Topic: automotive journalism
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Drifting on Ice in a Supercar: How Good Is Stability Control?
Modern electronic stability control systems are mandatory safety features that use sensors and computer intervention to prevent skids and guide a vehicle back to its intended path. These systems are best tested and calibrated in vast, low-friction environments like salt flats or frozen lakes, whe...
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US Demand for Chinese Cars Surges Despite Security Concerns
Over half of U.S. consumers are now open to buying from Chinese automakers, a 25% increase from the previous year, indicating growing market acceptance despite data security concerns. Hands-free partial automation is now the most desired vehicle technology, with 43% of respondents ranking it high...
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Toyota Highlander EV: 320-Mile Range, 3-Row Electric SUV
Toyota has launched the 2027 Highlander, its first U.S.-assembled, three-row electric SUV, strategically using a trusted nameplate to enter a competitive market segment during a pivotal time for the company's electrification strategy. The vehicle offers two trims with key features including two b...
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1971 Boss 351 vs. 429 Cobra Jet: The Ford Feud That Still Burns
A 1971 Motor Trend comparison test created a lasting debate by showing the smaller Boss 351 Mustang outperforming the more powerful 429 Cobra Jet Mach 1 in acceleration. The test was fundamentally unfair, as the Boss had performance-oriented gearing and a manual transmission, while the Cobra Jet ...
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Chevy 383 vs. Mopar 383: V8 Engine Showdown
The Chevy 383 is not a factory engine but a popular aftermarket stroker, created by fitting a 400 crankshaft into a modified 350 small-block for a lightweight, versatile performance package. The Mopar 383 is an authentic factory big-block from the 1960s-70s, historically viewed as a reliable torq...
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Ford and GM's EV Tax Credit Extension Plan Fails
Ford and General Motors have abandoned their plan to extend the $7,500 electric vehicle tax credit through a temporary leasing program after its official expiration date. The strategy faced political opposition from Republican senators who criticized it as a loophole, leading both automakers to w...
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Honda Axes Acura ZDX EV Amid Broader Rollback
Honda has canceled the Acura ZDX EV, reflecting an industry trend of scaling back electrification plans due to shifting consumer demand and market conditions. The ZDX, developed with General Motors, offered a 325-mile range and was discontinued despite production preparations to better align the ...
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Ferrari's Next Sports Car May Be a Convertible
Ferrari is rumored to unveil a new convertible, the Amalfi Spider, potentially as early as March, as part of its broader plan to launch several new models this year. The Spider is expected to share the coupe's powerful twin-turbo V8 engine and performance, likely matching its 3.3-second 0-62 mph ...
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BMW's Electric M3 Promises a New Level of Performance
BMW's first fully electric M3, launching in 2027, will be a quad-motor sports sedan built on the new 800-volt Neue Klasse platform, designed to set a new performance benchmark. The car features an innovative four-motor drivetrain that can switch between all-wheel and rear-wheel drive, alongside a...
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Porsche's Curved Screen Defines the Electric Cayenne
The Porsche Cayenne Electric will feature an innovative curved OLED "Flow Display," the largest and most distinctive screen Porsche has ever used, integrated with a new operating system for a cohesive digital cabin experience. Porsche's design philosophy merges the Cayenne's core characteristics ...
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Ford, Renault Partner to Build Affordable EVs in Europe
Ford and Renault have formed a strategic partnership to develop affordable electric vehicles for Europe, aiming to counter budget-friendly Chinese models and revitalize Ford's regional operations. Ford will use Renault's Ampere EV platform to build two new compact electric models by 2028, while r...
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2027 Chevy Bolt: The Most Affordable EV You Can Buy
The 2027 Chevy Bolt will be the most affordable new electric vehicle in the U.S., starting at $29,990, positioning it as a budget-friendly option in the entry-level EV market. It features a 65kWh LFP battery providing an estimated 255-mile range, includes a native NACS port for Tesla Supercharger...
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Unleash the New Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC
Ford has previewed the track-focused Mustang Dark Horse SC, indicating it will offer impressive track capability and elevated performance, as featured with Max Verstappen in a Red Bull video. The SC variant builds on the Dark Horse with aggressive styling cues and a supercharged V8 engine, signif...
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Why Porsche Puts the Ignition on the Left Side
The left-side ignition in Porsche 356 models originated from post-war material frugality to shorten wiring, not from racing strategy as commonly believed. The dangerous "Le Mans start" was abandoned after race incidents and a protest by Jacky Ickx, who won by prioritizing safety over a hurried st...
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