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The 10 Best Father’s Day Gifts for the Auto Enthusiast

Struggling to find your dad a Father's Day gift? Here are 10 ideas that are perfect for an auto enthusiast.
2020 McLaren 600LT Spider

6 Cars You Could’ve Bought With the First C8 Corvette’s Budget


Here, are the six cars we would’ve bought instead of the first C8 Corvette, using the same budget. We have listed them from most to least expensive.
Lamborghini Aventador LP780-4 Ultimae

Lamborghini Says Farewell to the Aventador With the LP780-4 Ultimae

After 10 longs years of being Lamborghini’s halo car, the limited edition Ultimae marks the end of the line for the Aventador.
Rolls-Royce Boat Tail

Rolls-Royce Returns To Coachbuilding the Nautical-Inspired Boat Tail

Only three examples of the nautical-themed drop-top will be built, with each one rumored to be carrying a hefty $28 million price tag.
2020 Ford F-250 Tremor

2020 Ford F-250 Tremor Review: A Tonka Truck For Adults

The 2020 Ford F-250 Tremor brings immense off-roading capability and serious towing capacity. It's not cheap, but it'll make you feel like a kid again.
2021 Jeep Gladiator Overland

2021 Jeep Gladiator Overland Diesel Review: Simply One of a Kind

The EcoDiesel engine is new for the 2021 Jeep Gladiator. At $6,000, is it worth the upgrade? If going off-roading is your thing, it's a must-have.
Ford Mustang Mach-E

Ford Calling the Mustang Mach-E a Mustang Is Desperate

Ford believed it was wise to undo roughly 60 years of history by slapping the Mustang name onto an electric crossover to take on the upcoming Tesla Model Y.
Brabus Mercedes-AMG G63 Pickup Truck

Brabus Transforms Mercedes-AMG G63 into an 800-HP Pickup with an Onboard Drone

Think the Mercedes-AMG G63 is a little too pedestrian? Brabus' 800-hp 800 Adventure XLP that has its own drone certainly isn't.
selling a used car

The Hassle of Selling a Used Car Online

Selling a car online used to be a straightforward thing, but the digital era has made it easier for frauds and bots to trick you.
2020 Lexus GX 460

The New Lexus GX 460 SUV Is the Last of a Dying Breed

The most recent Lexus GX 460 model continues to be an old-school SUV that puts off-roading first.
Supercar Capsule

Turn Your Ride into an Artistic Display with Supercar Capsule

Instead of stuffing your supercar into a garage, Supercar Capsule will create a proper display inside your home.
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It’s Time for Automakers to Ditch Swing-Out Tailgates

Once a unique design element to give SUVs a rugged edge, swing-out tailgates have hung around well past their expiration date.
Mazda CX-5

Even Mundane Chores Are Fun with the Mazda CX-5

No other compact SUV excites, pampers, and impresses like the Mazda CX-5, making it one of the best vehicles on the market.
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Why Volvo’s 112 mph Speed Limiter Isn’t a Huge Deal

Think of this as Volvo's way of putting its foot down about speeding.
Toyota 86 Hakone

Forgetting About the Coronavirus in a Toyota 86 Hakone

When things got a little too heavy to handle, we set our sights for West Virginia in a Toyota 86 Hakone.
Wrench Video Game

This Wrench Video Game Lets You Fix Cars Without Any of the Hassle

Don't know how to get into working on your car? This video game called Wrench lets you be a mechanic without the hassle.
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Lamborghini’s Mental, Track-Only Essenza SCV12 Is an Ode to the V12 Engine

Lambo's most powerful naturally aspirated V12 engine is capable of making more than 830 horsepower, while the aero produces more downforce than a GT3 car.
Honda Civic Type R

Every Honda Civic Type R Should Come With Gloves, a Helmet, and a Warning

It might not be pretty, but the Honda Civic Type R provides supercar thrills in a versatile hatchback body. Clearly, it's the king of hot hatches.
2020 Nissan Leaf Plus SV

Nissan Leaf SV Plus Review: No Longer The Obvious Choice

Just last year, the Nissan Leaf Plus was one of the better electric cars on the market. Today, its 226-mile range and high price tag put it behind rivals.
2020 Toyota Land Cruiser Heritage Edition

The 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser Is a Fitting Farewell To a Legendary SUV

The Heritage Edition is the most expensive and exclusive Land Cruiser in the lineup while bringing even more off-roading capability.
2022 Cadillac CT4-V and CT5-V Blackwings

Cadillac’s CT4-V and CT5-V Blackwings Mark the End of an Era

With Cadillac going all-electric in the future, the new Blackwing models represent the end of the line for the internal combustion engine.
2021 Acura TLX

It’s Refreshing to See Lexus and Acura Make Sports Sedans Again

Despite the rise of SUVs, Lexus and Acura have introduced performance-oriented sedans that are truly enjoyable to drive.
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Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Brings the Cool Side of Hybrids Out

Hybrids are all about compromise, but that isn't the case with the 2020 RAV4 Hybrid XSE. Class-leading fuel economy, a spacious cargo area, good performance, and athletic styling all ensure the RAV4 Hybrid stands out as the compact SUV to have.
Ford Mustang Cobra Jet 1400

The Ford Mustang Cobra Jet 1400 is an Electric Pony Car for Drag Strips

For the first time in 52 years, Ford has electrified the Mustang Cobra Jet with the 1400 prototype.
Ken Block

Ken Block Has a New Widebody, Fox-Body Ford Mustang for Gymkhana

Called the Hoonifox, Block’s latest drift machine is designed by the same person that penned the Batmobile in the upcoming The Batman movie.