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Kumho Road Venture HT Review: Quiet, Durable and Built for Daily Driving
Kumho’s new Road Venture HT light-truck and SUV tire is designed for drivers who spend most of their time on pavement but still want the durability and rugged appearance associated with a truck or SUV tire. Recently, I traveled to Seattle, Washington, to test the Road Venture HT at Evergreen Speedway. Rather than following a…
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2027 Jeep Grand Cherokee Adds New Upland Trim and Trailhawk Power
Jeep is expanding the Grand Cherokee lineup for 2027 with a new Laredo Upland trim, updated equipment across several models and a revised powertrain strategy for the Trailhawk. The 2027 Grand Cherokee Trailhawk continues to target serious off-road drivers, while the Overland combines trail-focused equipment with a more upscale appearance and interior. Meanwhile, the Grand…
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The $20,000 Used Car Is Becoming a Rarity in 2026
Used cars are becoming increasingly difficult to find at affordable prices, as higher new-car prices push more buyers toward the used market and drive up demand for older vehicles. The average price of a new car in the United States has climbed past $50,000, with consumers increasingly choosing larger vehicles and more expensive features. That…
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German Automakers Face Major China Market Share Crisis
German automakers are losing ground rapidly in China as Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Volkswagen face sharp sales declines and growing pressure from domestic rivals such as BYD and Xiaomi. The downturn has become severe enough that European automakers are collaborating with Chinese companies as they attempt to keep pace with the speed of innovation in the…
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BFGoodrich Trail-Terrain T/A+ Review: First 500 Miles
The BFGoodrich Trail-Terrain T/A+ is designed for drivers who want serious off-road capability without giving up the comfort needed from a daily driver. After the first 500 miles on a 2011 two-door Jeep Wrangler Sport, the tire has impressed with its ride quality, dry-weather grip and aggressive appearance, while deeper water has exposed some weaknesses.…
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Auto News: Jaguar Type 01, Dodge GLH and Record Car Loans
Welcome to The Downshift, The Drive’s morning automotive news roundup, covering the biggest headlines from around the globe. Here’s the key automotive news to catch up on for Wednesday, August 12, 2026. Jaguar Reveals Type 01 Interior Ahead of Debut Jaguar has released the first images, though they are more like renders, showing the interior…
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Ford Fathom: New Affordable Electric Pickup Gets a Name
Ford has officially named its next affordable electric pickup the Fathom, confirming a $28,350 starting price, new technology and plans to begin production in 2027. The automaker has not yet revealed the production truck’s exterior design, leaving its final appearance undisclosed. What We Know About the Ford Fathom The Ford Fathom will be the first…
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Chevrolet Ends Retail Sales in China After 21 Years
Chevrolet is ending its retail operations in China after 21 years, as General Motors shifts its focus in the market toward Buick and Cadillac. The move follows a dramatic decline in Chevrolet sales, which fell from 760,000 vehicles in 2014 to fewer than 9,000 units last year. Chevrolet Retreats From China’s Retail Market General Motors…
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Toyota Maverick Rival Patent Reveals New Unibody Pickup Idea
Toyota’s potential Ford Maverick rival appears to be gaining momentum, with a new patent filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office detailing a truck-specific suspension mounting designed to address some of the structural challenges associated with unibody pickups. Toyota Targets a Key Unibody Pickup Challenge The Ford Maverick has become a major success,…
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McLaren P50 Teaser Reveals Manual Supercar Ahead of Debut
The McLaren P50 appears to be nearing its official debut, with a new teaser showing fleeting glimpses of the automaker’s latest creation alongside the M6GT road car. The clip suggests the new special-edition supercar shares the M6GT’s silhouette and, more importantly, its manual transmission. McLaren P50 Teaser Sets August 14 Reveal McLaren has spent the…
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