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All About The Engines That Powered The 1979 Pontiac Firebird

The 1979 Pontiac Firebird was part of the most popular generation of Firebirds. Here is a look at the engines that were available in the '79 models.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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...


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...


New cars have gained nearly 400 kg in seven years

New cars have gained nearly 400 kg in seven years The average weight of new cars has increased by almost 400 kg in just seven years, according to British website Autocar. The trend has continued this year, since in the first quarter of 2024, the average weight of the cars tested by Autocar now exceeds two metric tonnes (2,087 kg).


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.


24 Best New Cars Worth Their Price Tag

Take your pick, we love them all.


Kia's New Pickup Truck May Be Coming to America. Here's What to Know

The Tasman has not been confirmed for the U.S. yet, but it's been seen testing Stateside.


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...


12 Scandals That Rocked The Car Industry

Explore the gripping stories of scandals that shook the very foundation of the automotive world. Delve into controversies and repercussions that defined these pivotal moments in the car industry's history. From corporate cover-ups to engineering deceit, uncover the stories behind some of the most infamous scandals in automotive history.


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.


Interesting Junkyard Finds from Under1981.com, Grimsley, Tennessee

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


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.


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.


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.


These tiny electric vehicles are zipping around cities

Eli Zero can travel 60 miles on a single charge.


The new Honda Prelude is here – and its not electric

That’s right, Honda is bringing this gas-powered coupe to production


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.


2024 Toyota Corolla Hybrid: Everything Confirmed So Far

Starting at just $23,500 the Toyota Corolla Hybrid range offers something for everyone.


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.


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.


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...


Junkyard Gems of Ernest Auto Wrecking, La Jara, Colorado

Will Shiers finds rich pockets of automotive history in Ernest Auto Wrecking's yard


The Highest Horsepower Non-Hybrid Production Engine Is American

We went looking for the strongest production engine on the market today...


Car Experts Say Don’t Buy These 7 SUVs That Cost the Most Money Over Time

Purchasing a sports utility vehicle, better known as an SUV, is a major investment, as these kinds of cars do not come cheap. Perhaps you are on a tight budget but need a whole car for the family,...


There's A Good Reason Why The Wheels On The Kia EV9 Are So Weird

The Kia EV9 stands out in a crowd from the lights to the wheels and shows off the future of the brand.


2024 Audi RS 6 GT - New Ultra RS6 in details

Audi RS 6 Avant GT (2024) - Sound, Interior and Exterior Engine: V8, 4.0L, 630 Hp, 850 Nm 0-100 (km/h): 3.3 s Top Speed: 305 km/h Limited Edition: 660 Units MSRP: €219,355 #audi


Compact SUVs With The Biggest Trunks

Compact SUVs are a great blend of practicality and daily-drivability. Here's a list of models with the largest trunks for 2024.


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...


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.


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


The Interesting Junkyard Discoveries of Sonny’s Auto Repair in Blaine, Tennessee

One of America's best-kept secrets is an unassuming salvage yard complete with six decades of history


The Best Years For Toyota Tundra (And Some To Avoid)

Toyota Tundra trucks are known for reliability. While generally each model has been excellent, there are still some years that are better than others.


Why Do Hearses Have Metal S-Shaped Scrolls Where the Back Windows Should Be?

A brief history of landau bars.


What Was the Last New Vehicle with a Pushrod Four-Cylinder Sold in USA?

It turns out overhead cams weren’t just a passing fad.


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.


This 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Four-door Sport Sedan Was Ordered New and Has Remained in Near Original Condition

Considering the thousands of makes and models that have emerged from assembly plants since the dawn of the domestic automobile industry, it could be argued that fewer than two dozen have transcended time, celebrated for their status in pop culture as much as their styling designs and mechanical engineering. A good many come from the pivotal year of 1957, including Chevrolet’s sharp, top-of-the-line Bel Air. They’ve been idolized, restored,...


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

What was in style when you were born?


The Cars Of Carroll Shelby

Carroll Shelby was a larger-than-life character known the world over for his work on the Shelby S/C Cobra, the Shelby G.T. 350 Mustang and his work with the legendary Ford GT40. From 1965 to 1973, Shelby and the Ford Motor Company were fairly intertwined with performance and business dealings. But did you know he was… The post The Cars Of Carroll Shelby appeared first on The Online Automotive Marketplace.


What Ever Happened To The Ford Pinto?

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


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


Great Scott! DeLorean DMC-12 Gets Futuristic EV Conversion Kit

Despite the futuristic look of the classic DeLorean DMC-12, the original V6 PRV engine doesn’t quite live up to the expectations of what should power an iconic car that plays a role as a time machine in the popular cult classic film, Back to the Future. Electrogenic, a company known for converting classic cars to… The post Great Scott! DeLorean DMC-12 Gets Futuristic EV Conversion Kit appeared first on The Online Automotive Marketplace.


A Suzuki Jimny Pickup? It Could Be Happening

Sadly, don't expect any of them to come to America anytime soon.


Which is the Better SUV? Edmunds compares the new Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus GX

Toyota has come out with an all-new 2024 Land Cruiser. This latest model of this long-running SUV is smaller and less expensive than before and comes with a hybrid powertrain that gets better fuel economy than the previous V8. Yet, true to tradition, the Land Cruiser comes standard with four-wheel drive and ample ground clearance for help over rugg...


The Story Behind The Nissan-Built Ford HighBoy Roadster

The 1932 Ford Highboy holds iconic status among hot-rodders, and this one distinguishes itself with Nissan-sourced powertrain.


The American automakers we totally forgot existed

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


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.