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  • A police officer getting out of her car after pulling over a station wagon on a road at sunset
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    Cops Ticket Insured Driver For Having No Insurance Because Flock Said So

    Thanks to Flock cameras, a Georgia student now has to fight an insurance citation, despite presenting valid insurance to officers when she was pulled over.

    By Justin Hughes 7 min ago Read More
  • The new hosts of The Grand Tour.
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    They Finally Filled The 'Three Guys In Cars' TV Show Vacuum

    Taking a cursory scan of social media, none of this seems like a hot take.

    By Chris Tsui 25 min ago Read More
  • A photo of the Pleos Connect center screen inside a Grandeur with a tan interior

    Hyundai's New Pleos Connect Infotainment System Is High-Tech Without Completely Losing The Plot

    I tried Pleos in a Korean-market Hyundai Grandeur, and found it to be intuitive for such a still-touchscreen-heavy user experience.

    By Logan K. Carter 3 hours ago Read More
  • WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 23: U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy during a press conference on air traffic controller pay and the government shutdown at the U.S. Capitol on October 23, 2025 in Washington, DC. The shutdown enters its fourth week, becoming the second longest government shutdown in history. (Photo by Eric Lee/Getty Images)
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    Trump Administration Warns Ford Against Making Deals With Chinese Companies

    Plus, Germany's refusal to let Volkswagen stop being Volkswagen, China pushing foreign companies to pay suppliers faster, and more.

    By Amber DaSilva 4 hours ago Read More
  • Custom 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix nose image
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    At $36,000, Is This Classic 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix A Great Prize?

    Modified with the massive rear fins from a 1961 Cadillac, this Grand Prix Convertible has a look all its own, but is the unique "Bat Rod" worth $36k?

    By Rob Emslie 6 hours ago Read More
  • A 2021 Chevrolet Silverado Trail Boss on a desert road.
    6

    Here's How Much A 2021 Chevy Silverado Has Depreciated In 5 Years

    The Chevy Silverado is the second most popular pickup truck in America, but how does a used 2021 model compare to its rivals when it comes to depreciation?

    By Michael Frank 9 hours ago Read More
  • A blue, 1960 Vespa 400 microcar on display at a local car show.
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    The Adorable Vespa 400 Microcar Was Taken From Us Because Piaggio Thought It'd Be Better To Focus On The Scooters

    In a post-war world already well-infused with Minis, 2CVs, and Fiat 500s, the 400 would just continue to struggle.

    By Lalita Chemello 15 hours ago Read More
  • Rear 3/4 studio shot of 2014
    13

    Walking Dead Hyundai Tucson Special Edition Was Pretty Morbid, Even For A Zombie Show

    Zombie hands reaching up, seemingly from underneath the Tucson in a blood-red color, and a backpack filled with survival gear were both part of the package.

    By Charles Krome 16 hours ago Read More
  • Marilyn Reece, left, stands with Carol Schumaker by the three level Santa Monica–San Diego Freeway interchange she designed.
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    Who Is Marilyn Reece And Why Is The Interchange At The 10 And 405 Interchange Named After Her?

    If you're a Los Angeles resident, you've probably spent a lot of time in traffic on the tri-level interchange that's named after Marilyn Reece.

    By Aakash Badree 20 hours ago Read More
  • Screenshot: A Tesla Cybercab's touchscreen with the emergency
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    Instead Of A Steering Wheel, The Tesla Cybercab Uses An On-Screen Joystick For Emergencies

    With no pedals and no steering wheel in the cab, the Tesla robotaxi will have to rely on touchscreen controls to be driven in emergency situations.

    By Chris Tsui 22 hours ago Read More
  • The Android Auto interface on the infotainment screen of a BMW M440i.
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    6 Android Auto Features That Help Make Long Highway Trips Better

    Long highway drives can expose some of Android Auto's most useful tricks. A few overlooked settings could make your next road trip noticeably easier.

    By Viraaj Bhatnagar 22 hours ago Read More
  • The Kettering Aerial Torpedo
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    The US Army Was Using Drones Way Before Most People Realize

    Early unmanned aircraft were developed over 100 years ago. It took a lot of work to get them off the ground, though, and to head toward their intended targets.

    By Ryan Erik King 22 hours ago Read More
  • Day Zero of the 2026 Alcan 5000
    30

    Here's What Everyone Is Driving On The 2026 Alcan 5000

    It takes a special kind of enthusiast to want to take on the adventure of the Alcan 5000.

    By Brad Brownell 1 day ago Read More
  • OSNABRUECK, GERMANY - MARCH 27: The Volkswagen automobile factory is seen on March 27, 2026 in Osnabrueck, Germany. Volkswagen had previously slated the plant, which produces the T-Roc passenger car, to close in 2027, though the company is now in talks with Rafael Advanced Defence Systems of Israel to retool the plant and produce components for the
    41

    Volkswagen's Downsizing Starts With Selling A Factory To Israeli Arms Manufacturers

    Plus Tesla's latest European FSD approval. We'll also look at BYD's 2027 sales goals, and Jaguar Land Rover's personnel cuts.

    By Amber DaSilva 1 day ago Read More
  • 2007 Saturn Sky Redline front three-quarter image
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    At $7,500, Does This 2007 Saturn Redline Roadster Mean The Sky's The Limit?

    Heavily modified, but well-maintained, this Saturn Redline seems to be in great shape. But with all the custom touches, is it worth $7,500?

    By Rob Emslie 1 day ago Read More
  • Rusty Volkswagen Beetle near the ocean.
    16

    Living By The Ocean Can Be A Dream, But Your Car Will Think It's A Nightmare

    Living by the ocean can be tough on your car. Several environmental factors work together to create a particularly nasty problem for your vehicle.

    By Nico DeMattia 1 day ago Read More
  • A man holds his head in his hands while leaning against a car that is broken down on the roadside
    3

    7 Rare Engine Issues And The Signs One Of Them Is Happening To You

    Some engine issues are common, and most folks can recognize them. But some are so unusual, you may never have seen them. Here's how to tell when they're here.

    By B. L. Johnson 1 day ago Read More
  • Front three quarters shot of a Dallas Sanitation Department trash truck with a white cab and blue container on the back parked on brick in front of trees and a blue sky
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    Dallas Installs AI Cameras On Its Garbage Trucks That Photograph Every House And Scan For Code Violations

    A little privacy infringement along with your trash collection, what's not to love?

    By Logan K. Carter 2 days ago Read More
  • A long-exposure capture of cars running through a downtown city center with green lights ahead.
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    City Rewarding Safe Drivers With Never-Ending Green Lights Sees Dramatic Drop In Speeds And Crashes

    Would never having to wait at a red light be enough to make you ease off the gas?

    By Lalita Chemello 2 days ago Read More
  • Traffic line along a long highway
    12

    Why Florida Sometimes Allows Cars To Drive On Highway Shoulders

    During normal driving, you should stay off freeway shoulders. But in Florida, there are times when you want to make use of all the available pavement.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 2 days ago Read More
  • A close-up of one of Goodyear's glowing tires housing a turbine-like wheel.
    17

    Goodyear's Nearly Forgotten Glowing Tire Experiment Was A Flop

    Innovative? Absolutely. Practical? Not a chance. Explore the wild story behind Goodyear's glowing tires and why the bright idea dimmed fast.

    By Viraaj Bhatnagar 2 days ago Read More
  • An Adopt-A-Highway sign advertisement in New Jersey on display.
    2

    What 'Adopt-A-Highway' Actually Means

    Adopt-A-Highway signs represent a surprisingly complex program involving volunteer cleanup, taxpayer savings, highway safety, and First Amendment disputes.

    By Aakash Badree 2 days ago Read More
  • A car with a torn rear wheel and bent axle after a severe road collision.
    16

    What Does It Take To Straighten A Bent Axle?

    A bent axle will set your car to wobbling, vibrating, or even not being able to turn. Before it becomes undrivable, what do you need to fix it?

    By Amber DaSilva 2 days ago Read More
  • 1989 Volkswagen LT35 camper front three-quarter image
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    At $12,000, Is This 1989 VW LT35 Feuerwehr Camper Van A Hot Ticket?

    This beefy and boxy van has plenty of room for activities, but is it quirky or special enough to justify the $12k asking price?

    By Rob Emslie 2 days ago Read More
  • The profile of the 1990 Eagle Optima concept parked outside in front of trees
    11

    After Chrysler Bought AMC, We Almost Got This V8 Sports Sedan

    It emerged amid the wildest time in Chrysler's history, carrying Lamborghini's design DNA and a proper V8. But it became a V6 sedan that no one remembers today.

    By Charles Krome 2 days ago Read More
  • Concrete highway barriers along a winding mountain road.
    7

    How Engineers Designed Concrete Highway Barriers To Maximize Safety

    Concrete barriers don't sound especially safe, but rest assured plenty of engineering know-how has gone into making those blocks as safe as possible.

    By Eugene Buono 3 days ago Read More
  • A white Ford Maverick XL at a dealership lot.
    32

    Why The Ford Maverick Went With Unibody Construction Instead Of Body-On-Frame

    The Ford Maverick wasn't conceived with the traditional pickup customer in mind, so it's not a traditional pickup. Maybe that's what makes it so great.

    By Kiran Menon 3 days ago Read More
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