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The automobile was born on August 26, 1885. That is the day Gottlieb Daimler filed a patent for his ‘riding car’, the world’s first vehicle with an internal combustion engine. Dr. Carl Benz registered a patent for a similar device six months earlier, with three wheels and large enough to carry passengers. So you
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The new Trump Tariffs are expected to raise the price of new cars as much as $15,000. That’s also putting pressure on the price of used cars. If you are considering replacing Old Breakdown, check out these ten Tariff-free used cars recommended by Consumer Reports.
If you are concerned about the safety and capabilities of self-driving passenger vehicles, including robotaxis, you are not alone. A new AAA survey about autonomous vehicles shows that our opinions have not changed in five years, despite advances in the technology.
Updated styling including a re-designed interior, loaded with safety features, improved handling for on and off-road driving, a new audio system, generous ten-year warranty and under $30,000. What’s not to love about the all-new seven-passenger three-row 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander SUV.
These cars, SUVs and trucks are being killed off with the 2024 models by slumping sales or because the manufacturer is moving to hybrid or EV versions of the discontinued gas-powered one. Vehicles that won’t be back in 2025 follows a similarly long and depressing list of models that were killed off for the 2024
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Starting price of $21,830, loaded with high-tech safety features as standard, good looking, fuel efficient and fun to drive. Even the top model, with all the bells and whistles, is under $30,000. What’s not to love about the 2025 Nissan Kicks. All-new and loaded with more features than ever, the 2025 Nissan Kicks delivers compelling
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Thank you for your service. These discounts are available year-round to active and retired military and family members, reservists and Gold Star families, and first responders without a military background. Military discounts include restaurants, clothing, travel, entertainment, cars and trucks, technology and even engagement rings. These deals are 365 days a year, not just during
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What are the best 2024 model EVs, hybrids and plug-in hybrids? Every year, U. S. News evaluates up to 100 models to determine the best one across ten categories, including SUV, truck and luxury drive.. The vehicles are rated for price and performance, styling and safety features for the title of 2024 Best Hybrid and
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Toyota is going all-in on hybrids. Starting with the 2025 model, the Toyota Camry, the best-selling sedan for more than two decades, will be available as a hybrid only.The new model gets around 20 MPG better mileage and costs less money than the outgoing gas version, with more technology and better looks. What’s not to love.
The New York International Auto Show is back with a collection of cars to drool over. See these super luxury cars, hypercars and sports cars – some costing more than $1 Million – alongside the SUVs, sedans and trucks we can afford. NYIAS is at the Javits March 29-April 7. Just so you know –
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