunpol
    28

    These Are The Most Annoying Problems The Jalopnik Audience Has Caused By Working On Their Own Cars

    "This should be simple" should always set off warning bells.

    By Logan K. Carter 2 days ago Read More
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