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The Drive
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- The Drive
Dear Dodge Dart Owners: My Bad
The latest car news, reviews, and features. Last week, I wrote what seemed like a mundane news story about the Dodge Dart. For those who missed it, the feds are opening an investigation into whether a previous transmission shifter bushing recall actually fixed the problem it was designed to address. Dry stuff, really, but it passed for news in a traditionally not-so-newsy week, and to liven things up a bit, I may have taken a shot or two at the now-discontinued FCA compact, and then signed off by dressing up our normal tip solicitation just a tad: 'Of the 299,000 supposedly still out there, there might be six or seven that aren't rotting away in somebody's alleyway. ' ' Got a Dodge Dart that actually runs? Let us know at tips@ ' Welp, contrary to my flippant remarks, there really are more than just a few running Darts left in the wild, and as it turns out, quite a few of their owners read The Drive . And in defiance of all conventional Internet wisdom—not only did many of you actually read all the way to the end, but you took that bit of rhetorical flourish to heart. Over the course of the holiday weekend, Dart owner after Dart owner deposited a fresh email in our inbox, and most (though not all) of them heaped praise on their cars. Seriously, where are you all hiding? And you're all just so darned nice —too nice to treat my playful sniping as an act of hostility. Here's a sampling of the notes we received: Here's Noah to kick things off: Hello! I just finished reading Byron Hurd's piece on the Dodge Dart's faulty shifter cable. Funny enough, I don't remember ever receiving a previous recall notice and I haven't had any issues. I do perform all the maintenance myself and my Dart runs like a champ! I will keep this in mind and keep a lookout for any recalls! Have a Happy Independence Day!!! Niclas, a fellow orange-car connoisseur writes: Boy do I have a Dodge Dart. One from 2016 and two from way back in the day(older than me). It a 2016 with about 130,000 miles on it. And thank goodness it's not a lame automatic. It's seen better days. But she gets me from point A to point B and sometimes to C. I actually drove 1000 miles to get it. It was the closest one. Had to be a Dodge. Had to be a manual and most of all it had to be ORANGE. Thanks Lawrence writes: I bought a 2013 Dodge Dart new, still driving it. It's been in the shop 3 times. 2 for recalls (TCM and shifter bushing) 3rd time for a wheel alignment(maintenance). The car currently has 109768 Kilometers. It has the 1.4 turbo motor with the DDCT transmission. I had to adjust the wastegate, which I believe there is a bulletin for it. The vehicle is amazing on fuel on the highway, almost 1000 k to a tank. I replaced the rear brake pads this spring as the backing plates was rusty due to our winters. So far it's been a great reliable vehicle. It also has the rare Laguna blue paint (see photo) Robert seems to know the secret to keeping his son's Dart on the road: I wanted to email in about my 2013 Dodge Dart. It still runs fine and I have 170,000 miles on it now. I've even passed it down to my son who's started driving this summer. Let me know if you have any questions. I did experience the shifter cable failure but fixed it on my own. Roy's experience has been flawless: Best car I've ever owned. In the last almost eight years I've owned it I have only had 1 engine code for a sensor and of course the recalls. Which never gave me any issues. I only got them done for the sake of it being a recall. Better than average gas mileage at 26 City and 30 plus highway mpg. I haven't even had to replace the brakes yet. Michael's hasn't, but he's getting by: I have a 2013 Dodge dart that is experiencing those problems but it hasn't gotten to the point where it has been rendered useless I actually like the car for the most part I got a 6-speed 2013 Dodge dart SE manual. But Stephanie loves her 2016, and also included a pic. Blue Dart owners roll deep! Hello, I hope you're doing well. I've had my dart for 6 years now and I still love it. I have put it in the shop a couple of times but not until the last 6 months, the fuel pump went out and my motor mounts had to be replaced. Granted I hit a curb going pretty fast and knocked out the shifting linkage on my own and had that repaired in 2021. When i put it in the shop though, they did say I must be one of the lucky ones since mines done good overall. 2016 Dodge Dart GT. And we have another orange Dart owner here, Howie, who took a chance on one and had it pay off: I have a 2014 dart gt, 2.4l with a 6 speed manual. Crazy fun to drive and its General Lee orange. My wife wants to put the 01 on the doors and a flag on the roof. Only put a clutch and starter in it. Third owner, bought it with 121000 and currently at 172000. I bought as a commuter car to keep miles off of my Silverado. The first Dodge I've ever owned and I'm 51. It's all quiet on the Mopar front at Celia's: I own a 2015 Dodge Dart & it's still running. Read the article about the recall. Chris echoes that sentiment: I have a Dodge dart. 2014. It has over 100,000 miles on it. I have had very few problems with it. And then there's Mike, who couldn't be happier: hello, I have owned a dart since 2014 bought new. I have 135000 miles on it and had 0 issues. it is the Gt and it's peppy, 30 mpg and still in great shape, only 1 small rust bubble on the door. I love driving it and wish they still made them. I commute to work 60 miles a day 1 way and still enjoy this car. just wanted to share. A reader going only by auto_erotica might be the single most dedicated Dart owner on the planet: purchased a 2013 Dodge Dart Limited with the 1.4L and six-speed manual in December 2013 – the first year of the reissue. Still have it, still runs, is my daily driver, and I still love it. Yeah, it's a Dodge – has Dodge problems all day long. The 1.4L is from the Fiat 500 and is seriously overclocked in the Dart. I got a fight with the dealer (John Elway in Greeley, CO) when it was around 30K miles because the engine felt 'off'. It ran, but I just felt like it was having an issue. Finally got the dealer to take it in and keep it for a few days….they kept it for about a month and replaced the engine. They were kind enough to give me a nice loaner car in the meantime. It's had several recalls for stupid stuff, including needing the clutch cylinder replaced; and I really hate those heckin' low-sidewall-profile tires. Those damned tires – get a leak, flat in a minute. Always the sidewall, always requires a replacement. I will NEVER have a car with those *tty low-profile sides again. Brake Calipers are tempermental. Electronics flake out – Cruise Control will randomly crash, requires an engine-off restart Boost gate error trips, especially in hot weather – I watched a Youtube video and opened the waste gate a bit – about half of what the video suggested. Indeed it did help. But I need to go ahead and open it like the video suggested to see if that fixes it 100%. Paid a garage to replace the timing belt because you have to disassemble the whole front-right-end of the car to get at it. That's pure bullshit. But I purchased a (used) 2010 Mazda CX-9 for my wife, and that maintenance nightmare is far worse. Learned my lesson there…. But it's fun to drive with the manual and the turbo. Their official MPG is a wet dream. I drove it like a dead grandma when it was new and it never got the 40+ highway they claim. In 2013, it had the best set of safety and convenience features of any car in its price range. Seat heaters, a heated steering wheel, giant-ass display for the backup camera, this was heckin' sweet! I will drive it 'til it drops dead. Then I will revive it and drive it some more. MOPAR = My Old Pig Ain't Runnin' is still true. By far, the most surprising note came from The Drive 's very own Adam Ismail. He no longer has a Dart (running or otherwise), but I asked him to share his story anyway. He writes: So, I was still in college and I was coming out of a two year Focus lease…this was 2014 I wanna say. My family was a Chrysler family, unfortunately, and my dad wanted me in something new. My parents never wasted money except on bad new cars. He was interested in the Dart because they were practically giving them away back then, which should have been a red flag. Ultimately I had a 2.4 auto—basically the GT in every way except no leather or sunroof. It honestly was a decent car for the money but it was so thirsty, and so heavy. And the suspension was easily the worst of any small car I've ever experienced. That guy who said he blew so many tires on his Dart, I fully believe him because the same thing happened to me. Astonishingly hard ride, and those heavy 18-inch stock wheels with zero sidewall didn't help things at all. After three years I sold it and got a Fiesta ST which was a great decision. Of course I'm grateful to my parents because they paid for the Dart and I was able to put that toward the first car I bought with my own money, but yeah, not the choice I would've made. Given that Dodge sold 300,000-some-odd Darts, it really shouldn't surprise me that so many of them are still on the road, nor that one of our very own staffers had a Dart story to share. Still, to say that we've been impressed by this response would be an understatement. Kudos to all of you, and thank you for your feedback! It was, top-to-bottom, absolutely delightful to read. Got a controversial compact and a strong opinion about it? Let us know at tips@ or contact the author directly at byron@
Motor 1
an hour ago
- Motor 1
The 10 Cheapest Cars of 2025
It's no secret that buying a car can be expensive, with the average transaction price hovering just below $50,000. This accounts for all vehicles purchased, including pickup trucks and EVs, which opens the door for a set of wheels to cost upwards of six figures. But not everyone has that kind of cash simply lying around. Ye of little faith, the corresponding list shows that it's possible to keep the total purchase amount low. Even better, the choices presented here prove that owning a cheap car doesn't have to feel like a sacrifice. It's worth noting that the following prices include the destination charge, so you're not shocked at the next dealer visit. With that in mind, let's take a look at your options. 10. 2025 Chevrolet Malibu: $26,995 Photo by: Chevrolet Turbo 1.5-Liter Four-Cylinder 163 Horsepower Chevrolet's mid-size Malibu sedan breaks into the top ten—with a caveat. Production ended in November 2024, with some remaining stock still available new. So the possibility of a killer deal is there if your local dealership is eager to move inventory. If size is more important and the idea of a crossover just doesn't appeal, beware that the remaining entries on this list only get smaller. 9. 2026 Honda Civic: $25,745 Photo by: Honda 2.0-liter Four-Cylinder 150 Horsepower The staple Honda Civic gets a slight price bump for the 2026 model year. This gets you into an LX sedan with 16-inch wheels, wired smartphone connectivity, and essential safety tech to guard you on the road. If you want a manual, you'll have to step up to the Si, as it's no longer available on the non-hot hatchback. 8. 2025 Subaru Impreza: $25,530 2.0-Liter Four-Cylinder 152 Horsepower If you want the cheapest new hatchback, the 2025 Subaru Impreza is your best bet. For that, you get LED headlights, Subaru's famed EyeSight safety suite, all-wheel-drive, and some eye-popping color options. Since it was redesigned for 2024, there has been no sedan option. 7. 2025 Mazda3: $25,335 Photo by: Mazda 2.5-Liter Four-Cylinder 191 Horsepower Speaking of sedans, the Mazda3 comes in at just $25,335 for 2025. The sportier hatchback version, meanwhile, commands an extra $1,000. At that price, you get the most potent base engine on this list, as well as alloy wheels, auto-on headlights with high-beam assist, rain-sensing wipers, a digital instrument cluster, and an 8.8-inch center display with smartphone connectivity. 6. 2025 Volkswagen Jetta: $23,720 Photo by: Victoria Scott / Motor1 Turbocharged 1.5-Liter Four-Cylinder 158 Horsepower Volkswagen's compact offering gets a major refresh for 2025 that sees revised styling and an updated cabin. The Jetta S makes a solid case for base, throwing in 16-inch alloy wheels, full LED headlamps and taillamps, VW's Digital Cockpit, a leather steering wheel, and an 8.0-inch center touchscreen with App-Connect. Plus, it's one of the few cars on this list with a standard turbocharged engine. Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . 5. 2025 Toyota Corolla: $23,545 Photo by: Toyota 2.0-liter Four-Cylinder 169 Horsepower The Corolla is the oldest model on this list. But it still reigns supreme as the bargain standard for mass transportation, giving you only the essentials in the base LE. This includes Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, automatic climate control, and wireless smartphone connectivity wrapped in a package that still wears hubcaps in 2025. A hybrid powertrain is available, but it costs extra. 4. 2025 Hyundai Elantra: $23,370 Photo by: Hyundai 2.0-Liter Four-Cylinder 147 Horsepower Like the Corolla, the Elantra is getting long in the tooth. However, it still packs a punch in value with standard equipment such as alloy wheels, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on an 8.0-inch display, LED projector lamps, and a plethora of active safety features. 3. 2025 Kia K4: $23,165 Photo by: Kia 2.0-Liter Four-Cylinder 147 Horsepower Kia's popular compact gains a new badge to go with a complete redesign for the 2025 model year. The aptly-named K4 arrived on the scene late last year with trendy styling, an upscale cabin that punches above its price point, and a long list of amenities to boot. Highlights include a standard 12.3-inch center touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, LED lighting inside and out, keyless start, a multitude of USB-C ports to keep your devices charged, and a number of safety features. 2. 2025 Nissan Sentra: $22,730 2.0-Liter Four-Cylinder 149 Horsepower Surprise! The remaining two cars come from Nissan, one that is likely to see another generation and one that will be killed off soon—we'll get to that in a sec. Gracing the number-two spot is the Sentra , which throws in Safety Shield 360 and smartphone integration to go with a fuel-sipping powertrain. A new generation is expected to arrive soon. 1. 2025 Nissan Versa: $20,130 Photo by: Nissan 1.6-Liter Four-Cylinder 122 Horsepower For a number of years, the Nissan Versa has been the cheapest new car to buy in America. Despite a recent refresh, it will soon join the Mitsubishi Mirage and Kia Rio in cheap car heaven as the brand shifts to a lineup focused mostly on SUVs. This is your last chance for basic transportation if you care about having four wheels and a warranty. Cheapest Cars of 2025 2025 Nissan Versa: $20,130 2025 Nissan Sentra: $22,730 2025 Kia K4: $23,165 2025 Hyundai Elantra: $23,370 2025 Toyota Corolla: $23,545 2025 Volkswagen Jetta: $23,720 2025 Mazda3: $25,335 2025 Subaru Impreza: $25,530 2026 Honda Civic: $25,745 2025 Chevrolet Malibu: $26,995 More on Cheap Cars Mazda: Americans Want Cheap Gas Cars Cheap Car Sales Exploded in 2024 Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
Motor 1
an hour ago
- Motor 1
Everything Coming to the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed
It's that time of year again—the Goodwood Festival of Speed kicks off this week. The annual automotive event, which sees hundreds of vehicles take on the 1.17-mile hillclimb course, returns to the iconic Goodwood House in West Sussex for its 32nd consecutive year. This year looks like it'll be another doozy. Dozens of automakers plan to debut new vehicles on the show lawn, while a handful of others hope to break records at the hillclimb event over the long weekend. We'll be there to see it all in person. In the meantime, here's a quick list of every new car you'll be able to see when Goodwood opens its doors beginning on Thursday, July 10. BMW Vision Driving Experience Concept Photo by: BMW Following its debut at the Shanghai Auto Show, BMW will run its Vision Driving Experience up the hill at Goodwood this weekend. While there are no plans to put this car into production, it serves as a clear picture of how the upcoming 'Neue Klasse' 3 Series will look when it hits the road next year. Funky fascia and widebody aside, the most interesting part of the Vision Driving Experience is what BMW calls the 'Heart of Joy,' a centralized computer system responsible for controlling the car's dynamic functions like braking, charging, battery regeneration, and steering. Dash SlipStream Photo by: Dash Bespoke Dash, a UK-based racing company that's been around since the mid-2000s, just launched a new spinoff focused on road-going sports cars . But instead of debuting just one vehicle, this company will build you your own supercar, essentially from the ground up. And instead of charging millions for a bespoke chassis, the company will base its new creations on its carbon fiber monocoque architecture, codenamed TR01. The TR01 works with anything from batteries to a naturally aspirated V-8 with a manual transmission. It uses a mid-engine layout paired with a double-wishbone suspension with inboard springs and dampers. The first car to be based on the TR01, the SlipStream, will show its face at Goodwood. Honda Civic Type R Ultimate Photo by: Honda Honda killed the Civic Type R in Europe due to stricter emissions regulations, but the hot hatch gets a proper sendoff with the Type R Ultimate Edition . It gets a host of cosmetic mods, including a carbon fiber wing, a black roof, and some red stripes on the hood and doors. Inside, you'll find even more carbon fiber trim, along with red floor mats. Things are untouched under the hood, though we're not complaining. The turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four produces a healthy 324 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque, sending power to the front wheels via one of the best six-speed manuals on sale today. Honda hasn't said how many Ultimate Editions will be built, though we suspect it won't be many. Honda Super EV Photo by: Honda A special Type R isn't the only thing Honda's bringing to Goodwood this year. The automaker will also debut a new concept called the Super EV . It's a tiny, A-segment hatchback that could be a successor to Honda's much-loved E hatchback sold in Europe. Details on the Super EV are slim, though judging by its license plates and full-sized side mirrors, it looks fairly production-ready. There are significant fender flares and a big, wide bumper hiding under that camouflage, suggesting some sportiness. To us, the Super EV looks most closely related to the Honda N-One, a similarly sized hatchback currently sold in Japan. So it's possible this car could be its replacement. Hyundai Ioniq 6 N Photo by: Hyundai The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N is one of the most highly anticipated EVs of 2025. And since it was teased way back in 2022, it's also long overdue. Teasers and spy photos suggest widebody fenders, a more aggressive fascia, and a big wing out back for better aerodynamics. Hyundai has yet to reveal specs, though we expect the Ioniq 6 N to share a drivetrain with its crossover sibling, the Ioniq 5 N. That means up to 641 horsepower and 545 pound-feet of torque from two electric motors—one at the front, and another at the rear. The 6's smaller size means it should be lighter, equating to a 0-60 time in the low three-second range. Land Rover Range Rover Sport SV Black Edition Photo by: Land Rover Blacked-out trim is an ever-growing trend in the industry, and Land Rover is taking full advantage with its latest model, the Range Rover Sport SV Black. As the name suggests, virtually every surface, inside and out, is covered in black trim, from the 23-inch alloy wheels to the gigantic brake calipers. The leather, the logos, and even the lug nuts are blacked out. Thankfully, nothing changes under the hood. Like the regular RR Sport SV , the Black gets a BMW-sourced twin-turbo 4.4-liter V-8 with mild hybrid assistance, pushing out a total of 626 horsepower and 553 pound-feet of torque. That's enough for a 0-62 time of just 3.6 seconds and a top speed of 180 miles per hour. Lanzante 95-59 Photo by: Lanzante Bespoke UK carmaker Lanzante has a lot of history with the McLaren F1. It was the team that fielded an F1 GTR at the 1995 24 Hours of Le Mans, taking overall victory. Now, to pay tribute to that victory, it's building an F1-inspired supercar of its own. The car, codenamed Project 95-59 , will be based on a McLaren and utilize a three-seat configuration. Though Lanzante hasn't confirmed it, we suspect that means it'll be based on the Speedtail, McLaren's only modern three-seater. The company says the car will target a 700-horsepower-per-ton power-to-weight ratio, but stopped short of revealing what sort of powertrain we should expect. If we had to guess, it'll likely be a modified version of the Speedtail's twin-turbo V-8. More From Goodwood 2026 Aston Martin Vantage S Revealed: More Power, But Softer Suspension The Pagani Huayra Codalunga Loses Its Roof and Adds a Manual Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
