Angel Sergeev

By the late 1990s, America’s truck scene was a battleground. Automakers kept upping the ante with bigger engines, better torque, and higher towing numbers. The goal was clear: build the strongest truck, and truck buyers would follow. Most manufacturers pl... See more

Older performance cars keep climbing. Turbo fours, straight-sixes, V8s, even “normal” sports cars with a strong badge now trade like collectibles. Buyers chase the same things across every category - real steering feel, a crisp manual shifter, and a cabin... See more

For decades, the Mustang has been Ford's poster child for performance. It has stayed true to a familiar formula: front-engine, rear-wheel-drive, V8 power. It worked, so why change it? But behind the scenes, Ford wasn’t afraid to experiment. It quietly exp... See more

Mazda built the Skyactiv-X to pull off a rare trick – give a gas engine the thrift of a diesel without losing the smooth feel drivers expect. In early testing and early claims, Mazda said the idea could cut fuel use by as much as 30% in the right conditio... See more

Just a few years ago, Ford's American lineup looked much different. Sedans, hatchbacks, and even small wagons filled dealership lots. Buyers could walk in and choose from a wide range of cars tailored to different needs. Today, that variety is gone. Ford,... See more