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  • A black Kia EV6 on a rainy street
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    Kia's Blind Spot Cameras Go Blind In The Rain – But There's An Easy Fix

    Blind-spot cameras are great for safety, but the ones on Kia's EV6 are useless in the rain, and they're not the only ones. Luckily, there's a quick solution.

    By Alvin Reyes 1 month ago Read More
  • 2026 Chevy Trax with a 3-cylinder engine
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    The Pros & Cons Of 3 Cylinder Engines

    Cars with 3-cylinder engines aren't a new phenomenon, but they are relatively new in the U.S. market. Here are the benefits and downsides of this engine style.

    By Shane Schmid 1 month ago Read More
  • The red Pontiac Firebird Pegasus powered by a Ferrari GTB/4 Daytona V12
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    This One-Off Pontiac Supercar Had A Ferrari Engine Under The Hood

    Enzo Ferrari himself provided the V12 engine for this car conceived by GM design chief Bill Mitchell. The result combined muscle-car flair with Ferrari power.

    By Paul Stadden 1 month ago Read More
  • Seven-cylinder engine from an old airplane on display.
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    Seven Cylinder Engines Exist, Just Not In Cars

    Ever seen a seven-cylinder car engine? Neither have we, yet these strange engines rumble through cargo ships, powerful tractors, and vintage planes.

    By Chino Ortiz 1 month ago Read More
  • Honda Maintenance Minder and oil life indicator
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    What Your Honda's Maintenance Minder Codes Actually Mean

    Your Honda's Maintenance Minder system shows which services are due next, from oil changes to brake checks, tire rotations, and filter replacements

    By B. L. Johnson 1 month ago Read More
  • The powerful LS1 V8 of a fifth-generation Corvette
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    Why Do LS Engines Have Steam Tubes?

    Steam tubes in LS engines vent trapped air from the cooling system, prevent hot spots, manage coolant flow, and maintain optimal engine performance.

    By Charles Krome 1 month ago Read More
  • Ford Transit camper conversion with solar panels on roof
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    Dreaming Of Vanlife? Here's What A Ford Transit Campervan Conversion Could Cost You

    The Ford Transit is a great option when it comes to vanlife. However, converting one can be pricey. Here's what you need to know.

    By B. L. Johnson 1 month ago Read More
  • Mechanic holds a new spark plug and old spark plug side by side
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    How To Remove Seized Spark Plugs

    Spark plugs are essential for cars with internal combustion engines. However, they can seize up and get stuck. Here's how to remove them when that happens.

    By Abigail Longstreth 1 month ago Read More
  • Roundabout intersection
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    The Evolution Of The Roundabout And How It Came To America

    Roundabouts are a controversial type of road design. However, they can offer numerous benefits. Here's how they were born and popularized in the States.

    By B. L. Johnson 1 month ago Read More
  • Dodge Charger automatic transmission
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    These Driving Habits Could Cause More Transmission Damage Than You Think

    If you want your transmission to last as long as possible, don't do these five things.

    By Collin Woodard 1 month ago Read More
  • Ferrari 355 F1 with semi-automatic gearbox
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    How Does A Semi-Automatic Transmission Work?

    A semi-automatic transmission combines the best features of both modern automatic and old-school manual gearboxes. Here's how they work.

    By Benjamin Gracias 1 month ago Read More
  • A red and white Harley Davidson Softail outside a garage
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    Do Harley-Davidsons Need To Be Warmed Up?

    Motorcylists usually love the roar of their engines, though their neighbors may not. How long Harleys need to be warned up depends on several factors.

    By Chino Ortiz 1 month ago Read More
  • A Malaysian road with glow-in-the-dark paint
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    Why Malaysia's Glow In The Dark Roads Were Doomed To Fail

    They were pretty and aimed to cut Malaysia's electricity bill. But the country's glow-in-the-dark roads ran afoul of some real-world problems.

    By Chino Ortiz 1 month ago Read More
  • Approaching the toll booths on a highway there's a sign saying,
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    This Is America's Most Expensive Highway To Drive On, And It's Not Even Close

    Driving this road from end to end is at least three times as costly as on any other in the U.S., even ones that are longer. And the tolls will continue to rise.

    By Greg Poggiali 1 month ago Read More
  • A close up of a red Dodge Viper engine in an engine bay.
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    The Most Powerful Dodge Engines Ever, Ranked By Horsepower

    For decades, Dodge has been a standard bearer of American horsepower, with its biggest engines pushing blistering speed and fire-breathing exhaust notes.

    By Sarah Bloomfield 1 month ago Read More
  • Man checking the oil in his car.
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    Here's What You Should Know About Topping Off Your Engine Oil

    Every driver should know how to check and top off engine oil. Here’s how to read the dipstick, add oil the right way, and keep your car running smoothly.

    By B. L. Johnson 1 month ago Read More
  • An underhood shot of the green 1926 Pontiac split head flathead inline 6 engine
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    Pontiac Made A Straight-6 Decades Before It Was Popular

    Pontiac’s 1926 inline-6 combined solid performance with comfort, redefining affordability and setting new standards in early automotive design.

    By Paul Stadden 1 month ago Read More
  • Martin Truex Jr.'s vehicle in the pit garage
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    Why NASCAR Cars Have A Tear-Off Windshield

    Ever wondered why NASCAR pit crews peel layers off racecar windshields? This practice began in the '90s and is all about keeping vision clear.

    By Nishant Jayaram 1 month ago Read More
  • Georges Monneret on a Vespa before taking the Paris to London trip
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    This 1952 Vespa Sailed Across The English Channel (Yes, Really)

    A French motorcycle racing icon took to the high seas in 1952 to cross the English Channel under the power of a modified Vespa — here's how it happened.

    By Shane Schmid 1 month ago Read More
  • Driving pouring coolant into car engine radiator
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    How Often Should You Change Your Coolant? It's Not Always Every 30,000 Miles

    From IAT to HOAT, different coolant types directly affect your car’s maintenance schedule. Learn how often you really need to change your coolant.

    By Monday Goma 1 month ago Read More
  • Amber's yellow Suzuki GSX8R sportbike next to an orange tent, in the woods
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    You Don't Need An Adventure Motorcycle To Go Motocamping

    Sure, you may not have real camping experience, but if you have a motorcycle--any motorcycle--the world is your oyster.

    By Amber DaSilva 1 month ago Read More
  • 2010 WaterCar Python front three-quarter image
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    At $250,000, Does This 2010 WaterCar Python Float Your Boat?

    Claimed to be one of only two prototypes in the world, today's Python commands both the land and the sea. Does its price tag also commands our attention?

    By Rob Emslie 1 month ago Read More
  • Jim Carrey as Ace Ventura driving his 1970s Chevy Monte Carlo with a broken windshield, leaning out the window while wearing sunglasses
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    Is Driving With A Broken Windshield Illegal?

    Uh-oh, you've got a crack in your windshield. Or a star. Or a chip. Can you drive with a less-than-perfect windshield? How about with no windshield at all?

    By Paul Stadden 1 month ago Read More
  • Hand holding two spark plugs, one clean and one dirty
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    4 Signs It's Time For New Spark Plugs

    Worn spark plugs can really hurt performance and fuel economy. Here's how to tell if it’s time to replace them to keep your engine running smooth.

    By Charles Krome 1 month ago Read More
  • 2001 BMW 330xi front three-quarter iamge
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    At $6,700, Is This 2001 BMW 330xi A Blast-From-The-Past Bargain?

    Refreshingly free of huge dashboard screens, and surefooted on its all-wheel drive, is this a must-have sedan from BMW's halcyon days?

    By Rob Emslie 1 month ago Read More
  • plane lands at atlanta's hartsfield-jackson international airport
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    Attempted Shooting In Atlanta Airport Stopped After Shooter's Family Turns Him In

    Atlanta police arrested Billy Joe Cagle, of Cartersville, Georgia, before he was able to go through with it, likely saving several lives in the process.

    By Collin Woodard 1 month ago Read More
  • Ferrari rear detail
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    Ferrari Just Filed A Patent For Side-Dump Exhausts, Because Hell Yeah

    Side exhausts haven't been seen on a production sports car since the Viper. Is Ferrari preparing to bring them back?

    By Andy Kalmowitz 1 month ago Read More
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