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Transit expert highlights issues with popular design trend in truck and SUV models: 'It honestly infuriates me'

"Why do people in the U.S. feel they need giant pickup trucks?" Transit expert highlights issues with popular design trend in truck and SUV models: 'It honestly infuriates me' first appeared on The Cool Down.

2024-06-16T01:36:05Z

Small town may be last of America’s original vehicle-free places: ‘We don’t even think about it’

"The lack of motor vehicles on Mackinac Island has given the place a special character that makes it truly feel like a vacation escape." Small town may be last of America’s original vehicle-free places: ‘We don’t even think about it’ first appeared on The Cool Down.

2024-02-24T00:34:46Z

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.

2024-06-28T10:01:03Z

Every Muscle Car Powered By A General Motors LS V8 Engine

If you're familiar with General Motors' LS V8 engine, you'll probably be familiar with these popular muscle cars that take full advantage of GM's ingenuity.

2024-06-22T22:05:42Z

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!

2024-06-20T09:45:27Z

Amazing Toyota GR Yaris GRMN timed on track and 0-60mph

Sell your car for free with Carwow: https://bit.ly/Sell-Your-Car-For-Free-3105 How’s THIS for a World Exclusive! Mat’s flown over to Japan, and he’s got his hands on every edition of GR Yaris ever made! But that’s not all, he’s going to be the first journalist EVER to take these cars around Toyota’s all-new test track! During this video, he’ll get his hands on the 1st generation, the Japan-exclusive GRMN, the 2nd generation (both manual & automatic), and the limited-edition Ojier & Rovanperä editions! So let’s take a look at how they compare. Starting with the 1st GR Yaris, it comes with a 1.6-litre 3-cylinder engine that produces 272hp and 370Nm. It’s equipped with a switchable four-wheel drive system and a 6-speed manual gearbox, and it truly is an affordable and incredible rally car for the road! Then we come to the GRMN edition. Only 500 were ever made, and while horsepower is the same, torque increases slightly to 390Nm. The car also comes with several other upgrades, including a carbon fibre wing and bonnet, a lower ride height, and a load of Alcantara on the inside! Then we come to the second generation. Power has been increased to 300hp and 400Nm, and it’s available either manually or automatically. It comes with stiffer suspension, a 20mm lower ride height than the gen one, and a set of digital dials. It also comes with a loftier price tag, starting at £40,000. And then finally we have the two limited-edition models, built with personal input from drivers from the Toyota Gazoo Racing WRC team. Both editions have exclusive paint jobs, improved rear wings, as well as drive mode settings personally chosen by the two drivers. Both cars are limited to just 200 editions each! It’s the video every GR Yaris fan has been waiting for, but which will Mat choose as his favourite? You’ll need to keep watching to see for yourself!

5/31/2024 10:04:00 AM

Here's What Happens If You Never Change Your Transmission Fluid

There are plenty of ATF brands and cars that promise 'lifetime' transmission fluids, but the truth is more nuanced than set-it-and-forget-it transmission fluid.

2023-11-15T12:48:17Z

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.

2024-06-22T11:07:48Z

Best New Sports Cars Of 2024

While EVs and SUVs dominate today's automotive landscape, a solid lineup of high-performance models for 2024 proves that demand for sports cars remain

2023-09-28T13:35:24Z

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.

2024-06-22T17:49:28Z

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.

2024-06-23T21:24:18Z

13 Vintage Cars With the Coolest Wide Wings

Way too cool.

2024-06-18T14:01:54Z

13 Little Cars With Huge Engines Under The Hood

These cars have a lot of power despite their size.

2024-06-14T11:01:42Z

I Have Driven Over 100 EVs: These Are the Best and Worst for Your Money

Going green has never been more appealing -- or more confusing. With electric vehicles (EVs) taking over roads and driveways, it's tough to know which ones truly deliver bang for your buck. But...

2024-06-18T11:03:38Z

Junkyard Discoveries of Desert Valley Auto Parts in Casa Grande, Arizona

Check out these finds from the pages of America's motoring history

2024-06-27T09:18:58Z

Pedestrian’s photos reveal the difficulty of walking safely due to cars: ‘This isn’t just inconvenient, it’s dangerous’

It's enough to make you crave a car-free community. Pedestrian’s photos reveal the difficulty of walking safely due to cars: ‘This isn’t just inconvenient, it’s dangerous’ first appeared on The Cool Down.

2023-12-18T13:10:05Z

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

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

2024-06-24T11:39:14Z

New-In-the-Wrapper 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis Is Today's Bring a Trailer Find

This grandest Marquis is the final year for the true biggie, and it has just 153 miles.

2024-06-29T15:13:54Z

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.

2024-07-01T09:05:01Z

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.

2024-07-02T23:17:53Z

Why Nearly 50% of Electric Vehicle Owners Want to Return to Gas Cars After Major Regrets

Why Nearly 50% of Electric Vehicle Owners Want to Return to Gas Cars After Major Regrets

2024-06-28T12:24:28Z

Fastest Bugattis Ever Produced

Do you love Bugattis? Watch our video on the fastest ones out there: the 1936 Bugatti Type 57SC Atlantic, 1927 Bugatti Type 41 Royale, 1998 Bugatti EB112, 1991 Bugatti EB110 GT, 2020 Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport, 1992 Bugatti EB110 SS, 2020 Bugatti Divo, 2020 Bugatti Centodieci, 2005 Bugatti Veyron 16.4, 2018 Bugatti Chiron/Chiron Sport, 2023 Bugatti Mistral, 2010 Bugatti Veyron Super Sport, 2019 Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+, and 2023 Bugatti...

2024-06-26T08:22:46Z

Every Porsche 911 Ranked By Its 0-60 time

Nearly every Porsche 911 model is great, but a few outdo their family members in one key metric

2024-06-09T04:30:32Z

Dave Ramsey Says Millionaires Drive These 10 Cars: Are They Worth the Price?

First things first: Who is Dave Ramsey, anyway? He’s just America’s favorite financial guru, New York Times bestselling author, TV Show host, and nationally syndicated radio personality. The man has nearly one million followers on X (formerly Twitter), so when he talks, people listen. Last month, Mr. Ramsey made an X post that particularly reverberated in the automotive world. The post implied that contrary to common perception, millionaires don’t drive flashy cars. Without going into details about where he got his data, Ramsey made a list of the top ten car brands driven by millionaires, and there was not a Rolls-Royce, Bentley, or Lamborghini represented. If you live in upper-middle-class neighborhoods where parking lots are dotted with Teslas and Maseratis, you might find Ramsey’s claims a bit too hard to swallow. That’s a debate for another time. Today, we focus on determining if the cars on Ramsey’s list are worth their prices.

2024-06-27T12:45:05Z

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...

2024-06-24T17:55:59Z

The car that's most likely to be stolen in America, based on data—and one that's least likely to be stolen

Using data from the Highway Loss Data Institute, Way.com compiled the most and least stolen cars as of 2023.

2023-11-12T21:45:10Z

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.

2024-07-02T19:29:10Z

What Happens If You Shift To Reverse While Driving?

You likely already know that you shouldn't shift into reverse while moving forward, but what exactly would happen if you did? It turns out the answer can vary.

2023-11-04T19:30:27Z

2025 Polestar 4 Is a Sleek, Rear-Windowless Electric Spaceship

Trading its rear windshield for a digital mirror is just one of the Polestar 4's high-tech tricks.

2024-06-30T22:08:25Z

BMW Doesn't Want Cars Burned In Car Carrier To Go Up For Sale

The car carrier MV Fremantle Highway went up in flames in the North Sea last year, consuming thousands of brand new Mercedes, BMWs and Minis. Some of the cars on board were in good enough condition to be salvaged, reconditioned and sold, but BMW doesn’t seem to want anyone to buy those cars.

2024-07-02T18:40:39Z

2024 Chevrolet Colorado: A Midsize Pickup Punches Above Its Weight

Overhauled in 2023, the Colorado boasts towing and payload capacities superior to benchmarks set by segment leader Toyota—but at a cost, writes Dan Neil.

2024-06-28T18:45:54Z

Tesla sees surprise sales boost after cutting prices

The electric car maker sold more cars than expected this spring, raising hopes of a revival.

2024-07-02T15:10:24Z

Beware! Dealerships May Sneak in These 5 Hidden Fees When You Buy a New Car

Buying a new car is an exciting endeavor–there’s nothing more fun than driving off the lot in a shiny new set of wheels where the smell of new car leather fills the air around you. But before you get to that point, a lot of paperwork has to take place, and if you are too focused on the prize, there are fees that dealerships tack on to the final price that you need to be aware of. Next time you’re car shopping, watch out for these tricks to...

2023-10-02T22:31:48Z

15 Slow Selling Cars That Could Save You Big Bucks in Today’s Market

Saving money on your next car purchase has never been more important.

2024-06-28T11:48:57Z

Drive Notes: 2024 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited

Today I bring you notes on a slick road-trip ready hybrid sedan. The 2024 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited recently graced my "driveway" (read: parking spot in large multi-car parking garage) and I was genuinely sad to see it go.

2024-06-27T16:11:44Z

Youtubers Pushed Six Electric Vehicles to Their Limit; Which One Had the Most Range?

Who lasted the longest?

2024-06-24T15:05:15Z

912-HP Audi RS e-tron GT Performance Is Audi's Most Powerful Car Yet

The new electric GT is part of a three-car lineup that has received upgraded suspension, styling, technology, and a lighter battery.

2024-06-18T21:47:11Z

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.

2024-06-25T23:17:02Z

Move over, Ford and Chevy: Kei trucks are pulling up as customers opt for smaller, cheaper vehicles

As trucks in the U.S. get bigger and more expensive, demand has surged for a cheaper, smaller alternative from across the Pacific Ocean: Japan’s Kei trucks.

2024-06-12T10:41:49Z

Green and Spacious: The Best 7-Seater Hybrid SUVs, From Luxury To Affordable

A Girls Guide to Cars

2024-06-14T11:12:54Z

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

What was in style when you were born?

2024-05-16T11:40:38Z

Your Car May Be Collecting Driving Data For Insurance Companies: Here's How

Several insurance companies offer programs to track driving habits, but you can always decline that. Unfortunately, they still get the data from other places.

2024-03-29T18:21:44Z

What Ever Happened To The Ford Pinto?

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

2024-06-24T21:28:09Z

Don't Let The Fake Exhausts Fool You, This is Ferrari's First EV

Don't be fooled by the Maserati Levante bodywork and faux exhaust pipes - this is Ferrari's first-ever electric vehicle.

2024-06-28T03:31:31Z

I drove the new $55,000 Nissan Z, and it lives up to its reputation as an iconic sports car

The Nissan Z is the latest in a long line of iconic sports cars. I enjoyed the Z's twin-turbocharged V6, 6-speed manual gearbox, and retro looks.

2024-06-23T11:02:29Z

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. […]

2024-06-18T19:35:05Z

Ford's Next EV Will Do What Tesla Has Failed To Do

Affordable and compact, the new Ford EV will appeal to scores of eco-minded customers.

2024-07-03T03:21:26Z

View Photos of the 2025 Audi RS Q8

See exterior and interior images of the refreshed RS Q8 and its new 631-hp Performance variant.

2024-06-24T22:11:57Z

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.

2023-10-27T21:03:08Z

These tiny electric vehicles are zipping around cities

Eli Zero can travel 60 miles on a single charge.

2024-06-16T19:23:00Z