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Racing Improves the Breed Episode 3906
More and more car companies are getting involved with motorsports these days. For some, it’s a push for name recognition, or to establish credibility in the performance car arena. But as our recent drive in a trio of track machines shows, for some companies, racing is just in their DNA from the start! No company has been more closely tied to sports car racing… Read More
Tire Tracks: 1970 Plymouth Superbird Episode 3905, Episode 3918
From the Ford GT40 and Porsche 911, to the legendary Ferrari 250 GTO, race tracks have helped produce some of the most coveted performance cars of all time. Our own Roger Mecca explores one model, in particular, that turned the racing world on its spoilers with speeds and looks that and still impresses nearly 50 years later. ROGER MECCA: There’s an old saying in… Read More
Eye Spy: 2021 Mercedes-Benz EQS Episode 3849
Like many automakers… Mercedes-Benz has a detailed strategy for near future electric vehicles. Now we’re seeing a little more of what an EV wrapped in their style of luxury will look like. Our spy photographers spotted this camouflaged Mercedes-Benz EQS. We expect this fully-electric large luxury sedan to go up against the Tesla Model S. The smooth design begins… Read More
EV Dollars and Sense Episode 3843
Shopping for a new vehicle is often guided by the bottom line purchase price, but maintenance and operating costs over the life of your new car, SUV, or truck can vary widely and have a huge impact on the total cost of ownership. And that’s one more reason why electric cars make so much sense these days…compared to conventional gas or diesel powered vehicles the… Read More
Tire Tracks: BMW M1 Episode 3840
In 1966, Lamborghini proved there was no better place for a sports car to have the engine, than over the driver’s shoulder. many mid-engine designs like the Countach, Testarossa, Esprit, and GT-40. Have become popular icons. But others just as spectacular have slipped through the cracks of history into relative obscurity. That’s where our own Roger Mecca comes in,… Read More
Muscle Car Memories: 1975 Bricklin SV-1 Episode 3837
Ford V8 engines have powered tens of millions of vehicles through the years, from the mundane to the insane. Well, our Joe Ligo has found one in a very unusual place. But while the engine may be somewhat common, the rest of the car around it definitely is not! JOE LIGO: This is a Ford 351 Windsor V8. But it's not in a Ford. It's not in a Lincoln or Mercury,… Read More
Eye Spy: 2020 Ford Bronco Episode 3836
A legendary name and one of the most anticipated vehicles is closer to hitting the road… and we have the video. Our spy videographers spotted this camouflaged two-door 2020 Ford Bronco in Michigan. With high ground clearance and all-terrain tires, Ford is apparently following through with their promise to make the new Bronco a rugged midsize utility targeting the… Read More
EV Road Tripping Episode 3834, Episode 3848
In April 2012, college professor Jonathan Slade bought a Nissan Leaf to be his daily driver. Then he took it on vacation by driving across the state of Maryland, a daring adventure for the time, with virtually no electric car charging infrastructure to rely on outside of the major cities. With both EV’s and outlets now much more prevalent, we wondered how much of… Read More
Muscle Car Memories: 1987 Buick Regal Turbo T Limited Episode 3831, Episode 3846
The 1980s were definitely not prime time for muscle cars. Still, collectors are finally starting to appreciate all those IROC Camaros and Fox-body Mustangs, and prices are ticking up. However, our Joe Ligo has found a Buick that he'd really rather have. JOE LIGO: Born from the high banked ovals, they reigned terror on dragstrips across America. Everyone knew that… Read More
Eye Spy: 2020 Ford Escape Episode 3824
As Ford moves away from cars to more new crossovers, their existing utilities are evolving as well. Our Spy photographer spotted this 2020 Ford Escape… with very little camouflage… so we’re getting a good look at what would be the fourth generation of the blue oval’s popular compact ute. Designers are continuing to distance themselves from the original boxy… Read More