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Bruce Pascal is an avid Hot Wheels collector who boasts a collection of more than 4,000 cars.

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Why Hot Wheels are one of the most inflation-proof toys in American history

Inflation, the curse of our pocketbooks and the Federal Reserve, has hit almost every good in the U.S. But the price of a beloved toy has managed to hover around $1 — for more than 50 years.

December 16, 2022
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  • Fernando Alfonso III
Johnny Navarro sits on the hood of his recently purchased 2014 Lexus.

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Monthly car payments have crossed a record $700. What that means

The average cost of a new car is also at the highest on record, topping $47,000 a pop. At this rate, an essential household purchase is starting to feel like a luxury in America.

July 02, 2022
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  • Brittany Cronin
A Ford logo is seen on a sign at Country Ford in Graham, N.C. The auto manufacturer has issued a recall that affects about 39,000 SUVs.

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  • Business

Ford is recalling about 39,000 SUVS after 16 catch fire under the hood

The company is urging those with affected vehicles to park their cars outside and away from structures.

May 20, 2022
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  • Rina Torchinsky
Mika Shills crosses Spring Street in Macon with the red light going her way by about 20 yards from the crosswalk a few hours after another pedestrian was hit and killed near the same spot. Shills is careful about crossing Macon roadways on foot but says nowhere is really safe to do it. "They'll speed up and try to hit you out here," she said.

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  • Health

Why fixing Georgia's deadliest roads for pedestrians remains out of reach

Macon is one of the most dangerous cities for pedestrians in a nation where walking on the roadway is becoming more deadly every year. So what does it take to make the roads safer? The first step might be getting the ear of the people who own the roads. 

May 17, 2022
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  • Laura Corley and
  • Grant Blankenship
A man pumps gas at a Giant Eagle GetGo in Mount Lebanon, Pa., on Monday.

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  • Energy

As gas prices surge, here's how to get the most out of your tank

As U.S. gas prices hit record highs, it's an especially good time to improve your car's fuel economy. Keeping windows closed, avoiding high speeds and getting routine tuneups can all help.

March 09, 2022
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  • Rachel Treisman
The Ford Bronco logo is displayed on a vehicle in Colma, Calif., on Jan. 5. The American automaker is splitting its auto business into two units.

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  • Business

Ford announces a historic restructuring as it pivots to an electric future

The American automaker is going to split its auto business into two units — Ford Blue and Ford Model E. They will be housed under the same corporate umbrella.

March 02, 2022
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  • Camila Domonoske
Used cars for sale sit on a lot at a dealership in Doylestown, Pa., last week. Finding a car is still tough, especially for more affordable options.

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  • Business

Why buying a car is still such a miserable experience right now

Car buyers today continue to face fewer choices and much higher prices — and cheap vehicles are especially hard to find. It's not just that there are fewer cars; the ones being made are fancier, too.

February 08, 2022
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  • Camila Domonoske
An employee walks among the cars during the inauguration of a factory that will recondition used cars near Paris, on Nov. 30.

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  • Climate

Car ads in France will soon have to encourage more environmentally friendly travel

The automakers' ads will suggest people consider carpooling or cycling instead of driving. The new rules, beginning in March, come as the country is trying to cut down on its carbon emissions.

January 04, 2022
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  • Joe Hernandez
Car keys are shown by glasses with alcohol in this stock photo illustration. Companies are developing technology that would allow cars to stop people from driving when drunk.

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  • Business

What if cars could stop you from driving drunk? A peek at the latest tech

A new federal law will eventually require new vehicles to detect and prevent drunk driving, which would revolutionize vehicle safety. Here's a look at some of the technology being developed.

December 31, 2021
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  • Camila Domonoske
Motorists fill up their vehicles at a Shell station on July 22 in Denver. Phasing out the sale of gas-powered cars once seemed laughable. It's now inching closer to reality.

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  • Business

Giving up gas-powered cars was a fringe idea. It's now on its way to reality

In just a few years, phasing out gas-powered cars has gone from fringe idea to mainstream policy proposal. It's still a long way from being reality, but the sense of urgency is accelerating.

November 20, 2021
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  • Camila Domonoske
A Rivian electric truck is displayed near the Nasdaq MarketSite building in Times Square in New York City on Nov. 10. Rivian, an electric-truck maker backed by Amazon and Ford, made its debut on Nasdaq in one of the biggest initial public offerings in U.S. history.

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  • Business

The electric automaker Rivian soared in its stock debut. Why there's so much buzz

Rivian, which has just started deliveries of its battery-powered pickup truck, surged in its first day of trading after completing one of the biggest IPOs in U.S. history.

November 10, 2021
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  • Camila Domonoske
Vehicles sit in a nearly empty lot at a car dealership in Richmond, Calif., on July 1. The global semiconductor shortage has hobbled auto production worldwide, making it difficult to find a car to buy.

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  • Business

So, You Are Shopping For A Car At A Terrible Time. Here's What To Keep In Mind

Finding a car to buy these days seems almost impossible. Dealer lots are emptier, prices are higher and shoppers are stressed out. Here's what to know.

September 24, 2021
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  • Camila Domonoske
In this aerial photo, pickup trucks and vans are seen last month in a parking lot outside a General Motors assembly plant where they are produced in Wentzville, Mo. A key component in the car industry is in short supply: computer chips. Taiwan's chipmakers are racing to meet demand.

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  • Asia

Taiwan Races To Remedy Car Chip Shortage But No End In Sight, Says Economy Minister

The microchips used in cars are in short supply. Taiwanese Economy Minister Wang Mei-hua tells NPR that Taiwan's cutting-edge chipmakers have ramped up production to meet auto industry demand.

April 28, 2021
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  • John Ruwitch
Vehicles drive on highway I-94 in St. Paul, Minn., on Nov. 7, 2020. A recent report from the International Energy Agency said emissions fell across most parts of the economy, with one notable exception: SUVs.

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  • Business

Pandemic Drastically Cut Emissions From Cars. The Lone Exception? SUVs

In rich countries, every sector of the economy reduced its contribution to climate change last year — with one big gas-guzzling exception.

January 21, 2021
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  • Camila Domonoske
The owners of Y'allywood Film Cars stop by 'On Second Thought' to share how they connect car collectors with film productions around Georgia.

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  • Movies

Y'allywood Film Cars Packs Georgia Film Sets Full Of Period-Perfect Vehicles

Cars are an integral part of portraying time and place in film, with some leaving a lasting impact on our cultural references. There’s James Bond’s...

January 15, 2020
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  • Virginia Prescott and
  • Jake Troyer
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