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On today's podcast, we spoke with Consumer Reports about their ranking of brands that make the best used cars.Their approach is data-driven and quite interesting. But I am curious if your anecdotal experience matches up.That's not to say anecdote is data -- we know it's not. I prefer CR's data-based approach, since it will help you see the big picture.That said, some of you have had experiences that don't match up to what companies like Consumer Reports or J.D. Power or find. Others of you will

The reborn Pontiac GTO should've been a rousing success for General Motors, but alas, it wasn't.Still, it wasn't a bad car -- the failure had more to with marketing, Pontiac's overall struggles, and not making a few small adjustments to a car brought over from Down Under.If this Aussie turned American appeals to you, as it does to me, you can get your mitts on this 2006 Pontiac GTO. This Minnesota-based ride is up for sale for $27,000. It's a manual and one of only 475 produced with this build c

Sixty grand is a lot of money. These days, that sum also gets you a lot of truck from pretty much anyone you want it from. Toyota will sell you one heck of a Tacoma for that kind of money — one built for all the rigors of off-road use, overlanding, or any number of trendy outdoor activities (pickleball, anyone?). So will Chevy, and its Colorado ZR2 will functionally go anywhere anyone might need it to for around the $60,000 mark. Ford, of course, has its answer to the do-everything off-roa

Hello all, it's podcast time again! This week we discuss the best used cars,in terms of reliability, with Alex Knizek from Consumer Reports. We also discuss smart garage door openers and the NASCAR craziness at Watkins Glen.You can find us wherever you get your podcasts or by clickinghere.Thanks to Alex, Matthew, and Matt Posky for editing. And most of all, thank you for listening![Image: VerticalScope/Lexus/TTAC.com]Become a TTAC insider. Get the latest news, features, TTAC takes, and

The United States government has pulled out massive tariffs in an attempt to prevent Chinese automakers from flooding the market with cheap vehicles, but the country’s industry has found loopholes that could help it get around those actions, including manufacturing vehicles in other countries. One Senator recently proposed legislation that could block Chinese automakers from selling vehicles manufactured in other countries, evading U.S. tariffs.Florida Senator Marco Rubio said that Chinese

If you’ve ever shopped for a radar detector, you’ve probably heard the name Valentine. One of the most well-known brands in the industry just lost its founder and namesake leader. Mike D. Valentine passed away at the age of 74 at his home. Valentine’s legacy can’t be overstated. He founded the company that eventually developed the first Escort radar detectors before starting his company, and their first product, the Valentine V1, took the technology to a new level. That f

The Biden admin has alloced $3 billion for battery manufacturing projects The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced plans to allocate $3 billion toward 25 battery manufacturing projects across 14 states, as part of the Biden administration’s effort to shift the critical battery supply chain away from reliance on China.This initiative is designed to bolster domestic production of advanced batteries and materials for electric vehicles (EVs), following the adoption of new U.S. EV tax

The Grenadier is built at the former Smart factory in Hambach, France
Shortage of trim pieces means output is unlikely to resume until 2025Ineos has paused production of the Grenadier indefinitely after one of its critical suppliers hit financial difficulties.
Ineos Automotive CEO Lynn Calder told Automotive News Europe that it is unlikely to restart until “toward the end of the year or early next year” because the company has run out of a trim piece “that we can

Faulty chargers and empty charging bays in hard-to-park areas are drawing criticismWith more than 40% of UK homes lacking a driveway, lamp-post chargers are billed as the solution for drivers to refuel their EVs locally. However, could reports of failing chargers and ICE car drivers being angry at losing parking bays undermine public support for them?
In July, west London’s Hounslow Council cut off the power to a number of lamp-post chargers in Chiswick after residents reported that they h

Digital platform could cut charging costs by 50%, with prices capped at 40p per kWhA “matchmaking” service enabling electric company cars to use the spare charging capacity of other operators has been launched by the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP).
This move will plug gaps in the public networks while creating an additional source of income for owners, according to the AFP.
Electric vehicle registrations are heavily weighted to fleets in the UK, but charging

Ho Sung Song has led a dramatic brand reinvention since he took the reins in 2020Despite being vast industrial global companies, car makers can still have the impact of an individual felt.
Toyota is a great example, the premiership of the effervescent Akio Toyoda throughout the 2010s adding a previously unimaginable human side to this most corporate of car firms. 
The main figure at the heart of Kia’s rise this century was designer Peter Schreyer, who was positioned as de facto leader

Follow 129 years of motoring history, from the first public demonstration of cars in Britain to the present dayAutocar is providing free access to its digital archive, spanning 129 years of motoring history.
Sign up here and you can browse through more than 6200 magazine issues, spanning from 1895 to the present day.
We've covered everything from the first demonstration of cars in Britain (2 November 1895) to the birth of the BMC Mini (28 August 1959), the arrival of the Ford Fiesta (17 July 197

We have a story today about two of our contributors taking an epic road trip. Before I got into this business, I always loved reading about trips like this in the buff books, and I'd love to do something like what Andy and Mercedes did someday.But I don't know what car I'd pick.What about you? If you had a big road trip planned, what vehicle would you pick?You'll note that an EV was the ride of choice in the earlier story, and I initially thought about setting up this QOTD as which EV would you

We know a solid percentage of the B&B reside in an area devoid of snow, ice, and all the related frozen misery which can fall from the sky. You lot can either click away to another news item or stick around and learn a thing or two. The remaining readers should continue reading to ensure they’ve got the correct rubber underneath their rides when Old Man Winter comes knocking in the snow belt. Before getting started, alert readers will surely notice we are calling these hoops ‘win

Today we bring you a 2003 BMW 540i M Sport that's an oldie, but apparently, also a goody. There's a long list of service and repair that's been done, and mods include the shocks, a struts kit, and the radio.The seller says there's no rust and has never been in an accident. It's been summer-driven only and has a clean title with no fault codes.It is over 157K miles, though.This is a rare car, just one of 1,190 ever built.It's a Michigan-based car -- which makes the lack of rust that much more imp

In 2017, VW displayed a retro electric van concept with a retro style, harkening back to the iconic T2 Transporter or micro bus. Like any concept, there was speculation whether it’d actually get produced. In 2022 it did. Behold, the ID. Buzz … for the European. Nevertheless, North American buyers will get their turn to have an ID. Buzz later this year. But I wanted to drive one sooner, and I had just the location and route in mind. This summer, my wife, Mercedes, and I took a German

American automakers have largely ignored Chinese vehicles, as they’ve traditionally been viewed as knockoffs of existing models, but that attitude is shifting – hard. Following a recent trip to China, which involved driving locally-produced vehicles, Ford CEO Jim Farley shared his thoughts, expressing concern that Chinese automakers have progressed into an “existential threat.” Farley and Ford CFO John Lawler spoke after the drive, with Lawler noting that “these guy

While most people have gotten over the early concerns about EV ownership, like range, charging, and driving experience, one significant question doesn’t have an airtight answer: What happens to EV batteries when the vehicle is ready for the scrap heap? A handful of companies have sprung up to address that issue, and BMW recently partnered with one of the most well-known entities in the space. BMW and Redwood Materials will partner to recycle batteries from all of the automaker’s elec

We’re joined by VEV’s Mike Nakrani to discuss the benefits of electrification for commercial fleet managersWelcome to episode 15 of the Autocar Business Change Makers Podcast, produced in partnership with car subscription software platform Tomorrow’s Journey. 
Listen via Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Amazon Podcasts.
Hosted by Chris Kirby, CEO of Tomorrow’s Journey, and Felix Page, news editor at Autocar, the Autocar Business Change Makers Podcast explores how the UK&rs

Like other automakers, Volvo is questioning its commitment to a fully electric future. The Swedish company recently revealed its plans to introduce ten new and updated models over the next two years, which will include a refresh of its flagship SUV and a few EVs. Volvo plans to roll out a revised XC90 SUV and will begin sales of the all-electric EX90 at some point in the near future. Following that, we’ll see an EX60 electric crossover and an ES90 electric sedan. The automaker is also read

The modern SUV now spans the whole car market and blends a varied mix of qualities. These are our favourites
The commercial rise of the sports utility vehicle (SUV) over the past 25 years has been so vast that it has forever changed the way cars are designed.
And despite their flaws, we have to admit that the very best SUVs provide comfort and convenience, space and versatility and chunky-cornered design appeal.
The market segments have mushroomed in popularity and continue t

Image: Shutterstock // HJBC Use it or lose it, right? The decision by Stellantis to pause on new construction of a so-called Gigafactory in Italy has resulted in that country’s government deciding to use funds previously earmarked for that endeavor elsewhere.
According toreports from across the pond, the Italian government is clawing back some 200 million euros (about $220 million USD) previously planned for a project that was going to be led by Stellantis. The development in questio

An offer will be submitted to Audi parent Volkswagen Group by 23 September, according to a Belgian newspaperNio has emerged as a possible buyer of the Audi plant in Belgium, as it looks to avoid costly new EU import tariffs on Chinese-made electric cars.
An offer will be submitted to Audi parent company the Volkswagen Group by 23 September, Belgian newspaper De Tijd has reported, citing “reliable sources”.
Audi has already confirmed that it will stop producti

Follow 129 years of motoring history, from the first public demonstration of cars in Britain to the present dayAutocar is providing free access to its digital archive, spanning 129 years of motoring history.
Sign up here and you can browse through more than 6200 magazine issues, spanning from 1895 to the present day.
We've covered everything from the first demonstration of cars in Britain (2 November 1895) to the birth of the BMC Mini (28 August 1959), the arrival of the Ford Fiesta (17 July 197

MG Motor's compact SUV takes the fight to hybrid rivals on performance, value and space
Having surfed the growth wave of interest in electric cars at the beginning of this decade, MG Motor has now hedged its bets rather cleverly as private buyers have checked their enthusiasm for zero-emissions cars. The company’s success is now being propelled, believe it or not, by a second, fresh wave of EV scepticism.This year MG has replaced the aged MG 3 supermini with a hybrid successor, has introd

The Renault 5 has been spotted testing in the UK for the first time
The French brand’s first small EV, will rival the likes of the Mini Cooper Electric and Fiat 500eThe incoming Renault 5 has been spotted testing in the UK for the first time, ahead of customer deliveries beginning in the coming months.
The French brand’s first small EV, which Autocar testers are about to drive for the first time, will rival the likes of the Mini Cooper Electric and Fiat 500e. 
It is the first in

As Proton eyes a return to the UK, we revisit the tall tale of when it first arrived in 1987We recently learned that Proton is planning an exports push that will take it into right-hand-drive markets, including the UK.
Perhaps surprisingly, Proton is much more familiar here than in any country outside its homeland of Malaysia, some 140,000 of its cars having found buyers here between 1989 and 2014.
This south-east Asian nation entered a period of modernisation and economic growth after its 1963

If you find the VW Golf a bit 'straight down the middle' these classy used hatchbacks offer a strong alternativeThe usual recommendation for someone looking to buy a refined, comfortable and family-friendly used hatchback is the Volkswagen Golf.
The long-standing people’s car has been the go-to for families for years, hence why they're regularly seen on Britain's roads. But what do you buy if you don’t want the Golf?
Pleasingly there are swathes of hatchbacks available 

275 GTS cost £5973 in 1965; Roma Spider is £210k today
Roma Spider can trace its roots back 60 years to the car that revolutionised rag-top FerrarisNot good. I’ve selected first in the 275 GTS’s open gate and tried to pull away but the car won’t budge. Back into neutral, then into gear again: build revs, release clutch… Still nothing.
I feel the car’s transmission loading but its handsome Borranis will not rotate one inch. Must be something I’ve d

Chinese brand, owned by CATL, Changan and Huawei, will build right-hand-drive cars in Thailand for export to EuropeChinese EV brand Avatr – a joint venture between battery specialist CATL, car maker Changan and tech giant Huawei – is targeting a UK launch by the end of 2025.
The announcement comes as Avatr launches its first right-hand drive model, the BMW X5-sized 11 SUV, in Thailand, where it will be made at a new Changan factory.
Brand president Chen Zhuo

Model Ys are said to be piling up at Southampton docks
The Model Y can be had on lease for £299 per month as the brand gears up for a strong end-of-quarter pushSeptember could be on course to be a record month for electric car sales in the UK after manufacturers, led by Tesla, increased the attractiveness of finance offers.
Car makers are scrambling to hit the target set by the zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) mandate that calls for 22% of new car sales to be electric this year. Some flexi

It seems Dodge might bring back the Stealth name and slap it on a SUV to replace the Durango.As a child of the '90s and someone who believes that words matter, at least some of the time, when it comes to car names, I don't love this. The name "Stealth" just sounds like a sports-car name.Also, as an aside, why not keep Durango? It sounds very SUV-like and has been around long enough to build up name recognition.Ahem. I suspect if Dodge does do this, other OEMs, especially those based in southeast

Few 20-year-old cars with 200K miles on the odometer could make me take notice. This 2004 Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG is one of them. The seller says it has been, until recently, a daily driver and that the paint and interior are "flawless". Apparently it has been stored indoors since being discontinued as a daily.One yellow/red flag is that the car has been in an accident and carries a salvage title, though the seller says all repairs were done "professionally."The car has been repainted a different

In this day and age, it isn’t uncommon for brands to shelve a manual transmission option when the new model year rolls around, especially if the take rate isn’t overly high. Jeep has done just that with the Gladiator for 2025 – while making a close cousin only available with a manual for the same model year.That’s right. Cropping up on the spec sheet for Wrangler in 2025 is the realization that its venerable 3.6L Pentastar V6 engine will be paired exclusively wi

Today I have a 2025 Toyota Camry XLE AWD in my driveway. This one is the top-trim available if you're buying a hybrid Camry. Of course, buying a hybrid Camry is now the ONLY way to get a Camry. That's right, all Camrys come with a hybrid powertrain that pairs a 2.5-liter four-cylinder with three electric motors (two in the front, one in the rear) for 232 system horsepower (when all-wheel drive is selected) and mates to a continously-variable automatic transmission.The styling is redone inside an

Dodge has two electrified pickups on the horizon – one EV and another with a range-extending gas engine. The automaker’s CEOrecently confirmed a rough release date for the fully electric Ram 1500 REV and the range-extended Ramcharger, and the waits for hopeful buyers won’t be too much longer. Ram CEO Christine Feuell said the REV would arrive early next year and noted that the Ramcharger would arrive later with a gas engine under its hood. Ram global head of operations, Bob Bro

Following Ford’s announcement that it would join Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS), General Motors jumped on board. The automaker recently made good on that promise, offering adapters to owners that allow access to Tesla Superchargers, but the older, discontinued Chevy Boltneeds a little more help to charge on the standard. GM technology spokesperson Sanaz Marbley told InsideEVs, “Bolt owners will have access but will require an update at the dealer. Those custome

Everyone bellyaching about wanting a return of the Mitsubishi 3000GT or Dodge Stealth may get what they want, but not how they want it. Recent reports suggest that the Stealth nameplate could return, though it won’t be on a sleek sports coupe.Dodge is reportedly planning to revive the Stealth as an SUV replacement for the Durango in 2027, dashing hopes of a more exciting vehicle.Sam Fiorani from AutoForecast Solutions told Automotive News Canada that Dodge would roll out the Stealth after

Image: Porsche Porsche is working on an innovative engine concept that could bring significant gains in efficiency and power density.First discovered by our sister site,AutoGuide, Porsche has filed a patent application (Appl. No. 18/585,308) with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), developed in collaboration with the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca in Romania. This patent outlines a unique "two times three strokes" engine design that could potentially revolutionize intern

Maxus eTerron 9's 102kWh battery can be charged at rates of up to 115kW
New Maxus eTerron 9 gets 435bhp from dual motors and 267 miles of range from 102kWh battery; will beat key rivals to marketMG sibling brand Maxus has revealed a four-wheel-drive electric pick-up truck – the first of its kind available in the UK.
Named the eTerron 9, it succeeds the Maxus T90EV, which was the UK's first electric pick-up but rear-driven only.
It's slightly larger than the&nb

Camouflage disguises new LED light bar just below the bonnet
Alpine's second electric car reveals its shape and size as it enters advanced on-road testsThe Alpine A390 will arrive next year as the spearhead of the French brand’s ambitious plan to rival the likes of Porsche with a range of luxurious electric cars.
It will be shown in A390 Beta concept form at next month’s Paris motor show, but the production version has now been spotted testing on public roads.
New images of

Hits of aqua blue reference Mercedes' F1 sponsor Petronas
Motorsport Collectors Edition gets racing livery plus a host of optional kit as standardMercedes-AMG has unveiled a Formula 1-inspired version of the new GT.
Based on the track-focused AMG GT 63 Pro, its livery replicates that worn by the brand’s W14 and W15 F1 cars, from the 2023 and 2024 seasons respectively. It comprises Obsidian Black metallic paint, hand-painted Mercedes stars and contrasting stripes in title sponsor Petronas&r

Hits of aqua-blue reference Mercedes' F1 sponsor Petronas
Motorsport Collectors Edition gets racing livery plus a whole host of optional kitMercedes-AMG has unveiled a Formula 1-inspired version of the new GT.
Based on the track-focused AMG GT 63 Pro, its livery replicates that worn by the brand’s W14 and W15 F1 cars. It comprises Obsidian Black metallic paint, hand-painted Mercedes stars and contrasting stripes in title sponsor Petronas’s corporate colour.
Those hits of the petroche

Volkswagen Golf R rival is currently on sale in North America and Japan with 300bhpToyota looks to be readying its GR Corolla hot hatchback for a European launch as prototypes begin testing at the Nürburgring.
Hot hatch fans have long called for Toyota to bring the Gazoo Racing variant of the Corolla to Europe. The standard car is the Japanese brand’s third biggest seller in the region, behind the Yaris and Yaris Cross.
Toyota's performance division perfo

New Lotus Theory concept revealed, Aston Martin Vantage road test, farewell to the Jaguar I-PaceIn this week's issue, we reveal the radical Lotus Theory concept, drive the lightest sports car we’ve ever tested and wave goodbye to the Jaguar I-Pace.
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Lotus has unveiled the striking Lotus Theory 1 concept, a three-seat, 986bhp supercar designed to evoke the spirit of the Esprit as a brand-building performance showcase that will be a “blueprint” for all of the firm’s fut

Prior and Cropley talk the Grand Tour, Vauxhall Fronteras, racing Suzuki Swifts, special edition Morgans, having toast by a Duesenberg and much more
This week your hosts Matt Prior and Steve Cropley catch up properly after a hectic few weeks by talking Morgan special editions, how the Vauxhall Frontera isn't a classic, the best-of-the-best concours, the end of the The Grand Tour, spotting one's old Ferrari, buying a Caterham, the new Toyota Prius and much more besides, including lots of your cor

The lightest electric car in the world is a beach buggy you've probably never heard of, made in the English Midlands“Imagine a beach buggy with all of the flaws taken out.” That’s how Robin Hall, the man behind an all-new instalment in the UK cottage industry’s fascinating line of lightweight sports cars, introduces what he hails as the lightest M1-class (as in, neither a microcar nor a ‘heavy quadricycle’, but a proper passenger car) electric vehicle in the

We took some time this morning to show you what new Apple CarPlay features await iOS users as iOS 18 launches.I am wondering, though, what features would you like to see Apple add (or Android Auto, for you Droid users out there)?I, for one, would love it if I could set things up so that if I am sitting in a drive-thru and decide to scroll social media, the radio doesn't get overtaken by an autoplay video.I'd also love it if the battery charge icon doesn't get covered by the "Driving" icon, as ha

Today we bring you a 1987 Jeep Wrangler YJ Sport. This one appears ready to go muddin' and it has a Warn winch, 4-inch lift, and 33-inch tires. There's a selectable locker and over-axle steering kit.Underhood is a 6.2-liter mill with two-barrel carburetor. It has four-wheel disc brakes and a rebuilt transfer case.It has a soft top and bikini top.I am just scratching the surface here, there's more -- I am saving it for the click-through for the sake of brevity.Should you want to know more about t

The United Automobile Workers(UAW)is presently beefing with Stellantis leadership and has yet to let up. On Monday, the union filed federal unfair labor practice charges with the National Labor Relations Board over claims that the automaker has refused to provide information regarding product commitments outlined in the 2023 collective bargaining agreement. The UAW is concerned that Stellantis will attempt to move Dodge Durango production out of the United States — which it says would als