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Ford Mustang Is World's Bestselling Sports Car of the Last 10 Years
Photo: Ford It’s April 17, which means the Ford Mustang is officially celebrating 59 years of kicking ass and taking names. Ford’s got plenty to celebrate these days with the seventh-gen ‘stang on the horizon and the all-electric Mustang Mach-E helping make the Blue Oval America’s No. 2 EV brand. But then, it’s had a…
Austrian Manufacturer Magna-Steyr to Build BMW-Toyota Sports Car
The Toyota FT-1 Concept the next Supra could be based on. The Toyota Supra is one of the most beloved cars in Toyota history and gossip surrounding it has yet to cease since it went out of production in 2002. In fact, the rumors have only grown since 2012, the year Toyota and BMW announced…
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The MR2 was a mid-engine, rear-wheel drive, two-seater sports car, which makes a partnership with Lotus or Porsche seem like a good fit… At the end of the day, this is not a case of the Toyota GR Supra and BMW Z4… The only problem with the 86 is not the 86 itself, but the…
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With a starting price of $35,900, the GR Corolla is a strong competitor to cars like the Subaru WRX STI, Honda Civic Type R, and Volkswagen Golf R… The Chevy Corvette offers a range of power and a style that… Sports cars may seem like an expensive and impractical pick for most… The Bend is…
Toyota’s Third Sports Car ‘Brother’ Will Probably Be More Expensive Than the 86
Photo: Toyota Two years ago to the day, Toyota hinted at a sports car lineup of “three brothers” that would be comprised of the Toyota 86, the new Supra, and an as-yet unannounced third sports car. However, while many had expected a smaller, more affordable car than the 86, Toyota Gazoo Racing chief Tetsuya Tada…
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Even if you’re not a car person, chances are you’re familiar with… Some cars boast sticker prices that do not accurately reflect their value,… The market is flooded with options for a sharp-looking sports car, but…
Mazda Releases Teaser Image of RX-esque Sports Car Concept
In addition to its normal guests and vehicles, the Tokyo Motor Show will have one special car in attendance, and we don’t even know what it is yet. Late on September 29th, Mazda released the following teaser image: Unfortunately, yes, it is tiny This will be Mazda’s newest sports car concept model, with a design…
Toyota ‘Baby 86’ Sports Car Could Beat Next Supra to Production
The Scion FR-S (Toyota GT86) could soon have a smaller sibling When you think of a Toyota sports car, chances are you think about the Supra, especially with the amount of speculation that’s been going around recently about the possible reemergence of the iconic sports car. But let’s not forget that Toyota already makes a…
Maserati Alfieri is an Electric Sports Car That Does 0-60 in 2 Seconds
After several delays and more than four years since Maserati unveiled the beautiful Alfieri concept at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show, the automaker has confirmed it is working on bringing the flagship sports car to the streets. Maserati says the Alfieri will be one of four electrified vehicles it intends to offer by 2022, including…
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7 Exotic Sports Cars Driven by Celebrities
Photo: Porsche Exotic sports cars are the ultimate icons of speed, style, and money. These vehicles often ignore fuel economy in favor of raw muscle and aesthetics. Designed and built using cutting-edge tech, sports cars are either made to order or manufactured as a limited edition. Because of these factors, the price tag for an…
[PHOTOS] Hyundai Debuts Mid-Engine RM19 Sports Car
Photo: Hyundai With its new RM19 Racing Midship sports car protoype, Hyundai is making an aggressive move toward even higher performance for its N brand vehicles. Unveiled last month at AutoMobility LA, the RM19’s “Racing Midship” design features a modified mid-engine configuration. Equipped with this high-tech layout, the RM19 delivers vastly improved balance, grip, and…
Mazda Miata Named One of Best Daily Driver Sports Cars
Photo: Mazda Sports cars may seem like an expensive and impractical pick for most drivers. However, in a recent roundup of the segment, HotCars named the Mazda Miata as one of best daily driver sports cars. Here’s why this classic roadster made the shortlist. Show Off Your Style on Your Daily Commute: Customize your Miata…
Toyota Hints at MR2 Successor and 'Three Brothers' Sports Car Lineup
Photo: Little Pixel Are you ready for some more Toyota sports car rumors? At this time last year, the rumor mill was churning at full speed with countless speculations of an upcoming Toyota Supra successor. Now we know pretty much for sure that it’s coming, but Toyota apparently doesn’t want the mill to stop, as…
Ford Mustang was the Bestselling Sports Car of 2019
The Shelby GT500 is a major reason why the Mustang was the best-selling sports car in 2019 Photo: Ford Death, taxes, the Ford Mustang outselling every other sports coupe on planet Earth. As certain as the rising sun (though these days, maybe it’s not so safe to take something like that for granted), the Ford…
Digital Trends Compiles List of 10 Best Used Sports Cars Under $20K
The 2011 Chevy Camaro is one of Stephen Edelstein’s 10 best used sports cars under $20K. Most gearheads love to get behind the wheel of something on the wild side, yet not all of us can afford to shell out the big bucks to do so. While many elitists might scoff at the idea of…
2014 Corvette Stingray Most Efficient Sports Car
When we first told you about the 2014 Chevy Corvette Stingray early last month, the focus was placed solely on the performance aspect of the legendary sports car, and rightfully so; the Stingray’s V8 engine pumps out 455 horsepower and 460 lb.-ft. of torque. Today, however, the spotlight is switching to the 2014 Corvette’s surprising…
Consumer Reports Dubs the Camaro a Reliable Used Sports Car
This classy sports car has never been more affordable Photo: Chevrolet For auto enthusiasts who want the fun of a sports car without the price tag of the Corvette, the Chevrolet Camaro has always been an accessible alternative. The stylish vehicle remains a sophisticated option for drivers who want to save money while still enjoying…
Sebring MX Sports V8 luxury used car for sale at dealership
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10 Most Mind-Blowing Celebrity Cars of 2016
The year 2016 was an awful one in many ways, but it was fairly notable when it comes to celebrities and their exotic cars. From rap legend Snoop Dogg honoring retired NBA player Kobe Bryant with a custom 1967 Pontiac Parisienne, to NFL quarterback Cam Newton adding gold-plating to his 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Cutlass, this…
Ford Mustang Finally Going Racing in NASCAR Monster Energy Cup Series in 2019
There’s perhaps no vehicle more associated with high-octane performance and speed than the Ford Mustang, which might make it all the more confusing when you turn on a NASCAR race and don’t see the original pony car prowling the track. Well, come February 2019, that’s set to change. Ford took the opportunity of National Mustang…
Ford Maverick Under-Seat Storage Made for Sweaty Sports Gear (Literally)
The 2022 Ford Maverick’s under-seat storage bin has been called a “sweat box” — in a good way! Photo: Ford Picture this scenario: Emboldened by the long-awaited return of CM Punk to professional wrestling, you decide that you too are ready to return to the squared circle. So you break out your old gear —…
Infographic: The History of NASCAR
This month, we will celebrate the 67th anniversary of one of the most popular sports in the United States: NASCAR. From its humble beginnings to its wide appeal today, NASCAR has a rich history that’s 100% American. If you’ve ever wanted to learn more about the sport’s roots, you’re in luck! To celebrate NASCAR’s anniversary,…
Ford Cologne Electric Vehicle Center Opens, Will Be Carbon Neutral
Ford opened its Cologne Electric Vehicle Center in June Photo: Ford Ford took another significant step toward an all-electric future this month with the grand opening of the Cologne Electric Vehicle Center. The production facility in Germany will be the primary production hub for Ford EVs in Europe, operating at a maximum capacity of more…
Cars That Get the Most Speeding Tickets
2022 Hyundai Veloster N at the track, where is where you should be doing your speeding. Photo: Hyundai Most people have heard that certain car colors, such as red, can raise insurance premiums because they are more eye-catching and associated with speed. But how does the car model you drive affect the likelihood of getting…
Getaway Driver Review: A Rousing Homage to Cinematic Car Chases
Photo: The News Wheel The vast majority of automotive-themed board games fall under one of two categories: Either they’re motorsports races or they simulate the economics of vehicle manufacturing. Even with the abundance of inventive games being produced in this golden age, rarely does a title tackle automobiles from any other angle. Designer Jeff Beck…
Steven Tyler and Dale Earnhardt Jr. Help Sell Cars for Charity at Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction
Is everyone taking pictures of Steven Tyler or the car? At an event like the 46th Annual Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction, you might expect to see a large crowd of classic car enthusiasts. However, you might be surprised to hear that the classic car auction attracts numerous celebrities as well. Everyone from Michael Phelps to Justin Bieber…
NASCAR Recap: Dale Earnhardt Jr. Eliminated From NASCAR Playoffs
Fans of Dale Earnhardt Jr. will have to wait another year for the chance at a title Photo: Robert Mathers When the final restart of the race was called off before driver Joey Logano made it to the starting line because cars were wrecking, the driver cried foul, implying that NASCAR only made that call to give…
NASCAR Recap: Dale Earnhardt Jr. Declared Winner at Phoenix
Dale Earnhardt Jr. won his third race of the 2015 season with his victory at Phoenix Photo: James Marvin Phelps Chevy driver Dale Earnhardt Jr. won Sunday’s race at Phoenix International Raceway, after NASCAR officials were forced to call the race early because of heavy rain. The start of the race was delayed for approximately…
Dale Earnhardt Jr. Bringing Favorite Car to Talladega
Photo: Facebook.com/HendrickMotorsports Tomorrow’s Campingworld.com 500 Sprint Cup Race at Talladega Superspeedway is a pretty big deal. It’s the last race in the Contender Round of the Chase for the Sprint Cup, and only eight drivers will advance to the Eliminator Round. After analyzing the possible points to be earned, it’s clear that Dale Earnhardt Jr. needs…
Cartoon Car Spotlight: Creepy 'Turbo Teen' TV Show Should Stay Buried in the '80s
Turbo Teen is much more sinister than it first appears Photo: Ruby-Spears Productions Admittedly, I’m a big fan of obscure, oft-forgotten cartoons from childhood. I still think Cadillacs & Dinosaurs was criminally underrated and deserves a live-action reboot (it’d be far better than the recent Transformers and Jurassic World movies). But there are some old…
Who Owns Which Car Brands?
Photo: 2023 Toyota Crown Branding, especially in the United States, is everything. Most people aren’t familiar with the specs, features, and price of any given car by simply looking at it on the street. Often, the top marker of a vehicle’s value is its badge. Consequently, when customers buy an expensive luxury ride and wish…
Cars you Didn't Know Were in 'Apollo 13'
Photo: Steve Jurveston via Flikr There’s a strong argument to be made that the most iconic vehicle in any movie about the Apollo Space Program should be some variant of the Saturn V rocket. Then again, that brings up the larger conversation about whether spacecraft should be qualified as vehicles. Regardless of where you come…
Ford Mustang NASCAR Cup Race Car Revealed Ahead of Daytona 500 Debut
Ford Mustang NASCAR Cup race car revealed, set to make on-track debut at Dayton 500 It’s been a long time coming, and now, the Ford Mustang is ready to chase the Cup. Ford has revealed the Mustang NASCAR Cup race car ahead of its debut in the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series in 2019. This…
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To stir up excitement about the next generation of the popular Elantra… Hyundai’s striving to appeal to all types of sports fans through its… Looking for a new car this summer? Before you go browsing the… THIS GIVEAWAY HAS CLOSED If you’re a fan of feminine topics and news… Much like Edward Cullen, Twilight just won’t…
Review: Audew Portable Air Compressor Inflates Your Car’s Tires on the Go
Photo: The News Wheel A car’s tires slowly lose air as the seasons change and time passes, and it’s important to keep those tires properly inflated for safety and efficiency reasons. A portable air compressor is a valuable tool to have in those situations — or when you have a roadside emergency out-of-state. Digital tire…
Rallyman GT Review: An Adrenaline Rush of Dice-Rolling & Car Racing
Photo: The News Wheel When it comes to the most esteemed motorsports board games, Rallyman is near the top of the list. Unfortunately, not many people have gotten to play the game because its original 2009 release immediately sold out, and it’s been hard to obtain ever since. The result was an ongoing demand for…
Monster Energy is the New Sponsor of NASCAR
Could Monster Energy help bring a younger audience to the NASCAR Cup Series? Photo: © Royal Broil There isn’t much of an offseason for the NASCAR Cup Series. It was only about a month ago that Chevy driver Jimmie Johnson earned the seventh championship of his career, tying NASCAR greats Richard Petty and Dale Earnhardt…
World Cup of Cars: Netherlands vs. Chile
We’re entering the last few days of group stages, and we already know a few countries that won’t be making it to the playoffs (cough… England… cough). But although some of the teams we cover will be heading home this week, we still need to determine the winners of our World Cup of Cars matches,…
10 Classy Celebrities Who Drive Classic Cars
Many celebrities are infamous for squandering their riches on the most outrageous, ostentatious vehicles simply to be noticed. Thankfully, there are some celebrities who put their money toward a true appreciation for automobiles by investing in and preserving classic cars. Here are 10 such celebrities who can often be seen driving their classic cars around town. Do…
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World Cup of Cars: Netherlands vs. Mexico
In the second match of the day, and the fourth match in the Round of 16, the Netherlands will take on Mexico at Estadio Castelao in Fortaleza, Brazil. The Netherlands has so far has an impressive World Cup, beating reigning champions Spain 5-1 in their very first match, and then going on to defeat Australia…
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Good luck following your dad’s advice to always buy low-mileage, good-condition used… The automotive market is packed with options, but every car basically serves… Celebrities are known for doing weird and wacky things in the extreme;… How many times have we heard the same story of an elite…
What's the History of the Car Antenna Topper?
Ever wonder how these things started? Photo: smysnbrg via CC Fads come and go, and that truth applies to cars too. As technology improves and style changes, vehicles change with the times–and I’m not just talking about old woodies or blowers. For decades, many people topped their metal car antenna rods with novelty items what swayed back and…
10 Safest New Cars For 2016
The IIHS is a nonprofit scientific organization with the goal of saving lives. Photo: Michael Noirot The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has completed its summer tests and has awarded ten new vehicles with the distinction of either being a Top Safety Pick or Top Safety Pick Plus. The IIHS tests vehicles on the level…
4 Car and Transportation Museums in Washington State
Washington State is famous as being the home state of Starbucks, Bill Gates, and wild scenery. It’s also home to one of America’s largest car museums, as well as some lesser-known options that will appeal to car enthusiasts. 1949 Buick Super Dynaflow at LeMay – America’s Car Museum Photo: Jim Culp Anyone who calls themselves…
10 Electrifying Romance Novels for Car Lovers
Sometimes, you’re in the mood for romance; other times, you’re interested in exciting car races. When you’re in the mood for both, pick up one of these entertaining romantic novels that blend automotive allure with combustible chemistry. Are You Driving a Dirty Car? Polishing it up is a breeze with these cleaning hacks 10 High-Octane Romance…
