Gilbert Smith

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The USA Missed Out On The Gnarliest Ford Hot Hatch Ever

4 days ago | carbuzz.com | Gilbert Smith

Making one of the best Fords of all time and not bringing it to America? Sacrilege! Thankfully we've got the mostly-legal "gray market" to lean on.
What's The Cheapest Way To Get Suicide Doors In 2025?

1 week ago | carbuzz.com | Gilbert Smith

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Is It Possible To Waterproof An Off-Roader?

1 week ago | carbuzz.com | Gilbert Smith

How many truck and SUV commercials have we seen with drivers piloting their vehicles through lakes and puddles with unshakable confidence, certain that their new Wrangler or Silverado can handle the terrain as well as any fishing boat? It makes for a great-looking TV spot, but any experienced off-roader knows that a laissez-faire approach to water and mud is one of the quickest ways to introduce a whole range of mechanical issues that never quite go away.
This 2011 Super Bowl Ad Remains The Most Expensive Car Commercial Ever Made

1 week ago | carbuzz.com | Gilbert Smith

We've seen some expensive car commercials over the years. There was that Michael Bay spot with Chevys like the Camaro and the SSR zipping up highways and city streets and parking in the back of a moving truck. We've seen big stars, like the one with Jean-Claude Van Damme performing his signature splits between a pair of Volvo big rigs, moving in reverse, to the tune of Enya's Only Time. But one TV commercial has held the record for the most expensive of all time for nearly 15 years.
The One Thing That Would Make Almost Any American Buy An EV Is...

1 week ago | carbuzz.com | Gilbert Smith

We've explored in the past how the slow growth for the electric vehicle segment has a lot to do with tapping out the early adapter market. Sooner or later, you run out of tech-heads and gadget lovers who can't wait to get their hands on the next big thing, and you're left trying to reach out to the fence-sitters, the everyday drivers, people who just want a reliable, cost-effective car for getting to work and back.
The Toyota Engines Made From Ceramics

1 week ago | carbuzz.com | Gilbert Smith

Cast iron and aluminum alloy have long been the most common materials for blocks, pistons, cylinder heads, and other major components inside an engine. Nissan filed a patent a couple of years back for a carbon fiber engine block, while magnesium alloys, usually employed in the low-stress parts of the block, aren't completely unheard of.
Should You Buy A Toyota RAV4 Now Or Wait For The All-New Model?

1 week ago | carbuzz.com | Gilbert Smith

Toyota just revealed the new sixth-gen RAV4, and there's a lot to like. We've got a new GR Sport trim to look forward to, made with input from Gazoo Racing, plus horsepower boosts for both the HEV and PHEV variants, more range, and faster charging times.
How Will The New FWD Toyota Hybrid RAV4 Handle Rough Terrain?

2 weeks ago | carbuzz.com | Gilbert Smith

Going over the new options and upgrades available in the 2026 Toyota RAV4, we're seeing a lot of good stuff. The plug-in hybrid (PHEV) gets an 18-horsepower boost to a total output of up to 320 hp, while the hybrids (HEVs) will deliver up to 236 hp, and Toyota is promising more range and faster charging. But, one option might seem like a bit of a head-scratcher: the hybrid model will be offered in front-wheel drive for the first time.
The World's First Speeding Ticket Was Written By A Cop On A Bicycle

2 weeks ago | carbuzz.com | a Cop |Gilbert Smith

If a bicycle cop caught us speeding, our defense would be pretty simple: how can you say we were speeding when you caught us on a bicycle? We're guessing that didn't fly back in Great Britain in 1896, when the nation's first speeding ticket was issued to one Walter Arnold by a bobby on a bike, and cars were considerably slower than they are today.
Most Car Break-Ins Don't Happen Where You Think

2 weeks ago | carbuzz.com | Gilbert Smith

Vivint recently published a study on the subject of car theft and break-ins, and it turned up some surprising facts and figures. For instance, did you know that Hyundai is one of the most stolen brands in the US? Yep, 48,445 Elantras and 42,813 Sonatas were stolen in 2023, and that's not counting break-ins and other forms of vandalism. And you'll never guess which state has seen the biggest increase in car thefts since 2022: Maryland.