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The Baddest Corvette From Each Generation

Chevy Corvette: icon of American sports cars and timeless powerhouse. Here are some of the baddest from each generation.

2024 Jeep Gladiator Mojave Pickup Keeps On Truckin'

Jeep's desert-running pickup gets a few mild tech upgrades and a new X trim for 2024.

Map shows the US states with the most electric vehicles

As the undisputed leader in electric vehicle adoption, California boasts an impressive 2,315.23 EVs per 100,000 people

Mercedes-Benz revamps its electric cars with a game-changing new feature for 2024

It's a time for much optimism as companies of all sizes are capitalizing on technology that ensures clean air, water, and food for resilient communities. Mercedes-Benz revamps its electric cars with a game-changing new feature for 2024 first appeared on The Cool Down.

Watch Out for These 10 Car Brands With Poor Engine Ratings

When you buy a luxury automobile with a hefty price tag of $80,000, give or take, you expect it to last. In fact, you might even expect a seamless experience, with visits to the mechanic only for...

Google is trying to solve one of Americans' top concerns about having an EV

Electric vehicles with Google's built-in maps will show charging stations along the route and Google Travel will show hotels with chargers.

13 Best Used Cars Worth Their Price Tag

Buying used cars has always been a slippery slope. With cars becoming more and more reliable and the economy less and less supportive, used cars are a more appealing option than ever. But all used listings aren’t created equal. Some cars hold up better than others long-term. So we hit the hunt for the best used cars that are actually worth their money. We prioritized vehicles with high safety and reliability ratings and low ownership costs, ensuring used models have limited unresolved problems. And in the spirit of accessibility, these 13 models can all be copped used for less than ten grand.

Top Reliability Picks: Ranking America's Midsize Pickup Trucks

Discover the most dependable midsize pickups in the US. Find your reliable ride with our comprehensive rankings and insights.

24 Best Cars of 2024 That Leave Us Swooning

Are you looking for something new to drive? Buying a new car should be fun, but with so many options, many people dread the prospect. There are over 50 car brands and more than 250 models available in the U.S.; picking the right one can be a little daunting. Then, you still need to choose between combustion engines, electric motors, or a combination of the two. And don’t forget about body styles. To make it all less stressful, we have picked 24 of the best Internal Combustion (ICE), electric and hybrid cars, trucks, and SUVs of 2024 so far for you to choose from. These made the list for their price point, performance specs and reliability.

6 Of The Most Popular Classic Chevrolets Ever (And What They're Worth Today)

From the Corvette to the Impala, many Chevrolets need no introduction. Here are some of the most popular classics and what they're going for today.

Are electric vehicles really that sustainable? These are the environmental problems they don't fix.

CoPilot analyzed academic studies and federal and news sources to illustrate America's uphill battle to electrify vehicles.

What Was the Last New Vehicle with a Pushrod Four-Cylinder Sold in USA?

It turns out overhead cams weren’t just a passing fad.

The First Supercharged Corvette E-Ray Makes an Audacious Sound on the Dyno

Electric power to the front axle, forced induction to the rear.

The Mercedes 500E Is the Greatest Benz Porsche Ever Built

Porsche’s first production sedan was a Mercedes-Benz.

2024 Shelby American Super Snake Revealed As 830-HP+ Coupe Or Convertible

Shelby American launches its first S650-based Ford Mustang creation, and it's a monster.

5 Reasons To Get Excited About The New Nissan Armada

Infiniti recently launched the all-new QX80, showing us what to expect from the next-generation Nissan Armada.

6 Cars That Sold for Big Money at Auctions — and What Makes Them Worth the Cost

There are car lovers and then there are car lovers, people who are ready to splurge and spend millions of dollars on them. Check Out: 5 Japanese Cars To Stay Away From BuyingRead Next: 3 Ways To...

New Nissan GT-R and Z Generations Are Reportedly Coming

That just leaves the questions of when the cars will arrive and what each will actually be when they show up.

Unintended acceleration leads to recall of every Cybertruck produced so far

That isn't what Tesla meant by Full Self-Driving Tesla has issued a recall notice for every single Cybertruck it has produced thus far, a sum of 3,878 vehicles.… Tody's recall notice [PDF] by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration states that Cybertrucks have a defect on the accelerator pedal, which can get wedged against the interior of the car, keeping it pushed down. The pedal actually comes in two parts: the pedal itself and then...

Lamborghini Reveals The Limited Edition Huracán Sterrato Ad Personam Special Series

The Ad Personam Special Series is what supercar overlanding dreams are made of.

13 Classic Cars For Every Gearhead’s Bucket List

Add these classics to your bucket list.

4 Japanese Auto Manufacturers That Still Use Diesel Engines

Diesel engines may not be as prevalent as they once were, but you don't have to head overseas in order to find a Japanese vehicle that has one.

2025 Cadillac Escalade V Spied with Dashboard-Spanning Screen

Spy photos show the refreshed full-size luxury SUV undisguised with a restyled face and a redesigned interior dominated by a huge display.

Under Restoration: The One-Off 1964 Corvair Built for Former Chevrolet General Manager "Bunkie" Knudsen

A number of factory customs were built for or at the behest of Semon “Bunkie” Knudsen during his tenure as Chevrolet’s general manager, from 1961-65. They included a couple of well-known Corvette styling cars, but also a unique, turbocharged 1964 Corvair Monza Spyder that was recently acquired by Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance founder Bill Warner. It’s undergoing restoration at Werner Meier’s facility Masterworks Automotive Services, just...

We've Ranked the Best Pickup Trucks Available in 2024

From compact runabouts to heavy-duty haulers, trucks have impressive versatility. Here are the best pickup trucks in every segment that will meet your needs.

The biggest automotive myths – and why they’re wrong

A close look at some of the most mistaken beliefs in the world of cars

Mercedes’ new EQS looks a lot more like an S-Class

Mercedes-Benz has released a preview of its 2025 EQS electric vehicle model that comes with a new grille design featuring chrome slats against a deep black background along with a standing star on its hood. With just those changes, the upcoming EQS more clearly resembles Benz's S-Class vehicles, its counterpart in the automaker's non-EV lineup, than its predecessor does. In addition to the more traditional Benz look and upgrades that make its...

Cadillac Shows Off Optiq EV Interior Early

GM has given us a sneak peek at the Optiq's cabin, with clear influence from the high-end Lyriq.

The Colorful Life of Mon Chevette, The Little Commuter That Could

My story begins when I moved to Richmond, Virginia, to earn my degree from dental school. I was driving borrowed family cars to use; essentially whatever was available from a motley collection. One was an ancient Mercedes-Benz 220. I was fairly knowledgeable about cars and had already had a lively and intimate history when I met Marybeth. I knew she was special, and she seemed to be interested in me too, but various distractions prevented us...

Unveiling the Best Affordable Sports Coupe with 300+ Horsepower

The Chevy Camaro sports coupe packs over 300 horsepower without draining your wallet.

15 Impressive Electric Cars Delivering Up to 500 Miles on a Single Charge

We all know the issues with electric cars at this stage of development: lack of charging infrastructure, degradation of the battery, failure to operate well in cold weather, less reliability than internal combustion engines, and price tags out of reach for most Americans. However, improved technology is extending their range, with even the least expensive EVs journeying more than 200 miles on one charge. Wealth of Geeks has created a list of electric cars with the most impressive range, drawing on information from auto industry and consumer sources. The cars with the most impressive range on our list can travel more than 500 miles on a single charge. Auto industry experts believe electric cars will eventually reach the 600-mile range or more by the late 2020s.

Junkyard Discoveries from Ron’s Auto Salvage in Allison, Iowa

Enjoy our tour of one of America’s most interesting junkyards

The Pros And Cons Of Owning Toyota's $13,000 Pickup Truck

The incredibly low price of Toyota's Hilux Champ may be enticing. However, the bare-bones features and customizable design may not be for every driver.

Cadillac’s Electric Push Includes the Opulent Velocity Concept

The brand plans to continue the V-Series’ emphasis on performance, but with EVs

Carspotting: Hot Rodders Invade L.A. High School

The metallic-blue foursome voted Best Exhibit by L.A. High School students would've been hard to beat at any auto show, anywhere, in 1954 (or 2024, for that matter). Sparks & Bonney Automotive sponsored white crew uniforms and professional paint with lettering, all rarities for race cars that operated on dirt. These flathead-powered 1934 and '32 Ford coupes (each chopped four inches) and 1929 and '32 roadsters helped keep the Glendale Headers at...

10 of the Greatest Corvettes of All Time

There have been a lot of great Corvettes since the model debuted in 1953. These are the best.

The 2025 Toyota 4Runner Is a Throwback to When SUVs Were Trucks

The new 4Runner is everything expected with nods to a 40-year heritage.

2024 Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600: Germany's Ultra-Luxe Bougie Swiss Army Knife

Yes, it makes for a fabulous snow-driving dance partner. Yes, its champagne cooler can keep meat products cold as well.

This 2009 Dodge Charger Ute Conversion Has A 392ci Hemi And A Proper Manual Transmission

“I kept talking about doing it,” Troy Azmoon of San Diego, California recalls. “And finally one of my friends was just like, ‘Stop talking about it and do it.’ So I kinda just dove in and made it happen.” A true labor of love, he says that it took more than 1,200 man-hours to create his vision for the perfect modern Mopar muscle car. The effort ultimately required components from three different vehicles to bring it to life, along with a lot of...

Cars Are the No. 1 Wealth Killer: 17 Ways Buying a Vehicle Drains Your Wallet

Getting a new car is awesome. But buying a new car is stressful, expensive and filled with traps set by skilled salespeople who -- even the most honest among them -- are trying to get as much of your...

2025 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban First Look

25 Cheapest Fast Cars in 2023 and 2024, Ranked By Top Speed

Discover 25 affordable rides of 2023-2024! From sleek coupes to sporty hatchbacks, find your need for speed on a budget.

Every Suzuki GSX Model, Ranked By Power

While the GSX250R serves as the entry point, the GSX-R1000R headlines the lineup in 2024

5 Classic Oldsmobiles Everyone Forgot About

Even though its not still in business, Oldsmobile had an impressive run in the automotive market. Here are five of our favorites that many have forgotten.

Rivian hopes its latest update will help solve the most annoying part of EV ownership

New software helps EV drivers with a common dilemma.

What Made The 1949 Ford So Influential On The Future Of Car Design

Ford's first post-World War II model wasn't just a hit -- it also completely redefined the way automobiles were designed from that point forward.

These Are The 5 Oldest Car Brands In The World

Not long after the first car was invented in 1886, the automotive industry took off. Here are some of the oldest car manufacturing brands in the world.

Why Aren't There More V4 Engines In Cars?

V4 engines are still commonplace in certain high performance motorcycles, but decades ago, were more widely used in commuter sports cars and race cars.

“We’re not shoving anything down anyone’s throat,” Ford exec says about EVs

The Ford family member says that political uncertainty is complicating his business.

6 Of The Coolest German Muscle Cars Ever Built

German engineering has produced plenty of cool muscle cars just as capable of pinning drivers against their seatbacks as any Mustang, Roadrunner, or Cutlass.