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2001 Pontiac REV Concept Gets Saved from the Crusher

The Pontiac Transportation Museum not only saved the REV from the crusher, it also plans to restore the concept.

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.

Best V8 SUVs Of 2024

If you arent worried about gas bills, these V8 SUVs have the power to overcome their heavy bodies.

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.

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.

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.

Tesla Model 3 | This is it!

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

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.

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.

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...

Chinese electric vehicles are transforming Australia's car market. Are we getting a good deal?

China's electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers are having a moment.

Top 15 Cars From The Fast And Furious Saga

From Dom Toretto's 1970 Dodge Charger and 1997 Mazda RX-7 FD Veilside to Paul Walker's 1995 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT and 1995 Nissan Skyline R33 GT-R,1, to the Flip Car from Fast And Furious 6, watch our video on the best cars from the Fast and Furious franchise so far.

What Ever Happened To The Ford Pinto?

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

Tesla CEO Elon Musk Eyes $25 Trillion Market Cap With Optimus Bot, Admits To Being 'Pathologically Optimistic'

Tesla CEO Elon Musk said on Thursday that there will be at least one humanoid robot for every person in the world in the future and the EV company will have a significant share of that market. Optimus is a humanoid robot designed and manufactured by Tesla, among its several non-EV tech initiatives. While two are currently employed in the company’s Fremont factory, taking cells off the end of the production line and placing them in containers, several others are walking the company’s office in Palo Alto.

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.

Top 10 Most Expensive Cars in the World

These aren’t your typical luxury sportscars or even just performance cars; they’re SUPERCARS in every sense of the word. These cars are automotive masterpieces.

Nissan R36: Is There Going To Be A New GT-R?

As Nissan wraps up production of the R35 GT-R, it's unclear what the company's next moves might be. We do have some hints of what's to come, though.

These tiny electric vehicles are zipping around cities

Eli Zero can travel 60 miles on a single charge.

The true cost of mining electric car-battery metals

Your average EV has six times more mineral content than a petrol- or diesel-powered vehicle. But what's the cost of mining all these metals?

14 Old-School Oldsmobiles No One Remembers Anymore

During its long history, Oldsmobile manufactured more than 35 million vehicles. When General Motors (GM) owned the brand in 1908, Oldsmobile became part of the GM family, producing iconic rides that left their mark on American roads. Remember those classic muscle cars and comfy daily cruisers? Yes, Oldsmobile made them all. From the powerful 4-4-2, the all-around Cutlass, to the game-changing Toronado, they were a household name on American roads. However, with all the new cars around, some of these once-famous Oldsmobiles started to fade from the memory. So, let’s time-travel to the past and rediscover old-school Oldsmobiles that deserve a second look – for once, at least!

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.

What to do with old EV batteries? Recycle them!

More and more electric vehicles are being driven on German roads, making the question of what happens to old batteries increasingly important. A battery recycling plant has now started operations in Hamburg.

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.

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...

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

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

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...

U.K. company says its electric car battery charges in just 5 minutes

Nyobolt’s new EV battery charges in roughly twice the time it takes to fill up a gas-fueled vehicle. One of the most common complaints from electric vehicle owners is the time it takes to recharge their cars. In some instances, such as “level 1” EV battery chargers in residential homes, that can take as long as 40 hours. Using a Tesla Supercharger, it averages out to about 20 minutes.

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

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 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.

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

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

LuftCar is a hydrogen-powered detachable van that can fly.

The autonomous air and road vehicle has electrical propulsion.

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.

13 Classic Cars Predicted To Skyrocket in Value: Your Next Smart Investment

If it's an investment, then you can buy them all, right??

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.

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.

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...

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.

Full-fledged production of Hyundai's Casper Electric to begin this month

Hyundai EV-production SEOUL, July 4 (Yonhap) -- Full-fledged production of Casper Electric, Hyundai Motor Co.'s highly anticipated all-electric mini SUV, will begin in South Korea's southwestern city of Gwangju later this month, according to industry officials, with a target output of 21,400 units by the end of the year. Gwangju Global Motors (GGM)...

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.

Why Don't Trucks Have Dual Gas Tanks Anymore?

Dual gas tanks used to be a prominent feature in American trucks in earlier decades, but the progress of engineering (and other factors) has phased them out.

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.

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

What was in style when you were born?

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.

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.

Tesla owner calls out annoying driver behavior at public charging spot: 'Call your local tow company'

"Until cops ticket these guys for illegally parking, it won't change." Tesla owner calls out annoying driver behavior at public charging spot: 'Call your local tow company' first appeared on The Cool Down.

'The bad news is clear' at Tesla -portfolio manager

Liz Miller, president of Summit Place Financial Advisors, said that while Tesla was the first company to prove there was "a clear market" for electric vehicles, sales have "plateaued" amid a potential EV "backlash," threatening to make Tesla look "more like a lot of other car companies." Lisa Bernhard has more.

Xpeng's flying car takes test flight in China

Chinese EV maker Xpeng's affliate, Xpeng AeroHT, flew its latest experimental drone car during a short test flight on Tuesday (June 18) to demonstrate what the future of transportation could soon look like in the country. Fiona Jones reports.

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.