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I Bought a 2024 Tesla EV — Here’s 14 Things They Don’t Tell You

Bought it, tried it myself, and here's what to know.

2024-07-02T09:49:59Z

The 15 Most Affordable SUVs In The U.S. For 2024

For many American households, owning an SUV is a must. If you and your family are in the market for an SUV, consider one of these affordable options.

2024-07-06T13:44:11Z

The First-Ever Mercedes-AMG Maybach Is Finally Happening

Is it a Mercedes-AMG Maybach or a Mercedes-Maybach AMG? We're not too sure, but we know it's based on the new AMG SL.

2024-07-04T04:10:54Z

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...

2024-06-22T15:17:45Z

Auto mechanic reveals his picks for most reliable vehicles

‘Car Wizard’ David Long joins ‘The Big Money Show’ to share his top ‘no-brainer buys’ under $10,000.

2024-05-29T18:48:32Z

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...

2024-06-24T11:30:19Z

This 1966 Wildcat Is So Pristine, It Still Has Original Air in Its Tires

Anson Renshaw on his 1966 Buick Wildcat that once belonged to Grandma.

2024-03-10T12:05:41Z

Interesting Junkyard Finds from Under1981.com, Grimsley, Tennessee

Under1981.com Antique Auto Parts is a private salvage yard in Tennessee

2024-07-06T09:24:35Z

Why Was The Ford RS200 Banned From Rally Racing, & What Were Its Major Issues?

Ford's legendary RS200 hit near mythic status. Here are its major issues and why it was banned from rally racing in after its short run from 1982 to 1986.

2024-06-14T21:20:12Z

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

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

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

The best used cars & SUVs under $20k according to Consumer Reports

Cost-conscious consumers often shop used for vehicles — here are top cars and SUVs between $10 and $20K according to Consumer Reports, a nearly century-old nonprofit consumer research and advocacy firm.

2024-07-02T21:17:48Z

This Pair Of 1916 Oldsmobile Model 44s from The John McTaggart Collection Was Remanufactured From Parts

Oldsmobile made headlines for the debut of its OHV “Rocket” V-8 in 1949, but it wasn’t the automaker’s first V-8. Lesser known is that Oldsmobile first introduced a V-8 all the way back in 1916, with its Model 44, a.k.a. the “Light Eight.” That L-head V-8 displaced 246-cu.in. and Oldsmobile rated it at 40 horsepower, an impressive figure for the time and double Ford’s Model T output as a frame of reference. Though the car proved somewhat popular...

2023-09-05T18:55:27Z

Some Excellent North American police cars, from straight-six to all-electric

You'll not want to try outrun these, despite the noise (or lack thereof) that comes out the back

2024-07-01T16:35:58Z

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

2024-06-29T09:41:31Z

Edmunds: The best performance cars for $65,000

The $65,000 milestone might seem like an arbitrary price cap for a list of excellent performance cars, but look carefully and you’ll discover that it’s a sweet spot for some of today’s most compelling performance offerings. Look upmarket from here and you’ll quickly be shopping in six figures without a meaningful gain in performance. And below this...

2024-06-24T16:24:19Z

I Have Driven Over 10 Car Models: These Are the 5 Best and Worst for Retirees

Not everyone has the luxury or money to afford to buy a new car when they are retired. While you might have saved up over the years, cashed in any retirement plans or pensions, and are now getting a...

2024-07-03T11:30:30Z

The 10 cars most likely to be stolen in your state

CheapInsurance.com used the National Insurance Crime Bureau's vehicle theft trend data to find the most frequently stolen cars in each state.

2024-07-01T19:29:02Z

These tiny electric vehicles are zipping around cities

Eli Zero can travel 60 miles on a single charge.

2024-06-16T19:23:00Z

13 Pricey Sports Cars and Their Affordable Alternatives

Porsche recently unveiled the latest iteration of the quintessential sports car – the 992.2-gen Porsche 911. We predict you’ll be hearing a lot about this sports car for a long time. Even folks who’ve never seen the inside of the car will have plenty to say about the 911’s departure from its traditional naturally-aspirated flat-sixes to a hybrid drive system. It marks the first time in over six decades that Porsche would equip a road-going 911 with a hybrid powertrain. It probably won’t matter what you think of this shift if you can’t fork over around $115,000 to get one. It doesn’t have to be a sad reality, though. There’s always an Emira for every Evija: A 370Z for every 8 Series. Indeed, the market brims with alternatives that capture these elite sports cars’ spirit, performance, and excitement at a fraction of the cost.

2024-06-05T13:56:48Z

1949 Ford: the car that saved the company

As Ford gears up for a huge launch of its all-electric F-150 Lightning, we turn the clock back over 70 years to a car that saved the company

2024-07-06T11:39:30Z

Best Luxury Compact Crossovers and SUVs for 2024 and 2025

If you want a car that drives like a sports sedan, hauls cargo, and looks fancy enough to impress the neighbors, these compact luxury SUVs are for you.

2024-06-27T18:43:47Z

6 Hybrid Vehicles To Stay Away From Buying

Not all hybrid cars are created equal. While some models offer excellent fuel efficiency, reliability and performance, others fall short. With so many options, it can be tough to separate the good...

2024-01-20T15:15:24Z

Here's What Made The '67 Dodge Coronet WO23 The Ultimate Street Machine

In 1967 Dodge produced the Coronet WO23. Here is what made that car one of the ultimate machines on the street and on the track.

2024-07-07T09:17:09Z

The 20 deadliest cars to drive in America, according to data

These are the 20 cars with the highest driver death rates, according to Stacker's analysis of data from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

2024-07-02T18:42:14Z

24 Best New Cars Worth Their Price Tag

Take your pick, we love them all.

2024-07-01T18:17:36Z

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

What Cars Have A V16 Engine Under The Hood & Why Are They Not Used More Often?

V8 engines are wildly popular in today's cars, so why not double up and use a V16? Here's why this engine isn't used more often and which cars do have it.

2024-07-02T23:30:05Z

Ford launches game-changing new service for electric vehicles — and it's a first in the industry

"The company is driving forward with bold, new EVs." Ford launches game-changing new service for electric vehicles — and it's a first in the industry first appeared on The Cool Down.

2024-07-08T09:31:45Z

The ‘Unknown GTO’: Why GM Abandoned a 1980s Pontiac Revival

Many brands have passed through the General Motors turnstiles. Some we’ve long forgotten about, and some we still miss. Where would you place the defunct Pontiac in that regard, particularly the GTO? Would a rediscovered concept change your mind? Rare Classic Cars & Automotive History recently released a video about a little-known Pontiac GTO conce...

2024-07-01T00:16:07Z

It's Finally Happening: The Mazdaspeed Miata Successor Is Coming

The Mazda Spirit Racing division is hard at work testing the high-performance version of the MX-5 Miata.

2024-07-04T04:40:35Z

The best car in 2024, according to Edmunds—and the rest of the top 5

Based on independent testing, Edmunds' 5th Annual Top Rated Awards determines the best electric- and gas-powered vehicles of 2024.

2024-06-24T11:30:05Z

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.

2024-06-23T10:14:14Z

2024-07-04T10:43:45Z

Company unveils tiny, pedal-powered semitruck — and its electric features could revolutionize sustainable transportation

With a frame that's only about 3 feet wide, the ePack is narrow enough to fit in most bike lanes. Company unveils tiny, pedal-powered semitruck — and its electric features could revolutionize sustainable transportation first appeared on The Cool Down.

2024-07-06T13:09:13Z

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

America Finally Has an Answer to the Biggest Problem With EVs

Used electric cars are not just cheap—they are cheaper than similar gas cars.

2024-07-08T15:13:58Z

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

It's Official: Porsche's Gas-Powered Boxster and Cayman Will Be Axed Next Year

So long, farewell, auf Wiedersehen, goodbye...

2024-07-08T14:34:27Z

10 Of The Most Powerful Roadsters Ever Made, Ranked

The world of high-end roadsters produces some stunningly powerful cars. Here are the most powerful, from Ferrari, Porsche, Hennessy, Bugatti, and more.

2024-04-10T17:33:33Z

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

What was in style when you were born?

2024-05-16T11:40:38Z

Buyer's Guide: 1968 Ford Mustang Cobra Jet

For the 1967 model year, Ford first offered a big-block engine into the Mustang. The 390-cu.in. V-8 was now available, with 320 horsepower on tap. In conjunction with the refreshed styling of the Mustang that year, you would think that Ford had made the right move and was keeping up with the horsepower war that was taking place. But Bob Tasca, a Ford dealer who was involved with drag racing, didn't agree. He knew how strong the competition was...

2024-03-25T17:15:25Z

13 Vintage Cars With the Coolest Wide Wings

Way too cool.

2024-06-18T14:01:54Z

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

The American automakers we totally forgot existed

Would you identify a Mohs Ostentatienne Opera if you saw it parked on the street?

2024-06-17T09:11:58Z

Tesla introduces new car accessory to expand versatility of models — just another way the automaker is changing the game

"We have updated our future vehicle line-up to accelerate the launch of new models." Tesla introduces new car accessory to expand versatility of models — just another way the automaker is changing the game first appeared on The Cool Down.

2024-07-03T14:42:41Z

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.

2024-06-24T22:13:06Z

Transformers' New G1 Bumblebee VW Beetle Rolls Out in International Release

A new diecast non-transforming Bumblebee collectible by Jada Toys showcases the Autobot's iconic VW Beetle form from the original Transformers.

2024-07-08T09:01:47Z

The Junkyard Discoveries of Doug’s 4-Wheelers in Pella, Iowa

Take a tour down an automotive memory lane

2024-01-08T11:39:50Z