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Millennials and Gen Xers Best Boomers at Collecting Cars
BMW Introduces Concept Cars That Change Color With the Push of a Button
Jeep Celebrates the Gladiator at Easter Jeep Safari
Buying a Concept Car Is Harder Than It Seems
5 All-wheel-drive Crossover Vehicles
5 Reasons to Buy a Crossover Vehicle
5 Surprising Benefits of Cruising in a Crossover
10 Fastest Cars in the World
How much does it cost to lease a Lamborghini?
How the KTM X-Bow Works
AC Motors: kW vs. Horsepower
Are Electric Cars Cheaper to Run?
Are electric cars safe in accidents?
Why Did Cars Have 'Suicide Doors' and Do They Still Exist?
Rolls-Royce Finally Enters the SUV Market
3 Facts That Show Minivans Aren't So Bad After All
The 10 Most High-Tech Vehicles On The Road Today
The 25 Worst Cars Of All Time
Here's Why the US Government 3-D Printed a Classic Muscle Car
10 Most Sought-after Classic Muscle Cars
Can I own a plug-in hybrid if I live in an apartment?
Can I own a plug-in hybrid if my home is old?
Can I use solar power to recharge a plug-in hybrid?
Ridiculous History: Ford GT40 Was Created Out of Spite to Beat Ferrari
How the Porsche 917 Works
Ferrari F1
The Aston Martin: From the DB1 to DB7
Porsche Joins Electric Vehicle Race With 2020 Taycan
The 10 Best Ford Mustangs Of All Time
Kit Cars Put You in the Driver's Seat of the Hottest Cars in the World
5 U.S. Presidents and Their Beloved Cars
Remembering Some of the Craziest Custom RVs
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Once upon a time, an eco-friendly car buyer could go green and save money on taxes at the same time. You could still do that -- to an extent -- but the rules have changed.
Motor vehicles emit several different pollutants, including particulate matter and volatile organic compounds. But just how much pollution do cars produce?
That smell of a new car never seems to get old. But the car itself will. When it does and it's time to sell it, you may not get much for that old conventional vehicle. But will you do better with a hybrid?
By Josh Briggs
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Though all hybrid vehicles reduce gas consumption and get great mileage, they don’t all have the same types of engine. Let's take a look at some of the different technologies that make hybrids run.
Does it cost more to maintain a hybrid car than a conventional gasoline-fueled car? Not really, but you could run into big trouble if your hybrid breaks down without a warranty.
You probably know that a hybrid car uses both a gasoline engine and an electric motor. But greater complexity often translates into less efficiency. So how does this combination of power sources actually cut fuel use?
By John Kelly
You may save money on gas by driving a hybrid, but buying one isn't cheap. Is the insurance for these vehicles also pricey?
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So, you're getting a little bored with vehicles with four, two or even three wheels? How about a motorized vehicle with just one wheel? A monowheel just might give you the thrill you're looking for.
There's no doubt that Ferrari has cultivated a reputation of race-bred engineering combined with old-school dedication to craftsmanship. But how long does the build process take from beginning to end?
Amphibious cars are often laughed at and thought of as steady-but-slow vintage entrants in July 4th lake parades across the country. However, the WaterCar Python is raising amphibious car status.
By Eric Baxter
Gentlemen, start your checkbooks! These classic cars each have a history all their own and a price tag to blow your mind. The starting point is $6.9 million if you want one of these beauties parked in your garage.
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There are more than 2,800 small airports scattered throughout the United States -- and they're vastly underused. Maybe these small, relatively affordable (and roadable) planes can put them to good use?
A public road, in a notoriously buttoned-up country, where people can drive as fast as their engines and nerves will allow. It sounds almost too good to be true, doesn't it? Learn about 10 vehicles that have been pushed to their limits on this fabled road.
The Audi R8 straddles the line between high-priced supercar and luxurious daily driver. Essentially, you're getting Lamborghini-like performance at Porsche 911 Turbo prices.
By now you're probably familiar with the basics of how a hybrid vehicle works. But how knowledgeable are you when it comes to plug-in hybrid vehicle operation -- specifically charging?
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It seems that plug-in hybrids are the next logical step in hybrid vehicle technology. But, are plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) truly better than regular hybrids?
It wasn't long ago when gas-electric hybrid cars were the latest innovation on the roads. Now, automakers are shifting their attention to plug-in hybrid vehicles. Can buying one save you money on your taxes?
Electric car charging networks are operational in several parts of the world. However, they're mainly for demonstration only, at this point. When might a charging network be available in your neighborhood?
Is designing a car a science or an art? Actually, it's both. But sometimes the final product is simply too bizarre, expensive, impractical (or even dangerous) to gain much public interest.
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Early lowriders cruised the streets of California in the 1930s in customized cars to impress the girls. Find out why these 10 bajito y suavecito cars made our list.
Some people see the world in an entirely different light. Art car artists, for example, see a car as a blank canvas they can cover with doll heads, stained glass, rubber ducks, silverware and fur.
The BMW X6 ActiveHybrid concept is a vehicle that blurs the lines between SUV, hatchback and sports car. But how does the X6 ActiveHybrid achieve fuel economy and improved performance, too?
Similar to other auto shows, the cars are the stars at any Concours d'Elegance event. But that's where the similarities end. Concours d'Elegance shows are truly unique for many reasons.
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If you're looking for a new car or truck, there's a chance you're considering a hybrid. Before you sign any paperwork, take a look at why you may not want to.
Some people dream of owning a brand new Escalade or Maybach, but others have bigger -- and older -- dreams. If you'd rather drive a classic, the accessibility and ease of car restoration can turn that vision into reality.