Recycling Motor Oil Isn't Just The Law, It's Great If You Like Living On Earth, Too
We've probably all heard that we should recycle motor oil, but why is it so important for the environment? And what happens if we fail to do it?
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This Statue Of A Trabant With Legs Will Absolutely Haunt Your Dreams
We're used to seeing cars as art, but the Trabant is a niche choice. And adding legs to this one has unquestionably created the stuff of nightmares.
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Jack Nicholson Drove A Hydrogen-Powered Car Before Green Energy Was Cool
Hydrogen-powered cars might seem like an invention of the future, but there was a car that pioneered the tech in 1978, and Jack Nicholson endorsed it.
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Eddie Van Halen Used His Lamborghini Miura On 'Panama,' Here's What It Looks Like Today
Miuras will always be cool, but this particular Miura comes with more than a hint of rock star about it. Rumor has it, it's a musician in its own right.
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Stop Saying This White Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud Belonged To John Lennon
Rumor has it that Lennon's 1965 Rolls-Royce Phantom V is rotting in a Florida parking lot, but that's not the case. Here's the true story of this iconic car.
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When Cheap Is Costly: These Depreciated Cars Are Perfect For A Bottomless Budget
A champagne car for a light-beer price? It's so tempting ... until you consider the cost of keeping it running. Here are five to think hard about before buying.
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The Final Studebaker Ever Built Rolled Off The Line 60 Years Ago Today
Studebaker was an iconic automotive brand, but it sadly went out of business 60 years ago. Here's a closer look at the last Studebaker ever built.
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What Is A Tri-Five Chevy And Which Models Fit The Bill?
The Tri-Five Chevy is loved by classic-car enthusiasts due to confident styling, influential engines, and decades of hot-rodding. Here's what the term means.
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Ralph Lauren's Car Collection Is So Good It Was Once Displayed In The Louvre
Cars so beautiful they've been featured both at the Louvre and Boston's Museum of Fine Arts? Unsurprising if you're fashion-design icon Ralph Lauren.
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How To Find A Car's Service Records When The Seller Doesn't Have Them
If you're shopping for a used car and the seller can't provide detailed maintenance records, these tips may help you locate the service history yourself.
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Signs Your Car's Nuts And Bolts Weren't Torqued To Spec
If the nuts and bolts in your car aren't properly tightened, each drive could lead to damaged breaks or the wheels falling off of your vehicle.
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This WW1 Helmet Designed By Ford Looks Like Something Out Of A Medieval Horror Story
Ford is famous for building cars, but its manufacturing know-how was enlisted to help fight WW1 with this interestingly shaped infantry helmet.
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The Rarest Chevy Bel Air Was This Limited-Run 2-Door Sport Wagon
The Chevrolet Bel Air became a legend among classic enthusiasts, but this two-door station wagon variant didn't quite have the same success.
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5 Vintage Cars Other Than '32 Fords That Would Make Fantastic Hot Rods
It feels that every other hot rod is a 1930s Ford, so it’s worth thinking outside the box. Here are five cool alternatives to inspire your next build.
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The World's First 9-Speed Automatic Transmission Was Plagued With Problems
Nine-speed gearboxes may be commonplace now, but the world's first example didn't have such an easy birth when it was launched. And it wasn't that long ago.
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Van Life Isn't Cheap Anymore: Here's What It Can Cost Today
Gone are the days when living in a van down by the river meant you were down and out. Today, the possible price tag means many can only dream of it.
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Can You Bring Your Own Car Parts To A Mechanic?
Buying parts and bringing them to a mechanic has probably crossed your mind at some point. But is that even a realistic idea and do mechanics go along with it?
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How To Get A Blackout License Plate (If You're Allowed To)
Blackout license plates offer a sleek design for any vehicle. It's not available everywhere, but you can get one for yourself in a few certain states.
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What're The Differences Between Hagerty And Normal Insurance?
Hagerty has spent a lot of money on a marketing campaign targeting car enthusiasts, but is the product really that different from any other insurance policy?
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3 Weird Ways Radiators Were Destroyed (And What's More Likely To Give You A Headache)
Car radiators are generally robust, but they can fail, and, sometimes, they fail in some strange ways. Here are some of the weirdest ways radiators can die.
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George Harrison's Porsche 928 S Was Almost Used For Spare Parts
George Harrison once owned a Porsche 928 S that was driven for 11,000 miles. If it wasn't for a bit of luck, that car wouldn't have seen any action beyond that.
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Am I Wrong, Or Does This Four-Cylinder Ferrari Racing Engine Sound Like A Lawn Mower?
We expect Ferrari engines to have a certain appealingly angry sound. But some of them seem like they'd be more at home on the grass in front of your house.
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More Than Just Pickups Tried Two Gas Tanks (And These Cars Had Far More Fun With It)
Dual fuel tanks aren't just for trucks. You may be surprised to learn that a handful of classic sports cars featured them, too, including these old-school gems.
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You Can Question Frank Sinatra's Infamous Ferrari Quote, But Not His Taste In Cars
Frank Sinatra may or may not have ever made his well-known derogatory comment about Ferraris. Either way, he had an excellent, eclectic car collection.
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What Are The Pros And Cons Of Forged Wheels?
If you're considering adding forged wheels to your car -- either as a factory option or an aftermarket purchase -- here's everything you need to know.
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Pre-Dieselgate Volkswagen TDI Values Are The Weird Comeback Nobody Saw Coming
The Dieselgate emissions scandal made VW Group TDI engines pariahs in the car market, but a decade later, used values suggest diesel isn't quite dead yet.
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Here's Why Harley-Davidson's Knucklehead Engine Is So Valuable
Harley-Davidson's Knucklehead engine released back in 1936, and despite its age, models with the engine can sell for over $200,000 even today.
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