Flipboard 2025 Awesome Cars

Renault once set its sights on the U.S. market, but cultural missteps, reliability issues, and fierce competition doomed its American ambitions. Explore the full story of how a French automotive giant failed to connect with American drivers.

Explore how pickup truck culture differs around the world—from Europe and Australia to Asia and beyond—and discover why America leads the pack with unmatched truck size, power, customization, and lifestyle appeal.

Some bikes make headlines because they smash records. Others become legends because they just feel right. The Triumph Bonneville did both. From high-speed runs on the Bonneville Salt Flats to smoky cafés in London and cool cameos in Hollywood, the Bonneville became shorthand for speed, rebellion, and effortless style. It wasn’t just a motorcycle you rode—it was one you identified with.

rom quad turbos to 16 cylinders, explore how Bugatti’s W16 became the most extreme and complex engine in automotive history—and why it will never be repeated.

From forgotten compact pickups to misunderstood performance trucks, these 25 underrated trucks from the past 40 years finally get the recognition they deserve

Discover 25 slow-looking sleeper cars that deliver shocking performance. From family sedans to wagons and luxury cruisers, these unsuspecting vehicles pack serious speed and power.

In an era when Detroit mostly made sedans, wagons, and conservative commuter cars, Buick took a surprising turn in the late 1980s: building a two-seat luxury coupe called the Reatta. Many buyers missed the point at the time, but today the Reatta stands as one of the most interesting and underappreciated American cars of its era.

A deep dive into 25 Shelby Mustangs that made racing history, from dominant SCCA champions to Le Mans legends—told in a fun, slide-style format for true motorsport fans.

Long before digital dashboards and sealed drivetrains, cars demanded involvement. These classics combined bold styling with mechanical honesty, rewarding skill and attention in ways modern vehicles rarely attempt anymore.

Used car shopping feels like gambling sometimes. You're betting your money on someone else's old ride, hoping it won't turn into an expensive nightmare. Some bets pay off beautifully. Others just drain your wallet fast.

Some classic cars hide their true value in plain sight. Many remain affordable because they were built in huge numbers and supported by decades of parts availability. For those looking for a chance, restoration provides the means without breaking the bank.

The term Mopar blends “motor” and “parts,” tied to Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth vehicles. While some became icons, others remained rare outliers that never reached mainstream fame or collector status despite their standout features.