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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...


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.


13 Most Disappointing Electric Cars To Avoid at All Costs

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


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.


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.


Interesting Junkyard Finds from Under1981.com, Grimsley, Tennessee

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


It's Finally Happening: The Mazdaspeed Miata Successor Is Coming

The Mazda Spirit Racing division is hard at work testing the high-performance version of the MX-5 Miata.


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


912-HP Audi RS e-tron GT Performance Is Audi's Most Powerful Car Yet

The new electric GT is part of a three-car lineup that has received upgraded suspension, styling, technology, and a lighter battery.


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...


Last Hemi V8-Powered Ram 1500 Turned Into Viper-Inspired Supertruck

The sports truck features aggressive styling, lowered suspension, and paintwork inspired by the Viper. What a way to say goodbye to the V8.


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.


24 Best New Cars Worth Their Price Tag

Take your pick, we love them all.


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.


The story of Japan’s tiny kei cars

Your pocket guide to Japan’s tiny, quirky and brilliant kei cars – including some of our favourite models


13 Classic Cars Driven by Hollywood Stars

The Hollywood glitz and glamour are incomplete without the coolest cars the world has ever seen. With luxury and style reigning supreme, classic cars have always stood out as a symbol of status, elegance, and a touch of nostalgia among the litany of million-dollar Lamborghinis, Ferraris, and Maybachs. Many Hollywood stars have been charmed by vintage automobiles since the golden age of modern cinema. Same way they carefully choose their red carpet rides, classics can be more than just a mode of transportation – the representatives of an era and an extension of the stars themselves. Ladies and gentlemen, join us in this scenic drive through Beverly Hills, Bel Air, Malibu, Santa Monica, Pacific Palisades, Hollywood Hills, and wherever else these legendary figures love to frolic, as we raise our glasses to the iconic classic cars that captured the hearts of some of Hollywood’s finest performers — who made us laugh, cry, and dream.


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.


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...


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.


What Ever Happened To The Ford Pinto?

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


Illinois EV battery fire ignites proposed law regulating battery storage

(The Center Square) – An amended Senate bill awaiting action from Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker about battery storage has some worried it could burden small businesses around the state. The crux of Senate Bill 3481 that awaits the governor's signature requires companies that store certain battery types to register with the Environmental Protection Ag...


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.


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.


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.


The 15 worst-selling cars right now

It’s finally July, which means we’re officially halfway through the calendar year. That also means that even the automakers that only announce quarterly sales figures have released their sales reports, allowing sites like Jalopnik to dig through the data hoping to find something interesting.


A Suzuki Jimny Pickup? It Could Be Happening

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


These tiny electric vehicles are zipping around cities

Eli Zero can travel 60 miles on a single charge.


1949 Ford: the car that saved the company

As Ford gears up for a huge launch of its all-electric F-150 Lightning, we turn the clock back over 70 years to a car that saved the company


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.


13 Hidden Features You’ve Missed in Your Car

Chances are your car, no matter the make or model, has some hidden features that can significantly enhance your driving experience. We live in a fast-paced world where humans hardly have time to read their cellphone’s user manual, let alone the 400 to 500-page car owner’s manual waiting patiently in the glove box. Perhaps, our dwindling attention span is why automakers like Rivian and Tesla go out of their way to hide Easter Eggs for their customers to devote time and attention to discover. These hidden treasures, when found, can enhance the driving experience or even the quality of life. Similarly, many hidden gems that aren’t Easter eggs go unnoticed because they’re buried deep amidst the array of bells and whistles in modern automobiles. We’ve dug up 13 of such hidden features.


Can YOU IDENTIFY THESE abandoned Arizona arroyo antiques?

We at Hemmings are always on the lookout for fascinating photos of derelict old cars and trucks that can potentially star in our popular annual Hemmings Abandoned Autos calendar. One of the contributors to the 2025 calendar that’s now being printed is Pedro Maya, an Arizona native who’d shared an image of a roofless, bullet-hole-ridden… The post Can YOU IDENTIFY THESE abandoned Arizona arroyo antiques? appeared first on The Online Automotive...


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.


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...


Audi's RS Q8 Performance Might Make You Rethink That Urus Order

While the Lamborghini Urus is somewhat derived from the Audi RS Q8, the 2025 refresh of Audi's sporty SUV still brings impressive power and a new facelift.


The concept cars that went wrong when they made production

An attractive concept doesn't always guarantee an attractive production car


30 Best American-Made Cars in History, Ranked

"Made in America" is important, especially when it comes to auto manufacturing. These cars left a mark upon the industry thanks to their great design.


Which Car Brands Make the Best Vehicles?

We ranked 34 brands based on the Overall Scores of their models, which include road tests, reliability, satisfaction, and safetyBy Jeff S. BartlettData analysis by Anita Lam. Interactive by Andy ...


It's Official: Porsche's Gas-Powered Boxster and Cayman Will Be Axed Next Year

So long, farewell, auf Wiedersehen, goodbye...


View Photos of the 2025 Nissan Rogue Rock Creek

See exterior and interior photos of the 2025 Nissan Rogue Rock Creek, a new off-road-oriented version of Nissan's popular crossover.


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.


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.


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

What was in style when you were born?


Ford launches game-changing new service for electric vehicles — and it's a first in the industry

"The company is driving forward with bold, new EVs." Ford launches game-changing new service for electric vehicles — and it's a first in the industry first appeared on The Cool Down.


10 Affordable Compact Cars That Will Last 300,000 Miles

While the Ford F-150 is the best-selling vehicle in America and crossover SUVs are the most popular type. Smaller, fuel-efficient compact cars have experienced significant growth in recent years,...


Porsche Feeling The Heat From EV Decline

A report from Germany claims that Porsche is winding down the production of its hot-selling EV.


These 10 Cars Are Actually Worth More Used Than New

One post-pandemic surprise has been the spike in used car prices. In recent months, some used cars are even selling for more than when they were new!


2024 Nissan Z Heritage Edition Lets You Make A Statement At A Hefty Price

The Nissan Z Heritage Edition is a remarkable performance vehicle with awesome styling and a tribute to the Z line of cars, but is the price too high?


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.


Transformers' New G1 Bumblebee VW Beetle Rolls Out in International Release

A new diecast non-transforming Bumblebee collectible by Jada Toys showcases the Autobot's iconic VW Beetle form from the original Transformers.


This Solar Charger Promises to Let You Charge Your EV Anywhere

The EV charger, which costs an estimated $3,000, can now be preordered for a $100 deposit.