The Manual https://www.themanual.com The Essential Guide for Men Sat, 08 Jul 2023 02:02:02 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.themanual.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2022/07/cropped-theManual_secondary_logo-512.png?fit=32%2C32&p=1 The Manual https://www.themanual.com 32 32 190124441 Bad buys: These 10 cars have the worst resale values https://www.themanual.com/auto/cars-with-worst-trade-in-values/ Fri, 07 Jul 2023 18:00:36 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1225384 If you’re looking to purchase a car that won't lose its value, you'll want to stay far away from these 10 models that are notoriously bad for your wallet.

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]]> 1225384 From efficient to exotic, these are the best road trip cars for exploring the country https://www.themanual.com/auto/best-road-trip-cars/ Thu, 06 Jul 2023 16:00:25 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=127533 Cross-country road trips are a great way to explore the good old U.S. of A. Here are the best road trip cars to take you there.

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]]> 127533 Kia is expanding its EV lineup with 15 new models https://www.themanual.com/auto/kia-expands-ev-lineup/ Thu, 06 Jul 2023 14:00:46 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1254730 Kia plans to introduce more affordable EV models in its lineup.

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]]> 1254730 The 9 best sports cars under $100k you can get https://www.themanual.com/auto/affordable-sports-cars-under-100k/ Wed, 05 Jul 2023 18:00:01 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1231222 From mega-powered muscle cars to mid-engine sports cars, here are the nine best sports cars you can purchase for under $100,000 that are worth the money. 

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]]> 1231222 The new Mercedes-Benz CLE Coupe is here — and it’s stunning https://www.themanual.com/auto/2024-mercedes-benz-cle-coupe/ Wed, 05 Jul 2023 15:00:41 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1255463 The new 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE Coupe has taken the best of the C-Class and E-Class and made a car worth waiting for.

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]]> 1255463 These are the 5 most expensive motorcycles in the world https://www.themanual.com/auto/most-expensive-motorcycle/ Tue, 04 Jul 2023 16:00:31 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=131895 These pricey bikes reveal the upper limits of motorcycle design and engineering. Look at these five expensive models to see which you can add to your garage.

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]]> 131895 One company has figured out how to make an EV battery that charges in 6 minutes https://www.themanual.com/auto/ev-battery-that-charges-in-six-minutes/ Sun, 02 Jul 2023 16:00:39 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1254292 Nyobolt has developed a 35 kWh lithium-ion battery that can fully charge to a range of up to 250 km in just 6 minutes

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]]> 1254292 A new study highlights the impact switching to EVs could have on our health https://www.themanual.com/auto/electric-vehicle-impact-on-health-report/ Sun, 02 Jul 2023 12:00:49 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1253864 With the elimination of new gas-powered cars by 2035, more than 89,000 lives could be saved, and healthcare costs could be reduced by nearly $1 trillion!

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]]> 1253864 These vintage Ferraris were once lost to time, but can now be yours https://www.themanual.com/auto/collector-car-ferraris-auctioned-off-by-rm-sothebys/ Sat, 01 Jul 2023 17:00:36 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1254513 Twenty collector-worthy Ferraris found in a warehouse in Indiana are set to be auctioned off in August

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]]> 1254513 The coolest and best EVs coming this year (and beyond) https://www.themanual.com/auto/best-electric-vehicles/ Fri, 30 Jun 2023 18:00:50 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1229485 We’ve compiled a list of the seven coolest electric vehicles that we’re the most excited to see in 2023 and beyond.

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]]> 1229485 Mastering the trail: Essential tips and gear for off-roading adventures https://www.themanual.com/auto/off-roading-guide-for-beginners/ Thu, 29 Jun 2023 16:00:39 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1031913 Whether you have a crossover or a Jeep Gladiator Rubicon, you can explore far more than a fire road with the right equipment and fundamentals.

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]]> 1031913 MINI Stunt Driving School: The most fun you can have on four (and sometimes three) wheels https://www.themanual.com/auto/mini-stunt-driving-school-review/ Tue, 27 Jun 2023 15:00:34 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1254458 Ever wanted to stunt drive in a safe environment? MINI Stunt Driving School might be exactly what you're looking for!

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]]> 1254458 The Ferrari F50: The most underrated Ferrari ever https://www.themanual.com/auto/ferrari-f50-history-features-and-guide/ Mon, 26 Jun 2023 13:00:09 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1251910 The often-forgotten Ferrari F50, with its 512 horsepower V12 is not only one of the fastest cars of the 1990s, but quickly becoming one of the most expensive.

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]]> 1251910 Mercedes-Benz adds ChatGPT for in-car voice control https://www.themanual.com/auto/mercedes-benz-adds-chatgpt-voice-control/ Sat, 24 Jun 2023 15:00:12 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1253638 Mercedes-Benz is now offering ChatGPT for MBUX-equipped cars.

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]]> 1253638 The 2024 BMW i5 will be delivered this fall — does it live up to expectations? https://www.themanual.com/auto/2024-bmw-i5-deliveries-start-fall/ Fri, 23 Jun 2023 15:00:34 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1253271 The 2024 BMW i5 sedan is available in two configuration — the i5 eDrive40 with 335 hp and i5 M60 xDrive with 590 hp.

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]]> 1253271 The Chevy Silverado EV’s range will set a new bar for electric pickups https://www.themanual.com/auto/chevy-silverado-ev-range-improved/ Thu, 22 Jun 2023 14:00:29 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1253170 With 450 miles of range, the Chevy Silverado EV will have the longest range in an electric pick up.

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]]> 1253170 Ford increases BlueCruise subscription to $800 per year https://www.themanual.com/auto/ford-bluecruise-subscription-price-hike/ Wed, 21 Jun 2023 14:00:11 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1252990 Ford's BlueCruise susbcription has been increased from $200 to $800 per year.

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]]> 1252990 Here’s how to live in your car comfortably for a few weeks (or longer) like a pro https://www.themanual.com/auto/how-to-live-out-of-your-car/ Mon, 19 Jun 2023 16:00:21 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=102107 Here’s everything you’ll need to stay safe, sane, and happy when living out of your car for a little while (or longer).

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]]> 102107 This is how easy it is to wash your car at home https://www.themanual.com/auto/how-to-wash-your-car-at-home/ Wed, 14 Jun 2023 16:00:27 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1207686 Follow these simple steps in our guide that demonstrates how to wash your car at home. You'll save money by not needing to go to the car wash.

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]]> 1207686 Shop the best tire shines to get your car’s kicks looking like new again https://www.themanual.com/auto/best-tire-shines/ Tue, 13 Jun 2023 16:00:01 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1062466 Your tires take some serious abuse, and the best way to get them looking new again is with a high-quality tire shine.

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]]> 1062466 How to start road racing on a budget https://www.themanual.com/auto/how-to-start-road-racing-on-a-budget/ Mon, 12 Jun 2023 11:00:32 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=120709 Ever wanted to race wheel to wheel with other drivers? Here's everything you need to know to get started with road racing on a budget.

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]]> 120709 Popular automakers want the U.S. government to postpone 2030 EV adoption target https://www.themanual.com/auto/automakers-want-us-government-to-postpone-electric-vehicle-adoption/ Sat, 10 Jun 2023 18:00:37 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1250726 The EPA proposed new rules to increase EV adoption to 60% by 2030, and automakers thinks it would be challenging to meet that target.

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]]> 1250726 Pirelli P-Zero AS Plus 3 tire review: First drive tests leave a lasting impression https://www.themanual.com/auto/pirelli-p-zero-as-plus-3-tire-first-drive/ Sat, 10 Jun 2023 11:00:02 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1251575 The Pirelli P-Zero AS Plus 3 promises racing inspired performance in an all-season tire. Did it deliver? We tested it to find out.

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]]> 1251575 Behold the most insane, street-legal go-karts for grown-ass adults https://www.themanual.com/auto/best-street-legal-go-karts/ Fri, 09 Jun 2023 15:00:31 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=998041 Three wheels or four, hardtop or no top, the world's coolest street-legal go-karts are straight out of Batman's garage. And we really, really want one.

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]]> 998041 These are all the premium packages for the F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix https://www.themanual.com/auto/f1-las-vegas-grand-prix-packages/ Wed, 07 Jun 2023 15:08:30 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1251225 The F1 Grand Prix is coming to Las Vegas after 41 years hiatus — what are the tickets available?

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]]> 1251225 Pirelli’s new P-Zero AS Plus 3 may be the new gold standard of tires https://www.themanual.com/auto/pirelli-p-zero-as-plus-3/ Wed, 07 Jun 2023 13:00:06 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1251143 Building on the heritage of its , Pirelli has announced the P-Zero AS Plus 3, which the company promises will have the “comfort and durability” of the Pirelli “Plus” line in a “new ultra-high-performance tire exclusively developed for the North American market.” The tire is available in 31 sizes, ranging from 17 to 22 inches. […]

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]]> 1251143 BMW has started work on bringing full VR to its vehicles https://www.themanual.com/auto/bmw-takes-first-step-to-full-virtual-reality-cars/ Tue, 06 Jun 2023 13:00:29 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1249924 For the first time ever, you can now use a virtual or a mixed reality headset in a fast moving car without any glitches.

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]]> 1249924 Maybach has a gorgeous new ‘Night Series’ with updates inside and out, and exclusive finishes https://www.themanual.com/auto/maybach-night-edition-2023/ Sun, 04 Jun 2023 19:00:08 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1249608 Just when you thought Maybach couldn't get any better, here comes the Night Edition.

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]]> 1249608 BMW is updating and electrifying its lineup for the summer, OS 8.5 available in July https://www.themanual.com/auto/bmw-new-evs-summer-2023/ Fri, 02 Jun 2023 11:00:33 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1249416 BMW has announced three new EV models in its lineup — the BMW i4 xDrive40, BMW 750e xDrive, and BMW i7 eDrive50. BMW 740i will also come with all-wheel drive.

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]]> 1249416 These are all of the states charging EV owners extra fees just for going electric https://www.themanual.com/auto/road-tax-on-electric-cars-by-state/ Wed, 31 May 2023 13:00:25 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1248280 The increasing popularity and demand for plug-in electric vehicles in the United States is evident through the consistent growth in sales figures over the years. In 2022, the sales of these vehicles reached their peak, with an estimated 800,000 units sold within the country. This is a significant increase compared to previous years, indicating consumers’ […]

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