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  • The 1985 Tour de Corse-winning Renault 5 Maxi Turbo on a road.
    2

    The Renault 5 Turbo Was A Hot Hatch That Could Go Over 800 Miles On One Tank Of Gas

    Renault made the 5 Turbo to compete in intense rally events. But a certain addition to the car allowed to have an absurd range of around 800 miles.

    By Aakash Badree 24 hours ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of three Ram ProMaster vans with low, medium, and high roof heights in a neighborhood under construction
    59

    Lawsuit Claims Ram ProMaster Only Uses 7 Gears When Customers Paid For 9

    The lawsuit alleges that these vans are so slow, they never get around to engaging eighth or ninth gear, making them effectively 7-speeds instead.

    By Justin Hughes 1 day ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a white Ford Transit camper van in the desert at sunset with orange clouds above
    22

    Let's Debunk These 6 Common Van Life Myths Right Now

    Living on the road comes with certain challenges, and not everything is as idyllic as influencers might have you believe but it's not all bad either.

    By Justin Hughes 6 days ago Read More
  • A Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Cargo van climbing a mountain pass
    2

    How Much Can You Tow With A Mercedes Sprinter Van?

    The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is a versatile van that comes in numerous configurations. While towing isn't its main purpose, here's how much you can haul with one.

    By Alvin Reyes 7 days ago Read More
  • 2003 Chevy Express drives on a wet test track
    56

    Huge News: The 2027 Chevy Express Is The Same As The 2026 Chevy Express Is The Same As The 2025 Chevy Express Is The Same As The 2024 Chevy Express Is The Same As The...

    One of the automotive industry's longest-lasting designs, the 2027 Chevy Express carries over unchanged, seemingly allergic to updates or refreshes.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 10 days ago Read More
  • Three rows of seating in a vehicle
    8

    10+ Seat Vehicle Options When A 9-Seat SUV Won't Do

    When you need to haul a football team, a cramped minivan simply won't do. Here are five high-capacity vehicles that offer the space you need, and more.

    By Charles Krome 22 days ago Read More
  • 1986 Volkswagen GTI front three-quarter image
    48

    At $4,500, Is This 1986 Volkswagen GTI A Hot Hatch That Can Still Bring The Heat?

    Arguably from the greatest generation of GTI, does this high-mileage example check off all the boxes?

    By Rob Emslie 28 days ago Read More
  • Camouflaged Honda Civic Type R
    36

    Honda Teases An Even Hotter Civic Type R With HRC Magic

    The HRC-ified Type R seems to have both internal and external changes, at least based on the parts of the car that Honda deemed worthy of covering with camo.

    By Amber DaSilva 1 month ago Read More
  • 2003 mazda protege5 front 3/4
    20

    This 2003 Mazda Protege5 Manual Is The Definition Of Cheap, Slow, Practical Fun

    Slow car fun (and thirsty).

    By Collin Woodard 1 month ago Read More
  • Several camper vans parked in the desert after a rainstorm as the sun sets behind the mountains
    14

    Meet The Colorful Automotive Nomads Of The American Southwest

    There's a large community of nomads in the Arizona desert, and the reasons for taking up temporary residency are as varied as the people themselves.

    By Justin Hughes 1 month ago Read More
  • A Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 50 on the Nurburgring.
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    Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 50 Just Snatched The FWD Nürburgring Record Back From The Civic Type R

    Made to commemorate 50 years of the GTI, the Edition 50 goes beyond just a power bump.

    By Chris Tsui 1 month ago Read More
  • A front three-quarters shot of a blue ID Polo driving on a road in front of trees
    46

    Volkswagen ID Polo Debuts With A 280-Mile Max Range, But Tamer Looks Than Its Charismatic Competition

    Hopefully some of the ID Polo's features, like its array of physical buttons inside, will make their way to VWs sold in America.

    By Logan K. Carter 2 months ago Read More
  • A front three quarters shot of a gray first-gen Mini Cooper S JCW driving on a race track next to green grass
    31

    Mini Has Been Making Drivers Smile For 25 Years Today, And I'm So Glad

    Here's to another 25 years of whimsical, fun, go-kart-like motoring done only the way Mini can.

    By Logan K. Carter 2 months ago Read More
  • 2026 Acura Integra Type S front 3/4 view

    An Acura Integra Type S On Blizzaks Is The Ideal Winter Vehicle If You're Looking For Silly, Goofy Fun

    Other vehicles are probably better-equipped for dealing with winter weather, but few can deal with it while also being such a blast.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 2 months ago Read More
  • 2015 Nissan Juke nismo rs front 3/4
    29

    Choose Joy With This Nissan Juke Nismo RS That Even Has A Manual Transmission

    The Nissan Juke Nismo RS probably isn't your dream car, but this weird and unloved car could bring a bit of whimsy and happiness to your life.

    By Collin Woodard 2 months ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a red Hyundai Ioniq 3
    67

    Hyundai Ioniq 3 'Aero Hatch' Looks Sensationally Funky And Debuts Hyundai's Major Infotainment Overhaul

    I mean, come on. How can you not love this thing?

    By Daniel Golson 2 months ago Read More
  • SEAT Ibiza Mk1 SXI
    35

    The US Is Ending Trade With Spain, Now I'll Never Get The SEAT Ibiza Of My Dreams

    The SEAT Ibiza was one of the original hot hatches, selling over a million models during its first generation and partnering with Porsche for engine options.

    By Brad Brownell 2 months ago Read More
  • Toyota Corolla hillclimb car
    15

    This Hillclimb Toyota Corolla Only Needs A One-Liter Engine To Melt Your Face Off

    It's a really neat build, and the level of craftsmanship on display here is incredible.

    By Brad Brownell 3 months ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a white Kia EV3 driving
    35

    2027 Kia EV3 Is Coming To The U.S. With 320 Miles Of Range, And We're Even Getting The 288-HP GT Model

    The EV3 will go on sale late this year with the same wonderful design we first saw two years ago.

    By Daniel Golson 3 months ago Read More
  • 1977 Plymouth Volare Wagon front three-quarter image
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    At $7,100, Could This 318-Powered 1977 Plymouth Volare Have You Singing Whoa-Oh?

    Rare even when new, this rust-prone Plymouth makes most supercars look commonplace.

    By Rob Emslie 3 months ago Read More
  • A person folds the Stow 'N Go rear seat in a 2026 Chrysler Pacifica
    18

    Every Minivan Is Cool And Here's The Proof

    Minivans tend to get a bad rap in the world of auto enthusiasts. However, these roomy vehicles are actually very cool. Here's why we think minivans are rad.

    By Ivo Gievski 3 months ago Read More
  • S65-powered BMW Mini
    11

    BMW Should Have Put The M3 V8 In A Mini, But Since They Didn't I'm Glad This One Exists

    The Mini wasn't built with large-displacement engines in mind, but that doesn't stop this big BMW V8 from looking right at home in the tiny engine bay.

    By Brad Brownell 3 months ago Read More
  • 1981 Chevy Malibu wagon left side image
    94

    At $17,900, Will This 1981 Chevy Malibu Wagon Madly Do?

    With something unexpected under the hood, does this Chevy justify its price?

    By Rob Emslie 3 months ago Read More
  • A front three-quarters shot of a mint colored Casper Lounge parked in front of an elaborate wood building
    18

    Hyundai Casper Lounge Is A Gussied-Up Electric City Car That I Need Like I Need Air To Breathe

    The Casper Lounge has incredible wheels, real leather seats and other premium features. Plus, it's just damn adorable.

    By Logan K. Carter 3 months ago Read More
  • Front three-quarters shot of the green Vivio parked in a parking lot with its roof entirely down in front of trees and plants
    9

    Green Over Confetti Print Might Be The Ideal Spec, And This Subaru Vivio Even Has T-Tops

    This bright-eyed and bushy-tailed little Vivio is exceptionally darling, for an array of reasons.

    By Logan K. Carter 3 months ago Read More
  • Brown 2027 Mercedes VLE front three-quarter view
    69

    2027 Mercedes-Benz VLE Finally Brings The Luxury Van To America With 31-Inch Rear Screen, Remote-Control Seats

    The fully electric VLE will a range approaching 400 miles, Maybach-rivaling back seats and fancy features like optional air suspension and rear-wheel steering.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 3 months ago Read More
  • 2027 Chrysler Pacifica
    102

    Chrysler Will Only Sell You One Thing And It's The Facelifted 2027 Pacifica Minivan

    The Pacifica has gotten its second refresh since going on sale ten years ago.

    By Brad Brownell 3 months ago Read More
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