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W8 engine cars never caught on. In fact, "cars" isn't the right word because only one ever reached mass production. The Volkswagen Passat W8 is a truly one-of-a-kind car, as no other production vehicle has ever packed eight cylinders in a W formation. The reason why VW made it is even more interesting and relates to the most successful 12-cylinder in history, which was recently killed off. Here's what you need to know about one of Volkswagen's weirdest models.

This Volkswagen Was The Only Production Car To Ever Feature This Engine Configuration

The Audi Q7 and Q8 represent two of the market's most balanced premium mid-size crossover SUVs, with the main difference between the two being that the Q7 has three rows of seating to accommodate up to eight people, while the Q8 seats up to five and offers a sporty coupe-like body style. Essentially, the Q7 aims to be a full family lifestyle vehicle, while the Q8 is more of an all-rounder slanted towards enjoyment for the driver in everyday life.

2025 Audi Q7 And Q8 First Drive Review: Doubling Down And Choosing Sides

BMW has announced the recall of over 100,000 vehicles manufactured from 2019 through 2021. The recall was issued due to a faulty starter motor in several different models in the BMW lineup. This follows a recent recall for the BMW X3, which had a defective cargo rail, and another for the 3 Series, which had an airbag issue. Despite the high number of vehicles recalled this time, it's estimated that only one percent will have the defect.

100,000 BMWs At Risk Of Being Push-Button Disappointments

Kissimmee, FL

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One Dunkin’ Donuts location, known for its familiar aroma of coffee and donuts, found itself temporarily closed after a state inspection uncovered a few issues. Not all Dunkin’ locations are created equal. Take the one at 3745 Pleasant Hill Road in Kissimmee, for instance. This particular branch, despite its efforts to keep customers caffeinated and satisfied, has had its share of mixed reviews.

Florida's donut shop closed due serious violations after state inspection

High-rpm naturally aspirated V12s aren't going anywhere.

There's Great News About Gordon Murray's 12,000-RPM V12

Wisconsin State

NHTSA advances the Dodge Journey investigation after a fatal fire in 2022, affecting nearly 1 million SUVs from 2009 to 2020. Safety concerns arise from door lock failures during electrical malfunctions, despite manual unlock instructions in the owner's manual. The Dodge Journey isn't the only model facing issues recently, with...

Investigation Of Deadly Dodge Journey Deepens After A Year

Rimac Automobili recently wiped out all of its social media posts, which is something that a brand usually only does when things are going very well or very badly. Either way, the decision always signifies the start of something new, and for Rimac, that something new is teased as "a new vision" and "the next big thing." The Rimac Automobili website shows a pixelated image with more than 40,000 pixels still to be revealed at the time of writing, and every comment on Rimac's social media posts, as well as every share of the post to individual feeds, will reveal another pixel, according to the automaker.

Oops! This Is The New Rimac You Weren't Supposed To See Yet

Maserati has loads of awesome cars to show us this month, and the best is yet to come.

Maserati's One-Off MC20 Is Just A Taste Of Things To Come

The reveal of the all-new successor to the Lamborghini Huracán is just under a fortnight away, with Monterey Car Week set to play host to the glamorous event. While this new supercar will mark steps forward in several areas, it will also pay tribute to the past, something that Lamborghini has highlighted in a new teaser video. The clip features the very first baby Lambo, the Gallardo, revving its even-firing 5.0-liter V10 engine, before transitioning to the Huracán Tecnica revving its 5.2-liter odd-firing V10. Finally, the clip concludes with the new supercar's engine idling. All of this seems to suggest that despite the addition of forced induction, Sant'Agata's latest supercar will provide just as visceral an exhaust note as its predecessors.

Lamborghini's V8 Supercar Won't Be Overshadowed By Its V10 Predecessors

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Lamborghini is getting ready to unveil the all-new baby supercar, the replacement for the beloved V10-powered Huracán. The Sant'Agata Bolognese-based brand has kept things well under wraps, with nary a leak or juicy teaser hinting at the styling. Now, Lamborghini designer Mitja Bokert has given us a glimpse of an unnamed design, and it's very likely the newcomer, predicted to be called the Temerario. The silhouette is sleek and dramatic, befitting any Lamborghini worth its badge. We can't help but draw comparisons between the new sketch and the Countach LPI 800-4, with a steeply angled rear fascia and a sharp windscreen angle that flows into a low roofline.

New Lamborghini Supercar's DNA Will Be Unmistakable

Honda has never released a V8-powered production car in the US due to Japan's taxation system favoring smaller engines. The VTEC engine was developed to maximize power from small engines, becoming a signature of Honda's brand identity. Honda's focus on mass-market vehicles makes investing in a V8 engine financially impractical...

The World Deserves Another V8 Honda, Because The First One Wasn't Even Japanese

When it debuted in 2022, the 14th-generation Ford F-150's Raptor R was lauded by Ford as the ultimate incarnation of the Raptor badge, whose founding member debuted more than a decade ago. Inspired by Ford's power-dense trophy trucks, the Raptor R was, and still is, the closest offering in Ford's pick-up truck arsenal that can hold a candle to those desert-racing trucks competing in the Baja 1000. Although unrivaled within Ford's stables, the Raptor R has had to contend against Ram's Herculean supercharged 1500 TRX but only for another year, as the 2024 model year is the power-crazed pick-up truck's coup de grâce.

The Last Supercharged Pickup Truck In America Has No Equal

Scituate, MA

Dianna Carney

The Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts recently introduced a unique cat named Inky, who is looking for his forever home. Inky's story is one of resilience and hope, and the shelter is seeking a cat-savvy owner who can provide the understanding and care he needs.

Meet Inky: A Former Street Cat With A Tough Past & A Bright Future

Wyoming State

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A Virginia man is demanding a political action committee stop using his photograph to promote a Wyoming legislative candidate of the same name — or face legal action. Make Liberty Win, a Virginia-based PAC , has been sending text messages and mailers to Wyoming voters, and knocking on doors in support of various legislative candidates, but has failed to provide accurate information. Many of the candidates the PAC is supporting are either members of, or ideologically aligned with, the hard-line Wyoming Freedom Caucus.

Cease and desist: Virginia man threatens legal action after group uses his photo to portray Wyoming candidate

Addison, IL

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Chicago Food King

Living in the area of Wood Dale, I am always on the hunt to try somewhere local and support them. I remember trying Elio Pizza several years ago and I was not really impressed with the food. However, my biggest complaint was the atmosphere created by the employees. My first interaction felt very cliquey, with preferential treatment given to people they knew instead of new customers.

This Popular Italian Restaurant in Addison has lost my business for good—no more Chances.

Missouri State

CJ Coombs

Denny's was once a staple of the American diner landscape. In recent years, it has had its ups and downs, especially post-pandemic. The dining habits of people also change. Some customers have a more discerning taste.

Denny's: a legacy of serving customers for over 65 years including 27 locations in Missouri

Massachusetts State

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., recently introduced Egypt, a remarkable 4 to 5-year-old, 50-pound dog who is filled with love and is searching for her forever family! With a glowing description, Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, explains, "Egypt is a very happy, affectionate and loving girl once she warms up to the people she loves."

Meet The Happy & Affectionate Dog Looking For Love

Declutterbuzz

The biggest benefit when you declutter your home is you will be more organized, efficient, and productive and this will free up time for you to spend doing the things you love!

Big Benefits When You Declutter Your Home & Life

Monterey, CA

The incredible 11,000-rpm 911K won't be the only amazing Tuthill creation at Monterey.

Tuthill Is Bringing The 911K To Monterey, But Something Else Will Steal The Limelight

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Electric VW GTI Will Be Even More Fun Than The Gas One

Volkswagen says the upcoming ID.GTI electric vehicle will be even better to drive than the gas version. It will have better suspension and handling and VW...

Electric VW GTI Will Be Even More Fun Than The Gas One

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