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  • A BMW M car viewed head on with its headlights on at dusk.
    3

    Is It Legal For A Car To Have Two Different Color Headlights?

    There are plenty of rules and restrictions related to cars and their safety features. In fact, some of these restrictions also apply to the color of headlights.

    By Chad Kirchner 1 hour ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a red 1991 Acura NSX
    4

    These Are The Best Cars (And Trucks And Bikes) The Jalopnik Staff Drove In 2025

    This year we loved driving everything from sports cars and pickup trucks to motorcycles and eighteen-wheelers.

    By Daniel Golson 2 hours ago Read More
  • A tire with sidewall markings
    1

    What The Numbers On A Tire Mean, And How To Read Them Properly

    The numbers and letters on a car tire may seem confusing, but they're actually relatively simple once you understand them. Here's what they mean.

    By Chino Ortiz 2 hours ago Read More
  • Upland, CA USA - June 19 2023: The TESLA Delivery Center in Upland supports Tesla-designed and manufactured electric vehicles throughout Southern California. Tesla is a multinational automotive and energy company headquartered in Austin, Texas.
    41

    Tesla Is Predicting A Bad Fourth Quarter

    We're looking at Tesla's upcoming numbers, as well as Porsche's cost-cutting and more.

    By Amber DaSilva 5 hours ago Read More
  • A Chevrolet Corvette C8 ZR1, seen from the rear and above
    5

    11 Factory Cars That Can Hit 60 MPH In 3 Seconds Or Less

    We're not talking about one-offs or hypercars. These 11 speed demons are factory-made cars that just happen to be amazingly quick to reach 60 mph.

    By Ivo Gievski 7 hours ago Read More
  • 1980 Honda Civic 1500GL passenger side image
    59

    At $13,000, Will This Survivor 1980 Honda Civic GL Survive Our Scrutiny?

    Is this throwback econobox compelling enough for someone to throw down some serious cash?

    By Rob Emslie 7 hours ago Read More
  • A freeze plug removed from an engine block and held with dirty fingers.
    12

    What Freeze Plugs Do In An Engine (And Signs They Might Need To Be Replaced)

    Freeze plugs don't make your engine freeze up, and they aren't useful only when it's freezing out. They're a crucial part of your car's defenses year round.

    By Ron King 8 hours ago Read More
  • A new catalytic converter lies on its side on a floor.
    7

    When Did Cars Start Using Catalytic Converters?

    The automobile had been going strong for decades when increased recognition of the dangers of emissions brought the government to mandate catalytic converters.

    By Chloe Clougher 10 hours ago Read More
  • Cars driving through the snow
    18

    These 5 States Have The Most Dangerous Roads In The Winter

    Driving in winter weather can be sketchy no matter where you live. However, these five states have the most dangerous winter roads in the country.

    By Benjamin Gracias 18 hours ago Read More
  • A Lincoln MKT limousine parked outside a building
    9

    Here's How Regular Cars Get Turned Into Stretch Limos

    Regular cars are able to be converted into stretch limousines. The process isn't simple, though, and it doesn't work with every single model.

    By Alvin Reyes 19 hours ago Read More
  • An image of an armored vehicle's front windshield bulletproof glass that has been damaged by artillery fire.
    2

    Here's How 'Bulletproof' Car Windows Are Made

    Car windows are designed for the safety and protection of occupants. "Bulletproof" car windows take those designs and goes even further with them.

    By Eugene Buono 21 hours ago Read More
  • A 2016 ND Mazda Miata in red on a curvy road
    7

    How The Mazda Miata Got Quicker After Losing Horsepower

    The Mazda Miata reduced its horsepower between the third and fourth generations, but it actually got quicker. Check out the reason as to why.

    By Shane Schmid 22 hours ago Read More
  • An Illinois highway sign showing nine miles to Arthur and 52 miles to Paris.
    20

    Do Short Trips Really Wear Out Your Engine Faster Than Long Drives?

    You may have heard that short trips are bad for your car's engine. Well, there is actually quite a bit of truth to that. Here's what you need to know.

    By Ron King 1 day ago Read More
  • A supercharged 4.6-liter DOHC Modular V8 in a red 2004 Ford Mustang
    8

    What's The Difference Between A Pushrod And A Modular Ford V8?

    Ford used pushrod V8 designs for many years before phasing them out in favor of Modular engines. Here are the differences between the two engine types.

    By Paul Stadden 1 day ago Read More
  • Shanghai,China-April 3rd 2024: Chinese customers at Xiaomi ev store test SU7 electric car
    164

    The Electric Future Will Come From China

    We're looking at Western automakers ceding the EV market to China, as well as a fiery Toyota recall.

    By Amber DaSilva 1 day ago Read More
  • 1948 Ford 89A Super DeLuxe Police Car front three-quarter image
    46

    At $9,900, Is This 1948 Ford Super De Luxe Police Cruiser An Arresting Deal?

    What's your take on this De Luxe at that amount of dollars? Does that feel like a fair deal to get into the classic car game with something that will stand out?

    By Rob Emslie 1 day ago Read More
  • A red and cream BMW Isetta microcar driving along the road
    21

    7 Of The Weirdest Cars Owned By Celebrities

    Celebrities are just like us ... they love cars, too. And they can afford to indulge their automotive fantasies. Here are seven of the strangest celebrity cars.

    By Zak Wojnar 1 day ago Read More
  • A 2020 blue Honda Pilot parked in a desert environment
    13

    Here's How Much A 2020 Honda Pilot Has Depreciated After 5 Years

    With new car prices soaring, many drivers are turning to the used market. For those interested in a 2020 Honda Pilot, here's how much the SUV has depreciated.

    By Nishant Jayaram 1 day ago Read More
  • Shot of 2025 IIHS Top Safety Pick and Top Safety Pick+ awards with vehicles that have undergone crash testing in the background
    2

    What Is The Difference Between An IIHS Top Safety Pick And Top Safety Pick+?

    There are some important differences in crash-test performance that set apart cars rewarded with the IIHS' Top Safety Pick and Top Safety Pick+ designations.

    By Monday Goma 1 day ago Read More
  • A close-up of a person holding a car manual transmission gear level in its hand.
    81

    What Driving A Stick Shift Teaches You That An Automatic Never Will

    Automatic transmissions make cars easier to drive, and modern ones are much improved. Yet manuals teach skills you can't get from their higher-tech cousins.

    By Marko Mikulic 2 days ago Read More
  • Mazda CX-5 in red parked in front of an office building at night
    8

    Why Mazda Abandoned Zoom-Zoom To Embrace Driving Matters

    Mazda's "Zoom-Zoom" ads were iconic and relatively popular among consumers. Why, then, did the company decide to replace them? Here's what to know.

    By Shane Schmid 2 days ago Read More
  • Two of Ford's Super Duty pickups from 2023 parked side-by-side.
    10

    What's The Difference Between Ford's 6.8 And 7.3 Godzilla V8 Engines?

    Ford's "Godzilla" V8 engines are some of the strongest gas-powered blocks in its lineup. How do the 6.8 and 7.3 versions compare to each other?

    By Ron King 2 days ago Read More
  • Detailed image of exposed engine cylinders and pistons.
    33

    11 Car Maintenance Jobs That Should Be Left To Professionals

    There are many automotive repair and maintenance jobs that make great DIY projects. However, if you're a novice, these are the tasks you should avoid.

    By Max Larsen 2 days ago Read More
  • A semi truck with tire chains installed on a slick road in winter
    6

    Here's Why Semi Truck Drivers Choose Snow Chains Instead Of Winter Tires

    Winter tires can be great for controlling your vehicle in ice and snow. But there are a couple of reasons why semi truck drivers often use snow chains instead.

    By Shane Schmid 2 days ago Read More
  • Tar stuck on side of car.
    6

    How To Get Tar Off Your Car Without Damaging The Paint

    Removing tar from your car can damage the paint if done incorrectly. Here are a few safe methods that include both specialty products and household options.

    By B. L. Johnson 2 days ago Read More
  • A line of early automobiles on a snowy road near a Ford factory
    6

    The Weird And Dangerous Ways Drivers Stayed Warm Before Car Heaters

    Staying warm behind the wheel wasn’t easy in the early 20th century, even after automakers began offering enclosed cabins. How did drivers manage back then?

    By Shane Schmid 2 days ago Read More
  • A deflated tire on a dirty car
    10

    Here's How Tire Pressure Actually Affects Gas Mileage

    Tire pressure has some interesting effects on your car's gas mileage. Here's how they relate, as well as what you should do to manage your tire's pressure.

    By Nishant Jayaram 2 days ago Read More
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