Lou Ruggieri
Writer
Lou has always had a passion for cars. He started off with a 1965 Mustang convertible and his love for automobiles has only grown stronger since then. Lou is a seasoned writer and has contributed to various well-known publications, including Motor Trend, Auto Connection, and the PowerAutoMedia Group. Whether it's an imported or domestic vehicle, as long as it looks great and performs exceptionally, Lou will always have something to share about it.
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What you need to know about the Polestar 3
Here is a comprehensive list of all the major questions and answers about the new Polestar 3
F1 helmet Niki Lauda wore in infamous crash will be auctioned for the first time
The helmet Niki Lauda wore when he crashed at The 'Ring, and inspiringly came back from just 40 days later, is up for auction May 4th
You can buy the very first Lotus F1 car
The very first Lotus F1 car is going up for sale at a Bonhams auction on May 10th
Why Alfa Romeo changed the name of its first EV
The Junior is the first Alfa Romeo EV and is currently only available outside of the United States
Own a piece of Porsche history: Rare 1982 Porsche 911 Turbo is up for auction
This 1982 Porsche 911 Turbo Coupe Slantnose is up for auction on Bring a Trailer
2025 Mercedes-Benz G Class revealed: All the features you need to know
The 2025 Mercedes-Benz G 550 and Mercedes-AMG G 63 set the standard for off-road luxury
What do Tesla, GM, and Lincoln have in common? The most loyal car buyers, new report says
The car brands that customers are most loyal to are GM, Tesla, and Lincoln according to a new report from S&P Global
BYD’s Yangwang U8 is an SUV that can float in a flash flood
BYD's new subsidiary Yangwang unveils its new U8 luxury PHEV which has almost 1200 hp and can float in a flood
Pricing for the new Mercedes-AMG GT starts at $135K — here’s what you get
The Mercedes-AMG GT 55 and GT 63 are twin-turbo powered V8 german muscles cars that offer a lot for only $135k
IIHS has raised its standards for crash test safety — these are the safest cars for 2024
The IIHS has raised its standards for cars and trucks for both the Top Safety Pick and Top Safety Pick+
This Maserati MC20 isn’t real, but it should be
The Maserati MC20 Dakar Edition isn't a real car just yet, but this design shows us what it could be.
Enjoy the classics: The best collector cars you can get in 2024
Hagerty releases its list of the ten most collectible cars of 2024
Aston Martin delays launch of its first EV, says drivers don’t want electric cars
Aston Martin has decided to delay its EV due to the lack of consumer demand
Hennessey supercharges the C8 Corvette Stingray: Fast just got faster
The Hennessey H700 C8 Corvette Convertible is a 700 hp supercar that comes with a warranty
The 9 trucks with the best mpg in 2024
From nine to one, here are the most fuel-efficient gas-powered trucks on the market today:
The world’s 10 most expensive luxury cars (and two honorable mentions)
The world's ten most expensive luxury cars, supercars, hypercars, and ultracars are on display here for you to enjoy
We drove the new Kia EV9: 5 things we love (and 2 we don’t)
Our first drive of the Kia EV9 reveals our favorite and least favorite features of this new EV SUV
Pirelli tells us who should – and shouldn’t – have winter tires
Pirelli tells us that winter tires are a good idea for some people in some conditions, but not everyone needs them.
Toyota chairman boldly claims electric cars will never dominate, says hybrids are the better option
Toyota chairman Akio Toyoda believes that EVs will not reach more than a thirty percent market share due to price and lack of charging infrastructure.
The 9 best electric cars to buy in 2024
Want to buy a new electricc ar? We've got you covered! Here are the cars we're most looking forward to
Consumer Reports study makes a strong case for why you should not buy an electric car or plug-in hybrid car
Consumer Reports says electric cars and plug-in hybrids have far more problems than hybrid or gas-powered vehicles
Don’t believe in electric cars? Audi just sold a record number of cars thanks to its e-tron EV lineup
Audi records best-ever new car sales. Its EV lineup gets the credit.
A new version of Apple’s CarPlay is launching this year, and this is what you should expect
The next generation of Apple CarPlay promises to be a more encompassing system interface for all aspects of your car's digital readouts.
The 2024 BMW Z4 M40i: The best car no one is talking about
The 2024 BMW Z4 M40i is an old school-cool combination of sexy, wind-in-your-hair good looks, and prodigious power.
Hyundai is preparing an Ioniq 2, likely an entry-level EV for the masses
Hyundai is preparing an Ioniq 2, likely an entry-level EV for the masses with a range of about 250 miles for a price just over $21,000.
5 easy drinks to order at a bar when it’s a really busy night
If the bar you're at is really busy, order one (or more!) of these 5 drinks - your bartender will secretly thank you
Do these 4 things to make a busy bartender like you more
Bartenders have a lot going on, and doing these 4 things will make them like you more when it's busy
Toyota has developed a fake manual transmission for EVs — why it actually matters
Toyota has developed a prototype manual transmission for one of its EVs.
The BMW i8: A first class ticket to the future
The BMW i8 is the first mass produced, relatively affordable hybrid exotic and after driving 1500 miles, we have a better outlook about cars' electric future.
The Tesla Cybertruck takes on a Lamborghin Urus, and the results left us torn
The Lamborghini Urus has been the king of SUVs for several years, but now the Tesla Cybertruck Cyberbeast is here to challenge for the throne.
Tesla recalls more than 2 million vehicles: Everything you need to know about the latest Tesla recall
Tesla is recalling more than 2 million cars stretching back to 2012 due to an issue with its Autosteer feature.
The best (and worst) states to buy an electric vehicle – and the winner may surprise you
Looking to buy an electric vehicle? A new report details the best and worst states to buy an EV
The Porsche 918 Spyder: Why this limited-edition hybrid car is the king of kings
The Porsche 918 Spyder is one of the most lusted after supercars in the world. A limited edition hybrid that produced nearly 900 hp, it is currently the fastest production car Porsche has ever created.
The all-new 2024 Toyota Tacoma is exactly as good as you hoped it would be
Toyota's most popular truck comes into 2024 new from the ground up with an all-new iForce Max Hybrid powertrain
EV battery range is affected by cold weather, but longevity may improve in cold climates: Study
EV range is affected by cold weather, but a new study shows EVs that "live" in colder climates may actually have batteries that last longer.
Chevy Silverado, Ford F-150, Tesla Model Y: These are the most popular cars in every state
We all know what the best-selling cars are, but this is how their popularity breaks down by state.
All new 2025 Toyota Crown Signia is a crossover hybrid SUV for the U.S. market
The 2025 Crown Signia brings a new hybrid SUV to the Toyota's American lineup
Sotheby’s is auctioning off a rare, all-white collection of 56 Porsche sports cars
Known as The White Collection, this warehouse full of incredible cars is headed to RM Sotheby's auction, headlined by 56 pristine Porsches all painted in shades of angelic white.
Ford recalls 35,000 Mach-E Mustangs due to major issue with EV battery system
Ford has recalled nearly 35,000 Mustang Mach-E EVs thanks to a major flaw with its battery system overheating
Buying an electric vehicle will be a whole lot easier thanks to this change to the U.S. EV tax credit
With this change to the EV tax credit, buying an electric vehicle is a lot less burdensome.
Want to buy an EV? Don’t – this is why you should lease an electric car instead
Traditionally, buying a car is better than a car lease, but that's not necessarily true when it comes to electric cars.
Tesla has ‘waning marketability’ but still makes 5X more per vehicle than GM, Ford: Report
Tesla has been cutting EV prices, but they're still making more per car than competitors like GM and Ford.
The all new, all-electric MINI Cooper Countryman now comes in all wheel drive, too
Want a small, fun, all wheel drive EV? MINI Cooper made your dream come true with the SE ALL4 Countryman
EV charging stations stay broken because we don’t have enough electricians: Report
EV charging stations always seem to be broken, and now we know why: There just aren't enough qualified electricians
Alabama ‘barn find’ reveals 23 barely driven Chevy Corvettes, Ford Mustangs, and more
A brand new C4 Chevy Corvette ZR1, 1998 C5 Corvette Indy Pace Car Edition, SVT Mustang Cobra, SVT Ford Lightning, and 19 other classic cars found in a barn in Alabama
The McLaren F1: Long live the king of speed
The McLaren F1 was an exceptionally designed car that broke all kinds of records. Here's what made it tick.
2 supercar icons – 1989 Lamborghini Countach and 1997 Ferrari F50 – headed to Sotheby’s
Two iconic supercars — the 1989 Lamborghini Countach and 1997 Ferrari F50 — are headed to Sotheby's.
Revolutionary innovation could power electric car batteries for 3,000 miles on a single charge
Range anxiety is a common problem for EV owners, but this groundbreaking battery innovation could eliminate that.
Study: People are giving up popular cars (like the Toyota Tacoma and Honda Civic) for EVs like the Tesla Model 3
Toyota SUVs are some of the most traded-in vehicles, and people are seeking EVs instead: Study
A huge week for electric cars: MINI Countryman electric makes its North America debut
The MINI Countryman Electric heralds the next phase of MINI; larger, electric, and a ton of fun