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Ghost of South Carolina Dirt Track Reappears on Google Maps After Decades
Culture

Ghost of South Carolina Dirt Track Reappears on Google Maps After Decades

The track was built in 1950 and hasn't been raced on since the '90s. So why has it been cleared of the trees that overtook it?

Der neue Mercedes-Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series für das ultimative Open-Air-Erlebnis (vorläufige Werte, Energieverbrauch kombiniert: 13,7l/100 km; CO2-Emissionen kombiniert: 312 g/km; CO2-Klasse: G)//The all-new Mercedes-Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series, for the ultimate open-air experience (provisional figures, combined energy consumption: 13.7 l/100 km; combined CO2emissions: 312 g/km; CO2 class: G)
Mercedes-Benz News

What’s The Plan at Mercedes-Maybach?

To stand out at the top of the luxury market, Maybach needs to be more than just a fancier Mercedes.

GT7 running on PS5 Pro
Video Games

Gran Turismo 7 Will Get a PS5 Pro Update With Raytracing at 60 FPS

In GT7's case, Sony's $700 super console will bring improved reflections on cars for a $250 premium over a regular PS5. Sound worth it?

Adrian Newey Joins Aston Martin F1 Team as Technical Boss and Shareholder
F1

Adrian Newey Joins Aston Martin F1 Team as Technical Boss and Shareholder

Newey's five-year contract is rumored to be worth $200 million, making the 65-year-old designer the second-best paid figure in all of Formula 1.

Front three-quarter view of the 2024 Silverado HD ZR2
News

The NHTSA’s Pedestrian Crash Safety Rules Could Change American Car Design Forever

The U.S. has never made automakers seriously care about pedestrian safety. That might change soon.

Speeder Leads Officers on Dangerous Chase Across Rocky Mountain National Park
News

Speeder Leads Officers on Dangerous Chase Across Rocky Mountain National Park

The high-speed chase through Rocky Mountain National Park was so dangerous that the Park Rangers had to back out.

BMW 5 Series Swiss police wagon driving on road.
Culture

Swiss BMW Driver Slammed With $116,000 Tailgating Fine Because He’s Rich

A wealthy Swiss lawyer is paying a six-figure fine for reckless behavior on the road.

Best Windshield Repair Kits: Easily Fix Cracks, and Chips At Home
Cleaning & Detailing

Best Windshield Repair Kits: Easily Fix Cracks, and Chips At Home

Save hundreds of dollars fixing your windshield at home, even if you don't have experience.

Best Driveway Lights (Review & Buying Guide) in 2024
Lights

Best Driveway Lights (Review & Buying Guide) in 2024

Illuminate your driveway and enhance your visibility around your home with a set of the best driveway lights.

The Best Small Air Compressors For Home Or The Jobsite
Tools

The Best Small Air Compressors For Home Or The Jobsite

For running air tools or just blowing up tires, these portable compressors will help get the job done.

Best Electric Bicycles Under $500: Put Some Power in Your Pedal
Accessories

Best Electric Bicycles Under $500: Put Some Power in Your Pedal

Save some wear and tear on your car by using assisted pedal power for commuting and errands.

The Best Portable Tire Inflators: Avoid Getting Stranded
Tools

The Best Portable Tire Inflators: Avoid Getting Stranded

Every car should have a tire inflator in its trunk and we've found the best to fit your needs.

Crank it Down Right with the Best Torque Wrenches
Tools

Crank it Down Right with the Best Torque Wrenches

Use a torque wrench to avoid broken bolts and headaches that can add up to big money.

A bicycle rider passes the famous gantry at the Nurburgring during a nighttime race
Culture

The Nurburgring’s 24-Hour Bicycle Race Is the Real Green Hell

The Nürburgring is already one of the nastiest racetracks in the world. Now imagine racing it on a bicycle for 24 hours straight.

Volvo CTO Says Automakers Need To Cool It With Subscription Options
Volvo News

Volvo CTO Says Automakers Need To Cool It With Subscription Options

BMW and Audi have had to walk back subscription services due to customer blowback. Volvo is watching, and learning.

1.2 Million Ram 1500 Pickups Recalled for Potential Stability Control Failure
RAM News

1.2 Million Ram 1500 Pickups Recalled for Potential Stability Control Failure

1,227,808 trucks spanning model years 2019 and 2024 have ABS modules with faulty software that could break ESC.

2025 Mazda CX-70 PHEV Review: Like an Alfa Romeo SUV, but Cheaper
Mazda Reviews

2025 Mazda CX-70 PHEV Review: Like an Alfa Romeo SUV, but Cheaper

Like most Mazdas, the CX-70 PHEV handles better than most of its rivals. But it does come with some caveats.

The Cooper® Discoverer Stronghold™ AT Is Ready for Tough Jobs and Rough Conditions
Sponsored

The Cooper® Discoverer Stronghold™ AT Is Ready for Tough Jobs and Rough Conditions

Your truck’s in a never-ending battle against the elements, and your tires are on the front line. Set yourself up for victory with Cooper’s durable Stronghold AT.

This Six-Wheeled Cybertruck-Like Van Packs a Built-In Helicopter 
Electric Vehicles

This Six-Wheeled Cybertruck-Like Van Packs a Built-In Helicopter 

Travel off-road, on-road, in air…the only thing the Xpeng AeroHT "Land Aircraft Carrier" can't do is float.

New-Car Market ‘Stuck’ by High Prices and the Hope of Lower Interest Rates 
Car Buying

New-Car Market ‘Stuck’ by High Prices and the Hope of Lower Interest Rates 

With inflation, insurance, and interest rates all on the rise, automakers can expect a sales standoff with consumers who would rather not go into debtor hell.