Why It's Time For Toyota To Resurrect The Beloved MR2
Mid-engine drivetrains are often reserved for some of the most sporty (and most expensive) supercars out there, but in the '90s, they were in cheap sports cars.
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Breaking Down The Cybertruck: Complete Analysis Of Stats And Features, As Told By Elon Musk
Musk has made another announcement detailing the specs of the anticipated Cybertruck, but is it as exciting as the Tesla billionaire is making it out to be? -
If This New Hyundai Wheel Tech Works, Its Electric Cars Could Get A Big Range Boost
Hyundai has announced its new wheel tech concept, and if it works, it could open up a whole new world of EV platform architecture. Here's what we know so far. -
Toyota's Coolest Truck Doesn't Even Have Four Wheel Drive
Toyota's 2024 Tacoma brings the best-selling midsize truck up to date in many ways, but it's an unexpected nameplate which should please enthusiasts the most. -
2024 Toyota Tacoma Pricing And Trim Levels Revealed: Which Is Best For Your Budget?
The 2024 Toyota Tacoma lineup has been unveiled, with pricing and features details for every trim ranging from the base level SR trim, to the TRD off-roader. -
World's Largest Battery-Powered Locomotives Launched By Progress Rail
Progress Rail, a subsidiary of Caterpillar, has a new all-electric battery-powered locomotive that could bring clean energy to the rail industry. -
Why The Toyota Prius Is Hated By So Many (And Why Their Owners Adore It)
In its over two-decades-long existence, the Toyota Prius has been divisive. Many passionately hate it but many also adore the hybrid. Why is that? -
The 2024 Porsche Panamera Isn't Willing To Concede Electric Defeat Yet
A new generation of the Porsche Panamera is headed to dealerships next year, offering very fast hybrid power alongside new 'Turbonite' obsidian styling. -
What Sets China's Type 15 Tank Apart From Other Modern Armored Vehicles
Aside from China's Type 99 heavy tank, the nation's secondary Type 15 tank occupies an interesting and unique slot in the arsenal of the Chinese military. -
How Much Does A Boeing P-8 Poseidon Cost (And What Is It Used For)?
The U.S. Navy utilizes a modified Boeing airliner as its main defense against submarines and other aquatic vessels, thanks to its suite of radar technology. -
Tesla's Supercharger Congestion Fees Have Arrived: Here's How They Work
Tesla has finally settled on idle fees for its entire Supercharger network instead of those at individual stations. Don't leave your Tesla charging too long! -
The Reason Ford Sold Luxury Brands Jaguar And Land Rover
It was unusual that Ford scooped up luxury British auto manufacturers Jaguar and Land Rover, but its divestiture of the brands in the '00s was still surprising. -
The Futuristic Ford Concept Car That Ran On Hydrogen Fuel
In the early 2000s, Ford experimented with a hydrogen powered concept SUV that had perplexing styling and a modular interior made from recyclable material. -
Engine Showdown: V12 Vs. Flat-12 – What Sets Them Apart?
Throughout the years, there have primarily been two distinct layouts of 12-cylinder engines: the V12 and the flat-12. -
Everything You Need To Know About Lucid's Gravity SUV: Range, Speed, Price & More
Lucid Motors' first electric SUV certainly looks the part, but how does this 3-row EV compare to heavyweights from Tesla and Rivian? -
What Ever Happened To The New Tesla Roadster? Pricing And Launch Date Expectations
The Tesla Roadster has been delayed numerous times over the years, and it has faced constant setbacks. -
Diesel Vs. Gasoline: Which Engine Type Is Better For Your Needs?
Before EVs hit the market, there were two main types of engines: gas and diesel. But which is the right choice? It depends on your needs and wants. -
We Finally Know When Hyundai's 2025 Ioniq 5 N Electric Supercar-Killer Will Hit The US
It's not even 2024 yet, but Hyundai's 2025 Ioniq 5 N looks like it'll be the electric vehicle hatchback to beat for a long time after its release. -
Tesla's Cyberquad For Kids Is Back After Electric ATV's Disastrous First Launch
Tesla's marketing tie-in for the still upcoming Cybertruck, the kid-sized mini electric Cyberquad ATV, is back for the holidays. Find out how to get one. -
Why Ford Discontinued The Famous Crown Victoria
The Ford Crown Victoria was a landmark brand in the automaker's lineup, so why did it disappear? Here's everything we know about the iconic car. -
Bugatti's W-16 Engine: The Story Behind Its Unusual Design
Bugatti's W-16 engine may have an unusual design, but there is a reason for that. Trying to keep the same layout as the V12, the "W" design was to shed weight. -
Motor Oil: Understanding The Classifications And What Sets Them Apart
Whether its a first car a new vehicle you aren't familiar with, choosing the right motor oil can be confusing. Here's what the oil classifications mean. -
48 Years Later, The Sinking Of The Edmund Fitzgerald Remains A Mystery
Just as Gordon Lightfoot sang about it back in 1976, the real-life sinking of the SS Edmund Fitzgerald still remains a maritime mystery to this day. -
There's A New Steam Deck OLED Coming: Here's Why You'll Want To Upgrade
Valve has announced its new Steam Deck OLED that will be available on November 16 with a bigger and brighter screen, longer battery life, and faster streaming. -
Breakthrough Battery Promises Polestar 100 Miles Of Electric Range In Just 5 Minutes
Charging being the biggest hurdle for electric vehicles currently, Polestar aims to fix that with the help of StoreDot's 'Extreme Fast Charging' technology. -
2024 Ford Mustang GT California Special Gets A Love-It-Or-Hate-It Style Update
This Ford style choice is definitely one for the books. What remains to be seen is how fans will react. -
Ohio-Class Submarines: A Closer Look At America's Underwater Fortresses
United States Central Command recently tweeted that an Ohio-class nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine has arrived in one of the least stable regions.
