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At $6,990, Would You Unleash Your Inner Cruella In This 1996 Cadillac DeVille?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:25:00 +0000

What do you say? Would this DeVille be the talk of the town at $6,990? Or is the devil in the details?

What Causes Spun Bearings — And Can They Be Fixed?

staff@jalopnik.com (Marko Mikulic) — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:25:00 +0000

A spun bearing can cause some of the biggest problems for your car's engine. Multiple factors can lead to it, and will determine whether you can make repairs.

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

staff@jalopnik.com (Collin Woodard) — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 03:25:00 +0000

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.

Why Do Rideshare Drivers Need Special Car Insurance?

staff@jalopnik.com (Erik Sherman) — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 01:25:00 +0000

You're a driver for Uber or Lyft, and you get into an accident. Surely the company's insurance will cover you, right? Ah, but there's a catch or two.

It's Not Your Imagination, Diesel Prices Are Going Up Faster Than Gas Or Oil

staff@jalopnik.com (Lalita Chemello) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:25:00 +0000

While fuel costs have skyrocketed across the board in recent weeks, diesel prices have been rising noticeably faster than gas in the U.S. Here's why.

F1 Teams Unanimously Agree To Midseason Rules Tweaks

staff@jalopnik.com (Ryan Erik King) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 21:29:59 +0000

When push comes to shove, F1 can't truly experiment anymore because one of the championship's many vested interests will threaten to derail everything.

I Want To Be Like The Gears And Gasoline Guys When I Grow Up

staff@jalopnik.com (Brad Brownell) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 21:25:00 +0000

Don't worry, these guys aren't just building trailer queens that get trotted out for a fast lap or two.

Keanu Reeves Raced This Supercharged Scion tC, And Now You Can, Too

staff@jalopnik.com (Brad Brownell) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:25:09 +0000

If you've already jacked into the Matrix and downloaded the good driver file, maybe you'll want to pick up this wild factory-built racer for a song.

This Is The Cheapest New American Subcompact SUV You Can Buy

staff@jalopnik.com (Dave Goldberg) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:05:00 +0000

The Chevrolet Trax is the cheapest new subcompact SUV from an American brand. But how does it stack up against rivals like the Hyundai Venue and Nissan Kicks?

Why Did Ram Switch Back To The CP3 Pump?

staff@jalopnik.com (Monday Goma) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:25:00 +0000

When the 2019 Rams were introduced in 2019, their 6.7-liter diesel engines used CP4.2 injection pumps, before reverting to the CP3, but why did they switch?

Spirit Airlines Seeking Bailout In Desperate Bid To Avoid Collapse

staff@jalopnik.com (Ryan Erik King) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:00:11 +0000

Spirit was in trouble long before tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz became a target in the latest forever war.

Americans Love Drive-Throughs So Much We Even Have Drive-Through Voting

staff@jalopnik.com (Logan K. Carter) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:25:00 +0000

In certain states, mobility-challenged voters who may not be be able to stand in line could cast their ballots without ever leaving their vehicle.

This Old Detroit Cemetery Is Only Open Twice A Year After A Car Factory Swallowed It

staff@jalopnik.com (Justin Hughes) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:25:00 +0000

Beth Olem Cemetery, a relic of the past when Hamtramck was nothing but farmland, still remains.

GM Patents Tech That Monitors How You're Loading Your Pickup Truck So It Can Tell You You're Doing It Wrong

staff@jalopnik.com (Justin Hughes) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:01:30 +0000

The system could detect uneven loads, or loads that exceed a truck's payload, factoring in suspension compression and whether the trick is parked on a slope.

'There's A Bubble': Car Payments Are Hitting Record Highs

staff@jalopnik.com (Chris Tsui) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:25:00 +0000

Stay well, drive safe, spend reasonably. Or don't, I'm not your dad.

The Subaru X-100 Was The Plane-Shaped Car Designed To Cross The U.S. On A Single Tank Of Gas

staff@jalopnik.com (Justin Hughes) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:05:00 +0000

The Subaru X-100, a one-off concept built with one purpose in mind: to drive across the U.S. on a single tank of gas, getting 100 MPG in the process.

DUI Suspect's 'I Need The Booze To Stay Awake' Excuse Somehow Fails To Convince Cop

staff@jalopnik.com (Collin Woodard) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:25:00 +0000

It was a smart strategy, since every officer knows the mild euphoric effects of ethanol consumption can cause drinkers to feel slightly more alert.

Makeup-Applying Cop Who Ran Over Sleeping Man And Dragged Him To His Death Won't Face Charges

staff@jalopnik.com (Collin Woodard) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:11:29 +0000

What makes this situation even worse is that witnesses had already called 911 and tried to warn Officer Devone.

Afeela Is Dead, But Sony And Honda Are Still Pretending They're Automotive Partners

staff@jalopnik.com (Amber DaSilva) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:28:39 +0000

We're looking at the slow death of Sony Honda Mobility, as well as targeted pricing for the new Nissan Xterra, VW downsizing production, and more.

These Are The Ultimate Stealth Wealth Cars Currently On Sale

staff@jalopnik.com (Andy Kalmowitz) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:25:00 +0000

If your car is on the list, would you mind Venmoing me a couple bucks? Thanks in advance.