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  • A United Airlines Boeing 787 at Los Angeles International Airport

    These Airlines Would Be Hardest Hit By A Boeing 787 Grounding

    If the FAA does put safety first and decides to ground the Dreamliner, nearly 1,120 Boeing planes would be taken out of service.

    By Ryan Erik King 8 hours ago Read More
  • A small Honda EV hatchback in camouflage in London

    Honda, Please, Give Us The Super EV Concept

    The upcoming Super EV concept looks like a widebody N-One kei car, and it'll debut at Goodwood.

    By Amber DaSilva 11 hours ago Read More
  • An icebreaker ship plows its way through the Baltic Sea

    To Compete With Russia, U.S. May Finally Build Icebreaker Ships Again

    If this deal goes through, then at last we'll have good old fashioned American icebreakers made by Americans in America again.

    By Nicholas Werner 12 hours ago Read More
  • Tesla Model Y

    Regenerative Braking Could Make Your Kid Fail Their Driving Test

    Allegedly, a teen in New Jersey failed his driver's test because he used regenerative braking in his dad's Tesla.

    By Collin Woodard 13 hours ago Read More
  • tesla hit by train on tracks in pennsylvania

    Tesla In 'Self-Drive Mode' Hit By Train After Turning Onto Train Tracks

    One family in Pennsylvania found their Tesla had turned onto some railroad tracks and, eventually, got hit by a train

    By Collin Woodard 14 hours ago Read More
  • December 03, 2024: Ferrari 488 GTB sportscar grey matte car. Luxury sport car Ferrari GTB.

    Ferrari Delays Its Second EV Because Not Enough People Want One

    In this morning's edition: Ferrari hits the brakes on building a second electric supercar, Europeans are losing interest in EVs faster than Americans.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 15 hours ago Read More
  • 1987 Dodge B350 InterVec Horizon Camper Van

    At $12,000, Would You Be Ready To Bug Out In This 1987 Dodge B350 Camper Van?

    What do you say? Is $12,000 a fair price for this seemingly well-cared-for camper van? Or is that too much to get away from it all?

    By Rob Emslie 17 hours ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a blue Nissan Leaf

    Third-Generation 2026 Nissan Leaf Is Finally Ready For The Real World

    The redesigned Nissan Leaf has up to 303 miles of range, faster charging, a more characterful design and a much nicer interior.

    By Daniel Golson 17 hours ago Read More
  • front three quarters of a gunmetal Q3 driving on a road

    2026 Audi Q3 Debuts In Europe With Beefy New Looks And A Strange Steering Column-Mounted Setup That Eliminates Traditional Stalks

    The third-gen Q3 will also be offered with a plug-in-hybrid powertrain for the first time, at least in Europe.

    By Logan K. Carter 1 day ago Read More
  • An Audi Q4 e-tron on display at an auto show.

    Yes, The Audi Q4 E-Tron Really Does Have Drum Brakes

    In an era when disc brakes have pretty much displaced drum brakes, it's a bit of a shock that the Audi Q4 E-Tron has drums. And it's not alone. Here's why.

    By Sam Ellis 2 days ago Read More
  • Closeup of a gear shift on a manual transmission car.

    What Is Rev Matching, And Is It Really Necessary?

    Drivers of cars with manual transmissions may do something called "rev matching." But what, exactly, is it? And do manuals' drivers really need to do it?

    By Nicholas Werner 2 days ago Read More
  • A white Tesla parked outside an Ontario home

    Canada's EV Mandate Isn't Going Anywhere

    In today's edition we're looking at Canada's refusal to back down on EVs, plus Nissan's increasing distance from Renault.

    By Amber DaSilva 2 days ago Read More
  • 1962 Porsche 238 Standard Star

    At $27,500, Could This 1962 Porsche 238 Standard Star Keep You Down On The Farm?

    Few of us have the need for a tractor, but if you do need one, you definitely want a cool one. They don't come much cooler than a Porsche.

    By Rob Emslie 2 days ago Read More
  • A pair of wheel spacers.

    Are Wheel Spacers Safe To Use? Here's What You Need To Know

    Wheel spacers can keep wider wheels and tires from rubbing against your vehicle's steering and suspension. But the question is: Are they safe to use?

    By Justin Hughes 2 days ago Read More
  • Pouring fuel stabilizer into a gas tank.

    Is Fuel Stabilizer Bad For Your Engine?

    If you can't use your car or motorcycle for an extended time, should you add stabilizer to its fuel tank? Or is fuel stabilizer actually bad for your engine?

    By Justin Hughes 2 days ago Read More
  • A red 2016 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat.

    What Makes The Dodge Hellcat Supercharger Sound So Loud?

    Dodge's Hellcat supercharger has been around for a decade, and its trademark high-pitched whining has no shortage of fans and detractors. What makes it so loud?

    By Charles Krome 2 days ago Read More
  • A car tachometer sweeping up the rev range.

    Why Your Daily Driver Can't Rev Like A Supercar

    Why does a Bugatti rev up to 9,000 rpm while a Camaro hits its redline at 5,500? Your daily driver is built differently than a supercar. Here's what we mean.

    By Paul Stadden 2 days ago Read More
  • Used engine oil being drained from the underside of a car on a lift

    Is An Oil Analysis Worth It? Here Are The Pros & Cons

    An oil analysis might seem like an unnecessary upsell, but there are situations in which it can be useful. Here are the costs and benefits of the procedure.

    By Brittany Crow 2 days ago Read More
  • An engine with its valve covers removed

    Can Upgrading Your Rocker Arms Really Boost Horsepower?

    Upgrading your rocker arms can be a pretty significant undertaking for the DIY mechanic, so are the performance improvements worth it? Let's take a look.

    By Richard Sachek 2 days ago Read More
  • A mechanic checking spark plug gap

    Should You Adjust The Gap On Pre-Set Spark Plugs?

    While many drivers will be fine leaving their spark plugs set up the way they arrived, there are certain situation that might require some adjustments.

    By Richard Sachek 2 days ago Read More
  • An air suspension system waiting to be installed

    Air Shocks Vs. Air Bags: What's The Difference?

    Air shocks and air suspension — also called air bags — are similar sounding systems with very different designs. Here's what you need to know about both.

    By Nicholas Werner 3 days ago Read More
  • Adding engine oil to a car.

    Is It Outdated Advice To Avoid Adding Oil To A Hot Engine?

    You're on a long drive, and you decide to check your oil when you pull into a gas station. It's a little low. Is it a bad idea to add oil to a hot engine?

    By Abhik Das 3 days ago Read More
  • A mechanic working on a turbocharger

    What Causes Turbo Lag (And Why You Can't Really Fix It)

    Ever wondered why your turbocharged engine doesn't kick in right away when you press on the gas? Here's the reason why — and why it's so hard to fix.

    By Nicholas Werner 3 days ago Read More
  • An automatic-transmission shifter.

    Do Transmission Coolers Really Make A Difference?

    Your vehicle is designed to operate whether it's hot or cold out, right? So why in the world should you need a special gadget to cool its transmission?

    By Abhik Das 3 days ago Read More
  • The green Honda Econ button with a leaf symbol.

    What Does Honda's Econ Mode Actually Do?

    From the term "Econ" you can probably guess what Honda's Econ mode is meant to do. But what does it do to reach its goal of helping you economize?

    By Nicholas Werner 3 days ago Read More
  • Semi with flatbed trailer

    Why 'Flatbed' Semi Trailers Aren't Always Flat

    If you've ever looked closely at an empty flatbed semitruck trailer, you might have noticed a pronounced bend in its shape. So why do flat trailers look curved?

    By Justin Hughes 3 days ago Read More
  • 2023 Toyota GR86 Special Edition in Solar Yellow showing standard cat-back exhaust

    Can A Cat-Back Exhaust Increase HP Without A Tune?

    So you've decided to take the leap and add a cat-back exhaust system to your car. Will it work without a tune? Here's what you need to know.

    By Charles Krome 3 days ago Read More
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