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First, it was the war of whos got the biggest grille. Now the focus has shifted to tailgates. The main unique selling points of pickup trucks are cargo beds. While there isnt much you can do in that aspect apart from offering different types of Tonneau covers, or illumination, or different material for the base. Ram and GMC changed the game when they launch tailgates that can be used more efficiently. These tailgates became the talk of the town, but... [read more]

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It's been 24 years since Porsche introduced the Boxster as a smaller and more affordable version of the iconic 911. The roadster was joined by the Cayman coupe in 2005. The Cayman is now in its third generation, and enthusiasts are still debating which one is the best and which one is the purest driver's car. The folks over at EverydayDriver set out to answer this question by comparing Caymans from all three generations. They've test a 987-gen Cayman R... [read more]

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The Jeep Wagoneer is coming back a legendary name from the brands back catalog , previously used on the ancestors of todays mainstream SUVs . It will complement the more luxurious Grand Wagoneer to create a family of three-row, truck-based SUVs for the Jeep brand, both of which target domestic and import stalwarts. Weve already seen the Grand Wagoneer concept , and we expect the regular Wagoneer to emerge as a slightly more mainstream take on the concepts broad strokes... [read more]

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The 2020 McLaren Senna GTR LM is a limited-edition version of the Senna GTR. A customer-commissioned series, the 2020 Senna GTR LM was designed as a tribute to McLaren's 1995 24 Hours of Le Mans campaign, which saw the F1 GTR win the race for the very first time. The 2020 Senna GTR LM is limited to five units, each designed as a homage to the five F1 GTR race cars that finished the 1995 24 Hours of Le Mans... [read more]

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The Ford F-Series has been the best-selling vehicle in the U.S. for over four decades now, and this legacy seems sufficient to introduce it. The company has a range of pickup trucks, ranging from light-duty to heavy-duty and for varied purposes. The list is exhaustive, but the bottom line is that if you need a full-size pickup truck, no matter what the budget or usage pattern, Ford has an offering for you, right from F-150 to the F-750. While the... [read more]

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Reports from several sources out of Europe point to a Bugatti sale to Croatian automaker Rimac in the near future. The details are yet to be confirmed by the relevant parties, but the rumors are compelling. And the big takeaway here is that the future seems to be electric. Reuters is reporting the basics of the rumor in question: Rimac, the eponymous company from founder Mate Rimac, wants to acquire Bugatti from the Volkswagen Group . Over the years, Volkswagen... [read more]

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They're going to run what? Where? For how long? This was likely a common reaction when it was announced that two full-figured NASCAR stockers were going to compete at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1976. Wasn't that a race in a faraway land called France, contested only by funny little furrin' cars? No, not since 1966, anyway, when Henry Ford II went there with his all-conquering GT program and the notion of trumping Enzo Ferrari at his own... [read more]

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The 1955 Le Mans race is grimly remembered for Mercedes driver Pierre Leveghs horrific crash on the pit straight, which claimed the lives of more than 80 spectators. But its an event that also deeply affected Jaguar : The only son of company founder Sir William Lyons, John, was killed in a car crash en route to the race. John Lyons was just 25 years old when he died, and it is by no means certain he would have succeeded... [read more]

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Overlanding has become a thing in America. Before the coronavirus pandemic tapped the brakes, people all over the country were jumping into their 4x4s and taking the road less traveled, turning away from the interstates and the neon-lit desolation of cheap hotels and fast food joints, journeying instead along the quiet back roads and trails that still crisscross the country. Overlanding has made the voyage as important as the destination. Where I grew up, it always was. Australia is about... [read more]

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Ford recently revealed a teaser image of the electric F-150 while announcing the companys new Rouge Electric Vehicle Center. From the looks of it, Ford seems to have followed Rivian and Teslas footsteps to come up with a bold truck that doesnt look to share a lot of similarity with the internal combustion-engined crop of trucks. Its too soon to comment, but it looks, well, weird.

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The pandemic threw a spanner in the works for most of the automakers out there. This seemed to have happened at the worse time since this is the transition phase and many automakers were gearing up to launch new electric vehicles. Jaguar and Land Rover are no exceptions to that. Autocar got hold of a transcript of JLRs conference call with its investors which reveals the debut date for electric cars from both brands will debut in October and November... [read more]

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Electrification has struck the pickup truck segment, but heavy-duty trucks are yet to be powered by batteries. However, CEN Racing has developed an electric F-450 and we are loving it. It comes with all the heavy-duty goodies youd expect, like a four-wheel-drive system, dually-rear-wheel setup, all-terrain tires, etc. But, the catch is that it is one-tenth the size of the actual truck. Say what?

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My stay in Michigan is coming to a close, and Im winding things down with a short feature on an obscure hot rod of yesteryear. The car is... continue reading

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Announced at Audis Annual Press Conference in Ingolstadt earlier this year, the Audi E-Tron GT is a new all-electric four-door coup destined to hit the market in 2020. Offered as part of the Audi electric onslaught in which the Ingolstadt-based company will reveal 20 new electric models by 2025, the Audi E-Tron GT will sit at the top of the Audi Sport division, and will be responsible for constructing an all-new character trait for Audi's line of Sport vehicles. With... [read more]

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For decades, Porsche has established the benchmark in many (if not all) vehicle classes that it competes in. From the 911 to the Macan , every Porsche is known for its superior handling, body control, and finesse. The Porsche Cayenne is no exception. Since its inception in 2003, the Cayenne has proven naysayers wrong, winning comparison tests and even MotorTrend SUV of the Year. Now, as a new generation emerges, the Cayenne is once again making some noise. The Mercedes-Benz... [read more]

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Sir John Egan, the man who pulled Jaguar out of the state-owned morass that was British Leyland, was a shrewd salesman. He knew Jaguar had enough money to launch the XJ40 sedan in 1986, but not a lot more. He realized the companys long-term future, therefore, lay in persuading one of the global auto giants to fund the ongoing R&D needed to improve the XJ40 and build a replacement for the aging XJ-S , as well as invest in the... [read more]

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This shouldve been it. The American luxury/performance flagship sedan to finally stand up to V-8-powered German sedans like the Mercedes-AMG E 63 and S 63 , BMW M5 , M6 Gran Coupe , and 750i , and Audi RS 7 and S8 cars (and maybe even the Lexus GS F ) that have dominated the continent-crossing swift-sedan market forever. But before we even got a chance to properly test a 2020 C adillac CT6 4.2-liter twin-turbo Platinum powered by the... [read more]

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With the arrival of super SUVs like the Lamborghini Urus, Bentley Bentayga, and Rolls-Royce Cullinan, the Porsche Cayenne Turbo now faces stiff competition from all corners of the market. The high-powered German SUV still commands plenty of respect and attention, but in those moments when it meets any of these new upstarts, a little aftermarket help wouldnt be so bad to have. This program, in particular, offers a glimpse of what a Porsche Cayenne Turbo could end up as if... [read more]

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Classic cars have always had a significant portion of the car scene. Whether we talk about vintage cars from the 1920s and 1930s, muscle cars from the 1960s, or European and Asian young-timers that have just achieved classic status, every category has their own dedicated community. And while the 1930s Mercedes-Benz 770-K is out of reach for most people, the 10 classics below will not get any cheaper. As some of them have already started appreciating in value, 2020 might... [read more]

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The first-generation Porsche Macan was launched in 2014, which means that it's six years old as of 2020. Given that modern car life cycles take five to six years, it's about time for a redesign. But it seems Porsche wants to keep the current Macan on the market a while longer. At least that's what a set of new spy shots we just received suggest.

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Ferrari Portofino M Featuring the legendary M suffix, for Modificata, in its name, the new and improved Ferrari Portofino boasts a slew of advanced technical and design features, such as an eight-speed dual-clutch gearbox and a five-position Manettino. Regarded a highly revolutionary build, the Ferrari Portofino M invites drivers on a voyage of rediscovery. The $243K Ferrari Portofino M Invites Drivers To Rediscover More Than The Depth of Their Wallets Replacing its original seven-speed gearbox, its engines design is based... [read more]

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After years of rumors and speculation, Nissan finally unveiled the successor to the 370Z. Although the Z Proto is a concept car and not a production model, it's an accurate preview of the next Z car, rumored to be called the 400Z. Now that the Z Proto is out in the open, performance car enthusiasts the world over are wondering whether Nissan will offer a Nismo version. And renderings of the 400Z Nismo are already flooding the internet.

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As enthusiasts, were taught from a young age to view front-drive cars with contempt. They are flawed. Wrong-wheel drive. Plagued with torque steer if you give them any power. They are the product of corporations cutting costs to please shareholders. Like my fellow enthusiasts, I was indoctrinated in the scriptures of Zora, Carroll, and Ferry: the only performance cars that matter are rear-wheel drive. But things have changed a lot in the past couple decades. Front-wheel-drive performance cars aredare I... [read more]

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You have spoken, and we have listened! Steve Magnante is back for another episode of MotorTrend: Working from Home . This time, hes tackling some issues that have been plaguing his altered-wheelbase 1981 Ford Fairmont Funny Car for too long. Related: Sign up to the MotorTrend App today for $2 per month to stream the best car shows and binge on burnouts! Watch 3,200+ hours of the best in automotive entertainment, including every episode of Roadkill , Roadkills Junkyard Gold... [read more]

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When it comes to buying a four-door BMW 2 Series, aka the 2 Series Gran Coupe, you dont have a whole lot of options. You can either choose the base, 228i, or the current range-topper, the M235i. With a price difference of $7,800, it leaves one to wonder whether you might as well pony up a little extra to get something that looks, well, less bland, or if you should just get the base 2 Series GC and drive it... [read more]

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Revived in 1987 by Italian entrepreneur Romano Artioli, Bugatti was acquired by the Volkswagen Group in 1998. Under German ownership, the French brand introduced the Veyron and the Chiron, as well as a handful of one-off supercars, all powered by massive W-16 engines with more than 1,000 horsepower. Come 2020 and Bugatti could be sold off, and rumor has it the French company may end up with Rimac Automobili, the Croatian firm that produces electric supercars, drivetrains, and battery systems.

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Nissan just unveiled the Z Proto, a concept car that previews the next-generation Z, likely to be called the 400Z. With the Z Proto out in the open, there is all sorts of speculation as to what it could spawn. The rumor mill includes a convertible and a Nismo version, as well as the fact that it could borrow its engine from the Infiniti Q60 Red Sport. A convertible version would be particularly interesting given that Nissan no longer offers... [read more]

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When the current GMC Sierra 1500 debuted, we applauded the truck for finally differentiating itself from its slightly-(slightly) lower-market Chevrolet Silverado 1500 sibling. One key differentiator? An exclusive, optional reconfigurable tailgate that can alternately act as a work surface, a step into the bed, or a load stop depending on how you position it. But now, we're learning that the handy tailgate will trickle down to the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado . There will be one small difference: While GMC calls... [read more]

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Le Mans , 1968, the way it was meant to sound: the rolling thunder of the 7.0-liter Ford GT40s , the screaming howl of the Ferrari P4s, the edgy rasp of the Porsche 908s , and the metallic snarl of the mid-engine, V-12-powered Jaguar XJ13 . The thought of this impossibly low-slung British Racing Green roadster running wheel to wheel down the Mulsanne Straight with scarlet Ferraris , big-banger Fords , and scrappy Porsches is enough to get any enthusiasts... [read more]

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It is one thing to be inspired by a product, and another to copy a product. Unfortunately, some Chinese automakers fall under the second category. Weve seen ripped-off versions of Minis, Teslas, BMWs, and the latest one to join that flattered list is the Ford F-150 Raptor. What we see here is not a Ford F-150 Raptor modified by some tuner who has slapped its badge on it. This truck is a production-version vehicle from Foton. Fotons latest pickup truck... [read more]

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Strange as it may seem, two of the anachronic figures in the world of sports cars, albeit at different ends of the pricing spectrum, Nissan's 370Z and Maserati's GranTurismo have finally been replaced one way or another after over a decade on the market. While Maserati chose to pick a fight with Ferrari & Co. with its next two-door model, Nissan more or less sticks with the classic formula with the retro-looking 400Z. More or less because, apparently, the upcoming... [read more]

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My family and I are getting ready for the most Yankee Doodle All-American vacation you can imagine: A two week road trip down Route 66, pulling an Airstream... continue reading

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Easy to operate and cost-effective, the all-new Radical SR10 aims to keep drivers on the track for longer stretches at faster speeds, whether dicing it up at the local club track day or racing in the Radical Cup. Expanding on the architecture of the Radical Motorsports SR model line, which includes the SR3 and SR8 , the SR10 offers the next level of Radical performance, incorporating some aspects of the marques larger RXC range of cars. Manufactured in Peterborough at... [read more]

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Ram Trucks introduced a novel take on the limited-edition pickup earlier this year when it began rolling out its Built to Serve line of 1500 pickups . These special-edition trucks were to be released in batches of 1,000 to 2,000 units, with each run decorated in honor of one of the five branches of America's armed forces. So far, we've seen Ram's Built to Serve 1500 pickups celebrating the Army and Navy, and now comes the third model in the... [read more]

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Ford wont be first to market among the slew of electric pickup trucks on the horizon, but a new plant is under construction to deliver the 2022 Ford F-150 electric pickup in mid-2022. That's shortly after the 2022 GMC Hummer EV electric pickup, the 2021 Rivian R1T electric truck and the 2021 Tesla Cybertruck are due. Ford has confirmed production plans are underway, a new Built for America ad campaign has been crafted, and we have a few new, vague... [read more]

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Mazdas been on a bit of a (horse) power kick lately. A few weeks ago, the brand took the wraps off the 2021 Mazda 3 hatchback and sedan's new 2.5 Turbo trim and its turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine . No surprise, then, the CX-30 crossover is getting the turbocharged treatment, as well. As in the case with the 3, the CX-30's new turbo 2.5-liter is plucked from other Mazda models such as the CX-9 , CX-5, and 6 . As... [read more]

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The Mercedes G-Class is arguably one of the best off-roaders to have graced our planet. Over the years, the company has equipped it with a premium interior and an exorbitant price tag, but it is still regarded as a hardcore off-roader and has a strong footing in the segment despite heavy competition. To further cement this perception, Mercedes created a hardcore version of the already-competent G-Class called the G-Class 4x4. The previous models production ended in 2017, but it looks... [read more]

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The Nissan Z Proto was unveiled this week in Japan and fans from all over the world could chime in and ask questions as the Japanese automaker unveiled the next chapter in the legendary Z car story. However, it was the annual ZCon gathering in the U.S., the largest Nissan Z gathering in the world that was featured extensively during the launch, and that's not surprising given the Z's main market is America. What's surprising, though, is that the two-door... [read more]

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The 2021 Bentley Continental GT Mulliner is a special-edition version of the Continental GT. As the name suggests, the coupe has been customized by Mulliner, the company's bespoke division. Although it doesn't look very different compared to the standard model, the Mulliner model stands out through numerous exclusive features inside and out. Designed for customers who want an even greater focus on customization, the 2021 Continental GT Mulliner is basically the range-topping version of the current luxury coupe. Engine choices... [read more]

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It wasnt that long ago we were hanging out in the deserts of Southern California and watching the birth of the side-by-side market as we know it. It all started simply enough, with people tricking out second-hand golf carts. As quickly as such golf carts came onto the scene, though, they were gone again. This time people found that the same companies that built their motorcycles and ATVs also built utility vehicles for work on ranches and farms. These utility... [read more]

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Even though this years race will look a little bit different, without the thousands of fans lining the stands, Le Mans itself is still the same 8.5 notorious miles of straights, chicanes, and flat-out corners. Just ask Andy Pilgrim , who has raced at the 24 hours of Le Mans six times in his career and knows the track as well as anyone. But his first memory of racing at the famed street circuit has nothing to do with racing... [read more]

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Too often, it feels like Europe gets all the good stuff. Now the tables have turned, as the new Nissan Z won't be offered on the Old Continent. Yes, well see the new V-6 sports car here in the U.S., but not in Europe. The news isnt particularly surprising, given that Nissan is carefully streamlining its European business with the help of alliance partner Renault. In May, Nissan said it would focus its core operations on Japan, China, and North... [read more]

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After only five years on the market, the third-generation Hyundai Tucson was discontinued to make way for a brand-new model. The fourth-gen SUV is a big departure from its predecessor in terms of exterior design, but it also brings new and innovative technology to the table. The fourth-gen Hudson is also the first to offer a hybrid drivetrain. The SUV was launched without the usual diesel options, and it remains to be seen if Hyundai will add any later on.

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2015 and older Kia vehicles may have a safety issue. 1998 Buick Lesabre 3.8 Surges, Transmission, EVAP System Check Engine Light. 2013 Toyota 4 Runner Seat Heaters. Automotive Electrical. Ford Focus Fuel System Pills for Fuel Mileage. Is it real? Home Use Car Scanners. Ignition Coils. 2011 Honda Pilot Transmission Flush or not. Ethanol Use in cars of different years. 2017-2020 Honda New Ridgeline. 1990 Mazda Miata Low Power. Street Rod Transmission Installation. Press "Play" below to listen to this... [read more]

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Bob Regerh collected cars for many years and even invented the "moon Walk" bouncy castle which allowed him to afford the cars. Now they are all up for auction by non other than the famed Vanderbrink Auctions Shannon's own sister. Press "Play" below to listen to this episode

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For better or worse, weve called the Portofino an everyday Ferrari a very good, but not great, car from Maranello. Thats less of a criticism and more an observation of the real purpose of the entry-level Ferrari drop-top . We have already found it to be fast, elegant, refined, and luxuriously equippedits faint praise only when you consider the other prancing horses in the stable. And with the 2021 Portofino M, Ferrari is refining the formula even further. M stands... [read more]

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News about the Ford Bronco Raptor has been heading in the right chronology until now. We first heard hushed talks about sparked the news, then some leaks here and there with a few spec details, then an error by a Ford engineer on Linkedin, and finally some confirmation on what to expect from the Bronco Raptor. But, it looks like theres a twist in the story. Ford recently filed a trademark application for the Warthog moniker, and netizens believe it... [read more]

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The Suzuki Jimny is the tiny four-wheel-drive SUV that we absolutely love, and maybe even more than we really should. Automotive writers and critics have gone wild about it, but by any dispassionate analysis, the little Jimny sales casewhere it likely wears a high price in a niche segmentis marginal in this country. If the sales justified homologating it here, wouldnt someone find a way to do it? Suzuki might be gone as a seller of passenger vehicles in America... [read more]

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A little more than two years ago, Lincoln and SBE announced a partnership that made the American automotive luxury brand the official luxury vehicle of a number of the hospitality groups hotels. At the time, guests at eight different SBE properties were given the opportunity to get carted about in top-of-the-line Lincoln Navigator Black Label SUVs and Continental Black Label sedans. Now, Lincoln and SBE are at it again. The two brands announced a continued commitment to the partnership, which... [read more]

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