Hey there! Managing Editor Jared Solomon here with your morning HotCars recap.

Today we’re talking organized crime and unexpected builds. Police have uncovered a sophisticated $2.4 million vehicle theft ring that relied on test drives and social engineering instead of force. Meanwhile, Volkswagen has quietly built a diesel street truck Toyota never saw coming. More auto stories ahead, so let’s dive in.

News Of The Day

Police Uncover $2.4 Million Vehicle Theft Ring Built On Test Drives

Police say a multi-state theft ring used dealership test drives to steal or attempt to steal vehicles worth $2.4 million.

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Features Of The Day

This Twin-Turbo V8 Sport Sedan Is Now Worth Less Than A Toyota Camry

This V8-powered German four-door went from a status symbol to a bargain rocket, and the reason is… complicated.

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10 Amphibious Vehicles That Actually Turn Into A Boat

These are 10 real amphibious vehicles, including water cars, military assault vehicles, and true boat cars that drive on land and comfortably on sea.

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The Holy-Grail Chevrolet Muscle Car That Practically Doesn’t Exist Anymore

Even Indian Jones would have a hard time finding Biblicly rare 1965 Chevy Malibu Chevelle SS Z16.

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The Highest Revving Engine Ever In A Japanese Production Car

A tiny 1960s Japanese roadster used motorcycle engineering to build the highest-revving production car engine the country has ever made.

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12 Surprisingly Affordable Cars That Can Keep Up With A BMW M3

The BMW M3 is undoubtedly a quick car, but you can go just as fast for less than half the price.

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