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• Is a new Honda Civic Si as good as the S2000? In a word: no. But it''s still pretty fun. (Road & Track)
   
• There''s some neat aircraft in that new Dune trailer. It should be exciting, whenever you can safely go see movies again. (Jalopnik)
   
• Ever driven a Ferrari 250 GT? Yeah, me either. But this shop will get you close. (Hagerty)
   
• Go inside the mind of Tom Cotter, the legendary star of the Barn Find Hunter YouTube show. (Autoweek)

• Stick Garmin's top-rated Dash Cam 30 to your windshield for just $49.99. That's $120 cheaper than buying directly from Garmin. It's super compact, records 1080p HD video, includes a microSD card, has a built-in g-sensor, and has a crisp 1.4-inch LCD display.
   
• If you've ever had to drill out or hacksaw a slot across the head of a rounded bolt head to remove it, you probably invested in a bolt extraction socket set immediately after. For those who haven't learned that painful lesson yet, save yourself some anguish with RocketScoket's 13-Piece Extraction Socket Set for just $49.99.
   
• Northern Tool is currently discounting their Ironton 4ft. x 8ft. steel folding utility trailer to just $348.99, saving over $150. With a payload capacity of 1100 lbs. and the ability to stand vertically on built-in casters, this trailer is as versatile as it is convenient.

• You probably have scores of these and you may even use one daily. But how did the Phillips screwdriver take over the world? Road & Track found out, and the answer is quite fascinating. LINK
• From Speedhunters comes a meditation on what car culture means in 2020, complete with tons of gorgeous photos. LINK
• As we enter a boom for hybrids and EVs, here''s why Ford doesn''t want its own battery plant-yet. LINK

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• Eight-speed automatics are one thing, but nine speeds? Ten speeds? It''s a bit much. But we may have gone as far as we can without wading into the realm of *shudder* CVTs. Car and Driver
   
• Drift-spec Nissan Hardbody? Yes, drift-spec Nissan Hardbody. Speedhunters
   
• From the vault: Car magazine''s 1990 interview with Ayrton Senna is still fascinating today. Car
   
• "More aspirational than operational" is how our sister site describes North Korea''s newest tank, but that could change. The War Zone

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• If you''re quick, five quarts of Mobil 1 Full Synthetic Oil in your ride's favorite flavor is just $12.38 after a $10 rebate. You need to place your order online or pick up in-store by September 30th (that's today!) to be eligible. 
   
• Detailed Image is offering free shipping on Griot's Garage, Chemical Guys, CarPro and all other pro detailing supplies through midnight tonight with promo code FallShip20. 
   
• Keep a watchful eye on watchful eyes with a Uniden DFR7 Super Long Range Radar/Laser Detector with GPS for only $139.99 from BuyDig. The DFR7's solid performance, false alert filtering, and affordability rightfully earned it an honorable mention in our most recent radar detector roundup.
   
• Unless you can claim a Porsche dealership service bay as your wrench space, you could likely use some better permanent lighting in your garage. Right now a six-pack of four-foot linkable LED tube fixtures is just $34.90 on eBay.

• Is Lewis Hamilton officially Formula One''s GOAT driver? A lot of people are saying that right now. CNN 
   
• The R33 Nissan Skyline GT-R is coming of age for America''s import laws. Here''s how it holds up today. Car and Driver
   
• "Taking an iconic Porsche and making it even better is always a good idea. In this instance, I believe it was a great idea." Speedhunters

• Show your truck some love and save some cash with AutoAnything's Black Friday November sale. The sale offers historically low prices on premium products including Husky Liners and Maxliner floor mats, BAK and TruXedo tonneau covers, Power Stop brake kits, CURT hitches, and much, much more.
   
• Speaking of Black Friday, now is the time to start setting up anything that will help you game the system and maximize savings. New this year is a 15-day FREE trial to Walmart+ that includes free shipping regardless of the order amount, among other benefits. The trial period will carry you through Black Friday and Cyber Monday to ensure that you can take advantage of the deepest discounts on video games, toys, tools, and other items that often fall below Walmart's typical $35 free shipping threshold.

• Can California really achieve its EV-only future by 2035? Even if it doesn''t, it''s already made a bigger difference than you may realize. Car and Driver
   
• BMW helped usher Mini into the modern era. But Daihatsu-yes, Daihatsu-may have done it better. Jalopnik
   
• A Biden Administration is sure to bring a lot more regulations to private industry than we saw in the Trump years, and this story argues that autonomous driving tech needs to be high on the priorities list. Slate
   
• Calling it now: the Ferrari Roma is the best thing the prancing horse brand has done in years. Maybe even decades. Road & Track

• Garmin makes some damn fine GPS gadgets that someone you know wants (it's okay if that someone is you.) From dash cams to navigation systems and even fitness smartwatches, the Garmin Holiday Sale offers discounted gear for everyone.
   
• Regardless of whether you gift it or immediately put it around your tree, saving $60 off the lowest price we've ever seen on Lionel's O Gauge Disney Christmas Electric Train Set is a deal to take advantage of. This isn't the cheap-o rickety "Holiday Train Set" you'll find on sale at most retailers just for the holidays. This proper Lionel set includes a remote, Bluetooth connectivity, RailSounds RC Sound System, puffing smoke, and their expandable Fastrack system.
   
• What would even a handful of gift suggestions be without a crazy deal on a solid set of power tools. CPO Outlets is selling a certified refurbished Craftsman 20V Li-Ion 6-Tool Combo Kit for just $199.99. You get a 20V 1/2 in. Drill Driver, Impact Driver, Reciprocating Saw, Circular Saw, Oscillating Tool, Task Light, and two 20V MAX 2 Ah Lithium-Ion Batteries all backed by a 2-year warranty. I've been exclusively using a Craftsman V20 brushless drill and impact since they were released and they've simply been the best cordless tools I've owned.

• Want to get off the grid? Hell yes, so do I, lately. Here are some of the very best ones you can buy right now. Gear Patrol
   
• Here''s another take on that Bronco Sport from our pals at Jalopnik, with a lot more info on its off-roading capabilities. Jalopnik
   
• Walter Cronkite: Newsman. Icon. Car guy? Turns out, yes. Road & Track
   
• Finally, if you need a bit more escapism, here''s a road trip with some classic BMWs and a Ferrari 308. Speedhunters

• One of the absolute best experiences you can have sim racing or flying (or PC gaming in general) is with a great VR headset like an Oculus Rift S. It builds on the tech of its Oculus predecessors to drastically improve optics, visual clarity and motion tracking. Currently discounted at Walmart for just $299.00, saving $100 off its usual price, the Oculus Rift S should be on your gift list.
   
• While gaming is consuming your poor non-cybernetically modified human brain, consider saving $10 on the single most anticipated video game blockbuster of the year. Cyberpunk 2077 for Xbox One, PlayStation 4 or PC is already discounted to $49.94. I've been driving around Night City for a couple days, and am completely smitten by the immersion, detail, and level of freedom Cyberpunk 2077 offers.
   
• Get yourself and a friend or significant other into the wild (and away from video games) with an incredible deal on a complete campsite-in-a-bag. Ozark Trail's 22-piece Camping Tent Combo boasts great reviews and is discounted to just $99.00. Add a deck of cards, some food, a fire, and beverages of your choice for a spectacular night outdoors.

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• Cheaper, better, more earth-friendly EV batteries are key to moving the auto industry into the next phase of its existence. Here''s a great explainer on how they''re getting cheaper over time. Ars Technica
   
• Who wins in a showdown between the four-cylinder turbo Toyota Supra and the Ford Mustang Ecoboost? Motor Trend
   
• Speaking of comparison tests, go back in time to the days when a status symbol was a luxury convertible, not a "coupe" SUV. Car and Driver
   
• The future of car insurance claim estimates after a crash? Algorithms. As with everything else. New York Times 

• It's the first day of Autumn! Time to put away the shorts and bust out the hoodies. It's also time to think about winterizing your vehicle. And right now you can save up to $130 on a full set of tires - including winter and all-season treads - at Discount Tire Direct. 
   
• Save 38 percent on a full, 92-piece set of Husky Mechanic's Tools today at Home Depot. Best of all, it comes with a Lifetime Warranty with no questions asked, and no receipt required.
   
• Put on your noise-canceling headphones and get away from it all (if only for a few, precious, solitary minutes). Right now, take $15 off all editions - Standard, Deluxe, and Premium - of Microsoft Flight Simulator at Best Buy.
   
• Get smoked, tinted, clear, and even bubbled license plate covers today at eBay for less than $7. The more you buy, the more you save.

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• The most important car of the year may in fact be the electric version of the new Ford F-150. Here''s a dive into Ford''s $700 million Michigan plant renovation to make that truck happen-and why it marks the beginning of the EV truck wars. Wall Street Journal
   
• If you''re in the market for a hot hatchback in America, your options have arguably never been better. Here''s a shootout between four of the best (well, three; the Mercedes-AMG CLA45 is a sedan, but it''s got the same approach.) Motor Trend
   
• In Australia, the battle between Holden and Ford defined generations of car culture. Now, that country''s homegrown auto industry is a shadow of its former self. Here''s how that happened. Road & Track 


• I have long said the Chevrolet Bolt EV is the best car nobody pays attention to. If you want an amazing deal on one right now, hit up Costco. Jalopnik
   

• The summer heat has probably not been kind to your wipers. Use promo code SCW5DT9 to wipe $5 off a $25+ windshield wiper purchase at Advance Auto Parts.
   
• Discounted through Sept 26th, slip your hands into a pair of Bear Knuckles cowhide work gloves for just $12.99. In my experience, Bear Knuckles are some of the most comfortable and durable work gloves you can buy.
   
• Take 7% Off Sitewide at Morris 4x4 Center with promo code REWARD, $25 off $250+ with Code VIP25, or $40 off $400+ with Code VIP40.

• Take an additional 15% off items sold through eBay's new certified refurbished hub by applying promo code PICKCR15 at checkout. Stacking the promo on top of already reduced prices equates to some truly exceptional prices on everything from power tools to KitchenAid stand mixers to laptops and more. The coupon code is good through October 28th.
   
• Home Depot''s Black Friday ad is already making its rounds online. Among tons of other great tool deals, a Husky 270pc Mechanics Tool Set will be just $99.00. If you just can''t wait or fear a likely sell out, a similar Husky 290pc Mechanics Tool Set is discounted to $149.00 right now.
   
• Planning a brake job in the near future? Advance Auto Parts will lathe $15 off your $60+ brake order when you use promo code SCR15DT10 online.
   
• A timeless classic, save $5 on a Tonka Mighty Steel Dump Truck at Walmart.

The current Nissan 370Z isn't quite old enough to buy its own cigarettes, but sure feels that way. With a 3.7-liter naturally aspirated V6 and enough performance to show up some of today's whippersnappers, it's a capable machine, but its age makes it impossible to justify as a new car purchase.

Nissan knows this, and it knows it could use some positive headlines lately. (It's just not a great look when your former CEO flees a country to escape prosecution.) With any luck, the upcoming Nissan Z Proto will help fix that. It debuts next week and promises to bring the Z legend into the modern era at last. And as we learned today, the manual gearbox option may be sticking around. We're guessing at least a few Toyota executives just got really nervous. 

Beyond that, today's edition of Drive Wire has six-legged military trucks from the '80s, what happens when you mount a GoPro inside a Toyota Supra engine, and a lesson in the dangers of civil asset forfeiture. Reader, what more could you possibly want out of your car newsletter? 

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"For others, mired in poverty, crime, and hopelessness, racing means freedom and a small way to give their lives meaning." Road & Track looked at Cape Town's underground street racing scene, and the infamous "Ghost Squad" cops who take it on. (Road & Track)

Everyone knows Amelia Earhardt. But why don't more of us know Lilian Bland, the first woman to design, build, and fly her own plane? (Jalopnik)

If you have an EV truck and you're hauling a huge load, what do you do if the charging stations on your way can't accommodate something your size? On the cusp of an electric pickup boom, nobody has that question figured out yet. (Car and Driver)

Whether he's doing a high-stakes heist in a classic Mini or giving pep talks to Batman, Michael Caine has had a fascinating and enduring career. Also, turns out he did Jaws 4 to buy a new house for his mother, which makes sense if you've seen that movie. Here's 15 films to put on your list if you're a Caine superfan. (MEL Magazine)

From track-days and camping trips to power outages and tailgating, there are a myriad of reasons to jump on this discounted Pulsar 12000W Dual-Fuel Gas/Propane Generator for $886.00.

At just $39.99 / pair, it's worth owning a set of good 2-way radios. These Uniden walkie-talkies have a 30-mile range, privacy codes, hands-free capability, emergency alerts, and 22 channels (including NOAA weather.)

Walmart has shaved $30 off the price of the Apple Watch Series 3, now just $169.00. Beyond its dominance as a watch that tells time, there's no shortage of auto-enthusiast specific apps available for your Apple-equipped wrist. BMW, Hyundai, Tesla, Mercedes and other manufacturers even offer Apple Watch apps that go as far as replacing your car keys.

• Black Friday is almost upon us! Check out The Drive''s hub for the best deals on tools right here.
   
• If you need a solid EDC knife on a budget, you can't go wrong with a Gerber Paraframe Mini SS discounted to just $7.97 at Walmart. These knives make exceptionally good stocking stuffers and ship easily and inexpensively for long-distance gifting.
   
• It seems the less we all drive, the less expensive radar detectors and in-car gadgets get. Cobra is currently offering a refurbished SPX6655 Ultra Performance Radar Detector with a 1 yr. certified warranty for just $39.99. If that doesn't do it for you, Cobra's eBay store is stocked with more bargains on radar detectors, dash cams, inverters, and radios.

• "Why are attainable enthusiast cars disappearing? Because young working people can no longer afford to buy them." Road & Track
   
• While we''re asking questions: why can''t automakers figure out how to design around front license plates? Jalopnik
   
• Car and Driver''s much-ballyhooed 10 Best list is here for 2021. It''s a good list! I agree with most of these picks. Car and Driver
   
• And finally, an E30 with 550+ HP seems like a great way to get some points on your license. Speedhunters

• Uniden DFR9 Super Long Range Radar Detector / $144.99 / Woot
• Car Audio Black Friday Sale / Crutchfield
  
  Tools / Garage Gear
   
• HART 20-Volt Cordless 4-Tool Combo Kit / $159.00 / Walmart
• Milwaukee 25 ft. Wide Blade Tape Measure (2-Pack) / $9.97 / Home Depot
• Panther Vision POWERCAP 35/55 Lined Fleece LED Beanie / $16.99 / Best Buy
  
  Camping / Sporting Goods / Outdoors
   
• SOG Multitool Sale / Woot
• Sportsman 4,000/3,500-watt Dual Fuel Powered Portable Generator, Runs on LPG or Regular Gasoline / $269.00 / Home Depot
  
  Simulation / PC Gaming
   
• Save up to 75% on select PlayStation 4 and 5 Titles / Amazon
• Samsung 49" CHG90 QLED Gaming Monitor / $699.00 / Microsoft
  
  Televisions / Streaming Devices / Home Theater
   
• Roku Premiere | HD/4K/HDR Streaming Media Player / $24.99 / Walmart
  
  Wearable Tech / Personal Audio
   
• Bose Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones 700 / $299.00 / Walmart
  
  Tablets / Smartphones / Tech
   
• SAMSUNG Galaxy Tab A 10.1" 128GB Tablet, Black / $199.00 / Walmart
• Apple 10.9-inch iPad Air Wi-Fi 64GB / $559.00 / Walmart

• Black Friday is almost here! Score some early deals here. 
   
• If your ride needs a new set of rubber, we found even more early Black Friday tire deals at Discount Tire. Choose between 10% instant savings on Michelins or up to $125 back from other tire brands. What's more, if you use your Discount Tire credit card through 11/14, you'll stack an additional rebate of up to $40 on top of early Black Friday savings.
   
• Northern Tool is also running a free gift card promotion that stacks on top of early Black Friday and other sale prices. Use keycode 273542 at checkout to get a free $10 gift card on orders $100+, $25 on $250+, $50 on $500+, or $100 on $1000+.