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How GMs Supercar Killer From The 80s Would Stack Up Today

Nearly four decades after its debut, the 1987 Buick GNX still holds its own against many modern performance vehicles.

2024-09-07T10:08:37Z

Big trucks, SUVs could look very different in the near future

The new proposal may change your family cars for good.

2024-09-10T23:23:45Z

Driving Koenigsegg’s 1,600 HP Jesko Attack Looks Like A Wild Ride

This beast isn't just a straight-line warrior - it also handles exceptionally well

2024-09-13T00:36:56Z

Reliable Auto Engines That Simply Refuse To Die

Ever wondered what engine's refuse to quit? We've got the list.

2024-09-10T06:10:07Z

13 Daily Drivers That Are Secretly Supercars

You'd never know there's speed under these hoods.

2024-05-13T10:28:55Z

Video: Toyota Corolla GRMN Finally Spied For The First Time

The GT3 RS-style fender vents and extra hood cooling are dead giveaways, as is the larger wing.

2024-09-12T22:57:35Z

The Corvette Zora Prototype Shows Us That Chevy Still Has A Few Tricks Up Its Sleeve

A slightly tweaked, covered, ZR1 was spotted running laps around the Green Hell, and it looks to be the highly-anticipated Zora.

2024-09-12T03:25:35Z

This electric car takes gas, is popular in China, and could address every gripe Americans have with pure EVs

An emerging segment of EVs known as extended-range electric vehicles could address range anxiety and the spotty charging network in the US.

2024-08-18T03:45:02Z

How The Compact, Affordable Tesla Model 2 Could Be The Answer To Chinese EVs

Elon Musk told analysts in 2023 that it will be about half the cost of the Model 3 and Y platform", which means it could take on cheap Chinese EVs.

2024-09-11T21:10:37Z

24 Best New Cars Worth Their Price Tag

Take your pick, we love them all.

2024-07-01T18:17:36Z

Six Beautiful Cars From Brands Long Since Departed

“Fallen Flags” is a phrase familiar to railfans, aviation buffs and trucking industry aficionados. It signifies companies and brands that no longer exist. It also applies to automotive enthusiasts and represents auto manufacturers that are dearly departed. These include brands such as Studebaker, Packard, DeSoto, Plymouth, Saab and Nash, just to name a few. You… The post Six Beautiful Cars From Brands Long Since Departed appeared first on The...

2024-07-15T18:09:14Z

Consumer Reports lists first-ever ranking of most reliable used cars to buy

Consumer Reports did a brand ranking for used car reliability of five- to 10-year-old cars and here are the brands that are most and least reliable.

2024-08-29T01:34:41Z

10 Used American SUVs That Are Reliable And Cheap

You can enjoy a reliable, affordable, and impressive used American SUV without spending a fortune.

2024-08-31T07:05:48Z

10 Used Supercars That Are Cheaper Than A New Chevy Corvette

Looking for high-performance supercars at an affordable price? These used supercars can be had for less than the cost of a new Chevy Corvette.

2024-08-26T11:03:58Z

I Bought a 2024 Tesla EV — Here’s 14 Things They Don’t Tell You

Bought it, tried it myself, and here's what to know.

2024-07-02T09:49:59Z

Here's What's Happening With Mazda's Rotary Sports Car Revival

Mazda's iconic sports car is being revived... At least we hope so.

2024-09-01T10:00:41Z

America’s grandest auto company? The Rise and Fall of Packard

America’s grandest auto company? The Rise and Fall of Packard

2024-09-08T09:29:21Z

Sports Cars Going To Automotive Heaven In 2025

We look at which sports cars are facing the chopping block this year.

2024-09-10T10:05:12Z

15 American Car Brands That No Longer Exist, and Here's Why

Once upon a time, nameplates like Pontiac, Studebaker and Oldsmobile graced American roads with their distinctive designs and innovative features. But what exactly happened to these iconic car brands? Here, we'll dive into 15 once-popular American car brands that no longer exist and what just happened to them…

2024-07-24T13:42:46Z

13 Best Upper-Class Cars of 2024

Purchasing a car is one of the biggest financial decisions you can make, and in most cases, it’s not an appreciating asset like a house. Thanks to their high incomes and net worth, the upper class can afford much more expensive and luxurious cars than the rest of us, and there’s no shortage of vehicles for them to choose from. We’ve gathered some of the best upper-class cars on the market in 2024. While they cost a fortune, they’re also well-equipped to justify their price tags.

2024-07-19T13:20:26Z

Toyota's Most Powerful 4-Cylinder Engine

In need of a four-banger that can put out more than 400 lb-ft of torque? Toyota has your solution.

2024-08-26T01:58:05Z

Best Convertibles for 2024 and 2025

Our favorite fun-loving droptops are perfect for feeling the wind in your hair, and the range of prices and performance levels fit any budget and need for speed.

2024-09-05T16:16:45Z

Cheap, Fast Cars To Buy In 2024

Can you drive a fun car and fit it into your budget? You can if you choose one of these cheap, fast cars available for 2024.

2024-09-10T03:09:56Z

Lotus Eletre Will Start at $229,000 Thanks to 100% Tariffs on Chinese EVs

The all-new Carbon model arrives loaded by Q1 of 2025.

2024-09-12T15:27:48Z

MG says the first cars with solid state batteries will arrive as early as next year

Solid State Battery technology promises faster charging times, longer range and lighter battery packs... and it's arrivign sooner than you think.

2024-09-07T00:10:26Z

9 Things We Want From The Ford Mustang Sedan

If Ford is serious about building a Mustang Sedan, then these are the things we want from it.

2024-08-31T05:15:17Z

GM’s Faulty Gearbox Class-Action Conundrum

Oh, the joys of modern automotive technology. Just when you thought electric cars were stealing all the headlines for their teething problems, good ol’ internal combustion engines remind us they still have plenty of gremlins bothering their owners. The timely reminder comes courtesy of a class-action lawsuit aimed squarely at General Motors and their allegedly faulty transmissions. It seems roughly 800,000 vehicles from Cadillac, Chevrolet, and...

2024-09-02T20:00:38Z

23 Affordable McLaren Supercars Available Today

Forgive me for being negative. But as you will soon find out, there is no such thing as a ‘cheap McLaren.’ It’s a supercar, after all. And if wishes were McLarens, beggars would own supercar rentals. Here’s the thing. Since 1963, McLaren has built a name for itself as a top-tier track-focused performance car automaker, annihilating its European competitors like Ferrari and Lamborghini on and off the track. As such, the appropriate thing to say is not cheap but attainable. These are the McLaren models (used and new) that fall under the bracket of ‘affordable’ supercars (we tweaked the title to avoid any confusion). We’ve also included the average price and reasons why they’d be considered affordable, even though they carry an emblem synonymous with premium automotive performance excellence.

2024-09-12T09:48:29Z

Car expert finds Tesla with original powerpack and nearly half a million miles on it: 'People aren't understanding how significant this is'

"The world needs more stories about high mileage EV batteries." Car expert finds Tesla with original powerpack and nearly half a million miles on it: 'People aren't understanding how significant this is' first appeared on The Cool Down.

2024-09-12T00:16:51Z

Find of the Day: 1988 Chevrolet Corvette Callaway Twin Turbo Convertible

Reeves Callaway (1947-2023) cemented his eponymous firm’s steadily growing reputation by turbocharging naturally aspirated cars like the BMW 320i, Volkswagen Rabbit GTI, and the Alfa Romeo GTV 6. But it was Callaway Engineering’s thorough reworking of the fourth-generation Corvette into the Callaway Twin Turbo Corvette that really put his company on the map with enthusiasts.… The post Find of the Day: 1988 Chevrolet Corvette Callaway Twin Turbo...

2024-09-12T13:06:37Z

UAW, U.S. dealers increase criticism of Stellantis CEO over cuts, sales declines

Stellantis' U.S. dealer network has joined the UAW union in criticizing CEO Carlos Tavares for recent sales declines, production cuts and other decisions.

2024-09-12T16:23:53Z

Enjoy Economical Motoring In Studebaker’s 1962 Lark

In the early 1960s, if you were car-shopping on a budget but didn’t fancy a Falcon, vie for a Valiant, or crave a Chevy II or Corvair, you had options from independent marques like AMC’s Rambler American and the Studebaker Lark. The low-priced cars from South Bend appealed to a different type of consumer who was… The post Enjoy Economical Motoring In Studebaker’s 1962 Lark appeared first on The Online Automotive Marketplace.

2024-09-11T14:21:12Z

Corvette Zora Will Be The Chevy-Badged Hypercar To Vanquish Ferraris

As if the 1,064-hp ZR1 wasn't wild enough, the Bowtie brand is already writing the next chapter in the C8's history.

2024-09-12T07:20:32Z

2026 Porsche Cayenne EV Spied Towing In The Alps

Porsche has been caught doing some light towing with the Cayenne EV in the Alps with a small trailer and a wing man bringing up the rear.

2024-09-12T01:25:44Z

6 Chevrolet Models That Ruled The 1980s

After new fuel regulations and shortages, the 1970s weren't a great era for American cars. In the 1980s, that changed. These Chevys were the best of the decade.

2024-08-23T20:27:26Z

13 Pricey Sports Cars and Their Affordable Alternatives

Porsche recently unveiled the latest iteration of the quintessential sports car – the 992.2-gen Porsche 911. We predict you’ll be hearing a lot about this sports car for a long time. Even folks who’ve never seen the inside of the car will have plenty to say about the 911’s departure from its traditional naturally-aspirated flat-sixes to a hybrid drive system. It marks the first time in over six decades that Porsche would equip a road-going 911 with a hybrid powertrain. It probably won’t matter what you think of this shift if you can’t fork over around $115,000 to get one. It doesn’t have to be a sad reality, though. There’s always an Emira for every Evija: A 370Z for every 8 Series. Indeed, the market brims with alternatives that capture these elite sports cars’ spirit, performance, and excitement at a fraction of the cost.

2024-06-05T13:56:48Z

27 Best and Worst Sports Cars of 2024

We've ranked these cars based on a combination of driving experience, standard features, design aesthetics, and overall value. So, buckle up and get ready to uncover your dream sportscar!

2024-06-21T11:02:26Z

2024 Toyota LandCruiser 79 Series 2.8-litre Review

With the Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series 4.5-litre V8 turbo-diesel now retired, the equally powerful 2.8-litre 4-cylinder 1GD-FTV engine is the only engine option available for the Australian market. You can choose an automatic or manual transmission, but we’re behind the wheel of the six-speed automatic for this review. Putting the nail in the V8 has […]

2024-09-13T02:51:33Z

A Private Detective Found His Trans Am. It Was Under a Tree in Alabama.

Joe Gransden regretted selling his 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am decades ago and launched a quest to recover it.

2024-09-08T12:11:59Z

10 Dumb Auto Trends Consumers Wish Would Stop

Trends that, while innovative, have also managed to raise more than a few eyebrows and stir up the auto community.

2024-03-08T14:17:38Z

The 10 Quickest Six-Cylinder Sports Cars Available In 2024

In the right hands, six-cylinders is more than enough.

2024-09-11T06:19:53Z

7 Cars That Jay Leno Loves And What Makes Them Great

Jay Leno's car collection is the stuff of legends, and these seven vehicles stand out as special, unique pieces of history.

2024-09-05T15:18:00Z

The Best 3-row SUVs Under $40,000 for Back To School Carpools, Family Travel and Daily Driving

A Girls Guide to Cars

2024-08-30T17:33:38Z

A Sheltered Life In Upstate New York Turned This 1967 Buick Electra 225 Into A Time Capsule

In hindsight, witnessing the replacement of long-heralded model names during the late Fifties shouldn’t have come as a surprise to the public. A case study is Buick. While Special, Super, Century, Roadmaster, and Limited spoke volumes about each model’s purpose and division hierarchy, those names–which began appearing in 1935–had inevitably lost some punch. Like it… The post A Sheltered Life In Upstate New York Turned This 1967 Buick Electra 225...

2024-09-02T14:32:32Z

1,070 Horsepower Makes The Dodge Hornet Even Cooler

Dodge's new electric brute can hit 60 mph in just 1.4 seconds.

2024-09-09T22:34:17Z

Every Major Pickup Truck Brand Ranked Worst To Best

Pickup trucks serve nearly every possible purpose both on and off road, but not all of today's makes and models are create equal.

2024-09-10T18:14:51Z

Listen To The Next-Gen Porsche 911 GT2 RS As It Accelerates

Get ready to hear the raw power of the next-gen Porsche 911 GT2 RS as it accelerates with fierce intensity. This video captures the spine-tingling sound of its high-performance engine roaring to life, showcasing the thrilling acceleration and unmistakable exhaust notes that make this GT2 RS a true beast on the road. Perfect for Porsche enthusiasts and car lovers who crave the sound of pure speed and engineering excellence!

2024-09-05T01:37:45Z

The $100,000 electric truck market is here. A guide to pickups from Tesla, GM, Rivian and Ford

The U.S. electric truck market includes the Tesla Cybertruck, Ford F-150 Lightning, Rivian R1T and GM's GMC Hummer EV, GMC Sierra Denali and Chevy Silverado.

2024-09-07T12:03:06Z

10 Rare JDM Imports That Are Worth Every Penny

Most Japanese performance cars are quick, affordable, and built to last decades. But sometimes, the best ones don’t make it to the US. Instead, they are kept in Japan for the locals to enjoy. Fortunately, foreign cars can be imported into the US once they are 25 years old. That means any Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) car built in 1999 or earlier is now eligible for import. There are plenty of awesome cars to choose from, so we’ve narrowed the list to 10 of the rarest and coolest JDM models ever made. Most are eligible for import immediately, while a handful have a few years to go before you can have one parked in your driveway. If you simply can’t wait, we’ve included one special model that’s always been available in the US – at a price.

2024-04-30T11:34:19Z

Why Britain is standing aside as the West battles cheap Chinese electric cars

Within weeks, nearly all of Britain’s closest allies will have hit Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) with crippling trade tariffs. The import duties being imposed by the United States, Canada and the European Union – as high as 100pc in some cases – are designed to stop China flooding Western markets with ultra-cheap cars that undermine domestic manu...

2024-09-12T08:04:42Z