SametCars.com | Site-Wide Activity https://sametcars.com/activity/ Activity feed for the entire site. Thu, 02 Jul 2026 23:11:51 -0500 https://buddypress.org/?v=10.6.0 en-US 30 hourly 2 a871eac49bde39b3fd0f555daed2929a wrote a new post, 2027 Chevy Corvette Stingray Brings 200-MPH Performance for Under $75,000 -- from Automotive Addicts http://sametcars.com/?p=1844 Thu, 02 Jul 2026 23:11:51 -0500 The Chevrolet Corvette has always been America’s performance bargain, but the 2027 Corvette Stingray just raised that argument to a new level. Chevy says the updated Stingray has a validated  Full Article »
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]]> 3a527410583efabc1efd787ff27a7824 wrote a new post, Fiat Topolino Lands in America as Adorable Multiplina Concept Teases a Bigger Microcar Future -- from Automotive Addicts http://sametcars.com/?p=1843 Thu, 02 Jul 2026 23:11:51 -0500 Fiat appears ready to bring a little more Italian charm to American streets, and this time it is arriving in one of the smallest packages imaginable. The first Fiat Topolino  Full Article »
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]]> 088f4262b842326ae3baa11a19563f58 wrote a new post, 2026 Chevrolet Suburban Invoice Pricing: Three Engines, Six Trims, and What Dealers Pay After December’s Increase -- from Automotive Addicts http://sametcars.com/?p=1842 Thu, 02 Jul 2026 23:11:51 -0500 The Suburban is in a category almost entirely its own, one of the few true full-size SUVs still sold in America, and its pricing reflects that position. GM raised Suburban  Full Article »
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]]> 13102be5863058243386d7344a545546 wrote a new post, How to Earn More and Save Smarter to Buy Your Dream Car -- from Automotive Addicts http://sametcars.com/?p=1841 Thu, 02 Jul 2026 23:11:50 -0500 Buying your dream car can feel like a distant goal, especially when the price tag is high and everyday expenses keep getting in the way. But for many people, the  Full Article »
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]]> aa86da1f5dc764f814a9662e6f0deace wrote a new post, 2026 Lucid Air Grand Touring Review & Test Drive -- from Automotive Addicts http://sametcars.com/?p=1840 Thu, 02 Jul 2026 23:11:50 -0500 Lucid Motors has surely gained notable recognition for its innovations in the short lineup of electric vehicles (EVs). Through their many years of existence and utilizing forward-thinking tech derived from  Full […]

]]> 8d14a0bc448c82e30292424a00ffab4c wrote a new post, McMurtry Spéirling PURE Production Car Delivers 1.55-Second 0 to 60 MPH Performance -- from Automotive Addicts http://sametcars.com/?p=1839 Thu, 02 Jul 2026 23:11:50 -0500 McMurtry Automotive has revealed the final production version of its wild Spéirling PURE, and it remains one of the most outrageous track cars ever offered to private customers. This single-seat  Full Article »
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]]> faf16cea01c73512966806805d5a2d9e wrote a new post, Rolls-Royce Phantom Regatta Brings Yacht-Inspired Bespoke Luxury to Goodwood -- from Automotive Addicts http://sametcars.com/?p=1838 Thu, 02 Jul 2026 23:11:50 -0500 Rolls-Royce is heading to the 2026 Goodwood Festival of Speed with a one-of-one Phantom Extended that feels less like a car specification and more like a love letter to the  Full Article »
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]]> a17593fb198f5febf24e404cb2b25706 wrote a new post, 2026 Dodge Durango Invoice Pricing: The Only Three-Row SUV Still Sold With a HEMI V8 -- from Automotive Addicts http://sametcars.com/?p=1837 Thu, 02 Jul 2026 23:11:50 -0500 The Durango occupies a genuinely unique position in the three-row SUV market right now, and it’s worth stating directly: this is the only midsize three-row SUV in America that you  Full Article »
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]]> 920844553bdf3bd3422b1a767dd0c2a3 wrote a new post, AMERICA WIDE OPEN. -- from Rants http://sametcars.com/?p=1836 Thu, 02 Jul 2026 23:11:49 -0500 Editor’s Note: This week, as Independence Day approaches, Peter reflects on what freedom really means and all the privileges of our independence. He also has some things to say about last week’s column (below), […]

]]> b2055265c6cc94bd8db76a9f54f3ae4c wrote a new post, Porsche Taycan Sport Turismo and Cross Turismo Bow Out After Too Few Buyers Showed Up -- from Automotive Addicts https://sametcars.com/?p=1834 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:54:28 -0500 Porsche just gave the 2027 Taycan its latest round of updates, including a larger standard battery and a new E-Shift feature that simulates gear changes for a more connected driving  Full Article »
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]]> 3e89607b7c89bc5ae92819381cb6db89 wrote a new post, 2027 Maserati Updates Bring More Power, More Range, and a Sharper Edge -- from Automotive Addicts https://sametcars.com/?p=1833 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:54:28 -0500 Maserati is heading into 2027 with a welcome round of updates that touch nearly every important part of its current lineup. The GranTurismo, GranCabrio, and Grecale are all receiving fresh  Full Article »
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]]> da49869214fffb98feeac5bc13b34359 wrote a new post, 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Dealer Cost Breakdown: Invoice Price and How to Save Near You -- from Automotive Addicts https://sametcars.com/?p=1832 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:54:28 -0500 If you are shopping for a 2026 Subaru Crosstrek and want to know what dealers are actually paying, what a fair price looks like across every trim, or how to  Full Article »
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]]> 5e7330051d9e746175c6743fde73a1f2 wrote a new post, 2026 Honda HR-V Invoice Price, Dealer Cost, and How to Get the Best Deal Near You -- from Automotive Addicts https://sametcars.com/?p=1831 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:54:27 -0500 If you are shopping for a 2026 Honda HR-V and want to know what dealers are actually paying, what a fair price looks like across every trim, or how to  Full Article »
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]]> ec403d9185ac0d316c0f6db606162ba7 wrote a new post, 2026 Volkswagen Taos True Dealer Cost: Invoice Pricing and the Best Deal Near You -- from Automotive Addicts https://sametcars.com/?p=1830 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:54:27 -0500 If you are shopping for a 2026 Volkswagen Taos and want to know what dealers are actually paying, what a fair price looks like across every trim, or how to  Full Article »
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]]> 21552975f15ddbf617a4d73ebfd99231 wrote a new post, Slate Truck Price Leak Hints at $24,950 Starting Price for Bare-Bones Electric Pickup -- from Automotive Addicts https://sametcars.com/?p=1829 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:54:27 -0500 Slate may have just given the clearest indication yet of where its highly anticipated electric pickup will land on the affordability scale. A reported website slip-up points to a $24,950  Full Article »
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]]> 1057c7dc8294bc22150bfbc4aa533f0c wrote a new post, Ferrari Denies Claims That Buyers Must Order the Luce EV to Get Higher Models -- from Automotive Addicts https://sametcars.com/?p=1828 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:54:27 -0500 Ferrari’s first fully electric vehicle, the Luce, has already become one of the most talked-about cars to come out of Maranello in years, and not just because of its battery-powered  Full Article »
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]]> 1a8b1bf9608daeb0359080f22bfb7f11 wrote a new post, What to Look for When Choosing a Luxury Car Rental -- from Automotive Addicts https://sametcars.com/?p=1827 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:54:27 -0500 There was a time when sliding behind the wheel of a Rolls-Royce, a Bentley or a high-end performance car meant either owning one or knowing someone who did. That has  Full Article »
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]]> 4239936d8885f23010c1d7b51e02a111 wrote a new post, IT'S TIME FOR DETROIT TO FACE THE MUSIC. -- from Rants https://sametcars.com/?p=1826 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:54:26 -0500 Editor’s Note: This week, Peter takes on the two main issues that are front and center right now in the business – the possibility of Chinese-based automakers entering the U.S. market, and the question of AI and […]

]]> 358ed7fedd2b1c96349ce2af9ee34748 wrote a new post, THE AUTOEXTREMIST BRAND IMAGE METER: FOR THOSE WHO CAN’T HANDLE THE HIGH-OCTANE TRUTH. -- from Rants https://sametcars.com/?p=1825 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:54:26 -0500 Editor’s Note: This week, we present one of our most highly anticipated annual columns – the AE Brand Image Meter. It’s a definite must-read! In On The Table, we take a look at the new Kia Vision Meta Turismo co […]

]]> 4af17308ab2e2c79423df637a369b77b wrote a new post, PER YOUR REQUEST: MORE OF THE 2026 AUTOEXTREMIST BRAND IMAGE METER. -- from Rants https://sametcars.com/?p=1824 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:54:26 -0500 Editor’s Note: The AE Brand Image Meter remains front and center this week, with new commentary from Peter, including updates to Aston Martin and the addition of Scout, the new brand from VW. In On The Table, we p […]

]]> 082b0fa73774af52a01a9e4701376ec2 wrote a new post, A RECIPE FOR DISASTER. -- from Rants https://sametcars.com/?p=1823 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:54:26 -0500 Editor’s Note: This week, Peter discusses the now-quaint notion of company loyalty, especially as it relates to the auto industry, and warns of a future that that looks anything but bright. In On The Table, the al […]

]]> 04e14cbd2934825a9d568f746252f876 wrote a new post, A VANILLA SHAKE WITH A SHOT OF MEDIOCRITY. -- from Rants https://sametcars.com/?p=1822 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:54:26 -0500 Editor’s Note: This week, Peter contemplates the looming transition from the anti-car movement to the anti-driving movement, a future that is being accelerated by the blistering-fast pace of AI and visions of r […]

]]> 7926a09189a8b2cb5f1ee4b68ebaa598 wrote a new post, HELL FREEZES OVER. AND THE FERRARI DREAM DIES. -- from Rants https://sametcars.com/?p=1821 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:54:25 -0500 Editor’s Note: This week at AE, we feature a rare Rant double edition, with the breaking news this Memorial Day of Ferrari’s first EV. Peter blasts Ferrari over this truly unbelievable development. This story is […]

]]> 844faacd1ee48e53f7f06e1d9e07330a wrote a new post, SELF-INDULGENT TOOLS, SERIAL INCOMPETENCE, MOTORIZED PEACOCKING AND A DISMAL PREDICTION ABOUT WHAT COMES NEXT. TRANSLATION? IT'S A GIANT BOWL OF NOT GOOD. -- from Rants https://sametcars.com/?p=1820 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:54:25 -0500 Editor’s Note: This week, we mark TWENTY-SEVEN YEARS of Autoextremist with Peter’s sobering (and flat-out dispiriting) discussion of the business today. In On The Table, we preview the Audi Nuvolari, the bran […]

]]> 9272f6b96ff2ee3cfad11eae0f69d9f5 wrote a new post, IT'S RIGHT IN FRONT OF YOU. -- from Rants https://sametcars.com/?p=1819 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:54:25 -0500 Editor’s Note: This week, Peter is taking a much-needed break from his column. How long will this “break” go on? We’re not really sure. In the meantime, we’re re-running one of my favorite columns, one that i […]

]]> 9b8b447d529171b8c6752f8129ce5b28 wrote a new post, DEVOID OF PASSION, THIS INDUSTRY IS DOOMED. -- from Rants https://sametcars.com/?p=1818 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:54:25 -0500 Editor’s Note: This week, Peter comments further on the train wreck known as “Luce” and once again stresses the need for passion in automotive design. In On The Table, we detail the next-generation 2027 Chevrolet […]

]]> 425c3aa69fec22aa08cbb1be00c98c6e wrote a new post, STELLANTIS MAKES A DEAL WITH THE DEVIL. -- from Rants https://sametcars.com/?p=1817 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:54:25 -0500 Editor’s Note: This week, Peter takes Stellantis to task over their shameless involvement at the White House last Sunday night. In On The Table, Porsche takes a whack at making the Taycan more desirable, a tall […]

]]> 30fbe0cde17351a8953606e3c110520e wrote a new post, 2022 RAM 1500 Rebel G/T Review & Test Drive -- from Automotive Addicts https://sametcars.com/?p=1812 Wed, 02 Nov 2022 12:31:57 -0500 The line of Ram 1500 trucks has taken on a unique approach for a full-size mainstream truck offering many often consider to be the more luxurious choice for such a  Full Article »
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]]> 7e2b3d3f87f733a27fbca37dd6bdf871 wrote a new post, THE HIGH-OCTANE TRUTHS, PART I. -- from Rants https://sametcars.com/?p=1811 Mon, 31 Oct 2022 19:24:38 -0500 By Peter M. DeLorenzo
Detroit. Having been immersed in the swirling maelstrom that defines this auto business and witnessed here at AE for going on 24 years now, I have arrived at some fundamental truths. Some […]

]]> d3bc383ad583b3e05460823e89627ee7 wrote a new post, Tips For Getting The Best Deal On A Used Luxury Vehicle -- from Automotive Addicts https://sametcars.com/?p=1810 Mon, 31 Oct 2022 15:39:03 -0500 Buying a luxury vehicle that has been used may be a daunting experience because you truly never know how the previous owners treated it. The entire point of a luxury  Full Article »
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]]> 3fad68e0ced08fdbacb41df4f095e8ff wrote a new post, How To Deal With the Aftermath of a Speeding Truck Accident -- from Automotive Addicts https://sametcars.com/?p=1809 Tue, 25 Oct 2022 13:22:36 -0500 Truck accidents can affect your life and the lives of those around you. The emotional turmoil can be huge and prolonged if you or a loved one suffered an injury  Full Article »
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]]> c9c8da5f9f6611bb30fb74da3afdfa83 wrote a new post, 2022 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid EX Premium Review & Test Drive -- from Automotive Addicts https://sametcars.com/?p=1808 Tue, 25 Oct 2022 12:22:07 -0500 Seldomly, I find myself scratching my head when I get a vehicle in that really doesn’t make sense but after spending several days with it, I eventually find out its  Full Article »
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]]> 8c975f136e25de4e9e7216dd27a5b884 wrote a new post, THE HUNGER. -- from Rants https://sametcars.com/?p=1807 Mon, 24 Oct 2022 17:22:21 -0500 By Peter M. DeLorenzo
Detroit. After all of my unforgettable experiences from being immersed in this business from a young age, after all of my involvement in marketing, advertising, consulting and motorsports, […]

]]> b3472a7b79195edfff4fbf40fb7189e7 wrote a new post, Why is Car Insurance So Expensive? 5 Reasons Your Car Insurance Premiums Might Be Very High -- from Automotive Addicts https://sametcars.com/?p=1806 Mon, 24 Oct 2022 13:26:52 -0500 Car insurance pricing is one of the things nobody grasps. There is no standard formula that insurers use to price their premiums, as insurance companies rely on a combination of  Full Article »
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]]> 2ec1d3183bda3f123c4da71e7606ee38 wrote a new post, New Car Preview: 2024 GMC Sierra EV -- from Automotive Addicts https://sametcars.com/?p=1805 Fri, 21 Oct 2022 16:54:37 -0500 The emergence of Electric Vehicles (EVs) is heating up and GMC is adding to the fire with the all-new 2024 GMC Sierra EV, an exceptionally powerful truck that falls right  Full Article »
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]]> fbd29a37612fd33937a2b27c1eb039e3 wrote a new post, 4 Signs You Need a Muffler Replacement -- from Automotive Addicts https://sametcars.com/?p=1804 Fri, 21 Oct 2022 13:31:12 -0500 When it comes to car maintenance, one of the most important things to keep an eye on is the condition of your car’s muffler. Mufflers are responsible for reducing noise  Full Article »
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]]> 5d416aff031f9c29adcdc690cfb2f08e wrote a new post, 2023 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Limited Review & Test Drive -- from Automotive Addicts https://sametcars.com/?p=1803 Tue, 18 Oct 2022 12:23:10 -0500 As we inch closer to a future of more Electric Vehicles (EVs), Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs) are a winning recipe that touts some of the best fuel mileage numbers we’ve  Full Article »
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]]> 6f1988697fb92d17bac42c331d1441ff wrote a new post, NON, JE NE REGRETTE RIEN. -- from Rants https://sametcars.com/?p=1802 Mon, 17 Oct 2022 17:42:54 -0500 By Peter M. DeLorenzo
Detroit. Not long after I began creating content for AE, there were some out there in WebVille – and in the industry, of course – who insisted that I would hang up my keyboard at any momen […]

]]> e3326c4f3a2ff8705c38cf9d5d444dce wrote a new post, How Can Multi-Car Households Save Money? -- from Automotive Addicts https://sametcars.com/?p=1801 Mon, 17 Oct 2022 16:23:28 -0500 Do you have multiple cars at home? This is common for households and is often essential if you and your partner both need a car for work and/or you have  Full Article »
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]]> 8f8373b7cf49b8e9e50490e69e2967cf wrote a new post, New Car Preview: What We Think of the 2023 BMW M2 -- from Automotive Addicts https://sametcars.com/?p=1800 Wed, 12 Oct 2022 14:29:37 -0500 We commonly get asked what our opinions of many new vehicles are. Often enough, we give people the cold hard truth and they don’t want to accept what we have  Full Article »
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]]> adad275490dd4278402ebc2cb586172a wrote a new post, 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5T AWD Review & Test Drive -- from Automotive Addicts https://sametcars.com/?p=1799 Wed, 12 Oct 2022 12:29:24 -0500 Hyundai, along with its sister brands of Kia and Genesis, has made major strides in receiving the proper recognition for building mainstream vehicles that are receiving deserving notoriety. Within the  Full […]

]]> bb9cce9f5ffe3f3c2f91529f073dc71c wrote a new post, 5 Common Mistakes People Make After A Car Accident -- from Automotive Addicts https://sametcars.com/?p=1798 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 15:08:19 -0500 Being in a car accident is certainly not something to look forward to. They can happen very frequently, and many people find themselves dealing with the shock of an accident  Full Article »
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]]> 393189beaca8aa429879e4ba8b3636bc wrote a new post, BAKING IT IN. -- from Rants https://sametcars.com/?p=1797 Mon, 10 Oct 2022 18:47:35 -0500 Editor’s Note: Peter thought it would be fun to take you inside a high-level meeting at a certain auto company. The subject? A crucial product launch and the hand-wringing that goes along with it. -WG
 
By Pe […]

]]> 55ffc3eff24c69b301634d627caec053 wrote a new post, Understanding the Laws & Frameworks for Self-Drive Car Crashes -- from Automotive Addicts https://sametcars.com/?p=1796 Mon, 10 Oct 2022 16:30:36 -0500 Self-driving cars may not yet be commonplace, but there are currently over 1,400 cars that use autonomous technologies on U.S. roads and industry experts predict that autonomous vehicles are expected  Full […]

]]> ee080d30c55fcca5f1af8c87a544f6d7 wrote a new post, Radio Host Fly Guy DC and the 2022 Lexus NX: Atlanta Lifestyle Tour -- from Automotive Addicts https://sametcars.com/?p=1795 Sun, 09 Oct 2022 23:26:23 -0500 Experienced by Kimatni Rawlins, http://www.AutomotiveRhythms.com Welcome to A-Town with cultural influencer and social advocate Fly Guy DC of Streetz 94.5 to explore the various levels of the broadcast specialist’s s […]

]]> 7449edc2977c40a41068d87377d2f508 wrote a new post, 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Lariat Review & Test Drive -- from Automotive Addicts https://sametcars.com/?p=1794 Wed, 05 Oct 2022 12:22:24 -0500 With the forthcoming emergence of electric vehicles, Ford has jumped far into the fray to bring us the very first electrified truck, the F-150 Lightning. Having experienced the new Lightning  Full Article »
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]]> 8ce15f8510e9fa5babd0cf17063c4949 wrote a new post, Police Emergency Lights Demonstrate the Ultra Bright Power of LEDs -- from Automotive Addicts https://sametcars.com/?p=1793 Tue, 04 Oct 2022 18:26:31 -0500 In the past several years, you may have taken notice of how bright some of the new lights found on modern vehicle headlights and police and emergency vehicles. Well, those  Full Article »
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]]> 86033c101511eb221ee6570a2273f512 wrote a new post, HYDROGEN. AGAIN. -- from Rants https://sametcars.com/?p=1792 Mon, 03 Oct 2022 15:26:44 -0500 By Peter M. DeLorenzo
Detroit. All of a sudden, hydrogen is back. Hydrogen fuel cell development to power EVs, especially when it comes to heavy trucks, has been ongoing at the manufacturers for decades now. And […]

]]> 29667e5f30c69a2a3dd6fe3416515a4f wrote a new post, Six Ideas to Update Your Car -- from Automotive Addicts https://sametcars.com/?p=1791 Fri, 30 Sep 2022 13:42:41 -0500 According to data from the Department for Transport and the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency, there were 39.2 million licensed vehicles in Great Britain as of June 2021. Some see  Full Article »
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]]> 045f7c6681774489d5f7826072a6068e wrote a new post, How Does a DWI Impact Your Car Insurance Rates? -- from Automotive Addicts https://sametcars.com/?p=1790 Thu, 29 Sep 2022 11:23:39 -0500 If you are arrested and charged with a DWI, it’s likely to lead to a substantial increase in your car insurance rates. While the specific effect that it will have  Full Article »
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