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When the 1965 Corvette Stingray Convertible came out, it was instantly the coolest car on the road. Everyone wanted to be seen driving one, and nothing has changed. It is still one of the coolest cars on the road, and is a highly sought-after car by collectors and hot-rod lovers alike. The folks at Dream Giveaway are back with another car you will want parked in your garage - a sweet 1965 Corvette Stringray Convertible resto-mod.

Welcome to the 12th episode of The AutoGuide Show brought to you by eBay Motors. This week we discuss a bunch of new debuts from the New York Auto Show as well as other car news. We have a review from an unsuspecting PHEV sleeper and discuss the best Subarus of all-time.

When Porsche set out to produce its first electric car it had to make sure that it went about it in a way that captured the essence of the brand.

Recently, we spent a week with a 2024 Alfa Romeo Giulia Veloce Q2. Although there were plenty of issues with the car during our time with it, a few other unexpected surprises emerged. Below we summarize the top three things we were not anticipating during our test drive.

BFGoodrich’s All-Terrain T/A KO2 has been a dominant force in the all-terrain tire game since its launch. It carries the torch once lit by the original BFG A/T which helped develop the category and made its mark by becoming one of the most popular and easily recognizable choices in the off-road, truck, and SUV tire world. To see if the KO2 is worth the hype, BFG sent us a set to test on our ongoing Lexus GX460 daily-driver-meets-off-roader build.

Only 25 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Edition 1 examples will be made. That’s fewer cars than even boutique high-end automakers like Koenigsegg and Bugatti produce in a few years. Given the exclusivity, Mercedes wants a lot of money for such a limited run of cars. $82,435 including destination, to be exact. In fairness, Mercedes includes a ton of otherwise optional extras as standard. This includes the AMG Aerodynamics Package, which adds a front splitter and rear spoiler, as well as a larger diffuser (which here features red accenting). Anything once shiny is made black by the included AMG Night Package, and all Edition 1 models will come finished in AMG Manufaktur Mountain Grey Paint.

After too many years of being neglected, GM has decided to throw some money and attention at their premium brand, Buick and according to the General, it’s working.

Fifty percent makes a lot more sense now.

The R1T and R1S lineup will now encompass three total trims: Entry, Adventure, and Premium, likely in that order. Currently, Rivian offers the R1T and S Adventure with dual-motor AWD, a Performance dual-motor AWD setup, and a quad-motor AWD setup. There’s no telling exactly how the new trim levels will change these offerings, but we should find out soon- Rivian’s NHTSA paperwork shows these changes could take effect for 2025 model year trucks and SUVs.

Findings from a 2024 survey indicate that skepticism and unease are prevalent among American drivers when it comes to fully autonomous vehicles. A significant 66% of participants have expressed fear, while 25% remain unsure about the prospect of self-driving cars. This data suggests that driver trust in these technologies has not seen an upward trend, mirroring last year’s spike in skepticism. Nonetheless, there is a clear interest in semi-autonomous features that suggests a path forward for the automotive industry.

A torque wrench is a valuable tool for anyone serious about their mechanical work. Professional mechanics understand the importance of properly torqued fasteners, which is why they keep a selection of ¼”, ⅜”, and ½” drive torque wrenches in their toolboxes.

Even if you’re only a casual car enthusiast, the ritual of washing your vehicle can be an excellent way to relax on a sunny afternoon. It’s a great way to get some alone time or reconnect with your family after a long week of work and other obligations. Regularly washing your car or truck can also pay off in more pragmatic ways. Bird excrement, tree sap, and even plain old dirt and dust can permanently damage the paint finish if you don’t clean it promptly, and that can have a negative effect on your vehicle’s resale value.

Toyota has begun to lift the cover off the latest 4Runner, sharing the first teaser image of the new off-roader. Toyota is known for keeping its models around for some time, and the current 4Runner debuted 14 years ago, back in 2010. Conceivably, someone reading this story right now could have lived their entire lives without seeing a new 4Runner generation. While keeping a model around for a while isn’t so terrible from an environmental and economic standpoint, it’s certainly safe to say people are excited for the new one.