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  • White Toyota Tundra driving in the forest

    If You Want A Car That'll Cruise Past 200,000 Miles, This Is Our Shortlist

    Looking for a car that will last? We're taking a look at some of the longest-lasting models on the road today — here are the cars that will take you past 200k.

    By Sarah Bloomfield 22 days ago Read More
  • A closeup of the red key fob that comes with Dodge Hellcat models

    What Does The Red Key On A Dodge Hellcat Do Exactly?

    What happens when you use the special red key that came with your Dodge Hellcat? Let's dive into the numbers and see how the key impacts performance.

    By Paul Stadden 22 days ago Read More
  • aside view of a black XLR with the top half retracted

    The Cadillac XLR Had The Coolest Trunk Of All Time

    When the electronically operated trunk lid is opened, it rises up on hydraulically powered scissor hinges as if someone said, "go-go-gadget: extendo-trunk."

    By Logan K. Carter 22 days ago Read More
  • a head-on shot of the Ferrari Amalfi in white

    New Ferrari Amalfi Is A Less Distinctive Roma From The Outside, But Everything Else Gets Better

    Most importantly, the Amalfi brings back buttons to the interior and steering wheel.

    By Logan K. Carter 25 days ago Read More
  • Bentley's new Winged B logo

    Bentley Held An Internal Competition To Redesign Its Winged B Emblem For Only The Fifth Time In 106 Years

    Bentley is still looking toward the future, as evidenced by another redesign of the Winged B — this time a fairly radical one.

    By Daniel Golson 25 days ago Read More
  • Parked seventh generation Dodge Charger Hellcat Widebody

    Why The 7th Gen Dodge Charger Never Got A Manual Transmission

    Why didn't buyers have the option of a seventh generation Dodge Charger with a manual transmission? The answer involves costs, crash tests, and floor pans.

    By Paul Stadden 29 days ago Read More
  • Sun setting behind a two-tone Rimac Nevera.

    These Are The Fastest Street Legal Cars Ever Built

    Looking for a car that you can drive to the track and then set lap records in? Here are the world's fastest street legal cars, ranked by top speed.

    By Sarah Bloomfield 29 days ago Read More
  • A bare BMW M4 GT4 featuring natural fiber bodywork

    Natural Flax Fiber May Replace Carbon Fiber On Your Next M Car, And BMW Already Tested It In A 24-Hour Race

    The dashboard, center console, hood, front splitter, doors, trunk and rear wing were all constructed out of renewable high-performance flax materials.

    By Ryan Erik King 1 month ago Read More
  • Koenigsegg Sadair's Spear

    Koenigsegg Sadair's Spear Is An Even Faster Jesko With An Even Bigger Wing

    Somehow, Koenigsegg keeps making its already extremely fast cars even faster.

    By Justin Hughes 1 month ago Read More
  • Renault Kangoo Express limo

    Renault Built A Bizarre One-Off Convertible Van Limousine To Shuttle People Around Its Factory

    Renault took a Kangoo van, lengthened it, chopped off its roof and give it a unique wrap so it could be used for tours at the company's factory in Argentina.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 1 month ago Read More
  • Mercedes Concept AMG GT XX

    Mercedes Concept AMG GT XX Uses 3 Teeny Tiny Motors To Make A Bonkers 1,341 HP With A Top Speed Of More Than 223 MPH

    This sleek sedan previews the next-gen AMG GT 4-Door, and it can add 250 miles of range in just 5 minutes of charging and has speakers in the headlights.

    By Erin Marquis 1 month ago Read More
  • A white Toyota land cruiser

    Toyota Makes A Land Cruiser Work Truck Now

    The UK's Toyota Land Cruiser Commercial has two seats and a wide open cargo area cordoned off with a wire grate.

    By Amber DaSilva 1 month ago Read More
  • Close up on seatbelt button.

    What Is That Little Button On Your Car's Seat Belt For?

    The purpose of the big orange button on your car's seat belt is obvious: It's how you lock and unlock it. But what's the little black button for?

    By Jordan A. Rodriguez 1 month ago Read More
  • Close up of oil life monitor.

    Can You Trust The Oil Life Monitor In Modern Cars?

    An oil life monitor is a feature that is becoming increasingly common in new cars, but how much can you trust what it tells you? Here's what you should know.

    By Jordan A. Rodriguez 1 month ago Read More
  • Rear wings on a yellow sports car

    Spoiler Vs. Wing: What Is The Real Difference?

    Sometimes a car spoiler and wing are used interchangeably, but there are actually key differences between the two. Here's what you need to know.

    By Jordan A. Rodriguez 1 month ago Read More
  • a photo of the entrance to the exhibit with a white Lamborghini Countach and yellow Toyota Sera both with their doors up

    Petersen Museum's New Exhibit Has All The Rare '80s And '90s Cars And Concepts Your Childhood Self Would've Killed To See

    There's iconic concepts that remind you of the zany way we assumed the future would be, iconic movie cars and the most rare examples of luxury off-roaders.

    By Logan K. Carter 1 month ago Read More
  • Front three quarters view of the green and white Buzz parked on the beach in front of the ocean

    2025 Volkswagen ID Buzz Has The Best Vibes Of Any New Car On Sale

    If you're hoping for objective consumer advice, look elsewhere because I am head-over-heels for the ID Buzz, and anyone considering a Buzz probably will be too.

    By Logan K. Carter 1 month ago Read More
  • front three quarters view of the dark blue Mega Cruiser in front of trees

    Who Needs An Overpriced FJ Cruiser When You Can Buy The Only High-Roof 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser Ever Made

    If you're looking for a properly awesome, gigantic truck that can take you and nine of your closest friends anywhere, the Mega Cruiser is the vehicle for you.

    By Logan K. Carter 1 month ago Read More
  • New Nissan Leaf

    The New Nissan Leaf Looks Gigantic But It Actually Shrunk

    While the third-generation Leaf has a more crossover-like look, it's smaller in length than the outgoing model.

    By Brad Brownell 1 month ago Read More
  • A Triumph Spitfire gasser

    This Triumph Spitfire Gasser Is Extremely Good

    If you're in the market for a fun little summer car, you could do a lot worse than an old British roadster.

    By Amber DaSilva 1 month ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a blue Nissan Leaf

    Third-Generation 2026 Nissan Leaf Is Finally Ready For The Real World

    The redesigned Nissan Leaf has up to 303 miles of range, faster charging, a more characterful design and a much nicer interior.

    By Daniel Golson 1 month ago Read More
  • front three quarters of a gunmetal Q3 driving on a road

    2026 Audi Q3 Debuts In Europe With Beefy New Looks And A Strange Steering Column-Mounted Setup That Eliminates Traditional Stalks

    The third-gen Q3 will also be offered with a plug-in-hybrid powertrain for the first time, at least in Europe.

    By Logan K. Carter 1 month ago Read More
  • A mechanic working on a turbocharger

    What Causes Turbo Lag (And Why You Can't Really Fix It)

    Ever wondered why your turbocharged engine doesn't kick in right away when you press on the gas? Here's the reason why — and why it's so hard to fix.

    By Nicholas Werner 1 month ago Read More
  • Semi with flatbed trailer

    Why 'Flatbed' Semi Trailers Aren't Always Flat

    If you've ever looked closely at an empty flatbed semitruck trailer, you might have noticed a pronounced bend in its shape. So why do flat trailers look curved?

    By Justin Hughes 1 month ago Read More
  • 2023 Toyota GR86 Special Edition in Solar Yellow showing standard cat-back exhaust

    Can A Cat-Back Exhaust Increase HP Without A Tune?

    So you've decided to take the leap and add a cat-back exhaust system to your car. Will it work without a tune? Here's what you need to know.

    By Charles Krome 1 month ago Read More
  • Rear view of an empty truck bed.

    Is Steel Or Aluminum More Practical For A Truck Bed?

    Steel has long been a trusted choice for building heavy duty vehicles, but advances in aluminum manufacturing have made it a more viable option than ever.

    By Jordan A. Rodriguez 1 month ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a red Peugeot E-208 GTi

    Oh My God Look At The New Peugeot E-208 GTi's Hole-Inspired Wheels

    Peugeot says the E-208 GTi's 18-inch wheels are inspired by "the iconic 'Hole' wheels of the 205 GTi," and yes I did laugh at that.

    By Daniel Golson 1 month ago Read More
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