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Over Tesla? Try These Model 3 Alternatives
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Over Tesla? Try These Model 3 Alternatives

There are several great options for those wanting to drive emission free—without baggage.

By Xavier Harding
The 6 Best Luxury Hybrid Vehicles for 2025
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The 6 Best Luxury Hybrid Vehicles for 2025

Premium automakers might be paring back their electric ambitions, but these top-tier hybrids and plug-ins have beauty and efficiency to spare. 

By Amos Kwon
The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Was Worth the Wait
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The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Was Worth the Wait

The modern reimagining of VW’s iconic microbus ranks among the best automotive releases in recent memory.

By Amos Kwon
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Bike Handlebars That Vibrate For Directions

Looking down at your phone for directions while riding your bike is dangerous. Instead of maxing out the volume and trying to listen over the wind blowing in your face, consider smrtGRiPS. The clever handlebars pair with your iOS or Android device and deliver GPS instructions by buzzing when you…

By Mike Newman
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Acura Is Bringing Back the NSX

Okay, so maybe the return of the NSX isn't breaking news (Acura had a concept car years ago), but now we finally have a production model to check out. With the same Italian supercar feel as the old NSX, the new model will probably run you around $150,000. Each NSX…

By Mike Newman
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The Ford GT Supercar Was Just Revealed

You may remember the Ford GT. It was Ford's supercar from 2005 which landed on the front of Gran Turismo. It was a gas guzzling specimen for the ages inspired by the GT40 of Le Mans fame. And after some fanfare, it went away. Well, Ford went ahead and brought the…

By Mike Newman
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Land Rover is Sending the Defender out in Style with 3 Special Edition Models

It looks like the illustrious run of the iconic Defender is coming to an end. While Land Rover hasn't completely shut the door on future production, they do seem to be prepping the off-road vehicle for retirement. And if they're sending it out, they're doing it the right way. Land…

By Mike Newman
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This Mercedes-Benz Self-Driving Concept Was Sent from the Future

When autonomous autos actually become a reality, what will we do in our cars? Well, perhaps a better question will be: what won't we do in our cars? The Mercedes-Benz F 015 Luxury in Motion research car boasts a cabin that's more like a lounge, with four large seats that rotate…

By Mike Newman
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