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  • ABS tests on a wet road surface with two identical vehicles of the S-Class series W 116. The left-hand model without ABS slides into the obstacle during emergency braking due to the locking wheels despite fully turned steering. The right vehicle with ABS still remains steerable despite full braking. The driver can brake and steer around the obstacle at the same time.
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    Airplanes Got ABS Brakes In The '40s — Production Cars Didn't Get Them Until The 1960s

    There's some debate as to which production vehicle had ABS first, but there's no arguing over how important anti-lock brakes are as a modern safety feature.

    By Logan K. Carter 8 hours ago Read More
  • Eleanor Roosevelt gestures to another person while speaking into a microphone
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    Despite Secret Service Objections, Eleanor Roosevelt Drove Herself (And Even Fell Asleep Behind The Wheel)

    The first lady was definitely keen on driving, but it seems she once spent a little too long behind the wheel and ended up falling asleep while driving.

    By Erik Sherman 15 hours ago Read More
  • WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 24: U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to reporters after casting his ballot during early voting at the Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections on October 24, 2026 in West Palm Beach, Florida. The U.S. will hold midterm elections on November 3. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)
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    Audi Aligns With Trump For New U.S. Factory

    Fair to say that Volkswagen Group is having an interesting week.

    By Amber DaSilva 20 hours ago Read More
  • 1978 Olds Cutlass Salon Brougham front three-quarter image
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    At $6,500, Is This 1978 Olds Cutlass Salon Brougham A Unicorn Of A Deal?

    An Oldsmobile Aeroback model from the 1970s is rare, especially one with a manual transmission, but does this one's rarity translate to desirability?

    By Rob Emslie 22 hours ago Read More
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    Road Trip Snacks Ranked Best To Worst

    Whether you're planning a trip to the grandparents' house for the holidays or a summer road trip across the country, these snacks will keep you satisfied.

    By Brad Brownell 1 day ago Read More
  • Fluid being drained from a car's differential.
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    Why Hypoid Differential Gear Oil Needs To Be Different From Engine Or Transmission Oil

    Oil in a car is definitely not one-size-fits-all, and using the wrong oil for either the engine, transmission, or differential can cause massive damage.

    By Dave Goldberg 1 day ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 of 2016 Hyundai Tucson
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    That Time Someone Stole A Hyundai Tucson Holding Both Parents' Ashes The Night Before A Funeral

    A stolen Hyundai Tucson turned an already difficult time into a family's worst nightmare, highlighting a troubling side of a U.S. vehicle theft problem.

    By Charles Krome 1 day ago Read More
  • Maroon Nissan GT-R R35 driving in Seattle
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    7 Of The Most Powerful JDM Engines Ever Made

    Here are seven of the most powerful JDM internal combustion engines ever put into production, plus one honorable mention

    By Ted Ladue 1 day ago Read More
  • Side shot of a Bugatti Veyron
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    7 Cars And Trucks That Have Some Of The Worst MPG Ratings Ever

    Some of the world's most outrageous cars and trucks have equally outrageous appetites for fuel. These seven models take gas guzzling to remarkable extremes.

    By Chloe Clougher 1 day ago Read More
  • A Dodge Ram pickup truck towing a flatbed trailer with a brown Ford F-Series pickup truck securely fastened on top.
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    America Needs More Types Of Driver's Licenses, Not Just Better Driver's Ed

    No idea is perfect, but it would at least make our roads safer at the cost of a few more DMV employees at every office.

    By Collin Woodard 1 day ago Read More
  • A skeleton placed in the passenger's seat of a car with cobwebs and a pumpkin on the roof.
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    4 Ideas To Deck Out Your Car For The Next Halloween Trunk-Or-Treat

    Nobody remembers a car with nothing but a bowl of candy in the back. Here's how to give yours a face, a spooky theme, or a famous movie look for trunk-or-treat.

    By Marko Mikulic 2 days ago Read More
  • Person on phone looking at damage to rear door of red car
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    Switching Auto Insurance Providers: The Pros And Cons Explained

    There can be real benefits to finding a new auto insurance provider, but switching can come with its own headaches. Here's what you should keep in mind.

    By Austin Lott 2 days ago Read More
  • The front left 3/4 view of a blue 1970 Chevy Chevelle SS 396 for sale.
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    1970 Chevelle SS 396 For Sale With 24,100 Miles Shown Kept Its Original L34 In Huge Restoration

    A frame-off restoration job brought this 396 Chevelle back to near-mint condition. It still has its numbers-matching L34 V8, and it's looking for a new owner.

    By Chris Tsui 2 days ago Read More
  • front three-quarters shot of a Ruby Star Neo 911 S/T driving on a two-lane forest road past blurred trees
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    Porsche Expands 'Do Not Drive' Recall For Performance Models With Center-Lock Wheels That Could Fall Off

    Owners of these cars should not drive them until a Porsche dealer has checked the wheel fastening system and replaced any out-of-specification parts.

    By Logan K. Carter 2 days ago Read More
  • Iconic actor Steve McQueen at the 1970 12 Hours of Sebring race.
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    Why These Two Actors Clashed With Fellow Automotive And Hollywood Legend Steve McQueen

    Steve McQueen shared a passion for racing with two fellow Hollywood stars, but disputes over screen time and casting put their relationships to the test.

    By Erik Sherman 2 days ago Read More
  • A mechanic holding a catalytic converter
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    What's The Difference Between C.A.R.B. Compliant Car Parts Vs. Ones That California Bans?

    When it comes to aftermarket emissions components, you can choose between C.A.R.B parts and federally compliant ones. Here's the difference between them.

    By Chris Stark 2 days ago Read More
  • Full exposed blue carbon Bugatti Veyron Super Sport parked on display.
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    The Bugatti Veyron Super Sport Prototype's Power Increase Exploded The A/C Compressor

    Turning the Veyron into the Super Sport took bold engineering. Here’s how Bugatti pulled it off and why that power ended up destroying the prototype’s A/C.

    By Marko Mikulic 2 days ago Read More
  • The rear window of an orange car is covered by black window louvers.
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    8 Classic Coupes That Look Sick With Window Louvers

    Window louvers often look hideous, and they definitely won't make your car go faster, but these classic coupes pull them off to perfection.

    By Josh West 2 days ago Read More
  • A Trabant car parked near a sidewalk with people walking near it.
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    Trabant Finally Got A 4-Cylinder Engine Just As East Germans Could Buy Western Cars

    Trabant dominated the roads of East Germany back when the Berlin Wall was up. But it wouldn't even last for a year by the time its engine got four cylinders.

    By Charles Krome 2 days ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a green Rivian R1S in motion.
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    Rivian And Volvo Make The Only Large SUVs To Get IIHS Top Safety Pick+ Ratings In 2026

    Most large SUVs missed the IIHS' highest safety honor in 2026. Take a closer look at two electric luxury models that made the cut and what sets them apart.

    By Chris Tsui 2 days ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 of 2025 Ford Police Interceptor Utility with lights on.
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    The Michigan State Police Recently Took Police Cars To A Track To See Which Was Fastest

    Which patrol car can tackle the highest speeds? Michigan State Police hit the track this fall to rank the fastest pursuit vehicles and we've got the results.

    By Charles Krome 2 days ago Read More
  • A blue RAM truck towing a camper on a rural road.
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    Why Pickup Trucks Are Traditionally Chosen Over SUVs For Big Towing Jobs

    Big SUVs look tough enough to pull just about anything, yet pickups are still the default choice for big towing jobs. Here's what really gives them the edge.

    By Marko Mikulic 2 days ago Read More
  • Kia Soul on a Texas Beach
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    Public Beaches In Texas Are Also Highways, And You Can Actually Drive On Them

    Texans so enjoy their access to beaches that they coded public access into state law in 1959 with the Open Beaches Act.

    By Ted Ladue 2 days ago Read More
  • 1921 Duesenberg Model A at the Rodeo Drive Concours during 2014
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    The First Car To Get Four-Wheel Hydraulic Brakes Was A Duesenberg

    Duesenberg brought four-wheel hydraulic brakes to production cars in the 1920s, but its racing success and the innovations that preceded it add to the story.

    By Charles Krome 2 days ago Read More
  • Close up of cans of WD-40 EZ-Reach
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    6 WD-40 Myths Gearheads Need To Stop Believing

    WD-40 has a reputation for fixing just about anything, but some popular beliefs about the iconic spray could lead to surprising mistakes.

    By Charles Krome 2 days ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a matte black Bentley Supersports convertible
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    New Bentley Supersports Convertible Will Carry On A Silly Yet Awesome Legacy

    Because why wouldn't you want a high-performance, rear-wheel-drive version of a big, luxurious four-seat convertible?

    By Daniel Golson 3 days ago Read More
  • Close up image of a 1959 Plymouth Sport Fury headlight.
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    9 Classic Plymouth Models And What They're Worth Today

    Plymouth built some truly legendary Mopars over the years. Too bad it's no more, but its legacy will continue to live on thanks to these classic models.

    By Max Larsen 3 days ago Read More
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