Skip to main content
Lou Ruggieri

Lou Ruggieri

Writer

Lou has always had a passion for cars. He started off with a 1965 Mustang convertible and his love for automobiles has only grown stronger since then. Lou is a seasoned writer and has contributed to various well-known publications, including Motor Trend, Auto Connection, and the PowerAutoMedia Group. Whether it's an imported or domestic vehicle, as long as it looks great and performs exceptionally, Lou will always have something to share about it.

Send all editorial inquiries HERE.

Front end close up of 2023 Aston Martin DBS 770 Ultimate in front of a dark green studio wall.

Aston Martin delays launch of its first EV, says drivers don’t want electric cars

Aston Martin has decided to delay its EV due to the lack of consumer demand
Hennessey H700 C8 Corvette Convertible

Hennessey supercharges the C8 Corvette Stingray: Fast just got faster

The Hennessey H700 C8 Corvette Convertible is a 700 hp supercar that comes with a warranty
Light tan 2024 Ford Maverick hybrid pickup truck towing two jet skis on a small trailer on a curved road near a lake.

The 9 trucks with the best mpg in 2024

From nine to one, here are the most fuel-efficient gas-powered trucks on the market today:
SP Automotive Chaos

The world’s 10 most expensive luxury cars (and two honorable mentions)

The world's ten most expensive luxury cars, supercars, hypercars, and ultracars are on display here for you to enjoy
Kia EV9

We drove the new Kia EV9: 5 things we love (and 2 we don’t)

Our first drive of the Kia EV9 reveals our favorite and least favorite features of this new EV SUV
Yellow Lambo

Pirelli tells us who should – and shouldn’t – have winter tires

Pirelli tells us that winter tires are a good idea for some people in some conditions, but not everyone needs them.
ChargePoint Home Flex EV charging station charging a white Tesla in a garage.

Toyota chairman boldly claims electric cars will never dominate, says hybrids are the better option

Toyota chairman Akio Toyoda believes that EVs will not reach more than a thirty percent market share due to price and lack of charging infrastructure.
ev charging in sunny weather

The 9 best electric cars to buy in 2024

Want to buy a new electricc ar? We've got you covered! Here are the cars we're most looking forward to
Electric vehicles charging.

Consumer Reports study makes a strong case for why you should not buy an electric car or plug-in hybrid car

Consumer Reports says electric cars and plug-in hybrids have far more problems than hybrid or gas-powered vehicles
Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron

Don’t believe in electric cars? Audi just sold a record number of cars thanks to its e-tron EV lineup

Audi records best-ever new car sales. Its EV lineup gets the credit.
Apple CarPlay 2024

A new version of Apple’s CarPlay is launching this year, and this is what you should expect

The next generation of Apple CarPlay promises to be a more encompassing system interface for all aspects of your car's digital readouts.
BMW Z4

The 2024 BMW Z4 M40i: The best car no one is talking about

The 2024 BMW Z4 M40i is an old school-cool combination of sexy, wind-in-your-hair good looks, and prodigious power.
2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 rear end close-up driving down the road with windmills in the back.

Hyundai is preparing an Ioniq 2, likely an entry-level EV for the masses

Hyundai is preparing an Ioniq 2, likely an entry-level EV for the masses with a range of about 250 miles for a price just over $21,000.
Happy friends clinking glasses with fresh cocktails in bar

5 easy drinks to order at a bar when it’s a really busy night

If the bar you're at is really busy, order one (or more!) of these 5 drinks - your bartender will secretly thank you
Person pouring a line of shots in a bar

Do these 4 things to make a busy bartender like you more

Bartenders have a lot going on, and doing these 4 things will make them like you more when it's busy
Toyota UX300e EV manual prototype

Toyota has developed a fake manual transmission for EVs — why it actually matters

Toyota has developed a prototype manual transmission for one of its EVs.
BMW i8

The BMW i8: A first class ticket to the future

The BMW i8 is the first mass produced, relatively affordable hybrid exotic and after driving 1500 miles, we have a better outlook about cars' electric future.
Tesla Cybertruck vs Lamborghini Urus

The Tesla Cybertruck takes on a Lamborghin Urus, and the results left us torn

The Lamborghini Urus has been the king of SUVs for several years, but now the Tesla Cybertruck Cyberbeast is here to challenge for the throne.
Red Tesla Model 3

Tesla recalls more than 2 million vehicles: Everything you need to know about the latest Tesla recall

Tesla is recalling more than 2 million cars stretching back to 2012 due to an issue with its Autosteer feature.
ChargePoint Home Flex EV charging station charging a white Tesla in a garage.

The best (and worst) states to buy an electric vehicle – and the winner may surprise you

Looking to buy an electric vehicle? A new report details the best and worst states to buy an EV
Porsche 918 Spyder

The Porsche 918 Spyder: Why this limited-edition hybrid car is the king of kings

The Porsche 918 Spyder is one of the most lusted after supercars in the world. A limited edition hybrid that produced nearly 900 hp, it is currently the fastest production car Porsche has ever created.
2024 Toyota Tacoma

The all-new 2024 Toyota Tacoma is exactly as good as you hoped it would be

Toyota's most popular truck comes into 2024 new from the ground up with an all-new iForce Max Hybrid powertrain
Electric car plugged into charger

EV battery range is affected by cold weather, but longevity may improve in cold climates: Study

EV range is affected by cold weather, but a new study shows EVs that "live" in colder climates may actually have batteries that last longer.
2019 Chevrolet Silverado

Chevy Silverado, Ford F-150, Tesla Model Y: These are the most popular cars in every state

We all know what the best-selling cars are, but this is how their popularity breaks down by state.
2025 Toyota Crown Signia

All new 2025 Toyota Crown Signia is a crossover hybrid SUV for the U.S. market

The 2025 Crown Signia brings a new hybrid SUV to the Toyota's American lineup
The White Collection Porsches auction

Sotheby’s is auctioning off a rare, all-white collection of 56 Porsche sports cars

Known as The White Collection, this warehouse full of incredible cars is headed to RM Sotheby's auction, headlined by 56 pristine Porsches all painted in shades of angelic white.
Ford Mustang Mach-E

Ford recalls 35,000 Mach-E Mustangs due to major issue with EV battery system

Ford has recalled nearly 35,000 Mustang Mach-E EVs thanks to a major flaw with its battery system overheating
Charging the vehicle near the house. Holding smartphone. Young stylish man is with electric car at daytime.

Buying an electric vehicle will be a whole lot easier thanks to this change to the U.S. EV tax credit

With this change to the EV tax credit, buying an electric vehicle is a lot less burdensome.
ChargePoint Home Flex EV charging station charging a white Tesla in a garage.

Want to buy an EV? Don’t – this is why you should lease an electric car instead

Traditionally, buying a car is better than a car lease, but that's not necessarily true when it comes to electric cars.
Tesla Model 3 and Model Y parked in front of a city skyline on a runway.

Tesla has ‘waning marketability’ but still makes 5X more per vehicle than GM, Ford: Report

Tesla has been cutting EV prices, but they're still making more per car than competitors like GM and Ford.
Mini Cooper Countryman

The all new, all-electric MINI Cooper Countryman now comes in all wheel drive, too

Want a small, fun, all wheel drive EV? MINI Cooper made your dream come true with the SE ALL4 Countryman
7Charge electric vehicle charging station by 7-Eleven with an EV charging at a convenience store

EV charging stations stay broken because we don’t have enough electricians: Report

EV charging stations always seem to be broken, and now we know why: There just aren't enough qualified electricians
Alabama barn find reveals Chevy Corvettes, Ford Mustangs, and more

Alabama ‘barn find’ reveals 23 barely driven Chevy Corvettes, Ford Mustangs, and more

A brand new C4 Chevy Corvette ZR1, 1998 C5 Corvette Indy Pace Car Edition, SVT Mustang Cobra, SVT Ford Lightning, and 19 other classic cars found in a barn in Alabama
McLaren F1 front 3/4 view orange

The McLaren F1: Long live the king of speed

The McLaren F1 was an exceptionally designed car that broke all kinds of records. Here's what made it tick.
1989 Lamborghini Countach black

2 supercar icons – 1989 Lamborghini Countach and 1997 Ferrari F50 – headed to Sotheby’s

Two iconic supercars — the 1989 Lamborghini Countach and 1997 Ferrari F50 — are headed to Sotheby's.
Tesla Model S charging

Revolutionary innovation could power electric car batteries for 3,000 miles on a single charge

Range anxiety is a common problem for EV owners, but this groundbreaking battery innovation could eliminate that.
ChargePoint Home Flex EV charging station charging a white Tesla in a garage.

Study: People are giving up popular cars (like the Toyota Tacoma and Honda Civic) for EVs like the Tesla Model 3

Toyota SUVs are some of the most traded-in vehicles, and people are seeking EVs instead: Study
Mini Cooper Countryman Electric

A huge week for electric cars: MINI Countryman electric makes its North America debut

The MINI Countryman Electric heralds the next phase of MINI; larger, electric, and a ton of fun
2024 gmc acadia all new at4

New GMC Acadia has wider, longer stance and has hands-free driving tech baked in

GMC has announced the all new Acadia, with a wider stance and hands-free driving
RM Sotheby's Lost & Found Ferrari collection

Lost Ferrari collection rakes in over $16 million at auction (with one surprise standout)

The twenty Ferraris which comprised RM Sotheby's Lost and Found Collection brought in over $16.7 million
Lucid Air Sapphire on the road

Lucid takes aim at Tesla Model 3, Model Y with $50K EV plans

The Tesla Model Y may be a best-selling EV, but Lucid has plans to take on the EV giant.
C6 Corvette Z06 Blue

The C6 Z06: Chevy’s first supercar was a force of nature

Chevrolet's 505 horsepower C6 Z06 was the first Corvette that could be considered a legitimate supercar
2023 GMC Cayon Denali

Review: The GMC Canyon Denali handles both off-roading driving and valet parking with style

Need a truck that can transition from rough offroading to a night on the town? Try the GMC Canyon Denali
Ford F-150 blue front 3/4 view

These are the best hybrid trucks you can get right now

These are the best hybrid trucks available on the market right now
ev charging in sunny weather

This AAA change is great news for electric vehicle drivers with range anxiety

AAA has partnered with Blink Charging to increase charging stations and roadside assistance for electric vehicle customers across the country.
James Bond Z8

The BMW Z8 is an underappreciated gem (and maybe the best Bond car)

The BMW Z8 is not just for 007. Here's what to know.
2024_Toyota_Land_Cruiser_007

The 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser is a modern SUV with throwback styling

Everyone loves the Landcruiser, and Toyota's 2024 installment of the long-running SUV is packed with features without losing its offroad soul.
Chevrolet Corvette C5 Z06

C5 Corvette Z06: The Corvette that changed the game

The Chevrolet C5 Corvette Z06 was created to be a high-performance sports car capable of taking on the world.
mercedes-benz eqe

Mercedes-Benz’s new EQE EV SUV pricing is out, and it’s well over six figures

Mercedes-Benz has announced pricing for its EQE SUV. The six-figure sticker price is not a shock.
Tesla Model 3 parked in a desert in front of sand dunes next to a camel.

Does hot weather affect electric cars? What you need to know

Extreme heat can affect EVs much in the same way as severe cold weather can.