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Lou Ruggieri

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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33 incredible gifts for car lovers: Tech, gear, apparel & more

From a radar detector to a driving simulator, here's a list of the best gifts for car lovers,
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Austin Powers’ 1967 ‘Shaguar’ E-Type is going up for auction

The Jaguar E-Type from the Austin Powers movies known as the 'Shaguar' is going up for auction in January
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Rolls-Royce Cameo: The gift for the luxury car lover who has everything

The Rolls-Royce Cameo is a miniature Rolls-Royce meticulously engineered to be the ultimate collector's item
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Tesla adds a sixth recall of the Cybertruck — what you need to know

Due to a faulty power inverter, Tesla has recalled 2,431 Cybertrucks due to a faulty power inverter.
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Which James Bond car reigns supreme? Here are the top 8

Here is a comprehensive list of the eight best James Bond cars to ever grace the silver screen.
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Bob Seger’s gorgeous 1973 Ferrari Dino is being auctioned off right now

A 1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS once owned by rock star Bob Seger is currently up for auction
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GM recalls nearly half a million more Cadillacs, GMCs, and Chevy trucks

General Motors has recalled 461,839 Cadillac Escalades, GMC Sierras, and Chevrolet Silverado trucks due to a transmission valve fairlure
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Jerry Seinfeld is selling Steve McQueen’s Hero Car from ‘Le Mans’

Jerry Seinfeld is selling his famous Porsche 917 racecar used and signed by Steve McQueen in Le Mans
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The 2026 Vistiq is Cadillac’s newest EV SUV

Cadillac introduces its new Vistiq for 2026. A mid-sized EV SUV that will deliver equal parts luxury and power to its lineup.
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This is how much the 2025 Mercedes-AMG GT 43 will cost

Pricing has been announced for the latest 2025 Mercedes-AMG GT 43
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A new report says these 2 car brands dominate hybrid sales

CarGurus tells us in their October 2024 Insight report that Toyota and Honda are the clear leaders in both new and used hybrid sales.
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Mazda issues four separate recalls for the 2024 CX-90

Mazda North American Operations has issued four separate recalls for the 2024 CX-90 models.
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The 2025 Porsche 911 GTS Hybrid drives excitement into the future

2025 brings the first hybrid 911 model in history in the form of the Carrera GTS
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Kia debuts two cool new custom EVs at SEMA

Kia brings two new off-roading vehicles to the SEMA show in Las Vegas
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The Jaguar C-X75 is now more than just a Spectre

Callum Designs resurrects the Jaguar C-X75 and takes what was once a prototype and creates the ultimate bespoke supercar
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Porsche Executive Chairman says BEV slowdown points to ICE refresh

With dwindling EV sales, Porsche chairman says that the company will be flexible moving forward in terms of producing more ICE and hybrid vehicles
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The heavenly F80: Ferrari’s newest halo car

The Ferrari F80 is the fastest and most expensive car produced by the Maranello manufacturer. It's the most prestigious lineage in the carmaker's history.
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Cadillac announces the Lyriq-V as its first EV-V

Traditionally ICE vehicles, the new Lyriq-V adds a first all-electric vehicle to the performance-oriented Cadillac lineup.
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The 2025 Porsche GT3 sits atop the company’s most prestigious lineage

The latest Porsche GT3 is the 992.2, which picks up where its predecessor left off as the top-tier driver's car in the Porsche lineup
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The Ferrari Purosangue is tough to say, but easy to love

The Purosangue is every bit a Ferrari as anything else to roll off the assembly line in Maranello, Italy.
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Ford tells owners to stop using Tesla Supercharger adaptors immediately

Ford has recently notified owners that its Tesla Supercharger adaptor may damage their vehicles' batteries.
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Tesla slashes prices on its Cybertruck and Cyberbeast

While the Cybertruck can be a polarizing "love it or hate it" vehicle, it has its fans. And now that Tesla has slashed the price, it could gain more fans.
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Hybrids gaining ground while PHEVs lag, CarGurus reports

While ICE vehicles continue to dominate the new and used sales market, 2024 marks the first time hybrids have crept into the double-digit range of new car sales
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The future of classics – Moment Motor Co. is converting ICE icons into EVs

Motor Motor Co is taking retro muscle, sports, and cult classic cars and trucks and turning them into modern EVs.
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Audi e-tron’s high voltage batteries may short circuit, VW recall says

VW recalls 6,499 Audi e-tron GT for short circuiting battery which may cause a fire
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Pininfarina’s B95 wins Best Sports Car Design award

The Pininfarina B95 has been named the 'Best Sport Car Design' by CarDesign Spain for 2024.
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We drove the Maserati Granturismo Trofeo — why it might be the best GT car ever made

With the GranTurismo Trofeo, Maserati has created a masterpiece. Gorgeous lines, sumptuous materials, and gobs of power check off the most important wants and needs for any wealthy enthusiast's wishlist.
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Paul Newman’s 1976 racing Ferrari bought by Adam Carolla and John Clay Wolfe

Paul Newman's 1976 racing Ferrari was co-purchased by Adam Carolla and John Clay Wolfe
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What is the fastest Bugatti?

The Bugatti Chiron Super Sport+ is currently the fastest production car in the world, with a verified top speed of 304.773 mph
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Looking for a Ferrari? Here’s every model available right now

Your guide to navigating the Prancing Horse's eclectic offerings
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You can bid on Angelina Jolie’s 1958 Ferrari 250 GT next month

Angelina Jolie’s 1958 Ferrari Coupé is heading to auction at Christie's in Paris November 20th 2024
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This one-of-a-kind Maserati MC20 is stunning

This special one-off car, named the MC20 Maserati per Maserati, was commissioned by Alberto and Ettore Maserati, the grandchildren of the also-named Ettore Maserati, who founded the company in 1914 with his own brothers, Alfieri and Ernesto.
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More than 20 old-school Corvettes will be auctioned off in this barn find auction

The Slavens Corvette Hoard Auction puts this Corvette barn find up for sale October 5, 2024
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Hybrids overtake EVs, according to CarGurus report

Despite their ever-present existence in news and current events, EV sales have been overtaken by hybrid powertrains
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GM recalls nearly half a million Cadillacs, Chevys, and GMCs

GM has issued a recall of 449,671 vehicles due to a brake fluid module software defect
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GM owners now have access to over 17,800 Tesla Superchargers more public chargers

Thanks to a new approved adaptor available through its apps, GM now has access to over 17,800 Tesla Superchargers more public chargers
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Barrett-Jackson’s fall auction features several special-edition Corvettes

from October 10th through the 13th at the WestWorld of Scottsdale, Arizona, Barrett-Jackson will feature Corvettes from David Wessler's collection
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Cadillac models: Your complete guide to the iconic brand’s latest vehicles

We will be your virtual decoder, here to help you interpret the cipher of Cadillac's latest cars and trucks in a consumable, organized fashion
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The first Corvette ZR1 set the tone for the brand’s most revered trim ever

The ZR1 or ZR-1 (depending on which generation is being discussed) was brought about as a no-frills, all-out race car for the street.
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Bridgestone shows us why its Firehawk Indy 500 tires aren’t just for perfect summer days

We contacted our friends at Bridgestone for some advice. Not only did we get the perfect set of tires, but we also learned a thing or two.
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These are the best muscle cars of all time

These are the two best muscle cars from each decade, beginning in the 1960s and ending in the 2010s.
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Maserati GT2 Stradale: A faster MC20

The end result of these tweaks to what was already a fast car is an even faster car. Maserati says that the GT2 Stradale can sprint from 0 to 62 mph in a scant 2.8 seconds on its way to a top speed of 199 mph
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This is the one back to school item you might be forgetting — new tires

 Here are a few tips from Kumho Tire to help new and experienced drivers alike be ready for another semester:
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These are the coolest 3-wheel cars you can drive on highways and byways

Three wheeled vehicles are fast becoming a niche of the autoverse that more and more people are beginning to take a true interest in. Offering up the open-air visceral driving experience of motorcycles, but without all of the pesky peril that comes from driving on two wheels alone.
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The BMW app can now tell you if you should switch to an EV

BMW has updated its My BMW App to include an Electric Vehicle Analysis to assist customers in deciding to switch to an electric version.
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The best ’90s cars: This list will absolutely make you nostalgic

In our opinion these are the best cars produced in the 1990s
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The Hennessey Mammoth 400 sends the Hemi out in style

The Hennessey Mammoth 400 is a commemorative salute to the Hemi as the last truck to be made with Chrysler's mythical motor.
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Everything you need to know about the Lamborghini Countach

The following is a brief but detailed list of just about everything you might want to know about arguably the most visually stunning car of all time.
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This is the impact EV tires have on a Tesla Model 3

TireRack.com tested nine tires on a 100-mile loop to find out the impact EV tires have on a Tesla Model 3.
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Vintage Chevy Corvette buyer’s guide: Everything you need to know

The following is a breakdown of each of the first five versions of the Chevy Corvette and what to look for when finally trying to buy your dream car