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  • NEW YORK, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 03: Chair and CEO of General Motors Mary Barra speaks onstage during the 2025 New York Times Dealbook Summit at Jazz at Lincoln Center on December 03, 2025 in New York City. NYT columnist Sorkin hosted the annual Dealbook summit which brings together business and government leaders to discuss the most important stories across business, politics and culture.
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    Mary Barra And GM Say The Future Is Still Electric

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    10 Of The Coolest Classic Cars Almost Nobody Bothers To Import

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    At $5,900, Is This 1965 Honda S600 Project A Hill You Would Climb?

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    8

    Hot Or Cold Water: Which Is Best For Washing Your Car?

    Hot water and cold water both have benefits and downsides when it comes to washing your car during certain seasons. But one type is better in any weather.

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    Here's What It Can Really Cost To Maintain A Serious Car Collection

    You think you're spending a lot on your car? Collectors spend much, much more on maintenance, insurance, security, registration, tires, and detailing.

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    Sleeving An Engine Block: The Pros And Cons Explained

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    12

    Why EV Fires Need So Much Water To Put Out (But Gas Cars Don't)

    EV fires don't happen nearly as often as fires from internal combustion engines. But they take a lot of extra effort (and water) to extinguish.

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    14

    Mazda's Gram Strategy Is A Pursuit Of Lightness, But How Far Do They Take It?

    There are many benefits to making a car lighter, shedding weight in the pursuit of performance, but Mazda goes further than most brands to achieve lightness.

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    4

    The Physics That Makes The Lexus LFA's Exhaust Note So Special

    One of the most iconic features of the Lexus LFA is its incredible exhaust note. But the reason that sound exists has to do with the physics of its design.

    By Alvin Reyes 4 days ago Read More
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    MG 3 Driver's Seat Detached During Crash Test, A First In 29 Years Of Euro NCAP Testing

    Euro NCAP will review its protocols moving forward, because current protocols allow the MG 3 to still earn a four-star rating despite this critical failure.

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    10 Of The Rarest Chevy Muscle Cars Ever Made

    Classic Chevrolet muscle cars are immensely popular, but some are also immensely rare. Here are 10 of the hardest models to find out in the wild today.

    By Taylor Ramey 4 days ago Read More
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    At $13,500, Would You Dust Off Your Checkbook For This Grungy 2004 Panoz Esperante GT?

    What's your take on this Panoz at $13,500? Does that feel like a siren's song to make a questionable decision? Or is it best to let this sleeping dog lie?

    By Rob Emslie 4 days ago Read More
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    Planes Use Rivets But Cars Have Welds: Here's Why

    Rivets hold planes together against high stresses thousands of feet off the ground, but they're not used by automakers, who choose welding instead. Here's why.

    By Shane Schmid 4 days ago Read More
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    2

    Why Did Corvettes Switch From Fiberglass To SMC Body Materials?

    The first Corvettes were built with fiberglass bodies, and the fiberglass stuck around for two decades. Here's why Chevy switched them to sheet molded compound.

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    Should You Replace Strut Mounts When You Replace Struts?

    Is it worth replacing your car's strut mounts at the same time as the suspension struts? And what are the most obvious symptoms of worn strut mounts?

    By Alvin Reyes 5 days ago Read More
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    You Could Buy A Cool Car On Cars & Bids, Or You Could Buy This Beige, Automatic 2005 Toyota Corolla

    Maybe what you need isn't another Miata or Corvette. Maybe what you really need is a 12,000-mile, beige, 2005 Toyota Corolla with an automatic transmission.

    By Collin Woodard 5 days ago Read More
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    13

    Why Ford Mustang Fans Are Still Salty The Boss 351 Beat The 429 Cobra Jet In 1971

    The Boss 351 Ford Mustang was quicker than the 429 Cobra Jet version in Motor Trend's tests. But were those tests a fair representation of both cars?

    By Paul Stadden 5 days ago Read More
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    22

    10 Reliable Volvos That Have Withstood The Test Of Time

    Volvo is known for its safety features and reliability, but these vintage vehicles have a growing cache thanks to impressive pedigree and distinctive design.

    By Josh West 5 days ago Read More
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    3

    How Do Semi Truck Air Brakes Work?

    Have you ever tried to back up an 18-wheeler? It’s no small feat, but once you understand how air brakes in semi trucks work, it all starts to make sense.

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  • An automatic gear shifter in a classic Ford
    9

    What's The Difference Between Ford's C4 And C6 Automatic Transmissions?

    Ford used C4 and C6 automatic transmissions starting in the 1960s. These two transmissions have some notable differences when it comes to their applications.

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    5

    Oceans Of NYC Wants To Catalog Every Fisker Ocean In The Five Boroughs

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    By Amber DaSilva 5 days ago Read More
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    2

    The Pros And Cons Of The Chevy Corvette's Carbon Fiber Wheels

    A pricey option available on high-performance cars, carbon fiber wheels are now available on the Corvette. But do they change the driving experience at all?

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    Does Auto Insurance Cover Broken Car Windows?

    Auto insurance can be helpful for plenty of incidents involving damaged vehicles. But you might be surprised as to how well broken windows might be covered.

    By Marko Mikulic 5 days ago Read More
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    Most Drivers Ignore This Heater Setting, Even Though It Makes Their Car Warm Up Faster

    Believe it or not, your car has a button that helps it cool down faster in summer and warm up quicker in winter. It can also help keep wildfire smoke out.

    By B. L. Johnson 5 days ago Read More
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    12

    Peek Behind The Curtain At The 11,000-Acre Arizona Proving Ground Where Toyota Torture Tests Its Trucks And SUVs

    More than 60 miles of paved roads and more than 50 miles of off-road and dirt tracks, all in one facility designed to torture test Toyota's trucks and SUVs.

    By Collin Woodard 5 days ago Read More
  • A technician wearing white gloves and a blue shirt, holding a fuel injector with a vehicle in the background.
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    How To Clean Fuel Injectors Yourself, And Check If They Really Need It

    To save time and money, you might want to learn how to clean fuel injectors without needing to rely on professionals. But do your injectors really need it?

    By Taylor Ramey 5 days ago Read More
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    9 Causes Of Engine Vibrations (And What To Do About It)

    What causes engine vibration, and are any of these issues something you can handle on your own? Let's take a look at nine different vibration scenarios.

    By Josh West 5 days ago Read More
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