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Mitsubishi Is Coming Back to the Pickup Market—But What Kind of Truck Will We Get?
Mitsubishi wants back into the American pickup business. A Nissan partnership offers a promising starting point, but sensible dimensions, useful features and a realistic price would give buyers a reason to care. A small diesel wouldn’t hurt, either.
2026 Toyota Land Cruiser: Beautiful, Capable—and Slightly Confused
The 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser combines great styling, Japanese-built quality and serious off-road hardware. But at nearly $64,000, should buyers have to upgrade tires and protection before heading off pavement?
The 2027 Subaru Impreza Gets Cheaper—and Makes the RS a Tougher Sell
Subaru’s returning base Impreza gets the same 180-hp engine as the RS for $4,900 less. That strengthens the affordable hatchback’s appeal—and leaves buyers deciding whether the RS’s comfort, safety and technology upgrades justify the difference.
The Kia K900 Is a Used Luxury Bargain With Some Expensive Catches
The forgotten Kia K900 delivers V8 power, flagship comfort and used-car bargain pricing. Just remember that rare parts, fuel costs and repairs can quickly erase the savings.
Buying a Retired Rental Car: Smart Used-Car Buy or Risky Gamble?
Buying a retired rental car can make sense if the price is right, the maintenance history is solid, and the vehicle passes inspection. But “fleet maintained” does not always mean gently used. Here’s what buyers should know before taking home someone else’s former airport special.
Dodge GLH Revival: Can Dodge Bring Back the Hot Hatch?
Dodge is bringing back the GLH name, but earning those three letters takes more than horsepower and a badge. Dave Pearson looks at what the new muscle hatch needs to deliver—and why keeping it affordable matters.
1979 Dodge Aspen R/T: The Forgotten 360 Mopar
The Dodge Aspen’s early problems wrecked its reputation, but by 1979 Chrysler had improved the car and was still offering something surprisingly interesting: the Aspen R/T with an available 360 V8. Only 872 R/Ts were built that year, making this forgotten late-’70s Mopar considerably more collectible today.
Four-Door Mustang? Four-Door Camaro? Just Bring Back the Taurus SHO and Impala SS
Ford may be developing a four-door Mustang while Chevrolet reportedly considers a four-door Camaro. We’re all for powerful American sport sedans—but Ford and Chevy already have the perfect names for them: Taurus SHO and Impala SS.
Used SUVs to Avoid: Models That Could Cost You Big in Repairs
Some used SUVs look like great deals until the repair bills start rolling in. This article looks at popular models that can bring costly problems, from transmissions and electrical issues to rust, suspension failures, and luxury-brand maintenance costs.
Merkur XR4Ti: From “X-Ratty” to Rare ’80s Survivor
The Merkur XR4Ti was once the oddball used car dealers struggled to sell. Today, its turbocharged engine, rear-wheel drive and unmistakable ’80s styling make a clean survivor something worth hunting down.
The Dodge Omni GLH-S: The Econobox That Went Mustang Hunting
Carroll Shelby took Chrysler’s humble Dodge Omni, added 175 turbocharged horsepower and created the GLH-S—a rare little hatchback that could go Mustang hunting and now brings serious collector money.
Which one are you taking home: Old or New?
Put a 1985 Chevrolet K20 next to a 2026 Silverado and it is almost hard to believe the two...
Stupid Car Tricks: From Air Shocks to Carolina Squat
We thought air shocks, fat rear tires and a jacked-up stance looked great in the ’70s. Today it’s Carolina Squat, extreme camber and giant wheels. Every generation has its own stupid car tricks—and apparently we never learn.
2026 Subaru Impreza RS: The Subaru You Almost Forgot Existed
The 2026 Subaru Impreza RS may be the Subaru you forgot still existed. With standard AWD, a practical hatchback body and a 180-hp boxer engine, it makes a strong case for buyers who want something lower and more car-like than a Crosstrek—though its price puts it surprisingly close to a WRX.
Honda May Bring Back the Accord Wagon—Just Don’t Call It a Wagon
Honda may be considering an Accord-based SUV with a hatch, added ride height and more cargo space. In other words, the Accord wagon may be coming back—just under a different name.
Collector Cars & Classics
1979 Dodge Aspen R/T: The Forgotten 360 Mopar
The Dodge Aspen’s early problems wrecked its reputation, but by 1979 Chrysler had improved the car and was still offering something surprisingly interesting: the Aspen R/T with an available 360 V8. Only 872 R/Ts were built that year, making this forgotten late-’70s Mopar considerably more collectible today.
Merkur XR4Ti: From “X-Ratty” to Rare ’80s Survivor
The Merkur XR4Ti was once the oddball used car dealers struggled to sell. Today, its turbocharged engine, rear-wheel drive and unmistakable ’80s styling make a clean survivor something worth hunting down.
The Dodge Omni GLH-S: The Econobox That Went Mustang Hunting
Carroll Shelby took Chrysler’s humble Dodge Omni, added 175 turbocharged horsepower and created the GLH-S—a rare little hatchback that could go Mustang hunting and now brings serious collector money.
Great But Forgotten Cars: The Mercury Marauder Was Grandpa’s Car, but Fast
The Mercury Marauder took a sensible Grand Marquis, added a 302-horsepower V8, 18-inch wheels and a sinister attitude. It was rare, flawed and far cooler than anyone expected.
Great Forgotten Cars You Can Buy Cheap: Chrysler Crossfire SRT-6
The Chrysler Crossfire SRT-6 was easy to overlook when it was new, but this strange DaimlerChrysler-era coupe had serious Mercedes-AMG DNA hiding under its oddball styling. With 330 horsepower, rear-wheel drive, and real performance hardware, it may be one of the most interesting forgotten used-car bargains left.
Great Forgotten Cars: Subaru SVX
The Subaru SVX was never a sales hit, but this flat-six, all-wheel-drive luxury sports coupe was one of the strangest and boldest cars Subaru ever built. With spaceship windows, grand touring comfort, and a growing cult following, the SVX deserves another look.
Cash for Clunkers: The Program That Crushed Future Classics
Cash for Clunkers was sold as a way to help the auto industry and get older, inefficient vehicles off the road. But for car enthusiasts, it became something far more painful: a government-backed crusher that wiped out affordable used cars, parts donors, future classics, and collectible vehicles before anyone realized they were worth saving.
Gone But Not Forgotten: AMC Eagle Wagon
The AMC Eagle may be gone, but its influence is everywhere. Long before crossovers filled American driveways, AMC built a lifted, four-wheel-drive wagon that predicted the future. Rugged, odd, useful, and way ahead of its time, the Eagle deserves its place among the cars we still miss.
Great Cars That Nobody Bought—But Collectors Now Chase
You don’t shop for a Subaru Baja so much as you cross paths with one. It shows up unexpectedly—parked at the edge of a driveway, wedged between ordinary crossovers on a used lot, or buried deep in an online listing that somehow escaped broader attention.
Mazda RX-7: An Icon of Japanese Sports Cars
Today, the RX-7 stands shoulder to shoulder with legends like the MGB and Mazda’s own MX-5 Miata as one of the most successful sports cars ever made.
Pontiac G8 GT: A Muscle Sedan That Still Turns Heads
If you're in the market for a used performance sedan that flies under the radar but delivers V8 thrills, the 2008–2009 Pontiac G8 GT is worth serious consideration.
FLASHBACK THE PONTIAC TRANS AM WS6
In light of 2024 being the last year for Chevrolet’s iconic Camaro, we thought it might be a good...
FLASHBACK—THE GMC TYPHOON
Before every luxury brand decided it needed a stupidly fast SUV, GMC built the Typhoon — a turbocharged, all-wheel-drive two-door oddball that helped invent the muscle SUV. With 280 horsepower, a 5.3-second 0–60 run, and production limited to just 4,697 units, the Typhoon was strange, quick, impractical, and absolutely unforgettable.
Pontiac Solstice: A Hidden Gem in Sports Car History
The Pontiac Solstice, much like its namesake implies, came and went like that special kind of Summer. Captivating, exciting, memorable, and yet all too brief, Bob Lutz’s dream car had everything we could have wanted in a twenty-thousand-dollar sports car.
The 1969 Pontiac Farago CF 428: A Glimpse into Automotive Futurism
Discover the groundbreaking 1969 Pontiac Farago CF 428 concept car. Explore its visionary design and powerful performance in this in-depth article.