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What Is a Software-Defined Vehicle? Rivian's CEO Explains

The term "software-defined vehicle" (SDV) always seemed like a bit of meaningless buzz to me. Cars have been defined by software for decades, I figured, with lots of little computers to control various electronic functions. Hell, Bendix came out with electronic fuel injection in 1956. (Admittedly, it didn’t work at…

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'All of the Sudden I Hear Screaming:' Mechanics Reveal Some Common Things Customers Leave in Cars that Send Them Running

Every mechanic has horror stories about the things they’ve discovered inside customer vehicles. From forgotten food that’s turned into science experiments, to drug paraphernalia, to items that would make anyone blush, automotive service throws up surprises that go well beyond engine trouble.

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'Toyota Do Better:' Woman Shops for Used Highlander. How Reliable Are 'Gold Certified' Vehicles?

A young woman who says she shopped for a Toyota Highlander in Colorado Springs has people talking about what Toyota’s Gold Certification really means and whether you can really trust any car dealerships at all.

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The Jeep Cherokee Is Back—And It's a Hybrid

The Jeep Cherokee took a brief hiatus in 2023 as the automaker prepared its successor. Now, after some much-needed time off, it's back. The all-new 2026 Cherokee is larger than the model it replaces, offering more standard technology and a hybrid powertrain. It arrives as a crucial addition to Jeep’s…

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What Exactly Is an 'AI Hypercar?' We'll Find Out Next Month

When you hear the name Pininfarina, you probably think of sultry supercars hand-crafted by the finest automotive designers Turin has to offer. This newcomer is no exception—at least, it appears so on the surface.

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'We Are Just Getting Started:' New Nissan Xterra Reportedly Coming in 2028

Nissan is looking at the Toyota 4Runner and Ford Bronco with envy. Both vehicles are huge sellers and hugely profitable, but Nissan doesn't have an off-road SUV to compete in that price bracket. Executives told Motor1 earlier this year that they're working toward an Xterra revival, and now, we have a potential…

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10 Best Selling SUVs of 2025 (So Far)

Tell the average person to picture an average car in 2025, and there’s a good chance that an SUV will pop into their mind’s eye. Apart from pickup trucks, they’re the most popular type of car in the US, and it’s not that hard to see why.

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Infiniti Might Scrap Its EV Plans for a Manual Sports Sedan Instead

Infiniti isn't doing so hot. Sales are way down from a decade ago, and there’s more chaos and uncertainty in the industry than ever. But the Japanese automaker has an idea to reinvigorate the struggling brand—and it should excite enthusiasts.

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Mercedes Might Buy Engines From Its Biggest Rival, BMW

In a strange twist, we might soon see BMW engines powering Mercedes-Benz cars. According to a rumor first reported by German publication Manager Magazin, the tri-star brand is in talks with BMW to purchase four-cylinder motors for its lineup starting in 2027.

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Long Live the BMW iDrive Knob

In the strange period between cars getting infotainment systems and the rise of touchscreens, some automakers relied on knobs. Audi, Mercedes, Mazda, and others all had a central rotary knob that controlled infotainment functions. And they were brilliant.

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Michigan Woman Says Her Car Is 'Melting.' Is It Possible For Cars To Melt In The Heat?

A Michigan woman has gone viral for believing her Toyota RAV4 is ‘melting’ in the Michigan sun.

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Woman Buys Parts for Her Nissan Rogue at O'Reilly. Then She Buys the Same Parts at Autozone for $200 Less

With dealership repair quotes rising fast, even the cost of parts for new brakes can leave drivers stunned. But for one TikTok creator, a little extra research and the realization she didn’t need rotors after all meant walking away with nearly $440 in savings and $188 back in her pocket.

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New Shelby GT500 Caught Testing: Listen to its Supercharged V-8

The GTD won't be the only supercharged S650-generation Ford Mustang. Ford is also working on something else as a follow-up to the 2020-2022 GT500, and it sounds mean. Spy video from Ford Authority shows what looks to be a near-production-ready GT500 prowling around Metro Detroit, with its supercharged V-8 burbling away through…

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'A Supercar for Gravel:' Ford Wants a 1,000-HP, Electrified Off-Roader

Ford CEO Jim Farley has been doing a lot of thinking lately. He's pushing the legendary automaker toward an electric future and a streamlined manufacturing process, with the goal of building affordable electric vehicles. That's great and all, but Farley also has some thoughts on what should follow the high-priced,…

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Ford's Next EVs Could Have Pretty Strange Names: 'Fathom,' 'Mythic'

Ford has a strong history of iconic vehicle names—Bronco, Mustang, and Explorer, to name a few. But the Blue Oval has also had its share of stinkers, with names like Escort, Pinto, and Probe. Now, as the company gears up for a new era of electric vehicles, recently filed trademark…

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The Best EVs of 2025 (So Far)

If you want a new electric vehicle, you have a lot of fantastic choices. EVs occupy a relatively small share of the market, but almost every carmaker has at least one in its lineup. Whether you're looking for a sporty, low-slung sedan or a three-row people-mover, there's an electric car…

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Bugatti Is Sold Out Until 2029

The automotive industry is volatile. Emerging technologies, changing government regulations, tariffs, and fickle consumer trends make planning for the next model year a Herculean effort of hope and stress. It’s why so many automakers play it safe with their products, but there are outliers, like Bugatti. Demand for the brand’s…

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Horacio Pagani Still Can't Wait for the Future: Interview

Horacio Pagani has much to be proud of. As a young man, he moved from Argentina to Italy, then built a kingdom from carbon fiber. Along his journey, Pagani probed new territory in composites manufacturing, set the high watermark for low-volume car building, and helped invent the hypercar.

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'Your Sign to File That Claim:' Woman Hits a Pothole. Then She Sees the Damage and Gets a Possible $1,000 from the State

Part of the taxes you pay go to social infrastructure upkeep, which includes safe roads to commute on. And depending on where you live, you might be able to file a financial claim if an unkempt motorway results in damage to your vehicle. That’s what TikTok user Dajlife (@dajmikaell) says…

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'I See These Brands Day In and Day Out:' Service Specialist of 15 Years Says He Sees These Cars Most Often. He Says Stay Away

A mechanical repairs claims analyst reveals the top five automotive brands he sees most often in the shop for repairs. He’s recommending car buyers steer clear.

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The Engineer Behind Senna's F1 Dominance Just Built a Supercar

In a world dominated by technology and comfort, there are still companies looking to pay homage to real racing and legendary drivers like Ayrton Senna. During Monterey Car Week this year, hidden among the hypercars and avant-garde prototypes was a new custom-built British car with a Formula 1 pedigree: The Nichols…

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The 2025 BMW M5 Touring Is Absurd and Great: Review

Does any new car come with more baggage than the latest BMW M5? The name carries with it the weight of huge expectations, and in case you hadn’t heard, the new M5 simply carries a huge weight—5,390 pounds for the sedan and 5,530 pounds for the Touring wagon. A lot…

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A Movie Car Museum Is Moving—And It's Selling Off Some Amazing Vehicles

A Colorado movie car museum is auctioning off more than 60 vehicles from its collection as the owner seeks to build a new location. That means you have the chance to purchase a range of cool cars from Hollywood history, with most items offered at no reserve.

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Ford Just Beat the Mustang GTD's Nürburgring Lap Time... With a Van

Ford just set a new personal best time at the Nürburgring. But it wasn't in a Mustang GTD. Instead, the company did it in its one-off "SuperVan," an all-electric, track-only demonstrator based loosely on the Transit. The time of 6:48, set by Romain Dumas, makes the van four seconds quicker than…

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Ford's $30,000 EV Truck Could Save Americans Thousands in Maintenance. And They Need To Know it

Ford Motor Company is betting quite a lot on its new "Universal EV Platform,” which will spawn a $30,000 electric pickup in 2027. It certainly said the right things last week: The truck will have a competitive price, ample performance, and unmatched utility in a versatile package.

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