The fabulous Fifties 1950s cars are the most talked about automotive time, when manufacturers sought to go beyond the limits of design, technology and engineering. In this post-war boom, cars became much more than means of transport and were increasingly used as symbols of liberation, social standing, personal style and design aspirations. Sophisticated bodywork, pure […]
10 Most Affordable New Cars Available for Budget-Conscious Drivers in 2025
Buying the Cheapest New Car in 2025 For those on a tight budget, there are better options for affordable new cars in 2025 than just trying to buy the cheapest to purchase vehicle. New entry-level cars and crossovers come equipped with helpful technology, automatic transmissions, driver-assistance technology, quality cabins, and fuel-efficient powertrains that help make […]
Aerodynamic Innovations: A Deep Dive into Iconic Factory Car Spoilers Through History
Automotive spoilers and wings have historically been more than just eye catching body accessories, all style and zero substance. They are crucial aerodynamic tools that produce downforce, provide stability at high speeds, and help reduce drag. Throughout the past century and beyond, automakers race inspired and otherwise tinkered with more and more exotic looks for […]
10 Famously Disastrous Cars That Became Cult Classics and Successes
Not every car that makes it to a showroom is an instant success. Some arrive with grand ideas, quirky styling, advanced technology or turbocharged engines that, even with a high price tag, don’t sell in huge numbers because they are too niche, badly timed or ahead of their time. Think the lightweight Audi A2, the […]
A Look Back at 10 Uniquely Styled Vehicles in Automotive History
Automotive design has never been a linear progression. Over the decades, and for various reasons, carmakers have tried odd proportions, odd body shapes, odd details, and odd bits of engineering that sometimes went on to produce iconic and memorable cars and sometimes to produce cars that left enthusiasts scratching their heads. And these odd cars […]
Key Community Features That Can Transform NASCAR 26 Online Multiplayer
Of course, one of the main attractions of NASCAR 26 online racing is the piles of race cars rubbing side by side, yet one of its biggest shortcomings, especially in multiplayer, is an inability to identify the race cars surrounding you. Launch, DLC, and subsequent patches from iRacing Studios have made improvements to the AI […]
Scout Motors Reveals the Traveler SUV and Terra Pickup for 2027 Production
Scout Leads Comeback of Iconic Off-Road Name With Two Production-Intent Vehicles Scout Motor’s all-new, all-electric vehicles aim to stay true to the heart of the Scout nameplate. Scout Motors is bringing one of America’s most iconic off-road brands back to life with two production-intent vehicles aimed at bridging historic Scout character with today’s electric truck […]
Could Your Car Dealer Really Sell Robots? Hyundai’s Plans Raise Big Questions
Hyundai Motor Group is attempting to blaze a new trail for commercial robotics, namely, to sell humanoid robots and robotic dogs out of car dealerships. President and CEO José Muñoz outlined the vision at its 2026 CEO Investor Day, which is built upon the acquisition of Boston Dynamics in 2021. By teaming up Boston Dynamic’s […]
Analyzing the Financial Engines and Revenue Streams Driving American Car Dealership Profitability
The U.S. auto market comprises thousands of independent car dealerships that have traditionally been an important segment of America’s auto economy, with vehicle sales, finance and insurance, service and maintenance, repairs and parts all blending into a business with separate sources of income. State franchise regulations may provide entrenched dealers with substantial market protections, and […]
The 1969 Chevrolet Camaro COPO ZL1: History, Engineering, and Legendary Performance
When Ford introduced the Mustang, it created a new automotive niche which GM immediately saw as a huge prize. Chevrolet responded with the Camaro, igniting a tooth-and-claw pony car rivalry that quickly spread from showrooms onto America’s drag strips. By 1969, cars designed for serious performance raced headlong into each other with the 428 Cobra […]