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7 Facts About The Iso Grifo, The Other Other American-V8-Powered Italian Exotic

staff@jalopnik.com (Chloe Clougher) — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 23:25:00 +0000

The Iso Grifo was one of the coolest European cars to make use of American muscle. Here are seven fun facts about this rare vehicle that you should know.

14,000-Mile 1970 AMC AMX For Sale Is Perfect For Muscle Car Fans Heading Off The Beaten Path

staff@jalopnik.com (Erik Sherman) — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 19:25:00 +0000

It isn't perfect, but with a bit of wear, this AMX isn't precious, either. Someone should buy this manual, V8-powered AMX and put some miles on it.

Texas Declares 'Statewide Disaster' Over Diesel Prices, Allows Truckers To Fill Up With Home Heating Oil

staff@jalopnik.com (Amber DaSilva) — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 18:25:00 +0000

Home heating oil and diesel fuel are, functionally, identical.

TSA, Like Your Local Grocery Store, Says Workers Aren't Allowed To Sit

staff@jalopnik.com (Amber DaSilva) — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 18:11:02 +0000

The Trump Administration seems to really hate the Transportation Security Administration.

Elon Musk And Delta's Ed Bastian Are Fighting, Y'all

staff@jalopnik.com (Collin Woodard) — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 16:44:16 +0000

Grab the popcorn.

Ford CEO Says U.S. Must Not Fall To Scourge Of Chinese Cars, It's Already 'Too Late' For Europe

staff@jalopnik.com (Amber DaSilva) — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:33:39 +0000

Plus epublicans figuring out how to ban Chinese cars without banning Mercedes, China's electric trucks, and dealerships that love AI.

These Are The Best Car Videos Our Readers Have Watched On YouTube Recently

staff@jalopnik.com (Collin Woodard) — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:25:00 +0000

It's no surprise to us that you've got great taste. Our readers seem to enjoy informative automotive YouTube content, along with a bit of whimsy.

What's The Most Annoying Problem You Caused By Working On Your Own Car?

staff@jalopnik.com (Logan K. Carter) — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 13:25:00 +0000

Working on your own car can be an enriching experience, but if you screw something up, it can cause some serious headaches.

At $49,500, Would You Hook Up With This 1970 American General M816 Wrecker?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:25:00 +0000

With a five-ton crane and winches that can pull almost anything, this M816 is a beastly workhorse, but is there anyone willing to pay nearly $50k for it?

Parking Barnacles Are Like Facehuggers From Alien (And Might Violate California Law)

staff@jalopnik.com (Erik Sherman) — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:25:00 +0000

Whether it's with a parking boot or a windshield barnacle, there's a limit on who can immobilize your car, even if you've broken a few parking rules.

Truck Carrying 387-Foot Long Wind Turbine Blade Up A Mountain Looks Like The Most Stressful Work Day Ever

staff@jalopnik.com (Lalita Chemello) — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 03:25:00 +0000

It takes a certain level of concentration and mad skill to navigate some of the world's most remote windy, narrow mountain roads.

5 Pre-Owned Vehicles Bucking The 'Used Cars Are Getting More Expensive' Trend

staff@jalopnik.com (Brontë Wieland) — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 02:25:00 +0000

Pre-owned prices have been running rampant since Covid hit, but these five models' used values have barely changed compared to what they traded for before 2020.

This Fast Ford Impressed U.K. Enthusiasts. U.S. Enthusiasts, Sadly Not So Much

staff@jalopnik.com (Peter Nelson) — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 22:25:00 +0000

Global brands produce cars for the world, but why is it that this fast Ford caught the imagination of buyers in the U.K., yet never caught on Stateside?

Gas-Powered 2027 BMW 3 Series Has Neue Klasse Looks, But It's Not Just An i3 With An Engine

staff@jalopnik.com (Daniel Golson) — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 22:01:00 +0000

They may look similar at first, but the new 330 and 437-hp six-cylinder M350 ride on a different platform and have different proportions than their EV sibling.

7 SUVs That Depreciated Surprisingly Fast Over 5 Years

staff@jalopnik.com (Dave Goldberg) — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 20:25:00 +0000

Some SUVs hold their value extraordinarily well, while others don't - including some well-known, high-prestige brands. These seven are among the worst.

Base $65K Lexus TZ Makes Less Power Than Its Toyota And Subaru Twins

staff@jalopnik.com (Chris Tsui) — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 20:15:35 +0000

They're built on the same platform, but the all-electric Lexus TZ will be a bit slower than the less luxurious vehicles it shares underpinnings with.

What To Do When Car Repair Shops Say Your Car Is Too Unsafe To Drive

staff@jalopnik.com (Eugene Buono) — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 20:05:00 +0000

While a mechanic can't prevent you from driving away in a car they deem unsafe to drive, a failed safety inspection could make the vehicle illegal to operate.

19,000-Mile 1995 Maxda RX-7 Twin Turbo For Sale May Be Peak '90s Japanese Sports Car

staff@jalopnik.com (Michael Frank) — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 19:25:00 +0000

The Mazda RX-7 FD is one of the most iconic JDM sports cars of all time, and the fact that this one is still bone stock with low miles makes it a true unicorn.

GM Is Building 75% Fewer New Chevy Bolt EVs Than It Initially Planned

staff@jalopnik.com (Chris Tsui) — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 19:00:13 +0000

The Bolt was already slated for a limited production run, but the elimination of the federal EV tax credit means production numbers will drop by a big margin.

The Annual Sunshine Orange Subaru Crosstrek Parade Is Exactly Why The World Needs More Colorful Cars

staff@jalopnik.com (Justin Hughes) — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 18:25:00 +0000

In an endless sea of gray, silver, black, and white cars, there's a bit of joy to be found in colors like Subaru's Sunshine Orange.