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12 Cars That Were Built to Last—But Vanished From the Market Anyway

When you think of reliable cars, you probably picture models that stick around for decades, earning loyal fans and racking up impressive mileage. But sometimes, even the most dependable vehicles vanish from the market, leaving drivers scratching their heads. Why do reliable cars disappear, and what can we learn from…

10 Downright Awful Cars From the 1980s

10 Downright Awful Cars From the 1980s

The 1980s gave us a lot to love—big hair, blockbuster movies, and turbocharged dreams. But when it came to cars, not every model rolled off the line with the same magic. In fact, some vehicles from the era were downright awful. From laughable designs to mechanical nightmares, the worst 1980s…

Lexus Trademarked 'LBX' In America. But Why?

Lexus Trademarked 'LBX' In America. But Why?

Automakers securing trademarks and patents in regions where a vehicle may not exist is nothing new. Ram recently filed a patent for its Rampage truck in the US, but we don't necessarily expect to see that exact model Stateside. GM, meanwhile, recently renewed its Pontiac trademark, but we're not holding…

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GM Trademarked the Pontiac Name, But Don't Expect a Comeback

It's been 16 years since General Motors killed the Pontiac brand, and nearly three years since the Bring back Pontiac Facebook page's last official post. There's still a lot of love out there for the brand, with plenty of folks clamoring for its return. But there's little chance GM will…

7 Classic Cars That Are Still Cheaper Than a New Honda Civic

While the Civic offers reliability and modern features, it lacks the character and charm that many car enthusiasts crave. Fortunately, the world of classic cars presents numerous options that are not only rich in history and style but also surprisingly affordable. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or a newcomer to…

What Makes a Car Beautiful?

The cars we love are machines designed by humans. The Pontiac Aztek, Lamborghini Miura, Citroën 2CV, and Chrysler PT Cruiser—beautiful or not—were all styled with purpose and intent. But that doesn't mean the public embraces every new car that pushes design boundaries.

The New Hyundai Nexo Shows Hyundai Is Serious About Hydrogen

This is the all-new Hyundai Nexo. If it looks familiar, it’s because it’s exactly like the Initium concept revealed late last year. From the rear, it's not unlike a modern Pontiac Aztek, which isn’t exactly a compliment. But overall, the mid-size crossover is quite a looker.

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Mercedes Design Boss Says AI Will Design Future Cars: 'My Successor Will Be A Machine'

Mercedes Design Boss Says AI Will Design Future Cars: 'My Successor Will Be A Machine'

In case you haven't bowed down to our AI overlords just yet, Mercedes-Benz design chief Gorden Wagener is here with a reminder. Not just any nudge, either—it's more of a warning. One for folks who refuse to buy a blob-shaped car, and another for the auto industry as a whole:…

Tesla Drivers Are The Worst In The Country: Study

Tesla Drivers Are The Worst In The Country: Study

Teslas may be among the safest vehicles on the road for crashworthiness, but that doesn’t make them immune from lousy driving. A new study ranked Tesla drivers as the worst in the U.S. in 2024, surpassing Ram from the year before.

This Pontiac Trans Sport Is Our New Favorite Lego Set

This Pontiac Trans Sport Is Our New Favorite Lego Set

Unless you were at least a few years old in 1990, it's hard to describe the "dustbuster" craze. At a time when American vehicles still largely had sharp edges, the Chevrolet Lumina APV, Oldsmobile Silhouette, and the Pontiac Trans Sport landed from the future. These aerovans and their raked windshields…

Holden Only Built 30 of These Utes—And You Can Buy One

Holden Only Built 30 of These Utes—And You Can Buy One

Utes rock. Even though we no longer get them in the US (RIP Pontiac G8 ST), we can at least appreciate the funky car-based trucks from abroad. And this one's worth gawking over. It's an ultra-rare Holden VF SSV "Blue Meanie" that's heading to auction in Australia.

I Want To Go Off-Grid In Kia's PV5 WKNDR Electric Van

I Want To Go Off-Grid In Kia's PV5 WKNDR Electric Van

Falling in love with a concept car is setting yourself up to fail. The vast majority of them never become real vehicles, and those that do often end up disappointingly far from their striking original designs. For every BMW i8, we also get about 50 Pontiac Azteks. But love isn't…

The Saturn Sky Is a Strangely Good Candidate for an AWD Swap

The Saturn Sky Is a Strangely Good Candidate for an AWD Swap

The Saturn Sky and Pontiac's Solstice's extensive cost-cutting measures may actually have benefits, as it turns out.

Don’t Be Fooled: This Pontiac Fiero Has A Tesla Model S Powertrain

Don’t Be Fooled: This Pontiac Fiero Has A Tesla Model S Powertrain

The Pontiac Fiero GT name plate comes with a lot of baggage. But this Tesla Model S conversion provides the power and reliability that 1980s GM wasn't able to.

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This Was Pontiac's Last Concept Car

The G8 concept was created in 2008 but never shown to the public ... until now.

A Screen Inside a Steering Wheel Is Now Possible, Unfortunately

Oh good, another screen is exactly what cars need.

The Affordable American Family Sedan Is Dead

With Chevrolet discontinuing the Malibu, affordable family four-doors from the Big Three are a thing of the past.

Bob Lutz Explains How GM Decided Which Brands to Kill in 2008

The feds wanted Buick and GMC to die, among others.

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The Pontiac G8 ST Was the Modern Ute America Deserved

The V-8-powered sport truck that could have been.

Pontiac Should Have Been Great. GM Killed It Instead.

Former Executive Bob Lutz reflects on what could have been, 15 years after Pontiac got axed.

Tesla Model Y Driver Survives Deadly Construction Accident

Quick thinking and quick braking may have saved the life of this Tesla Model Y owner whose car was crushed by a falling piece of a construction crane.

Tesla’s $3,000 Cybertruck Rooftop Tent Reminds Us Of The Pontiac Aztek

Tesla started shipping its so-called Basecamp tent and it feels like the 2000s again. Is that good or bad? You be the judge.

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Mary Barra Net Worth 2024: The General Motors CEO's Financial Success

Mary Barra may be one of the toughest women in a man's world. Being the CEO of GM makes her a worthy subject when it comes to determining someone's net worth.

Here's Why Burnin' Key Cars Were Better Than Hot Wheels

Did your Hot Wheels come with a legit key that made it go? I think not.

Toyota Admits Engine Testing Cheating, Tops Global Sales

Toyota reports record global vehicle sales of over 11 million in 2023, while facing a testing scandal. Company pledges to address the issue and uphold quality.

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