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Since the widespread adoption of automatic transmissions, manuals have mostly been associated with performance cars. Slapping through the gears while winding out the engine is a thrilling experience, and nothing launches a 426 Street Hemi off the line like a four-speed. Now that trucks have become daily drivers and even luxury vehicles, they mostly have automatics, but manual transmissions used to be the standard in pickups.

The Only American-Built Pickup Truck With A Manual Transmission

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When most mid-size trucks were discontinued, the Toyota Tacoma and Nissan Frontier kept the magic alive. 
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2 Japanese trucks saved the market when American models got the axe

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The naturally aspirated V8 sports car segment was once home to several manufacturers, from Mercedes to BMW, just over a decade ago. Now the segment has all but vanished, with the Ford Mustang GT Dark Horse and Chevrolet Corvette Stingray being the final bastions of a once great subspecies of cars. The common reason for the en masse exodus from the segment is that many automakers moved to turbocharging or supercharging to further the performance standards of their vehicles, and Americans seemingly falling out of love with the segment.

There Are Only Two Naturally Aspirated V8 Sports Cars Left In America

Chrysler, once a titan of American automotive manufacturing, has fallen on hard times under Stellantis ownership. The brand’s dramatic decline is most evident in its product lineup, now reduced to a solitary model: the Pacifica minivan. This stands in stark contrast to the brand’s former glory days, exemplified by...

Chrysler’s Decline Under Stellantis: From a Dominant American Brand to a Struggling Automaker Facing an Uncertain Future

Cars have only gotten more expensive, and finding a good sedan that fits into your budget can be difficult. With the average price of a new car well over $40,000, shoppers searching for a vehicle that’s affordable and easy to pay for might not find what they want. Still, you can find some reliable used cars that suit your budget without breaking the bank.

10 Most Reliable Used Cars Under $10,000

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Lewiston, ME

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Editor’s note: This story contains references to suicide. When a bill to strengthen Maine’s yellow flag law went into effect earlier this month, Sagadahoc County Sheriff Joel Merry said he felt a sense of relief.

Law enforcement officers can now get a warrant to take someone into protective custody

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‘This is a game changer.’ Ordering off the kid’s menu comes with a certain set of expectations. Small portions, lower prices—possibly an age restriction—but generally, nothing too off-base as far as ordering food.

‘For $6, who cares?’: Applebee’s customer shocked after ordering both adult and kids’ cheeseburgers

The automotive world is mourning the loss of a legendary powertrain. General Motors has confirmed the impending retirement of its celebrated 3.0-liter inline-six Duramax diesel engine. Renowned for its exceptional torque delivery, commendable fuel efficiency, and formidable towing capacity, the Duramax has been a cornerstone of GM’s full-size SUV lineup.

End of an Era: General Motors Retires Iconic Duramax Diesel Engine Amid Stricter Emissions Regulations

Burnouts are polarizing. Some folks love them, while others see them as a way to waste money, rubber, and time, as well as a clean pavement in some cases. We tend to fall into the group that enjoys them. That's why we've brought you this video from the folks at rally school Team O'Neil.

How to do a burnout with an automatic transmission

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Toyota didn't need to fix the Camry. It's been the best-selling sedan in America for more than a decade and is on pace for another stellar year. But even a vehicle as popular as the Camry deserves an update now and then. Thankfully, Toyota maintained the formula. The 2025 Toyota...

The Toyota Camry Is Still King


The NHTSA published a recall involving more than 30,000 2023-2025 Toyota models.
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23 different Toyota models recalled, but this one isn’t Toyota’s fault

Honda has long been known for producing some of the most reliable and fuel-efficient vehicles in the market. And while Honda has been stepping up its game by making its cars more luxurious over the years, buyers have always had to turn to Acura for their luxury fix. Acura is Honda's luxury division, after all.

The Honda With More Luxury Than A Lexus... And It's Not An Acura

Ever since the Toyota GR Supra first appeared five years ago, there’s been one fact that’s been used to consistently criticise it: “Oh, it’s just a BMW.” That’s despite the facts that a) it was never going to get a 2JZ because that engine’s been out of production for nearly 20 years, b) there would have been no economic case for the Z4 and Supra to exist at all without them being twins, and c) since when has a rear-wheel drive sports car with a BMW straight-six been a bad thing?

Manhart Has Made The Toyota Supra We Wanted All Along

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Crisp County, GA

Daily Coffee Press

On Wednesday, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation announced the arrest of 24 individuals following Operation Shyne Down. The GBI and other agencies served a total of 120 warrants on the suspects involved in the investigation, which targeted the criminal street gang G-Shyne Bloods and their involvement in criminal activities in Crisp County, Georgia.

Operation Results in More than 20 Charged with Gang Offenses, RICO, and more

Over the last few years, Infiniti has been in the doldrums, with traditional rivals - and newcomers such as Genesis - surpassing the brand in the desirability stakes. But that's all about to change. First, the 2025 QX80 was launched, and it will soon be followed by an array of new models, including a Lexus RX model and a small electrified crossover, reports Automotive News .

Infiniti's Great Comeback Includes New QX65 And An Electrified Crossover

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The Pontiac GT-37 may not ring a bell like its legendary GTO platform-mate, nor did it make our list of the 10 most sought-after Pontiac cars to enter production. In hindsight, the GT-37 should be in the pantheon of the muscle car greats for offering value-packed performance. Pontiac introduced the...

What Years Did Pontiac Make The GT-37 & How Much Horsepower Did It Have?

According to officials with the Southern District of Georgia, two recently unsealed federal indictments have charged 23 defendants in a series of broad conspiracies involving the use of drones to smuggle methamphetamine, marijuana, and cell phones into state prisons in Georgia.

23 Defendants Charged in Federal Indictments for Drone-Smuggling Drug Operation in Georgia

South Carolina State

Los Angeles County, CA

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In 1981, pop-music sensation Andy Gibb was at the top of the charts. The younger brother of Barry, Robin, and Maurice, a.k.a. The Bee Gees, commenced a tumultuous romance with actress Victoria Principle, who played Pam Ewing on Dallas, TV's then-Number 1 prime-time series. But after the relationship ended, Andy's life, already challenged by substance abuse, did as well. This is their tragic story.

The Tragic Death of Pop Star Andy Gibb & His Traumatic Romance with 'Dallas' Star Victoria Principle

Growing up in the ’90s, the Integra Type R was a car many of us dreamed of owning. I remember when one of the rich kids we knew in town rolled up to the garage in a 1997 Type R, and while we were swapping a B18 into a Civic hatchback, everyone had to stop and look at it.

Daily Driver: 2024 Acura Integra Type S

The T-56 six-speed manual transmission has had a very interesting history. Originally made by BorgWarner and appearing first in the 1992 Dodge Viper with its special V10 engine, the T-56 showed up next in GM's 1993 Firebird Trans Am and Camaro Z28 F-body pony cars — as an antidote to problems with the existing T-5 five-speed. The T-5 was small and easy to package in a variety of vehicles, but it was torque-limited to 330 lb-ft at a time when a new horsepower war was getting started in Detroit. The new T-56 six-speed was the solution, with its ability to handle 450 lb-ft of torque without any issues.

All About The T-56 Six-Speed Manual Transmission (And Which Cars Use It)

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There Is Only One Japanese Pickup Truck Left In America With A Manual Transmission

Manual transmissions are slowly being phased out. While there are still a few models out there that offer the six-speed manual gearbox, they are becoming harder...

There Is Only One Japanese Pickup Truck Left In America With A Manual Transmission

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