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We Bought Back Our First Cars (And They Were WORSE Than We Remembered) | Car Trek S5E3

In this episode of Car Trek Series 5, AutoTempest challenges the guys to find spitting images of their first cars for a $3000 budget. Freddy finds a Nissan Maxima that's more furious than fast, Ed snags a Audi S4 that doubles as an ant farm, and Tyler brings a Mercedes-Benz 300TD, a car that was famous for getting to 60 mph in nearly 20 seconds.

2025-01-10T08:17:29Z

10 Of The Strangest Cars Ever Built By Chrysler

There's nothing wrong with a good Chrysler, except maybe these bizarre ones the company has brought out over the decades. They're... unique, we'll say.

2024-09-24T19:50:35Z

The Best-Selling Sports Cars of 2024

The Z finally passed the Supra, and Porsche had a banner year.

2025-01-17T17:51:04Z

The First Car With A Toyota 2JZ Engine Wasn't Even Vaguely Sporty

The 2JZ engine is one of the most legendary performance units ever made, but its debut came in a car built to be a lover and not a fighter.

2025-01-15T06:29:17Z

6 New Car Models Frugal Retirees Should Consider Buying in 2025

Looking for a new car as a retiree means being more mindful with your budget. After all, this may be the last car you'll need to buy for the foreseeable future. Learn More: 7 Hybrid Vehicles To Buy in...

2025-01-14T15:27:32Z

Toyota's New 2.0-Liter Turbo-Four Could Pack As Much As 400 Horsepower

Another detuned version could make as much as 296 horsepower when both go into production.

2025-01-14T13:32:04Z

What Years Did Ford Make The Highboy? (And How To Identify One)

The Ford Highboy, an unofficial moniker, was given its name by fans due to its unusual height. When was it made, and how can you positively ID one?

2025-01-06T17:23:39Z

Inside Tim Allen's Garage: Here Are His Coolest Cars

Behind the unassuming walls of a former paint shop in Southern California lies Tim Allen's automotive haven. It houses the comedian's carefully curated collection of muscle cars, European supercars, and rare classics. Here are a few.

2025-01-14T07:44:13Z

A retro blue VW van miraculously survives deadly Los Angeles fire

Preston Martin figured the retro blue Volkswagen van he slept in for a year during college was a goner, given that he parked it in a Malibu neighborhood just before the Palisades fire ripped through, reducing homes and cars to rubble and charred metal. So the surfboard maker was stunned to find that the vehicle survived. Not only that, a photo of t...

2025-01-14T21:46:08Z

10 Gorgeous Classic Cars With Two-Tone Paint Jobs

Two-tone paint jobs have always been an exception rather than a rule, but that that makes the classic cars sporting them all the more memorable.

2024-12-27T20:34:44Z

I Supercharged My 1968 Dodge Charger... Will It Survive?

This is a 1968 dodge charger that hasn't run or been driving on the road in 35 years basically abandoned until we Rescued it.

2025-01-17T15:18:05Z

Automakers Seek Repeal of Biden’s High-Speed Braking Rule

The largest US auto trade group wants a federal court to block a Biden administration rule requiring carmakers to install automatic emergency braking systems on new vehicles that the industry argues is impractical.

2025-01-17T17:22:58Z

A Volkswagen ID.7 Just Went 584 Miles On A Charge (With Only A Little Cheating)

The automaker ran its electric sedan at the Nardò Technical Center at an average speed of 18 miles per hour.

2025-01-16T13:29:39Z

New 2026 Toyota HiLux LEAKED: Everything We Know

The new Toyota HiLux has been caught testing in Thailand and we now have the clearest picture yet about what the 2026 Toyota HiLux will look like and how it will be powered. Paul Maric runs you through everything you need to know!

2025-01-15T20:03:14Z

What Does SS Stand For On Chevrolet's Cars & Do Any Current Models Have The Badge?

Back in the golden era of muscle cars, the Chevy SS badge was something to boast about. Nowadays, it's less common, but that doesn't mean that it's gone.

2025-01-14T21:26:58Z

10 Pickup Trucks Based On Cars And SUVs

A selection of pickup trucks based on a car or an SUV, from across decades of automotive history.

2025-01-18T13:15:53Z

I drove a $27,000 Chevrolet Trax. These 15 features show why it's a small, cheap SUV done right

I drove a 2025 Chevrolet Trax in range topping 2RS trim and was impressed by its athletic design, strong feature content, and great value.

2025-01-17T10:10:58Z

6 Bills You Shouldn’t Put on Autopay, According to Financial Experts

Putting your bills on autopay can be a simple and seamless way to budget each month. But beware: There are a few bills you shouldn't streamline.

2024-12-13T17:36:04Z

8 Overpriced New Cars To Avoid Buying

With Kelley Blue Book reporting that the average buyer now pays well over $49,000 for a new car, no one could blame you for feeling like every vehicle on the market is overpriced. However, some cars...

2024-12-01T18:23:44Z

These 10 Used Cars Will Last Longer Than an Average New Vehicle

Given the turbulent economy over the past five years, finding a car that lasts longer than 200,000 miles isn't a matter of pride -- it's a financial planning near-necessity. Thankfully, cars last much...

2024-03-21T19:13:31Z

The Story Of The Unstoppable Ford GT40

The wounded pride of one created an American legend as Ford sought to establish itself as a serious competitor in endurance racing. What followed was a pricey revenge, and here is the story.

2025-01-15T07:29:11Z

How Fast Is The 2025 Ford Mustang GTD? A Look At Its Top Speed

While the Mustang has traditionally been classified as a muscle car, the 2025 GTD puts it equally in supercar territory. Here's how fast the model can go.

2025-01-12T18:56:06Z

Who Owns Maserati And Where Are The Cars Built?

Maserati builds some of the most impressive luxury brands on the market, and it's managed to keep it's factories located where the company was founded.

2025-01-14T14:56:51Z

Tesla Discounts The Cybertruck To Offload The Inventory

You can save up to $2,600 on a Cybertruck if you grab a demo model

2025-01-18T03:18:27Z

Nissan's e-Power Hybrid System: A Missed Opportunity In America

Nissan's e-Power system is good, but while it's not perfect, did you know a version for North America was already in development?

2025-01-08T10:14:33Z

Car buyers’ bills in question after Houston-area Mitsubishi dealership shuts down — customers are now stuck with 2 car payments, no paperwork. Here’s what happened

Bayside Mitsubishi's sudden closure leaves customers with unpaid trade-in loans and no paperwork. Legal battles and financial woes deepen the crisis—customers want someone to take accountability.

2025-01-18T13:00:08Z

How the hot EV market left middle-income Americans out in the cold

Electric vehicles made up about 9% of cars sold in the U.S. last year. Even with tax credits, they were too expensive for many middle-income households.

2025-01-17T20:56:15Z

Who Were The Dodge Brothers And Why Did They Leave Ford?

Their name lives on in the brand they founded, but before that the Dodge Brothers helped Henry Ford build his empire. What lay behind their bitter split?

2024-12-23T15:47:46Z

Here's How Much It Really Costs To Charge An EV At Home In 2025

This is how much you'll be spending to charge your EV using your own plug point.

2025-01-14T12:02:07Z

Honda's 2025 Plans Include a New Electric SUV Named After a Car

Honda plans to begin production of the Acura RSX battery-electric SUV at the end of the year.

2025-01-15T18:33:47Z

50 Worst-Made Cars Ever Put on the Road

Some cars are classics...in the worst possible way. These cars really set the industry back.

2024-06-17T16:24:45Z

These 10 Cars Are Actually Worth More Used Than New

One post-pandemic surprise has been the spike in used car prices. In recent months, some used cars are even selling for more than when they were new! The post These 10 Cars Are Actually Worth More Used Than New appeared first on Family Handyman.

2024-05-14T20:07:57Z

9 Sports Cars Under $35K That Make the Middle Class Feel Rich

As innovative and resilient as the automotive industry is, it's difficult to think of a more confusing time in its evolution. For sports car lovers, in particular, there are plenty of electric options...

2025-01-16T14:13:33Z

4 Luxury SUVs the Rich Will Be Buying This Year

More than just a ride, luxury SUVs make driving an experience. Equipped with a host of high-tech features, these vehicles aren't just a way to get around town. Of course, they don't come cheap....

2025-01-08T11:25:16Z

The Lexus RC Is Going Away, and It’s Taking the V8 RC F With It

I’ve always admired the Lexus RC from afar. While I’ve never driven one, I adore the way it looks, the fact that it’s rear-wheel-drive-based, and that it offers both a naturally aspirated V6 and V8. So it’s a little bit sad, even if unsurprising, that Lexus is finally killing the RC off after its 11-year run. Unfortunately, most of the RC lineup is...

2025-01-16T17:00:06Z

10 best new SUVs under $40k according to Consumer Reports

These compact and midsized sport utility vehicles earned CR’s highest marks—and sell for wallet-friendly prices.

2025-01-16T22:31:36Z

20 Cars We are Excited About in 2025

Whether you're looking for sustainability, speed, or sheer style, the cars of 2025 are poised to deliver on all fronts, making it a thrilling year for those passionate about driving and innovation. Get ready to explore the future of the automobile, where tradition gets a makeover.

2024-09-17T10:21:54Z

The New Tesla Model Y’s Turn Signal Stalks Are a Trend Worth Following

Have we finally reached peak turn-everything-into-a-touch-control and are progressing down the other side back to sanity? Or is Tesla just messing with us by letting its refreshed Model Y keep its turn signal stalk? The new Model Y “Juniper” has quietly debuted in China and Japan. The freshened electric SUV features updates similar to those seen on...

2025-01-11T15:27:51Z

Testing the world's first car

I've finally gotten my hands on the rarest car on planet earth. Do they really not make them like they used to? Lets see...

2025-01-17T16:17:26Z

The 2025 Toyota 4Runner Has Finally Arrived In America

It's only a matter of time until the popular Toyota off-roader will run on US soil.

2025-01-15T01:59:06Z

The Lincoln Motor Company secured a $10 million government contract in 1917 and started a journey that transformed automobile manufacturing forever.

Edsel Ford once said, "Father made the most popular cars; I want to make the best," and that's precisely what The Lincoln Motor Company did. So, here's how the company began and continues to craft its cars.

2025-01-16T08:29:42Z

Rivian Stock Rises as EV Maker Finalizes $6.6B DOE Loan to Build Georgia Plant

Key Takeaways Rivian Automotive shares rose Friday, a day after the electric vehicle maker announced it had finalized a federal loan worth up to $6.6 billion to build a factory in Georgia.The plant—set to be built "less than one hour's drive from downtown Atlanta," Rivian said—will be used to accelerate production of the EV maker's new R2 SUV and R...

2025-01-17T16:30:24Z

The most interesting European cars we’ve ever spotted in American junkyards

American junkyards are inevitably full of Detroit's finest - but we've unearthed plenty of European models on our travels too

2025-01-16T10:06:33Z

9 Reasons To Get Excited About The Mazda Spirit Racing Miata

The Mazda Spirit Racing MX-5 Miata seems promising, but it's been a decade since Mazdaspeed was retired, so why should we be excited?

2024-12-29T12:22:00Z

How Norway became an electric vehicle pioneer

Early adoption, incentives and political consistency have helped Scandinavian nation race ahead

2025-01-10T01:01:42Z

The treasures of The Henry Ford museum

Join us for a tour around one of America’s finest car collections?

2024-07-30T14:28:01Z

The 10 most reliable cars according to Consumer Reports

These 10 cars were ranked the most reliable on the market by impartial auto authority Consumer Reports.

2025-01-13T18:45:11Z

10 Used Sedans That Last Well Over 200,000 Miles

These cars were built to last...a long time.

2025-01-15T05:02:24Z

The Best Cars That Still Offer a Manual Transmission in 2024, Ranked

These automakers—including Porsche, BMW, Mazda, Honda, and more—are saving the manuals, one performance car at a time.

2024-08-08T20:51:55Z

Los Angeles First Responders Use Rally Defender in Wildfire Relief Duties

The truck is even still wearing its rally-spec livery while being used to clear roads.

2025-01-17T21:12:04Z