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2022 Kia EV6: Why Doesn’t BMW Design Look Like This?

We’re sorry for beating up on BMW and its beaver tooth grilles. We do it out of love, and its heritage of fabulous sedans and coupes over the last few decades. But BMW’s reluctance to admit it needs to make some quick fixes for its ailing design directions keeps us writing. And complaining. Especially when …
by Thom Taylor
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Does BMW Own Mini?

Noticing the United Kingdom’s Union Jack featured in Mini cars’ design, most people probably assume it’s a British company. They’d be partially correct. But with all the buying and selling of brands in the auto industry, Mini’s history isn’t that simple. Though it’s an iconic British brand, it also has German ties. Here’s a look …
by Ed Reeves
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Which Used Mini Cooper Is the Most Reliable?

When it comes to reliability, Mini Coopers don’t necessarily have the best reputation. Which, if you’re thinking of buying a used Mini, is understandably an important concern. However, with some careful digging, finding a reliable used Mini Cooper is possible. A guide to used Mini Cooper models Although classic Minis are still plentiful, this guide …
by Matthew Skwarczek
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Is the 2021 Mazda CX-30 Premium Plus Trim Worth the Extra Cash?

The 2021 Mazda CX-30 is the automaker’s compact crossover that’s large enough for a family of five, but small enough to fit in just about any garage or parking space. And considering it’s available with an all-wheel-drivetrain, the CX-30 is the perfect answer for anyone that’s looking for the capabilities of a Subaru, but with …
by Joe Santos
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US Government Is Ready To Give You Money As Incentive For Going Electric

President Biden is pushing to get the US to reduce carbon emissions in any way possible. He stood on a platform to fight climate change. During the Presidential campaign, he suggested that rebates and/or tax incentives would be addressed. Now it looks like the US government is ready to give you money for going electric. …
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Honda S2000 vs Porsche 996: Which Used Sports Car Should You Buy?

Shopping for a cheap, used sports car can be exciting, but tough at the same time. There have been many great choices in the market over the past 20 years, such as the Subaru BR-Z, the Nissan 370Z, and even the Mazda Miata. But there are two choices that many sports car enthusiasts tend to …
by Joe Santos
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Why Does Toyota Make Robots?

The Toyota T-HR3 robot is a humanoid robot that’s years in the works. Toyota released this robot creation in 2017. The Toyota Global team continues to innovate and improve on the design over time. But why does Toyota even make robots? How does the Toyota T-HR3 robot work? The Toyota T-HR3 robot can operate using …
by Jordan Almond
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Forget Buying a Lamborghini, Buy This Entire Supercar Company for $675,000 Instead

Let’s face it. Most of us will never create bespoke works of art like Horacio Pagani or even world-record-beating machines like Christian Von Koenigsegg. In most cases, we’re on the other end of that equation, lusting after the latest and greatest supercars. However, an American-made supercar called the Falcon F7 presents an unusual opportunity. According …
by Gabriel Vega
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NASCAR Will Keep Playing and Racing in the Dirt in 2022

After the temporary shift to virtual racing, NASCAR returned to a full IRL event schedule for 2021. And it’s a season that’s in some ways contradictory. On the one hand, it’s the last season before the introduction of the ‘Next-Gen’ racer. But it’s also a season that saw a NASCAR race at a dedicated dirt …
by Matthew Skwarczek
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Does Ford Own Lincoln?

It may be obvious that PepsiCo makes Pepsi, but did you also know it also owns some or all of Quaker Oats Company, Stacy’s Pita Chips, and Sabra? It’s fascinating to learn that some common brands are related. That’s also the case with automakers. In fact, Lincoln has been under the Ford umbrella for almost 100 …
by Erin Culver
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Here Are Some Helpful Tips For Safely Driving Around Semi-Trucks

Driving around semi-trucks, or 18-wheelers can be annoying and scary at the same time. Their sheer mass can inflict a lot of damage on the cars around or in front of them should the worst happen. In fact, more than 4,000 fatal car crashes occur every year, and most of the time, it’s due to …
by Joe Santos
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Thule vs. Yakima: Which Makes the Better Car Racks?

If you’re in the market for new accessories for your vehicle, specifically a base rack, bike rack, or cargo box, there’s never been more choices. But the wide range of products can make choosing one difficult. So we’ve made it easier by narrowing the options to two popular travel storage makers: Thule and Yakima. Which …
by Clarissa Hodges
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