Autos

15 Cars Owners Love After Years of Driving

There’s no doubt about it – new cars are exciting. But we car geeks also know the joy of building a bond with a vehicle and maybe even giving her a name. We also know how hard it is to give that broken-in car to the great beyond when it’s time ‌to let her go. Those of us who like to get comfortable and settle into our whips long-term need to be selective about our choices. So, in the spirit of long-term connection and camaraderie with our commuters, here are 15 cars owners love after years of driving.

Top 15 Cars From The Fast And Furious Saga

From Dom Toretto's 1970 Dodge Charger and 1997 Mazda RX-7 FD Veilside to Paul Walker's 1995 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT and 1995 Nissan Skyline R33 GT-R,1, to the Flip Car from Fast And Furious 6, watch our video on the best cars from the Fast and Furious franchise so far.

What Ever Happened To The Ford Pinto?

Nearly 45 years after being discontinued, the Ford Pinto has become something of an utter punchline.

The New BMW M5 is Much Heavier But Massively Powerful

The BMW M5 has a long and storied history as one of the best sports sedans on the market, but the car we have today is nothing like the one seen in earlier model years. BMW is gearing up for the release of an all-new M5 in 2025, and the car will arrive with a plug-in hybrid powertrain for the first time. Oh, and it’s also 1,000 pounds heavier than the last iteration.

How Kaiser-Frazer took on the Big Three – and nearly won

We look at the car company that is mostly forgotten now but played a big role in the US auto industry after the Second World War

These tiny electric vehicles are zipping around cities

Eli Zero can travel 60 miles on a single charge.

15 Fastest American Police Cars Of All Time

When you fight the law, remember the 2011 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor, 2017 Ford Interceptor, 1993 Ford Mustang SSP, and 2014 Chevrolet C7 Corvette Z06 don't have to obey the speed limits. Watch our video!

The tiny electric car that comes disassembled and delivered in boxes

That's right – this vehicle gets delivered in flat boxes. I know it sounds crazy, but that's exactly how the Luvly O electric minicar rolls.

15 Fastest Mercedes Sports Cars, Ranked

With so many speedy Benz's over the years, which is fastest? The AMG Black Badge series carries serious weight in that category, as does the 1955 Mercedes 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupe and 2022 Mercedes AMG One Hybrid. Watch our video for more!

Tech startup develops solution to electrify semi-truck fleets: 'There's no modifications needed whatsoever to the diesel truck itself'

"It's a net positive for them; they're saving money on fuel, and that's the end of the story." Tech startup develops solution to electrify semi-truck fleets: 'There's no modifications needed whatsoever to the diesel truck itself' first appeared on The Cool Down.

Everything We Know So Far About Toyota's Game-Changing Next-Gen Combustion Engines

Toyota isn't fully committing to EVs like other brands. Here's their next move to keep internal combustion engines alive.

10 Best Upper-Class Cars in 2024

Everyone recognizes that second only to buying a house, purchasing a car is one of the biggest financial decisions you'll make. Yet, despite popular opinion -- which dictates people should spend only...

Koenigsegg Shatters 4 Acceleration And Speed Records: Your Move Bugatti

The Jesko Absolut broke a record set last year by the Regera and then added a few more for good measure.

Cars That Starred In Iconic Hollywood Movies

We take a close look at the automotive stars of some of our big screen favourites

12 States Are Banning the Sale of Gas-Powered Cars

Imagine a world where gas stations are replaced by charging stations. Does that sound weird or cool? Well, that’s the future 12 U.S. states are hurtling towards by phasing out the sale of new gasoline-powered vehicles. California pioneered this ambitious plan to fight air pollution by encouraging residents to buy electric cars. A domino effect has begun following California’s lead, with 11 states lining up to follow suit.

CDK Global expects software outage to end soon, as dealers lawyer up

The troubled dealer software company faces potential legal battles in multiple states.

When Is A Car Considered A Classic? Here's How Old It Has To Be

How do you know if your car is considered a classic? When does it count as vintage or antique? The answer is pretty fuzzy, but there are some consistent rules.

Car dealership losses from CDK software outage could soon reach $1 billion, study finds

Cyber incidents at software provider CDK Global from mid-June have left car dealerships across the US with suspended operations, with losses in the hundreds of millions of dollars.

Autonomous Driving Has Hit A Troubling Plateau: An Engineer Explains Why

Although we've been promised fully self-driving cars for many years now, the rate of progress seems to have stalled. Here an expert tells all.

The Coolest Car From the Year You Were Born (1945-1995)

What was in style when you were born?

Audi's RS Q8 Performance Might Make You Rethink That Urus Order

While the Lamborghini Urus is somewhat derived from the Audi RS Q8, the 2025 refresh of Audi's sporty SUV still brings impressive power and a new facelift.

LuftCar is a hydrogen-powered detachable van that can fly.

The autonomous air and road vehicle has electrical propulsion.

Ranked: the largest engine made by every major car company

All things come to an end eventually, but personal transport powered by internal combustion engines will still be with us for a few years yet.

A Workhorse From 1923 Is an Automotive Masterpiece 100 Years Later

This Hudson Speedster helped his grandfather build a Lake Tahoe cabin. The car and the house remain with the family.

This Gorgeous Porsche 911 Packs a 1980s Formula 1 Engine

Only three will be built — one in honor of each title claimed by drivers of the McLaren MP4/2 that the motor hails from.

Ford CEO says American car buyers need to break this addiction

The American "affordable EV" is coming, but don't expect it to be the kind of American car you're used to.

12 Boring Cars That Are Secretly Supercars

Who would have thought?

This startup uses old EV batteries to power new charging stations

German startup Voltfang is giving electric vehicle batteries a second life by using them for new EV charging stations or to store renewable energy. One out of every four cars sold globally last year was an electric vehicle. That’s both good news for emissions and a looming challenge: When the huge lithium-ion batteries inside the cars eventually wear out, how can they avoid becoming new waste?

Spent some time (not enough!) in the Aston Martin DB12 yesterday. Here’s a peek- part one!

How The 1958 Bonneville Saved Pontiac From Chevrolet

The 1958 Pontiac Bonneville wasn't iconic just in its design, it put the brand back in buyers minds and stopped Chevrolet from dominating the market.

The true cost of mining electric car-battery metals

Your average EV has six times more mineral content than a petrol- or diesel-powered vehicle. But what's the cost of mining all these metals?

Radical New Hyundai Santa Fe is Now a Surprisingly Rugged SUV

The fifth-generation Hyundai Santa Fe has seen a radical transformation, and while it has become a lot more expensive in its latest avatar, it’s arguably a more rounded package. Prices start at AUD$55,500 plus on-road costs in Australia, which means a hefty AUD$9,450 increase over its predecessor. That’s largely due to its hybrid-only powertrain line-up. […]

Newly introduced EV charger is 75% than Tesla’s Supercharger

TheStreet’s Conway Gittens brings you the biggest news of the day, including what investors are watching and a British company is disrupting the EV charging market.

A V-8-Powered Toyota Supercar Is Coming And Here's How It'll Be Created

More details are emerging about the production Toyota GR GT3 Concept, offering plenty of reasons for excitement.

A.I. Shows What 20 Popular Cars Will Look Like in 20 Years

As the world shifts to sustainable transportation, these iconic vehicles will breathe new life into the auto industry, embracing cutting-edge technology and electrifying efficiency. Here’s what popular cars will look like in 20 years, according to AI!

Don’t Waste Your Money on These 9 Unreliable Car Products

Many people spend a large amount of time driving, and while the main function of a vehicle is to facilitate transporting people from place to place, this public activity is one where consumers can...

11 Things You’ll Have to Get Used to When You Drive a Lamborghini Urus Supercar

A Girls Guide to Cars

Why aren’t there solar-powered cars?

Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to [email protected]. Why aren’t there solar-powered cars? – Emma, age 16, Springville, Utah Solar cars exist. The best place to see them is the World Solar Challenge, a race that’s held every two years in Australia. Competitors have to drive about 1,870 miles (3,000 kilometers), from Darwin on the country’s north...

15 Most Reliable Cars To Buy, Rated by Mechanics

Because mechanics know what's up.

Rivian's Stock Gets a Jolt Thanks to Q2 Deliveries

Investors were happy to see Rivian's vehicle production and deliveries outpace the company's estimates.

3 Things We Want To See From The 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1

Chevrolet is bringing back the Corvette ZR1 designation for the first time in years. This is what we're hoping to see from the latest iteration.

'Let’s make it big together': Panasonic electric vehicle battery plant less than year from completion

The Panasonic electric vehicle battery plant in De Soto is less than year from completion.

2026 Genesis Electrified G80 Has a Longer Wheelbase and Larger Screen

The Electrified G80 earns its first facelift, joining its gasoline-powered twin with a revised front end, new headlights, and refreshed tech inside.

Why the Bugatti Chiron Is As Impressive Now as It Was in 2016

Even after eight years in production, even though hard launches have been commoditized by lesser brands, Bugatti stands alone.

Super Stock Style For A Street-Driven ’64 Dodge 330

Mark Bonnett’s 1964 Dodge 330 is a performer that defies most of the categories and genres used today, and that’s exactly what drew us to the period-inspired Mopar. It’s certainly not a pro-touring car and the term resto-mod suggests at least some modern updates such as disc brakes or an overdrive transmission. It’s got none of that.… The post Super Stock Style For A Street-Driven ’64 Dodge 330 appeared first on The Online Automotive Marketplace.

10 Things Few People Know About Toyota

We dig into the fascinating history of Toyota and uncover some intriguing facts that are not widely known about this dominant automotive force

10 Cars That Outlast the Average Vehicle

Buying a car is a big deal. Whether you opt for a brand-new model or one that's simply new to you, it's important to invest in a vehicle you can count on. Check Out: 3 Things You Must Do When Your...

25 Foreign Cars That Are Worthless as Soon as They Leave the Lot

Everyone has their favorite cars. Foreign cars have actually begun to dominate the U.S. car market. Then, there are these 25 cars...

Tesla sales fall for second straight quarter despite price cuts, but decline not as bad as expected

DETROIT (AP) — Tesla's global sales fell for the second straight quarter despite price cuts and low-interest financing offers, another sign of weakening demand for the company's products and electric vehicles overall. The Austin, Texas, company said Tuesday that it sold 443,956 vehicles from April through June, down 4.8% from 466,140 sold the same period a year ago. But the sales were better than the 436,000 that analysts had expected. The...

Why the company behind Jeep and Dodge will no longer offer chrome in new vehicles

Stellantis, the maker of Jeep, Dodge, Maserati, and Fiat vehicles, plans to no longer use chrome in new cars.