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  • Renault Emblème concept

    Renault Design Boss Says 'Sexy, Desirable' MPVs Could Make A Return As SUVs Fall Out Of Favor

    Europe may have been all-in on SUVs recently, but Renault's design boss foresees a near future in which an emphasis on efficiency may renew interest in MPVs.

    By Justin Hughes 2 hours ago Read More
  • A car's lead acid battery placed outside the engine bay.

    Can A Car Battery Be Charged Without Disconnecting It First?

    Charging your car's battery needn't be complicated, but it's worth checking the details first.

    By Abhik Das 5 hours ago Read More
  • Emma Watson

    'The Bling Ring' Star Emma Watson Banned From Driving For Six Months Because She Keeps Speeding

    The "Harry Potter" star was snapped doing 38 mph in a 30-mph zone, her latest in a series of infractions.

    By Matthew DeBord 18 hours ago Read More
  • Volkswagen Golf

    Don't Listen To YouTube, Your Project Car Doesn't Have To Be A Mad Science Project

    I'm here to tell you that you don't have to drive a K-swapped Ferrari 308 to be cool. Whatever you've got can be cool, too.

    By Brad Brownell 18 hours ago Read More
  • a baby in a car seat

    If You're Gonna Steal A Car With A Baby Inside, At Least Don't Crash

    Thankfully, in this case the stolen baby not only survived the crash but also made it out unharmed.

    By Collin Woodard 21 hours ago Read More
  • Hertz sign

    Hertz AI Charges Family $195 Even After Employee Found No Damage To Returned Car

    That's a lot of money for "damage" an employee had already said they didn't see.

    By Collin Woodard 23 hours ago Read More
  • Porsche 911 GTS

    Porsche's Rough Year Means It Needs To Find Ways To Save Money

    Porsche has to find a way to save money, Jaguar-Land Rover delays key upcoming electric vehicles, and more.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 1 day ago Read More
  • 1981 HM-Vehicles FreeWay

    At $6,000, Is This 1981 HM-Vehicles FreeWay The Way To Go?

    Today's FreeWay is a forward-looking single-seat commuter car from the late 1970s. It had to be forward-looking because these lack a reverse gear.

    By Rob Emslie 1 day ago Read More
  • 2002 BMW Z8 front three-quarter

    The BMW Z8 Was Far Too Gorgeous To Ever Get Cheap

    Say what you will about Henrik Fisker's ability to run an automaker, but he has designed some absolutely beautiful cars, and the Z8 is his crowning achievement.

    By Collin Woodard 2 days ago Read More
  • Rivian crashing through guardrail

    Guardrails Can't Stop EVs In A Crash And That's A Huge Problem

    Weight is one thing, but where that weight is located on the car plays a significant role as well.

    By Justin Hughes 2 days ago Read More
  • An average Trump voter's vehicle

    It's Open Season On Fuel Economy

    We're looking at our new Wild West for emissions regulation, as well as Volvo's scaled-back U.S. offerings.

    By Amber DaSilva 2 days ago Read More
  • 2001 Mazda Miata SE

    At $6,900, Is This 2001 Mazda MX-5 A Miata We Oughta Consider?

    Even though it has high mileage, this Miata still looks to be in great shape. We need to discuss whether those miles matter.

    By Rob Emslie 2 days ago Read More
  • W12 Volkswagen Phaeton muffler cut out

    This Muffler-Free Volkswagen Phaeton W12 Sounds So Good It Might Convince You It's Worth The Bankruptcy Risk

    Now that they're cheap to buy, you too could free a W12 Phaeton from the mufflers of oppression and let it sing. We argue you have an obligation to do so, even.

    By Collin Woodard 2 days ago Read More
  • Telo MT1 minitruck vs Ford Maverick in a pedestrian crash simulation

    Telo Claims Its Tiny Truck Was Designed To Get You 'Flipped Off Or Yelled At Instead Of Sued'

    Without a long hood in front of you, you're less likely to hit something or someone in the Telo if you have to stop quickly compared to, say, a Ford Maverick.

    By Collin Woodard 3 days ago Read More
  • The new, state-of-the-art Brightline train is headed to Fort Lauderdale.

    America's Deadliest Train Is Deadlier Than We Thought

    A year-long investigation by the Miami Herald and WLRN found that Brightline trains have killed 182 people since testing began in 2017.

    By Ryan Erik King 3 days ago Read More
  • Cadillac Escalade

    GM Wants To Sell You Gas Guzzlers

    GM is swapping its EV production capacity for pickup trucks and SUVs, and Ford is announcing new passenger cars, just not for the United States.

    By Amber DaSilva 3 days ago Read More
  • 2019 Toyota Mirai

    At $5,900, Is This Electric 2019 Toyota Mirai A Total Gas?

    Toyota's flirtation with hydrogen continues, but does this early Mirai have the charm to overcome limited refueling options?

    By Rob Emslie 3 days ago Read More
  • A side view of a Honolulu, HI Police Department Ford Explorer

    Yes, Police Officers In Hawaii Can Use Their Own Car For Patrol

    If you look closely at some of the cars patrolling in Hawaii, you might notice a wide variety of surprisingly familiar models. Here's why.

    By Paul Stadden 4 days ago Read More
  • Jumper cables attached to a car battery

    Does It Matter Which Battery You Jump Start On A Diesel Engine?

    Opening up the hood of your new diesel truck to find two batteries staring back at you can be a surprise. So which one do you hook up to if you need a jump?

    By Richard Sachek 4 days ago Read More
  • An out-of-focus young woman in a tan coat holds her car key fob up in the foreground

    Your Car Key Fob Is Dirtier Than You Think, Here's How To Clean It Safely

    Key fobs spend a lot of time in our pockets, in our hands, and in the bottom of our bags, so it's no surprise they pick up some germs along the way.

    By Paul Stadden 4 days ago Read More
  • 1965 Ford Transit at Goodwood Festival Of Speed

    These Were The Hardest Working Vehicles At The Goodwood Festival Of Speed

    A special Goodwood exhibit called Van Go - Masters of the Moving Arts featured all sorts of incredible vans and work trucks.

    By Erin Marquis 4 days ago Read More
  • Shopping cart off road go kart

    Do You Need A Prerunner Shopping Cart? Because I Found A Prerunner Shopping Cart

    Buy yourself a gas-powered off-road shopping cart for $950, and never feel dull again.

    By Amber DaSilva 4 days ago Read More
  • A Subaru N14's disk brakes glow red hot on the 2010 Ypres rally in Belgium. The tarmac round of the Intercontinental Rally Challenge is a tough rally for brakes due its long straights and tight 90 degree bends

    What Is Brake Fade And How Does It Happen?

    Whether you've been pushing hard, or going down steep inclines, most drivers know the feeling of stepping on the brakes but not slowing as much as expected.

    By Logan K. Carter 4 days ago Read More
  • A family of crash test dummies

    Crash Test Dummies Shaped Like Women Would Improve Vehicle Safety, Senators Say

    Half of all drivers are women, and cars should be designed so that anyone of any gender will be safer.

    By Justin Hughes 4 days ago Read More
  • Firefighters surround a Chevy Equinox EV

    Road Debris Causes Chevrolet Equinox EV Battery Fire, Boston Traffic Mayhem Ensues

    Many firefighters aren't prepared to deal with EV fires, but the Boston Fire Department had the situation under control far more quickly than expected.

    By Justin Hughes 4 days ago Read More
  • Beyoncé and her husband Jay-Z

    Unreleased Beyoncé Music Stolen Out Of Jeep Wagoneer In Atlanta

    Whether or not they knew what they were stealing or who they were stealing from is not clear at this time.

    By Collin Woodard 4 days ago Read More
  • Electric cars at a motorway service station are charged by a bank of electrical chargers on April 24, 2022 in Exeter, England.

    The Rest Of The World Leaves North America Behind When It Comes To EV Sales

    In this morning's edition, we're looking at how North America's EV sales are fairing versus the rest of the world, and how badly tariffs are hurting Volvo.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 4 days ago Read More
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