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Car news briefs — Mar 24, 2026 · 8:47 AM EDT

Latest updates from the car enthusiast community, featuring buying guides, vehicle maintenance tips, and automotive curiosities.

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1993 Ford Thunderbird Super Coupe Listed at $12,500

A well-maintained example of Ford's personal coupe is up for sale, complete with mysterious radio issues.

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Porsche Cayenne Towing Capacity Exceeds Expectations

The luxury SUV can haul more weight than many realize, making it surprisingly practical.

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What to Do When Dealers Refuse Test Drives

Car enthusiast buyers have options when dealerships won't allow crucial pre-purchase vehicle testing.

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Company Plans Space Net for Asteroid Mining

A private firm proposes capturing house-sized asteroids using nets to mine valuable materials in space.

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Brothers Create Bike-Mounted Miniature RV

Engineers built an RV small enough to mount on an electric bicycle, defying typical massive RV designs.

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Multi-Vehicle ATF Not Recommended for All Transmissions

Vehicle maintenance experts advise using specific automatic transmission fluid rather than universal alternatives.

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Two Ultra-Rare Volkswagen Passat W8s Up for Auction

Maintaining these rare machines presents challenges for dedicated car enthusiast buyers.

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Air-Cooled Porsche Engines Use More Than Just Air

Supplementary cooling devices help air-cooled Porsche 911 engines maintain proper operating temperatures.

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Storm Chasers Track Your Build in Rusty Oldsmobile Toronado

Converting an old Toronado into a tornado-chasing vehicle creates perfect brand synergy despite questionable safety.

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Rolls-Royce Cullinan Recalled for Seat Belt Issues

Owners advised not to use rear seats until potentially unattached seat belts are inspected.

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