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GMA T.50 Stuns, Gas Prices Surge, Duesenberg Wins
PLUS: Rambo Lambo, Farley Wants a Ute, Kia Soul Ends
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2026-03-09
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Releases & Reviews
Harry's garage spends five days and 650 miles (1,046 km) living with Gordon Murray's V12 masterpiece, which tips the scales at just 2,174 lbs (986 kg) and uses an underbody fan for ground-effect downforce. With its central seating position and naturally aspirated 654 hp (488 kW), the T.50 delivers what may be the purest driver's car experience ever created.
These nearly 20-foot-long trucks weighing between 3.5 and 4.5 tons tackle three off-road challenges in an EV-versus-V8 showdown. Despite wildly different powertrains, both proved surprisingly capable in the dirt, though the electric Silverado's instant torque gives it an unexpected edge on steep climbs.
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Technology, Market Data & Analysis
The national average for regular gas has climbed to $3.25 per gallon as the US-Israel conflict with Iran disrupts Middle East oil exports. It marks the steepest weekly increase since March 2022 following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
The average destination fee has risen 37% since 2019 to $1,551, but truck buyers are hit hardest—the 2026 Ford F-150 and GM's full-size trucks now carry a $2,795 mandatory charge. That fee alone adds more than 7% to the cost of a base F-150 XL.
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Car Culture
This pre-war masterpiece from Indianapolis captivated judges at the prestigious Amelia Island event with its stunning coachwork and legendary engineering. The Model J commanded breathtaking prices even during the Great Depression, and this example's distinctive tapered body remains one of the most striking shapes of the era.
The actual Chevrolet Caprice convertible made famous in Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas is up for grabs, complete with its storied provenance from the gonzo journalist himself. Jason Torchinsky traces the car's wild history and explains why this literary relic is worth far more than its Blue Book value.
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Miscellaneous
After years of embarrassingly tipping onto its side during driver-side small overlap crash tests—results Jeep once called "anomalous"—the 2026 Wrangler Unlimited finally stays upright. A redesigned frame rail solved the problem that plagued the SUV since at least 2022.
Maranello's first-ever EV makes a shadowy debut in a brief nighttime clip, with its front lighting stealing the show. The Ferrari Luce is set to debut in full next month and is already one of the most anticipated reveals of 2026.
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Quick Links
The legendary Porsche "Outlaw" is auctioning 18 cars from his collection through RM Sotheby's March 18–25, including rare 1970s 911 variants and custom builds.
This left-hand-drive 1982 Jimny SJ410K pickup—never officially sold in America—is now eligible under the 25-year import rule and listed in North Carolina.
The all-electric eighth-generation ES starts at $48,795, undercutting its own hybrid sibling by over $2,000 in a rare pricing reversal.
The limited-edition XB7 Manufaktur marks the end of Alpina's 60-year run as an independent BMW tuner before the brand goes fully in-house.
A late-1980s Corolla GT-S coupe—typically overlooked in favor of the AE86—was converted into a lifted off-roader and entered in the brutal Mint 400 desert race.
Dodge CEO Matt McAlear takes over Chrysler and Alfa Romeo's North American operations after outgoing chief Chris Feuell stepped down for personal reasons.
Dealers have just 100 units left of the discontinued quirky hatchback that sold over 1.5 million units since its 2010 debut, with no replacement planned.
One of just 60 US-spec LM002s—powered by a Countach-derived V12, wrapped in leather, and rolling on chunky off-road tires—is now up for auction in San Diego.
The Ford CEO teased plans to bring back the car-based pickup format during a visit to Australia, calling the country's ute heritage a global gift worth reviving.
Subaru is activating its first Highway Hands-Free Driving Assist system via a free OTA update for early 2026 Outback owners who bought before the feature was live.
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