May, 2024

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This Man Made His Cybertruck Rust on Purpose. "My Wife Is Going To Hate It!"

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Tesla Cybertrucks rust? Well, that is all right. This man made his pickup truck look rusty on purpose. Now, he can't possibly keep a low profile in traffic. Some pity him believing it is actual rust, while others are amused by the design of the wrap. Because at the end of the day, it is a wrap with a 3D effect that the experts from Unplugged Performance put on the ( continue reading.

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DRIVE ANNOUNCES MOBIL MARK AS THEIR MAY SHOP SPOTLIGHT!

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Mark Granam is committed to providing great service and support to his local community! Mark Granam of Mobil Mark When you’ve been in business for almost 20 years the way Mark Granam, owner of Mobil Mark Automotive Repair , has, you learn that a great reputation takes you far. Between a four-bay shop and two mobile units, his community knows they can count on him for all of their needs.

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Used EV selection increases, prices decline

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Affordability and availability of used electric vehicles is improving, and in some cases, so are sales. Over 4% of Carvana’s sales in the first quarter were battery-electric vehicles, more than doubling their share of sales from Q1 2023, according to a study released Wednesday by the online used-car retailer. Specifically, BEVs represented 4.3% of Carvana’s sales in Q1, up from 1.8% a year earlier.

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Miami Grand Prix Trackside Commentators Fail At Treating Women As People

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The 2024 Miami Grand Prix may have been the Florida event’s most competent Formula 1 showing yet — aside from the fact that the men in the trackside commentary booth simply couldn’t be normal about the young women competing in F1 Academy. The junior series composed entirely of female talent hosted two races at the… Read more.

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Gallery: Yokohama debuts new Geolandar A/T4 tire in Horseshoe Bay, TX

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Yokohama Tire debuted its first look at its all-new Geolandar A/T4 G018 tire during an off-road ride-and-drive event for dealers and distributors May 7 in Horseshoe Bay, Texas. Engineered for trucks, SUVs and CUVs, the A/T4 goes on sale in the U.S. July 1 and will eventually be available in over 100 sizes ranging from 15- to 22-in. wheel diameters. During the launch event, the company spec’d the new tires to Sasquatch-edition Ford Broncos on an all-day course featuring mud, gravel, giant r

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People Start Abandoning Their Quiet Homes Due to the Waze Nightmare

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Waze has become a top driving companion for millions of drivers worldwide. It's an app relying on crowdsourcing to make the road safer and more predictable, allowing drivers to send and receive traffic reports on hazards like accidents, potholes, roadkill, and speed traps. Using real-time traffic data co. ( continue reading.

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1970 Dodge HEMI Challenger R/T Is a Museum-Grade Gem, Costs a Fortune

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Produced from 1970 to 1974, the first-generation Dodge Challenger was the shortest-lived Mopar of the golden era. It also spent only two years on the muscle car market because Chrysler discontinued its high-compression big-block engines in 1971. Despite all this, the Challenger is one of the most iconic performance rigs of the early 1970s. ( continue reading.

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This Street-Legal Two-Seater Trike Is No Spyder, but It May Just Be the Deal of the Year

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Walking down the street, the moment most people see a Can-Am Spyder, we just can't help but stare a little. Well, this time around, we'll be taking a look at a trike that may just push the Spyder to the side, if only for some, especially when we consider that Massimo Electric's E-Spider also seats two people and swings a home run with a starting price of just $7,000.

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Google Maps vs. Waze: Users Love One, Hate the Other

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It's safe to say that Google Maps and Waze are currently the world's most popular mobile navigation apps. Google Maps is pre-loaded with Android, the leading mobile OS worldwide, but is also the top alternative for Apple Maps, the native mapping servi. ( continue reading.

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Tesla Cybertruck Gets Rusty Wrap, Looks Like a Barn Find

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The year is 2074, and barn-find hunter Joe discovers a Tesla Cybertruck in a shed. The hauler is covered in surface rust, and Joe is blown away by the fact that the EV is still in one piece after 50 years. It's a very likely scenario, assuming we're still around in 2074 (global warming is no joke). But it's still. ( continue reading.

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Too Rare To Pass? 53k-Mile 1972 Trans Am Sports Expensive Factory Option

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For many, the best-looking Pontiac is a Firebird – a particular Firebird, to be exact: the 1972 Trans Am, the car that almost wasn’t. Due to a GM workers’ strike, the corporation considered dropping the twin cousin pony cars from its Chevrolet and Pontiac divisions, the Camaro and Firebird. Luckily, the nameplates soldiered on, eventually finding themselves alone in the pony car field toward the middle and late seventies. ( continue reading.

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Hundreds of Teslas Pile Up in the Parking Lot of a Shopping Mall Soon To Be Demolished

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Aerial footage shows hundreds of Teslas parked outside a shopping mall in Chesterfield, Missouri. Those arriving in the parking lot can hardly believe their eyes and can't help wondering what those cars are doing there. The shopping center will completely close down in August and will be demolished in September. The parking lot of the shopping mall, located right outside St.

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Fisker Owners Left High and Dry As the EV Startup Goes Into the Ground

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Fisker Ocean owners are forced to find creative solutions to keep their cars running in the wake of Fisker woes. The EV startup is on the brink of collapse, leaving people who bought one of their cars with few choices. What's happening with Fisker will serve as a harsh lesson for everyone considering buying a car from another startup. This will make life even more difficult for surviving EV startups.

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This 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Hides a Big Secret Under the SS Tags

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If you're a Chevelle fan, I know what you think when hearing about the 1965 model year. The big news this year was the introduction of the Z16 package, which included a 396 engine with 375 horsepower. It was a fantastic engine available alongside other welcome upgrades, including heavy-duty suspension and front and rear anti-roll bars. However, the number of Chevrolet ( continue reading.

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Mario Andretti's IndyCar Winning Lola T800 Cosworth Could Have One Pay $450,000 for It

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Car racing is one of the most challenging (and, at the same time, rewarding) activities humans can engage in. Many have given it a shot over the years, but very few have climbed to the top of this exciting world. For many, Mario Andretti is the driver that tops all others. The American is known for many things, but perhaps the most important is the fact he is one of only three human beings to have competed and won races in the top four ra. ( continue reading.

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Iowa Dealer Refuses To Sell 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor for MSRP, Now They're Stuck With It

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As the seller, you have a right to ask however much you want for whatever it is you’re trying to pass off to someone else. However, it would behoove you to be mindful of several factors at play, such as market value, moral value, and even the medium chosen to facilitate said sale. In this case, I believe the seller got it wrong. What we have here is a still-new 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor with just 35 miles on its twin-turbocharged. ( continue reading.

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Revolutionary Flying Superyacht AirYacht Loses the 'Superyacht' in Version 2.0

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Growing pains are called that for a reason, or so popular wisdom has it. In the case of the AirYacht, a unique proposal that was meant to revolutionize the billionaire hospitality industry, they've resulted in the loss of an essential part of the original design. The AirYacht might be described as a revolutionary leisure craft that represents "the encounter of the magical and the pragmatic," b. ( continue reading.

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Chinese Car Sales Skyrocketing in Botswana, Reject Expensive Western Options (for Now)

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Though not common yet on American roads, Chinese cars are popular in Africa. With the PRC stretching its influence across the continent with liquid capital and assistance with infrastructure projects, the correlation between Chinese-built roads and bridges with Chinese automobiles is plain to see. However, one African nation in particular seems practically infatuated with Chinese cars.

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The 'Fluctus' Superyacht Is Designed for a Billionaire Looking for Inner Peace

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Just because a super-expensive and relatively unnecessary "toy" puts the focus on sustainability doesn't mean that it can't be lavish or keep up with the trends. The world's one-percenters would no longer be buying superyachts and megayachts if that were the case. As the premium sector of the naval industry is slowly turning its attention to more sustainable tech, it becomes clearer than ever before that. ( continue reading.

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True 242 Goat: 1967 Pontiac GTO Emerges With Factory Surprises, YS Block

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Most people who walked into a Pontiac dealership 57 years ago to order a GTO ended up ordering the hardtop. This version dominated sales in 1967 with over 65,000 units, while the convertible was far in the runner-up place with approximately 9,500 units. As most people keeping an eye on everything GTO already knows, finding a 1967 goat project is easy, albeit their condit. ( continue reading.

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5 exciting things we learned about the refreshed Rivian R1S and R1T

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Rivian is very close to opening the order books for the refreshed R1S and R1T. The trial production has already begun at its factory in Normal, Illinois, as revealed during a recent event. The updated R1 vehicles will look mostly the same but vastly different from the current models. Here's everything you should know about the refreshed R1 lineup.

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MotoGP 24 Review (PS5): It's Thrillingly Safe

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I had an amazing experience this past week and can't wait to share it with you. My "co-pilot" for the trip back home was an ex-motorcycle racer. And he was quite jealous to hear that I had gotten my hands on the new MotoGP 24, as he was eager to play it, too. 20-year-old Luca has been racing bikes for several years and has had impressive results in the 600 cc class.

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Real-Deal 1967 Pontiac GTO Convertible Shines in Mariner Turquoise

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Introduced for the 1964 model year, the Pontiac GTO is widely regarded as America's first muscle car. This statement isn't exactly accurate because Chrysler sold 400+ horsepower intermediates as early as 1962 (the Max Wedge Mopars). However, we can all agree that the GTO helped popularize this segment. Far mor. ( continue reading.

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White Wizard: This Demon 170 Is So Bright, It Might Even Avoid Eternal Damnation

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Typically, a car’s color scheme comes second to its other attributes (mostly related to the purpose for which it was built in the first place, namely to go from A to B). However, how is one Demon 170 owner supposed to stand out from the crowd when the 1,025-hp muscle car drives to a car gathering overflowing with eye-catching rivals that have far more visual appeal?

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Porsche's 'Spaceship on Water' Superyacht Failed to Sell, Will Now Go Under the Hammer

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There are phrases and descriptors and taglines that always get attention and that eventually prove tailor-made for landing a buyer as well. "Porsche's spaceship on water," "Porsche's first megayacht," and "the world's only luxury catamaran created by Porsche" are not among them. A few years ago, the designers behind ( continue reading.

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Highly Optioned 1973 Dodge Challenger Rocks Original Top Banana Paint, No Rust

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Introduced in 1970, the Dodge Challenger joined the muscle car market thanks to range-topping options like the 426-cubic-inch (7.0-liter) HEMI and the 440-cubic-inch (7.2-liter) RB. But that didn't last long. After only two years in showrooms, the Challenger lost its high-compression V8 options due to new emissions regulations. ( continue reading.

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USMC Gets Its First Extended-Range Reaper Drone

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The world of military drones is a very diverse one at the time of writing, and chances are the offer will continue to diversify as conflicts become more and more complicated. But many of today's drones owe their existence to the pioneers of the breed, the ones born decades ago. The MQ-9 Reaper, also known as the Predator B, is one of the oldest military drones currently in operation.

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BMW Kills the Clutch Lever on Motorcycles, New Tech Still Allows for Manual Shifting

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Motorcycle riding is a relatively easy thing to do, once you get the hang of it. Even the two most challenging things for newbies, keeping one's balance and gear shifting, tend to fade into the background once some experience is gained, and, like everything else about motorcycling, these things become instinctual. That means we rarely give them any thought and don't realize there could be easier ways of, say, changing gears.

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What We Know About the Rumored Model 3 Hatchback That Might Replace Tesla's $25,000 EV

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During the first quarter earnings call, Musk dodged questions about Tesla's affordable EV model and the upcoming robotaxi, which will be unveiled on August 8. However, the shareholder deck hinted at launching an affordable EV model using the existing architecture and production lines. Later, rumors indicated that Tesla might launch a low-cost variant of the Model 3, possibly as a hatchback.

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1963 Chevrolet Impala SS in Special-Order Color Looks Like a Gold Bar on Wheels

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Introduced in 1958 as a top-of-the-line Bel Air model restricted to two-door body styles, the Impala developed into a full lineup in 1959. In the 1960s, it gained a Super Sport version, and it was part of two important events: Chevrolet's 50th anniversary and the company's 50 millionth vehicle. In 1962, Chevrolet offered a Golden Anniversary edition of the Impala to celebrate 50 years in the business.

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This No-Frills Micro Camper Van Is the Cheapest Tiny Home on Wheels You'll Ever See

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I'm all about finding budget-friendly ways to hit the road on a tight budget. Contrary to popular opinion, you can build a tiny home on wheels even with a meager budget - it won't be the most comfortable, but it will do the job. Take the micro camper I'm discussing today as an example. It's the cheapest mobile home I've ever written about.

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Call a Necromancer, Lot of Three '69 Z28 Camaros Needs Reviving From the Dead

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You might think you're seeing ghosts as you open the door and turn on the lights in this unsuspecting garage in Edinburg, Texas, just north of the US-Mexico border. In this out-of-the-way little nook in the middle of the historic Rio Grande Valley, a bounty of pony cars that should've all been kept factory-fresh museum pieces look more like poltergeists than real automobiles.

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Sodium-Ion Battery Advances Pave the Way for Wide Adoption by the Automotive Industry

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New advances in sodium-ion battery technology might finally pave the way toward replacing the ubiquitous lithium-ion batteries. The latest research covers revolutionary solid electrolytes and cathode materials that will turn sodium-ion batteries into high-density, fast-charging alternatives to current Li-ion cells. Lithium-ion batteries power almost every portable device on Earth, from smartwatches and drones to smartphones and laptops.

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The Captivating Story of the First-Gen Mustang Wagon That Never Was

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Also known as the Intermeccanica Mustang, this 1966 design proposal never made it into production but has inspired enthusiasts ever since. In the spring of 1964, at the famous World's Fair held in Flushing Meadows, New York, Ford unveiled an all-new model called Mustang. With a Euro-inspired design, a multitude of options, and an attractive price tag, the new car became an instant sensation.

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Ralph Lauren Has 1-of-3 Surviving $40M Bugatti 57SC Atlantics, the Car Should Be in a Safe

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Fashion mogul Ralph Lauren owns one of the world’s rarest and most expensive cars. It is a 1938 Bugatti Type 57SC Atlantic, one of only four ever made. It is a miracle that it survived over all these years, considering the tragic fate of its siblings. One of them was gone missing, and another was hit by a train. The Bugatti Type 57 Atlantic is widely described as the Mona Lisa of the automobile collector world.

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Refreshed 2025 Nissan Frontier Gets Rendered, the Focus Is on the Interior Changes

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The Japanese automaker has been pretty busy all over the world lately. From Australia to Europe and from China to America, there is something for everyone. In the Land Down Under, Nissan has decided to take on ( continue reading.

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2024 Cadillac XT5 Recalled Over Driver Airbag That May Tear During Deployment

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The XT5 sold 26,808 units in the United States last year, plus 6,275 in the first quarter of the current year, putting it well behind the pickup truck-based Escalade as the second best-selling Caddy of the lot. Even though it started production more than eight years ago, the XT5 continues to be hampered by problems outside of the automaker's control.

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