“To get real results, we need a real engine,” states Lake Speed, a professional oil expert and host of The Motor Oil Geek YouTube channel as he puts two identical motor oils to the test with the only difference between them is their viscosity: one oil (20W-50) which is thicker than the other oil (5W-20) commonly used in many vehicles today.

20W-50 vs 5W-20: Which Oil Protects Your Car Engine Better?

A recent Consumer Reports analysis of older used cars that dates as far back as 10 years ago was recently released by CR analysts who say that their current picks are “…the ones we’d recommend to our friends and family members,” ―all under $20,000!. Those...

Best Used Cars and SUVs Under $20,000

Have you ever felt deep in your gut that you may have paid too much for your latest new car? The chances are fairly good that your gut instinct was correct. Too often car shoppers take it on the chin with the rationale that this is the way of how the business is run by car dealers today and there’s really not that much anyone can do about it.

Car Dealers Caught Overcharging Buyers

In a recent The Oil Geek YouTube channel episode, the host of the show does an impressive demonstration he referred to as, “This is your oil, this is your oil on boost” after performing oil analysis looking at how motor oil can be affected comparing an engine that is naturally aspirated with one when it is boosted with a turbocharged system. While this pertains primarily to racecar designed engines, it is informative toward what could be going on under the hood of your turbocharged car.

What Adding Boost Can Do To Your Engine Oil

Three words: Made in America. We Americans carry quite a bit of national pride when it comes to our homegrown car manufacturers, be they Fords, Chevys, or Mopar. On this, the fourth day of the month of July, we celebrate American independence. Given the current political climate, however, I know why I’m not feeling very patriotic, but it turns out our American car companies aren’t very patriotic either. Not a single Ford, Chevrolet, or Dodge ranked in the top 15 of Cars.com’s list of the most American-made cars in 2024. Here’s the criteria that Cars.com uses to reach these rankings,

Only 2 American Carmakers Make This List Of The Most American-Made Cars On Sale Today

Irish Star

A woman has shared a video to TikTok showing the moment her boyfriend decided to volunteer to do something on their flight, leaving her completely shocked.

'My boyfriend got up for a bathroom break on a plane - I soon found out what was taking him so long'

Sitting at a car dealership's negotiating table is brutal. By the time you're ready to have the money talk, you've done test drives, explored your options, talked trim levels and packages, and then undoubtedly sat through a long diatribe about how this is the one car dealership that actually values its customers.

The Number One Rule For Not Getting Screwed At The Car Dealer

New York Post

Cash or card?

Target will no longer be accepting personal checks as a form of payment at its stores beginning later this month, the company confirmed.

The Minnesota-based big-box retail chain will stop taking checks this month due to “extremely low volumes,” of such payments, a spokesperson told NBC Chicago.



America may soon be subjected to the country’s first DEI president: Kamala Harris

The company has taken “several measures” to notify customers in advance, the spokesperson added.

The change will go into effect on July 15 following the end of Target’s popular Circle Week sales event.

Walmart rival gaining ground in affordable pricing

While personal checks will...

Target will soon stop accepting this form of payment

Business Insider

Priced at $42,909, the 2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XSE is easy on the eyes and an enjoyable drive, but it's not very different from the 2023 model.

I drove the 2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XSE. It's fun to drive and has luxurious features, but it's not worth buying new.

( ) – To determine the best luxury cars, iSeeCars analyzes data from over 12 million new and used vehicles to evaluate each luxury car’s reliability, value retention, and safety ratings. Reliability is a reflection of a vehicle’s long-term quality and durability. It is often reflected in lower...

Best Luxury Cars for 2024

[Stay on top of transportation news: Get TTNews in your inbox.]. Electric vehicle prices are falling fast in the U.S., but the cheapest models remain far more costly than what other countries have on offer. The BYD Seagull sells for about $10,000 in China, the Dacia Spring starts at $20,000 in Europe, the Renault Kwid e-Tech costs $19,000 in Brazil, and the Kia Ray goes for $22,000 in South Korea.

The $25,000 Electric Car Is Coming to US Soon

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Town Talks

A Raleigh suburb is the safest town in North Carolina, a new report finds. Fuquay-Varina ranks No. 1 on a list of smaller cities boasting lower crime rates and a lower financial toll on residents, according to results published by Moneygeek.

The safest place to live in North Carolina? This ranks as the state’s No. 1 town

Chevrolet discontinued the Bolt EV and EUV range at the end of the 2023 model year. GM decided it would be best to put the model on hiatus to make way for the Silverado EV and Equinox EV at its Factory Zero production plants in Detroit and Hamtramck. As of right now, it looks like it may not have been the best strategy, as the brand's EV sales have completely collapsed despite the Blazer already being available as somewhat of a replacement. The Bolt EV and EUV duo are two of the most successful electric cars sold in the U.S., and for good reason.

How Much A Chevy Bolt Is Worth Today And Why It's Worth Buying

Fisker has asked the judge overseeing its Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings for permission to sell remaining Ocean electric SUVs to a leasing firm at a fraction of their original price, Reuters reported Wednesday. The company hopes to offload 3,321 Oceans to American Lease at a price of $14,000 each, according...

Fisker trying to sell Ocean EVs for $14,000

USA TODAY

The NHTSA recently announced recalls for 1,071,798 vehicles. This includes Ford, Volkswagen, Toyota, Porsche, Tesla, Chrysler, Nissan, GM and Jaguar.

Ford, Volkswagen, Toyota, Porsche, Tesla among 1M vehicles recalled: Check car recalls here

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

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Toyota's diverse approach to electrification with hybrid, gas, and electric vehicles is paying off with strong sales. Together, Toyota and Lexus offer 29 electrified options, which is more than any other automaker. It was a best-ever sales month in June for numerous vehicles in the Toyota and Lexus lineups. Toyota...

Toyota's Big Hybrid Gamble Is Paying Off

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Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

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Far be it from anyone to say what type of car you can and cannot drive. However, many prospective luxury car buyers often lose sight of significant expenses beyond the initial purchase price and...

The Real Cost of Owning a Luxury Car Over 10 Years

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City Pulse

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – According to Constable Mark Herman, deputies from Constable Mark Herman's Office responded to a vehicle crash on the 25700 block of the Hardy Toll Road on June 7, 2024. The at-fault driver, Andrea Bernard, fled on foot but was quickly detained and displayed several signs of intoxication.

Woman arrested after defecating, spitting on deputies after hit and run

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Don’t Fall for This Potential Prius Scam by Used Car Dealers

In previous articles we’ve discussed the risks and hazards of shopping for a used Prius when the salesman is less than totally honest when it comes...

Don’t Fall for This Potential Prius Scam by Used Car Dealers

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