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Where Have All the Dune Buggies Gone?

There was a time that Dune Buggies were a part of car culture throughout the United States. People bought and built them everywhere. They were not necessarily used just on dunes, though. The simple novelty of the vehicle made it attractive in every neighborhood because it was fun and different. Today, they are not as …
by HJ Pizarro
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5 Most Affordable Sports Cars: The Answer Isn’t Always Miata

Among the car enthusiast community, the Mazda MX-5 Miata is almost always the answer to any automotive question posed by newcomers and veterans alike: Which affordable rear-wheel drive convertible should I buy? What’s a cheap drift car that’s not a 240sx? I need a reliable, economical, fun-to-drive daily. Thoughts? It’s easy to see why gearheads …
by Jimmy Brown
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2020 Mazda3 Hatchback: What You Should Know About That Big Blind Spot

The 2020 Mazda3 hatchback is getting pretty stellar reviews — Edmunds lists it as No. 7 in small hatchbacks, and Car and Driver gives the new Mazda3 lineup a solid four out of five rating. If you’ve been considering purchasing this little hatchback, though, you may have heard of its one major downside: incredibly poor rear …
by Tegan Watson
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Does the Honda Civic Have Apple CarPlay?

Are you inseparable from your iPhone no matter where you roam?  Thanks to the robust connectivity of Apple CarPlay, you can now access many of your favorite iPhone apps on the road whether you’re running errands or on a road trip adventure. Many of today’s most popular cars, trucks, and SUVs have Apple CarPlay connectivity …
by Tina Pavlik
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What Does The Octane Rating of Gas Really Mean

The habitual notion of pumping gas into your car is so common and mundane we typically continue to do so without thinking. If you have ever found yourself staring at those big numbers plastered to the buttons of the pump or wondering why it seems to costs so much more just to buy certain kinds …
by Gabrielle DeSantis
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Five Interesting Features in the New 2020 Lincoln Aviator

With a new look, new powertrains (including a hybrid version), and a host of tech-savvy features, the all-new 2020 Lincoln Aviator adds an innovative touch to the mid-size SUV segment. While we can always expect a new luxury SUV to bring about technologies, the Aviator has a few that are truly unique. Calm screen It’s …
by Joe Santos
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Gordon Murray’s T.50 Surpasses McLaren F1 He Designed

Gordon Murray, the South African designer, probably never thought he’d get the chance to out design what is considered his Mona Lisa; the McLaren F1. But he is on the verge of producing what could surpass the F1. This time it won’t be through McLaren but instead with his own Gordon Murray Automotive (GMA). Those …
by Thom Taylor
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Is the 2020 Subaru Legacy Sportier Than the Honda Accord?

What makes a sedan sporty? It could be the metallic sport pedals, the aggressive wheel design, or maybe the powertrain that manufacturers often like to include their “sport” designated models. We decided to take a closer look at two mid-size sport sedans and compare them to see just how sporty a sedan can be. 2020 …
by Joe Santos
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Are Minivans Cool Now?

As the technology and style of other vehicles surge forward, the basic minivan has retained its general look and function for decades. But, more and more moms are trading their cute crossovers and sparkly SUV’s for the ultimate family car: a minivan. There were, at a time, so many moms who felt frumpy or old …
by Jordan Almond
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Forums Blow Up With Apple CarPlay Problems-Now It’s Android Auto Too

Recently, Harley Davidson and multiple car sites including Honda and Acura revealed there are problems with Apple CarPlay. What is happening is the phone call feature doesn’t function when you connect an iPhone 11 Pro Max to a Harley Davidson or various other car systems using an original iPhone cable. Older phone models with iOS13 …
by Thom Taylor
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Carpooling to the Polls: Getting Out the Vote

Voter turnout is always a concern during the election season. A common misconception is that a lack of registering in time is the main cause. Voter registration is only one barrier. Once the voter registration process is complete, transportation to the polls can be an issue as well. Many organizations and nonprofits see carpooling to …
by Alice Chase
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Should You Buy a Honda Civic or Toyota Corolla?

When it comes to compact cars, two models have dominated the landscape for years. Both the Honda Civic and the Toyota Corolla have low-cost ownership, reliability, and good fuel economy. The Honda Civic comes in as the second top-selling car in the United States and the Corolla comes in third (the Toyota Camry is first …
by Katie Clime
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The Most Annoying Thing You Should Never Do at a Car Dealership

Car shopping is no easy task, especially if you have no idea what kind of car you want. Luckily, with the power of the Internet, you can sort through all the cars at your local dealerships, narrow down your choices, figure out your financing beforehand, and make the process as easy as possible before setting …
by Joe Santos
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Mid-Engine Madness: Why Motor Location Makes All the Difference

High-end sports cars and supercars typically have at least one thing in common: they are almost always mid-engine. Porsche, Ferrari, and Lotus must have some reason for consistently engineering cars to have this platform, but few people really understand why mid-engine cars have such superior handling and performance in comparison to front-engine platforms. A car …
by Gabrielle DeSantis
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Why Are So Many Cars Front Wheel Drive?

There are many reasons why there are so many front-wheel-drive cars. We’ll try to knock out what most of those reasons are. First some background. Front-wheel-drive has been around forever. It came into prominence in the US for racing with Harry Miller’s Indy 500 efforts in the early-1920s. In Europe, there were a number of …
by Thom Taylor
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Which Right-Hand Drive Cars can be Imported into the U.S.?

Depending on where you live in the country, most people have seen a right-hand drive car pull up next to them at a stoplight. It’s a weird sight at first, not seeing anyone in the driver’s seat and then wondering, “What car is that?” It’s nothing new Since the turn of the century, and the …
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