Given that you can now get a 797-hp sedan, today is arguably a second heyday for muscle cars. And thanks to modern engineering, the four-cylinder models can blitz past their classic predecessors. But not every model survived the march of time. One of the most prominent examples is the Bandit’s and the Hoff’s chariot of …

The 2020 Volkswagen Jetta seems like it's a safe compact car, but you may not be aware of this one shortcoming. Would you still buy it?

As tragic it is, some very cool vehicles never make it to the United States. Or worse, they were once popular stateside until an automaker pulled them. That’s the case with the Nissan Versa Note. Car and Driver reports the vehicle just got a major upgrade that Americans could benefit from but can’t because the …

The Acura RLX has hit the end of the line. After this year, the car will be discontinued but it will leave behind a legacy of reliability.

Porsche and Embraer recently teamed up so high-rollers could get a Porsche 911 to match their Embraer Phenom jet. Because, well, it’s just plain annoying not to have a matching jet and car. Not to be outdone, Aston Martin has fixed a pesky problem James Bond has always had. His penthouse and car were not …

Every once in a blue moon, an automaker introduces a special edition, positioned to excite even the most jaded enthusiast. It’s often a unique design or a model that offers stand-alone features or packages that real fans can appreciate. And now a new Audi R8 has critics and fans abuzz. The Audi R8 Panther Edition …

Turbos aren’t limited to high-end performance cars like Porsche 911s anymore. You can find turbocharged engines in pickup trucks, luxury cars, hot hatches, and entry-level sedans like the Mazda3. But as with any technology, automotive or otherwise, someone had to help bring it on a mass-market level. And in the late 70s, that car was …

The 2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata is a little more expensive, but its latest additions may be worth the money. What do you think of the changes?

The Honda Accord Hybrid has proven to be tough to beat. Kia tried to top the Accord Hybrid, but the Niro Hybrid just couldn't measure up.

The term “sleeper car” has been around for a long time. It is a car that has been modified to be super powerful and fast without looking special in any way. This is a street racing tactic to hustle people out of money or just to watch the look on someone’s face as they get …

Many auto industry awards are based on performance, safety, or reliability. We see individual awards, segment awards, and brand awards. In the case of this award for the Dodge Charger, however, favorites like the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord lost the popularity contest. The 2020 Dodge Charger beat the 2020 Toyota Camry, the 2020 Honda …

In some car comparisons, there’s just no question about which model is the over-achieving winner. And some say it’s a hands-down, no contest between the Honda Civic Type R and the Hyundai Veloster. The Honda Civic Type R far exceeds the Hyundai in a variety of head-to-head categories. But there is one key area of …

When just an oil change on a Bugatti costs $20k, the term ‘unobtainable’ springs easily to mind. Especially for the Chiron, which is technically the most expensive production car in the world. I say ‘technically’ because there’s an even pricier car based on the Chiron: the Bugatti Divo. And Doug Demuro recently took a look …

It’s no secret that it’s been a rough year for the auto world. RV sales may have spiked, but for everyone else, COVID-19 only hurt sales profits. That’s why it’s not that surprising that Mazda’s reported overall sales have fallen this year, according to Inside Mazda. In spite of this, one Mazda car has beaten …

The 2021 Subaru WRX isn't more expensive than last year's model, but cost is still a problem. Do you think its price is justified?

The Toyota Camry earned itself a name as a legendary family sedan that lasts longer than just about any other car on the road. But it kind of went through a really boring slump. It was still the reliable, roomy Toyota passenger car that built its reputation, but it’s been more like a driving appliance. …

Fancy features aren’t always enough to keep buyers interested in some luxury cars. For every Jaguar and Rolls-Royce, there’s a Duesenberg and a Packard. As a result, there are a number of fascinating brands that time and fortune simply left by the wayside. One of those made high-end French ‘hybrids’ bought by some very famous …

What does an average oil change cost these days? $40-50? On some European imports, it can go up to something around the $75-100 range because of specialty filters and the upcharge going to a dealership. This upcharge of $50 for an oil change is pretty frustrating; imagine what the service on something like, oh, I …

Though automatic emergency braking (AEB) is still largely an upscale feature in the industry, it’s turning up in more and more vehicles. According to U.S. News, it’s frequently appearing in updated 2020 and 2021 models. Can you get such a safety feature in an economical car such as the 2021 Kia Rio? If a vehicle …

While depreciation means luxury cars’ values often drop like stones, that’s often a boon for the next savvy owner. It’s a familiar situation for some of Jaguar’s products, such as the F-Type. And that includes this week’s Cars and Bids bargain purchase: a 2008 Jaguar XK. The 2007-2015 Jaguar XK is a luxury GT worthy …