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The market for used EVs is so hot right now

Sales of used electric vehicles continued their surge in July, jumping 7.7 percent from June and 10.1 percent compared to last year, according to data Cox Automotive released today. New EVs, in contrast, saw only modest 3.2 percent month-over-month growth and were down 41.5 percent from 2025. “The used market is so hot,” Scott Case, CEO of Recurren...

Are most semi-trucks automatic or manual?

Semi-trucks have been around a long time and are important to our economy. We examine if most semi-trucks these days are automatic or manual.

49ers coach Kyle Shanahan says Tesla Autopilot was in use before the head-on crash

1,020HP Tesla Plaid faces 1,000HP McLaren 720S drag race

A 1,020-horsepower Tesla Model S Plaid takes on a modified McLaren 720S Spider producing roughly 1,000 horsepower at the engine. The McLaren uses upgraded downpipes, air filters, and custom tuning to produce approximately 850 horsepower at the wheels. The Tesla relies on three electric motors, all-wheel drive, and instant torque to deliver strong acceleration from a complete stop. Before racing, its battery is at approximately 73 percent, which reduces some of its performance compared with a full charge. Plaid Mode and Drag Strip Mode are activated to prepare the electric drivetrain for the quarter-mile runs. The McLaren enters the matchup with a major weight advantage and strong acceleration once speeds begin to rise. From the starting line, the Tesla uses its immediate power delivery to gain an early advantage. The lighter McLaren then works to close the gap farther down the track with its tuned twin-turbo performance. The quarter-mile results show the two cars running extremely close despite using completely different approaches to straight-line speed. The matchup demonstrates how battery charge, vehicle weight, launch traction, and high-speed power delivery can determine the outcome between two cars with similar horsepower.

America wants more American-made cars, but buyers will pay big time

Strict domestic manufacturing rules and escalating trade tariffs will drive up vehicle prices and severely impact automotive affordability for domestic buyers

BMW M340i vs Audi S5 vs Mercedes-AMG C43: The oldest car still wins

Copying one source is considered plagiarism. Copying several sources is research. Perhaps AI models use that loophole of logic to justify their existence, but at times one could accuse the big three German luxury automakers of doing something very similar. For decades Audi, BMW, and Mercedes have ...

Toyota’s GR GT spills more of its secrets at Laguna Seca

A trackside deep dive during Monterey Car Week showcases more of the tech and tricks behind Gazoo Racing’s remarkable new supercar.

The Honda Ridgeline started a new kind of truck segment

20 years ago, the Honda Ridgeline brought buyers a new kind of truck, and with little to challenge it, Honda still runs the show.

2001 Honda S2000 for sale with 20,000 miles shown

A pristine 20k-mile 2001 Honda S2000 in Silverstone Metallic hits Bring a Trailer with an enticingly low starting bid, offering pure analog driving joy.

Porsche saves the manual transmission: New Carrera S MT package explained

Porsche is reinforcing its commitment to driving purists with the official introduction of the 2027 911 Carrera S MT (Manual Transmission) package. This targeted offering ensures that the traditional three-pedal driving experience remains alive and well in an increasingly automated modern sports car era. According to an official statement by Porsche, this decision was made… The post Porsche Saves the Manual Transmission: New Carrera S MT Package...

5 of the coolest JDM cars worth importing

Some cool JDM cars never made it to the United States or Canada, but these 5 vehicles are now eligible to be imported -- if you can get your hands on them.

Jay Leno unveils a forgotten $10 million Mercedes Gullwing treasure

With classic cars, one would have ordinary discoveries, and the second category are rediscovered legends. The tales of the lost garages, dusty barns, and the lost treasures have always been attractive to the enthusiasts. In many cases, such stories result in deteriorated old cars of low prices. However, there are occasions, when a discovery occurs that is so extraordinary that it seems as though the discovery is a lost fragment of history. Such...

America had electric cars 100 years ago - then the industry buried them for profit

Electric cars were already beating gas-powered vehicles more than 100 years ago, with quieter engines, easier driving, and successful races against gasoline competitors in American cities. But despite their early success, electric vehicles were pushed aside by oil interests, mass-produced gas cars, industry lobbying, and cultural marketing that reshaped the future of transportation. This video explores how companies like GM later repeated the pattern by crushing successful electric car programs like the EV1, and why many believe America delayed the electric vehicle revolution for decades. It also examines how politics, infrastructure, and corporate interests continue shaping the future of transportation today.

What's the fastest car you've ever driven?

There's no shortage of fast cars out there, so what's the speediest you've (legally) driven?

2025 Tesla Model X

Read our expert 2025 Tesla Model X review covering performance, pricing, features, specs, fuel economy, warranty details, and photos of this midsize electric SUV.

2015 Lexus RC 350 - Review & test drive - F Sport

The 2015 Lexus RC 350 F Sport features a 3.5L V6 engine with DOHC, 24 valves, variable valve timing, and produces 306 HP and 277 lb-ft of torque. The vehicle puts the power down with an 8 speed automatic transmission with steering wheel mounted paddle shifters. This review will cover the exterior, engine and performance data, suspension, interior, infotainment system, and a test drive. Features Include: Drive mode select: ECO, Normal, Sport, and Snow Double wishbone front suspension Multi-link rear suspension Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) ABS, EBD, BA LED Headlamps low & high beam LED Daytime running lights (DRL) Dual chrome exhaust 10 airbags Lexus Enform Safety Connect Frameless Rear View Mirror, Auto Dimming Genuine Wood Trim Bluetooth Hands Free Phone & Audio Streaming Options Include: Foglamps F Sport Package (19 in wheels, summer tires, blind spot monitor, heated and ventilated F Sport seats, perforated steering wheel and shift knob, aluminum pedals, power steering column, adaptive variable suspension (AVS) & Sport+ mode) Navigation System/Mark Levinsion Premium Audio (17 speakers, 835 Watts), back up camera Intuitive Parking Assist Special Paint Moonroof Variable Gear Ratio Steering (VGRS)

2027 Kia K4

Use the table of contents to jump to a section The 2027 Kia K4 compact sedan and hatchback are two modern contenders that arrived for the 2025 and 2026 model years, respectively, and wade into battle with rival compacts like the Toyota Corolla and Honda Civic. Both body styles are offered with a ...

Chery acquires Nissan South Africa plant for manufacturing and exports

Stellantis may sell Toronto-area assembly plant

Currently idle, there's no guarantee of an automotive future for the Brampton Assembly Plant.

10 cars that helped launch the postwar automotive boom

Here’s our first good look at Ford’s new hypercar

Take your first good look at the racer Ford will send to Le Mans in 2027.

JLR to build US-specific Defender models with Stellantis

Tariffs drive change: JLR faces 10–15% import duties on vehicles shipped to the U.S. and aims to cut costs by building locally with Stellantis. New Defender line: The plan includes developing new Defender-branded models for untapped U.S. segments, potentially on Jeep Wrangler-based platforms. China sales slump: Falling demand in China is pushing JLR to focus on the U.S., which now accounts for its highest profit margins.

2019 Toyota Corolla LE sedan 1.8L top speed autobahn drive POV

Certainly! Here's the new description with all links removed: --- Amazon (US) Amazon (DE) 2019 Toyota Corolla le Sedan 1.8L 98 kW / 132 hp / 134 ps 1.8L Petrol Gasoline Engine 1798 cm3 / 109.7 cui 4-Cylinder 173 Nm / 128 ft-lb CVT-Automatic autobahn drive by Izeezy The German Autobahn has no speed limit but you should not race on it! Obey the rules and respect other drivers. Driven by an experienced Driver!

We tested Toyota’s extra-sporty RAV4, which has 324 HP, a huge rear wing, and a lowered suspension

This souped-up version of the plug-in hybrid RAV4 bravely goes where no other compact SUV dares.

Tesla Model Y V2L launch covers all premium trims; older builds need $1,750 upgrade

Tesla Model Y Vehicle-to-Load capability now covers all US Premium trims via an $80 Outlet Adapter, but only vehicles built with the new PCS2 power conversion hardware after October 2025 can use it. Older owners face a $1,750 parts-only retrofit procedure that most EV journalists call financially impractical -- check your VIN before you buy.

Xpeng G9L lands in 119 Chinese showrooms with VLA AI upgrade rivals cannot match yet

Xpeng G9L arrives in 119 Chinese showrooms as pre-sales open at $38,500, carrying the first major upgrade to Xpeng's second-generation VLA AI driving model on three Turing chips at 2,250 TOPS - a compute threshold no rival has matched - plus a 995-mile EREV range. European premiere set for Paris Motor Show in October 2026.

10 compact cars with the best crash-test scores for teen drivers

Photos: Remote-controlled Tesla Cybertruck hits 111 mph before massive crash test

A full-size Tesla Cybertruck hit 111 mph at a private racetrack before crashing into a parked Ford F-150 during a recent test by WhistlinDiesel and Prop Department. The team converted the truck into a remote-controlled vehicle in just three days. They used motors, mechanical linkages, wiring, and an FPV camera so a person could control the Cybertruck from outside the cabin. Prop Department had just three days to finish the conversion. They used parts already in their workshop instead of waiting for new ones. The team took out the front seats to fit the equipment and bolted in a custom frame with laser-cut brackets to keep everything secure during testing. A stepper motor was attached to the Cybertruck’s steering wheel using an adapter made for its steering column. This setup let the remote operator turn the wheel left or right. The system gave direct mechanical control without changing the truck’s main driving software.

Why do so many car brands have 2.0L four-cylinder engines?

Many car models that previously rocked a V6 engine have been scaled down to turbocharged 4-cylinder engines instead, but why are so many exactly 2.0 liters?

10 Suzukis that refused to die & 10 that never found an audience

Suzuki has spent decades making some of the most stubbornly reliable vehicles on the planet, the kind that outlive their own marketing budgets. It has also produced a genuinely strange run of flops that vanished from showrooms within a couple of years. Both sides say something about the company, since Suzuki tends to succeed when it keeps things small and simple, and struggles the moment it tries to compete somewhere it doesn't belong. The survivors kept going through emissions crackdowns and entire market exits, while the failures barely made it past their second model year. Here's 10 Suzukis that refused to die, and 10 that never found an audience.

2022 Porsche 911 Turbo S for sale with 3,500 miles

A 3,500-mile 992.1 Porsche 911 Turbo S in white over Bordeaux Red, live on Bring a Trailer with five days left to bid.

The Jeep Cherokee just returned only to be replaced in 3 years: TDS

Stellantis is planning to introduce a next-gen Jeep Cherokee in a remarkably short amount of time, built in the U.S. using a different architecture.

US accuses Canada of helping China avoid tariffs after opening its market to more Chinese EVs

2020 Renault Captur II 1.0L TCe 100 (100 HP) test drive

Description: 2020 Renault Captur ii 1.0L TCe 100 74 kW / 100 hp 1.0L Turbo Petrol Engine 999 cm3 / 61.0 cui 3-Cylinder 160 Nm / 118 lb-ft 5-Speed Manual test drive Interior & Cockpit Design Exterior Design Driving & Sound / pov Computer & Entertaiment on Board Light Night Design Fuel Consumption from 80 to 180 km/h and full throttle Acceleration 0-180 km/h Top Speed on German Autobahn

In China, reservations open for BYD's Sealion 08, a family SUV with a 9-minute charge

A nine-minute charge from 10% to 97% would put it among the fastest-charging vehicles on the market.

The 10 best utility coupe car-trucks of all time

You've heard of the Chevrolet El Camino, but did you know about these other "utes," also known as utility coupe car-truck hybrids?

BMW built full-size i3 and i8 display cars, and now you can buy them

Now's your chance to own a rather amusing piece of BMW history by buying these full-size replicas of the i3 and i8 used for dealer promotions

Ford gives Louisville $2B EV makeover after Escape ends

The electric cars with the highest top speed

The first Ferrari Luce in photos

RM Sotheby's said that it expected the EV to sell for more than $1.1 million before the auction.

Toyota preparing full-blown GR Prius for 2027

We’ll never get tired of talking about the Toyota Prius, especially after its latest-generation glow-up. The once-quirky hybrid now looks considerably sleeker and sportier than before, which brings us to a rumor coming out of Japan. Word from Japan’s Best Car (via Creative Trend) is that Toyota ...

These are the best Chinese EVs, according to an American who's driven dozens of them

Without access to Chinese EVs, it's easy to be jealous of their seemingly advanced tech, but it's hard to know which cars are really worth lusting after.

Ferrari Luce sells for $40m: 'Chassis 0' smashes auction record for a new car

This figure is more than 35 times the list price of the divisive EV and is the most anyone has ever paid for a brand new car at auction.

Rivian recalls nearly 4,000 EVs after supplier failed to quarantine faulty turn-signal parts

This Fast & Furious car was wanted by the FBI - then it was crushed

Before the Nissan Skyline GT-R became legal under the 25-year import rule, one company risked everything to bring it to the United States. This is the unbelievable story of Motorex - the company that crash-tested Skylines, supplied iconic cars for The Fast and the Furious, battled federal regulators, and became embroiled in one of the biggest import car scandals in American history. From million-dollar bonds and FBI investigations to stolen GT-Rs, crushed movie cars, and the disappearance of its controversial founder, this is the rise and fall of the company that changed the Skyline's legacy forever.

Are manual transmission cars more eco-friendly than automatics?

While conventional wisdom states that a manual transmission is more fuel efficient because the driver has more control, is that actually true today?

Who invented the manual transmission & which was the first car to use it?

Manual transmissions are becoming increasingly rare as electric vehicles become standard, but the history of manual transmissions is important to auto history.

8 factory trucks that arrive trail-ready out of the box

Alpine A110 R takes on Nürburgring for the first time

Alpine A110 R heads to the Nürburgring for its first lap on one of motorsport’s most closely watched circuits. The lightweight sports car is shown in a track setting that naturally draws attention from driving fans, performance car followers, and viewers interested in the Alpine lineup. As the car tackles the Nordschleife, the focus stays on the A110 R’s design, track-focused character, and how it fits into the wider world of sports cars and circuit driving. The video offers a straightforward look at a modern Alpine performance model in a demanding racing environment.

10 cars you legally cannot import into the United States