3+ mon, 3+ day ago (227+ words) The clock is winding down for enthusiasts hoping to drive away in a limited-production 2025 Ford Mustang GT 60th Anniversary Edition Convertible. Entries for the sweepstakes close Sunday, August 31, with the grand prize winner set to be announced on September 6. The giveaway, run by the Mustang Club of America, offers one of just 1,965 Anniversary Edition models built to commemorate six decades of the iconic pony car. Finished in Wimbledon White with a distinctive red stripe and Carmine Red leather-trimmed interior, the convertible pays homage to the original 1965 Mustang while integrating modern performance features. As part of the promotion, every entry into the Mustang sweepstakes also qualifies participants for additional flash drawings, including a $1,000 road trip prize to be awarded September 2. Recent winners of smaller giveaways, such as coolers and cash prizes, demonstrate the multiple opportunities for participants to take home something extra....

6+ mon, 1+ week ago (449+ words) EPA chief Lee Zeldin set the internet ablaze a few days ago when he took to his X social media account to slam auto start/stop systems on cars. While he declared it would be the end of the technology most people cheered. However, a few who actually think the tech is good tried arguing that there's nothing the EPA can do to make it go away. Ford issues a hilariously tiny safety recall for Broncos. Perhaps sensing this pushback and realizing he needs to clarify what he's going to actually do, Zeld EPA chief Lee Zeldin set the internet ablaze a few days ago when he took to his X social media account to slam auto start/stop systems on cars. While he declared it would be the end of the technology most people cheered. However, a few who…...

4+ mon, 3+ day ago (500+ words) Online car buying hit $320.4 billion in global sales in 2023, and is set to double by 2034 as shoppers demand transparent pricing and home delivery. Carvana alone delivered 416,000 vehicles in 2024, up 33% year-over-year, and booked $13.7 billion in revenue with $404 million net income. Buyers skip ... Unstoppable Growth of Online Car Buying Online car buying hit $320.4 billion in global sales in 2023, and is set to double by 2034 as shoppers demand transparent pricing and home delivery. Carvana alone delivered 416,000 vehicles in 2024, up 33% year-over-year, and booked $13.7 billion in revenue with $404 million net income. Buyers skip the dealership trip and review every spec, every trim, in minutes. No salesperson pitch " just data and instant quotes. How Digital Tools Beat the Showroom Online platforms break down barriers. An average buyer compares five cars in under 10 minutes, versus two dealership visits over several days. Interactive payment calculators update monthly rates…...

2+ mon, 6+ day ago (386+ words) EV & Future Tech Deals & Buying Guides New Vehicles & Reviews What happens when one of India's biggest automakers channels Gotham's Dark Knight? According to Electrek, Mahindra's answer is the Batman Edition BE 6, a limited-run electric SUV that the company says "brings to life a rare fusion of cinematic heritage and modern luxury." With only 300 units planned and a starting price of "27.79 lakh (about $27,500), according to Electrek, this is less about mass adoption and more about creating a collector's piece. The BE 6 is already a key EV in Mahindra's lineup, and the Batman Edition raises the bar with a Satin Black exterior, gold-painted suspension components, and Bat emblems integrated across the body and cabin, per Electrek. Inside, drivers get suede and leather upholstery stitched with sepia-gold accents, along with a numbered Batman plaque on the dashboard to mark its exclusivity. Not everyone…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago (390+ words) Chinese automaker BYD unveiled its new Sealion 06 electric vehicle, a "high-energy super SUV," that promises over 375 miles of driving range at a starting price of just around $20,000. The combination of affordability and long-range capability is great for those looking to make the switch from gas-powered vehicles. While Sealion 06 is considered an "entry-level" EV, the car comes with some pretty advanced features, including a built-in refrigerator, assisted driving, high-definition cameras, and even remote parking. "All I can do is just look at this in awe," one commenter on the article shared. From a consumer's perspective, taking a chance on an EV is becoming more and more appealing. EVs eliminate the need for oil or fluid changes, drastically reducing routine maintenance costs, and with electricity being generally cheaper per mile than gas, owners ultimately save considerably at the pump. Further, EVs offer…...

3+ mon, 3+ week ago (443+ words) If you live in Los Angeles, you can buy certified pre-owned and used cars from any brand through Amazon Autos, though only from Hyundai dealership inventories. Back in December, when Amazon Autos finally opened to the world (well, certain cities in America), you could only buy new Hyundai models from participating dealerships. As of this week that's now changed, at least if you live in Los Angeles. If you do, you are now able to browse for all of the dealerships' inventory, including certified pre-owned and used cars from any brand. Browsing Amazon right now, I spy Mazdas, Subarus, and BMWs, among other brands. You may be wondering: if you don't like it, can you just box it up and ship it back to Amazon like normal? Actually, you sort of can. Amazon gives you a 3-day/300-mile return policy…...

2+ mon, 4+ day ago (255+ words) EV & Future Tech Deals & Buying Guides New Vehicles & Reviews Ford is issuing yet another recall, and this time its for its popular line of pickup trucks. The automaker, in its third recall in recent weeks, is recalling 115,539 F-250, F-350, and F-450 Super Duty pickups that are of the 2020 and 2021 model years. Here's what you need to know about the recall details and what you should do if you have one of these vehicles. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the reason for the recall is the steering column upper shaft may detach from the steering column, causing a loss of steering control. No injuries or accidents have been reported to date. Ford first learned of the issue in late June when it was brought to the attention of the automaker's Critical Concern Review Group. Owners of the affected Ford pickup trucks…...

3+ mon, 3+ week ago (761+ words) While the C8 Corvette may be making headlines as the record-setting, supercar-killing, mid-engined American monster that it is, the C7 Corvette still holds a special place in enthusiasts' hearts. The C7 was likely the last front-engined Corvette, a formula that carried the nameplate for seven ... A Corvette worthy of the name This example is C7 ZR1, the highest-performance variant unveiled for the 2019 model year, which was also the C7's last year of production. It's finished in Torch Red with Carbon Flash accents and sits on ZR1 Carbon Flash-painted wheels with contrasting red-painted brake calipers. The interior carries the carbon fiber treatment, with a carbon fiber instrument panel, and a leather-wrapped carbon fiber steering wheel. Optional equipment on this one includes the Sueded Microfiber-Wrapped Upper Trim Package and the 3ZR package, which adds a Bose 10-speaker sound system, navigation, Performance Data Recorder, heated and ventilated seats, and front…...

9+ mon, 1+ week ago (638+ words) The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued multiple recalls last week, including notices for over 100,000 Toyota Tacoma trucks for a potential brake issue. Are you looking to see if any recalls were issued on your vehicle? If the car isn't listed below, owners can check'USA TODAY's automotive recall database'or search'NHTSA's database'for new recalls. The NHTSA website allows you to search for recalls based on your vehicle identification number or VIN. Here's what you need to know about the vehicle recalls published by'NHTSA'from Feb. 20 to Feb. 16. Toyota recalled some of its 2024-2025 Tacoma 4-wheel drive trucks as the location of brake components may cause damage if mud and dirt build up when the truck is taken off-road. "Over time, this may damage and wear through the brake hoses, causing a brake fluid leak," the recall report reads. "This can lead to a…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago (377+ words) EV & Future Tech Deals & Buying Guides New Vehicles & Reviews Luxury car company Genesis has given its GV60 vehicle a brand-new look in the GV60 Magma, which could soon leave household brands in the dust. Though consumers got a sneak peek at the GV60 Magma back in March, the car was recently caught on video, giving a better idea of what to expect from this new electric vehicle. According to Electrek, following a growing trend of carmakers unveiling electric and hybrid vehicles, the GV60 Magma is the first EV from Genesis' new performance sub-brand. The new EV will have a distinct feel and look compared to the brand's other vehicles, debuting with a sporty design, enhanced power, advanced suspension, and more. Electrek reported that Genesis explained that Magma is an "expansion into the realm of high-performance vehicles." As such, the company gave the GV60 Magma a…...