The 5 Smallest Cars That Still Get IIHS Top Safety Pick Ratings
From new hatchbacks to small sedans, these surprisingly well-built compacts prove that, even when it comes to car safety, bigger isn't always better.
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The Classic International Scout Basically Paved The Way For Modern Off-Road SUVs
It might be a classic today, but this cool little SUV was one of the first purpose-built civilian off-roaders to make all-terrain driving accessible.
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6,900-Mile 1969 Plymouth Barracuda Is A Green-On-Green Torque Monster With A Factory 440
The Plymouth Barracuda, especially one with the iconic 440 engine, is a legendary muscle car. If you're willing to pay, this low-mileage example could be yours.
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It Took A Crane And Several Cemetery Plots To Bury A Man Inside His Chevrolet Corvette
You love your car, but do you love it enough to be buried in it? The logistics of a final ride into the hereafter are elaborate and, for some, necessary.
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The Ford Fathom Furthers FoMoCo's Fascination With Alliterative Names
Ford introduces the Fathom, continuing the famous obsession with alliterative vehicle names. Read the story behind the name of the newest Ford lineup addition.
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These Fun New Cars All Have 3-Cylinder Engines
More cylinders, more fun? These new models prove that three-cylinder engines can power surprisingly fun, capable, and exciting vehicles despite their size.
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Long Before The Ford Fathom, A Dealership Sit-In Saved Ford's First Electric Pickup
Ford's first electric pickup was short-lived, but a customer sit-in at a California dealership (sort of) saved the battery-powered truck from extinction.
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The Original Chevy Suburban Cost $675, Here's What It's Worth Today
Chevrolet redefined practical travel in 1935. See what the legendary, longest-running nameplate, the Chevy Suburban, is worth today.
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Here's What A Brand-New Duesenberg Model J Cost, And What It Would Be With Today's Inflation
The Duesenberg Model J was a revolutionary vehicle when it hit the streets in 1921. It also came with a high price, both for the time and in today's currency.
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Walking Dead Hyundai Tucson Special Edition Was Pretty Morbid, Even For A Zombie Show
Zombie hands reaching up, seemingly from underneath the Tucson in a blood-red color, and a backpack filled with survival gear were both part of the package.
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After Chrysler Bought AMC, We Almost Got This V8 Sports Sedan
It emerged amid the wildest time in Chrysler's history, carrying Lamborghini's design DNA and a proper V8. But it became a V6 sedan that no one remembers today.
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The British Army's Great Panjandrum Was The Most Bonkers Vehicle Ever Dreamed Up
A "panjandrum" is a self-important person, but Britain's Great Panjandrum was an absurd military vehicle powered by an even crazier means of motion.
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Here's How Much A New Jeep Wagoneer Cost In 1963 Vs. 2026
The 1963 Jeep Wagoneer is often considered the first luxury SUV, but it sold for a price that now seems shockingly low. Today's Wagoneer goes for a bit more.
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The Original Ford Maverick Had This Awesome Option Not Available In 1974 Mustang IIs
The 1974 Maverick Grabber had an edge over the Mustang II during the muscle-car era's decline, with a performance option that made it stand apart.
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Here's How Much A 2022 Nissan Frontier Has Depreciated In 4 Years
The Nissan Frontier is an attractive pickup with some cool features. If you're interested in buying one used, here's how much a 2022 version has depreciated.
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What's Included In The Ford Maverick's 4K Package That Doubles Its Tow Rating?
For $745, the optional 4K Tow Package makes the Maverick an even more practical truck, pushing its standard 2,000-lb towing capacity to 4,000 lbs. Here's how.
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Consumer Reports Found These 5 Used SUVs Are The Most Reliable You Can Get Under $15K
As some of today's most popular vehicles, SUVs can be pricey. If you're willing to buy used, though, these reliable models under $15,000 are worth considering.
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The Origin Of The Ford Maverick Name Comes From A Guy Who Wouldn't Brand His Cattle
The Ford Maverick is a pretty iconic nameplate and one that's been used across multiple segments. This is the story behind the freedom-inspiring name.
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Dubbed Last Of The Moonshiners, This NASCAR Driver Was Still Racing In His 70s
NASCAR's origin story is tied up with drivers who ran moonshine, and certainly that was good training for this man who didn't drive in his last race until 2019.
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Why A Shipwreck On The Ocean Floor Added Millions To The Cost Of A Natural Gas Pipeline
A ship that had settled on the seafloor over 2½ centuries earlier suddenly came into view, and the consortium building a nearby pipeline was on the hook.
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This Is How Consumer Reports Figures Out Average MPG (It's Way Different From The EPA's Method)
You've probably noticed that Consumer Reports and EPA testing can produce very different fuel-economy results. Here's why the numbers don't always match.
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Before Mercedes-Maybach, Wilhelm Maybach Helped Build The First Gas-Powered Motorcycle
Mercedes-Benz is known for its luxury cars, including the Maybach line. But before the company existed, Wilhelm Maybach created the world's first motorcycle.
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How Stop Sticks Deflate Tires Slowly Instead Of Making Them Explode
Back in the day, police officers often used spike strips to puncture tires and force fleeing vehicles to a halt. Now they use devices called Stop Sticks.
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When Was Mercedes-Maybach Born?
Maybach has a long association with Mercedes-Benz, but when did the German giant first launch the Mercedes-Maybach range, and why did it choose to do so?
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The Kia Stinger Started As The Brand's First Rear-Wheel-Drive Concept In 2011
Kia killed the Stinger in 2023, but its award-winning design lives on. Here's how a 2011 rear-wheel-drive concept car created by an Audi veteran started it all.
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5 Safety Tips To Keep In Mind As You Navigate School Zones
Driving through a school zone requires extreme caution. To help you navigate these areas safely and protect the children, remember these five essential rules.
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George Washington Carver And Henry Ford Teamed Up To Try Plant-Based Plastic Car Bodies
In an unlikely partnership, George Washington Carver and Henry Ford once worked together to build a plastic, plant-based car. Here's the story of this team-up.
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