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Aston Martin Said No to Plug-In Hybrids Because 440 Pounds Of Battery Is A Crime Against Agility
Not so long ago, as electrification started to take hold, enthusiasts may have been more than a little worried about Aston Martin's V8s and V12s. But while the writing seemed to be on the wall, times changed and internal combustion turned out to have a future after all. And as it transpires, Aston has some significant plans for those heavyweight engines and intends to keep them compliant through 2035.
This Brand-New Full-Size 5.7 V8 Truck Is So Cheap That It Competes With The Toyota Tacoma
Full-size trucks are an important part of the US market, but as it turns out, not any old truck will do. Buyers today tend to turn up their noses at basic trims and seem perfectly ready to pay for something higher up the range. So, while many full-size pickups now tend to be increasingly luxurious and expensive, genuinely basic full-size work trucks have moved into an interesting position.
Bugatti Built A 1,800-HP V16 Hypercar, Then Added A Kill Switch That Deletes 800 Horses
Bugatti gives its pure enthusiast customers an intriguing proposition when presenting its new hypercar, which comes with three electric motors. It suggests that if these enthusiasts don't like the idea of electric propulsion at all, they can simply switch the motors off. The Tourbillon does produce 1,800 hp when everything is whirring along nicely but still manages a healthy 1,000 hp with pure combustion alone.
7.0 V8, Stripped Out Interior, Built For Quarter Miles: The One Chevy Impala You'll Never Be Able To Buy
Some factory specials are rare. The 1963 Chevrolet Impala Z11 is something else entirely — a purpose-built drag-strip weapon produced in such tiny numbers that most collectors will never even see one in person, let alone have a shot at owning it. Built during a moment when GM officially wanted nothing to do with motorsport, the Z11 was Chevy's open secret: a stripped, fire-breathing Impala engineered to humiliate Ford and Chrysler at the quarter mile.
Why GM’s 6.6-Liter Duramax Diesel Can Cross 1,000,000 Miles On The Original Internals
Skeptics love to argue that modern heavy-duty trucks are too complicated to last. Between high-pressure common-rail fuel systems, diesel particulate filters, selective catalytic reduction, and layers of electronics that would have seemed like science fiction two decades ago, there is no shortage of ammunition for that argument.
Only One SUV Has Been Able To Do Sporty And Hardcore Off-Roading In One Package Original
SUVs as a concept typically promise utility and at least some capability to venture down a trail. Some of them will also do the “sport” element some justice and occasionally have enough performance to keep up with some proper sports cars. But few SUVs really nail both of those objectives as, in many cases, one activity tends to compromise the other. However, Porsche came closer than almost any other OEM with its first-generation Cayenne.
Hyundai's 3.3T V6 Formula: 365 HP, 376 LB-FT Of Torque, And Zero German Luxury Repair Bills
Few performance engines sneak up on the enthusiast world quite like the Hyundai Motor Group's 3.3-liter twin-turbo V6. While the spotlight has long belonged to BMW's S58, Mercedes-AMG's hand-built fours, and Porsche's flat-sixes, a quietly brilliant powerplant from South Korea has been doing serious work in the background — and the cars it powered are now sitting at used-car prices that look increasingly difficult to justify ignoring.
700-HP, Luxury Badge, Twin-Turbo V8: The Ultimate Go-Faster SUV Is Officially Cheaper Than A New Escalade-V
Someone who buys an almost $300,000 performance SUV must be aware of what depreciation could do to their investment. The brutal reality is that if part of that check could involve a significant number of upgrades or personalization, taking the cost even higher. However, depreciation is likely to be even more brutal than it might otherwise be on a vehicle like this.
700-HP, Luxury Badge, Twin-Turbo V8: The Ultimate Go-Faster SUV Is Officially Cheaper Than A New Escalade-V
Someone who buys an almost $300,000 performance SUV must be aware of what depreciation could do to their investment. The brutal reality is that if part of that check could involve a significant number of upgrades or personalization, taking the cost even higher. However, depreciation is likely to be even more brutal than it might otherwise be on a vehicle like this.
The 2JZ-Powered Toyota Sedan America Was Never Allowed To Have
Japan has one of the most exciting car markets in the world and American buyers often look across the Pacific in envy at some of its outrageous creations. One car in particular stood out as a real sleeper, the Toyota Chaser Tourer V, which is a rear-wheel-drive sports sedan with the legendary 1JZ-GE engine within. This was a forbidden fruit for Americans for many years, but it's now fully legal to bring one into the country, due to the 25-year rule.
The First-Gen Subaru Crosstrek Is A Manual AWD Flat-Four Bargain
Subaru championed all-wheel drive traction way before it became fashionable across the board, and people looking for some real all-wheel drive legitimacy with solid engineering and daily driver comfort often look back into Subaru territory for some used car inspiration.
How Genesis Designed Interior Craftsmanship That Competes With Brands Like Bentley
Since the brand first appeared in the United States, Genesis has become quite adept at punching above its weight. The marque has turned out a variety of vehicles to critical acclaim and has been particularly successful at creating standout luxury interiors. Its designs, which have drawn comparisons with heavyweights like the Bentley Bentayga or Rolls-Royce Cullinan, involve particular attention to detail.
This Volvo Off-Roader Has Factory Portal Axles, And Makes The Bronco Raptor Look Like A Low-Rider
For many off-road enthusiasts, a Ford Bronco Raptor would represent a serious investment. It has plenty of off-road hardware, some serious suspension beneath it, and 13.1 inches of ground clearance. But for those who really get serious about testing terrain, a strange Volvo military truck from the mid-1970s could be better.
This Volvo Off-Roader Has Factory Portal Axles, And Makes The Bronco Raptor Look Like A Low-Rider
For many off-road enthusiasts, a Ford Bronco Raptor would represent a serious investment. It has plenty of off-road hardware, some serious suspension beneath it, and 13.1 inches of ground clearance. But for those who really get serious about testing terrain, a strange Volvo military truck from the mid-1970s could be better. This Volvo C303 has around 15 inches of ground clearance and factory-fitted portal axles, and it certainly doesn't cost Bronco Raptor money.
Outruns V8s, Sips Diesel, Easy To Tune: The Twin-Turbo BMW 335d Is The Ultimate Highway Cruiser
People wouldn't normally put their money on a turbodiesel inline-six engine in a traffic light drag race against a powerful V8, but if they saw BMW's 335d from the late 2000s, they might yet be tempted. Its engine had tremendous low-speed shove, with a thumping amount of torque and the ability to get to 60 mph in about six seconds. Meanwhile, the same car also had very favorable fuel economy and could return up to 40 mpg in certain situations.
A Chevrolet Bolt At 470,000 Miles: How Does It Hold Up?
Two hundred thousand miles is a lot for any car, so when one vehicle covers far more than twice that distance, it deserves further inspection. And when this turns out to be an inexpensive entry-level electric car, that gives some insight into just how tough these vehicles might actually be. Add CarBuzz on Google Add as Preferred Source Follow on Google Discover One 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV has now covered an extraordinary 471,616 miles while still retaining its original electric drive motor.
Chevrolet Bolt At 470,000 Miles: How Does It Hold Up?
Two hundred thousand miles is a lot for any car, so when one vehicle covers far more than twice that distance, it deserves further inspection. And when this turns out to be an inexpensive entry-level electric car, that gives some insight into just how tough these vehicles might actually be. One 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV has now covered an extraordinary 471,616 miles while still retaining its original electric drive motor.
Fix Apex Seals, Ignore Common Sense, Repeat Forever - Why Mazda Refuses To Abandon The Rotary Engine
Mazda is a bit like a corporate dog with a particularly tasty bone. It has stuck with the concept of the rotary engine for a long time, long after most other OEMs abandoned the idea. The heyday of the rotary for Mazda stretched between 1967 and 2012, but the company has more recently taken up the rotary case again. However, rather than putting such an engine under the hood of a proper enthusiast car, Mazda decided to use it as a generator within an electrified drivetrain.
The Twin-Turbo V6 Lincoln MKZ Borrowed Some Performance Parts From The Final Ford Focus RS
The 2017 Lincoln MKZ 3.0T AWD is one of those cars that looks like a potential performer from the outside but may still leave people guessing. In many respects, it was an understated mid-size luxury sedan with an engine that was indeed capable of springing a surprise.
Ford And Yamaha’s 3.4L V8 Engine Proves Great Sounding Motors Can Still Be Total Nightmares
Ford's Taurus SHO had always been quite sporty, so enthusiasts got excited when the company announced a Yamaha-developed, sophisticated V8 engine for the third generation. This would replace the already competent V6 and should have created a really special car, but this exotic engine alone wasn't enough to make the new SHO compelling.
Ford And Yamaha’s 3.4L V8 Engine Proves Great Sounding Motors Can Still Be Total Nightmares
Ford's Taurus SHO had always been quite sporty, so enthusiasts got excited when the company announced a Yamaha-developed, sophisticated V8 engine for the third generation. This would replace the already competent V6 and should have created a really special car, but this exotic engine alone wasn't enough to make the new SHO compelling.
Hennessey's $2.5 Million Blackbird Is Coming For The Corvette Z06's Naturally Aspirated Crown
Hypercars usually chase absurd horsepower with massive boost, and Hennessey proved that with the 2,031-hp Venom F5 Evolution. But its newest creation flips the script. Ditching turbochargers and dual-clutch gearboxes for pure, old-school analog power, the new Blackbird relies on raw naturally aspirated muscle – and it has Chevrolet's extraordinary Corvette Z06 LT6 square in its sights.
BMW Had To Make Massive Engineering Sacrifices To Fit A V8 Engine To The Best M5 Ever Made
BMW's 5 Series cars are undoubtedly some of the best in the business, with many enthusiasts pointing to the E39 generation as particularly inspiring. The V8 versions of those cars, in turn, are some of the best of the best, such as the 4.4-liter example in the E39-generation 540i. Add CarBuzz on Google Add as Preferred Source Follow on Google Discover But cars fitted with those engines came with an unexpected disadvantage.
Ford Bronco Sport Vs. Toyota RAV4: Which Compact SUV Is Winning In 2026?
The compact SUV segment is one of the most competitive and highest-volume parts of the new vehicle market in the US, with Toyota and Ford some of the most recognizable players. Toyota is certainly ahead of Ford when it comes to overall sales in this segment and is second only to Honda at the top of the table.
Ford Bronco Sport Vs. Toyota RAV4: Which Compact SUV Is Winning In 2026?
The compact SUV segment is one of the most competitive and highest-volume parts of the new vehicle market in the US, with Toyota and Ford some of the most recognizable players. Toyota is certainly ahead of Ford when it comes to overall sales in this segment and is second only to Honda at the top of the table. But when it comes to sales figures from September 2026, Ford appears to have the healthier overall trajectory, with Toyota exhibiting signs of a decline. It's worth taking a closer look.
There's Only One Sub-$40,000 Hot Hatch Left, And It's The OG
The hot hatch was never supposed to be costly, but in 2026 that's not always the case. And with a hard $40,000 ceiling, only one genuine hot hatch currently makes it under that line. Others tend to be higher or sometimes much higher, while cheaper sporty hatchbacks tend to be warm rather than hot.
There's Only One Sub-$40,000 Hot Hatch Left, And It's The OG
The hot hatch was never supposed to be costly, but in 2026 that's not always the case. And with a hard $40,000 ceiling, only one genuine hot hatch currently makes it under that line. Others tend to be higher or sometimes much higher, while cheaper sporty hatchbacks tend to be warm rather than hot. Over the years, the definition of a hot hatch has crystallized around the idea of an ordinary hatchback with some serious performance, usable enough for commuting, shopping, and carrying passengers.
Tesla Thought It Owned EV Charging Forever, But Ionna, Rivian And Mercedes Showed Up to Take The Throne Original
When it comes to electric vehicles, Tesla has been groundbreaking in almost every respect. It brought the idea of usable EVs to the American public and absolutely nailed one of their biggest worries by rolling out a strong charging network. Tesla's Supercharger network was almost impossible for rivals to match for the longest time, and the network routinely finished at the top of the DC fast-charging rankings year after year. But that run is now over.
320 HP V8, Rear-Wheel Drive, And 3 Rows Of Seats - The 1st-Gen Cadillac SRX Is A Dirt-Cheap Sleeper
In the early 2000s, Cadillac was desperate to shed its "grandpa's cruiser" image—so it did something radical. Armed with sophisticated chassis tech and a newfound obsession with speed, Caddy unleashed the original SRX. Part sharp-edged crossover, part tall performance wagon, it packed rear-wheel drive, Magnetic Ride Control, and a roaring 4.6-liter Northstar V8. It wasn't just a luxury SUV; it was a loud declaration that Cadillac was back in the game.
320 HP V8, Rear-Wheel Drive, And 3 Rows Of Seats - The 1st-Gen Cadillac SRX Is a Dirt-Cheap Sleeper
In the early 2000s, Cadillac was desperate to shed its "grandpa's cruiser" image—so it did something radical. Armed with sophisticated chassis tech and a newfound obsession with speed, Caddy unleashed the original SRX. Part sharp-edged crossover, part tall performance wagon, it packed rear-wheel drive, Magnetic Ride Control, and a roaring 4.6-liter Northstar V8. It wasn't just a luxury SUV; it was a loud declaration that Cadillac was back in the game.
Why Ford Beat Toyota In Pickup Truck Brand Loyalty Despite Record Recall Numbers
In the customer loyalty stakes, Ford has to be playing with fire due to its recall history. After all, in 2025 alone, the company launched 153 recall campaigns in the US, affecting almost 13 million vehicles, and set an industry record at the same time. However, Ford truck consumers don't seem to be bothered, as when it comes to putting money down on another vehicle, many of them choose to stay with the Blue Oval.
Why Ford Beat Toyota In Pickup Truck Brand Loyalty Despite Record Recall Numb
In the customer loyalty stakes, Ford has to be playing with fire due to its recall history. After all, in 2025 alone, the company launched 153 recall campaigns in the US, affecting almost 13 million vehicles, and set an industry record at the same time. However, Ford truck consumers don't seem to be bothered, as when it comes to putting money down on another vehicle, many of them choose to stay with the Blue Oval.
This 1968 Dodge Charger Broke Necks At SEMA, Then Outsold An 8-Mile Demon 170
The SEMA Show can often be about sensory overload, and fans often don't know where to look next as they shuffle between exhibits. At the 2013 show, one car in particular caught their attention, and it wasn't one of those headline-making center-stage builds either. This was a metallic blue 1968 Dodge Charger sitting in the Sherwin-Williams booth. From a distance, it may have looked just like a second-generation Charger, but there was a lot more to this build.
This 1968 Dodge Charger Broke Necks At SEMA, Then Outsold An 8-Mile Demon 170
The SEMA Show can often be about sensory overload, and fans often don't know where to look next as they shuffle between exhibits. At the 2013 show, one car in particular caught their attention, and it wasn't one of those headline-making center-stage builds either. This was a metallic blue 1968 Dodge Charger sitting in the Sherwin-Williams booth. From a distance, it may have looked just like a second-generation Charger, but there was a lot more to this build.
This $8,000 MG Goes From 0 To 60 MPH In A Calendar Month, And You’ll Love Every Second Of It
In an age when a family sedan can embarrass a supercar from a decade ago, it's worth asking what we've actually gained. Modern sports cars are engineering marvels — they accelerate with ferocity, brake with surgical precision, and corner at G-forces that would have seemed implausible a generation back. But all that capability comes wrapped in layers of insulation.
Hot Hatches Used To Be Cheap Daily Drivers, But Now They Require A Tech-Executive Salary
Choose the Euro Style package and Graphite Gray Metallic paint for your 2026 Volkswagen Golf R and you can expect to pay $54,980 to take it home. You could also choose an out-of-the-box refreshed 2027 Honda Civic Type R for a similar amount, at just under $50,000 including destination. That makes for extraordinary reading for hot hatches which used to deliver serious performance without serious money.
Hot Hatches Used To Be Cheap Daily Drivers, But Now They Require A Tech-Executive Salary
Choose the Euro Style package and Graphite Gray Metallic paint for your 2026 Volkswagen Golf R and you can expect to pay $54,980 to take it home. You could also choose an out-of-the-box refreshed 2027 Honda Civic Type R for a similar amount, at just under $50,000 including destination. That makes for extraordinary reading for hot hatches which used to deliver serious performance without serious money.
America's E36 M3 Missed Out On The Best Engine, So Someone Built One Instead Original
In the mid-1990s, American BMW enthusiasts had good reason to feel upset. They could look across the pond and see that European counterparts were getting a highly sophisticated six-cylinder engine for their E36-generation M3. Stateside, BMW was only offering a far simpler and much cheaper engine for the US M3, apparently to match its consumer research. But thirty years later, someone has finally addressed the imbalance by adding a celebrated S54 engine to an equally celebrated E36 M3.
The Dodge Viper Is Proof That An Italian Makeover Can Turn A V10 Truck Engine Into An Icon
The Dodge Viper looked like a masterstroke of design, but behind the scenes, it was a beautiful accident. Dreamed up as a modern Shelby Cobra, it desperately needed a powerplant to match its wild looks. When Dodge’s massive truck V10 proved too heavy, they turned to an unlikely savior: Lamborghini. The result? A lighter, meaner engine that turned a crazy concept into an all-American icon.
The Dodge Viper Is Proof That An Italian Makeover Can Turn A V10 Truck Engine Into An Icon
The Dodge Viper looked like a masterstroke of design, but behind the scenes, it was a beautiful accident. Dreamed up as a modern Shelby Cobra, it desperately needed a powerplant to match its wild looks. When Dodge’s massive truck V10 proved too heavy, they turned to an unlikely savior: Lamborghini. The result? A lighter, meaner engine that turned a crazy concept into an all-American icon.
This 30-Year-Old Mercedes Is A 7.4-Liter V12 Sleeper That Makes Porsches Seem Cheap
There's something dramatic and imposing about a 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL600, a big, beautifully engineered roadster that was one of the defining luxury cars of its time. Some have grown quite valuable on the collector market, but occasionally an example from this generation of the SL (known by the internal code R129) comes along that smashes expectations. For example, an 18,000-mile example recently changed hands for a shade under $450,000.
This 30-Year-Old Mercedes Is A 7.4-Liter V12 Sleeper That Makes Porsches Seem Cheap
A 30-year-old Mercedes roadster could now be an ultimate sleeper. A recent auction result makes one far more valuable than a Porsche. There's something dramatic and imposing about a 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL600, a big, beautifully engineered roadster that was one of the defining luxury cars of its time. Some have grown quite valuable on the collector market, but occasionally an example from this generation of the SL (known by the internal code R129) comes along that smashes expectations.
Cheap, RWD, 170 HP: The 'Si' That's Built For Drivers And Isn't A Honda
Many conversations around driver engagement, including the letters “Si”, would naturally revolve around Honda. After all, those letters have been closely associated with the type of affordable and infinitely drivable car that Honda is famous for. But there's another Si that comes from BMW and can certainly be placed in the category of a "drivers'" car. It was never officially sold in the US, and it’s a racing homologation special, but it remains relatively attainable.
Cheap, RWD, 170 HP: The 'Si' That's Built For Drivers And Isn't A Honda
The BMW E90 320si is a rare WTCC homologation special with RWD, a 7,000-rpm four-cylinder, and prices starting under $4,000. Many conversations around driver engagement, including the letters “Si”, would naturally revolve around Honda. After all, those letters have been closely associated with the type of affordable and infinitely drivable car that Honda is famous for. But there's another Si that comes from BMW and can certainly be placed in the category of a "drivers'" car.
A 1,300-HP Sedan Has Outpowered Every American EV Sedan Buyers Can Get
There was a time when US manufacturers pushed the frontier of EV development. After all, the country produced some spectacularly powerful electric sedans, like the 1,020-horsepower Tesla Model S Plaid, or the Lucid Air Sapphire with its 1,234 hp. Recently, however, China has been pushing the four-door horsepower battle even beyond that. BYD's Yangwang U7 launched with four electric motors producing 1,287 hp, and the latest powertrain is even more potent.
A 1,300-HP Sedan Has Outpowered Every American EV Sedan Buyers Can Get
BYD's Yangwang U7 sedan produces up to 1,340 hp, surpassing the Lucid Air Sapphire, and may reach Canada while US buyers face permanent restrictions. There was a time when US manufacturers pushed the frontier of EV development. After all, the country produced some spectacularly powerful electric sedans, like the 1,020-horsepower Tesla Model S Plaid, or the Lucid Air Sapphire with its 1,234 hp. Recently, however, China has been pushing the four-door horsepower battle even beyond that.
This Sub-$33,000 Mazda Hatch Has Red Leather, Standard AWD, And Will Outrun An Impreza RS
When it comes to buying a genuinely nice and interesting hatchback, it doesn't all have to be about performance. Looks can be important too and there's no hidden rule that says a great-looking hatchback must also be "hot." With this in mind, the 2026 Mazda3 2.5 S Carbon Edition hatchback could be quite interesting. It certainly looks the part with its red leather, standard black 18-inch wheels, and optional Polymetal Gray Metallic exterior.
This Sub-$33,000 Mazda Hatch Has Red Leather, Standard AWD, And Will Outrun An Impreza RS
When it comes to buying a genuinely nice and interesting hatchback, it doesn't all have to be about performance. Looks can be important too and there's no hidden rule that says a great-looking hatchback must also be "hot." With this in mind, the 2026 Mazda3 2.5 S Carbon Edition hatchback could be quite interesting. It certainly looks the part with its red leather, standard black 18-inch wheels, and optional Polymetal Gray Metallic exterior.
Toyota's Greatest Power Move Was Banning Boring Cars, Building A New Supra, And A Road-Legal Rally Car
For much of the 2000s, Toyota seemed content to coast on its reputation for reliability, cranking out sensible sedans and crossovers that sold in enormous numbers but stirred almost no emotion. The brand that had once produced the 2000 GT, the AE86, the MR2, and the Supra — cars that enthusiasts still argue about today — had gone quiet. Then, roughly a dozen years ago, a CEO with a racing license and a genuine grudge against dull cars started pulling levers, and everything changed.
The Best Looking, Best Sounding Lexus Since The LFA Just Became A Sound Investment
Lexus definitely scored a home run with its LC 500. It was both dramatic to look at and memorable to listen to and brought back memories of the famed LFA. But sadly, it seems that all good things come to an end, and Lexus duly announced the departure of this exotic-looking luxury coupe. The last versions have already run off the end of the production line, but collector interest is growing.
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