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F1

It’s Done: Daniel Ricciardo Is Leaving McLaren F1 at the End of 2022

Looks like McLaren CEO Zak Brown got his way, after all.

Volkswagen News

Resourceful Off-Roader Builds His Own Beadlock Wheels From Scratch

It took the builder a few tries to get them right, but they're still cheaper than buying a new set.

Audi News

This Audi S4 Race Car’s Gigantic Wings Are Fully Functional

This race car cares about one thing and one thing only: downforce. Can you tell?

Maintenance & Repair

How To Replace Engine Mounts

Engine mounts deteriorate, get dry, and fail. To avoid damaging the drivetrain and help make the car feel new, consider swapping out old engine mounts.

Culture

Australian State Could Require Special Driver’s License for Performance Cars

Other proposed measures include a ban on disabling traction control in high-powered vehicles.

F1

F1 CEO Says It’ll Never Race in Russia Again

Russia has burned its bridges with Formula 1, and the race won't be coming back.

Electric Vehicles

DC Down Under Dispatch #5: Why We Pulled the Plug Just Before the Finish Line

After traveling over 1,500 miles across Australia, a stubborn brake warning forced the Kia EV6 to retire less than 200 miles from the finish line.

For Sale

Here Are the 6 Most Expensive Cars Sold at Monterey Car Week 2022

The number one spot goes to a vintage Ferrari that sold for more than $22M.

Ford News

Ford Transit Connect Going Away Because America Won’t Buy Small Vans: Report

The little work van will reportedly disappear from U.S. dealers at the end of 2023.

Chevrolet News

Internet Backlash Forces Dealer to Sell Corvette Z06 at MSRP After Planned $90K Markup

The store's general manager even sent an apology to customers.

Nissan News

Dealer Employee Wrecks 2023 Nissan Z in the Lot Before Delivery to Owner: Source

A source told us the employee pushed it too hard in the lot and slid into a parked Ram pickup.

Ford News

Ford F-150 That Fell Through Arctic Sea Ice in March Will Be Rescued This Week

As it turns out, Arctic waters are a no-parking zone for lifted exploration vehicles.

F1

Mercedes Hired ‘Financial Engineers’ to Audit the Price of F1 Car Parts

We knew there were many kinds of engineers, but this is a new one.

Cars 101

How Tires Can Tell a Lot About How a Used Car Was Treated

Tires can say a lot about that prospective Craigslist buy.

Culture

Superyacht Seized From Sanctioned Russian Billionaire Sells for Undisclosed Amount

The Axioma becomes the first seized Russian yacht to be sold on the open market.

Mercedes-Benz EQS

Mercedes-Benz’s Drive Pilot L3 Is Super Smooth (but Limited) Hands-Free Driving

Drive Pilot is like hiring a trained chauffeur that only works under very specific conditions. We tested the system ahead of its U.S. debut.

Culture

Fast & Furious 10 Filming Protested in LA as Locals Say Series Has Ruined Neighborhood

Illegal street racing continues to be a problem in L.A., and some residents blame Universal Studios.

Insurance

What Is Comprehensive Car Insurance?

The sky is falling? We’ve got coverage for that.

Ford News

Ford F-150 Lightning Dyno Run Reveals Even More Torque Than Advertised

See how it compares to the Ram 1500 TRX.

Electric Vehicles

Australian Bank Won’t Offer Loans for Gas or Diesel Cars Beyond 2025

It's a bold move.