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Racing driver Stephen Mallozzi has recently come on the media scene as one of the most interesting stories in racing. While he started racing in karts as a nine-year-old, and at one point was racing— albeit on a much smaller budget — against the likes of Formula 1 driver Nicholas Latifi, he never really found his…

Parking is a touchy subject in the United States right now. Whether you’re talking about new construction parking minimums in cities, street parking being removed in favor of bike lanes, or metered parking rates, it seems everyone has an opinion about where they put their wheels when they aren’t turning. But perhaps…

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Crying children have been the quintessential airline nuisance since passenger flights became affordable enough for families. While the criminal antics of unruly adult passengers have certainly escalated how awful flights can be, underage fliers still catch the scorn of other passengers. An airline targeting Dutch…

Nissan has just revealed a new special edition of its Frontier: A 1980’s inspired retro edition called the 2024 Nissan Frontier Hardbody Edition. It was made to honor the beloved compact Nissan hardbody pickup from the 1980s, now applied to its modern truck.

The electric era is coming, whether we all like it or not. It’s an exciting time — new propulsion methods, new forms of tuning and modifying, a whole new world of power adders to consider. But if you’re thinking about updating your classic car to the 21st century, you might want to hold off for a few more years.

The average new car transaction price in August — $48,451 — was down 2.4 percent from the start of 2023, marking the largest decrease in the last decade. That’s a great reprieve from the soaring heights of early this year, but current prices are basically identical to what they were in August last year. So while new…

The North American International Auto Show is this week and, yet again, what was once a fairly exciting event is kinda dead this year. The press conferences wrap up in one morning, and the advanced info we have is rather dull. NAIAS is turning back into what it once and really always was; a local dealership showcase.

NASA announced Thursday it is appointing a director research to study unidentified aerial phenomenon, also known as UFOs, following the recommendations of an independent panel of 16 researchers.

Icebergs and glaciers used to be the greatest threat to ships crossing the North Atlantic Ocean a century ago. Luxury voyages now explicitly head further north in the Arctic Ocean for sightseers to experience first-hand the gradually melting wonders of the world’s iciest regions. A cruise ship ran aground above the…

The Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX concept was designed from the ground up to be the “most efficient Mercedes-Benz ever built,” and a little over a year ago, it managed to drive nearly 750 miles on a single charge. That’s the kind of range that puts pretty much every other electric vehicle to shame, but a team of German…

On United flight 694 from Denver, Colorado to Cleveland, Ohio this Wednesday, I was pleasantly surprised to see that my complimentary seatback in-flight entertainment offered integrated bluetooth connectivity. Oh sweet, now I can watch a film without using the terrible free cans on a string the airline calls earbuds.…

Street takeovers have been getting worse in Southern California. If you live near a freeway or major street, at any time of the night you’re bound to hear burnouts, donuts or racing. It’s dangerous, and the their frequency has seemed to increase. It’s gotten to the point that the LA Times reports that LA County…

As technology becomes more inescapable and we as consumers feel increasingly alienated, many have begun to seek out more authentic, tangible experiences. Some my find the process of crafting a perfect pour-over more satisfying than operating a Keurig, for example. Others may prefer the process of starting a tiny…

With updates on the 2024 Ford F-150 come a bit of lineup reshuffling and unsurprisingly, higher prices. Excluding destination, base prices for the entry to the F-150 lineup, the XL, are up $2,735, for instance. So whether you’re curious about just what the new F-150 offers or you’re an active shopper, here’s every…

The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating after a United Airlines flight arriving at Logan Airport in Boston nearly landed while a prior arrival was still on the runway. Boston 25 News says an air traffic controller told United Flight 2267 from Chicago to perform a “go-around” a little before 11 p.m. on…

The European Union launched an investigation into the recent “flood” of Chinese-built electric vehicles this week. European Commission President Urula von der Leyen unveiled discussions that Chinese EV makers are massively benefiting from government subsidies, creating unfair trade imbalance. The EU probe is designed…

Nick lives in California and has a few Land Rovers that he really enjoys, but they aren’t the best vehicles for zooming around town and they are a tad thirsty. He wants something fun, unique, and fuel-efficient to complement his Rover fleet. What car should he buy?

Two Canadian drivers have been caught on film wrestling with each other on active lanes of Highway 401 in Ontario after what cops are calling a road rage incident.

Rolling back odometers on used cars and then selling them as if they’ve accrued far less mileage than they actually have is definitely illegal, but that hasn’t stopped some used car dealerships from doing it anyway. Over in Ohio, the Mega Group will be the fourth used-car dealership to come under scrutiny from state…

It’s the last day for the Big Three to come to an agreement with the United Auto Workers union before the contract expires and the UAW plans to go on strike. We’re still holding out hope that they’ll be able to reach a fair deal before tomorrow, but it’s entirely possible that they won’t. Considering the impact that a…

Most drivers are familiar with the steady procession through the drive-thru lane at the typical fast-food restaurant. It almost feels like a ritual to ease up to the menu, place an order over the intercom, and then make your way to the window. However, you never expect that half your car will be crushed before you’re…

For car enthusiasts like you and me, a car’s transmission is a super important part of the overall experience. In a lot of ways, it can be even more important than the engine it’s attached to or the car it’s in. A good manual — or hell, a good automatic — can really make a car great, even if the rest of it isn’t the…

Good morning! It’s Thursday, September 14, 2023, and this is The Morning Shift, your daily roundup of the top automotive headlines from around the world, in one place. Here are the important stories you need to know.

Prosecutors in Davis County, Utah, declined to press charges in the traffic stop death of Chase Allan, who espoused sovereign citizen rhetoric before being shot by police earlier this year.