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The Toyota Crown Signia launched in September 2024 as a 2025 model, so taking into account the annual miles covered by the average American motorist, the earliest Crown Signias should’ve covered around 15,000 miles by now. But one Crown Signia driver has already hit over 150,000 miles—roughly 10 times more than the average—in his 2025 Crown Signia. The owner, Justin Thornell, posted the feat on the Toyota Crown Signia Facebook group, while also explaining the maintenance he has done and his goal

Overview, Specs Details The 2026 Mini Cooper lineup stays true to its formula. It offers compact dimensions, quick steering response, and distinctive styling. Buyers can choose from Hardtop 2 Door and 4 Door models, Convertible variants, and performance-focused John Cooper Works trims. Even the base Cooper delivers agile handling and a premium cabin in a city-friendly package. Cooper S models add stronger acceleration and a sportier character. JCW variants raise performance further with more agg

Aznom’s latest concept car is the antithesis of quiet luxury. Called L’Epoque, this Italian-built electric limousine is the automotive definition of excess, and it wears that label with pride. Where many modern electric cars chase restraint, this one leans hard into spectacle, recalling the mindset behind the Cadillac Sixteen and the old-school bravado of the Duesenberg Model J. We've seen everything from a Batmobile-inspired sports car to talk of ultra electric camper vans and an electric Audi

The 2ZR-FE Was One of the Good Ones Toyota’s 2ZR-FE is generally known to be reliable. You’ll find it in the 2009-2013 Corolla and a handful of other Toyotas, quietly shrugging off missed oil changes, long commutes, and the kind of neglect that would sideline most. That said, high-mileage Corollas from this era are everywhere – unless one crosses paths with a botched repair. That’s exactly what happened here: a 260,000-mile engine showed up with connecting rods poking right through the block, as

Ferrari’s newest front-engine V12 hasn’t even had time to cool off, and flippers are already treating it like a royal asset. A 2025 Ferrari 12Cilindri coupe showing just 274 miles sold for for just under $700,000 via duPont Registry, revealing how the market values Maranello’s latest 12-cylinder flagship. View

Between the DCT craze and the 8-10 speed automatics, it’s no wonder there are so many new options for transmissions. It has never been easier to have the highest levels of performance in your hot rod, muscle car, restomod, or custom truck. There are so many performance parts available that never were before, and with the factory putting out better and better parts all the time it is also amazing what you can swap into your ride And the beauty is that more and more people are doing them so the ti

An Unbeatable Price-to-Range Proposition The Leapmotor B05 electric hatchback has launched in China with a price that seems almost impossible by American standards. The entry-level 515 Plus trim starts at just $13,100 during the early-bird promotion period, delivering an impressive 515 kilometers, or roughly 320 miles, of range.  To put this in perspective, the cheapest new electric vehicle available in the United States is the Nissan Leaf, which starts at around $29,990 and offers 303 miles of

Why Modern Engines Use Ultra-Thin Oil As everyone who owns an ICE car should know, oil changes are an integral part of maintaining a vehicle. Skip them for tens of thousands of miles and the results can become catastrophic, as seen in teardown videos of neglected engines that end up full of sludge and metal contamination. Modern engines also rely heavily on the correct oil viscosity. Newer vehicles use tighter internal tolerances, which is why automakers like Toyota now factory-fill many new mod

The Nissan Pathfinder first arrived in 1985, kicking off a nameplate that still exists as a 2026 model. But long before it became a family-friendly crossover, the Pathfinder was a rugged, body-on-frame SUV designed for adventure. Now, a remarkably preserved 1989 Nissan Pathfinder SE V6 4x4 has appeared on Cars & Bids, showing fewer than 900 miles on its odometer. Three years ago, this exact model sold for $37,251 – will it fetch similar money this time around? With just a few hours left of b

An Era of Creation The late 1960s-early 1970s was the era of birth for most of the supercars we look up to today. In that period, the world saw multiple automakers designing the most outrageous and sought-after cars ever seen at the time. While some have stood the test of time, others have vanished, leaving only a trail through the cars they produced. De Tomaso was a brand born from a passion for racing, founded by Argentinian Alejandro De Tomaso. It forged its own path alongside the establishme

A Dying Nameplate, Touched by G-Power The BMW Z4’s retirement has become official with the recently introduced Final Edition. The package focuses on design touches such as Frozen Black paint, shadowline accents, and a tidier interior finish. It makes for a clean and low-volume collectible, though it does not change the way the Z4 drives. For fans who wanted more than a cosmetic send-off, the Final Edition signaled the end of the line without much fire. This is where G-Power comes in. The company

EVs Get a Hybrid Lifeline Horse Powertrain is making a bold play just as the industry starts hedging its EV bets, offering a pathway to convert electric platforms into hybrids. The concept centers on modularity, allowing automakers to integrate combustion engines into existing EV architectures without a ground-up redesign. It’s a strategy that could save billions in development costs while buying time as markets stabilize. Related: New Powertrain Turns EV Platforms Into Hybrids Without Redesign

One of the Most Recognizable Cars in the World Restomodding a Volkswagen Beetle isn’t exactly a new idea – it’s practically inevitable given this model’s worldwide popularity. The original Type 1 Beetle was built for decades, right up until the last ones rolled off the Mexican assembly line in 2003. With its simple design, unmistakable personality, and the fact that you still see them everywhere, it’s no wonder people keep finding new ways to bring the Beetle into the modern era. That’s where Kn

Larry Chen Finds the Ultimate R32 Larry Chen is back in Kyushu, Japan, with another deep dive into Garage Active honcho, Kasuhige Sakamoto-san’s carbon-fiber obsession. This time, the focus is on a narrowbody version of the Nissan Skyline GT-R R32. Unlike the widebody build previously featured, this car retains factory body dimensions. The exaggerated arches are gone. In their place is the original R32 silhouette, executed entirely in dry carbon fiber. Obviously, the weight savings are significa

Trick Rides Modernizes the GT350 Formula Trick Rides has built its reputation on obsessive craftsmanship and reverence for American muscle. Recently, it unveiled the Shelby GT350TR, a modern, track-focused reinterpretation of one of the most important names in American performance. Built entirely in the company’s 31,000-square-foot facility in Yukon, Oklahoma, the GT350TR blends classic Shelby styling cues with contemporary engineering, aiming to deliver modern performance without abandoning the

I’m a Camaro guy. I know people know me for wagons and mini trucks and whatever but I grew up in a Camaro family, my first car was a Camaro, and I love them. My favorites are first Gens like my ’69 Convertible, but I also love a 3rd Gen. 2nd Gens are cool too. Hell, there aren’t any years of Camaro I wouldn’t own at this point, but some are better than others. This 3rd Gen right here is something special with a 700 horsepower LS7 and great looks. Check it out. Video Description: This 1991 Cama

Gunther Werks Delivers First East Coast Turbo Commission Gunther Werks has completed delivery of its first Turbo Coupe commission for a U.S. East Coast customer, debuting the build at the 9th annual Miami Concours. Known as the “Alchemy” commission, the car is the latest example from the company’s limited-production Turbo program, capped at 75 units worldwide and focused on extensively reengineered air-cooled Porsche 911 models. Developed with Prestige Imports and Gunther Werks Miami, the projec

Market Expansion Mansory is a hot take; most people will say the German tuner is responsible for some of the most "ruined" builds and custom jobs in the luxury car aftermarket. One thing you can't take away from it, though, is its growth and expansion, with never-ending new market launches. Recently, it was spotted at the Beijing Auto Show, marking its entry into the Chinese market with a Mansory-dressed Zeekr 9X. Just a few weeks later, the brand is entering new territory in Africa. Fit For A

GMC recently took to the Texas Motor Speedway to film a rather unusual drag race (embedded at the bottom of this article). The lineup included a Ferrari F8 Tributo, a Ford GT, a Dodge Challenger Hellcat, an Aston Martin DBS Superleggera, and a Porsche Taycan, and as the quartet of high-performance cars left the line in a race from 0-60 mph, our vantage point is that of the camera car. Which would win? Well, none of the above. The camera car is victorious by a big margin, and as the race comes to

More Power for the Plug-in Wagon From 727 horsepower to almost a thousand, the Manhart MH5 900E takes a BMW M5 Touring and transforms it into the ultimate family car with supercar power under the hood. Grocery and school runs will never be the same with this much grunt. Clocking in at 898 hp and 885 lb ft of torque, that number is up from the already ludicrous 727 hp and 737 lb ft that the stock car delivers. The BMW M5 has a turbocharged plug-in hybrid powertrain that already delivers face-ripp

China’s Answer to the Fast Luxury Wagon Wagons have always had a small but dedicated fan base, even as the segment is fading in most markets. The BMW M5 Touring is the latest proof – an enthusiast’s long-roof with a plug-in hybrid system and 717 hp, priced firmly in luxury territory. It shows there’s still a real appetite for fast wagons, even if you have to pay for the privilege. China, though, is taking the fast wagon idea in a different direction. The Avatr 06T is a luxury sports wagon from a

From Smartphones to Super SUVs As the world’s largest car market, China inevitably exerts pressure on global automakers as increasingly compelling models continue to emerge from the country. One of the latest examples is the Xiaomi YU7 GT, which reportedly delivers an almost absurd on-paper proposition, boasting close to 1,000 horsepower. According to CarNewsChina, the YU7 GT—the performance-oriented variant of the YU7 SUV – features a dual-motor electric powertrain. The front motor produces 288

Tesla builds ideal daily drivers. Quiet, efficient, practical, and quick when you need it to be. That's why the sight of a towering carbon-fiber rear wing on a Model 3 seems so absurd. Yet, here we are. Unplugged Performance has unveiled a rear wing so aggressive it gives the new Giulia Quadrifoglio's wing a run for its money. And surprisingly, the ASCENSION-RR actually seems to serve a purpose, apart from looking ridiculous, of course. Sensibility Meets Silliness

The Glory Days Some automotive brands build their legacy on the racetrack; the industry is filled with prominent brands like Ferrari, Alfa Romeo, Maserati, Jaguar, and many more that, apart from building road cars, gained fame by competing in the biggest races in the '50s, '60s, and '70s. Aston Martinenjoys the same racing heritage as the above-mentioned brands, having won notable races in Le Mans throughout its history. As a celebration of that proud racing story, a couple of years ago, Aston M

The wonders of the Chinese market The auto industry is valued at over $3 billion, and expected to be worth twice as much in 10 years. In 2024, about 67 million passenger vehicles were produced, with major automakers like Toyota accounting for nearly 11 million. To that, making 500,000 cars in a year and a half might not seem like a significant feat, but it is - especially when you’re an upstart brand with limited reach. Xiaomi, a brand most often associated with manufacturing smartphones and oth