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There's A Reason Some Chevy Bow Ties Are Black Instead Of Gold
Most people recognize the Chevrolet emblem as being gold, but many cars have the logo in black. Is Chevy shifting its priorities? Why are some black?
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Chevrolet (3)
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Believe It Or Not, This Stolen C7 Corvette Spent Years Underwater
The Corvette's exterior may look pristine, but there's no doubt it's suffered irreparable water damage
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Corvettes With The New 6.7-Liter V8 May Already Have An Oil Leak
Chevy's new LS6 engine delivers 535 hp and 520 lb-ft of torque but is leaking oil
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The New Chevy Bolt Needs To Be Fixed As It Sits At Dealership Lots
Chevrolet is tipped to end production of the Bolt with just 35,000 built, down from the 150,000 initially planned
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Electric Vehicles (11)
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The Avatr 07 May Be The Best Case For Chinese Cars Yet | Review
It's easy to write off new Chinese EVs, but the Avatr 07 is a genuinely compelling vehicle that proves China is no longer just playing catch-up
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Jeep Could Go Back To Basics With A Modern Willys
The promising project is still at a very early stage, but Jeep will come back with more information about it
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Leapmotor's Fast, Affordable B03 Lands In Europe, And VW And Renault Should Be Worried
Euro-market version of China’s B05 arrives in 2027 promising 242 miles of WLTP range
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Citroën Already Brought Back The 2CV, Now Its Fourgonette Van Could Get The Same Treatment
Citroën is considering reviving the 2CV-based van that powered thousands of French businesses for decades
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The Peugeot E-T16 Concept Is An Electrified Group B Rally Homage
The E-T16 concept packs 816 hp, three electric motors, and outrageous styling inspired by the legendary 205 T16 rally car
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Alfa Romeo Wants To Take On Tinder With The Junior Elettrica, But Can You Think Of A Better Way?
We can think of more romantic cars to spend our time in, but Alfa Romeo wants to bring the passion back into the dating scene
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Mitsubishi's New EV Eclipses The Leaf On Price
The badge-engineered Eclipse Sportback starts at nearly $40,000, which makes it a tough sell
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Hate Ferrari's Electric Luce? Blame Jeff Bezos
Ferrari’s chairman claims a 2016 conversation with the Amazon boss helped push the brand into making an EV
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Russia's EV Market Share Is Now Higher Than The U.S. Thanks To Fuel Shortages
Ukrainian attacks on oil refineries mean that fuel supplies are low in Russia, forcing buyers to consider EVs
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Renault's E-Space Concept Reboots A Minivan Icon
Minivans are regaining popularity in the US, and a production version of this Espace could do the same in Europe
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Lucid Air Gets OTA Infotainment Upgrade, Just Like The Gravity
The Lucid Air's updated system now has all the same features as the new Gravity
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A New Ford Bronco Has Nothing On A 1969 Model Like This
This first-gen Bronco is about as reserved as a restomod can get
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Future Cars (8)
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Tesla Drops 'Full Self-Driving' Name For 'Assisted Driving' In Europe
Tesla has changed the name of Full Self-Driving as it pushes for EU-wide approval of its advanced driver assistance technologies
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Alpine Looks To Its Past For Stunning A310 Vision Concept
This concept shares the same Alpine Performance Platform as the upcoming all-electric A110
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Opel Is Keeping The Estate Alive With Its STX Concept
The shape of the Opel's roof and rear window is reminiscent of a legendary Ferrari
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The Future Of DS Looks Very Bright Thanks To The F3VER Concept
The DS F3VER is based on the company's "Design Intelligence" approach and definitely looks the part
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Peugeot's RCZ Vision Is A Slinky Electric Coupe That Only Takes 10 Minutes To Charge
Reimagining of Peugeot’s 2010s RCZ has a solid-state battery, steer-by-wire, and rides on the new Stellantis STLA One platform
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Citroen's 2CV Is Back, And It's Still A Safe Space For Eggs
2 CV Concept revealed at the Paris Motor Show becomes €15,000 production reality by 2028
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Belgian Test Finds Tesla FSD Speeding And Trying To Pass Cyclists Illegally
A three-day Belgian test raises questions about Tesla Full Self-Driving system speed control ahead of a possible vote on wider EU approval
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Alpine's Latest Creation Has Pop-Down Headlights
The new concept could preview the upcoming Alpine A310 grand tourer with a 2+2 layout and a fully electric powertrain
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Honda Is Working On Tech That'll Let You Charge Your EV Wirelessly As You Drive
Honda initially plans to introduce this technology for large commercial vehicles
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This $1M Honda NSX Restomod Will Knock You Out Of Your White Socks And Loafers
JAS and Pininfarina joined forces to create the Tensei, which gets a 414 hp V6 with a 8,500 rpm limiter
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Hybrids (10)
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Alfa Romeo Teased A Sexy Sedan, But It's Actually Working On Something Else
Those hoping for a new generation of the Giulia are out of luck, at least for the foreseeable future
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The EU Is About To Limit How Many Chinese Hybrids Can Reach Its Shores
The number of hybrids from China being exported to Europe will be more than halved over the next four years
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Chery's Plug-In Diesel Stockman Pickup Has 469 HP
The Chery Stockman has a trio of locking rear differentials as standard equipment
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Honda Axes Plan For Civic Production In Indiana And Pushes Back Next-Gen CR-V
Honda's next-generation CR-V and Civic models will use a lighter architecture and more advanced hybrid powertrain
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Facelifted BMW M5 Spied Hauling Its Heavy Body Around The Nurburgring
The performance sedan is getting the Neue Klasse treatment with a redesigned exterior and an overhauled interior
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New Audi RS5 Is A Runaway Hit Even Before Its Global Rollout
Even Audi is shocked with the positive response of European buyers to the new generation of the RS5 which is available in Sedan and Avant bodystyles
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Aston Martin Admits It's An EV Delayer, Sticking With V8 And V12 Power
Aston Martin had been planning to launch its first EV in 2030, but it's pushed that date back
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Skoda Introduces Its First Full Hybrid
The new Octavia Hybrid offers up to 168 hp and can travel short distances on electricity alone
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Mercedes' VLE Electric Minivan Sprouts A Gas Motor
Radiator grille and two filler flaps are big giveaways that this VLE isn’t rocking a fully electric powertrain
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GM's Plug-In Hybrids Are Coming And Could Offer 70 Miles Of Electric-Only Range
After dismissing hybrids for EVs, GM is having a change of heart
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Hyundai Is Working On Both An Ioniq 4 And An Ioniq 7
Hyundai's mid-size Ioniq 7 electric SUV should use the company's familiar 800-volt electrical architecture
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Despite All The Pros, The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Falters On Price | Review
Hyundai's Ioniq 5 remains a well-rounded EV, but it's facing more competition than ever
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Rivian R2 Recalled Over Possible Loss Of Drive Power
A loose connection can spell trouble for a handful of Rivian's newest EVs
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New Smart #2 Is Here To Reclaim City Streets
The urban EV is the successor of the discontinued Smart Fortwo, bringing more features and a significantly longer range
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Callaway's One-Off Turbo Mercedes 190E Is Going To Auction
A rare Callaway Mercedes 190E with a five-speed manual, turbocharged engine, and extensive restoration is up for sale
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The Cuorerosso Proves Alfa Romeo Is Still A Master Of Design
According to Alfa Romeo, the concept is all about the "human-machine connection"
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Alpine's Hot Hatch Just Became More Stylish With A Simple Trick
The hotter version of the Renault 5 E-Tech gains a Collection trim with special touches inside-out
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Mitsubishi's Taiwanese EV Has More Grunt Than The Most Powerful Evo Ever
The ASX VR-e comes equipped with a 57.7-kWh lithium-ion battery
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VW's Largest Camper Drops Prices, Gains Solar Panels And Rugged Dune Special Edition
The Crafter-based motorhome is available in two bodystyle variations and comes with a bathroom
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This Singer DLS Turbo Shows What You Can Buy With A Blank Check
No word on how much it cost to build this eggplant-colored 911 restomod, but like all Singer builds, if you have to ask, you can't afford it
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Suzuki's Smallest EV Is A Kei Car With A Sub-$10k Price Tag
The pint-sized hatchback is available in the Japanese market with optional accessories, and will soon find its way into the Old Continent
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Jaguar's Type 01 Is A Radical EV That Laughs At Convention
Jaguar may have its work cut out for it convincing Bentley and Rolls-Royce shoppers to buy this instead
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Mini Countryman Gains Rugged New Variant With A Lift And Meaty Tires
The new Untamed Edition features revised styling and an extra 0.7 inches of ground clearance
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This Skoda Sedan Looks Like A Baby Octavia But Starts From $10k
The facelifted Skoda Slavia went on sale in India, and the lineup includes a sporty Monte Carlo trim
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News (15)
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Why Lighter Weight Engine Oil Became So Common
Thick oil equals better protection, right? Wrong. Learn why modern car engines are built for lighter oil and how it boosts gas mileage without wear.
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This Mini Coupe Clone Is Actually A Suzuki Swift
The first two-seater Mini inspired a Suzuki owner from Indonesia to create a unique replica
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WRC Is Finally Coming Back To America In 2027
The World Rally Championship will return to America in August 2027, with gravel stages across Tennessee and Kentucky
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This Jet-Powered Harley Hit 60 MPH On Pure Thrust
Two jet engines, diesel fuel and no drivetrain turn this Harley into something completely different
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One Third Of The Car Brands At The 2026 Paris Auto Show Are Chinese
At least 20 of the 60 brands bringing cars to Europe’s biggest show are from China, and include new names like Aito alongside BYD and Geely
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Bugatti CEO Proposes A New Way For Europe To Beat The Chinese Threat
Rather than copying the Chinese, with bigger screens and faster charging, Rimac implores European manufacturers to "find their niche"
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Saleen Taking S1 Deposits Again, Still No Delivery Date
The S1 was supposed to arrive before Tesla’s second Roadster and Saleen is accepting refundable deposits, but buyers still face a wait
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Jeremy Clarkson Is Selling Three Classics He Drove In 'The Grand Tour'
The Lancia Montecarlo being sold starred in the final episode of The Grand Tour with Clarkson, Hammond, and May
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Unifor Inches Closer To Stellantis Strike As Vote Scheduled For Mid-October
The union says a strike is a last resort, but they're ready to battle for the future of Brampton Assembly
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California Tried To Change What Happens To Cash Left Over From Towed Cars But Gov. Newsom Said No
Newsom vetoed a bill that would have changed how California handles unclaimed proceeds from vehicle lien sales
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This Corvette's Engine Makes The Dodge Viper's 8.4-Liter V10 Look Small
This one-off is a multi-award winner that was inspired by the 1954 Corvair Concept, a fastback first-gen Corvette show car.
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America's Prettiest Speedster Is Heading To Auction
RM Sotheby’s is auctioning the very first Auburn 851 Speedster, and it's expected to sell for close to $1 million
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California Lets You Return A Used Car In Three Days, But It Could Cost $750
California dealers must now offer three-day returns on qualifying used cars, alongside clearer pricing and add-on rules
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After 16 Years Without A Redesign, The Durango Is Feeling Blue
The 2027 Durango is getting a couple of new options including Petrol Blue Laguna leather seats
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Another Auto Show Bites The Dust Amid Declining Attendance
The Rochester International Auto Show is dead after nearly 120 years
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Can Pixels Beat Nostalgia? We Compared Nissan's New Sub-€20k EV To Its Renault Twin Up Close
The urban EVs have more similarities than differences, trying to lure European buyers with their budget pricing and spacious cabins
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3,000-HP Mustang Blows A Tire At 228 MPH
Snot Rocket ran 6.458 seconds at 233 mph, but its record-setting FL2K weekend ended with a terrifying tire failure
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Porsche (8)
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Bring A Very Big Trailer For This Stretched Porsche 356 Auction
Someone turned a 1953 Porsche 356 into a four-door limousine, complete with champagne holders and a glass partition
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This Bright Orange Ruf Might Sell For $8 Million
Complementing the carbon fiber bodywork and upgraded engine are Bilstein dampers and carbon ceramic brakes
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Porsche Sold Five Times As Many 911s As Taycans This Year
911 sales are up 12 percent Jan-June, but the electric Taycan is down 31 percent as Porsche's tough year continues
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Manthey Celebrates 30 Years Of Faster Porsches With Special 911 GT3 Cup And 718 Cayman GT4 RS
German motorsport legend reveals limited run 911 GT3 Cup MR 30 and 718 GT4 RS Clubsport MR 30
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A Front-Engined, Twin-Turbo V8 Porsche 911 Sounds Like Sacrilege But Actually Works
This front-engined monster delivers more than 1,200 hp through the rear wheels
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Porsche Celebrates 30 Years Of Manthey By Taking A 67% Stake, And Bringing Two New Models
Porsche and Manthey will reveal two new special editions at the Hockenheimring DTM finale
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Thanks To Gunther Werks, This 993 Can Outsprint Supercars
Just 75 examples of the insane 993-based Turbo are being built
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This Aussie Is Building A Front-Engined, LS-Swapped Porsche 911
This beast will be displayed and driven at several events across the country
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Angelelli Automobili Tipo 829 Wants To Be Italy's Next Great Supercar
It smells like vaporware, but Angelelli Automobili aims to prove doubters wrong with its bold, ultra-exotic Tipo 829.
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The BYD Seal 6 Is A Perfectly Adequate EV Sedan, But That's About It | Review
We get behind the wheel of the BYD Seal 6 in Malaysia, and find out that it's perfect in most ways, but not exactly excellent in any way either
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Rules of the Road (10)
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Why Do Some Highway Stripes Alternate Between Black And White?
White paint disappears on sunny concrete. Discover how highway engineers use black contrast borders to make lane lines pop in glare and rain.
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Police Say Two Stolen Hyundais May Connect To Nearly Two Dozen Nashville Thefts
Two stolen Hyundais, three stolen guns, and five arrests capped a Nashville operation that police say could yield more charges
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French Police Bust A Man Driving His Porsche 911 At 194 MPH
The 991.1 GT3 has a top speed of 195 mph (314 km/h), and this driver almost hit that mark
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Nine Sentenced Over Car Theft Ring Who Went To Street Takeovers
Sentences for convicted members of this crime ring vary six months up to 96 months behind bars
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NHTSA Moves To Finally Modernize Headlight Standards
Federal regulators are revisiting vehicle lighting standards, with public comments due November 9
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BMW's M5 Touring Police Car Will Have Criminals Shaking In Their Boots
German police already use BMW 5 Series Touring models, but this M5 takes things to an entirely new level
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Federal Circuit Judge Rules Monthlong Warrantless License Plate Tracking Unconstitutional
A massive methamphetamine bust in Oklahoma could have major implications on how license plate reader data is used
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Florida Kicked Flock Cameras Off State Roads, Then Police Found A Pretty Obvious Loophole
Police are keeping Flock cameras aimed at Florida highways by relocating them onto municipal and private property
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Self-Driving Tech Was Supposed To Be Safer, Experts Say It May Bring More Risks
Could self-driving tech actually bring with it more risks?
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This Rivian Fire Is A Brutal Reminder Not To Charge EVs With Extension Cords
A witness says an extension cord overheated while charging the R1S before flames spread to the home
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Hardcore Ferrari 296 Challenge Stradale To Ditch Hybrid For Pure V6 Thrills
While less powerful than the Speciale, this might be the coolest roadgoing version of the 296 lineup
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McLaren Confirms It'll Kill Off The Fabulous 750S In 2027
The 750S has been offering supercar shoppers a more traditional driving experience than its hybrids rivals
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The Batmobile Hero Car From 'Batman Returns' Is About To Make Hypercars Look Affordable
Hero car from Tim Burton’s second Batman movie could sell for up to $7 million at auction in November
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New California Law Closes Montana Tax Loophole
Newsom signed SB 1406 into law, giving California new tools to collect unpaid taxes on cars registered through out-of-state shells
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Texas Fraudster Loses His Ill-Gotten 90-Plus Car Collection
Classic muscle cars and high-end exotics were among the collection forfeited in a federal wire fraud case
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SUV (18)
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Hyundai's Bayon Has A Tough New Look And Hybrid Ambitions
All-new baby SUV debuted at the Paris Motor Show with angular bodywork, a sporty N Line trim, and dual 12.3-inch screens
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Avatr Is Finally Launching In Europe, Starting With A Sexy Estate
Although Avatr has yet to launch in Europe, it operates a design center in Munich, Germany
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The Renault 4 Might Be The Best Retro EV Out There | Review
The fully electric crossover brings more practicality than the R5 hatchback without sacrificing much of its fun-to-drive character
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BYD's Atto 8 Charges In Less Time Than You'll Spend Scrolling Netflix Tonight
BYD’s Flash charging tech can charge from 10% to 70% in just five minutes.
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The Range Rover Sport Offers Less Power But Plenty Of Fun | Review
We drove the 2026 Range Rover Sport P400 through Colorado and found great handling, comfortable seats, and a few frustrating cabin details
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The GAC Aion V Looks Odd But Is Incredible Value | Review
GAC's Aion V represents exceptional value for money and is well worth considering
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Alfa Romeo's Junior Has Some Appeal, But It's Not The Smart Choice | Review
The Alfa Romeo Junior looks good, but the powertrain needs improvement
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Chevrolet Infuses 2027 Trax And Trailblazer With A.I. And New Standard Features
Chevrolet updates the 2027 Trax and Trailblazer with bigger screens, more standard safety features, and a new Z71 trim
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VW's ID Tiguan Replaces ID 4 With Up To 373 Miles Of Range
VW has announced rear- and all-wheel drive versions of the ID Tiguan with 58 kWh and 77 kWh battery packs
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Honda Elevate Gains Rugged Face And Premium Features, Still Starts From $12,000
The subcompact SUV retains the same FWD underpinnings and naturally-aspirated 1.5-liter engine under the hood
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Jeep Shows Mystery Box Ahead Of Paris, But Don't Get Your Hopes Up
The American brand is not expected to show a new concept or production SUV at the French capital, despite plans of expanding its European lineup
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The BMW iX3 M60 Has 603 HP And It's Not Even A True M Model
The flagship iX3 M60 xDrive has an upgraded rear motor and hits 62 mph (100 km/h) in just 3.9 seconds
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BMW's New iX4 Packs Up To 603 HP And 428-Miles Of Range
The BMW iX4 joins the Neue Klasse lineup with standard M Sport styling, dual-motor AWD, and a $66,200 starting price before destination
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Porsche Mission S Supercar Picks Up Where The 918 Left Off
Concept to be unveiled at Paris Motor Show could lead to a production model priced much higher than the 911
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Alfa Romeo's Changing The Junior Again, But This Time The Name Stays
The brand’s smallest SUV gains better quality interior trim and new wheels, but there are minimal updates for the aging Stelvio and Giulia
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Ford Shows Its First Wolftrak-Branded SUV
The 2027 Ford Everest Wolftrak replaces the Wildtrak trim in Australia, with new colors and standard towing hardware
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Ford's Bronco RTR Is Almost Like A Raptor, But Without The Absurd Price
RTR has added Lime Green accents to the Bronco, as well as new wheels
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The Ineos Grenadier Is Going To War With The Italian Army
Italy and Austria have ordered military-spec Ineos Grenadiers, while the rugged SUV is also competing for a British defense contract
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Tesla's Future Cars Could Literally Suck After New Patent Emerges
Tesla has patented a fan-assisted diffuser that could boost grip on the Roadster and potentially other performance models
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Tesla Will Now Let You Rip A Supercharger Apart To Escape An Emergency
Tesla’s new Emergency Drive Away lets owners flee while still plugged into a Supercharger, potentially causing up to $25,000 in damage
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EVs Could Be Staging A Comeback Thanks To High Gas Prices
Consistently high gas prices and more advanced autonomous driving systems could help EV sales rebound
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What Engine Makes The Coolest Coffee Table?
Hundreds of dead engines have been given a new lease of life under a sheet of glass and coffee cups, but which does it best?
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Trucks (6)
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Fiat Multiplay Is A Pickup, An SUV, And A Minivan
The concept inherits the spirit of the Multipla, but Fiat insists it doesn't preview a specific production model for the future
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Big Trucks And Vans Struggle To Avoid Crashes, Says IIHS
Ford, Chevy, GMC, and Ram heavy-duty pickups struggled in new IIHS tests, while some commercial vans performed considerably better
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Honda Is Finally Getting A Ladder-Frame Pickup Thanks To Mitsubishi
The new midsize pickup will reportedly ride on the ladder-frame underpinnings of the Mitsubishi Triton, also used by the Nissan Navara and the Mitsubishi Pajero
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Cops Checked 568 Trucks In One Night And Benched 78 Drivers
Police issued 173 moving violations and made seven arrests during a coordinated nighttime commercial truck crackdown
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BYD Says 'Hacker' Tapped Into Shark 6 Wiring As Aussie Documentary Slammed As Hit Piece
The Chinese car manufacturer has quickly addressed documentary claims about security vulnerabilities with the popular Shark 6
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Honda Escapes US Investigation Into Backup Camera Failures
Insufficient corrugated tubing and poorly fastened zip ties prompted Honda to issue a recall for Ridgeline models in 2022
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VW ID. Buzz And Transporter Gain Signature Editions With GTI Flair
Who said that bodykits and upmarket interiors should be reserved for hot hatchbacks and performance sedans?
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Wrenching (1)
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Haltech Vs Link ECUs: Here's How They Compare
Two popular ECU tuning options exist out there; Haltech and Link. Which one should you use to tune your car?
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