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 Caitlin Moran

5 Terrible Driving Lessons I Learned from Conan, Ice Cube, and Kevin Hart*

5 Terrible Driving Lessons I Learned from Conan, Ice Cube, and Kevin Hart*

*that you should really never, ever follow ever. EVER.

When you’re first learning to drive, driving with passengers can be distracting—especially if they’re Conan O’Brien, Kevin Hart, and Ice Cube. In a recent and (unsurprisingly) hilarious  segment of Conan, a late-night television show, Conan O’Brien joined forces with the two comedians to help a member of his staff, Diana Chang, learn how to drive. Needless […]

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Ludacris Talks to Conan About his 1993 Acura Legend

Ludacris Talks to Conan About his 1993 Acura Legend

Rapper, actor, and avid bowler Ludacris stopped by Conan recently to promote the release of Furious 7 and his new album Ludaversal. During the interview, the topic of Luda’s beloved 1993 Acura Legend—which is prominently featured on the cover of Ludaversal—came up. Safe Driving: Tips on How to Change a Tire the Safe Way Having racked […]

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Sterling Archer and Conan O’Brien Drive a 1968 Mustang Fastback

Sterling Archer and Conan O’Brien Drive a 1968 Mustang Fastback

Instead of just having Sterling Archer voice actor H. Jon Benjamin promote the FX comedy Archer with a simple interview, TeamCoco put together a pretty unique segment, which aired on a recent episode of TBS’s Conan. Check out the video below, and watch as the unlikely duo of Sterling Archer and Conan O’Brien evade Russian […]

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Conan Pokes Fun at Hyundai MPG Estimates with Spoof Ad

Conan Pokes Fun at Hyundai MPG Estimates with Spoof Ad

It’s disheartening seeing the majority of Hyundai news passing through the circuit this month being about the legal scuffle with the EPA concerning Hyundai MPG estimates. Considering the Korean automaker’s a generally-solid brand with respectable products, both the consumers and the automaker feel the sting of the EPA lawsuit. Despite Ford, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz all enduring […]

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Conan Gives the World Its True Detective Lincoln Ad

Conan Gives the World Its True Detective Lincoln Ad

Based on the early reception, it seems that Lincoln’s partnership with Matthew McConaughey was a smashing idea. The first fruits of the collaboration between the automaker and the Academy Award-winner were unleashed upon the world last week to much acclaim. Many commentators noted a striking similarity between the way McConaughey talks to the camera (and, […]

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Tactile Mobility’s Software Helps Smart Cars Feel the Road

Tactile Mobility’s Software Helps Smart Cars Feel the Road

While there are quite a few autonomous vehicle startups, others exist to improve AV technologies. According to SiliconANGLE, Tactile Mobility released a new software module that lets AVs “feel” road conditions like a human, so they can operate and respond to bumps and other challenges more accurately and safely. Cadillac Tech: Meet the 2021 Escalade’s […]

 Kyle Johnson

Jay Leno’s 1968 Ford Bronco Has a Shelby GT500 V8

Jay Leno’s 1968 Ford Bronco Has a Shelby GT500 V8

On the evening of the final taping of The Tonight Show with Jay Leno (presumably the actual last taping, not the taping that was to have been his last before he horned his way back and did Conan so dirty), fellow host and actual funny person Craig Ferguson gifted the eponymous host with an old […]

 Ben Parker

Marshawn Lynch Has a New Show and it Looks Amazing

Marshawn Lynch Has a New Show and it Looks Amazing

One of the greatest things to ever happen because of NFL football was Marshawn Lynch getting drafted to the Buffalo Bills in 2007. In recent years, Lynch (also known as Beast Mode) has made quite a name for himself in the public eye. His hilarious antics have made him an endearing mascot of the NFL, […]

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UPDATE: John Cena Prepares to Kill on Carpool Karaoke

UPDATE: John Cena Prepares to Kill on Carpool Karaoke

If you haven’t heard yet, the famous Carpool Karaoke segment on The Late Late Show with James Corden is getting its own program on Apple Music TV. As Apple Music’s first original show, the intimate interview/sing-along has a lot riding on its shoulders. To help carry that heavy weight, it seems as if producers have […]

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Rap Star Ludacris Upgrades from a 1993 Acura Legend to a NSX Supercar

Rap Star Ludacris Upgrades from a 1993 Acura Legend to a NSX Supercar

Merry Ludacrismas to Me. @acura #nsx #gooddadgang @cthagod thanks for the plug! A photo posted by @ludacris on Dec 16, 2016 at 12:52pm PST Nowadays most people know actor Chris Bridges from his role as Tej Parker in the Fast and Furious movies, but back in the early 2000s he was better known as rapper […]

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2017 Acura RLX Priced at $54,450 and Goes on Sale Tomorrow, September 22

2017 Acura RLX Priced at $54,450 and Goes on Sale Tomorrow, September 22

Acura loyalists who have been anxiously awaiting the release of the 2017 RLX luxury sedan only have a few hours left to go, as the Japanese automaker has announced this car will officially go on sale tomorrow in the United States with a starting MSRP of $54,450. Just like last year’s model, the 2017 Acura […]

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5 Celebrities Who Surprisingly Own Jeep Wranglers

5 Celebrities Who Surprisingly Own Jeep Wranglers

The legendary Jeep Wrangler first made its debut in 1986 and ever since then it’s been the symbol of Jeep’s “Go Anywhere. Do Anything” attitude and spirit. The Wrangler was originally designed as the replacement for the CJ Series and has evolved into one of the most recognizable vehicles on the road today. Now in […]

 Patrick Grieve

Own a Camaro-Based Trans Am Signed by “Smokey and the Bandit” Star Burt Reynolds

Own a Camaro-Based Trans Am Signed by “Smokey and the Bandit” Star Burt Reynolds

If superspy Sterling Archer uses Google Alerts, he’s going to be unreasonably excited whenever he wakes up from his absinthe-induced slumber and sees the news that a company called Trans Am Depot is selling 77 Smokey and the Bandit-themed Firebird Trans Am cars, all of which are autographed by Burt Reynolds himself. The limited edition […]

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Kevin Hart’s Custom Jeep Wrangler is the Car of your Dreams [PHOTOS]

Kevin Hart’s Custom Jeep Wrangler is the Car of your Dreams [PHOTOS]

Comedian Kevin Hart has blown up over the last few years due to the success of his films like Ride Along, Get Hard, and Think Like a Man. As demand for his movies continues to grow, so do his paychecks, which he’s used to purchase a number of unique automobiles, including a 1966 Pontiac GTO, […]

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Best 5 Car Commercials From Super Bowl 50

Best 5 Car Commercials From Super Bowl 50

If you watched the Big Game last night, then you might have noticed it was filled with car commercials. From a simplistic ad for the 2017 Acura NSX to a slightly controversial commercial about the 2016 Toyota Prius, there was a car advertisement suitable for viewers of just about any income level. USA Today reports companies […]

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[VIDEO] Hyundai’s Super Bowl Ad Earns Laughs from Kevin Hart’s Charisma

[VIDEO] Hyundai’s Super Bowl Ad Earns Laughs from Kevin Hart’s Charisma

Like Kevin Hart, Hyundai has made a name for itself over recent years, building a loyal fan base eager for the latest material it has to offer. That’s why it’s fitting that comedian Kevin Hart is starring in one of Hyundai Motors’ four Super Bowl 50 ads running during the big game on February 7th. In […]

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US Justice Department Sues Volkswagen

US Justice Department Sues Volkswagen

In a move that surprised no one, the United States Justice Department filed a civil lawsuit against Volkswagen today for its violations of the Clean Air Act and the following cover up.* The only surprising thing is how long this legal action was coming, since the Dieselgate scandal came to light when the Environmental Protection […]

 Patrick Grieve

Acura Restores Ludacris’ 1993 Acura Legend for SEMA [VIDEO]

Acura Restores Ludacris’ 1993 Acura Legend for SEMA [VIDEO]

Chevy made some waves at the 2015 SEMA Show in Las Vegas with its 2016 Silverado 3500HD Kid Rock concept truck, a massive chrome-and-acid-washed-denim ode to the bard of Motor City. But Kid Rock wasn’t the only musical artist represented at SEMA whose relevancy peaked 15 years ago—Ludacris’ beloved 1993 Acura Legend was also in […]