
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





Is Ford Building A New GT?
When you’ve already built the craziest pony car of all time, where do you go from there? Well, a new report claims that Ford is

Normal Rental Car Companies Will Rent You A Miata, But Actually Getting One Is Tough
I’ve lost count of how many forgetable, soulless rental cars I’ve driven over the years. While I don’t expect much from most rental agencies, I’d

Someone Just Paid $30,000 For A 1985 Chevy Cavalier And I Want To Know Why
Is $30,000 a lot of money for a car? It depends on what you’re spending it on. A new Mazda MX-5 starts at $31,065 including

You Need To Stop What You’re Doing And Look At These Wheels Right Now
Wheel design can make or break the look of a car. Even if the body shape is to die for, a set of ugly wheels

Why A 15-Year Car Loan Probably Isn’t A Real Thing, Isn’t That Crazy
Mark Twain once said that a lie can travel halfway around the world while the truth is still pulling on its boots. That was back

We’re Auctioning Our Pontiac Aztek On Cars & Bids Right Now!
One of the hardest and most clichéd facts to accept in life is that all good things must come to an end. The encore at

Familiar Friend, Or New Challenge? 1986 Chevy Corvette vs 1992 Mazda Miata
I’ve owned about 35 cars in my life, which I believe is on the low side around here, and never more than three at one

Happy Veteran’s Day! This Detail Of A Muntz Jet Is Sort Of Veteran-Related
Happy Veteran’s Day, everyone! To observe this holiday and honor our brave fighting and organizing and cooking and repairing and logisticating veterans, we’re giving everyone

When You Stay At That Cheap Hotel With A Weird Name: COTD
One of the reasons The Autopian works so well is that, collectively, we’re a thrifty bunch. Our idea of a flight upgrade is an extra

This VW Beetle Diesel Pickup Truck Towing A Tiny Camper Is A Shockingly Cheap Way To Camp
If you’re looking for a unique way to go camping, a weird towable camper is a good start, but is only half of the equation.

Ford Now Charges $1,000 For The Fancy Infotainment Screen In The Mustang And That Feels Like A Rip-Off
It’s model year changeover time for America’s pony car, which is often at least mildly exciting given the sheer fanbase of the Ford Mustang. Alright,

What’s The Most Fun Car To Drive In The Snow?
Northern Illinois got blasted with the first snow of the season over the weekend. I am a bit irked by this. It was only a

Nissan’s New Hot Rod Kit Doubles The Horsepower Of Your Ancient Car, Costs $25,000
One thing I think Nissan does better than any company is catering to fans and owners of its old cars. Most brands wouldn’t prioritize their

The 2027 Kia Telluride Looks Even Posher And Keeps The Amber Daytime Running Lights
Three-row crossovers aren’t typically thought of as enthusiast vehicles, but as someone who was there when the Kia Telluride dropped in 2019? Oh boy, that

This New Motorcycle Has A Crazy Boxer-Electric Hybrid Engine And Is Named After An Iconic World War II Fighter Plane
There’s something crazy going on with motorcycles in China, and it’s honestly fascinating to watch. The region’s manufacturers are trying out crazy ideas, seemingly just

How Electric Motors Killed The Transmission
The death of the conventional gearbox wasn’t a murder – it was a mercy killing. The advent of the modern electric vehicle has allowed automakers

Tesla’s Latest Plan To Stop The Bleeding Is A Car-Rental Program That Seems Wack
Tesla CEO Elon Musk was granted his $878-billion compensation plan on Thursday night, but the headlines don’t really expound on the complexity of that plan.

The New Electric Toyota Hilux Should Be The World’s F-150 Lightning
If the Ford F-150 is America’s truck, the Toyota Hilux is the world’s truck. Even though it hasn’t been available in North America since the

Car Makers Used To Thank You For Buying An Upgraded Audio System By Giving You Strange Mix Tapes
If you grew up four to five decades ago, your idea of infotainment in your parents’ cars was a lot different from what it is

Which One Is Better To Tinker With? 1985 Pontiac Fiero vs 1986 VW Jetta Diesel
Welcome to what is going to be a weird week here at the Showdown! I’m currently sitting in a fancy-pants hotel room in Fort Lauderdale,












