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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.

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.

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.

These tiny electric vehicles are zipping around cities

Eli Zero can travel 60 miles on a single charge.

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.

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.

A Suzuki Jimny Pickup? It Could Be Happening

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

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

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.

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.

13 Hybrid Cars To Stay Away From Buying

Save yourself the headache and avoid these models.

24 Best New Cars Worth Their Price Tag

Take your pick, we love them all.

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

What Is The RAM 700, And Can You Get One In The USA?

On paper, the Ram 700 seems like a solid candidate for Stellantis to introduce to the Ram lineup in the U.S., but will it be available in the states?

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.

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.

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.

13 Most Disappointing Electric Cars To Avoid at All Costs

Considering their high price tag, these are not worth it.

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.

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 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.

Cheapest 400hp Cars You Can Buy Brand New In 2024

Looking to get the most bang for your buck? Here are the cars with the highest horsepower-to-price ratio

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.

Tesla Model 3 | This is it!

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.

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.

Tesla sees surprise sales boost after cutting prices

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

What Ever Happened To The Ford Pinto?

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

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.

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.

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...

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.

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.

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

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

What was in style when you were born?

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!

Turning a 1958 Edsel Into a Bond-Themed Spy Car with Gizmos and Gadgets Galore

I grew up in Southern California in the 1960s, when car culture was a big influence on a boy. Slot cars and plastic models were the gateway drugs, so to speak, which was followed by go-karts and minibikes. I lived in a rural area on the family chicken ranch where there was plenty of room to rod around on hard-packed dirt. My dad, who built much of his own farm equipment, fabricated a go-kart for my older brother when he was 5. I inherited the...

Genesis Shows Off Another Gran Turismo-Inspired Racing Concept in Busan

Even in track form, Genesis remains focused on an aesthetically pleasing experience.

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.

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.

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.

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.

5 Pontiacs That Have Impressive Quarter-Mile Speeds

While the Pontiac brand is now retired, it still has a lot of remarkable history in the automotive world, like some very impressive quarter-mile speeds.

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.

Volvo's disastrous new EV software is now leading to returns and full refunds

The Volvo EX30 is a very fun, very reasonably priced little electric crossover. It’s also delayed in the U.S. thanks to new tariffs on Chinese-built cars, and it seems the problems get worse from there: Volvo has halted sales on the model abroad after a wave of software issue reports from customers.

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.

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. […]

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.

2025 Toyota GR Supra Loses the Four-Cylinder but Keeps the Manual

Inline six cylinder is the only powertrain option on the menu, but it comes with a slight price bump.

2024 Porsche Macan Turbo: Half Porsche, Half Audi, All Electric

The new, battery-electric Porsche Macan is as delightful as expected, and disappoints at the same time.