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Apple CarPlay vs. Android Auto

Dueling tech giants Apple and Google entered the car industry with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Here's how they're similar and how they're different.
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The best used cars under $10,000

Whether you're looking for a pickup or a hatchback, finding a used car that's dependable and comfortable for under $10,000 is easy. These are the best options.
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2021 Subaru Outback vs. 2021 Subaru Forester

Subaru's Outback and Forester overlap in some areas, but they're different cars positioned in separate segments and each aimed at a unique group of buyers.
2017 Honda CR-V

Toyota RAV4 vs. Honda CR-V: The differences and the similarities

Toyota's RAV4 and Honda's CR-V are two of America's best-selling vehicles. From pricing to fuel economy and safety features, here's how they compare on paper.
2020 Toyota Prius Prime

2021 Toyota Prius vs. 2021 Toyota Prius Prime

Toyota's Prius deserves credit for democratizing hybrid technology around the world. Two variants named Prius and Prius Prime, respectively, are available.
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Electric car buying guide: What you need to know before you buy

If you're looking at buying an electric car, here's everything you need to know about the technology and the diverse selection of cars that offer it.
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Ford’s electric 1,502-hp Mustang dragster burns tires, not race fuel

Ford argued a Mustang doesn't need a V8 or a turbo four under its long hood by building an electric dragster. It's a zero-emissions, 1,400-horsepower monster.
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Lucid reveals secret behind electric sedan’s 517-mile range

Digital Trends sat down with Lucid to find out how it gave the Air an estimated 517-mile range. Battery technology helps, but physics play a determining role.

The best car movies on Netflix right now

Netflix has many captivating car-themed movies in its collection, and it adds titles on a regular basis. Here are the best ones you can stream in August 2020.
Jeep Grand Cherokee

The best used cars under $5,000

Spending $5,000 on a used car doesn't have to be a gamble. Finding a good one requires a little bit of research. Here are the best used cars for under $5,000.
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2020 Volkswagen ID.3 first drive: The iCar Apple Didn’t Build

If Apple ever built an iCar, it would look a lot like the electric Volkswagen ID.3. The all-new VW is simple, intuitive, and shockingly fun to drive.
OnStar

What is OnStar?

General Motors' OnStar system puts several safety, connectivity, and convenience features right at your fingertips.
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The history of self-driving cars

Once little more than a Hollywood-like dream, self-driving cars became a reality during the 2010s thanks largely to research carried out by tech companies.
2021 Audi A3 Sedan

Audi’s new A3 Sedan learns a few tech tricks from its bigger siblings

Audi introduced the next-generation A3 Sedan online. It gets sharper styling, the company's latest in-car tech, and 48-volt mild hybrid power under the hood.
2019 Ram Heavy Duty

The best trucks for towing

All cars can tow, but some are happier pulling a trailer than others. From midsize to heavy-duty models, these are the best trucks for towing sold new in 2020.
Jeep Wrangler 4xe

Jeep’s plug-in hybrid Wrangler will silently prowl the great outdoors

Jeep will soon release a plug-in hybrid variant of the Wrangler named 4xe. It will be capable of driving on electricity alone for relatively short distances.
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Everything you need to know about the GMC Hummer EV

General Motors is resurrecting the Hummer name on an electric, go-anywhere pickup that will join the GMC lineup. Here's everything we know about it so far.
Jeep Wrangler Rubicon

Jeep Wrangler vs. Jeep Wrangler Rubicon

Not every Jeep Wrangler is created equal. It's a capable off-roader by nature, but the Rubicon gains equipment that transforms it into a turnkey rock crawler.
2021 Ford Bronco family

Everything you need to know about the new 2021 Ford Bronco

The 2021 Ford Bronco has finally arrived. Here's everything you need to know about the reborn off-roader and its little sibling, the 2021 Ford Bronco Sport.
2021 Ford Bronco four-door

How to pre-order the Bronco and the Bronco Sport

Ford's hotly anticipated Bronco is finally here. Motorists who want to secure an early build slot can reserve the SUV online with a refundable $100 deposit.
2021 Ford Bronco

Ford Bronco vs. Jeep Wrangler

Ford developed the 2021 Bronco as an alternative to the emblematic Jeep Wrangler. Here is now these two off-roaders compare on paper, and how they're different.
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Everything you need to know about the Volkswagen Microbus

Volkswagen will resurrect the emblematic Microbus as an electric vehicle. Its retro design will hide cutting-edge tech. Here's what we know about it so far.
2020 Toyota Camry

2020 Toyota Camry vs. 2020 Honda Accord

Although neither is a crossover, the 2020 Toyota Camry and the 2020 Honda Accord remain some of America's bestselling cars. Here's how they compare on paper.
Harman 5G

Your next car might double as an internet-connected doctor

Samsung-owned Harman is creating software that teaches a car to track its owner's health. Based on existing technology, it could monitor vitals like your pulse.
2020 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron concept

Audi’s Q4 Sportback E-Tron will have customizable LED headlamps, 279-mile range

Audi unveiled a concept car named the Q4 Sportback E-Tron that previews a production crossover due out in 2021. It's electric and has about 279 miles of range.
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Autonomous ridesharing isn’t dead: How Waymo is adapting to the post-COVID era

Waymo paused its Waymo One service due to the coronavirus pandemic, but it's ready to welcome back workers and riders, and it expects to keep growing in 2020.
Sony XAV-AX100

The best car stereos

If you're not satisfied with your car's sound system, it's time to upgrade your stereo and your speakers. Here are the best aftermarket units available.
2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo S

2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo S first drive: Always on

Porsche's first series-produced EV, the Taycan, is also its most high-tech model to date. It's astonishingly quick while remaining practical and usable daily.
2019 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro

SUVs vs. crossovers: What’s the difference?

There are several key differences that keep SUVs and crossovers on opposite sides of the same room. They're normally built differently for different purposes.
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The cars, trucks, and SUVs with the best resale value

The average new car will retain about 37% of its original value after five years and 75,000 miles. These are the five new cars that beat the odds.
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Everything you need to know about the Nikola Badger

Nikola Badger buyers will need to choose whether they want their truck to run on electricity or hydrogen. Its full unveiling is scheduled for December 2020.
Lordstown Endurance

Everything you need to know about the Lordstown Endurance

Ohio-based Lordstown Motors designed the Endurance, an electric pickup, largely for fleet and commercial users. Here's everything you need to know about it.
2021 Audi Q5

Audi’s updated Q5 receives extra power, better infotainment, and OLED lights

Audi gave the Q5, its best-selling model, a round of updates that includes OLED rear lights, a better infotainment system, and a more powerful four-cylinder.
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Los Angeles-based Czinger is 3D-printing a 1,232-hp hybrid hypercar

Los Angeles-based Czinger is relying on 3D-printing to manufacture a plug-in hybrid hypercar with 1,232 horsepower on tap. This technology saves time and money.