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Win a VIP Kindred Motorworks Experience in Napa Valley
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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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The New Tesla Is Faster Than a Ferrari

We were all giggles when Elon Musk announced the D was coming, but after the unveiling yesterday of the new supercar versions, we had to put a halt to our immaturity and pay attention. The new version of the Model S sports dual-motors (hence the "D"), all-wheel drive, and the…

By Mike Newman
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The EVO Utility Bike Is Designed for San Francisco

No, you don't need to live in San Francisco to ride around on the EVO Utility Bike, but if you happen to live in San Fran, it was the bike designed just for you. The hybrid bicycle blends the utility of a city bike with the ruggedness and geometry of…

By Mike Newman
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New Motorcycles From Ronin Motor Works

The story of the forty-seven Ronin is centuries old and described by Japanese scholars as the country's national legend. Spoiler alert if you haven't seen the Keanu Reeves movie about the tale--the wandering samurais ultimately avenge their master. The people at Buell have always done things differently when it comes…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Pioneer NEX Receivers Now Have Apple CarPlay

In-Dash navigation systems are available in most new cars these days, but the things they can do when you connect your phone via Bluetooth are limited. There's also that whole "new car" thing, so if you have anything older than a few years, you're pretty much sol when it comes…

By Cooper Fleishman
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The Kawasaki Ninja H2R Is the Most Powerful Motorcycle Ever Produced

Sometimes things are made just to look nice. A little spit-shine here, some bright colors there, and you've got something to wow the eyeballs. But when you get up close, you realize there's nothing else to it. It would be easy to think that of the recently announced Kawasaki Ninja H2R.…

By Mike Newman
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