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Florida Is One of the Biggest EV Markets in the United States

In 2025, EVs made up about 10.5 percent of new vehicle registrations in the state, with more than 250,000 new registered EVs, second only to California.

04/01/2026 By Kim Doleatto

The Wheel Deal

D&R Automotive Is Moving to the Limelight District Next Week

The beloved 58-year-old business will relocate to a large new auto shop with plenty of paved parking.

01/22/2026 By Lauren Jackson

The Coolest Garage in Town

Steve Tetreault’s Rosemary District Garage Is Filled With Japanese Sports Cars and Midcentury Chic

“My friends call it the ‘Garage Mahal,”’ Tetreault says. “I call it peace."

01/02/2026 By Robert Plunket

In Top Gear

Xpertech Auto Repair Owner Kathleen Callahan Embraces Standing Out

In a ranking of states with the most auto repair shops, Florida is among the top three, but only about 10 percent of people who work in the industry are women.

06/25/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Holy Manasota Mansion, Batman

This Waterfront Manasota Key Home Can Pack In More Than Two Dozen Cars

Sprawling over three acres on Lemon Bay, this three-story home can be yours for just under $12 million. (Plus, you've gotta see the owner's replica Batmobile.)

02/29/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Vroom Vroom

Le Mans Kitchen Is a Swanky New Restaurant From One of Our Best Chefs, and It's Located in a Car Dealership

The restaurant inside Sarasota Ford is an unexpected addition to Sarasota's dining scene.

02/06/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Quiet Luxury

The Electric Vehicle Revolution Is Here. What Does It Mean for Sarasota?

There are now more than 3 million EVs on American roads, with more to come.

09/25/2023 By Matthew Gutierrez

Cars, Coffee & Community

Sarasota Cars & Coffee Is Bridging the Generation Gap

The monthly gathering of car enthusiasts is raising funds for those affected by Hurricane Ian on Oct. 8.

10/06/2022 By Laura Paquette

Stunt Hard

An Ellenton Car Stunt Show Features Drivers From the Fast and the Furious Franchise

Nitro Extreme debuts this Friday. We caught up with one of the drivers: Italy's Desy Bizzarro, who will drive in the upcoming Fast X.

09/09/2022 By Kim Doleatto

Va Va Vroom

A New 'Car Condo' Business Breaks Ground in Lakewood Ranch

A condo! For your cars!

08/16/2022 By Kim Doleatto

Fuel Up

Cars and Coffee on Cattlemen Brings Together Lovers of Unique Automobiles

The monthly event is hosted by Sarasota's Elite Motor Works.

06/30/2021 By Allison Forsyth

On the Road

A Sarasota Couple Is Helping People Embrace 'Van Life'

Nomads Rob Thorington and Stephanie Jaramillo remodel vans for other wanderers.

05/12/2021 By Jessika Ward

Business

Off Lease Only Opens in Bradenton

The dealership offers used cars from model years 2017-2021.

03/17/2021 By Staff

Philanthropy

Gettel Foundation Donates $50,000 to Local Food Banks

Along with several other food banks, All Faiths Food Bank and Food Bank of Manatee each received a $10,000 check.

11/17/2020 By Staff

On the Road

A Sarasota Couple Brings New Love to a Classic Motorcoach

Their passion project took four hours every day for a year.

08/31/2020 By Heather Dunhill

Zoom, Zoom

Amp Up Your Cool Factor With These Hot Car Accessories

From a genius portable coffeemaker to the coolest high-end brake upgrades, these four finds will take your mobile experience to the next level.

03/02/2020 By Megan McDonald

Air-Conditioned Exploration

We Tried It: City Sightseeing By Trolley

Discover Sarasota Tours offers trolley tours in the heart of the city for all tastes and interests.

08/13/2019 By Olivia Letts

Vroom Vroom

Inside the New World of Autonomous Vehicles

We'll be safer, but also less free.

07/31/2019 By Rich Rescigno

Retail

Jaguar Dealership Wins 'Outstanding Dealer Award'

Wilde Jaguar Sarasota recently received the award from Jaguar Clubs of North America.

03/29/2019 By Staff

Education

Workforce Development Nonprofit Offers New Auto Technician Training

CareerEdge Funders Collaborative is again partnering with four dealerships to provide a fast-track path to becoming an automotive technician.

03/13/2019 By Staff

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