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

Tesla launched a new over-the-air software upgrade option for the discontinued Tesla Model Y RWD model in the U.S., and for a price, it could mean a very respectable boost in electric range. The feature is called Energy Boost, and it can add up to 50 miles of additional range....

Tesla 'Energy Boost' Upgrade: Up To 50 Miles Of Range For $1,600

Tesla has re-introduced the RWD Model 3 Long Range back into its US portfolio, and it immediately became the cheapest Tesla with the longest range on offer this side of an expensive Model S. Unlike the base RWD Model 3, the new Tesla Model 3 LR RWD comes with a...

Cheapest Tesla with longer 363-mile range goes on sale as Model 3 LR RWD qualifies for tax credit

Fiat has unleashed the Grande Panda as its latest compact SUV for select European countries. It is to be available in a markedly affordable all-electric form, so as to compete with a growing number of rivals such as the eerily similar Citroën e-C3. Then again, it will start even cheaper as a hybrid EV.

Fiat Grande Panda to land on European market as ~$27,000 EV

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Porsche has confirmed its timeline to kill off its entry-level models, revealing that its most attainable combustion-powered cars will end production earlier than previously anticiapated. The company's Head of Production confirmed that the ICE-powered Macan will be killed off in non-European markets in 2026. Albrecht Reimold told the German publication Automobilwoche that the platform had reached its end.

Porsche Is Putting Its Most Attainable Models To Bed Earlier Than Expected

The Tesla Model 3 and Model Y are both relatively affordable EVs, but both serve a slightly different audince - here's how they stack up.

Tesla Model 3 Vs. Model Y In-Depth Comparison

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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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?

If you’re looking for a new or used car, there’s a good chance you checked out the Consumer Reports website at least once during your research. With help from its expansive member pool, CR conducts a bunch of surveys every year, which try to find out what the best and worst consumer items for sale in the United States are, including cars.

These Are The Worst Used Electric Cars, According To Consumer Reports

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

Some used cars are less reliable than others, based on Consumer Reports’ Annual Auto Surveys from owners. 20% of the list of 60 model years include hybrid, plug-in, and electric vehicles. Certain model years of reliable makes can be problematic. A used car can be a great value, but...

Used cars to avoid? Chevy, Ford top Consumer Reports’ list

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With an assassination attempt on Donald Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania on July 13, 2024, the U.S. experienced another violent episode in its increasingly polarized politics. Former President Trump, who’s about to formally become the GOP nominee for president in the 2024 election, survived the attempted assassination when, initial reports said, a bullet grazed his ear . But one rally attendee was killed , more spectators were injured and the suspected gunman is also dead. The Conversation’s politics editor, Naomi Schalit, spoke with University of Massachusetts, Lowell, scholar Arie Perliger after the event. Perliger offered insight from his study of political violence and assassinations. Given the stark political polarization in the U.S., Perliger said, “it’s not a surprise that eventually people engage in violence.”

‘One Inch from a Potential Civil War’? Trump Shooting a Close Call for American Democracy

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WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Biden administration plans to award General Motors and Chrysler-parent Stellantis nearly $1.1 billion in grants to convert existing plants to build electric vehicles and components, it said on Thursday.

Biden administration to award nearly $1.1 billion to Stellantis, GM for EV production

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New-vehicle sales volume rose by only 0.1% in the second quarter compared to the same period a year ago, according to AP reporting Motorintelligence.com recent tallies. Interestingly, the stagnant sales came despite discounts and slightly lower prices, but prices remain significantly elevated compared to before the pandemic. While new car prices are indeed about 2% […]
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It Takes 80+ Days For Dealers To Sell This Car Brand

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An unexpected defect was exposed this week, stopping production.
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Toyota Halts Production of 2 SUVs, Recalls 145,000 Vehicles

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Whenever you come across a sexy and extremely attractive person, bear in mind that such physical attributes may be influenced by their zodiac signs. Among all the signs of the zodiac, some signs tend to be more attractive than others. This is usually based on the planets that rule these signs and other astrological energies that could make them more appealing.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Sexy

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Four thieves stole a Ram TRX, Corvette, and Mercedes-Benz from a rental shop. While trying to flee, they managed to crash the Corvette into a Rolls-Royce Cullinan. The owner of the business believes he is about $30,000 due to the damage done. A group of four thieves broke into an...

Thieves Crash Into Rolls Royce While Stealing Corvette, Mercedes, And Ram TRX

The Tesla Model Y is one of the most popular cars in the U.S., and by far the most popular EV. Earlier in the year, the Tesla Model 3 got a relatively substantial refresh with an all-new design and a few new features. Now, it looks like the Model Y might be headed for the same treatment. The Model Y refresh, code-named “Juniper,” is seemingly being tested by Tesla right now, with a covered-up Tesla Model Y recently having been spotted in California.

Everything we expect to see from the Tesla Model Y refresh

A fascinating new test highlights the impressive difference EV-specific tires can make on the efficiency of a Tesla Model 3 – though it would also apply to other vehicles. Electric vehicles have had an interesting impact on the tire industry. Like many other aspects of cars, electric vehicles have pushed tires toward efficiency optimizations.

Here’s how big of a difference tires can make on Tesla Model 3

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Tesla Responds To Tariffs By Hiking Model 3 Prices Across Europe

Tesla has increased prices in Spain, France, Italy, Greece, Poland, and other markets. The cheapest RWD Model 3 starts at €42,490 (~$46,300), while the Model 3...

Tesla Responds To Tariffs By Hiking Model 3 Prices Across Europe

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