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  • A mechanic holding a piston with gloved hands
    8

    Are Aluminum Pistons Better Than Cast Iron? Here's What You Need To Know

    Aluminum pistons are used in numerous vehicles over cast iron pistons. But are aluminum pistons really better, or can cast iron come out on top?

    By Shane Schmid 2 months ago Read More
  • An exterior view of a Costco wholesale tire center store
    7

    Costco Vs. Sam's Club Tires: Which Retailer Has The Best Deals

    Costco and Sam's Club both offer memberships that allow buyers to shop for a variety of items, including tires. But which retailer has the best deals?

    By Alvin Reyes 2 months ago Read More
  • 30-car pileup on I-70 in Colorado
    30

    20-Car And 30-Car Pileups In Colorado 15 Minutes Apart Mean Winter Is Officially Here, Whether You Like It Or Not

    Officially, winter doesn't begin until December 21 this year. But as a freshman discovering weed for the first time might ask, what even is winter, really, man?

    By Collin Woodard 2 months ago Read More
  • A Volvo XC90 Black edition exterior
    5

    How Good Are Volvo's Built-In Booster Seats? Here's What Parents Say

    Volvo's built-in booster seats have been available on some models in the United States since the 1990s. Parents have plenty to say about them.

    By Shane Schmid 2 months ago Read More
  • Goodyear Blimp floats.
    7

    Every Tire Brand Owned By Goodyear

    Goodyear is a whole lot bigger than the blimp — across all its brands, this conglomerate has grown into one of the biggest tire manufacturers in the world.

    By Max Larsen 2 months ago Read More
  • The Monroney sticker on a 2025 Nissan Ariya electric car shows its price, including destination charges
    13

    Do Car Buyers Still Pay Destination Charges If They Live Near The Factory?

    Automakers say destination charges cover the cost of getting cars to customers. So if you live next to the factory, does your destination fee drop to zero?

    By Alvin Reyes 2 months ago Read More
  • A street-parked McLaren Sabre and Bugatti Mistral
    23

    Which Super Rare Street-Parked Hypercar Are You Taking?

    You really never know what kinds of cars you're going to spot in Beverly Hills.

    By Daniel Golson 2 months ago Read More
  • A close-up of Ayrton Senna with his helmet on
    0

    Ayrton Senna's Secret IndyCar Test With Penske Was Closer To Greatness Than Anyone Realized

    Formula 1 champ Senna had lots of reasons to give IndyCar racing a whirl at the end of the 1992 season. The results spark questions about what might have been.

    By Jackson Lambros 2 months ago Read More
  • A clean torque tube sitting on a work bench.
    18

    What A Corvette's Torque Tube Actually Does, And Why It Matters

    The term "torque tube" sounds exotic, as though Corvettes are somehow sliding torque all through the car. The truth is more mundane, but still crucial.

    By Chad Kirchner 2 months ago Read More
  • the New York State DMV is seen on April 28, 2025 in New York City.
    41

    How An International Con Artist Managed To Get A New York Driver's License

    The fugitive obtained a New York driver's license last year under the name David Beckham Adam.

    By Ryan Erik King 2 months ago Read More
  • DEARBORN, MICHIGAN - APRIL 11: The new Ford F-150 truck goes through the assembly line at the Ford Dearborn Plant on April 11, 2024 in Dearborn, Michigan. Both the new F-150 and the all-new Ford Ranger trucks were launched today at a celebratory event at the Dearborn plant.
    53

    Automakers Are Investing In AI, But No One's Seeing Any Benefit Yet

    We're looking at automakers' enthusiasm for unproven AI, as well as the one nation on Earth that still likes Tesla and more.

    By Amber DaSilva 2 months ago Read More
  • 2002 Buick Regal GS Joseph Abboud edition front three-quarter image
    49

    At $8,500, Might You Have Designs On This Designer Edition 2002 Buick Regal GS?

    Someone really, really babied this Buick.

    By Rob Emslie 2 months ago Read More
  • White 2025 Subaru Forester Sport on blacktop road in woods
    8

    These Are The Most Reliable Crossovers, According To Consumer Reports

    Crossovers are versatile, efficient, and popular, and Consumer Reports' 2025 reliability survey named these models the most reliable crossovers out there.

    By Monday Goma 2 months ago Read More
  • The Audi R8 V10 FSI engine underneath of the rear window
    4

    The Pros & Cons Of 10 Cylinder Engines

    The 10-cylinder engine falls between the V8 and V12, giving it advantages and disadvantages compared to each. But there's one key way in which it stands alone.

    By Paul Stadden 2 months ago Read More
  • 1956 Chevy Bel Air parked at car show
    17

    The 5 Unwritten Rules Of Car Show Etiquette

    Visiting a car show can be an extremely fun experience, but there are some rules you should follow. These are the car show etiquette guidelines to know.

    By B. L. Johnson 2 months ago Read More
  • A hand pointing to a sticky and dirty dashboard
    2

    How To Make Your Grimy Car Dashboard Clean And Shiny Again

    A disgusting, grimy car dashboard is not pleasant to look at or touch. Fortunately, there are ways to restore your dash to its former glory. Here's how.

    By Chino Ortiz 2 months ago Read More
  • A convoy of trucks on Interstate 5
    19

    Truckers Say These Are The Best (And Worst) Highways In The U.S.

    Truckers spend a lot of time behind the wheel, so they know a bad road when they see one. These are the U.S. highways that truckers say are the best and worst.

    By Andrew Ekuwem 2 months ago Read More
  • A LT2 6.2-liter V8 engine in the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
    1

    What's The Difference Between The Chevy LT1 And LT2 Engines?

    Chevy's LT1 engine was introduced in the seventh-gen Corvette, and the LT2 was introduced in the next. Check out the differences that make them stand out.

    By Charles Krome 2 months ago Read More
  • Man applying wax on the hood of a black car.
    4

    Here's How Often You Should Wax Your Car For Best Results

    Are you waxing your car as often as you should? The answer depends on factors like the type of wax you use and whether your car is exposed to harsh weather.

    By Alvin Reyes 2 months ago Read More
  • A 2026 Mazda 3 hatchback viewed from the rear
    10

    Why New Mazda 3s Still Have A Torsion Beam Rear Suspension

    Older Mazda 3 generations used a multi-link suspension. Today, however, you might find that newer models use a simpler torsion beam suspension instead.

    By Alvin Reyes 2 months ago Read More
  • A person measuring lug nut patterns with a measuring tape
    2

    How To Measure Lug Nut Patterns

    Lug nut patterns are important to keep track of if you want to fit a new tire on your wheels. There are a few different ways you can measure them.

    By Chino Ortiz 2 months ago Read More
  • The Bugatti Tourbillon V16 engine against a black background
    2

    The Pros & Cons Of 16 Cylinder Engines

    Engines with 16 cylinders are pretty rare. To help you understand why these engines aren't more common, here are the pros and cons of a 16-cylinder motor.

    By Paul Stadden 2 months ago Read More
  • The 1953 Chevrolet Corvette at General Motors' Motorama car show
    6

    GM Nearly Shut Down The Corvette Program, And Ford May Have Accidentally Saved It

    With all the hoopla that surrounds the Chevy Corvette these days, it's hard to remember the days seven decades ago when it was an endangered species.

    By Paul Stadden 2 months ago Read More
  • A mechanic holding up a worn-out spark plug from a car engine
    9

    The Spark Plug Myths You Need To Stop Falling For

    Spark plugs are essential components for gas engines. However, these parts are often misunderstood. Here are the top spark plug myths that deserve to die.

    By Alvin Reyes 2 months ago Read More
  • An old VW bug with multiple stickers on the rear window.
    4

    This Is The Best Way To Remove Stickers From Car Windows

    As necessary as they sometimes are, stickers can be annoying, especially the ones that refuse to come off cleanly or leave stubborn residue behind.

    By Alvin Reyes 2 months ago Read More
  • A blue classic Mustang with a shiny chrome front bumper
    3

    How To Polish Your Car's Stainless Steel Trim And Make It Shine

    Stainless steel trim on a classic car looks great, so long as you can keep it shining. Here are some tips that you can follow to keep it looking its best.

    By Harrison Noble 2 months ago Read More
  • An aerial view of the BFGoodrich factory in Akron, Ohio
    2

    North America's First Tire Factory Didn't Make Car Tires At First

    BFGoodrich made history by creating North America's first tire factory in Akron, Ohio. However, it originally didn't manufacture car tires at all.

    By Chino Ortiz 2 months ago Read More
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