What're The Differences Between Kenworth And Peterbilt Semi Trucks?
Kenworth and Peterbilt may seem like rivals in the semi world, but they're owned by the same company. Still, there are some big differences between them.
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3 Compact SUVs Consumer Reports Rates Higher Than Honda's 2026 CR-V
Consumer Reports looks favorably on the Honda CR-V, rating its 2026 version high on its list of best compact SUVs. But three others rank still higher.
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6 Motor Oil Brands Owned By Shell
Much like the automobile industry, the oil industry has a long history of consolidation, with smaller companies gradually merging into a few dominant players.
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This Lamborghini Almost Cost Miles Davis His Life
Miles Davis veered off the road in New York City while driving a model that had also attracted celebs like Eddie Van Halen, Peter Sellers, and Elton John.
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When Did Chevy Start Factory Racing With A Corvette?
Corvettes first raced in 1960 in Le Mans, but the brand didn't start sponsoring a team juntil decades later. There were lots of reasons for that.
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Why Some Classic Buicks Have Three Portholes And Others Have Four
The 1949 Buick Roadmaster was the very first Buick to feature Ventiports, whose design evolved over the years. But what did the number of portholes signify?
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How Reliable Is The 2025 Genesis GV80? Here's What Consumer Reports Says
Genesis vehicles have gained plenty of praise, and its GV80 model is no different. But how well does its reliability hold up in the eyes on consumers?
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Remember Monsoon? These GM Cars Had It
Monsoon may not be a well-known audio brand today, but several decades ago, you could find it in numerous models, including these GM vehicles.
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Spark Plugs Vs. Glow Plugs: What're The Differences & How Do They Work?
Spark plugs help you start gasoline engines and glow plugs do the same in diesel engines. But how do they go about providing that boost? And how do they differ?
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How Did Chevy's 3.0L Diesel Compare To Ram's 3.0L Diesel?
Chevrolet and Ram each developed a 3.0-liter diesel. While similar in many ways, the engines differ significantly in terms of both design and performance
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These Car Batteries Rank Among The Best In Cold Weather, According To Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports tested over 100 batteries to find the ones that do best in cold weather and other metrics. It chose winners in eight common battery types.
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5 Three-Wheeled Motorcycles That Are Cheaper Than A Harley-Davidson
Trikes are more stable, offer more storage, and can even be more comfortable than two-wheelers. But if budget matters, Harleys aren’t the best choice.
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5 Exciting Harbor Freight Tools & Accessories Coming In 2026
Harbor Freight tools usually aren't fancy or expensive, but they generally get the job done. Here are five especially good entries coming this year.
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The Difference Between The Corvette Z06 LT6 And ZR1 LT7 V8s
High-performance Corvettes boasted the LT6 engine in Z06 models and the LT7 engine in ZR1s. Despite their similar names, the engines have some vast differences.
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Consider These Pros And Cons Before Buying A German Car
Audi, Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, and BMW all got their start in Germany. Consider these pros and cons before checking out one of their cars.
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Mineral Oil Vs DOT Brake Fluid: What's The Difference And Which One Should You Use
Can't decide whether to use mineral oil or DOT brake fluid? Here are the differences between the two, and the impact they can have on your car.
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Here's How Much A 2020 Honda Civic Has Depreciated In 5 Years
A 2020 Honda Civic could be a solid buy for anyone in the used-car market. For those looking, here's how much one has depreciated in the last 5 years.
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The Most Satisfying Tire Brand Isn't Goodyear, According To Consumer Reports
Goodyear is an exceptionally popular tire brand, but the Consumer Reports rankings put two other tire brands above it consistently in multiple areas.
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Which RV Brands Hold Their Value The Best
The RV industry is generally known for poor build quality, but RVs are a substantial investment, so you may want to know which brands hold their value best.
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5 Car Brands You May Be Pronouncing Wrong
Did you know that Xiaomi also makes cars? Well, now you do, and it isn't the only automaker with a name you may be pronouncing wrong — there are four more.
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How Reliable Is The 2nd Gen Nissan Leaf? Here's What Consumer Reports Says
The Nissan Leaf's third generation has begun to roll out, but some second-gen owners might wonder if their current model is reliable enough to last.
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What Made Nissan's SR20DET Block So Special?
Nissan's SR20DET engine packed impressive power into a relatively lightweight package, earning legendary status among JDM enthusiasts around the world.
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The Semi Truck Brands Owned By Traton (And How It Acquired Them)
Traton owns four different brands that focus around the manufacturing of semi trucks. What are those brands, and how did Traton manage to acquire them?
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Before There Was The Callaway Twin-Turbo Corvette, There Was The Duntov Turbo Corvette
Zora Arkus-Duntov has given a lot to the world of Corvettes, including a turbocharged C3 Corvette that pre-dates the Callaway model we all know and love.
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Ford Made Tractors For Decades. Here's When It Stopped
Ford is now known for cars, but in its long history it also has made airplanes and, for many decades, tractors. In fact, it pioneered mass tractor production.
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Vegetable Oil As A Motor Oil Substitute? It's Been Tested, Here's How Well It Worked
Putting vegetable oil in a car engine is a terrible idea and should never be done, or at least that's what some experts say. What do real-life tests show?
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What Actually Happens To Tire Tread When It Wears Away, And Is It Harmful?
We know gas cars are bad for the environment. EVs are cleaner, but all cars have tires — and tire pollution is a source of toxic microplastics and chemicals.
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