He rebuilt a 200,000-mile Land Cruiser - and found a huge problem
We spend four days rebuilding the heart of a high-mileage Toyota Land Cruiser, replacing the transfer case, front and rear differentials, axle shafts, bearings, seals, gears, and manual locking hubs to restore its four-wheel-drive system. With upgraded components throughout the drivetrain, the legendary 80 Series is almost ready for some of America's toughest off-road trails. But just when everything seems complete, one final mystery keeps the four-wheel-drive system from working as planned, setting the stage for the next chapter of the build.
2026-07-14T14:27:14Z
Mahindra sales jump 25% in July to over 1 lakh vehicles; Scorpio leads SUV volumes
Mahindra & Mahindra’s (M&M) total sales rose 24.8% year on year to 1,02,710 units in July 2026, compared with 82,297 units in the same month last year, according to the company’s monthly sales data. Total production increased 20.4% to 1,01,954 units from 84,667 units.Exports, meanwhile, rose 47.4% year on year to 4,159 units from 2,821 units.Scorpio leads Mahindra’s utility vehicle salesAmong individual models, the Scorpio diesel recorded the...
2026-08-10T11:50:51Z
A sporty little Toyota that works best in the city
The 2026 Toyota Aygo X GR Sport gives Toyota’s tiny city car a much sharper and more playful personality. With its compact body under 3.8 meters long, two tone design, black roof, yellow accents, 18 inch wheels, GR badges, and crossover stance, it looks more special than a normal Aygo X. Toyota also adds more than just styling, with 15 percent stiffer suspension and retuned steering for a slightly more responsive feel. Inside, the GR details continue with a perforated leather steering wheel, contrast stitching, GR seats, physical climate controls, JBL audio, wireless charging, and a large infotainment screen. The 115 HP hybrid system feels smart and efficient in city traffic, with EV driving at low speeds and simple drive modes. However, rear space is very limited, cabin materials are basic, and motorway comfort is not its strength. At over 30000 euros, the GR Sport is fun, but the smarter buy may be a mid spec Aygo X or a larger Toyota Yaris.
2026-08-11T03:35:56Z
Xpeng G6 begins a real five year EV ownership story
This first episode begins a real long term ownership series with the Xpeng G6 AWD Performance. After reviewing the car earlier and comparing it with other options, Peter was impressed enough to choose it as his personal car through a five year private lease. This series is different from a normal one week review because it follows what the G6 is like in daily life over time. Future episodes will explore real range, efficiency in different weather, charging and fast charging, family practicality, boot space, rear seat comfort, navigation, cameras in fog, climate controls, cabin noise in rain, and how well the car fits into everyday places like underground parking garages. The series is not paid promotion, but cooperation with Xpeng may allow deeper access to factories, service centers, and behind the scenes content. It is a practical ownership story built around real questions from daily EV life.
2026-08-02T04:35:55Z
It's a $12,000 EV. The American car industry is doomed.
While American families face record vehicle prices, long-term loans, and monthly payments approaching $800, Chinese companies are producing modern electric cars for a fraction of the cost. Yet aggressive tariffs and national security restrictions have effectively locked them out of the American market. This video examines the 100% tariff on Chinese electric vehicles, the influence of Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis, and why affordable models such as the BYD Seagull pose an existential threat to Detroit’s business model. We also investigate claims that Chinese vehicles are unsafe and compare them with cars that have earned top ratings in European crash tests. But the controversy goes beyond trade and corporate lobbying. Connected vehicles contain cameras, microphones, sensors, and software that manufacturers can update remotely. Washington fears these systems could be used for surveillance or even to disable thousands of cars during a geopolitical crisis. Cheap Chinese cars could lower prices and accelerate America’s transition to electric vehicles, but they could also give a foreign power access to critical infrastructure. The real question is whether Americans are being protected from China, or protected from affordable competition. SUGGEST A TOPIC: https://bit.ly/suggest-an-infographic... Don't forget to FOLLOW! SOURCES: All videos are based on publicly available information unless otherwise noted.
2026-08-05T22:10:38Z
Listing all 40 of my cars for sale (goodbye hooptie fleet)
Explore this impressive collection of 40 cars, featuring unique and iconic vehicles: - 2000 Hummer H1 wagon, 180k mi, lots of recent work, a few small issues, $55,000 - 1989 Lamborghini Countach 25th anniversary, 19,000 km, all original, $450,000 - 2005 Cadillac Escalade ESV Platinum, Rip Tide Blue, 99,000 miles, $15,000 - 1988 Suzuki Jimny JDM Import, RHD turbo 3 cylinder, original and clean, $8,000 - 1995 Ford Mustang Cobra R, 6800 mi, 1 of 250 factory race cars, 60k build to 570hp, $20,000 - 2002 Aston Martin V12 Vantage Volante, automatic, 54k mi, getting major service, $29,000 - 2008 Mercedes Maybach 57, 120k mi salvage title, Maaco respray, small issues, $25,000 - 2000 Pontiac Trans Am WS6 6 speed, 106,000 mi, built engine 400+HP, $12,000 - 1966 Ford Mustang Fastback GT350 Tribute, 5.0 supercharged, Tremec, $48,000 - 1979 Porsche 911 SC cab (awaiting installation of sympathetic rebuilt engine), $30,000 - 1984 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, 196k mi, new paint and wood trim, $15,000 - 1985 Mercedes 500SL euro, 130k mi, my first car, $1 million - 1988 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham, 50k mi, new paint, sorted, $9,000 - 1990 Ferrari 348TS, 100k mi, bad repaint, worse interior, great runner, $50,000 - 1994 Jeep Wrangler Jurassic Park tribute, great patina, 124k mi, $35,000 - 1994 Ferrari 456gt, 13,000 km, gated manual, Japanese spec, well sorted, $85,000 - 1997 Lamborghini Diablo VT roadster, 20,000 km, awaiting new lift struts, $390,000 - 2001 Bentley Azure, 68k mi, formerly owned by JCVD, sorted, $50,000 - 2001 BMW 740i sport, 80k mi, timing chains job done, excellent, $19,000 - 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago Roadster, 19k mi, new clutch, $180,000 - 1966 Chevrolet Corvette 427, Nassau Blue, new engine, tremec 5 speed, $80,000 - 2011 Mercedes SLS AMG gullwing coupe, 37k mi, Designo colors, $195,000 - 2016 Chevrolet Explorer 9 Passenger van, high top, limo interior, 50k mi, $50,000 - 2021 Beck Spyder 550 replica, 200 miles, Subaru Boxer powered, $60,000 - 1994 GMC Suburban, 125 m, 4x4, great survivor, very sorted, $12,000 - 2013 Tesla Model S Performance, 99k mi, rebuilt battery, third row, $29,000 - 1973 Mercedes 280SE 4.5, 120k mi, original paint survivor, sorted, $12,000 - 1959 Austin Healey Sprite, beautiful older restoration, $28,000 - 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited, 124k mi, lifted beautiful survivor 4x4, $12,000 - 1979 Pontiac Trans Am, 160,000 km, original except one repaint, very nice driver, $18,000 - 1996 Lincoln Town Car Limo, 39k mi, always privately owned, very cool interior, $5,000 - 1997 BMW M3 Coupe 5 Speed, Flood Salvage, terminal rust, the worst M3 you’ll find, $5,000 - 2001 Dodge Dakota R/T, 180k mi, rebuilt trans, lots of recent work, scruffy but solid, $5,000 - 2005 Cadillac Escalade EXT convertible truck, 193k miles, AWD, driver, TX truck, $8,000 - 2000 BMW M5, 166k mi, new clutch and other recent work, $19,000 - 2000 BMW Z3 2.3 5 speed, 92k mi, theft recovery, somewhat scruffy, $6,000 - 2003 BMW X5 4.6 is, 116k mi, awaiting chain guides and other work, $8,000 - 2001 BMW M3 6 speed coupe, 77k mi, very nice, new clutch coming, $28,000 - 2001 BMW Z8, 37k mi, excellent condition, $220,000 - 1997 Chevrolet Camaro 25th Anniversary, 24k miles, 6 speed, factory fresh, SOLD #CarCollection #ClassicCars #LuxuryCars #CarSales #CarCulture
2026-08-10T17:18:13Z
