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The Splinter Is An Honest-To-Goodness Drivable Sports Car Made Of Wood
Some one-off cars have some incredibly unique designs, but perhaps none are quite as unique with their basic building materials as the Splinter.
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What're The Differences Between Duramax LML, L5P, LB7, And LBZ Diesel Engines?
The Duramax diesel engine has seen quite a few changes over the years. Here's what separates some of the most popular versions from each other.
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Neglecting Your Spark Plugs Does More Damage Than You Think
Spark plugs might sound small and inconsequential, but neglecting to change them can have serious and expensive repercussions for your engine.
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Need Raw Performance? These 9 Cars Have The Most Horsepower You Can Buy In 2026
In most cases, horsepower is the go-to measurement for a vehicle's performance. But only a few models allow you to get absurd numbers for under $150,000.
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How Long, In General, Does An Oil Filter Last?
Oil changes are a common part of a car's maintenance, and it's best to change the filter at the same time. But how long should it be able to last on its own?
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You'd Better Be Passing People If You're In These States' Left Lanes
Left-lane cruising is a big no-no in all 50 U.S. states. However, some states enforce stricter penalties than others. Here's what to know about left-lane laws.
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What Is A Limited-Slip Differential And How Does It Work?
Differentials are what allow the wheels on a vehicle to actually move around effectively. Open differentials are common, but limited-slip ones are special.
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The Damage From A Pothole Can Be Worse Than You Might Think
You didn't notice that big pothole till you drove through it, but your car seems okay, so you're feeling good. Still, that may not be the end of the story.
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Why Cutting Off A Wide-Load Semi Truck And Its Lead Car Is A Bad Idea
You want to get around that wide load pretty badly, and also the slowish car that's leading the way. But don't cut them off. The results can be catastrophic.
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What's The Performance Difference Between Catted And Catless Downpipes?
You might expect that catless downpipes, which lack a catalytic converter, would outperform catless ones. But as the old song says, it ain't necessarily so.
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Mercedes-AMG Tried A Diesel And It Did Not Go Well
Ever heard of the AMG that ran on diesel? Most people haven't as it was a commercial flop, but it's a strange little chapter in pre-Dieselgate Mercedes history.
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Does Bird Poop Damage Your Car's Paint?
Birds are majestic creatures, but their acidic droppings can severely damage your car's paint job. Here's why, and what you can do to protect your vehicle.
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Why Are Two-Stroke Engines So Environmentally Unfriendly?
Two-stroke engines have their uses, but they are seen as environmentally unfriendly today. But why do they have that reputation, and is it deserved?
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Why You Might Want An Oiled Air Filter Vs. A Dry One
What's the difference between oiled and dry air filters, and which type is better? It boils down to your needs and preferences — here's what you need to know.
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The Scientific Reasons These Substances Don't Cool As Well As Motor Oil
YouTubers often perform wild stunts for views, like adding random chemicals and liquids to their cars' engines. However, here's why you shouldn't copy them.
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Connecticut Is Rethinking A Key Rule About Sibling Passengers For Teen Drivers
Most states have rules about who new teenage drivers can carry in their cars. Connecticut bans driving a brother or sister, but that policy is being challenged.
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Volkswagen's Component Locking Makes Home Repairs Too Expensive To Be Feasible
Volkswagen's got a software fix to lock you, your car, and your wallet into a dealer repair.
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Tesla's 'Fleet' Of Unsupervised Robotaxis In Texas Appears To Have Been Cut From 8 Cars To Only 4
There aren't very many cars in the overall fleet, either.
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I Watched 133 Movies In 2025 And Ranked Them By How Well The Cars Are Used
I've actually seen all of the Academy's Best Picture nominees, maybe for the first time ever. Some of them even made these lists.
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This Is Not A Drill: Alpine Is Crash-Testing The Next-Generation A110 For The U.S. Market
Alpine's U.S. plans aren't totally dead, and the A110 — the car we actually wanted from Alpine all along — might be what saves them.
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January's EV Registrations Fell 41% As The Full Weight Of Trump's Policy Changes Hit Home
Electric vehicle registrations fell off a cliff to begin the year, history says the war with Iran will be disastrous for our auto industry, and more.
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At $74,399, Could You Get Caught In This 2012 Audi R8 5.2 Quattro Spyder's Web?
Does that feel like a deal considering the car's specs and condition? Or is that too much for a car that hasn't reached the bottom of its depreciation curve?
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Why Many Detailers Stopped Treating Cars Like Donuts And Don't Glaze Them Anymore
Glazing was once an integral part of many auto detailers' routines, but it's not as popular these days. Here's why it fell out of vogue and what replaced it.
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12 Non-Corvettes That Are Powered By Corvette Engines
Corvettes have used some incredibly powerful engines, but a few different models have taken those engines for themselves. Here are 12 of them.
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Oliver Pickard's Project Mosquito Is An Incredible Machine Six Years In The Making
When this haphazard little collection of car parts on a cut apart chassis first rolled into the Pickard barn shop, I was already hooked on the concept.
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2027 Rivian R2 Launches With 656 HP And 330-Mile Range For Under $60K, Base RWD Trim Coming Next Year For $46,495
Rivian seems to have made good on all of its promises with the R2, and deliveries start within the next few months.
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Drivers Behind The Wheel Of Two Fatal Ford BlueCruise Crashes Were Likely Distracted And Ignoring Warnings, NTSB Says
The NTSB says it will hold a public hearing on March 31 in Washington, D.C., where it will discuss key findings in both crashes.
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