
We’re Heading Back To The Moon And I’m Excited About It, Cynicism Be Damned
For the first time since 1972, human beings will visit the moon. Well, visit near the moon, because this Artemis II mission, set to launch today





Volvo Is Killing Off Its Last Wagon In The US, So If You Want One, Order It Now
Once upon a time, station wagons were popular in the United States. Pretty much every automaker had at least one in its lineup, giving consumers

Thank You For Helping Make This The Best Website On The Human Internet (And Seventh Best On The Ant Internet)!
Happy Honda Days!* We sent a version of this out to members yesterday as an email, but we thought everyone should see it because we’re

Why The Roads In Europe Are Going To Look Even More Different Than Roads In The US In The Future
The average European car has always been a bit different than the average American car. Smaller, more fuel-efficient, cheaper—attributes deemed necessary for buyers who live

I Found A New Tiny Commercial Vehicle To Obsess Over: The SEAT/Siata 600 Formichetta
I’ve always liked the Fiat 600 and its variants, like the original Multipla. They were true peoples’ cars in the mold of the Volkswagen Beetle,

The Coolest G-Wagen Looks Absolutely Nothing Like a G-Wagen
When I think of a Mercedes-Benz G-Class, I think of a boxy SUV with two round headlights, big, chunky wheels, and a spare tire mounted

Which ‘Model Kit’ Would You Rather Assemble? 1971 Saab Sonett vs 1982 Mazda RX-7
I have always been the sort of person who enjoys taking things apart and putting things together. My parents figured that out early on, and

Before Backup Cameras Were A Thing, Toyota (Sort Of) Did The Trick With Mirrors
Backup cameras! Where would we be without them? Probably in the same place we are now, but less well aligned with the stripes in the

The Last Packard Was A Badge-Engineered Fast Luxury Beast
You know the saying about how a wounded animal is still dangerous? I’m sure you do, especially those of you with wounded hyenas in your

This Is The Last Gas-Powered Jaguar, Unless Jaguar Is Smart Enough To Start Building Gas Cars Again
Despite having revealed precisely zero new cars this year, Jaguar has been in the news a lot lately. The British luxury brand spiked most of

What Animal-Name Cars Best Match Their Names?
There are a lot of animal-named cars. Some immediately come to mind (Volkswagen Beetle and Rabbit, Dodge Viper, and Chevy Impala spring to mind first

Nissan Skyline GT-R Owners Are Suing Laguna Seca After A Track Worker Crashed Into Their Cars
Race tracks are some of the few places in the country where you can enjoy your car to the fullest without fear of consequences. But

I Drove My Jeep Comanche 2000 Miles To Pick Up 1500 Pounds Worth Of WWII Jeep Parts. Here’s How It Went
A few months ago I drove to Idaho to pick up a Jeep Comanche I had bought sight unseen. This little truck’s first task would

Why Owning A Car Is Getting More Expensive Faster Than Everything Else
The predictions for next year’s car market are starting to come in, and it is looking extremely meh. Car sales are expected to drop, which

Modified Side By Side UTVs Might Be The Easiest Solution To American-Built Kei Cars
It’s an odd time here at the Autopian. Our Mercedes Streeter and other writers have spent much energy since the launch of the site trying

Waymo’s Robotaxis Falling Flat On Their Faces After A Simple Power Outage Is Proof Self-Driving Cars Still Have A Long Way To Go
Waymo, the Google-owned self-driving company that uses Jaguar I-Pace electric cars to shuttle people around cities without drivers, is slowly becoming a household name. While

This Is The Most Dramatic Depiction Of Sidelights I’ve Ever Seen
As you’re likely aware, this site has been the nation’s premiere organization for the dissemination and preservation of sidelight knowledge and culture, and I’m happy

Which Would You Rather See Under The Tree? 1973 Porsche 914 vs 2003 Dodge Neon SRT-4
Good morning! It’s Christmas this week, and we all know that the best part of the holiday season is getting new toys. So that’s what

Uh Oh, Don’t Mess With Etsy: COTD
There is an old and grim saying that “snitches get stitches.” Basically, if you tattle on someone, there is likely to be physical consequences. But

Here’s Why This $5 Piece Of Bling Can Make Your Car As Usable As A Paperweight
One of the greatest feelings as a car enthusiast is making your car your own. You don’t even have to spend a lot of money

VW Could Have Built An Icon: Why The ID.Buzz Failed
Volkswagen has announced that its reborn electric Microbus, the ID.Buzz, will not have a 2026 model year. This is being treated as more of a












