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Tips, Tricks & Trends
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Check out the latest in motorized Tips, Tricks, & Trends:
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The 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Limited AWD S updates the popular S Appearance, introduced in 2017, with new exterior Anodized Ink finishes on the grille surrounds and badging, and a new “Foreshadow” finish on the wheels.

The 3 Most Satisfying New Minivans Won’t Leave You Disappointed

These days, minivans are making their comeback. Find out here the most satisfying new minivans according to Consumer Reports.

by Sarah Brennan

Published on August 10, 2021 3:19 pm

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Best Air Conditioned Lawn Mower Options for Your Lawn

Are you looking for an air conditioned lawn mower to keep you out of the elements this summer? Here are two options from Cab-N-Air and John Deere with air conditioning.

by Amanda Cline

Published on August 10, 2021 11:50 am

A pizzeria car crash killed a 13-year-old girl and seriously injured 13 others near Paris, France, in August 2017

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1 Man Drove Right Into a Pizzeria, Then Placed His Order From the Car Window

One odd incident that took place a few years ago concerned a man who unwittingly drove his small car into a local pizzeria. And amid the chaos and destruction, he decided to place an order for a slice right from his car window.

by Desiree Homer

Published on August 10, 2021 11:19 am

The 1,000 hp Hellephant Chrysler 300 has a Hellephant 426 supercharged crate engine

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The 1,000 HP Hellephant Chrysler 300 Is One-of-a-Kind Sleeper

The Hellephant Chrysler 300 has a ridiculously powerful 1,000 hp crate engine in it, and is a one-of-a-kind build out of Michigan. You likely won't run into another one of these on the streets.

by Amanda Cline

Published on August 10, 2021 10:30 am

A white 2022 Kia Seltos on the top of a parking garage with a city in the back.

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The 2022 Kia Seltos Is a Middle-of-the-Pack SUV

The 2022 Kia Seltos has decent Consumer Reports ratings, but it isn’t the top SUV. What makes the 2022 Kia Seltos a middle-of-the-pack SUV?

by Maeve Rich

Published on August 10, 2021 10:30 am

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Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz makes some of the best vehicles on the planet. Here are some of its most reliable models.

by Brian Grabianowski

Published on August 10, 2021 10:00 am

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These Are Some of the Most Unreliable Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz makes great cars, but some model years fell short of the brand's cultivated excellence.

by Brian Grabianowski

Published on August 10, 2021 9:30 am

Cars with their headlights on drive on a cloudy morning in November 2018

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Driving With Cloudy Headlights Is More Dangerous Than You Think

Your car's headlights can turn cloudy and yellow over time, and you might not notice the gradual change. But the problem can become a huge car safety issue that can endanger you and others. It can also get you in trouble with the law.

by MotorBiscuit Staff

Published on August 10, 2021 8:10 am

Would an electric Mini Cooper SE qualify for the electric vehicle tax incentive?

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Is the $12,500 Electric Vehicle Tax Incentive Enough for You to Switch?

The new electric vehicle tax incentive has a lot of prerequisites to reach the full $12,500 amount, but will it get more people into EVs after all? Depending on what kind of vehicle buyers want, it could work.

by Amanda Cline

Published on August 10, 2021 7:00 am

A view of the black front seats, steering wheel, dashboard, and touchscreen of a 2022 Toyota Sienna Woodland Special Edition minivan

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The Pros and Cons of the 2022 Toyota Sienna’s Fully Digital Owner’s Manual

Manufacturers like Honda and Toyota are mostly seen as reliable, affordable options. But the 2022 Sienna is making an interesting leap forward, and it will be intriguing to see if other manufacturers follow suit.

by MotorBiscuit Staff

Published on August 10, 2021 5:26 am

Cars on the Penn Street Bridge at rush hour in Reading, Pennsylvania, in December 2020. City driving can wreak havoc on a vehicle's brakes.

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How to Save Your Brakes as a City Driver

Traffic lights, road work, and other factors typical of metropolitan streets contribute to wear and tear on your car's braking system. If you want to know how to save your brakes as a city driver, read on. These tips might even save your life.

by Kaanii Powell Cleaver

Published on August 10, 2021 2:12 am

the 2022 kia carnival on display at an indoor auto show with onlookers testing the seats and viewing the exterior

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Is the 2022 Kia Carnival Pretending to Be Something It’s Not?

The 2022 Kia Carnival is the new minivan in town that's bringing totally fresh design to the segment. With cute from its crossover SUV siblings, we wonder if it's trying to be something it's not.

by Jordan Almond

Published on August 9, 2021 11:57 pm

The all-new Land Rover Range Rover Velar onstage at its U.S. debut on April 11, 2017

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Land Rover vs. Mercedes-Benz: Which Car Brand Has the Worst Naming System?

Two brands — Mercedes-Benz and Land Rover — have vehicle names that are unmemorable and even confusing. For instance, Land Rover model names are long and almost always include "Range Rover." Let's compare both automakers' awful naming systems.

by Victoria Brase

Published on August 9, 2021 11:43 pm

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Repeated Tesla Crashes Highlight Major Issues With Autonomy

Tesla has an image problem. Well, their autonomous vehicle software does. Much like the Coronavirus, people have become entrenched on one side of the issue or the other. Most believe that self-driving is either the future or a dangerous fantasy. Honestly, the truth is likely somewhere in the middle. However, a recent string of crashes while the brand's autonomous software has been in use highlight a concerning issue that'll be very difficult to work around.

by Chase Bierenkoven

Published on August 9, 2021 11:15 pm

Trucks

Go Buy a Toyota Hilux – With Some Corn

The Toyota Hilux has a reputation. Even here in "we-don't-get-anything-cool" America, the little Toyota pickup has a reputation for being nigh unkillable. That is, thanks to three middle-aged British guys that were on TV occasionally. Now, the Japanese automaker is leaning into that reputation for dependability and helping to get the truck into the hands of Brazil's agriculture industry at a shocking price.

by Chase Bierenkoven

Published on August 9, 2021 10:30 pm

a mountain pass similar to one used for touge racing

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What Is Touge Racing?

There are many different types of racing that is popular throughout the world. Touge racing is one of them, but what is it?

by Joe Santos

Published on August 9, 2021 10:00 pm

A white Nissan Leaf EV on a shoulder, sitting in the sun

Hybrids & EVs

Nissan Lease – A 2022 Nissan Leaf for Less Than an Oil Change

I'll cut to the chase here. Right now, it's just about impossible to get your hands on a new car. Well, unless you're willing to make a blood sacrifice or give up your firstborn heir. However, one brand is trying its hardest to find a vehicle to bring in new blood: Nissan. The brand hopes that the new 2022 Nissan Leaf will be that vehicle, and the brand is offering a killer lease deal to get it done.

by Chase Bierenkoven

Published on August 9, 2021 9:30 pm

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Teslas With FSD Keep Crashing at This One Spot

There is one spot in Yosemite Park where five Teslas have crashed. Confirmed by park rangers, Tesla seems not to be bothered by one of the crash owner's claims.

by Thom Taylor

Published on August 9, 2021 9:25 pm

Pedestrians are seen through a car window on July 8, 2021, in Manhattan, New York City

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Cracking Your Windows Is Like an Unlocked Car, According to Former Car Thieves

On a hot day, the temptation to leave the windows down a crack is stronger than ever. After all, it lets a nice breeze run through. And surely, nobody would be able to get inside, right? Wouldn't they have to shatter the windows and attract plenty of attention?

by MotorBiscuit Staff

Published on August 9, 2021 9:02 pm

Offroad Tour with Porsche Cayenne S during the 'Porsche Experience For Women' Event on July 11, 2016 in Leipzig, Germany.

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A Veteran Lives in His Modded Porsche Cayenne S

The Porsche Cayenne isn't most people's choice when it comes to off-roading vehicles. A Navy veteran converted his 2008 Porsche Cayenne S into an off-roading camper that he is living out of.

by Charles Singh

Published on August 9, 2021 8:30 pm

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