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  • A period photograph of a bright-red CitiCar from the 1970s in a city park
    0

    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.

    By Chloe Clougher 1 min ago Read More
  • An image with substantial motion blur showing an NYPD Ford Taurus driving on city streets with its emergency lights illuminated.
    2

    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.

    By Erik Sherman 7 hours ago Read More
  • 2027 Audi Q9 front 3/4 view
    16

    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.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 8 hours ago Read More
  • Side shot of a Crown Victoria police car's front end and wheel
    7

    Police Car Tires Are Built Different From The Ones On Your Car

    The tires you see on police cars may look like regular tires, but they're not. They are engineered to handle extreme pressure, including hard cornering.

    By Chloe Clougher 9 hours ago Read More
  • A Dometic rooftop tent on top of a 2026 Toyota 4Runner Trailhunter
    2

    The Right Prep For A Rooftop Tent (Because Here's How Much It Can Go Wrong Otherwise)

    Rooftop tents look awesome and are great for camping out, but if you don't prepare correctly, they can quickly make life difficult (and shorter).

    By Michael Frank 10 hours ago Read More
  • A blue 2022 Ford Maverick parked on a street.
    4

    Here's How Much A 2022 Ford Maverick Has Depreciated In Four Years

    Ford's compact Maverick pickup truck has proven ridiculously popular over the last five years, but how does that translate to the 2022 Model's depreciation?

    By Dave Goldberg 11 hours ago Read More
  • The inline-six in a 1961 Aston Martin DB4 GT
    2

    How Tadek Marek's Aluminum Inline-Six Made The Aston Martin DB4, DB5, And DB6

    Tadek Marek's aluminum inline-six design unlocked the power and reliability that helped turn Aston Martin's DB cars into the icons they are today.

    By Chloe Clougher 13 hours ago Read More
  • A blue Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 in the desert
    4

    5 Vehicles That Hit Top Speed Before The End Of The Quarter Mile

    These cars make quarter-mile testing almost pointless, putting a massive gap between their acceleration times and how fast they can actually go.

    By Benjamin Gracias 14 hours ago Read More
  • A side view of a Honeycomb Tundra TRD Pro sliding through dry dirt on a sunny day
    19

    Toyota's 2027 TRD Pro Colors Are Honeycomb And Hot Honey, In Case You Wish You Could Drive A Sweet Tonka Truck

    Beyond the two new yellows the TRD Pros also get Fox QS3 shocks and red tow hooks, though we don't have any full details yet.

    By Logan K. Carter 14 hours ago Read More
  • Ishino Shokai anti-bear bicycle helmet
    8

    Japan's Bear Attacks Are A Real Problem, But I Don't Think A Weird Bicycle Helmet Is An Actual Solution

    Bear encounters and attacks are on the rise in Japan in a big way, with over 200 attacks in 2025 alone. And one company's solution is... a helmet?

    By Collin Woodard 15 hours ago Read More
  • Reacher season 4 trailer screenshot
    52

    Man-Shaped Truck Rides Train, Kicks Ass, Drives Minivan Covered In Cats In New 'Reacher' Trailer

    Even if you exclusively watch British murder mysteries, tell me this season doesn't look like a kick-ass time.

    By Collin Woodard 17 hours ago Read More
  • BMW 440i
    21

    BMW Is Making An Electric i4 Convertible And I'm Vibratory With Excitement

    The Neue Klasse 4 Series will be one of the few droptop EVs on the market.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 17 hours ago Read More
  • Gard Hollinger and Keanu Reeves talk in front of an Arch bike
    3

    Keanu Reeves And Gard Hollinger Built The Future Of Arch Motorcycles, And It's A Race Bike

    The pair worked with Samsung TV Plus to make a show about their racing efforts with Arch in MotoAmerica's Super Hooligan series.

    By Amber DaSilva 17 hours ago Read More
  • The all-new 2018 Ford Expedition SUV goes through the assembly line at the Ford Kentucky Truck Plant October 27, 2017 in Louisville, Kentucky.
    69

    Ford Joins The Fight For Its Biggest Military Contract Since The Cold War

    Plus Mercedes-Benz cut how many cars it plans to sell this year because of China, Stellantis sells its car-sharing unit and there's a wacky new Ford recall.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 19 hours ago Read More
  • 2005 Jaguar S-Type R front three-quarter image
    52

    At $7,990, Would You Leap At The Chance To Buy This 2005 Jaguar S-Type R?

    It wasn't well received by the pickiest of British automotive media, but this Jaguar S-Type R is in pretty good shape, and it might be a luxury bargain.

    By Rob Emslie 21 hours ago Read More
  • Actor Lee Pace wearing dark Ray-Ban sunglasses
    17

    Why Do Some Ray-Bans Say 'Not Suitable For Driving?'

    Sure, you look cool in those Ray-Ban aviators. But not every pair of Ray-Bans or other sunglasses is safe for getting behind the wheel in. Here's why.

    By Brad Brownell 22 hours ago Read More
  • A person paying for gas with a credit card at a gas station.
    16

    Here's How Much The Average US Household Spends On Gas Yearly (And The Amount They Use)

    With gas prices climbing in 2026, latest estimates reveal how rising fuel costs could affect what drivers spend on gasoline throughout the year.

    By Marko Mikulic 1 day ago Read More
  • A VIN plaque under a windshield.
    3

    How To Verify A Used Car's VIN Before Buying On Facebook Marketplace

    Don't get scammed on Facebook Marketplace. Here's how to verify a used car's VIN and check for stolen history or recalls before you hand over your money.

    By Dave Goldberg 1 day ago Read More
  • A person browsing through a Garmin Catalyst data recorder.
    0

    4 Ways A Track Camera Can Help Improve Your Lap Times

    Want to drive faster? Learn how adding a track camera to your setup provides the data and visual feedback you need to drop your lap times.

    By Benjamin Gracias 1 day ago Read More
  • A 1901 auto built by A.B. Cull at the Briner Electric Company's shop in St. Louis.
    10

    Connecticut Set America's First State Speed Limit In 1901, And It Was Charmingly Low

    If you were driving in the Nutmeg State in 1901, you might have been startled to see a sign telling you how fast you were allowed to go. It wasn't very fast.

    By Aakash Badree 1 day ago Read More
  • Donald Trump and Mary Barra
    211

    Trump Joins War On Cars, Tells Mary Barra 'I'm Not Sure I Want To Get Hit By One Of Your Silverados'

    If you were worried that was the weirdest thing Trump said at his rally at GM's Milford Proving Ground, don't be.

    By Collin Woodard 1 day ago Read More
  • A mechanic in a big service garage working on a car.
    10

    Dealership Service Center Vs. Independent Mechanic: Here's What To Know About Your Options

    Gearheads seem to be divided between taking their cars to authorized dealers or independent mechanics they trust. Here's how to know which is right for you.

    By Chris Tsui 2 days ago Read More
  • Master Chief standing in front of the green Lamborghini Urus SE Master Chief 117 Edition
    6

    Lamborghini Designed A Halo-Themed Urus You Can Drive In 'Forza Horizon 6' (More Importantly, I Got To Meet Master Chief)

    You can't buy the real-life Master Chief Lambo, but you might be able to win a model version, and in just a few days, you can drive the video-game version.

    By Daniel Golson 2 days ago Read More
  • A 6x6 Land Rover drives across the desert in the Matchbox Movie trailer
    13

    'Matchbox The Movie' Looks Like A Fast & Furious Ripoff But Still Better Than I Expected

    John Cena and Jessica Biel star in a new movie loosely based on Matchbox cars, and it looks like there's a heavy dose of Fast And Furious satire.

    By Nico DeMattia 2 days ago Read More
  • A close-up of a yellow diesel-powered piece of construction equipment refueling.
    0

    What It Means When Diesel Engines Are Tier 2 Or Tier 3

    Diesel engines must comply with emissions standards. Heavy-duty equipment is no exception. Here's what the diesel tier system does and what Tiers 2 and 3 mean.

    By Chris Tsui 2 days ago Read More
  • Blurry white car in the background with orange traffic cones
    7

    Why The 100-Car Naturalistic Driving Study May Be The Most Important Ever Conducted

    Do you know what causes car accidents? Real-world research shows we have been underestimating distraction, and here's what the latest driving data tells us.

    By Charles Krome 2 days ago Read More
  • A computer screen displays the user interface for Facebook Marketplace.
    14

    Safety Tips For Selling Your Car On Craigslist Or Facebook Marketplace

    From safe meeting spots to secure payment methods, here is everything you need to know to protect yourself when selling a car on Craigslist or Facebook.

    By Erik Sherman 2 days ago Read More
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