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  • A pair of front control arms on display
    14

    How To Tell When Your Control Arms Need To Be Replaced

    Control arms are vital for keeping certain models of cars steady and safe on the road. Watch for warning signs that will tell you when they're failing.

    By Alvin Reyes 1 month ago Read More
  • A BMW V12 engine in a red car, potentially an E31-generation 850i, with prominent intake manifolds.
    1

    How To Find (And Fix) An Engine Vacuum Leak Yourself

    A vacuum leak can cause a variety of drivability issues in your vehicle. Here's how you can isolate the leak and the steps you should take to fix it.

    By Peter Nelson 1 month ago Read More
  • A stretch of the Frederiksborgvej in Denmark at night.
    35

    How Denmark's Red Streetlights Do A Lot More Than Save Energy

    Denmark's red LED streetlights save electricity, but that's not all they're trying to accomplish. They may make life better for a valuable animal species.

    By Aakash Badree 1 month ago Read More
  • A driver holding their thumb up out of the window.
    8

    How Different Countries Tackled Hand Signals Before Mechanical Turn Signals Were Invented

    Before the blinkers we know today, drivers needed to use hand signals to show which way they were turning. This was the case across countries around the world.

    By Nico DeMattia 1 month ago Read More
  • Red Bull racing lawn mowers
    4

    The Rowdiest Kiwi Racers Even Drive Lawn Mowers Better Than You Do

    When Red Bull has three of the New Zealand's fastest racing drivers compete in ProLite truck drifting and lawn-mower racing events, we all win.

    By Brad Brownell 1 month ago Read More
  • Jay Leno driving his 1907 White Steam Car
    5

    Cars Tried External Combustion Engines And There Are Good Reasons It Didn't Stick

    Although internal combustion engines quickly became the standard for modern vehicles, some models experimented with external combustion engines.

    By Charles Krome 1 month ago Read More
  • Man pointing to charge port on a Rivian EV
    16

    These Are The Longest Range EVs Of 2026

    Not too long ago, you were lucky to get 100 miles out of your electric vehicle. Things are much better today, but what are the longest range EVs of 2026?

    By John Brandon 1 month ago Read More
  • Bruce Springsteen playing at the Liacouras Center in Philadelphia in 2024
    10

    Bruce Springsteen Has An Extensive Car Collection, But There's Only One European Model In The Bunch

    The Boss has sung about more than one car, and his usual preference is American. But one upscale European model did make it into his collection.

    By Charles Krome 1 month ago Read More
  • Shot of a white camper van parked with a windmill in the background
    6

    Van Life Isn't Cheap Anymore: Here's What It Can Cost Today

    Gone are the days when living in a van down by the river meant you were down and out. Today, the possible price tag means many can only dream of it.

    By Chloe Clougher 1 month ago Read More
  • GWM Tank driving up a hill
    25

    Chinese SUV Beats Lexus GX, Toyota Land Cruiser In Off-Road Test

    The GWM Tank breezed through the same roller test that proved too much for the Toyota and the Lexus.

    By Collin Woodard 1 month ago Read More
  • Mister Rogers at a car show
    11

    Mr. Rogers Once Dedicated An Episode To A Car Show Because He Was The Best

    Mister Rogers' Neighborhood was a beloved show for decades, with all sorts of guests, and even car enthusiasts got air time on the influential children's show.

    By Brad Brownell 1 month ago Read More
  • A 1957 Rambler Rebel at a car show
    6

    AMC Canceled The First Car With An Onboard Computer At The 11th Hour

    AMC was originally going to include electronic fuel injection on a selection of its models from 1957, but design flaws led to this plan falling apart.

    By Charles Krome 1 month ago Read More
  • Mechanic's hand holding new spark plugs over an engine bay
    26

    Can You Bring Your Own Car Parts To A Mechanic?

    Buying parts and bringing them to a mechanic has probably crossed your mind at some point. But is that even a realistic idea and do mechanics go along with it?

    By Chloe Clougher 1 month ago Read More
  • A yellow 2021 Toyota GR Supra on a track
    13

    Here's How Much The Toyota GR Supra Has Depreciated In 5 Years

    The 2021 GR Supra was a bit of a bargain when it was new, but have the years been kind to owners, or can you pick up a dirt-cheap sports coupe today?

    By Dave Goldberg 1 month ago Read More
  • Front view of a modified black XJ Jeep Cherokee
    103

    How The 'Non-Passenger Work Vehicle' Became The Family Car

    It all goes back to the early 1970s.

    By Justin Hughes 1 month ago Read More
  • A red 1978 Chevrolet Malibu
    20

    From Monza To Malibu: What Pristine Examples Of Chevy's Cool '70s-'80s Cars Can Be Worth

    The Malaise Era of the 1970s and 1980s was tough on American automakers, but Chevrolet still made a few iconic cars. Here's how much they're worth today.

    By Benjamin Gracias 1 month ago Read More
  • A blackout license plate on a motorcycle
    11

    How To Get A Blackout License Plate (If You're Allowed To)

    Blackout license plates offer a sleek design for any vehicle. It's not available everywhere, but you can get one for yourself in a few certain states.

    By Chloe Clougher 1 month ago Read More
  • Man holding a cordless electric leaf blower while standing in a garden
    9

    Drying Your Car With A Leaf Blower: Kind Of Genius Or Asking For Trouble?

    If you want to dry your car without scratching the paint, then using air seems pretty sensible, but will your leaf blower really be the right tool for the job?

    By Alvin Reyes 1 month ago Read More
  • Maserati's prototype V6 engine head featuring six valves per cylinder
    10

    Maserati Once Built A Six-Valve-Per-Cylinder Engine (And Quickly Learned Why Nobody Else Did)

    During the 1980s, Maserati experimented with a clever, 36-valve V6 gasoline engine, but for various reasons, the idea never really caught on.

    By Kiran Menon 1 month ago Read More
  • A mechanic holding three used spark plugs and a new one for comparison
    15

    Why Buy Expensive Platinum Spark Plugs When Cheaper Copper Ones Exist?

    Considering the price differences between different spark plug types, you may be tempted to switch from platinum to copper plugs. Here's why that's a bad idea.

    By Alvin Reyes 1 month ago Read More
  • Yellow Lamborghini Miura parked in a scenic location.
    2

    The Term 'Supercar' Existed Long Before The Miura

    The Lamborghini Miura is widely acknowledged as the world's first supercar, but it turns out the word was coined in England about 40 years earlier.

    By Kiran Menon 1 month ago Read More
  • Elvis Presley's 1973 Stutz Blackhawk III on display at Graceland.
    12

    The Last Car Elvis Presley Ever Drove Was A Classy Stutz Fit For A King

    The last car the king of rock and roll piloted also was owned by the actual king of a Middle Eastern nation. It was a revival of a 1930s name on a modern frame.

    By Charles Krome 1 month ago Read More
  • A technician using suction tools to install new windshield glass
    23

    What To Expect With Dealer Vs. Safelite Windshield Replacements

    Getting your windshield replaced by Safelite brings with it some positive and negative differences from getting it replaced by your dealership.

    By Alvin Reyes 1 month ago Read More
  • Vehicles driving through a blizzard
    0

    Here's Where Automakers Freeze Their Lugnuts Off For Cold Weather Testing

    Modern cars need to be tested for their resistance to cold weather. Since not everywhere in the world can account for this, automakers go to specific areas.

    By Chad Kirchner 1 month ago Read More
  • The California Zephyr train in the mountains
    3

    3 Sights You Miss If You Take The Longest Train Route In The U.S.

    The United States has an exceptionally long train route spanning across several states. But you can visit more interesting spots if you take a car, instead.

    By Shane Schmid 1 month ago Read More
  • The mighty, everlasting Rolls-Royce 6.75 liter V8.
    6

    8 Underrated V8 Engines That Deserve More Attention

    Some of the most famous engines of all time are V8s, but what about the ones that have flown under the radar? Here are eight lesser known V8s.

    By Myles Leevy 1 month ago Read More
  • Several tractors lined up next to one another
    6

    What Is Off Road Diesel And Why Is It Illegal To Use On Road?

    Drivers, particularly in rural areas, might have heard they can save money with off-road diesel, but what is it, and why can't you use it on the road?

    By Shane Schmid 1 month ago Read More
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