Jalopnik

JUNE 5, 2025

Its quite the honor for Azul, since this is the place where Volkswagen keeps its collection of historic vehicles. Announced on International Volkswagen Bus Day, a June 2 not-a-holiday the company made up three years ago, Volkswagen of America will take the bus (named "Azul" by her owner, Megan Krystle Weinraub) to its facility in Oxnard, CA.

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Jalopnik

JUNE 9, 2025

I know, I know, it doesnt make much sense to me either, but automakers keep putting out these vehicles with "fixed rooves" like thats something anyone would want. My pick for a vehicle deserving of the something-better-than-a-Sawzall treatment is an unexpected one: The Slate Auto pickup, a truck thats yet to see customers or dealer floors.

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Jalopnik

JUNE 5, 2025

Attempting to minimize financial losses when considering a car purchase is tough; you need to consider the projected reliability to avoid overspending on repairs, and you need to consider the vehicles resale value. In a study performed by our friends at iseecars.com that compared pricing data for over 1.2

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Jalopnik

JUNE 9, 2025

Chances are youll already know if your vehicle is equipped with air suspension, but if you arent sure, just check the "suspension" menu of your cars center screen. If you can raise and lower your vehicle with the push of a button, then its riding on air springs.

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Jalopnik

JULY 4, 2023

On Saturday, July 1, ThunderROARus monster truck driver Colton Eichelberger set a new world record by jumping nine monster trucks lined up side by side — but before Eichelberger could take on the challenge, he needed guidance from a Monster Jam legend : Tom Meents. And two days before the stunt, I had a chance to speak… Read more.

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Jalopnik

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

GM caused an uproar last year when the automaker announced it was getting rid of the popular phone mirroring systems Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in its vehicles, specifically its EVs. Now one aftermarket company is bringing back Car and Android Auto via a kit that you can purchase. Read more.

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Jalopnik

MAY 6, 2025

Rockstar delayed "Grand Theft Auto VI" to "mid-2026" last week, but today we got a consolation prize: A new trailer, showing off lots of the game's vehicles.

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Jalopnik

JUNE 9, 2025

Price increases affecting vehicles at both ends of the price spectrum Kevin Carter/Getty Images One reason for the rising prices of used cars is the ripple effect of supply chain shortages. auto industry saw production drop from 17 million vehicles  in 2019 to fewer than 14 million in 2022. more for vehicles than they did a year ago.

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Jalopnik

JUNE 8, 2025

However, this is only true for high-performance vehicles and luxury cars, and you should check your owners manual before fueling up to make sure youre choosing the right one for your car. The reality is that most modern day vehicles run on regular gasoline, and that is all they need. Not really, no.

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Jalopnik

JUNE 9, 2025

Having a truck that can haul motorcycles would be incredibly convenient for me in my bike-reviewing endeavors. Please convince me not to do this Kenmo/Getty Images Of course, theres the small matter of maintaining a vehicle thats nearly double my age. So I come to you on my hands and knees, begging for your help.

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Eastwood

JUNE 20, 2024

There were thousands of rides to pique just about anyone’s interest: muscle cars, trucks, vans, and everything in between. Towards the outer edges, however, we found the invitational vehicles that really stopped us in our tracks. There we watched custom built race cars (and trucks) screeching and roaring around the autocross track.

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Jalopnik

MARCH 14, 2024

The Italian heavy truck maker and American heavy metal band first teamed up last year, and Iveco celebrated by… Read more. An unlikely partnership between Metallica and Iveco is behind a fleet of big rigs powered by batteries and hydrogen fuel cells hitting the road this summer for the European leg of Metallica’s M72 World Tour.

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Jalopnik

JUNE 8, 2025

It now says, "Fluid replacement is only necessary when repairs are being performed," implying that the fluid will last the life of the vehicle. However, if the fluid in the 8HP is changed, the vehicles pan would also need to be replaced, as the pan and filter are integral. Routine fluid and filter changes are not required."

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Jalopnik

JUNE 8, 2025

In fact, recall that some Ford vehicles actually left the factory with loose lug nuts  in 2023. Car owners may be required to do a little internet sleuthing or make an inquiry with their dealerships service department to determine if their vehicle uses this style lug nut or not. Instead, vehicles required towing to a repair shop.

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Jalopnik

AUGUST 14, 2024

But, there are other people out there doing reviews on other kinds of vehicles, and they might have it even better. One of the best parts of working at Jalopnik is getting to drive and review cars. Read more.

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Jalopnik

JUNE 9, 2025

Aston Martin Like the Aston Martin Valkyrie race car running at Le Mans, the Valkyrie LM also lacks the hybrid system found in the street version of the vehicle. liter "lean-burn" version of the Cosworth V12 from the race car, tuned to accept pump gas.

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Jalopnik

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Of the 24 drivers who qualified for the 2023 Monster Jam World Finals in Nashville, Tennessee, four women hit the dirt to compete for season-ending accolades: Krysten Anderson, Kayla Blood, Cynthia Gauthier, and Linsey Read. And before track action took place, I had the opportunity to sit down with the first three of… Read more.

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Jalopnik

DECEMBER 5, 2023

If you’re of a certain age, there’s a good chance you have at least one fond memory of attending a Monster Jam event, or itching to go. The series absolutely thrives when it comes to fan engagement, whether those fans be adults or children, men or women — and this year, I attended Monster Jam World Finals XXII in… Read more.

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Jalopnik

MAY 3, 2024

My friend group was recently looking at taking separate cars on a road trip from Los Angeles to Yosemite when we were saved from that logistical nightmare by a big Pearl Beige Metallic GMC Yukon Denali Ultimate. This Yukon is called the Ultimate for a reason; it was equipped with GM’s Super Cruise, a rear seat… Read more.

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Jalopnik

OCTOBER 3, 2023

As screens continue to dominate our in-car experiences, having a good infotainment system is incredibly important. These systems have, of course, d eveloped and changed a lot over the years. For the most part, they’ve gotten a whole lot better, but not all of them have. That’s what led us to our question from a few… Read more.

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RepairSmith

JULY 5, 2024

Importance of a Reliable Car Battery The battery in your car, truck, or SUV serves several vital functions: Starting the Engine: It provides the necessary power to start the engine. Stabilizing Voltage: The battery helps to stabilize and regulate the power supply, ensuring your vehicle’s electrical system functions smoothly.

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RepairSmith

MAY 6, 2025

If you’re experiencing electrical problems with your car or truck, you might have a failing alternator. The alternator is a critical component of your vehicles charging system. This conversion can then supply the battery with energy, which then keeps the rest of the vehicle’s electrical systems running.

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Jalopnik

JUNE 9, 2025

The Angelenos faced off with police and the National Guard, who brought their usual complement of rubber bullets , tear gas , and attempted murder-by-vehicle , but the citys residents also faced a new threat: Waymo self-driving taxis. Waymo says it doesnt believe its vehicles were targeted specifically, but Im no so sure. 

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Jalopnik

JUNE 9, 2025

If you recall, my own suggestion was the Tesla Cybertruck — objectively the worst vehicle on sale today. That meant you had to dig deep and get creative to find a car that could give the Tesla Cybertruck a run for its money when it comes to terrible vehicles. Have they never driven another vehicle to compare it too?

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Jalopnik

JUNE 9, 2025

In this mornings edition, were looking at the fallout of Chinas ban on rare-earth magnet exports and the United States tax on vehicle imports. via sea routes has plunged as a result of President Donald Trumps tariffs on imported vehicles. Maritime import volume for motor vehicles dropped by 72.3

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