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21 Electric Sports Cars That Are Shaping The Fast Lane of the Future

Are there high-performance electric vehicles that cater to enthusiasts seeking thrilling drives and cutting-edge technology? Yes!

These Are The 5 Oldest Car Brands In The World

Not long after the first car was invented in 1886, the automotive industry took off. Here are some of the oldest car manufacturing brands in the world.

24 Best Cars of 2024 That Leave Us Swooning

Are you looking for something new to drive? Buying a new car should be fun, but with so many options, many people dread the prospect. There are over 50 car brands and more than 250 models available in the U.S.; picking the right one can be a little daunting. Then, you still need to choose between combustion engines, electric motors, or a combination of the two. And don’t forget about body styles. To make it all less stressful, we have picked 24 of the best Internal Combustion (ICE), electric and hybrid cars, trucks, and SUVs of 2024 so far for you to choose from. These made the list for their price point, performance specs and reliability.

The Most Reliable Electric Cars According To Consumer Reports

Despite being the top 15 most reliable electric cars, some of these EVs have received very poor ratings. On the flip side, some are very impressive.

Rivian hopes its latest update will help solve the most annoying part of EV ownership

New software helps EV drivers with a common dilemma.

Junkyard Discoveries from Ron’s Auto Salvage in Allison, Iowa

Enjoy our tour of one of America’s most interesting junkyards

10 Luxury Cars the Middle Class Can Afford in 2024

If you're interested in a flashier ride can't break the bank, you'll want to apprise yourself of these luxury cars that are much more affordable than most. These upscale offerings are viable for...

Watch Out for These 10 Car Brands With Poor Engine Ratings

When you buy a luxury automobile with a hefty price tag of $80,000, give or take, you expect it to last. In fact, you might even expect a seamless experience, with visits to the mechanic only for...

The Pros And Cons Of Owning Toyota's $13,000 Pickup Truck

The incredibly low price of Toyota's Hilux Champ may be enticing. However, the bare-bones features and customizable design may not be for every driver.

Buick Revamps Envision SUV Making It a Class Leader in Technology

The compact Envision also now has the largest screen in its class at 30 inches.

2025 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban First Look

Every Plausible Rumor About The Next-Gen Nissan GT-R

There are many rumors about the next-generation Nissan GT-R, so we decided to wade through them all to find the most plausible.

Why Aren't There More V4 Engines In Cars?

V4 engines are still commonplace in certain high performance motorcycles, but decades ago, were more widely used in commuter sports cars and race cars.

Chevrolet SUV Reliability: Ranking Every Model

Explore the reliability of Chevrolet SUVs with our comprehensive rankings. Find the most dependable model for your needs.

Top 21 Mid-Size SUVs Ranked by Safety, Comfort & Power

We rank 21 mid-size SUVs from best to worst by combining their ratings on driving performance, standard features, design, and value.

Gallery: Genesis X Gran Berlinetta GT Concept

Although I didn't lay eyes on it until the 2024 New York Auto Show, Genesis unveiled the Genesis X Gran Berlinetta GT Concept late last year.

2025 Toyota 4RUNNER – A Turbocharged Trailblazer With Next-Level Tech and Off-Road Prowess

The all-new sixth-generation Toyota 4Runner has finally been announced. Fans of the old truck have been waiting patiently for its replacement for some time, and considering that the fifth-generation model has been around since 2010, we were starting to think that it might never make it to production. Happily, that isn’t the case, and the new 4Runner will reach U.S. dealers in the fall of 2024. This new model introduces new engine and safety tech, has a more luxurious interior, and adds even more off-roading ability to an already capable package. Here’s what we know so far.

6 Of The Coolest German Muscle Cars Ever Built

German engineering has produced plenty of cool muscle cars just as capable of pinning drivers against their seatbacks as any Mustang, Roadrunner, or Cutlass.

Top Reliability Picks: Ranking America's Midsize Pickup Trucks

Discover the most dependable midsize pickups in the US. Find your reliable ride with our comprehensive rankings and insights.

6 Cars That Sold for Big Money at Auctions — and What Makes Them Worth the Cost

There are car lovers and then there are car lovers, people who are ready to splurge and spend millions of dollars on them. Check Out: 5 Japanese Cars To Stay Away From BuyingRead Next: 3 Ways To...

The 6 Best Midsize Cars for 2024

Uncover the best 2024 midsize cars for families and commuters. From performance ratings and specs to safety features and fuel economy, find out why U.S. News places these six vehicles at top of the list.

2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse vs. 2024 GMC Canyon AT4X Photos

2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse vs. 2024 GMC Canyon AT4X photos.

This 2009 Dodge Charger Ute Conversion Has A 392ci Hemi And A Proper Manual Transmission

“I kept talking about doing it,” Troy Azmoon of San Diego, California recalls. “And finally one of my friends was just like, ‘Stop talking about it and do it.’ So I kinda just dove in and made it happen.” A true labor of love, he says that it took more than 1,200 man-hours to create his vision for the perfect modern Mopar muscle car. The effort ultimately required components from three different vehicles to bring it to life, along with a lot of...

10 of the Greatest Corvettes of All Time

There have been a lot of great Corvettes since the model debuted in 1953. These are the best.

25 Cheapest Fast Cars in 2023 and 2024, Ranked By Top Speed

Discover 25 affordable rides of 2023-2024! From sleek coupes to sporty hatchbacks, find your need for speed on a budget.

10 Exotic Supercars With General Motors LS V8 Engines

The General Motors LS V8 engine powers some of the most high-performance vehicles on the planet, even though many have never heard of them.

The Hybrid Vehicle That Outsells Every Other Hybrid In The U.S.

The best-selling hybrid car sits at the top of the throne, with very few challengers coming close to its sales figures.

Mercedes-Benz revamps its electric cars with a game-changing new feature for 2024

It's a time for much optimism as companies of all sizes are capitalizing on technology that ensures clean air, water, and food for resilient communities. Mercedes-Benz revamps its electric cars with a game-changing new feature for 2024 first appeared on The Cool Down.

Unintended acceleration leads to recall of every Cybertruck produced so far

That isn't what Tesla meant by Full Self-Driving Tesla has issued a recall notice for every single Cybertruck it has produced thus far, a sum of 3,878 vehicles.… Today's recall notice [PDF] by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration states that Cybertrucks have a defect on the accelerator pedal, which can get wedged against the interior of the car, keeping it pushed down. The pedal actually comes in two parts: the pedal itself and...

Map shows the US states with the most electric vehicles

As the undisputed leader in electric vehicle adoption, California boasts an impressive 2,315.23 EVs per 100,000 people

22 Best (and Worst) Compact Luxury Cars of 2023

We rank 22 compact and subcompact luxury cars from best to worst by combining their ratings on driving performance, standard features, design, and value.

Off-Roading in Chevy's 2024 ZR2 Bison Lineup

What's The Range Of Canoo's Electric Pickup Truck?

Canoo's electric pickup truck certainly looks like it was designed to handle a long haul, but just how far will this automobile be able to travel?

10 Of The Most Powerful Roadsters Ever Made, Ranked

The world of high-end roadsters produces some stunningly powerful cars. Here are the most powerful, from Ferrari, Porsche, Hennessy, Bugatti, and more.

The Toyota Crossover That Outsells Its Entire Hybrid Lineup

This popular crossover has become Toyota's most successful hybrid of 2023. Here's why this matters.

13 Hidden Challenges of Electric Cars

Well no one told us this...

New multistate laws limit power of homeowners associations to dictate residents' vehicles — here's why that's important

The rules vary from state to state, but there is at least some ammunition for residents who want to make the most of zero-tailpipe pollution cars. New multistate laws limit power of homeowners associations to dictate residents' vehicles — here's why that's important first appeared on The Cool Down.

This BMW Concept Corrects One of New Car Design's Worst Trends

BMW's Vision Neue Klasse X concept looks back to Sixties cars with low beltlines and tall windows, with sunlight radiating through its cabin.

The Baddest Corvette From Each Generation

Chevy Corvette: icon of American sports cars and timeless powerhouse. Here are some of the baddest from each generation.

Excellent North American police cars, from straight-six to all-electric

You'll not want to try outrun these, despite the noise (or lack thereof) that comes out the back

The Most Reliable Tesla Models To Buy, Ranked

Tesla EVs aren't exactly known for being too durable or reliable, and here's how each model ranks in terms of reliability.

The biggest automotive myths – and why they’re wrong

A close look at some of the most mistaken beliefs in the world of cars

15 Used Cars That Are Built to Last

What makes a used car a hot commodity? Rarity, popularity, a piece of automotive history, and, let's not forget, being in great condition.

2024 VW Atlas Cross Sport | The 2-row Edition of this Favorite Family SUV Gets A Makeover!

For those who want it all, but in a smaller package. If you heard recently that the VW Atlas got a makeover with all sorts of new bells and whistles and might have worried the Atlas Cross Sport was left out… worry not. The VW Atlas Cross Sport, the 2-row, 5 passenger version of the Atlas, got a new look and feel, too. For 2024 the Cross Sport is adorned with the few minimalistic details that are also new to the exterior of the Atlas, and all the goodies that take the interior into the modern era. 5 Elegant Editions, but No Peak Edition: While VW added more premium features to the Atlas Cross Sport, there is not a Peak Edition adventure trim in this model; it’s only available on the 3-row Atlas. However, there are 5 versions of the Cross Sport to choose from: -SE base model, with all the standard features as well as a 10-way driver’s seat, rain sensing wipers, WiFi, keyless entry and 18” wheels, priced from $36,715 -SE Tech edition with 20” wheels, dash cam, tow hitch, rear seat power outlet and rear sunshade, priced from $40,655 -SEL adds all wheel drive leather seating, heated rear seats, 30 color ambient lighting, panoramic sunroof, head up display and predictive adaptive cruise control, priced from $47,435 -SEL R-Line adds R-Line bumpers stainless steel pedal caps and a sport steering wheel, priced from $48,885 -SEL-Premium R-Line adds 21” wheels, R-Line styling elements, Harman Kardon premium sound, park assist semi-autonomous parking and surround view camera, from $51,445 -Add AWD to the SE models for $1,900 -Add a panoramic sunroof to the SE models for $1,200 -Destination fee, $1,350 Ready to shop for this vehicle? Use our car shopping program: bit.ly/445DFoS Chapters: Intro 00:00 Exterior Features 00:32 Cargo Space 01:23 Interior Features 02:43 Rear Seats 05:12 Car Seat Accessibility 07:56

21 largest classic American cars

The American ‘land yachts’ of the 1960s to the early 1980s were among the biggest cars ever made. We revisit them in size order

Bugatti EB110: The First Modern Hypercar Is 30 Years Old

We asked the top drivers, engineers, and collectors to give us the greatest car they've ever driven. For Loris Bicocchi, who worked on everything from the Countach to the Zonda, the Bugatti EB110 stands out.

2024 Audi RS 7 Performance Review: The Price Of Speed And Self-Awareness

The Audio RS 9 Performance earns its name as a performance car through and through that is as fun to drive as it is luxurious. Here's our full review.

The First Supercharged Corvette E-Ray Makes an Audacious Sound on the Dyno

Electric power to the front axle, forced induction to the rear.

13 Classic Cars For Every Gearhead’s Bucket List

Add these classics to your bucket list.

2024 Chevrolet Traverse: Features, Specs, And Pricing

The 2024 Chevy Traverse hits the midsize crossover and SUV market with an all-new look, new off-road Z71 trim, and great standard technology.