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2021 Toyota Sienna Hybrid Platinum AWD | Road Trip Review
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Hey ya’ll, nothing says “hoon” like a minivan, am I right? However, in the automotive community, at least in the fringes of the Hooniverse, “cool” is relative. Nothing else would explain the cool factor that wagons and vans have around here. So, how does the minivan fit into our little corner of the world? Typically,…
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The 1988 Paris-Dakar Edition Pajero
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[The good folks at 4x4ward reached out with an awesome look at a special-edition Pajero that we’d never heard about. Here’s what they know about the Paris-Dakar Edition Pajero. Check it out! -JG] If there’s one thing that Mitsubishi hates, it would be cupholders. For whatever reason, their animosity towards beverage containers lasted decades until…
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2021 Mazda Miata l Review (plus, what’s next for the NE MX-5?)
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The Mazda MX-5 Miata is just about synonymous with the automotive enthusiast. The Top Gear/Grand Tour blokes claim that you have to have owned an Alfa Romeo to be a true petrolhead. Here in the states, it’s the Miata. Before we get too much further, yes I’ve owned a couple (NB and NC), and I’ve…
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The News for July 23rd, 2021
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Welcome to the Hooniverse News! As always, this is a weekly recap of the biggest stories in the automotive industry without the fluff or bull. This week: the Audi RS3 returns to prove there’s no such thing as too much of a good thing, Porsche updates the Macan so they can print more money, Subaru’s new…
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Road Trip Review: The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E from California to Colorado
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The Car 2021 Mustang Mach-E 4x First Edition in Grabber Blue Metallic. This specific one has AWD, an 88-kWh battery, 346 hp and 428 lb-ft of torque, and 270 miles of range. The total MSRP is $50,800. The Trip Venice, CA to Denver, CO. 800 miles on the highway, then another 500 miles on back…
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2021 Lexus ES 250 AWD | Review
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The Lexus ES has a rather beige history. Dating back to 1989, it was typically just seen as Lexus’ version of the Camry. Not a bad thing, but certainly a bit beige if I’m honest. If you wanted a “good car” with a bit of luxury, it was a solid choice. But the front-engine, front-wheel-drive…
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Zach Bowman, Kevan Ray, & UTV Driver – Off The Road Again Podcast: Episode 79
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Welcome back to the Off the Road Again podcast! We’ve missed you. The focus is on the off-road adventure but we also dabble in all things SUV, truck, and van, maybe even some rally cars. Ross & Chris welcome Zach Bowman and Kevan Ray of UTV Driver Magazine back to the show. Zach has toured America in a Dodge Ram 2500 with a camper on the back.…
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Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe: An enticing electrified off-roader!
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Yes, this one is a hybrid; the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe is one enticing electrified off-road machine. It pairs a four-cylinder turbocharged engine with a battery pack and electric motor to deliver 375 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque. And there’s enough battery to see up to 20-25 miles of pure electric driving on a…
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For Sale: Cool custom cafe racer with a high price tag
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I was hunting down options for a good Two-Wheel Tuesday post when I happened across this listing. The bike is a custom 1973 Honda CB750 that’s been given the cafe racer treatment. And it’s very well done. The overall style here is great, especially with the matte black chassis bits, white tank, and tartan seat.…
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The 2023 Corvette Z06 sounds AMAZING
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I am one of the folks underwhelmed by the noise of the new C8 Corvette. It’s an excellent machine but I was left wanting more. And now “more” is knocking on the door. It arrives bearing a Z06 logo and tremendous, outrageous, excellent noise. Word has it that this C8 Z06 will be packing a…
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This is the cheapest 8-foot car awning for sale right now
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I’m always on the lookout for camping, off-road, and overland gear. This awning popped up in a couple of off-road groups. I have been looking for an awning to put on the Sequoia or the Suburban side to use on camping trips. Leaning towards the Tuff Stuff Overland version because it was at the lower…
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What was your automotive news for the week?
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The news boy is on vacation and decided he didn’t want to bring a computer with him. Your regularly scheduled mediocre news reporting will return next week. In the meantime, what’s up with you? Comments are open for any car-related (or not) anecdote you wanna share with your fellow Hoon. See something? Break a bunch…
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Dan Edmunds Returns – Off The Road Again Podcast: Episode 78
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Welcome back to the Off the Road Again podcast! We’ve missed you. The focus is on the off-road adventure but we also dabble in all things SUV, truck, and van, maybe even some rally cars. Ross & Chris welcome Dan Edmunds back to the show. Dan owns a Toyota 4Runner and has recently been around the Bronco Sport, followed a pre-production Bronco on the…
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For Sale: This Subaru GL wagon is eager for off-road action
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Yesterday we shared a video showing off a glorious BMW wagon that was ready for the dirt. Today, you can buy a cheaper, slower yet still fun version of that same idea. This 1988 Subaru GL is for sale on my local Craigslist. And it’s prepped for battle. Here’s the text of the ad, in…
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Hooniverse Asks: Are there any good car-themed tattoos?
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Before you answer “there are no good tattoos at all” just put that answer aside for now. I want to hear or see some good car-themed tattoos. The example in the lead image is obviously the opposite of that, as it’s an alternator and not a turbocharger as the recipient had hoped for. So what are…
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Ridiculous dealer mark-ups now on the 4Runner TRD Pro
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The fifth generation Toyota 4Runner has been around since the 2010 model year. Algebra tells that this is 11 models years, ignoring the fact that the mechanicals date back to the fourth generation 4Runner. Despite that age, it is a solid rig. My 4Runner is over ten years old and in that time only one…