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This Dodge Viper V10 Engine Was Turned Into a Coffee Table
Someone took a Dodge Viper’s beating heart and turned it into furniture. Forget roaring down highways — this 8.3-liter V10 monster now lives a quieter life, reborn as a legitimate coffee table listed on Bring a Trailer. No reserve, no mercy, just raw Viper DNA frozen in automotive amber. Pulled From a Real Gen 3…
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Helicopter Helps Nab Suspects After Armed Carjacking During BMW Test Drive
Two men from Kissimmee were arrested following an alleged armed carjacking that happened during a vehicle test drive in Osceola County earlier this month, authorities say. A Marketplace Sale Goes Wrong According to the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office, the incident took place Dec. 16 after a 21-year-old man arranged to sell his BMW through a…
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Ram Teaser Hints at TRX Revival With Nearly 800 Horsepower
A brief teaser released by Ram has reignited speculation that the 1500 TRX, once the brand’s top performance pickup, could be poised for a comeback after its production ended earlier this year. A Cryptic 15-Second Teaser The teaser offers few concrete details — no vehicle name is shown, just a tagline reading “Power Will Be…
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Georgia Teen, 15, Charged in Fatal Carjacking of Uber Driver on New Year’s Day
An Uber driver killed during a suspected carjacking in Lawrenceville, Gwinnett County, on New Year’s Day is being remembered by his family as a hardworking man focused on providing for those he loved. A Routine Shift That Never Ended The victim, Cesar Tejada, was 58. According to his wife, Tejada began his day the way…
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Ford Recalls 273,000 EVs and Hybrids Over Park Function Rollaway Risk
Ford Motor is recalling nearly 273,000 vehicles after identifying a software-related issue that could prevent affected models from properly engaging the park function, increasing the risk of unintended vehicle movement and potential crashes. Which Vehicles Are Affected According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the recall covers certain electric and hybrid vehicles across multiple…
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Tow Truck Crash Sends Car Flying Onto BART Tracks, Halting Service
A traffic collision involving a tow truck sent an unoccupied vehicle flying onto Bay Area Rapid Transit tracks along Interstate 580 in Castro Valley on Tuesday afternoon, prompting lane closures, transit interruptions, and hours of cleanup during the evening commute, according to authorities. A Car Comes Loose Mid-Crash The California Highway Patrol says the incident…
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Suspect Rips Trooper From Patrol Car, Steals It in Christmas Day Chase
A suspect is in custody following a dramatic Christmas Day incident in Seattle in which authorities say a Washington State Patrol trooper was pulled from her vehicle and her marked patrol cruiser stolen, setting off a multi-agency pursuit along Interstate 5. A Highway Hazard Turns Into an Assault According to the Washington State Patrol, troopers…
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U.S. Marshals Arrest Amazon Driver Accused in Philadelphia Road Rage Death
Federal authorities have arrested an Amazon delivery driver accused of killing a man during a road rage incident in Philadelphia, marking a significant development in a case investigators say stemmed from a verbal confrontation that escalated into deadly violence. The Arrest The U.S. Marshals Service announced that 30-year-old Troy Johnson was taken into custody last…
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Oakland Police Fear Two Missing Men Killed Over Chop Shop Dispute
Seven months after two Oakland-area men vanished, investigators now believe they may have been killed as the result of a dispute connected to a car-theft operation in East Oakland. Two Men, Still Missing Justin Wayne Lee, 29, and Esmeraldo Vivero, 34, were last seen late last year and haven’t been heard from since. According to…
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Hyundai Elantra Was 2025’s Most Stolen Vehicle, Theft Data Shows
New vehicle theft data from 2025 shows a clear pattern: the cars stolen most often were either extremely common on American roads or known to have exploitable security weaknesses. In many cases, thefts were described as crimes of opportunity rather than carefully planned operations. The Elantra Tops the List The most stolen vehicle of 2025…
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Modified Camaro ZL1 With Theft History Hits Auction After Owner’s Stroke
A 2023 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Coupe with a brief theft history and a long list of performance upgrades is now headed for a new owner after its seller experienced a major health event that prompted a change in lifestyle. A Brief Theft, Then a Health Scare The seller says the car was stolen and recovered…
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Minivan Rolls Onto Roof After Colliding With Dodge Challenger in Fresno
A traffic collision in northeast Fresno Friday morning left a Toyota minivan overturned after it collided with a Dodge Challenger at a busy intersection, police said. A Rollover at a Busy Intersection The crash happened around 8 a.m. at the intersection of Fresno Street and Nees Avenue. Authorities say the woman driving the minivan and…
