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Manhart May Have Built A Better M2 Than BMW
Manhart takes the BMW 2 Series to another level with its MH2 450 aftermarket package. Based on the top-spec M240i, the German tuning firm took nearly three years to present real-life images of its product, but we'll give it a pass as the result doesn't look too shabby - nor does it lack oomph, especially when compared to the full-phat BMW M2.
This BMW M3-Based Franken-Stang Is American Muscle Car Sacrilege
The Ford Mustang has a terrible online reputation as a crowd-hunting, pedestrian-pummeling pole magnet that likes to get lively, particularly when leaving a cars & coffee event, but one fastback is swapping that reputation for one that is far better in some ways and far worse in others. What you're looking at here is a 2008 BMW M3 Coupe (E92) that has been fitted with a first-gen Mustang GT body and some decals that indicate those responsible for grafting this shell onto the German coupe don't know what a GT500 should look like.
109-Year-Old Technology Could Be The Future Of Jeep Off-Roaders
CarBuzz has discovered another new patent at the United States Patent and Trademark Office, filed by FCA/Stellantis, this one describing an underwater detection system that would be fitted to off-road-capable vehicles like the Jeep Wrangler. That's quite clearly the vehicle depicted in the patent imagery, which portrays the idea that an off-road enthusiast would be able to ford a stream more easily and more safely thanks to the fitment of various sensors that would be able to detect the presence of sharp rocks, deep ruts, and other potentially unseen hazards that lurk within the murky waters often crossed by trail-hunting enthusiasts.
Best Toyota Camry Model Years For Reliability
The Toyota Camry has long been a favorite in the midsize sedan market, thanks to its legendary reliability, affordability, and reputation for longevity. The Camry has been the best-selling midsize sedan in the US for some time now, outselling the likes of the Honda Accord and Hyundai Sonata. However, not all Camry model years are created equal. While some years have proven to be nearly bulletproof, others have faced their share of mechanical gremlins. In this article, we'll dive into the best Toyota Camry model years, which years to avoid, and the key factors that make certain models more reliable than others.
Power-Hungry Rivian R1 Buyers Have Something To Celebrate
In June, Rivian unveiled its updated R1T and R1S, and while the styling was barely touched, there were several changes beneath the skin. There was also the introduction of a new Tri-Motor powertrain option, adding to the existing Dual-Motor and Quad-Motor alternatives, and according to RivianTrackr on X, this new triple-motor model is now ready to reach customers in SUV form.
The Ford Mustang GTD Has Already Trumped The Porsche 911 GT3 RS In One Key Area
The Mustang GTD's claim to the top step of the Mustang range has been spoken about ad nauseam, but we're not complaining. It's one of the most anticipated and interesting vehicles to debut in the last two years, for good reason. The Mustang GTD is not only the most powerful rendition of the Stallion nameplate, but also the most capable. Compared to the standard ranks that line the Mustang stables, the GTD is a thoroughbred racehorse that has more in common with the firm's GT3 race cars than anything else.
Why The Nissan Titan Is The Most Underrated Full-Size Truck Ever Built
Americans take pickup trucks extremely seriously and, these days, they need to be all things to all men. Their main duties used to be towing and hauling, but the modern truck has expanded that scope to include luxury family car and toy. Full-size pickup trucks have replaced almost every single segment, with standard models like the Ford F-150 catering to the majority, while the gloriously irreverent F-150 Raptor R takes care of the fun side of things.
Volvo Plans To Introduce Or Update 10 Vehicles In The Next Two Years
The next twenty-four months are going to be extremely busy for Volvo as the company CEO, Jim Rowan, and Chief Commercial Officer, Bjorn Annwall, spoke with dealers earlier this week about some very auspicious plans for the company. As expected, electrification was the main topic of discussion, with the pair announcing that a slew of new and updated vehicles are slated for production over the next two years. 10, in fact, though some of them you're already aware of, and others will probably not reach U.S. shores.
This Forgotten Willys Jeep Was The Very First Electric Fleet Vehicle
What's been the hottest automotive trend in the last few years? Making big promises to go fully electric and then immediately backpedaling once you realize that the market demand isn't really there yet. This isn't all that surprising if you look back at the history of the EV. It's always been very stop-and-start.
How Mitsubishi And Renault Beat The Mighty Tesla To The Punch
Time and again, we're reminded that the technology for a totally autonomous self-driving car isn't quite there. Earlier this summer, we saw an embarrassing incident with dozens of self-driving Waymo cars creating an un-piloted traffic jam and keeping San Francisco up all night with a chorus of honking horns, following an NHTSA report of some pretty serious safety concerns. Furthermore, California is talking about sending tickets directly to the automakers when a self-driving car violates traffic laws.
The Toyota Tacoma's Recent Reliability Gremlins Explained
When J.D. Power ranks the most reliable brands, you'll often find Lexus at the very top of the list with parent company Toyota not far behind. "Toyota" is almost synonymous with "reliable," and it's not unusual to see near thirty-year-old first-gen Tacomas still putting miles on the original engine after three decades and four owners. And yet, the Japanese auto giant still sees its share of reliability issues.
Without Incentives, EVs Would Be In BIG Trouble
Car brands may be backpedaling with their electrification plans due to a slow-down of battery electric vehicle demand, but the latest data from S&P Global Mobility shows that there was an increase in EV users in July 2024. Automotive News reports that Tesla is the biggest winner in this so-called EV race, a comeback after a five-month slump, thanks - in part - to the Cybertruck.
Mazda's Sexy New Sedan Is Heading To Production
Spy photographers have caught just a few images of a new sedan being tested by Mazda, but despite the fleeting glance, there's no doubt that we're looking at the reincarnated Mazda 6 Sedan. The wheel design is a dead giveaway for the Japanese automaker, but the sharp nose with its narrow headlights is also a clue to the car's origin, as are the semicircular graphics in the taillights.
Hyundai Is Hell-Bent On Making Wireless Charging Roads A Reality
Hyundai is ready to kill range anxiety once and for all when it comes to EV ownership. That's perhaps a little idealistic, but Hyundai is hard at work trying to make wireless charging while driving a reality. In a new patent filing discovered by CarBuzz after being filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office, Hyundai has developed a new system of dynamic wireless charging that would improve charging efficiencies and circumvent one of the biggest issues facing the roll-out of wireless charging roads: uneven surfaces.
Hardcore Audi Q6 Looks Like A Dakar Rally Racer For The Road
Way back in January of this year, the electrically-propelled Audi RS Q e-tron won the Dakar Rally, becoming the first EV to do so. It was the third and final attempt that the German automaker was willing to make, and now it looks like Ingolstadt could be preparing to commemorate the achievement with a special-edition hardcore version of the Audi Q6 e-tron. Spies in Germany spotted this dramatically taller and wider prototype, apparently based on the Sportback model, and it appears to be close to the finished product, whatever that finished product might be.
One Of America's Last Manual Pickup Trucks Is Dead For 2025
Pricing and specifications for the 2025 Jeep Wrangler were announced yesterday, and the main takeaway was its retention of a manual transmission. Unfortunately, the same will not be true for the 2025 Jeep Gladiator, and the simple reason is that take rates were extremely low. The manual also significantly lowered the towing capacity, but regardless of why the stick was dropped, this decision leaves the Toyota Tacoma as the only manual-equipped truck in America. Instead, the Gladiator's eight-speed automatic transmission - formerly a $2,500 option on the Gladiator - becomes standard, effectively increasing the base MSRP of the pickup by $205.
Stellantis Boss Pinpoints Maserati's Biggest Failing
Let's face it, Maserati has not had a good time in the media of late. Besides reports of its imminent demise and refutations of these claims, sales figures haven't been where they should be, despite new products on the market. In the first half of 2024, Maserati sales slumped from 15,300 at the halfway point last year to just 6,500 cars this year. This is despite the launches of several cars like the MC20 Cielo, GranTurismo, GranCabrio, Grecale, and electric Folgore variants of the latter three. So what's wrong?
And The Award For America's Most Reliable Unibody Truck Goes To...
Check the latest J.D. Power quality & reliability ratings, and you're going to find the Hyundai Santa Cruz sitting at the top with a rating of 87 out of a possible 100, leading the next-most reliable unibody pickup by two points, beating Ford, Honda, and Tesla for the number one spot. Look into reports filed with the NHTSA, and this rating seems to check out, with the 2024 model having just 14 complaints on file, and a single recall.
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