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Could Electric Motor Conversions Save Classic Cars?

Crate motors are popular for breathing new life into classic cars. The newest trend? They're now available in electric, meaning your old classic car can go green.

By Cherise Threewitt Jan 9, 2020 Classic & Collectible / Other Makes and Models

Porsche Joins Electric Vehicle Race With 2020 Taycan

Porsche unveiled its first electric sports car, the Taycan, and its plans for a sustainable future.

By Cherise Threewitt Sep 4, 2019 Sports Cars / Porche Cars

Millennials and Gen Xers Best Boomers at Collecting Cars

There's been a slow shift in who's collecting cars, and the boomer generation just passed the torch to two younger generations.

By Cherise Threewitt May 15, 2019 Classic & Collectible / Car Manufacturer Profiles

Jeep Celebrates the Gladiator at Easter Jeep Safari

The fan-favorite four-wheel automaker unveils six concept trucks based on its new Jeep Gladiator.

By Cherise Threewitt Apr 18, 2019 Car Models / Concept Cars

Henry Ford vs. the Dodge Brothers: An All-American Feud

John and Horace Dodge were early investors in the Ford Motor Company, but the relationship quickly devolved into the feud of a lifetime.

By Chris Opfer Apr 9, 2019 Classic & Collectible / Car Manufacturer Profiles

National Historic Vehicle Register Honors Elite Cars

The Library of Congress archives all things historical in the U.S. And that also includes many of America's most important cars.

By Cherise Threewitt Jun 8, 2018 Classic & Collectible / Car Manufacturer Profiles

Rolls-Royce Finally Enters the SUV Market

The bespoke automaker has thrown its famed hood ornament into the SUV ring. And it's setting itself apart from all the rest.

By Cherise Threewitt Jun 1, 2018 Car Models / Luxury Cars

The VW Bus Is Back — Sort of

The VW I.D. Buzz is a far cry from its predecessor. And that's totally fine by us.

By Cherise Threewitt Apr 27, 2018 Car Models / Concept Cars

Mahindra Roxor Reimagines the Beloved Jeep CJ

Indian automaker Mahindra introduced the Roxor to the U.S. in early March. It's the first licensed Jeep the company has produced for the U.S. market since 1947.

By Cherise Threewitt Mar 8, 2018 Car Models / Unusual Cars

Porsche Is 3-D Printing Rare Parts for Its Classic Cars

The storied car company is using the latest technology to produce extremely rare parts that are only needed in small quantities.

By Cherise Threewitt Feb 26, 2018 Sports Cars / Porche Cars

Nissan Concept Convertible Doubles as Snowmobile

Nissan unveiled its crazy 370Zki part-car part-snowmobile at the 2018 Chicago Auto Show. The only uncool thing about it is nobody can buy one.

By Cherise Threewitt Feb 13, 2018 Car Models / Concept Cars

Buying a Concept Car Is Harder Than It Seems

Concept cars may be super cool, but most never make it into production.

By Cherise Threewitt Nov 29, 2017 Car Models / Concept Cars

3 Facts That Show Minivans Aren't So Bad After All

The minivan's backstory is one of innovation and resilience, despite what many folks say about the vehicle's, er, stuffy design.

By Kate Kershner Sep 11, 2017 Modern Cars / Other Moden Car Manufacturers

Ultra-rare Ferrari Sells for $2 Million

A one-of-a-kind barn find Ferrari was auctioned off as part of Ferrari's marquee event with Sotheby's to celebrate the company's 70th anniversary.

By Sarah Gleim Sep 8, 2017 Sports Cars / Ferrari Sports Cars

Remembering Some of the Craziest Custom RVs

Just in time for some awesome summer road trips, the CarStuff guys give you a tour of some of history's craziest RVs.

By Kate Kershner Jun 2, 2017 Car Models / Unusual Cars

The Strange Case of the Buried Ferrari

Sometimes buried treasure comes in a Ferrari-size package.

By Kate Kershner May 12, 2017 Sports Cars / Ferrari Sports Cars

The Crazy Story of Borgward, the German Carmaker You've Never Heard Of

You've heard of Volkswagen. And Daimler. And Porsche. And Audi. But Borgward? Probably not.

By Kate Kershner Apr 21, 2017 Classic and Collectible Cars of the 1930s / Other Classic and Collectible Car Manufacturers of the 1930s

Unveiled at CES: The Electric Car Hoping to Beat Tesla at Its Game

Faraday Future wants to give Tesla a run for its money with the FF 91, a brand-new, four-door electric car with a swanky inside that was just unveiled at CES.

By Kristen Hall-Geisler Jan 4, 2017 Car Models / Concept Cars

How Wind Tunnel Testing Shaped Vintage Dream Cars

Do you like the streamlined, aerodynamic design of classic cars? The credit for these historic innovators goes to the wind — wind tunnel testing, that is.

By Laurie L. Dove Dec 23, 2016 Car Models / Concept Cars

Ridiculous History: Ford GT40 Was Created Out of Spite to Beat Ferrari

The Ford GT40 was built just to spite Ferrari. And its triumph at Le Mans was just the start of a remarkable string of 1960s victories.

By Patrick J. Kiger May 16, 2016 Race Cars / Ferrari Race Cars

Test Driving Buckminster Fuller's Dymaxion Car

Buckminster Fuller's 1933 designs for a car were innovative, stylish and exciting. But how would one actually handle on today's roads?

By Christopher Hassiotis Apr 25, 2016 Car Models / Concept Cars

Toyota's Newest Electric Concept Car Is Made of Wood

The concept car Setsuna debuted at Milan Design Week, and is assembled without nails or screws.

By Christopher Hassiotis Apr 19, 2016 Car Models / Concept Cars

Celebrating 40 Years of BMW Art Cars

Since 1975 BMW has commissioned artists to use its race cars as a blank canvas. Have a look at some of the most famous designs to embellish BMW’s Art Cars over the years.

By Kristen Hall-Geisler Dec 18, 2015 Car Models / Unusual Cars