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Freak Show Friday: At A Loss For Words

We normally can spot the origin of the car modified enough to be featured in Freak Show Friday. Alas, we have no clue what this started as. Also, we can normally deduce what it was or is that the builder was trying to “create” with his or her creation. Unfortunately, we also don’t have an …
by Thom Taylor
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Is There Such a Thing as a Cheap Rolls-Royce?

When even a diecast model of a Rolls-Royce costs more than some new cars, it’s difficult to imagine ever owning one. However, the British carmaker isn’t terribly different from any other high-end luxury brand. While that does mean repair costs can be high, it also means depreciation drastically lowers the barrier to entry. And just …
by Matthew Skwarczek
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The Plymouth Prowler Is A Modern Car For Classic Car Lovers

Upon first glance, the Plymouth Prowler would fit in well in a line-up of classic cars. They’ve got the classic styling and body lines of older generations, but all of the luxury and tech of newer cars, or at least newer cars at the time. You might be surprised to learn that the Plymouth Prowler …
by Gabrielle DeSantis
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Lift Kit For Subaru Crosstrek Makes Impressive Desert Racer

I know of an automotive Youtube personality that likes to lift any car or truck. He does it because he likes tall vehicles, and the ability to go through trails with fewer worries about scraping the undercarriage of whatever vehicle he is in at the time. He will raise anything. He has even put a …
by HJ Pizarro
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UAW On The Verge Of A Federal Takeover After Latest Guilty Plea

Man, becoming the head of the United Auto Workers seems like it attracts crooks like the ice cream man attracts little kids. We’ve lost count of how many of the top tier UAW overlords have pleaded guilty for embezzlement and headed off to prison. But the feds haven’t lost count, and that’s a huge problem …
by Thom Taylor
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Is Germany Trying Too Hard to Cure EV Range Anxiety

Riding along in an electric vehicle and having a fear of running out of charge before reaching a destination is called range anxiety. In the eyes of the country of Germany, that fear has hindered consumers from embracing the transition to electric vehicles. So, Germany has come up with an answer to range anxiety. EV …
by HJ Pizarro
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Investigation: VW and Audi Brake Systems Randomly Engaging

Automatic Emergency Braking Systems, or AEB Sytems, are a good thing when they work as anticipated. Otherwise, they can provide a false sense of security to a driver or possibly even create a bigger driving hazard. The AEB systems are being adopted by more and more auto manufacturers such as Acura, Audi, BMW, Chevrolet, Ford, Volkswagen, Volvo, …
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How Long Does a Hybrid Car Battery Last?

Hybrid cars have been popular in the past decade and we doubt that sales will be slowing down any time soon. That being said, there are a lot of older Toyota Prius, Honda Insight, and Hyundai Ioniq models currently popping up in the used market and while they can all present a good deal, there …
by Joe Santos
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Class-Action Lawsuit: Says Ford Mustangs Have Bad Transmissions

A class-action lawsuit was filed today accusing Ford of selling Mustangs with bad transmissions. This applies to 2011-2019 Mustangs with MT82 or MT82-D4 manual transmissions. The plaintiffs say transmission defects cause Mustangs to slip, clash gears, jerk, and engage harshly. This leads to premature wear and ultimately transmission failure. Owners say repeated trips to dealerships …
by Thom Taylor
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Which 2020 Honda Civic Body Style Should You Buy

The Honda Civic is one of the most popular cars on the road today. The 2020 model year of the Civic is offered in three popular body styles: sedan, coupe, and hatchback. At low, affordable prices. You can buy this year’s model year in any body style you prefer and feel confident that you are …
by Gabrielle DeSantis
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Prepare to See a Lot More Acura Type S Models

The 2021 TLX may be a preview into Acura’s future in more ways than one. Beyond the styling, the 2021 Acura TLX Type S is gearing up to be a legitimately sporty luxury sedan. But the TLX, it seems, won’t be the only car benefiting from the welcome return to the brand’s roots. New rumors …
by Matthew Skwarczek
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Aston Martin Just Cut 500 Jobs: How Long Before It’s Dead?

None of the news coming out of the UK about Aston Martin’s woes is good. In the past week, its troubles mounted as it replaced its CEO and today announced that it just cut 500 jobs from the Aston Martin payroll. That is about 20% of its total workforce. How long before Aston Martin is …
by Thom Taylor
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5 Reasons the Honda Civic Is Better Than the Mazda 3

These two compact cars are some of the most popular cars on the market. They both attract a well-deserved fan base and they also come onto the scene with similar price points. But how do they really stack up next to each other? The Honda Civic has been around in the US since the 1970s …
by Jordan Almond
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Forget Quick Charge EVs-Is This The Future Of Battery Charging?

When the battery in your EV needs a charge, going to a charging station is the logical choice. Right? How else would you get anywhere without a quick charge? Don’t be dumb. But that is so 2019. Forget all of that quick charge nonsense for EVs, this is the future of battery charging. And it …
by Thom Taylor
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The 2010 Lexus SC 430 Ended a Historic Era

Vehicle technology has grown a lot in the past decade. Many cars now come with highly advanced safety features, like driver drowsiness warning, rear seat reminders,  and pedestrian detection. A few years ago, backup cameras were required to be installed in every new vehicle. Many new vehicles from manufacturers like Lexus and Kia have plenty …
by Addison White
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2 New Buicks Have GM’s Latest Design Trend: It Really Sucks!

Why, oh why must GM adopt something so stupid as this “emerging design trend?” That’s what it is being called and it appears on both Buick’s 2020 Encore GX and 2021 Envision. Some pundits say it is sure to be adopted by even more GM models in the near future. These two new Buicks feature …
by Thom Taylor
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How Do You Clean a Convertible Top?

If you happen to have a car with a convertible top, then it’s a good idea to clean and condition it from time to time. Sure, you can run the whole car through a car wash and get the top clean that way, but over time, the top can fade and even wear out, causing …
by Joe Santos
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Do Bike Racks Actually Ruin Your Cars Fuel Economy?

If you’ve ever seen a car or SUV with a roof-mounted bike rack, you’ve probably thought to yourself something along the lines of ‘wow, that’s probably not aerodynamic’ or by extension questioned how it affects the vehicle’s fuel economy. There are, of course, other ways to mount your bike to your car, such as on …
by Gabrielle DeSantis
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