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Jake Lingeman

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Jake Lingeman is a freelance automotive journalist based in the Detroit metro area. After graduating from Wayne State University, Jake has spent 20 years covering the auto industry for Autoweek, CarBuzz, Newsweek and more. His spare time is spent keeping his old cars running, playing video games and taking care of his property "Up North."

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Car News

Porsches, BMWs, Fords, a Volvo and more have already bitten the dust in 2025. These are all the cars that won't live to see 2026.

By Jake Lingeman

Here Are the Cars That Won't Live to See 2026

Car News

The 2026 Dodge Charger Sixpack adds gas power back into the company's muscle car.

By Jake Lingeman

2026 Dodge Charger Sixpack First Look: Going Back to the (Oil) Well

Car News

We stack the new Dodge Charger Sixpack up against its predecessor the Challenger, to see how its specs compare.

By Jake Lingeman

Dodge Charger Sixpack vs. Dodge Challenger: Muscle Car Specs Compared

Car News

We get behind the wheel of a Ford Mustang Mach-E to experience the updated BlueCruise hands-free driving system.

By Jake Lingeman

Hands On (and Off) With Ford BlueCruise 1.5: Automatic Lane Changes and Better Behavior

Car News

BMW's XM SUV has a lot of power and some questionable style, but it isn't selling well. Because of this, the automaker will only offer it in one trim level for 2026.

By Jake Lingeman

2026 BMW XM First Look: Only the Top Trim Remains

Car News

The 2026 GMC Sierra EV gets a new AT4 off-road version. We take it off-road in our first drive review, here.

By Jake Lingeman

2026 GMC Sierra EV AT4 First Drive: Taking the Electric Pickup Off-Road

Car News

The 2026 Ram 1500 full-size pickup will be available with a 5.7-liter Hemi V8, and there was much rejoicing.

By Jake Lingeman

The Hemi Is Back! Ram Adds a V8 Option for 2026