Why the BMW M2 is the Best M Car

BMW has been known as a car brand that makes luxury performance cars that are fun to drive. They have created some icons such as the original BMW M3 and the BMW 2002. The next icon may be the BMW M2, a back to basics M car.

BMW M2

The BMW M2 brings back the M spirit that many die hard M fans have been waiting for. It is light, small, quick, and nippy. All the other M cars are just expensive cars with flashy motors that bear the M badge. They are fast, but they are not as alive  or full of spirit as the BMW M2. The BMW M2 is actually small and light, just like the original BMW M3, the car that started the entire M lineup and brought many smiles to faces.

Original BMW M3
The Father of All M Cars

It isn't just the small size that excites die hard M fans. It is the power. The driver can actually use all the 365 horsepower on a daily basis. If someone buys a 560 horsepower BMW M6 (shown below), they can't use any of it because they are stuck in traffic jams. The power in the BMW M2 is a sweet spot. It makes the car quick because there is plenty of power for the tiny little car. It also makes fuel efficiency better than a big brawny BMW M6 because it is a smaller engine.

BMW M6

One of the best parts of the BMW M2 is that it includes more people into the M scene. It starts at around 50 grand.  This is much more affordable compared to the BMW M3, which starts at 64 grand. Of course, people could also get a used BMW M car. However, they may never experience what a true M car is.

BMW M2

The BMW M2 is one of the best M cars. It is a back to basics M car that brings back the true M spirit. It is fun and easy to drive. It is quick, more efficient than many other M cars, and provides a perfect amount of power for fun and practical use.

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The New Camry Is Ridiculous

Many people buy the Toyota Camry for its reliability, price, and practicality. However, in the recent years, Toyota has turned this once boring family car into something that looks more sporty. They did an excellent job last year without overdoing it, but the one recently released at the Detroit International Auto Show looks ridiculous. It has over the top aggressive looks without the performance to match it.

Toyota Camry
By Autoblog

The model that they seem to be most proud of the most is the XSE model. This specific model represents something that people with no taste would do to their car. The front end of this so called family car is a joke. It seems like Toyota was trying to create a throwback to the 2007 Toyota Camry. The grill looks like a botched up Lexus grill that went through plastic surgery to make it look better and plastic surgery again to fix the previous results because it was botched. It looks like the second surgery didn't go very well. The XLE model has a massive grill that looks like a razor or a rapper with diamonds on their teeth grinning. It is terrible.  Apart from the grills, it looks okay, but slightly too aggressive.

Toyota Camry
By Toyota

The rear end is not only overly aggressive, but also has a huge smell of being fake. The little fake vents beneath the lights on the XSE model would look great on a Corvette but not on some front wheel drive family car. However, the thing that gets me the most is the quad exhaust tips. This looks like something someone with no taste would add to their Toyota Camry. Quad exhaust tips look amazing on the Audi R8, but they look corny on a Camry. Not only that, but the quad exhaust tips are tiny, which slightly kills the "sporty" feel that Toyota is trying to introduce to future Camry buyers.

Toyota Camry
By Car and Driver

The biggest problem I have with cars like these is that they don't drive as "sporty" as they look. These  "sporty" elements do not belong on a front wheel drive family sedan. They belong on a Lamborghini or at least something rear wheel drive or has a performance all wheel drive. Toyota should've known better than to create a car with such a big ego. People who feel that the car is too aggressive will go for something like a Honda Accord. However, the LE model has not been released yet. That is Toyota's chance to make sure Camry buyers who don't want TINY quad exhaust tips or stupid razor blade grills with still buy the Camry. It may have to be a bit boring because all this "excitement" may seem too much for some people, who just want a commuter car that gets them from point a to b.

Toyota Camry Interior
By Toyota

Despite the awful exterior, Toyota still knows how to design an interior. There is a good amount of movement, but button placement is still logical, easy to find, and not overcrowded. There are still big comfortable seats that remind you that the Camry should be about comfort and practicality rather than sportiness because that isn't a market where the Camry belongs.

2017 Toyota Camry
By Car and Driver

 The Toyota Camry belongs in a market where people who don't want sportiness and just want a simple car to carry their family around or to commute to work. This is what Toyota has been creating for the last 35 years. Despite most of the article telling Toyota to stop making the Camry too exciting, the SE model should still be around for younger people who don't want a boring car, except less overly aggressive and without a sense of Toyota being a try hard.

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10 Most Dangerous Cars

Modern cars are much safer than before. This may be because auto makers have learned from their mistakes before. Here are 10 of the most dangerous cars.

1. Ford Bronco II

Ford Bronco II
Found On LOLWOT

It seems like any car made by Ford with the II at the end is absolute garbage. One great example is the Ford Bronco II. It was intended to be a rugged and agile SUV. It has a similar issue to the car in the number 4 spot, the Suzuki Samurai. The Ford Bronco II was very top heavy. It also had a very faulty suspension made during the time when Ford wasn't at its best. With these 2 factors, the Ford Bronco II was very prone to rollover resulting in many deaths.

2. Chevrolet Covair

Chevrolet Corvair
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The Chevrolet Corvair is a rear engine car. Today, rear wheel drive cars are much safer. However, back in the day, the Corvair was infamous for having spin outs and crashing. What didn't help is that Chevrolet decided not to spend a few dollars to make the rear axle more manageable. This was a bad choice once again made by the money driven executives of General Motors. What really didn't help is that Corvair wasn't safe for a collision. Ralph Nader called the Cheverlot Corvair unsafe at any speed. The Corvair had some classic GM quality issues that could be deadly such as the lovely heating system that would pump noxious fumes into the cabin.

3. Yugo GV

Yugo GV
Found on LOLWOT

The Yugo GV is the butt of many car jokes because it is terrible in every possible way except for being a cheap piece of garbage. The Yugo started at around 4,000 dollars when it was brand new. If you thought the Mazda MX-5 was light, then the Yugo compared to it is a feather. This may be the reason why a woman found her Yugo blown off a bridge when a 55 mph gust hit Michigan. The Yugo was a very poorly built car made from cheap materials, so safety wasn't exactly outstanding.

4. Suzuki Samurai

Suzuki Samurai
By Sermac.gr

The Suzuki Samurai is one of the best offroaders ever. The reason why it is so good is because it is just like a Jeep Wrangler. It is a basic offroader that is reliable, tough, and compact. Its advantage over Jeeps is the tiny size. However, due to it's tall and skinny shape, this thing is prone to roll over. Anyone who made aggressive lane changes and sharp u-turns often found themselves on the side regretting their decisions to try to cut off that 1996 Honda Civic.

5. Ford Pinto

Ford Pinto
By Morven

The Ford Pinto is an infamous car. Anyone who rear ends it will cause a fire. The reason is because of the stupid design. The fuel tank is too close to the weak bumper. This means when someone rear ends a Pinto, the gas tank may start leaking. The only thing it needs now is an ignition that will make the Ford Pinto into a scene from a Micheal Bay movie. Weak bumpers and vulnerable structure is also part of the problem. The only way for the Pinto to not catch on fire is to bolt on a highway barrier to the back of this horrible example of Ford in the 70s.

6. Chinese Cars

Some Chinese Car
Found on LOLWOT

Many Chinese cars are terribly unsafe. There are so many of them that I just put it into one category. Chinese cars are very poorly made vehicles. The materials used are not sufficient to provide proper protection of the occupants inside the car. Many Chinese cars get crushed like a tin can. This means that there is no space for the occupant to survive. There is a bright side to this though and that is that they are still improving so there is hope that they will be safer and better.

7. Audi 5000

Audi 5000
Found on LOLWOT

Audi is now known as a brand that makes some of the finest luxury cars. However, that wasn't always what they was known for. The Audi 5000 is the perfect example of Audi's reputation in the 80s. The car would all of a sudden lurch forward without being asked to. This caused a lot of surprise and panic in drivers sitting at a red light. Audi denied that it was serious enough to cause accidents. However, this fault caused 1,000 accidents and 6 deaths.

8. Hyundai Pony

Hyundai Pony
Found on LOLWOT

The Hyundai Pony is an example of what Hyundai used to be and how much they have come along. This Hyundai is very poorly built. Like the Chinese cars and the Yugo mentioned earlier, the Hyundai Pony used cheap materials. These materials made it so that there is barely any crash protection. It means that if someone drives a Hyundai Pony and gets into an accident, they are likely going to be seriously injured unless some miracle happens. This piece of junk crumples up like when someone stamps on a Pepsi can after they are done drinking it.

9. Pontiac Fiero

Pontiac Fiero
Found on LOLWOT

The Pontiac Fiero should have been could the Pontiac Fireo. It may have passed all the safety tests conducted, but it still was considered dangerous because it liked to catch on fire. If the car was low on oil, it may cause a rod to break leaking oil. The oil may come into contact with engine parts. The oil would catch fire if it touched a hot exhaust manifold or hot exhaust components. This major design flaw set 260 Fieros ablaze. Luckily, no one was killed.

10. Cheverlot Cobalt

Cheverlot Cobalt
By Car and Driver

The Chevrolet Cobalt is an infamous example of old General Motor's level of care for customers. The Chevrolet Cobalt was recalled multiple times and was a subject of one of the most infamous car scandals. The first recall was because of the headlight shield that could cause glare in oncoming traffic. The next recall was because the car didn't pass the side impact safety test, so GM bolted some plastics on. The next recall was a faulty clip in the automatic transmission that would allow the car to roll away in Park. Then, GM recalled the Cobalt for a faulty fuel pump that could cause the car to burst on fire. After that, GM recalled the Cobalt AGAIN for a faulty power steering system that makes the car harder to turn at low speeds. In 2012, the Cobalt was unsurprisingly recalled once again for the fuel pump. It is as if they never fixed it. Then in 2014, the Cobalt was recalled unsurprisingly ONCE AGAIN for the faulty ignition switches issue that would cause the car to go into accessory mode. I truly wonder what is next for this dangerous car.

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5 Things That You Should Never Do To Your Car That You Probably Do

In America, the car is a necessity. Instead of public transport, cars are the main form of transport. Being the main form of transportation, people do things to their car that just makes their car cry. Here are 5 things you should never do to your car.

1. Immediately Driving After The Car Starts

Car

Immediately driving after the car starts is something I am sure that you do everyday. However, doing this could cause premature wear to the engine. Cars are expensive. Causing premature wear to the engine is something that could cost you a lot more money in the future. The reason why this happens is because of the oil. It takes about 10 to 15 seconds on a new car and 20 seconds on an older car in order for the oil to get to the critical places. Just wait 15 to 20 seconds and you would drive off knowing that you are not causing premature wear that could be easily avoided with patience.

2. Not Warming The Car Up

Warming the car up is key to making sure the car runs right. However despite knowing this, some people still push their car when it isn't at proper operation. When a car is pushed and it is not at operating temperature, the oil is stripped away from the cylinders and pistons therefore causing a damage. The best way to make sure the car runs right is to warm it up by driving it with low revs and low throttle. That way the engine isn't being pushed and the fuel to air ratio goes back to normal after about 20 minutes.

3. Putting In The Wrong Recommended Fuel

Many people have a belief that if you put premium gas into a car that is supposed to run on regular gas that the car will have better fuel economy and better power. However, that is not true. If a car is supposed to run on regular, put regular in. There is not benefit with premium. It is just more expensive. If the car is recommended to use premium, then use premium. Only in a car that recommends premium fuel is when the car gives more power and better gas mileage on premium.

4. Not Reading The Owner's Manual

Owner's Manual
By CZmarlin

People often don't read the owner's manual. This is a terrible mistake. The owner's manual contains everything you need to know about the car in order to make sure it runs right. The owner's manual contains all the fuses that should be used, all the different fluid types, when to change the fluids, how to use the infotainment system, how to install some simple accessories correctly, ect. All this information is key to making sure that the car runs right and that you are safe.

5. Not Inspecting It Often Enough

Inspecting your car is a big deal. It could save your life and could also save you from a ticket. It takes literally 5 minutes to make sure your car is running like it is supposed to. Check the lights and the hazards to make sure that they are working. They could save your life and could save you from an unnecessary ticket. Inspecting your tire is a great way to know if the tires are good and if you need new ones. Simple fluid checks make sure that all the fluids are in tip top shape. These things could help make sure your car runs better and lasts longer.

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Should Tesla Be Blamed For Autopilot Accidents?

There is a hot topic roaming about in the automotive industry. The once Tesla drivers who liked their Teslas before they went into a tree are blaming the company for their issues. However, should Tesla be blamed for their cars having accidents?

Tesla Model S
By elbiforeningen

Tesla should be responsible for their cars. After all, they are the ones who manufactured them. However, not all of it is Tesla's fault. In this article, I will be talking about the Tesla autopilot situation and how it is both the company's fault and could be the consumer's fault in some cases.

Tesla Model X
By Steve Jurvetson

Tesla should have the majority of the blame. They falsely advertised the autopilot feature. They claimed it would help make things easier and safer when no one else has released this technology. The closest thing to Tesla's autopilot is Stop and Go, which basically is the car moving in a straight line on its own, found in stuff like the Volvo XC90 and the BMW i3. Tesla releasing exclusive items for the current time like Lane Changing and Autopark. This Tesla a desirable brand to buy along with the autopilot. However, because it isn't safe due to all the bugs and other issues with the hardware. Another concern is that Tesla isn't reliable. There have been many problems with their cars and there are more to come. Some Model X owners have experienced door problems. The autopilot falls into the category of unreliable Tesla features.

Tesla Model S
By Mr.choppers

The driver of the vehicle also takes some fault in some cases. Firstly, even in autopilot, the driver should still be paying attention to the road in case things go wrong. The driver should keep their hands on the steering wheel when the vehicle is in autopilot, so in case the autopilot is about drive into a BMW, the driver could prevent it. When the vehicle is in autopilot, the driver cannot be doing their nails or watching a movie, like Joshua Brown, who's car went under an 18 wheeler and was believed to be watching a movie when it happened. Tesla drivers still need to still be paying attention. If the drivers of the Teslas had been paying more attention to the road, then the accidents may have been preventable. However, some accidents that happen with the autopilot may be inevitable.

Tesla Model X and Tesla Model 3
By Steve Jurvetson

Some of these accidents that happen are avoidable. Before software updates happen, Tesla should do some hardware upgrades like the sensors to help them detect more obstacles and pedestrians. Tesla also needs to start working on the bugs in the software for autopilot. One way to prevent another accident  is by training the driver. Tesla should create a training course for the Tesla drivers who have the feature. That way, the drivers know the limitations and don't push the car too far.

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4 Greatest Modern Car Scandals

Car scandals happen here and there as recalls are always being issued. However, some scandals are quite great and involve millions of vehicles and death. Here are 5 of the greatest car scandals.

1. The GM Ignition Recall

Chevrolet Cobalt

GM is infamous for scandals inside the car market. The GM Ignition Recall is a great example. The Chevrolet Cobalt already had a lot of problems. It failed safety tests and was recalled. The steering rack had problems leading to 1.3 million Cobalts being recalled. Then, came the great recall. There were 2.6 million recalls involving Cobalt and 5 other GM vehicles which consist of the Chevrolet HHR, Pontiac Solstice, Pontiac G5, and Saturn Ion. The 2006 and later models had a new part with a pin that is slightly thicker than the old faulty one. However, it had the same serial number in an attempt to hide the ignition change. GM never recalled the older Cobalts to save money and no one ever knew about the deadly possibilities of the Cobalt. If the ignition switch position is moved to the accessory position, the airbags don't work, power steering is dead, and the anti-lock brakes don't work. These three features are key to driving safely. The past seemed to be buried until someone's Cobalt stalled and crashed into an SUV. The Cobalt driver is dead. The father of the Cobalt driver sent the Cobalt to a trusted mechanic. The mechanic found out that the ignition was far to easy to turn from the on position to the accessory position. He called up the lawyer representing the family of the dead Cobalt driver telling him about the ignition switch and how that there was a change and that GM knew about the issue and the change. That is when the world knew about the shady GM ignition switch. After the world knew about the ignition switch default, millions of GM cars were recalled. GM is under a lot of fire for this scandal. A 10 billion dollar civilian lawsuit is being fired against the company, and the death toll of the 57 cent pin in the ignition is 90 people. If GM had taken care of the issue as it should have, then it would not have added another scandal to its name.

2. Takata Airbags

Takata Airbags
By Bill Pugliano/ Getty Images

The Takata Airbags scandal is still relatively recent. Passengers in vehicles equipped with Takata Airbags may have the airbags explode with excess force shoot chemicals and shrapnel in their faces leading to potentially deadly consequences. However, the airbags will explode only if they have been exposed to moisture. The Takata Airbag recall involves at least 17 million vehicles made between 2000 and 2008 made by 10 different manufactures. These 10 manufactures have been working on fixing the recall. There are many resources online to see if your car is affected, so take those steps to make sure you are safe. The New York Times exposed Honda and Takata for knowing about this deadly flaw. Honda has been charged 10 million dollars and Takata has been fined 14,000 dollars for not cooperating with the investigation.

3. Dieselgate

Volkswagen Golf
By Celica21gtfour

Dieselgate is another example of why I generally want to avoid Volkswagen. Volkswagen cheated the emissions test leading to this great scandal. When the TDI models were being tested by the EPA, there is a piece of software that tricks the emissions equipment to believe that the amount of pollution being produced is below the limit. However, a study conducted at West Virginia University found that the 2.0 liter turbocharged diesel engine found in the Volkswagen Jetta, Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen, Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, Volkswagen Beetle, and Audi A3 were producing nearly 40 times the nitrogen oxide limit. The 3.0 liter TDI engine found in the Volkswagen Passat, Volkswagen Touareg, Audi A6, Audi A7, Audi A8, Audi Q5, Audi Q7, and Porsche Cayenne produced 15 times the legal limit. Volkswagen is facing 10 billion dollars worth of fines and what not. Volkswagen offered a buy back for the vehicles with the 2.0 TDI engine. Customers with the 3.0 TDI engine will not be offered a buy back as of right now because Volkswagen wants to fix the emissions problem even though they are miserably failing. Dieselgate shows what type of shady company the Volkswagen Group is. Volkswagen tried to make things up by offering a 500 dollar prepaid Visa car, a 500 dollar Volkswagen dealer car, and no charge roadside assistance for three years. However, despite their bribery attempt, I am sure not many TDI customers will be returning to the Volkswagen group anytime soon.

4. Toyota Unintended Acceleration Problem

Lexus ES350
By Lexus

Toyota is known as a company that makes cars that are reliable. However, like every other car company, they have their scandals. In 2012 after years of denying that their cars have a deadly problem, Toyota finally payed 1.2 billion dollars to the United States Government to avoid prosecution. The problem is that the throttle will be caught by the floor mats meaning that the vehicle will accelerate in a sudden and quick manner. It also means that you cannot stop the car meaning that you are likely screwed if the car starts randomly accelerating. One of the most popular selling cars in America, the Toyota Camry, first came under fire when an audio recorded from a 911 call of a CHP officer was released showing that the Lexus ES he was in, which is similar to the Camry, started accelerating unintentionally. Eventually the Lexus crashed and killed all 4 occupants inside. After years of denying this issue, Toyota finally recalled 3.8 million cars to fix the recall. Those cars included the Toyota Avalon, Camry, Prius, Tundra, Tacoma, Lexus IS250/350, and Lexus ES350. The recall shortened the pedals by 3/4 of an inch and added an engine software modification that would cut the engine if the brakes and throttle were pressed simultaneously. These new features bury the great scandal that erupted.

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