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Nick Tandy on His Record-Setting Porsche Career and Racing 'Rexy'

By Car and Drive | | 5/3/2026 2:31 PM

The British race car driver is the first person to win all four major 24-hour races, and now he drives for IMSA's most popular team. ... Read full Story

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Oh Great, Your Future Autonomous Car Could Rack Up Parking Fees For You

By carbuzz.com | Ian Wright | 5/3/2026 2:30 PM

Because in 21st century capitalism, the key is to automate your share of the pie. ... Read full Story

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Come with Me to a Secret Car Show in Milan, Italy

By Car and Drive | | 5/3/2026 2:00 PM

Ferraris, Citroëns, and station wagons—all are welcome at the Piazza Affari. ... Read full Story

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1998 Mid-Size-Sedan Comparo: Which $20K Four-Door Is the Best of Seven?

By Car and Drive | | 5/3/2026 1:59 PM

Time for a new family hauler? We compare seven of the leading candidates—Dodge Stratus, Ford Contour, Honda Accord, Mazda 626, Nissan Altima, Oldsmobile Cutlass, and Toyota Camry. ... Read full Story

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View Photos from the 1998 Mid-Size-Sedan Comparison Test

By Car and Drive | | 5/3/2026 1:59 PM

See the interior and exterior of the 1998 Ford Contour GL, Oldsmobile Cutlass GLS, Mazda 626LX, Dodge Stratus ES, Nissan Altima GXE, Toyota Camry LE, and Honda Accord LX from every angle. ... Read full Story

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The Little Tikes Cozy Coupe, Now Available as an EV

By Car and Drive | | 5/3/2026 1:00 PM

A new add-on to the Cozy Coupe range lets kids plug in their ride-in toy (sort of). ... Read full Story

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Toyota Is Taking The Fight To BMW And Tesla, But Not With Cars

By carbuzz.com | Brett T. Evans | 5/3/2026 12:30 PM

Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada has just hired "Digit," a humanoid robot that is designed to load and unload parts bins on the assembly floor. ... Read full Story

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Roll Like the Yakuza in This Toyota Century on Bring a Trailer

By Car and Drive | | 5/3/2026 11:00 AM

The V-12-powered Century is a favorite in Japan's underworld. ... Read full Story

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Portugal's Ford-Powered Supercar Is Racing Towards Production

By carbuzz.com | Ian Wright | 5/3/2026 10:30 AM

This could be the Ford GT follow-up we didn't know we needed. ... Read full Story

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GPS Wouldn't Work Without One Of Science's Most Complex Theories Driving It

By carbuzz.com | Ian Wright | 5/2/2026 2:30 PM

If Einstein hadn't tried to solve the mysteries of the universe, we'd still be using paper road maps to find our way home. ... Read full Story

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View Photos of Lotus at Milan Design Week 2026

By Car and Drive | | 5/2/2026 2:00 PM

Get a close-up look at the wedgy electric Theory 1 concept and other artistic and technical artifacts as they were displayed in Italy. ... Read full Story

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Lotus's Edgy, Wedgy Theory 1 Was in the Spotlight at Milan Design Week

By Car and Drive | | 5/2/2026 2:00 PM

A mini museum of Lotus history played backing band to the Theory 1 concept car. ... Read full Story

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Kids Can Learn A Lot From Parents, Including Bad Driving Habits

By carbuzz.com | Joel Stocksdale | 5/2/2026 12:30 PM

There's no better time to shape up your driving than when you have kids. ... Read full Story

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No, This 1966 Ford on Bring a Trailer Is Not a Mustang

By Car and Drive | | 5/2/2026 11:00 AM

This ultra-rare variant was sold new in Europe, where Ford's pony car was badged T5. ... Read full Story

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Everything About This BMW iX3 Video Is Fake

By carbuzz.com | Ian Wright | 5/2/2026 10:30 AM

BMW used AI to wholly generate a short video advertisement for the new iX3, and the company wasn't shy about saying it. BMW calls it an AI experiment. ... Read full Story

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How to Navigate Dealer Fees and Negotiate a Car's Out-the-Door Price

By Car and Drive | | 5/2/2026 8:00 AM

Extra charges can quickly inflate the price of a car. Be on the lookout for them and know when to say no. ... Read full Story

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Are You Elite Enough to Buy a One-Off from Bugatti or Aston Martin? Probably Not

By Car and Drive | | 5/2/2026 8:00 AM

For ultraexclusive automakers, maximum profits come from minimum volume. ... Read full Story

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Sales Numbers Don't Lie: Toyota Has A Prius Problem

By carbuzz.com | Christopher Smith | 5/1/2026 6:58 PM

The lord of the hybrids is having a rough time right now, but Toyota isn't hurting. Not by a long shot. ... Read full Story

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This Year's Indy 500 Pace Car Has Nearly Double The Horsepower Of The Race Cars

By carbuzz.com | Joel Stocksdale | 5/1/2026 6:20 PM

It's a celebration of America and speed. ... Read full Story

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Here's Why Nissan's New Rogue E-Hybrid System Is Different From Everything Else

By carbuzz.com | Tom Murphy | 5/1/2026 5:40 PM

With a focus on quick, smooth acceleration and quietness, Nissan engineers set out to deliver the "most refined hybrid in the segment." ... Read full Story

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Singing mice puff up air sacs to make their sweet songs

by Science News | May 05 2026

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Wander through Adrienna Matzeg’s Embroidered, Late-Night City Explorations

by Colossal | May 05 2026

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Jaguar's Polarizing New Car Is Finally Getting An Actual Name

by carbuzz.com | May 05 2026

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NBA playoff winners and losers: Austin Reaves is not loving Lakers vs. Thunder matchup, but Chet Holmgren is

by CBS Interactive Inc | May 06 2026

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Miley Cyrus' Oscars 2025 Hair Would Have Been Perfect If Not For One Fatal Flaw

by The List | Mar 02 2025

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The allure of the paranormal prevails

by BookPage | May 06 2026

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10 Dollar Tree Must-Haves That Will Declutter Your Pantry

by The Daily Meal | May 05 2026

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DraftKings Super Bowl Promo Code: Get Extended $300 Seahawks-Patriots Bonus

by ESNY | Feb 08 2026

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New Ozempic Pill Could Revolutionize Type 2 Diabetes Treatment. Here's How

by Healthline.com | May 05 2026

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Long Island University hit with 3-year NCAA probation for widespread eligibility violations

by greaterlongisland.com | May 05 2026

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Health officials warn NYC Italian eatery patrons of possible exposure to measles by infected diner

by New York Post | May 06 2026

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2026 Primary: 8th Congressional District

by NJ Spotlight | May 05 2026

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Yeti’s New Party Essential Might Put Its Iconic Hard Coolers Out of a Job

by Gear Patrol | May 05 2026

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E-bike rider dies after hit-and-run in Amsterdam

by NEWS10 ABC | May 05 2026

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Trump pauses Project Freedom less than two days after launch

by United Press International, Inc. | May 06 2026

Word of the Day

flamboyant

Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for May 6, 2026 is:

flamboyant • \flam-BOY-ant\ • adjective

Someone or something described as flamboyant has a very noticeable quality that attracts a lot of attention. Such a person or thing is often strikingly elaborate or colorful in their behavior or display.

// Reality television attracts millions of viewers for its depictions of flamboyant, larger-than-life personalities living equally flamboyant lifestyles.

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Examples:

“[Helen] McCrory’s flamboyant and perfectly drawn portrayal of Polly was the show’s real treasure, a steel-willed matriarch unusually attuned to the mysticism of the Shelby family’s Romani roots who also served as a ruthlessly pragmatic consigliere. ... McCrory’s Polly was so electric that the show remained totally riveting any time she was onscreen.” — Jack Hamilton, Slate, 20 Mar. 2026

Did you know?

Associate the word flamboyant with bananas flambé and the word’s fiery etymology will be seared in your mind. Flamboyant, which was borrowed into English from French in the 19th century, can be traced back to the Old French word flambe, meaning “flame.” In its earliest uses flamboyant referred to an ornate style of Gothic architecture popular in France and Spain, which featured waving curves suggestive of flames. Eventually, the word developed a more general second sense for anything eye-catching or showy. And of course, flambe is also the origin of the English adjective flambé, which describes food flamboyantly dressed or served with flaming liquor.

Nick Tandy on His Record-Setting Porsche Career and Racing 'Rexy'

Oh Great, Your Future Autonomous Car Could Rack Up Parking Fees For You

Come with Me to a Secret Car Show in Milan, Italy

1998 Mid-Size-Sedan Comparo: Which $20K Four-Door Is the Best of Seven?

View Photos from the 1998 Mid-Size-Sedan Comparison Test

The Little Tikes Cozy Coupe, Now Available as an EV

Toyota Is Taking The Fight To BMW And Tesla, But Not With Cars

Roll Like the Yakuza in This Toyota Century on Bring a Trailer

Portugal's Ford-Powered Supercar Is Racing Towards Production

GPS Wouldn't Work Without One Of Science's Most Complex Theories Driving It

View Photos of Lotus at Milan Design Week 2026

Lotus's Edgy, Wedgy Theory 1 Was in the Spotlight at Milan Design Week

Kids Can Learn A Lot From Parents, Including Bad Driving Habits

No, This 1966 Ford on Bring a Trailer Is Not a Mustang

Everything About This BMW iX3 Video Is Fake

How to Navigate Dealer Fees and Negotiate a Car's Out-the-Door Price

Are You Elite Enough to Buy a One-Off from Bugatti or Aston Martin? Probably Not

Sales Numbers Don't Lie: Toyota Has A Prius Problem

This Year's Indy 500 Pace Car Has Nearly Double The Horsepower Of The Race Cars

Here's Why Nissan's New Rogue E-Hybrid System Is Different From Everything Else

Kelley Blue Book

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Singing mice puff up air sacs to make their sweet songs

Wander through Adrienna Matzeg’s Embroidered, Late-Night City Explorations

Jaguar's Polarizing New Car Is Finally Getting An Actual Name

NBA playoff winners and losers: Austin Reaves is not loving Lakers vs. Thunder matchup, but Chet Holmgren is

Miley Cyrus' Oscars 2025 Hair Would Have Been Perfect If Not For One Fatal Flaw

The allure of the paranormal prevails

10 Dollar Tree Must-Haves That Will Declutter Your Pantry

DraftKings Super Bowl Promo Code: Get Extended $300 Seahawks-Patriots Bonus

New Ozempic Pill Could Revolutionize Type 2 Diabetes Treatment. Here's How

Long Island University hit with 3-year NCAA probation for widespread eligibility violations

Health officials warn NYC Italian eatery patrons of possible exposure to measles by infected diner

2026 Primary: 8th Congressional District

Yeti’s New Party Essential Might Put Its Iconic Hard Coolers Out of a Job

E-bike rider dies after hit-and-run in Amsterdam

Trump pauses Project Freedom less than two days after launch

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