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  • Adding engine oil to a car.
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    Is It Outdated Advice To Avoid Adding Oil To A Hot Engine?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 10 months ago Read More
  • A mechanic working on a turbocharger
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    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 10 months ago Read More
  • An automatic-transmission shifter.
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    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 10 months ago Read More
  • The green Honda Econ button with a leaf symbol.
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    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 10 months ago Read More
  • Semi with flatbed trailer
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    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 10 months ago Read More
  • 2023 Toyota GR86 Special Edition in Solar Yellow showing standard cat-back exhaust
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    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 10 months ago Read More
  • A close-up image of a wire harness loom going into a junction box, that shows damage from chew marks from a rodent.
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    Why Rats Love Chewing Away Your Car's Wiring

    If you've ever had an issue with your car wiring caused by rodents, you know how frustrating it can be. Here's why rodents chew wires and what to do about it.

    By Greg Poggiali 10 months ago Read More
  • Rear view of an empty truck bed.
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    Is Steel Or Aluminum More Practical For A Truck Bed?

    Steel has long been a trusted choice for building heavy duty vehicles, but advances in aluminum manufacturing have made it a more viable option than ever.

    By Jordan A. Rodriguez 10 months ago Read More
  • A tesla dealership in Melbourne, Australia
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    Thousands In Australia Sue Tesla Over Phantom Braking Problems

    About 10,000 Tesla owners have reportedly joined the class-action lawsuit, with some drivers describing the problem as "terrifying."

    By Collin Woodard 10 months ago Read More
  • A image of text imposed over an photo of Buzz Aldrin standing in front of the Apollo Lunar Module
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    How Volkswagen Joined In On 1969's Apollo Fever

    If you bought the July 25, 1969 issue of the New York Times, a cheeky ad from Volkswagen celebrated the moon landing by poking fun at itself.

    By Ryan Erik King 10 months ago Read More
  • Citroen BX 4TC with yellow lights
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    The Reason French Cars Had Yellow Headlights For Decades

    From 1937 to 1993, the French government required all cars sold in the country to feature "selective yellow lights" for all forward-facing roadway illumination.

    By Brad Brownell 10 months ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a red Peugeot E-208 GTi
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    Oh My God Look At The New Peugeot E-208 GTi's Hole-Inspired Wheels

    Peugeot says the E-208 GTi's 18-inch wheels are inspired by "the iconic 'Hole' wheels of the 205 GTi," and yes I did laugh at that.

    By Daniel Golson 10 months ago Read More
  • A Jaguar E-Pace parked near a village
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    British Couple Steal Their Own Jaguar E-Pace From The Thieves Who Stole It

    What do you do when your car is stolen? Call the police. What do you do if the police are overextended and can't get to it? You steal back your own car.

    By Nicholas Werner 10 months ago Read More
  • A banner showing a picture of U.S. President Donald Trump is displayed outside of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) building on June 3, 2025 in Washington, DC.
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    Trump Wants Even More Car Tariffs

    We're looking at the President's consideration of new, higher tariffs on cars, as well as the NHTSA's desire for more AVs testing on our roads.

    By Amber DaSilva 10 months ago Read More
  • 2003 Dodge Viper SRT-10
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    At $49,000, Is This 2003 Dodge Viper An Unsubtle Steal?

    The first-generation Dodge Viper is the most brutal, un-refined car you could ever find. Let's see if this one's price makes it worth picking up.

    By Rob Emslie 10 months ago Read More
  • Larry Chen's 7-Eleven wrapped E30 BMW 3-series
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    Larry Chen's 7-Eleven BMW E30 Is The Ideal Car Livery

    Cars and 7-Eleven go together like pineapple and pizza — I don't understand it, but plenty of people seem to and I'm just glad they're having fun.

    By Amber DaSilva 10 months ago Read More
  • Tesla Model Y display at a dealership. Tesla offers the Model Y with up to 327 miles of driving range. MY:2026
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    Musk Swears Tesla's Robotaxi Will Be Here June 22

    In this morning's edition, Elon Musk sets a totally real date for Tesla's robotaxi rollout, Ford's "employee pricing for all" plan is really working, and more.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 10 months ago Read More
  • 2003 Toyota RAV4
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    At $5,950, Will This 2003 Toyota RAV4 Get A Rave Review?

    While its mileage is high, today's Nice Price or No Dice looks clean and is said to drive "like new!" It's also a manual, so it should be a bit of fun to drive.

    By Rob Emslie 10 months ago Read More
  • Elon Musk looking haggard
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    Musk Goes Crawling Back

    We're looking at Elon Musk's attempt to wriggle back to President Trump's side, as well as his declaration that self-driving taxis are coming within two weeks.

    By Amber DaSilva 10 months ago Read More
  • 1972 BMW 2002TII
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    At $27,500, Would You Say 'Aye, Aye' To This 1972 BMW 2002TII?

    If you're a fan of BMW's old-school styling tropes, then today's Nice Price or No Dice 2002 should really ring your bell.

    By Rob Emslie 10 months ago Read More
  • 1970 Porsche 911 V8
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    At $22,000, Is This Chevy-Powered 1970 Porsche 911 A Blasphemous Bargain?

    Today's 1970 Porsche 911 presents as a crossover episode, as it's powered by a small block Chevy V8, the weapon of choice for many a 'Vette as well.

    By Rob Emslie 10 months ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a white Laforza
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    When Was The Last Time You Saw A Laforza This Clean?

    Originally called the Magnum, it was first developed as a military vehicle but became a production model, going on sale in 1985.

    By Daniel Golson 10 months ago Read More
  • A closeup of a Ford Easy Fuel capless system
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    Why Did Gas Caps Disappear From Some New Cars? [Update]

    If you've got a fuel tank, you need to put a lid on it, right? Wrong. A number of cars across several brands now come without gas caps. Here's why.

    By Nicholas Werner 11 months ago Read More
  • MX-5 drifting
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    Mazda Recalls 12,000 Miatas So You Don't Accidentally Drift Everywhere

    The rear-wheel-drive roadster is being recalled because its traction control light might not come on when it should.

    By Brad Brownell 11 months ago Read More
  • tesla cybertruck
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    Tesla Had To Redesign The Cybertruck Because Engineers Couldn't Make It Amphibious Like Musk Wanted

    Tesla's engineering team reportedly took Elon Musk's tweets seriously and attempted to deliver everything he promised online.

    By Collin Woodard 11 months ago Read More
  • Hasan Rabat fires a handgun out of a purple Lamborghini Huracan
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    Turns Out You're Not Supposed To Celebrate A Wedding By Shooting A Gun From A Rental Lamborghini On The Highway

    The Huracan was in a convoy of cars headed to a wedding, and the passenger who shot out of the window was arrested.

    By Nicholas Werner 11 months ago Read More
  • Vinfast VF8
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    VinFast Managed To Lose Over $700 Million In The First Quarter Of 2025

    In this morning's edition, we're looking at VinFast's ruinous first-quarter finances, Bentley's tariff pricing plan, and more.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 11 months ago Read More
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