When it debuted in early February, we learned just about everything there is to know about the refreshed 2025 Ford Explorer, which features quite a few notable changes. Those include the typical mid-cycle actions such as a mild exterior makeover, some interior tweaks – and, perhaps most notably, the deletion of the outgoing model’s hybrid powertrain for retail customers. That leaves the 2025 Ford Explorer with just two engine options, but one of them is actually newer than one may think.

2025 Ford Explorer Uses S650 Mustang’s All-New 2.3L EcoBoost

The updated Maverick can pair the hybrid powertrain with all-wheel drive. The 2025 Ford Maverick is on sale now and costs $27,890. The Ford Maverick compact pickup truck has impressed with its fuel efficiency and capability, but customers wanting all-wheel drive have had to opt for non-hybrid models. That changes for 2025.

2025 Ford Maverick hybrid gains AWD option

Mercedes could have a Tesla Model Y competitor in 2026. The compact crossover will replace the EQB EV in the lineup. Mercedes-Benz may be prepping an electric version of its upcoming CLA-Class sedan, along with a related crossover SUV. On Tuesday, Automotive News reported that an electric version of the...

Mercedes CLA EV crossover may rival Tesla Model Y in 2026

The world of automotive tuning is going to start looking very different as it begins to encompass the world of electric cars. Last week, Nissan hinted to us that purchasable software upgrades that uncork more power could be a pathway into EV tuning, and now that very thing has become a reality on the Ford Mustang Mach-E GT.

You Can Now Download More Torque For Your Ford Mustang Mach-E For $995

Rising to the top of the electric pickup truck market in just eight months is no small feat. Have you seen the Tesla Cybertruck out on the roads yet? They became available in November 2023, but experts think they may have already become the bestseller among electric pickup trucks in the U.S.

Experts speculate Tesla Cybertruck to be bestselling electric pickup truck in US: 'This is a little surprising to me'

As has historically been the case, the debut of the all-new 2024 Ford Mustang was quickly followed by the release of a large number of new parts and accessories for the S650 generation pony car. Long one of the most popular models to customize, the newest Mustang carries on that tradition of giving owners countless options when it comes to altering the looks and performance of their rides, with Roush Performance continuing to add to that list.

Roush 2024 Ford Mustang Supercharger Officially Debuts

The hybrid SUV and crossover market is rapidly becoming a competitive and popular market in the U.S. for a number of reasons. New car buyers are desperately trying to cut their monthly gasoline bills down, even if that means spending more on an efficient car option. The new generation of hybrid technology also makes cars more efficient than ever while still producing impressive performance outputs. Manufacturers from all corners of the globe are so invested in hybridization, that they're now reeling back their full electrification transition strategies.

The Japanese Hybrid SUV That Outsells Every Other Hybrid Vehicle

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Whether you're a busy professional seeking comfortable transportation, a parent seeking reliability and low cost in a family vehicle, or an outdoor enthusiast needing off-road capability, the used SUV market offers a spectrum of options for less than $35,000. The hard part is figuring out which SUV will be best for you. Edmunds' experts are here to help with what they consider are the five best-value used SUVs in this price range. Each has an appealing mix of functionality and style plus a proven ability to meet drivers' needs without breaking the bank. The following SUVs are organized by category;...

Here are the 5 best used SUVs for under $40,000, according to Edmunds

Irvine, CA

Hot summer days can be a grueling experience for all those stray animals without shelter, food, and water. On a particularly hot California day, one woman noticed something on a hillside in her neighborhood. At first, she thought this mysterious animal was a coyote, but looking at it for three...

Woman Notices Someone Staring At Her From A Hillside, Then Comes To A Shocking Realization

Ford’s strategic pivot towards SUVs, trucks, and electric vehicles has significantly transformed its product lineup. Where once a vibrant array of passenger cars held court, now stands a world dominated by high-riding vehicles. A recent digital rendering of a potential 2026 Ford Thunderbird has ignited a nostalgic fervor, offering a tantalizing look into a potential resurgence of the iconic coupe.

2026 Ford Thunderbird Revival: A Digital Rendering Teases a Modern Twist on an Iconic Classic Coupe Amid Ford’s Shift to SUVs and EVs

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We are unabashed fans of the Lexus LC. With its smooth and sonorous 471-horsepower V8 under the hood, concept car come-to-life styling, and luxurious and detailed interior, there's an argument to be made that it's the finest grand touring car on the market here in 2024. Particularly as Lexus fixed it's biggest niggle - the only thing we complained about.

Driven: 2024 Lexus LC Convertible Is A Perfect GT Car - Barring One Thing

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.

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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

To the uninitiated, the Toyota Camry and Lexus ES are unlikely sparring partners due to their different classes. The 2025 Toyota Camry is an economical mid-sized sedan, while the Lexus ES is the premium brand's mid-sized entry-level sedan. Both are the bread and butter of their respective brand's sedan lineup, and both have made leaps and bounds in technology and style to get to where they are today.

2025 Toyota Camry Vs. 2025 Lexus ES: Is It Worth Paying A Premium

Virginia State

History Facts lists eight names US parents no longer give their newborns, which you may no longer hear in Virginia. The girls' names are Doris, Gertrude, Mildred, and Judith. I know or have known women with all four names, but they are either baby boomers or boomer parents' ages and someone's grandma or great aunt. Consider the ages of females in Virginia you know with these names.

Eight names parents in Virginia may no longer be giving to their newborns

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Norfolk, VA

Four Virginians were confirmed to be onboard when the Titanic sank on April 14, 1912. Phillip Acts and Selini Decker, who lived a few blocks apart in Norfolk, died when the ship sank. Richmond native Robert Decker and Eloise Smith, who later moved to Richmond from West Virginia, survived.

There's a reason no remains from the Virginia Titanic victims will ever be found

Kia wants to build a slew of models on the Hyundai Motor Group's E-GMP dedicated EV platform, and next on the menu are smaller, more affordable, front-wheel-drive-based cars. That includes the Kia EV3 crossover that's getting a ton of hype, but one sedan—expected to go on sale in Korea, Europe and North America—is set to gun for the Tesla Model 3.

The Kia EV4 Aims To Undercut The Tesla Model 3

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The BMW i5 Touring is competing in a rarified segment considering there are only a handful of electric wagons. Audi wants a piece of the action with the new A6 Avant E-Tron, which spawns a high-performance S6 from day one. The latter goes up against the i5 M60 Touring, an M Performance version of Bavaria’s luxury electric wagon.

The Audi S6 Avant E-Tron Battles The BMW i5 M60 Touring

South Carolina State

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

California State

Benny Hinn was popular in Virginia in the 1990s and early 2000s. Some churches chartered buses to his crusades, but some Virginians I have spoken with recently say they no longer follow Hinn.

Benny Hinn's ministry may be affected by his wife, Suzanne, filing for divorce a second time

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Ford Mustang Mach-E & Tesla Model Y: A Deep Dive into the Best Electric SUV

When researching Electric SUVs, the avalanche of numbers and technical specifications can be overwhelming. For many, it’s more helpful to hear from the people who actually...

Ford Mustang Mach-E & Tesla Model Y: A Deep Dive into the Best Electric SUV

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