Columbus, OH

America’s automakers are out shouting about their latest sales figures this week after the second quarter of the year drew to a close last weekend. Sales of light vehicles across America dipped by a single percent during the three-month period as a computer outage hit America’s dealerships’ ability to sell cars.

The winners and losers in U.S. car sales

This is the season for BMW series launches. Shortly after introducing the sixth-generation 2025 M3 and the 2025 3 Series, BMW Group published the specs and features of the 2025 X3 series midsize sports activity vehicle (SAV). Other automakers would call the X3 series compact SUVs, but we’ll go with SAV.

The second best-selling BMW model in the U.S. is all-new for 2025

Mitsubishi reports that its vehicle sales in the United States during the second quarter of 2024 amounted to 22,727 (down 8% year-over-year). However, the first half of the year was positive at 51,130 (up 12.3% year-over-year). Unfortunately for Mitsubishi, sales of its sole plug-in hybrid mode, the Outlander PHEV, also...

Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV U.S. Sales Weakened In Q2 2024

On July 2, Toyota Motor North America released sales figures for the first half of 2024, and a few things became apparent. Toyota and by extension Lexus, currently have 29 electrified offerings available – the largest of any car manufacturer – so it's hardly a surprise EV sales have increased. During the first half of 2024, Toyota sold 1,186,647 vehicles sold. That's a 14.3-percent increase on a volume basis.

Toyota BEV Sales Sky Rocket In 2024, But The Three Most Sold Models Are Not All Hybrid

The US had been outpacing Canada in EV and PHEV adoption, but that changed this year. Eligible zero-emissions vehicles in Canada can get a federal rebate of up to CA$5,000 (~$3,600). Quebec has accounted for 50.6% of all new BEV registrations in Canada this year. Sales of battery-electric vehicles and...

BEV And PHEV Sales Soar In Canada While Slowing In The US

Monterey, CA

The Murilee Martin Junkyard Odometer Standings were dominated by Honda and Mercedes-Benz for years, but extremely well-traveled Toyotas have been muscling in lately. A couple of months back, a 1996 Avalon with close to a million miles on its odometer took the No.1 spot, and today's Junkyard Treasure just grabbed second place for the car company founded by Kiichiro Toyoda.

1985 Toyota Camry with 648k Miles Is Junkyard Treasure

Sports cars are some of the most exhilarating cars to drive, mainly due to their ability to closely replicate supercars while keeping the budget lower. These vehicles can come in all shapes and sizes, due to the broad definition of the term. Today, we associate cars such as the BMW...

10 Sports Cars from 2024 With The Fastest Quarter-Mile Times

Lincoln doesn’t make sedans anymore, instead following parent Ford’s lead and going all-in on luxury SUVs and crossovers. The brand’s last crack at a sedan was the tenth-generation Continental that debuted for the 2017 model year. Unfortunately it was a flop, but just before the model was dropped from production, Lincoln decided to send it off with a bang by creating a super exclusive version called the Coach Door Edition. Only 230 were ever made, and one of those Coach Door Continentals is currently for sale on Bring A Trailer.

One Of Just 230 Lincoln Continental Coach Door Editions Is Currently Up For Auction

The super sedan isn't dead yet, far from it, in fact. It seems there are still drivers who prefer their sports cars with four doors. Another thing that just won't end is the horsepower war that continues to wage on, year after year. With EV manufacturers leaning towards sedan platforms, there has been a resurgence in sports sedans popularity. The EV market has cooled off more than most expected, with many reverting to hybrid tech. Because of that, we still luckily have a decent variety of sporty gas-powered sedans at our fingertips.

10 Best Sports Sedans of 2024 Ranked By Horsepower

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Corpus Christi, TX

Meteorologist Joe Cioffi

Beryl is not near what it was days ago when it moved through the Windward Islands as a category 5 hurricane. Strong wind shear in the Western Caribbean and a trip across the Yucatan Peninsula have reduced it toa tropical storm. Beryl continues north northwest today and it appears that the center will make landfall along the Texas coast about half way up between Corpus Christi and Houston.

Beryl landfall along the Texas coast tonight, could strengthen to a hurricane, warnings are up!

Gainesville, FL

A 27-year-old died after hitting a semi-tractor trailer in Florida. The driver and his Dodge Challenger ended up pinned almost completely beneath the trailer. The situation highlights just how important it is to remain alert when behind the wheel. Florida Highway Patrol responded to a catastrophic accident on July 1st....

Dodge Driver Pins Challenger Under Parked Semi In Florida In Fatal Crash

Webb City, MO

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Kristy Tallman

TULSA, Okla. – On June 28, 2024, the last of nine defendants was sentenced for the kidnapping and murder of Jolene Walker Campbell, an Osage Nation citizen, U.S. Attorney Clint Johnson announced.

9th Defendant Sentenced to 50 Years for Role in Kidnapping and Murder of Osage Nation Woman

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Honda sales are up for the year despite some declines. 
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Honda Sales Are up for 2024

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Chicago, IL

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Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

New Laws July 1: Driver's Licenses for Undocumented Migrants, Raises for Tipped Workers, and More

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The fifth-generation Toyota Prius is a significant improvement over the outgoing model. Its looks alone were enough to write headlines, and sales were skyrocketing earlier this year. However, the automaker’s second-quarter sales report reveals that the hybrid had an abysmal June, with Toyota only selling 13 Priuses last month. Why so few?

Toyota Only Sold 13 Priuses in June. Here’s Why

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The NHTSA recently announced recalls for 687,808 vehicles. This includes Kia, Honda, Toyota and Ford cars.

Kia, Honda, Toyota, Ford among 687,000 vehicles recalled: Check car recalls here

Missouri State

CJ Coombs

According to Shakey's website, this pizza parlor is only in California, North Carolina, and Washington state in the U.S. now. This was my family's go-to pizza joint when my father was stationed with the Air Force outside of Omaha, Nebraska. We liked it so much, that when we were transferred again, it was hopeful we'd find another one.

Shakey's Pizza Parlor and nostalgia: the first franchised pizza restaurant also landed in Missouri

BMW revealed the G90 M5, the latest iteration of their high-performance sedan. Debuting just a year after the M5 F90 facelift, the G90 marks a significant departure from the original all-electric vision. This shift stemmed from a combination of factors, including continued consumer preference for gasoline engines and limitations of...

BMW G90 M5: Hybrid Power and High-Performance Sedan Revealed


This supercharged Merc was a decade ahead of its time. And now you can get one for cheap.
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Mercedes’ Forgotten Hellcat Convertible (Worth $15k) Is the Best-Kept Secret in Used Supercars

Ford is recalling over 4,300 2024 F-150 trucks due to improperly bonded windshields. The company has blamed positioning equipment used to stick the windshield to the frame. Owners might notice excess sealant, wind noise, or water leaks. Update: In a statement issued to Carscoops, Ford said the following:. “Our goal...

Ford Blames The Machines For F-150 Windshields That Might Fall Off

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Mitsubishi Mirage Nearly Doubles Its Sales In First Half Of 2024

The Mirage recorded a 146% increase in Q2 2024 and an 85.5% in the first half of 2024 compared to last year. The entry-level Mitsubishi was...

Mitsubishi Mirage Nearly Doubles Its Sales In First Half Of 2024

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