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What Does 'RX' Actually Stand For On A Lexus RX 350?

staff@carscoops.com (Thanos Pappas) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Although the Lexus RX crossover has been on sale for the better part of 30 years, you may have never learned what the RX letters actually mean.

The Toyota Camry Isn't The Only AWD Sedan For Sale, Here Are 5 Alternatives To Consider

staff@carscoops.com (Sam D. Smith) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0000

If you're cross-shopping the all-wheel drive Toyota Camry, we have some solid alternatives from Nissan, Hyundai, and - of course - Subaru.

What The Numbers And "W" On Engine Oil Mean

staff@carscoops.com (Chris Chilton) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Motor oil is marketed with letters and a series of numbers. What does a bottle with a "W" on it mean?

These Subaru Models Are Built In America, Not Japan

staff@carscoops.com (Brad Anderson) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0000

Even though Subaru is a Japanese company, many models are built in the United States.

How Long Should You Let Your Car Idle After A Jump Start?

staff@carscoops.com (Chris Chilton) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Is it ok to remove the leads right after the car starts or should you wait?

Why Microfiber Towels Should Be Thrown Out After Hitting The Ground

staff@carscoops.com (Brad Anderson) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Microfiber towels are a must have for any serious car care enthusiast, but if you drop one on the ground, you shouldn't be keeping it around.

This Popular Car Accessory Has A Bigger Impact On MPG Than You Think

staff@carscoops.com (Thanos Pappas) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000

There's one accessory often found of thousands of vehicles that can reduce your overall fuel economy.

This New Italian Sports Car Is The Closest Thing To A Modern Ferrari 308

staff@carscoops.com (Brad Anderson) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 23:14:12 +0000

Its stunning styling is just the start. The Michelotto Gruppo 4 Tributo weighs less than 2,100 lbs, and it puts down nearly 400 hp from a 3.4-liter V8.

Not Even A Partnership With Xpeng Can Save VW In China

staff@carscoops.com (Brad Anderson) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 22:18:09 +0000

VW originally projected that they'd move nearly 4,000 a month, but the EVs they made in partnership with Xpeng aren't even close to meeting sales expectations.

China Could Crack Down On Huge Interior Screens, After Pop-Out Handle Ban

staff@carscoops.com (Brad Anderson) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 21:56:27 +0000

Features like pop-out door handles can become a safety concern when they don't work properly, and large, distracting infotainment screens pose similar problems.

Honda Racing Will Finally Start Selling You Performance Parts In March

staff@carscoops.com (Brad Anderson) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 21:44:49 +0000

Skip the aftermarket guesswork. Honda Racing Corporation is launching factory-backed performance gear this spring for select Honda and Acura models.

If You Have Some Spare Millions, You Could Buy A Legendary McLaren Formula 1 Car

staff@carscoops.com (Brad Anderson) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 20:50:39 +0000

Several modern McLaren F1 cars are going up for sale, as well as a pair of MP4/6A models from the 1991 championship that were driven and tested by Ayrton Senna.

Peugeot's Tri-Motor, 805 HP E-T16 Rally Beast Could Hit The Market

staff@carscoops.com (Brad Anderson) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 20:10:13 +0000

Concept cars are often dulled down before they make it to the masses, but this Peugeot could end up in the hands of normal consumers with big power numbers.

Watch This BYD Hit The Three-Wheeled Motion To Avoid A Parking Boot

staff@carscoops.com (Brad Anderson) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 19:39:44 +0000

BYD's advanced suspension system is designed to make it easy to change a tire or drive off road, but this driver has more nefarious intentions.

These 6 New And Updated Acuras Could Be The Key To Its Future

staff@carscoops.com (Brad Anderson) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 19:25:10 +0000

Plans for several new or refreshed SUVs were revealed to Acura dealers, but it may be a few years before any of the anticipated models arrive in showrooms.

Mahindra's $10k G Wagon Alternative Gains More Bling

staff@carscoops.com (Thanos Pappas) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 17:38:38 +0000

If you like the looks of the Mercedes G-Class but don't want to spend G-Class money, this might be the solution for you.

Jeep Keeps Decade-Old Compass Alive In South America

staff@carscoops.com (Thanos Pappas) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 17:25:15 +0000

While most of the world waits for the third-gen Jeep Compass that's already on sale in Europe, most markets get Jeep's compact as a carryover model.

The 2026 Car Market Depends On Buyers Who Can Afford To Ignore The Car Market

staff@carscoops.com (Stephen Rivers) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 17:07:42 +0000

Buyers with more cash can purchase a car outright, and that helps car sales, but what happens when the rest of the buying public can't afford the loan rates?

Hundreds Of Porsches Have Wheels That Could Randomly Fall Off

staff@carscoops.com (Brad Anderson) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 17:03:08 +0000

Having a wheel come off driving down the road is a bad thing, which is why Porsche is recalling some of its cars.

The Ferrari Luce Costs $120,000 More Than A Purosangue And Has 12 Fewer Cylinders

staff@carscoops.com (Brad Anderson) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 16:55:39 +0000

Want to add Ferrari's funky-looking EV sedan to your collection? Open up your checkbook and get ready to right a surprisingly massive number.