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Scout Motors Comes to Boston to Celebrate the Head Of The Charles Regatta

by Peter Ciani If the Standells are to be believed, the only thing you might find on the banks of the River Charles, besides the lead singer, are lovers, muggers, and thieves. While I’m sure those folks are still around somewhere, they were nowhere to be found as the 2026 Head of The Charles Regatta kicked off…shoved off…got underway? But this is a car site, you say. Have we moved on to covering boating events? Heck no, I know nothing about rowing; when someone tried telling me about thier coxswain; I thought they were being rude (Google it). Awful rowing…

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2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV Trail Boss

One has to admit, when it comes to the all-electric Silverado EV Trail Boss, Chevrolet certainly rose to the challenge of creating a full-featured, heavy-duty pickup that competes with trucks across the entire pickup spectrum. Special features including a front trunk for extra storage and multiple 120-volt and 240-volt electrical outlets actually set the Silverado EV Trail Boss apart from the lot of mainstream gasoline-powered models. 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV Trail Boss https://youtu.be/XRNWDmI2Gmg Key Features, Specifications, Pricing: Travel over to the RPM News Weekly YouTube channel for our complete catalog of videos.

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2026 Kia Sportage X-Pro Prestige AWD

We had a fun week with the 2026 Kia Sportage X-Pro and enjoyed its assertive performance and its many tech features including the dual 12.3" panoramic displays with navigation. Connectivity options included wireless CarPlay. The cargo area offered plenty of room for gardening supplies while fuel economy topped out at about 26 mpg. 2026 Kia Sportage X-Pro Prestige AWD https://youtu.be/RGxOXNUnyf8 Key Features, Specifications, Pricing: Travel over to the RPM News Weekly YouTube channel for our complete catalog of videos.

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2026 New York International Auto Show Recap

Spring! And with it comes car show season and another New York International Auto Show. This week on the RPM News Weekly Podcast, Peter Ciani and Rich Taber break down some of the highlights from this year’s show that, like a spring crocus, is already in the history books. From Subaru’s big new three-row EV to Kia’s purpose-built wheelchair-accessible minivan, and from Hyundai's Boulder concept off-roader to Kia's small new EV, there's a lot to cover. So, put on your headphones, sit back and enjoy the ride. RPM News Weekly Podcast: 2026 New York International Auto Show Recap Hyundai Boulder…

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2026 New York International Auto Show | New EV Debuts & Concepts

The current administration declared war on EVs by killing tax credits and halting electric vehicle infrastructure development, but that doesn't mean that the rest of the world is walking away from clean energy or giving up the momentum electric vehicles have built over the past few years. The 2026 New York Auto Show provides important evidence of that. Held at the Jacob K. Javits Center in Manhattan, the auto show runs until Sunday, April 12, and although the overall theme appears to be focused on off-pavement adventures, a few automakers made it clear that, for them, the shift to EVs…

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Mazda MX-5 Miata RF | ‘A living Automotive Legand’, or ‘Is it Drop Top Season Yet?’

Every so often, a standout car comes along that not only defines its era but endures as an icon for generations to come. The 1940s gave us the Jeep, the 1950s introduced the Corvette, and the 1960s saw the Mustang leave its unforgettable mark on the automotive world. After the emissions-choked land barges of the 1970s, the 1980s brought a fresh wave of automotive icons. Some, like the BMW M3 and Audi Quattro, cemented a legacy of European performance. Others, like the DeLorean DMC-12 and Pontiac Fiero, took bold swings that ultimately fell short. Still, each secured a unique place…

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