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Ford and GM Use Lease Loophole to Keep $7,500 EV Tax Credit Alive for Buyers
Ford and General Motors are using a financing workaround to preserve the effect of the $7,500 federal EV tax credit for customers, even after the incentive officially expired last September. Both automakers are having their financing arms purchase unsold EV inventory directly from dealer lots, converting those vehicles into company-owned units that can then be…
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Amarillo Man Dies After Medical Emergency Triggers Multi-Vehicle Crash on I-40
A 73-year-old Amarillo man, Roger Howery, died Wednesday after a medical emergency caused him to lose control of his Dodge Challenger while driving eastbound on I-40 near Coulter, leading to a multi-vehicle crash. Authorities say the vehicle veered off course before striking several parked vehicles near Waldorf. How the Crash Unfolded According to police, Howery’s…
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Rivian Stock Down More Than 90% From IPO Peak as Losses Continue to Mount
Rivian’s stock has fallen more than 90% from its post-IPO highs, reflecting a dramatic reversal for a company once viewed as one of the most promising challengers in the EV space. Shares debuted at $78 in 2020, raising roughly $12 billion, and briefly climbed as high as $170 before settling into a steep, sustained decline.…
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Russell Salvatore’s Stolen Bentley Recovered Undamaged in Buffalo
A Bentley belonging to Buffalo-area restaurateur Russell Salvatore was stolen overnight from outside his steakhouse on Transit Road and recovered undamaged just hours later. Teen’s BMW Slides Under Amazon Truck in Dramatic I-75 Crash Near Tampa How the Theft Happened The 2017 Bentley convertible, typically parked outside Salvatore’s restaurant, was reported missing around 4:30 a.m.…
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Video Shows C8 Corvette Spinning Into Crowd at Michigan Street Takeover
A video circulating on social media shows a Chevrolet C8 Corvette spinning out of control during an illegal street takeover in Michigan, striking several onlookers who had gathered close to the impromptu event. Pasco County Firefighter Arrested After Armed Road Rage Incident in Polk County What the Video Shows The footage captures a blue C8…
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Medeiros Collection Sends Trans Am, Testarossa, and 911 Turbo to Kissimmee 2026, No Reserve
Mecum’s Kissimmee 2026 auction will feature three standout vehicles from the Medeiros Collection crossing the block at no reserve on Wednesday, January 14. The trio spans three distinct eras and collector categories, from 1980s American muscle to European exotic pedigree to modern German turbocharged performance. Mopar Debuts the 2026 Dodge Charger SIXPACK Concept at SEMA…
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Stolen New York State Police SUV Tracked Nearly 100 Miles Before Suspect Caught
A suspect in upstate New York is facing charges after allegedly stealing a marked New York State Police SUV from a repair shop and driving it nearly 100 miles before troopers caught up with the vehicle. Waymo Self-Driving Car Blamed for Death of Beloved San Francisco Bodega Cat How the Theft Occurred According to authorities,…
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1992 Ford Mustang 5.0 LX With 131 Miles Sells for $149,000
A nearly untouched 1992 Ford Mustang 5.0 LX notchback sold for a jaw-dropping $149,000 at auction, roughly five times its inflation-adjusted original price. The car, listed by a New Jersey dealer, has just 131 original miles and still has factory plastic covering the seats. Dash Cam Captures High-Speed Pursuit as Deputies Use PIT Maneuvers to…
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YouTuber WhistlinDiesel Charged With Tax Evasion Over 2020 Ferrari Purchase
YouTuber Cody Detwiler, known online as WhistlinDiesel, was arrested and charged with tax evasion in Williamson County, Tennessee, following an indictment tied to his purchase of a 2020 Ferrari F8 Tributo. Detwiler, 27, has built a large online following by destroying high-end vehicles and heavy equipment on camera, amassing more than 10 million YouTube subscribers…
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Ford Reportedly Considers Discontinuing the F-150 Lightning as EV Demand Cools
Ford may be reconsidering the future of the F-150 Lightning, its electric pickup variant, according to industry reports, as broader EV demand continues to slow and production challenges mount. A Bold Launch That Hasn’t Matched Expectations Ford introduced the Lightning in 2021 with significant fanfare, positioning it as an electric counterpart to the gas-powered F-150…
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Toyota Patent Reveals Plan to Pay Drivers for Useful Vehicle Data
Toyota is exploring a new approach to vehicle data collection that would pay drivers directly for information gathered from their cars, according to a recently filed patent. The concept centers on compensating owners when their vehicle’s data helps train Toyota’s AI and safety systems. How the System Would Work Crash At Mecum Takes Out Corvettes…
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How to Check and Limit What Your Car Is Telling Companies About You
Modern vehicles aren’t just machines anymore, they’re equipped with sensors, cameras, and connectivity that rival a smartphone in how much personal data they collect. That data collection has become a growing privacy concern for drivers who may not realize how much information their car is gathering. Quick-Thinking Officer Helps Rescue Car from Tracks Moments Before…
