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How Does Ford's Pro Trailer Backup Assist Let You Steer Your Truck Without The Steering Wheel?

staff@jalopnik.com (Kiran Menon) — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 15:25:00 +0000

Reversing a trailer without steering-wheel inputs sounds like a gimmick, but Ford's system uses a specific combination of hardware and software to pull it off.

How The 1965 Auto Pact Tied Canada To America's Big Three Production Lines

staff@jalopnik.com (Aakash Badree) — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 14:05:00 +0000

Canada had a massive trade deficit with the U.S. until 1965, when the Automotive Products Trade Agreement was signed by Lester Pearson and Lyndon Johnson.

Michelin Revolutionized Radial Tires, But This Guy Invented Them 30 Years Earlier

staff@jalopnik.com (Alvin Reyes) — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 09:25:00 +0000

Michelin may be the company most famous for pioneering radial tires, but this intrepid entrepreneur was actually making radial tires 30 years before Michelin.

Here's How A Plane Can Land Safely With A Flat Tire

staff@jalopnik.com (Michael Frank) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 16:25:00 +0000

If your car gets a flat, you're wise to pull over immediately, or you risk ruining the tire and worse. Pilots aloft, though, can't just stop flying.

Fernando Alonso Says This Weekend Will 'Probably' Be His Last F1 Race In Barcelona

staff@jalopnik.com (Chris Tsui) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:18:01 +0000

If this is really his last season, it would finally mark the end of what is the longest career F1 has ever seen.

Japanese Automakers Could Be Dealing With $40 Billion In Added Costs Thanks To Trump's Policies

staff@jalopnik.com (Andy Kalmowitz) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 14:15:10 +0000

Also, Subaru is planning to send the Indiana-built Ascent to Japan, Waymo is rolling out a $30 membership program and more.

BMW M Concept Neue Klasse Is A Close Preview Of The 1,000-HP Electric M3

staff@jalopnik.com (Andy Kalmowitz) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Revealed at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the M Concept Neue Klasse is also a look into the future of all M car designs.

At $21,500, Could You Moon Over This 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS-T Spyder?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:25:00 +0000

A mostly stock, low-mileage Mitsubishi Eclipse GS-T Spyder with a five-speed manual is a rare find these days, but is it worth $21,500?

Genesis Magma GT Concept Gets A Fantastically Luxe Interior (And Fab Green Paint)

staff@jalopnik.com (Daniel Golson) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000

The exterior design of the mid-engine supercar has also been tweaked, and it still looks excellent.

Genesis Magma GT3 Concept Looks Awesome — And Ready To Go Racing Very Soon

staff@jalopnik.com (Daniel Golson) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000

When Genesis revealed the roadgoing Magma GT last year it said the supercar was designed from the outset for GT3 racing, and now we're seeing that race car.

You're Not The Only One Who Likes To Sit In Your Car After A Long Day At Work

staff@jalopnik.com (Kiran Menon) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:25:00 +0000

If you find that when you get home from work, or vice versa, you just want to sit in your car awhile before going inside, don't fret. You're far from alone.

New Surveillance Tech Just Dropped That'll Help Cops Track More Than Just Your License Plate

staff@jalopnik.com (Lalita Chemello) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 03:25:00 +0000

Private companies using smartphone data, RFID chips, and vehicle information to create an "electronic signature" is the next step in tracking your movements.

How Chevy Rushed The 1962 Chevy II Nova To Market In 18 Months To Fight The Ford Falcon

staff@jalopnik.com (Charles Krome) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 23:25:00 +0000

With a competitor dominating sales, Chevrolet responded with a streamlined development strategy that dramatically shortened production timelines.

Here's How To Convert A Power Wheels Car To Use A Drill Battery

staff@jalopnik.com (Brad Brownell) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 22:25:00 +0000

Even at the higher voltage level of a Dewalt drill battery, you're not working with enough power to injure yourself, so don't be scared of it and dig in.

Watch The OSHA-Free Wild West Labor That Went Into Making A Car Almost A Hundred Years Ago: What's Streaming

staff@jalopnik.com (Lalita Chemello) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 20:25:00 +0000

What might be the most enchanting about this video though is the reminder of all the different componentry and materials it takes to make an automobile.

Trump 'Not Looking To Renew' The U.S.-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement He Came Up With

staff@jalopnik.com (Andy Kalmowitz) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:19:00 +0000

Plus, striking United Auto Workers union members have reached a deal at a GM axle supplier and more.

Sung Kang Writes His Own Fast Car Saga With New Film Drifter

staff@jalopnik.com (Lalita Chemello) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:25:46 +0000

The car enthusiast world's most beloved Fast and Furious actor has returned to the screen for another feature-length film featuring cars.

At $6,500, Is This 1988 Lotus Esprit Roller Project Packed With Potential?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:25:00 +0000

With no engine, a stack of parts to sort through, and some serious work needed to make it roadworthy again, is this Lotus Esprit worth the asking price?

Why Many Diesel Engines Have Two Fuel Filters But Gas Engines Don't

staff@jalopnik.com (Alvin Reyes) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:25:00 +0000

There are numerous differences between diesel and gas engines, including the number of fuel filters each uses. Here's why many diesels use two fuel filters.

Why Your CarMax Online Offer Might Not Be The Final Number

staff@jalopnik.com (Dave Goldberg) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:25:00 +0000

Factors such as condition and history can drastically swing the final offer CarMax makes for your car either way, and some owners have wild experiences.