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'Don't You Put the Positive Cable on First?': Salesman Tries to Jump-Start an Acura. It Backfires

A lifeless battery is a common car problem. Jump-starting a vehicle seems like a straightforward fix.

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Porsche Races 918 Spyder Against the Electric Cayenne

It’s hard to believe 12 years have passed since Porsche revealed the 918 Spyder. At its launch in September 2013 during the Frankfurt Motor Show, the electrified supercar was crowned Zuffenhausen’s quickest-accelerating production model. From naught to 62 mph (100 km/h), it needed only 2.6 seconds. Fast-forward to 2025, and…

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'Is That What They're Sticking in Your Car?:' Man Buys Walmart Oil. Then He Notices the Super Tech, NAPA, and Ford Oil Filters

An auto body mechanic is gaining attention for showing the stark difference between several oil filters and raising questions about what Walmart uses during its routine oil changes.

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Toyota Gives the New Hilux a Rally Makeover for 2026 Dakar

Well, that didn’t take long. Toyota pulled the covers off the new Hilux last week, and it’s already introducing the rally version. As you can imagine, it has been quietly working on the DKR GR Hilux for a while to have it ready for the upcoming 2026 Dakar Rally. Based…

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The Cayenne Turbo Electric Is The Heaviest Porsche Ever

The Cayenne Electric made headlines yesterday as the most powerful production Porsche ever. With launch control, it (temporarily) unleashes an astounding 1,139 horsepower and 1,106 pound-feet (1,500 Newton-meters) of torque. But straight-line force isn’t the only eye-opening figure. At 5,831 pounds (2,645 kilograms) without a driver, the Turbo variant is…

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'Ticking Time Bomb:' Mechanic Fills Customer's Tire. Then He Checks the Pressure

What are the risks of overfilling a tire? A mechanic has gone viral with a humorous portrayal of what can go wrong when a tire is dangerously overfilled.

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Enthusiasts, Rejoice: Audi Might Bring Back One of Its Best Performance Sedans

RennSport fans rejoice. You may soon have another high-performance Audi option for sale at your local dealer. Spy photographers continue to nab evidence of a new super sporty sedan. Audi appears eager to add an M5 four-door fighter to its ranks, which means we could soon see the return of…

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'Easier To Drive During Winter:' Man Uses WD-40 On His Tires for Protection. Then Mechanics Warn Him

Every winter driver knows the "thud-thud-thud" sound of frozen slush stuck in their wheel wells. One man thinks he’s found the perfect solution: WD-40. A few sprays, he claims, and the ice just slides right off. But mechanics say that’s not the only thing that might slip.

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This Retro Bumper Treatment for the Current ND Miata Looks So Good

After years of being called soft, Mazda decided to add some sass to the Miata with the latest ND model. Designers gave the little roadster narrow headlights with furrowed brows and a gaping grille that looks like the car is shouting, "Get out of my way!" Now, there’s a new front bumper that muzzles…

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Hyundai's Wild New Off-Roader Debuts Today: Watch the Livestream

Hyundai wants to get serious about off-roading. Yes, the automaker already offers its XRT line, which adds a few rugged touches to models like the Ioniq 5, Palisade, and Santa Fe. But this new concept shows what serious off-roading within the Hyundai lineup could look like.

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'That Fix Will Last Longer Than a Cybertruck:' Neighbor Catches ‘Mobile Mechanic’ Fixing Rust In Van. There’s Just One Problem

A man on Facebook shot to viral status after calling out a self-proclaimed "mobile mechanic" for the way he chose to patch rust holes in his work van.

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2026 Porsche Cayenne Electric Revealed: The Most Powerful Porsche Ever

Porsche continues its march toward an electrified lineup. There have been rumblings of the automaker pulling back—but today is not that day. Porsche is adding a second electric SUV to its lineup. Say hello to the 2026 Porsche Cayenne Electric. By the way, it’s the most powerful production Porsche of…

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‘They Can Put It in with a Needle:’ Police Officer Says Never Take a Water Bottle From an Uber. Then He Reveals Why

Just when you think you’ve got a handle on everyday risks, there’s a new curveball. Or maybe this is simply the way the world has always been: a place where you keep your eyes open, your mirrors checked, and your head on a metaphorical swivel.

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The 2026 Toyota RAV4 Is Cheaper Than Last Year's Hybrid

Introducing a new generation of a popular vehicle raises a big concern: How much more expensive will this version be? That’s especially true for affordable SUVs like the Toyota RAV4. But worry not, RAV4 fans—Toyota’s ever-popular SUV is still very affordable for 2026. In fact, it’s slightly cheaper than last…

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‘Oh No... Something Blew the Battery Up:’ Customer Tells Mechanic His Car Won’t Start. Then He Checks the Battery

A mechanic got what he thought was a routine call about a car that won’t start. When he took a look under the hood, he quickly determined the problem.

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2026 Nissan Navara Revealed: New Truck With Mitsubishi Roots

Earlier this week, Nissan slapped its badge on the Outlander PHEV to roll out the new Rogue Plug-In Hybrid. It’s now launching a completely different vehicle, also with Mitsubishi roots. Meet the new Navara, a mid-size pickup closely related to the latest-generation Triton introduced in 2023.

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Stellantis Is Against The EU's 2035 Combustion Engine Ban

Earlier this year, the European Union reaffirmed its stance on phasing out the sale of new cars with combustion engines from 2035. However, the ruling isn’t set in stone, as the zero-tailpipe-emission pledge is still up for debate. The initial plan was to review the proposal in 2026, but that…

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This Is Jeep's First Electric Off-Roader. We Got An Early Look

The 2026 Jeep Recon is finally here. The automaker first announced the electric off-road SUV in 2022, but with production starting sometime early next year, Jeep is ready to release the details on the new Recon, which will launch in its Moab trim first.

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The New Mercedes-AMG GLC Could Have More Than 900 HP

A few months ago, Mercedes-Benz revealed the electric GLC. It can produce up to 483 horsepower, but once AMG gets hold of it, it could make nearly double that, according to a new report.

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‘Ford Should Put This in the Museum:’ Junkyard Worker Gets Ford Escape With Almost 600,000 Miles. Then He Peels Back Paint Layers

A junkyard worker was left stunned by the mileage sticker on a Ford Escape that came into his lot. The man, who posted footage of the car on the Auto Parts City Facebook page, spotted some peculiarities with the vehicle that indicate it lived many lives while transporting passengers to…

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Ram Is Back In NASCAR—With a New Driver Every Single Week

Have you ever wanted to go really fast in a truck? Ram has a fresh opportunity for just that sort of thing. The truck manufacturer has announced its return to the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series in 2026. And the Kaulig Racing team has announced an interesting plan to put firesuit-clad…

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Hyundai's New SUV Concept Looks Like a Serious Off-Roader

Off-road cosplay is big business in the automotive world right now. Chunkier fenders, pseudo underbody protection, mediocre all-terrain tires—and voila! You've got yourself a soft-roader. Any automaker can cook up a new trim name and tout its capability, but Hyundai appears to be taking this game more seriously.

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Toyota Is Going All in on Hybrid Production in the US

Last week, Toyota announced its plan to invest an additional $10 billion in the United States over the next five years. This will bring the automaker’s total investment in the country to $60 billion over the 70 years it has operated here. Now, Toyota has announced where the first $912 million will go.

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End of an Error: The Four-Cylinder Mercedes C63 Is Reportedly Dead

The four-cylinder, plug-in-hybrid Mercedes-AMG C63 was never a big hit. In our review, we called it a "technical masterpiece with no soul." Now it appears Mercedes agrees: The four-banger C63 is reportedly headed for the chopping block.

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Yes, The 2026 Honda Prelude Is Expensive. But Context Matters

The upcoming 2026 Honda Prelude is probably one of the most polarizing cars in recent memory. The internet has been plenty vocal about its front-wheel-drive setup, hybrid powertrain, and lack of a manual transmission. Now there’s one more thing the masses are bound to complain about: Its price.

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