Over the Top: 2024 Jeep Gladiator Hellcat
when i hear the word "Gladiator" reminds me of the famous scene from the movie airplane! For car enthusiasts, they may think of Kaiser Jeep Corporation's Wagoneer-based pickup truck. Today, the name is applied to the pickup version of the Jeep (JT) Wrangler. If your car preferences lean toward the Goldilocks creed of "too much power 'just right,'" then this 1,919-mile custom 2023 Jeep Gladiator pickup (Lot #1283) powered by a supercharged 6.2-liter Hellcat is for you ideal choice. It will cross the block as a "No Reserve" at the Barrett-Jackson 2025 Scottsdale auction, which takes place January 18-26. The modern Hemi V8 is available in the Wrangler Rubicon 392, but Stellantis doesn't offer similar specs for the Gladiator. America's favorite 4X4 combines American muscle with an American icon, and the result: a top-shelf off-road utility vehicle that could only be a Jeep. Of course, we can't help but mention the supercharged Hellcat crate engine, which delivers 707 horsepower and…
AutoHunter Spotlight: 2023 Ferrari F8 Spider
AutoHunter FeaturedThe online auction platform powered by ClassicCars.com is this 2023 Ferrari F8 Spider. Behind the passenger compartment is a mid-mounted 3.9-liter twin-turbo V8 connected to a seven-speed F1 dual-clutch automatic transmission. This Italian hardtop convertible comes in two-tone Bianco Italia and Nero DS 1250 with Nero 9440 Alcantara fabric upholstery and comes from a private seller and comes with the original window sticker (displayed retail price $444,181), manual, spare Keys and clean keys. Carfax Report. The Ferrari Styling Center-designed body is made of Bianco Italia; a Nero DS 1250 electrically retractable hardtop covers the passenger compartment. Exterior features include front and rear parking sensors, LED headlights and turn signals, Scuderia Ferrari guards on the front fenders, carbon fiber side air splitters and rear diffuser. The Prancing Horse rides on a set of 20-inch forged wheels with 245/35 front and 305/30 Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires at the rear. Inside the cockpit is a pair of carbon fiber racing seats…
Software tweak boosts power for Ford Ranger and Bronco Raptors
It took several yearsbut Ford is beginning to expand its high-performance off-road Raptor lineup, which now includes the Ranger and Bronco. Like their F-150 Raptor brothers, they offer more power to help them crawl over rocks and fly over dunes. For those who want to make their 2024 Ranger Raptor or 2022-2024 Bronco Raptor even more ferocious, Ford Performance accessories have a new software calibration. In addition to improved throttle response and optimized shifting, the upgrades significantly increase the 3.0-liter EcoBoost V6's horsepower and torque. Ranger Raptor owners will see a 12 percent jump in horsepower from 405 to 455 hp, and a 25 percent increase in torque from 430 to 536 lb-ft. The Bronco Raptor's factory numbers are higher at 418 hp and 440 lb-ft, but the software revisions will bring it to the same peaks as the Ranger Raptor. The software calibration can be purchased online (click here for Ranger Raptor and here for Bronco Raptor) for $825,…
BMW X1 acceleration lag lawsuit filed in Virginia
The class action lawsuit alleges that the 2023 BMW X1 SUV has rolling and acceleration issues. September 9, 2024 — A BMW X1 class-action lawsuit in Virginia alleges the vehicle suffers from delayed acceleration, creating a danger to occupants and others on the road. The BMW X1 acceleration lag lawsuit also states that there is a defect in the transmission that causes the X1 vehicles to roll. The BMW class action lawsuit includes: “Anyone who resides in Virginia and has previously or currently owned or leased one or more 2023 BMW X1 vehicles.” However, the accelerated lag lawsuit states that more models may be included in the scope of the lawsuit in the future. BMW is allegedly aware of a defect in 2023 X1 vehicles that causes the vehicles to "move in the opposite direction of the selected gear on slight inclines/declines or uneven road surfaces and fail to respond to reasonable throttle inputs." The two owners who filed the…
The benefits of owning a boring car
As I told you In my recent article, I wrote that owning a collector car has many benefits. Every time you see it, you fall in love with it all over again, and you have your own unique piece of automotive history. But that doesn't mean that regular, everyday cars are bad. Yes, they're not as inspiring or illuminating.Britainbut they also have many positive qualities. Peace of mind and body Owning a restored vintage or limited edition car is wonderful. But it can also be stressful. You don’t want to dent or scratch any car you drive, but the risk is higher with a collector car. It’s not a travel vehicle, it’s a symbol of achievement, and you want to protect it and keep it in tip-top shape. No one uses a diploma as a coaster or a wedding ring as a keychain. Driving a boring car is less stressful. When things do happen (and they will), no matter how…
How much has changed in a year?
I'm not that kind of person Always out for the latest and greatest gadgets. I don't really care about keeping up with the Joneses. I knew before I bought my 2023 Hyundai Sonata last year that it would be facelifted for 2024 with updated features. I'm happy with it. I don't regret my purchase. However, the more I see the updated Sonata, the clearer it is that it's more than just a novelty gimmick. It has useful upgrades. If I happen to rent one while traveling out of town, I won't be disappointed. Welcome to the future The current Sonata is a 2020 model, so it's due for a cosmetic update, especially at the front. The droopy catfish mouth has always been my biggest gripe with the car. For 2024, Hyundai tightens up the front and gives the Sonata a sharper, more futuristic nose, complete with an angular grille, hidden headlights, and "seamless horizon lights" (aka LED light bars). At…
15,000-mile owner review: 2023 Hyundai Sonata SEL
When we get the vehicle To write reviews for this site, they are provided by different manufacturers and we test each for a week. This review is different. I have had the pleasure of daily use of a 2023 Hyundai Sonata SEL for the past 15,000 miles... because I bought it. These are the things that attracted me, the features I have enjoyed over the past few months, and the shortcomings I have noticed. Keep it simple When I was looking for a car to replace my 2008 Ford Mustang Bullitt, I had a general idea of what I wanted. Considering my commute to work takes 45-60 minutes each way, good fuel economy was a must. So were rear seats and rear doors so that my mother-in-law could comfortably travel with my wife and I. I first drove the Honda Accord, but I didn't like the CVT it had. I find most CVTs feel like rubber bands, and some don't…
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