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10 Crazy Fast Sports Cars From The 2000s

The 2000s produced many fast sports cars, but these ten stand out as the fastest and wildest creations from various manufacturers.

2024-06-23T11:12:01Z

This Toyota Ammonia-Powered Engine Seems To Be Gunning For Hydrogen-Powered Vehicles

Toyota's latest ICE innovations yields amazing results for the future of eco-mobility

2024-06-28T09:00:54Z

More Junkyard Discoveries of Windy Hill Auto Parts, New London, Minnesota

Founded in 1964, and still family-run today, Windy Hill Auto Parts is a treasure trove of rare and interesting nuggets - with enough supply to warrant this part two

2024-06-23T10:04:08Z

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.

2024-07-02T14:11:07Z

How The VQ/VR Became Nissan's Best Engine Family Ever

We're going to be looking at some of our favorite applications of the Nissan VQ/VR engine over the years, and where you can find them in 2024.

2024-06-20T10:37:43Z

Restoring a 1970 GMC C2500 Custom Camper

Dave Plummer is hardly the first enthusiast who went looking for one model of vehicle, only to shift gears and end up with something else, but his story is an interesting evolution, nonetheless. “I had been searching for years for a ½-ton 1967-’72 big-block short bed GMC Sierra Grande – a ‘muscle truck’ of sorts, but never found one. In the meantime, I stumbled onto this one-owner ¾-ton Longhorn, and for about half a second contemplated...

2024-02-04T16:16:19Z

13 Hybrid Cars To Stay Away From Buying

Save yourself the headache and avoid these models.

2024-06-27T13:15:15Z

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

Study finds EVs, hybrids twice as likely to hit pedestrians, causing more fatalities

A recent study found EVs and hybrids are twice as likely to hit pedestrians than gas cars, potentially leading to more fatal accidents.

2024-05-23T16:33:14Z

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

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

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

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

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

A Girls Guide to Cars

2024-06-14T11:12:54Z

A.I. Predicts What 20 Popular Cars Might Look Like in 100 Years

Here are what the most popular cars on the market will look like in 100 years from now, according to AI...

2024-06-13T11:43:39Z

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

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!

2024-06-22T23:09:48Z

Two major pickup trucks recalled due to safety issues

Ford and Tesla are recalling pickup trucks due to safety concerns. Here's what we know so far.

2024-06-26T14:17:05Z

Street-Spotted: AMC Eagle Wagon

The AMC Eagle was well ahead of its time. But AMC quickly went in another direction, despite the Eagle being a success.

2024-03-26T16:30:10Z

10 Used Supercars That Cost At Least 50-Percent Less Than When New

While some supercars retain or increase in value over time, these have seen their original prices more than halved.

2024-06-19T07:11:55Z

13 Vintage Cars With the Coolest Wide Wings

Way too cool.

2024-06-18T14:01:54Z

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

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.

2024-07-02T05:48:21Z

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.

2024-06-30T18:22:30Z

What Is Overdrive In An Automatic Car, And How Does It Work?

Overdrive is something that is automatically on when you turn on your vehicle, but what is it, and are there circumstances when you should turn it off?

2023-10-27T12:17:01Z

20 Vehicles that Will Last More than 200,000 Miles

A study of more than 13.5 million cars was conducted to find out which models offered the longest-lasting cars. Take a look and see the winners.

2024-06-01T11:33:39Z

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

31 amazing American woodie wagons

From the Ford Country Squire to the AMC Pacer we examine America’s story of the wood-panelled station wagon.

2024-01-30T15:11:50Z

Homeowner battles 'ridiculous' HOA insurance requirement for EV charger: 'The solution is ... change the rules'

"It's been impossible to talk them down from this high horse." Homeowner battles 'ridiculous' HOA insurance requirement for EV charger: 'The solution is ... change the rules' first appeared on The Cool Down.

2024-07-02T10:08:04Z

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

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

The Porsche 911 GTS Is Less Aerodynamic in the US—and Safety Is Why

I just got back from Spain driving the new and newly hybrid 2025 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS. Unfortunately, my impressions are embargoed until July 9 (come back then for the full review), but one amusing detail I can share now is that, here in the United States, the new 911 will be slightly less aerodynamic than it will be in the rest of the world. Th...

2024-07-01T20:59:39Z

Every BMW Model Made In The U.S.A

BMW opened a plant in Spartanburg, South Carolina that produces several of its models sold in the United States, including some top sellers.

2024-06-24T11:42:04Z

I drove a Tesla for the first time. It's perfectly fine — but still left me underwhelmed.

Taking a Model 3 for a spin was the only way for me to work out why some people love Teslas so much. The fanboys may not be happy with me.

2024-06-19T10:09:12Z

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

Frustrated transit expert highlights major issues with popular truck design: 'There's no good reason for these to be legal'

"There are people driving these who can't even see over the wheel." Frustrated transit expert highlights major issues with popular truck design: 'There's no good reason for these to be legal' first appeared on The Cool Down.

2024-06-10T04:42:54Z

The Fastest Ferraris In the World

Ferrari has a rich history and numerous models that are mighty fast, but did you know which Ferraris are the fastest?

2022-11-25T18:12:07Z

A Suzuki Jimny Pickup? It Could Be Happening

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

2024-06-27T16:20:47Z

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

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

Car dealers are ramping up legal fights after a massive cyberattack shut down their operations

Software provider CDK Global has been slapped with at least eight lawsuits in federal court since a pair of cyberattacks took its dealer management service offline — and likely exposed the personal information of tens of thousands of people.

2024-07-02T16:53:45Z

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

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

Land Rover Defender 110 Gets Yeti-Sized Upgrade

If you like extreme off-road adventures, especially the ones that take you to places that have no roads and an unlimited supply of snow, then we have a perfect vehicle just for you. Arctic Trucks, the company specializing in vehicle preparation for – you guessed it – adventures in the Arctic, just unveiled its latest creation. They took the Land Rover Defender 110 and gave it a Yeti treatment, transforming it into an unstoppable snow adventure...

2024-06-27T18:52:53Z

5 Facts About The 1971 Pontiac Firebird Probably Only Hardcore Car Fans Know

As one of the many iconic muscle cars from that era of American automotive history, the Pontiac Firebird has a storied history of struggles and successes.

2024-06-15T12:52:54Z

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

Think Twice Before Buying These Used Cars Says Consumer Reports

Buying a used car can often seem like a financially savvy decision due to the significant depreciation absorbed by the

2024-06-27T19:15:22Z

In pictures: The Ford Thunderbird story

What better time than this than to celebrate a car that at its height epitomised carefree days?

2023-07-28T11:23:48Z

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

24 Best New Cars Worth Their Price Tag

Take your pick, we love them all.

2024-07-01T18:17:36Z