2024 Hyundai Sonata Review: First Drive

Hyundai continues to pursue the family sedan market with the refreshed 2024 Sonata. Never a brand to shy away from radical redesigns, the new car features a drastically different look up front and in the rear. What hasn’t changed are the engines, with a choice of three four-cylinder engines, one naturally aspirated, one turbocharged, and the other a hybrid.

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The V12 Aston Martin Vanquish Ain't Dead Yet

For 25 years Aston Martin has offered a V12 in its flagship cars. That, shockingly, isn’t about to change. Aston promises huge power from a similarly huge twin-turbo V12 engine, with a claimed 824 horsepower and 738 pound-feet of torque on tap for what will surely be the next Vanquish. The last Vanquish bowed out in 2018, and its 6.0-liter naturally-aspirated V12 made 580 hp and 465 lb-ft. It’s a tremendous improvement and one that comes as a result of an entirely new V12.

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The AutoGuide Show Ep 16: Tacoma Hybrid, Macan EV, Tire Tips, and More

This week we take a first drive of the new Toyota Tacoma Hybrid and the Porsche Macan EV. We also drive a compact car favorite and the best version of the new BMW X2. In the news we discuss the death of an underrated Subaru as well as some new electrified luxury super SUVs.

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Aftermarket Service Providers Witness Surge in Customer Satisfaction

The latest insights from the J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Aftermarket Service Index (ASI) Study unveil a notable upturn in overall customer satisfaction across three pivotal segments: full-service maintenance and repair, tire replacement, and quick oil change. This resurgence is particularly striking in full-service maintenance and repair, witnessing a substantial improvement, followed by tire replacement and quick oil change services.

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Acura Integra Type S Vs Nissan Z Comparison

You’re an OG, I get it. You’ve got the back issues of Sport Compact Car and the prizes from the Fast and the Furious trivia nights to prove it—hashtag family.

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10 Least Expensive Car Brands to Maintain
Save $100 on High Performance Tires From Tires Easy

If you want to get the most out of your high performance vehicle, you need a set of high performance tires. These tires offer you the grip and traction you just can’t find in a set of all-season tires. Of course, buying a new set of high performance tires can be an expensive proposition. Fortunately, we have teamed up with the folks at Tires-Easy.com to help save you some money.

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How Mismatched Tires Ruin Your Car and Destroy Tires

On the most recent episode of The AutoGuide Show brought to you by eBay Motors, we had a chance to sit down with Ian McKenney, Senior Product Manager for Bridgestone. We covered plenty of topics during the podcast, including why mis-matched tires are a bad idea.

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Explore Automotive History at the 2024 Greenwich Concours d'Elegance

From May 31st to June 2nd, Greenwich, Connecticut, will host the Greenwich Concours d'Elegance. This event features a selection of historically significant and performance-oriented vehicles. It provides an opportunity for attendees to view a mix of classic and contemporary cars.

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Three Tire Brands You Need To Put On Your Radar

If you’re in the market for new tires for your vehicle, whether it’s for your truck, car, sports car, SUV, minivan, there are a lot of choices when it comes to picking a brand. Lexani Performance Tires, RBP Tire, and Lionart Tires are three brands that should be on your radar, as they have some amazing tires to mount to your ride and are definitely worth checking out.

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Navigating the 10 Worst U.S. Cities for Drivers

Driving in some U.S. cities can be more challenging than others, as indicated by a recent study conducted by Forbes Advisor. The study assessed various aspects of driving across 47 metropolitan areas in the United States. The findings reveal that cities like Oakland, California, and Miami, Florida, rank among the most difficult places for drivers.

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2024 Hyundai Elantra SEL Review: Five Star Driver

The Hyundai Elantra sees useful updates for 2024, with a freshened face and even more standard tech. With the compact segment continuing to see challenges from the small SUV crowd, Hyundai's now-smallest sedan majors on what sedans have long done best: offering a ton of space mixed with great fuel economy.

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Polestar Has A Prototype EV That Charges From 10-80% In Just 5 Minutes

Polestar is working with an Israeli startup called StoreDot to improve charging speeds for its vehicles. Using a prototype Polestar 5 sedan, the prototype was able to charge from 10% to 80% in just 5 minutes.

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10 Most Expensive Car Brands to Maintain According to Consumer Reports
2024 BMW X2 xDrive28i Review: Baby Grows Up

Even with a growth spurt for its second generation, the BMW X2 retains its high-riding hot hatch feel—especially in the hard-riding M35i model. The entry-level xDrive28i sacrifices some outright speed, but tempts buyers with a more well-rounded ride, not to mention a useful (comparative) discount.

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America Plugs In: CarMax Data Shows Surge in EV Consideration

CarMax data from January 2021 through February 2024 reflects a significant uptick in searches for electric vehicles, with a 177% rise indicating a growing consumer curiosity and intent to purchase EVs.

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