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EVs, car culture, and life behind the wheel in California.
California's Push to Electrify the School Bus
Districts across the state are swapping diesel fleets for quiet, clean rides.
Inside Monterey Car Week's Record-Breaking Year
The Peninsula's marquee event drew its biggest crowds and boldest debuts yet.
The Rise of the Electric Weekend Track Day
Enthusiasts are discovering that battery power and lap times mix better than expected.
Why Automakers Test Their Future in the Mojave
The desert's heat and open roads make it the industry's favorite proving ground.
The Enduring Appeal of the California Van-Life Build
Custom camper vans keep pulling Californians toward the coast and the mountains.
California's Charging Deserts Are Slowly Disappearing
New stations along rural highways are finally connecting the state end to end.
The EV Startups Betting on Affordable Family Cars
A wave of California companies wants to make the electric family car mainstream.
How Car Meets Became LA's Best Free Nightlife
Parking-lot gatherings have grown into a citywide celebration of car culture.
The California Road Trip Cars Worth Buying in 2026
From efficient EVs to rugged haulers, these are the picks for the open road.