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  • a person removing a valve stem cap from a tire's valve stem
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    Replacing Your Valve Stems May Be More Important Than You Think

    Your tires' valve stems are vital for maintaining proper air pressure. However, they don't last forever. Here's how to know when you need to replace them.

    By Charles Krome 2 months ago Read More
  • Cars racing in the NASCAR Cup Series
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    Why NASCAR Got Rid Of Rookie Stripes

    Rookie Stripes were once a rite of passage for NASCAR rookies and a cautionary tale for other drivers, but the stripes have since been phased out.

    By Abigail Longstreth 2 months ago Read More
  • NSU Wankel-Spider, the first car sold with a rotary engine
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    Do You Have To Premix Gas And Oil For A Rotary Engine?

    Rotary engines often require unique forms of maintenance, and sometimes, that means premixing oil and gas. Here's how to know if your car needs this service.

    By Charles Krome 2 months ago Read More
  • Battery mounted in fender well of a Chrysler
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    Of All The Places To Put Car Batteries, This Might Be The Worst

    Being able to change the battery in your car should be one of the easiest maintenance tasks to do, but some modern cars seemingly try to hide the battery.

    By B. L. Johnson 2 months ago Read More
  • All classic Bugs, including this 1949 model, have air-cooled engines in the rear
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    How The Air Cooled Beetle Used Exhaust Gas To Heat Its Cabin

    The classic Volkswagen Beetle used a surprising method to heat its cabin, but it led to drivers using it incorrectly and thinking it didn't work.

    By Charles Krome 2 months ago Read More
  • Gas station in USA
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    The Cheapest And Most Expensive States To Buy Gas In America

    Gas prices are always a popular subject, and for good reason, because it can get expensive. However, prices per gallon are different in every state.

    By Benjamin Gracias 2 months ago Read More
  • The modern Ford logo on the emblem of a Ford Ranger tail gate.
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    How Ford's Logo Changed Over Time (And Why The Blue Oval Stuck)

    The evolution of Ford's blue oval was long, sometimes bizarre, and ultimately cemented by the company's refusal to change with trends of the time.

    By Greg Poggiali 2 months ago Read More
  • Mechanic loosening the oil drain plug to drain the engine oil
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    Why Car Makers Switched To Single-Use Oil Drain Plugs

    The controversial switch to plastic oil drain pans has also heralded the arrival of single-use oil drain plugs made of the same plastic as the drain pans.

    By Alvin Reyes 2 months ago Read More
  • A collection of h-pipe and x-pipe dual exhaust crossovers on a table
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    H-Pipe Vs X-Pipe: Which One Usually Delivers The Bigger Performance Gain?

    Both X-pipes and H-pipes can boost performance levels for dual-exhaust cars. Here's the one you can generally expect to provide greater horsepower gains.

    By Richard Sachek 2 months ago Read More
  • A man buckling a child into a rear-facing car seat in the back of a minivan
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    3 Common Mistakes That Put Kids At Risk In Car Crashes According To IIHS

    The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety knows some simple ways to keep your kids safe in the car if there's a crash. They have some other tips, too.

    By Logan K. Carter 2 months ago Read More
  • A person torquing a car's wheel
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    Torquing Your Wheels Is Crucial, But Where Do You Actually Find The Spec?

    Proper wheel torque is essential to prevent damage and keep your ride safe. However, where exactly do you find torque specs? Here's what you need to know.

    By Chino Ortiz 2 months ago Read More
  • Man cleaning the engine bay using a degreaser
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    Engine Degreasers Explained: What's In Them And How They Work

    There are a few different solutions you can use to remove sludge and other contaminants from your car's engine, but soapy water should not be one of them.

    By Alvin Reyes 2 months ago Read More
  • A gloved technician holds a car's alternator on a table with a second alternator resting in the background
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    Why Did Car Manufacturers Switch From Generators To Alternators?

    Have you ever wondered what made car manufacturers decide to go from dynamos to alternators for generating electricity? It's a mix of reliability and cost.

    By Paul Stadden 2 months ago Read More
  • Oil stains under the front of a car
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    The Most Common Causes Of Car Oil Leaks: Explained

    Oil is the lifeblood of your vehicle's engine, and that's why leaks aren't something that should be ignored. Here are the most common causes.

    By Alvin Reyes 2 months ago Read More
  • Peter Miles rides shotgun in a 2021 Ford GT Heritage Edition
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    Where Is Ken Miles' Son Now? The Story After Ford V Ferrari

    Peter Miles is on screen in "Ford V Ferrari" and saw his father die in the crash the film depicts. In the years since, he's built his own car-world career.

    By Chloe Clougher 2 months ago Read More
  • A man pointing toward an inverted motorcycle fork
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    Are Inverted Motorcycle Forks Just For Looks, Or Actually Better?

    Inverted forks, aka "upside-down" forks, look cooler than conventional telescopic forks, and certainly they cost more. But do they justify their price?

    By UmmeAimon Shabbir 2 months ago Read More
  • Piano black plastic is found even inside high-end rides like this Audi Q5
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    Your Car's Cabin Is A Hotspot For Microplastics

    Seems like tiny bits of plastic are everywhere these days, but a vehicle's interior is a particular nest of them. And are they good for you? No, they are not.

    By Charles Krome 2 months ago Read More
  • Cars racing at the Indy 500 in 2025, seen on track.
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    Forget The Great Books, Now You Can Study The Motorsports Business At This College

    Northwood University in Michigan is adding a motorsports workshop to its catalog, and next fall, an entire class on "Fundamentals of Motorsports" will go live.

    By Matthew DeBord 2 months ago Read More
  • The Aerovette concept seen in full side-view.
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    The Best-Looking Corvette Of All Time Never Made It Out Of The Concept Stage And Had A Rotary Engine

    Two great tastes that could have gone great together.

    By Matthew DeBord 2 months ago Read More
  • esla CEO Elon Musk speaks alongside U.S. President Donald Trump to reporters in the Oval Office of the White House on May 30, 2025 in Washington, DC.
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    Elon Musk, Tesla, Don't Want Trump To Mess Up Vehicle Emission Standards

    In today's Morning Shift; Tesla is worried Trump is going to mess up vehicle emissions standards, Volkswagen is cutting EV production at its German factories.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 2 months ago Read More
  • 1987 Lamborghini Countach replica front-end image
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    At $45,000, Would You Fake It Until You Make It In This 1987 Lamborghini Countach Replica?

    With real Lamborghini Countachs crossing the auction blocks at over $500,000, it makes sense to get the juice without the pulp in a replica.

    By Rob Emslie 2 months ago Read More
  • Minnesota Governor Tim Walz
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    Governor Tim Walz Is A DIY Guy, Replaces Friend's Car Door Himself

    It's refreshing to see a government official help a friend save money by doing the job himself.

    By Justin Hughes 2 months ago Read More
  • Cadillac Escalade IQL
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    Hoping Cars Would Get Lighter Again? Too Freaking Bad, Tariffs Are Killing That Dream

    High tariff costs and the President's deregulation push might have the effect of causing automakers to de-emphasize weight savings in the name of cost savings

    By Andy Kalmowitz 2 months ago Read More
  • 2004 Nissan Quest front three-quarter
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    Take A Minute To Appreciate The 2004 Nissan Quest With Me

    The third-generation Nissan Quest was proudly different and a little weird, and at the time, we didn't appreciate that enough.

    By Collin Woodard 2 months ago Read More
  • The Forza Horizon 6 logo, shown over Mount Fuji
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    'Forza Horizon 6' Is Finally Going To Japan

    The sixth iteration in the "Forza Horizon" series will be out in 2026.

    By Amber DaSilva 2 months ago Read More
  • Cars are loaded onto the car carrier ship Polaris Liberty at the automotive terminal on August 11, 2025 in Bremerhaven, Germany.
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    President Trump Lowers Tariffs On European-Built Cars To 15%, But It's Still Going To Cost You

    The U.S. cuts tariffs on vehicles made in Europe to 15%, Britain is considering propping up auto suppliers as Jaguar-Land Rover struggles to come back online.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 2 months ago Read More
  • 2018 Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo rear view
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    At $88,777, Would You Go On Tour In This 2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo Sport Turismo?

    Porsche discontinued its wagon-esque Panamera, but does that only make this used example all the more appealing?

    By Rob Emslie 2 months ago Read More
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