George Barris may not be a recognizable name to some; however, without his influence, several iconic television cars would never have existed. For example, in the 1966 Batman television series starring Adam West, Barris helped transform a Lincoln Futura Concept into the now-famous Batmobile. ...

Back when you could say ‘Dodge’ and ‘Ram’ in the same breath, the carmaker brought the world a one-of-a-kind sport pickup truck based on the regular Ram 1500, with just 10,000 or so units made. The so-called Dodge Ram SRT-10 first saw the light of day as a concept back in 2002, before its ...

Rivian took a page from Steve Jobs and had “one more thing” to show off during its R2 reveal event in California today. And it was a stunner. The Rivian R3 is a slightly shorter, sportier-looking electric SUV than the R2, and it will come in a performance variant badged as R3X. Rivian founder ...

The 2025 Dodge Charger just made its global debut, and it's official: the iconic Daytona name is back! And that's not the only big news. The Daytona is now an all-electric vehicle and the first factory muscle car to rely on battery power. The Daytona is back in the spotlight four years since ...

Pickup trucks have been around since the early days of the automobile. Specifically, Rapid Motor Vehicle Company built one-ton pickups as early as 1902, some 15 years before Ford introduced the Model TT. Initially conceived as no-frills, rugged workhorses, pickup trucks evolved to include more ...

Ford officially ended the 2023-2024 winter with the first official battery replenishment session at one of Tesla's Supercharger stalls. It was the first legacy automaker to announce the move to NACS and access for its buyers to the now Texas-based EV maker's high-power charging network. So, it ...

Driving a semi without a trailer means the front wheels are more load-bearing and could make the truck more challenging to steer. Moreover, a bobtail truck can accelerate faster than a loaded semi, exacerbating the steering issue at higher speeds. With less weight on the rear wheels, a bobtail ...

My first 944-related memory dates back to circa 2001. I was playing NFS: Porsche and had unlocked this car. I remember how shockingly fast it felt after a few upgrades in the garage. But it has never reached the same popularity as the 911s. And there's nothing wrong with that. After all, it ...

As automotive urban legends go, this is neither the strangest nor the most surprising, if it were true. In 2014, Bugatti banned multimedia kingpin Simon Cowell from ever buying a Bugatti again. Photo: Darin Schnabel for RM Sotheby's/Instagram Simon Cowell (Composite) The reason for ...

SpeedKore Performance and Abimelec Design are helping that dream become reality, as it doesn't seem like Chrysler is going to do it anytime soon. According to SpeedKore, their latest project is called the "Baba Yaga," a Hellcat-powered 2023 Chrysler Pacifica, except this version is slated to ...

When Ford unveiled the S197's GT concept at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit two decades ago, it wasn't the 400-hp supercharged engine that drew on muscle car lovers' heartstrings. Instead, it was the design. Ford used the D2C platform (D-class two-door coupe) for the ...

Fuel management tips became paramount to use the moment the President, Bola Tinubu while speaking at his inauguration ceremony on May 29, 2023, announced the removal of the fuel subsidy. Since President Tinubu made this pronouncement to address Nigeria’s economic and fiscal challenges, the pump ...

When embarking on a DIY van conversion project, you need careful planning to make sure the layout is not only efficient but also well-suited for your lifestyle. This is all the more important when the van you're outfitting is a shorter model like this 2019 Ram ProMaster with a 136 wheelbase ...

As it turns out, “right-sizing” EV production and investments to meet buyer demand is an incredibly difficult thing to do for automakers. Ford has found that out the hard way over the past few years, as it first struggled to meet demand for the Mustang Mach-E and F-150 Lightning before ...

Saving a classic Impala doesn't always come down to restoring the car to factory specifications. Restomod, custom builds, and rat rods are some ideas that could allow a previously abandoned Chevy to get back on the road. The 1962 Impala in these photos was about to receive a different second ...

Introduced in 1966, the original Dodge Charger remained in production through 1978. Dodge produced four different generations, all with unique characteristics in terms of design and performance. 11 photosPhoto: Scott Bradian/eBay The first-generation version arrived as a ...

The Huayra's engine was built by Mercedes' AMG performance division, and according to Car and Driver, only 40 Huayra BC roadsters will be made. The engine vents its exhaust via six distinct pipes, and four intercoolers are employed to keep the motor from turning into a blob of molten metal. ...

Pry bars are another must-have tool when working on cars. Most automotive components are attached to each other with a lot of force. Combine that force with corrosion and rust, and sometimes, it can feel impossible to disconnect two vehicle parts. This is where tools like impact wrenches, ...

Starting a family doesn't mean you have to give up on your mobile lifestyle dreams. Take the example of this adventurous family who travels across the globe in a Mercedes expedition truck. Meet Michael and Fleur and their two kids, Given and Julie, who travel full-time in "Manfred," their ...

This week, Ford Motor Company was busy again, although this time at home in America - where it introduced the refreshed seven-seat Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator siblings for the 2025 model year. Not long ago, we cheered for the arrival (for ordering) of the all-new S650 seventh-generation 2024 ...

1. Unusual paint jobs Extreme-photographer/Getty Images When a car first leaves the factory, it's got a nice, even coat of paint across all of its external panels. Obviously, though, even a minor accident is going to mess up that nice paint job something fierce. After a car is repaired ...

One of the most quintessential American aftermarket wheel producers, HRE Performance Wheels, has been trying to set the industry standard since 1978 – but you wouldn't expect to see one of their products on a 1970s Suburban, right? 10 photosPhoto: hre_wheels / Instagram Offered ...

An iconic nameplate from the golden muscle car era and the early malaise period, the Dodge Dart is mainly remembered as a compact car. And that's not surprising given that it was sold as one from 1963 through 1976. But the Dart actually emerged as a notably larger automobile. Dodge initially ...

The world of custom vehicles is so diverse that there's a little bit of something for virtually anyone. We've got trucks, SUVs, muscle, classics, and many others, all of them fighting for the attention and the money of auction-goers. And, from time to time, we also have COEs, so insanely styled ...

Unless you're willing to get down and dirty with a do-it-yourself oil change, you could avoid scams and save money by asking around and comparing prices. Moreover, shops and garages typically offer discount coupons for preventative maintenance services like oil changes and brake ...

Keeping your tires looking clean and shiny is not easy. As soon as you wash your car they're the first thing to get dirty again. If you want to keep your tires looking clean, you should consider spraying some tire shine on them right after a wash. Tire shine can help keep your tires looking brand ...

There was a time when American car shoppers could buy sporty little convertibles based on the platforms of econo-commuters, but that was back during the era of the 1991-1994 Mercury Capri and open-air versions of the Geo Metro and Yugo GV. Those good times continued in Europe, though, and Peugeot ...

An exhaust manifold is a set of iron pipes that lead from your car's cylinder bank to the initial pipe that leads to the catalytic converter. This part connects your engine to the rest of the exhaust system, allowing it to expel the waste gases produced by the combustion process. You need one ...

On average, more gas-powered vehicles fail in the cold than EVs, but that's largely because there are more of them on the road. No matter the type of vehicle, there are certain precautions every car owner should take to enhance their vehicle's performance in the cold. A gas-powered vehicle must ...

The Environmental Protection Agency just released its 2023 Automotive Trends Report, which describes its regulatory framework for light duty vehicles and the progress being made by the automotive industry. The report focuses heavily on tailpipe carbon dioxide and includes finalized U.S. data ...

Before purchasing a car, there are several important factors to consider. Here are some key points to keep in mind: 1. Budget: Determine how much you can afford to spend on a car, including the purchase price, insurance, fuel, maintenance, and other related expenses. Consider your monthly income ...

By Juliet Umeh The Nigerian market for used cars, also known as Tokunbo, have hit 500,000 per year, against 13,000 for brand new cars in the country. General Manager of automobile company, CFAO Suzuki, Aissatou Diouf, disclosed this yesterday when her company entered into a cutting-edge ...

Nigerian car owners and buyers of used cars have bemoaned the increasing rate of stealing and cannibalization of vehicle catalysts by mechanics, used car dealers and vehicle importers in recent times. Most of the car owners who lamented their ordeals to Vanguard said that road side mechanics steal ...

With the hike in fuel price here to stay, car owners across the country would have to find ways to survive despite the increased cost. Whether to work, a drive to purchase groceries at the mall, pick up a partner or attend religious meetings, conserving fuel while on these journeys has now ...

By  Anozie Egole The Ports and Terminal Multipurpose Limited has slammed an additional N50,000 per unit on a forklift. In a notice sighted by our correspondent on Saturday, signed by the management of PTML, dated April 17, the additional charge will take effect from May 1, 2023. The notice ...

Carl Benz is one of the most influential inventors of the 19th century and is credited as the inventor of the first practical automobile. Born Karl Friedrich Benz in 1844 in the German city of Karlsruhe, he was the son of a railway engineer. From a young age, he was interested in mechanics and ...

By  Blessing Afolabi The rate of road accidents has skyrocketed in the past few weeks, causing loss of lives and property. Though road traffic crashes have been a source of concern over the years, recent cases have increased fear. Between December 2022 and February 2023, over 50 lives were lost ...

The Jamaican High Commissioner to Nigeria, Esmond Reid, says his country was planning to source for vehicles from Innoson Vehicles Manufacturing (IVM) in Nigeria. Mr Reid, in the company of Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Geoffrey Onyeama, made this known during a facility tour of IVM plant ...

Preventing rust is a topic that should concern every vehicle owner.  Rust not only damages the vehicle, but also takes a toll on its appearance as well as the resale value.  If you do not keep your car well-maintained, you are going to see patches of rust appear. Prevention is key. If you let the ...

A car snorkel is a device that is mounted on the side of a car and is used to draw fresh air from higher up into the engine. This fresh air helps to ensure that the engine can still get the oxygen it needs to run even when the car is submerged in water. A car snorkel is an essential device when it ...

The all-new C-Class is the perfect combination of comfort and performance. It is built with the singular objective of helping people escape the stress of everyday life into a luxurious retreat, into your own comfort zone. Being one of Mercedes-Benz’s best sellers & longest running model series, ...

By Rosemary Iwunze The National Insurance Commission, NAICOM, has directed insurance companies in the country to increase Third Party Motor Insurance premium rate to N15,000 from N5000 at which it is currently sold from January 2023. NAICOM also directed that Third Party Property Damage, ...

By Abdullateef Aliyu The plan by the federal government to convert one million petrol-powered vehicles to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) powered is a deliberate move to take advantage of the huge gas reserve in-country which has remained untapped over the years. Daily Trust reports ...

Gas stations feeling the heat as electric vehicles become more popular A new study has shown that electric vehicles could bury gas stations as early as 2030. The study, conducted by the University of Michigan, looked at the total cost of ownership for both electric and gas vehicles. They found ...

The Toyota automobile company, in China, has recalled 14,799 defective Lexus vehicles, according to a statement by the Corps Public Education Officer (CPEO) Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Bisi Kazeem, on Friday in Abuja.Kazeem said “FRSC wishes to draw the attention of the motoring public, ...

By Bennett Oghifo:Lexus has announced the global debut of the new UX 300e, a significant evolution of the brand’s first production BEV model. The updated UX 300e joins the new UX 200/250h announced earlier this year, with deliveries scheduled to begin in spring 2023. Since the 2005 launch of the RX ...

By Bennett Oghifo:For the 2023 model year, Toyota is giving buyers even more reasons to choose the Highlander for their next vehicle, starting with an all-new engine for the gas models that offers impressive performance in a compact package.According to the automaker, 2023 Highlander gas models are ...

By Bennett  Oghifo:The next-generation BMW voice assistant will be built on Alexa technology. This was announced recently by Stephan Durach, Senior Vice-President Connected Company and Development Technical Operations BMW Group, and Dave Limp, Senior Vice President of Devices and Services, Amazon, ...

Whether it’s the rattling that comes and goes with the moon phases, a timing belt that obeys only changes in barometric pressure, or the sudden flickering of that dreaded check engine light, certain car problems require the professional experience and honest technical knowledge only a mechanic can ...

By Bennett  OghifoCommon signs include a whining noise, hard starting, engine performance issues, and an inability to start the car.Virtually all modern vehicles with internal combustion engines come equipped with fuel pumps. The fuel pump is responsible for delivering fuel from the gas tank to the ...