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Kevin Hart Pays $825,000 for This 1959 Chevrolet Corvette With a C8 Engine

Let’s face it. When you’re a successful comedian making millions of dollars per year, you can have pretty much whatever you want in the auto industry. However, it seems Kevin Hart wanted something more than just a brand-new Chevrolet Corvette C8. Instead, the comedian opted to purchase a 1959 Corvette that has been extensively restored …
by Gabriel Vega
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Report: ACDelco Parts Labeled “Made In USA” Came From China

Uh oh! A customer who bought an ACDelco oil filter saw the “Made in USA” sticker on the package. Then, he noticed the “Made in China” in the fine print. From there this has spiraled into a class-action lawsuit over false claims in advertising and packaging by ACDelco and General Motors.  Consumers pay premium prices …
by Thom Taylor
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You Can Avoid a Speeding Ticket by Saying This

Speeding certainly isn’t a great example of car safety. But sometimes, you don’t even notice how fast you’re driving, especially if you’re traveling with the traffic flow. Though you can’t always wiggle out of a speeding ticket, here are a few things you can say to improve your chances of avoiding one. Make small talk, …
by Ed Reeves
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3 Best Used Toyota Models You Can Buy on a $5,000 Budget

Car shopping can be a challenge when you’re on a tight budget. That’s what makes buying used an attractive option. However, it doesn’t come without risks. When buying used, you want to make sure you pick a reliable vehicle. Used Toyota cars are excellent choices. Though no used vehicle is perfect, some inexpensive models hold …
by Clarissa Hodges
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You Might be Surprised to Learn Who Owns Which Car Brands

“Is Mazda owned by Ford?” This is a question that many people don’t even know to ask. With players like Ford, BMW, Volkswagen, Hyundai, and Kia or whomever, you would think surely these aren’t just brand names owned by a handful of different parent companies. Well, that is kind of exactly what is going on …
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This Toyota April Fools’ Joke Might Be the Most Credible of All

Pulling off the perfect April Fools’ Day prank involves balancing entertainment with credibility. Far-fetched jokes are hilarious, but it’s the ones that make you wonder whether they’re true that get the best reactions. Many car brands and other companies have created April Fools’ stunts over the years, but Toyota’s 2008 prank may be the most …
by Eleanor Palmer
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Hideous 1980 Porsche 911 Turbo Is Hard to Look at – but It Could Be Yours

The original Porsche 911 Turbo was nothing short of a masterpiece, both from a mechanical and a visual perspective. However, during the 1980s, several famous tuning houses were taking these brand-new Porsches and modifying them to extremes. That’s exactly what appears to have happened to the car we’re looking at today. According to Collecting Cars …
by Gabriel Vega
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How Do You Pronounce ‘Thule,’ the Car Rack Company’s Name?

You’ve probably seen Thule bike racks or cargo carriers on people’s cars or even have one yourself. The company sells numerous products and accessories for active travelers. But do you know how to pronounce the company’s name? We’ll explain how and give you some background on the brand. A brief history Erik Thulin and his …
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Ford Recall Fixes Could Get Easier Thanks to Google Partnership

Vehicles increasingly use software operating systems to control nearly every aspect of day-to-day operations. And now Ford has partnered with Google to provide remote updates to owners’ vehicle software. The first rumors of a Ford-Google partnership revolved around a ridesharing company using autonomous vehicles as early as 2016. Although that venture is likely scheduled to …
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Why You Should Never Buy a Tire Based on Its Warranty

If you’ve driven cars, you’ve likely experienced a flat tire at some point. Whether it’s a blowout on the highway or deflation in your driveway, a flat is a major inconvenience. Your first instinct might be to call road service. Or you speed-dial your insurance company, knowing your policy covers roadside assistance. Or you might …
by Rita DeMichiel
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What Should You Do if You Hydroplane?

We all understand that driving is statistically one of the most dangerous things we will do in our lives. Tire technology has come a long way, but it is not enough. Most people don’t take the simple steps to overcome some of the most dangerous aspects of driving, like losing traction. Of all the traction …
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Are Toyota and Lexus the Same Manufacturer?

Toyota is among the global leaders in the automotive industry. Like other car companies, it also parents a luxury brand––Lexus. But are Toyota and Lexus models made by the same manufacturer? What brands does Toyota Motor Corp. own? Are Toyota and Lexus the same? As Honda is to Acura and Nissan is to Infiniti, so …
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Volkswagen Name Change Is Nothing More Than a Bad April Fools’ Joke

Early Monday morning, automotive media across the world caught a quick glimpse of a now-deleted press release by Volkswagen. In short, the German carmaker claimed it would change its name to Voltswagen, given its massive push into the world of electric cars. However, with April fools’ day right around the corner, the whole thing felt …
by Gabriel Vega
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Why Don’t Emergency Towing Services Work for Everyone

Having a membership to an emergency towing service sounds like a smart investment. Planning for emergencies is a great way to ensure that you, your family, and your car are able to get help when you needed, and that’s why dispatch services like AAA are available to help get you the service you need. What …
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