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  • 2019 GEM E4 NEV Front Three-Quarter Image
    53

    At $10,500, Would You Rule The Neighborhood In This 2019 GEM E4 NEV?

    No, it's not going to let you get out on the highway, but on suburban streets with a speed limit of less than 35, it could still make you born to be wild.

    By Rob Emslie 2 months ago Read More
  • red car on jack stands
    15

    Ramps Vs. Jack Stands: Which Is Better For Working Under Your Car?

    Jack stands and ramps are two popular tools for DIY auto jobs. However, is one better than the other? Here's how to decide which is right for you.

    By B. L. Johnson 2 months ago Read More
  • Shark fin antenna on a black car
    20

    Why Car Antennas Keep Changing Shape (And It's Not Just For Style)

    The humble radio antenna has become more of a design feature in recent years, but sometimes the shape is dictated by function, as well as form.

    By Kiran Menon 2 months ago Read More
  • 2025 Buick Enclave Sport Touring parked on a paved surface with a body of water in the background
    2

    How Reliable Is The 2025 Buick Enclave? Here's What Consumer Reports Says

    The third-generation Buick Enclave was only introduced in 2025, but Consumer Reports has already passed its verdict on the SUV's reliability.

    By Monday Goma 2 months ago Read More
  • The frame of a kit car being assembled by two people
    10

    The Nickel And Dime Parts That Can Blow Up Your Kit Car Budget 

    Building your own kit car can be a dream come true, but it can also be far more expensive than you realize. Here are some parts that might eat into your budget.

    By Benjamin Gracias 2 months ago Read More
  • A black Mercedes driving through the snowy mountains and valleys of Iceland.
    3

    How Iceland Built A Car Culture At The Edge Of The Arctic

    Iceland is a large country with rough terrain, but it's managed to cultivate an extensive culture filled with automotive enthusiasts and unique races.

    By Max Larsen 2 months ago Read More
  • A mechanic holding an old spark plug
    37

    Do Spark Plugs Need Anti-Seize Lubricant?

    Do you put a little anti-seize lubricant on your spark plugs before you torque them up? It's a widely used trick, but is it really necessary?

    By Alvin Reyes 2 months ago Read More
  • The logo of the automaker Geely on the facade of the dealership. Geely is a growing and powerful auto brand
    41

    Ford And Geely Want To Work Together On Manufacturing And Tech

    We're looking at the possibility of a deal between Ford and Geely, as well as American dealers' resistance to Chinese cars and more.

    By Amber DaSilva 2 months ago Read More
  • Buick GNX and Envista
    90

    Buick's New GNX Video Reminds Everyone Of When It Used To Be Cool To Disastrous Results

    It's hard to find anyone who is really positive about the video, which is a shame, because the idea itself is a cool one.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 2 months ago Read More
  • 1987 Toyota Cressida front three-quarter image
    76

    At $9,450, Would You Be Proud To Own This 1987 Toyota Cressida?

    The seller of today's Toyota claims it offers "Pride of Ownership." Whatever that means, it's got to be better than shame of ownership or buyer's remorse.

    By Rob Emslie 2 months ago Read More
  • A 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu on display on a city street.
    42

    What Made The Chevy Powerglide Transmission So Special?

    Chevrolet's Powerglide transmission hasn't been made in over half a century, but drag racers still love and use it. Here's why it's still around.

    By Ron King 2 months ago Read More
  • Fragment of a diesel motor close-up.
    10

    Long- Vs Short-Stroke Engines: What Are The Differences?

    Bore and stroke are important measurements when it comes to calculating an engines displacement, and the kind of performance an engine offers.

    By Rohaan Sakrani 2 months ago Read More
  • A Chevrolet Corvette Z06 GT3.R race car at the 2025 GTD PRO Championships at Petit Le Mans
    2

    When Did Chevy Start Factory Racing With A Corvette?

    Corvettes first raced in 1960 in Le Mans, but the brand didn't start sponsoring a team juntil decades later. There were lots of reasons for that.

    By Charles Krome 2 months ago Read More
  • A hand inserting a CD into an in-car CD player
    78

    Automakers Phased Out The CD Player From New Cars (And It's Not Hard To Guess Why)

    The last new cars sold in the U.S. with CD players have been made, and there are a number of reasons why that feature is dead. They start with you.

    By Danillo Almeida 2 months ago Read More
  • A GM Muncie four speed manual transmission with the side being removed by a man at a metal workbench
    13

    What's The Difference Between The Muncie M20, M21, And M22 Transmissions?

    Gearheads talk of the Muncie Corvette transmissions, but what are the differences between them? And why are some more desirable than others?

    By Paul Stadden 2 months ago Read More
  • A red Honda S600 convertible sports car parked at the Los Angeles Auto Show
    6

    How Honda's S600 Sports Car Reached 9,500 RPM With Nearly Zero Oil Pressure

    Honda's tiny S600 sports car had a free-spinning 606cc engine that reached 9,500 rpm, but how could it manage that with almost no oil pressure?

    By Paul Stadden 2 months ago Read More
  • Silver 1970 Buick GS 455 coupe left front three-quarter view seen at an outdoor car show
    46

    10 Of The Greatest 'Coke Bottle' Style Muscle Cars Of All Time

    Coke-bottle styling originated with a manufacturer known for stodginess, but the design language went on to adorn some of the world's most beautiful cars.

    By Michael Sullivan 2 months ago Read More
  • Opel Ecotec engine with logo on the cover
    28

    What Ecotec Means On GM Engines

    Ever seen the Ecotec logo under a General Motors car's hood and wondered what it's all about? We've done the research so you don't have to.

    By Chloe Clougher 2 months ago Read More
  • The rear window louvers on a blue 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1, viewed from above.
    31

    Why Window Louvers Were A Big Deal On Muscle Cars (And Aren't Anymore)

    Window louvers were an iconic design element of classic muscle cars. But they also served practical purposes beyond looking exceptionally stylish.

    By Eugene Buono 2 months ago Read More
  • Jaron Nelson's turbocharged Ford 300 inline-six with a custom GM LS head and turbocharger in his 1935 Chevrolet
    6

    Yes, You Can Put LS Heads On A Ford 300 Inline-6, But It's Not Gonna Be Easy

    Putting LS heads on a Ford 300 inline-6 requires some machining and lots of custom parts. Still some hardy souls have gone ahead and done it.

    By Paul Stadden 2 months ago Read More
  • Police searching the trunk of a car
    26

    Weed Spilled In Your Car Doesn't Violate Open Container Laws, California Court Rules

    The Supreme Court of California has weighed in on whether "crumbs" of weed are the same as open alcohol, and whether they justify a probable cause search.

    By Collin Woodard 2 months ago Read More
  • 1960 rare Jensen 541R classic car, one of only 193 built
    18

    8 Rare British Sports Cars With Killer Good Looks

    The British were once known for making great sports cars. Some are well-known, but you might be unfamiliar with a few on our list — and they’re all gorgeous.

    By Ivo Gievski 2 months ago Read More
  • 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL front three-quarter image
    105

    At $9,900, Would You Class Up The Joint In This 1986 Mercedes 560 SL?

    Like its pagoda-roofed predecessors, today's R107 is a model on the rise. Let's see if we like where this classy convertible is presently priced.

    By Rob Emslie 2 months ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 of 1949 Buick Roadmaster at modern car show
    3

    Why Some Classic Buicks Have Three Portholes And Others Have Four

    The 1949 Buick Roadmaster was the very first Buick to feature Ventiports, whose design evolved over the years. But what did the number of portholes signify?

    By Charles Krome 2 months ago Read More
  • A closeup shot of ball bearings in a pile on a blue background
    7

    Ceramic Vs Steel Bearings: What's The Difference And Why It Matters

    Bearings can use steel or ceramic balls, but that begs the obvious question: which is better? Should you stick with conventional steel or more modern ceramic?

    By Rohaan Sakrani 2 months ago Read More
  • A vintage red dragster accelerates from the starting line
    5

    Before Tire Companies Made Tires For Drag Racing, Drag Racers Had To Get Creative

    Before there were specific drag-racing tires, drivers and engineers had to make do with what they had, leading to some pretty creative - but flawed - solutions.

    By Paul Stadden 2 months ago Read More
  • Front shot of a 2007 Mazdaspeed6
    27

    The MazdaSpeed 6 Was An AWD 274-Horsepower Subaru Fighter. It's Also Horribly Unreliable.

    It had impressive performance for a sedan in its era, but the pumped-up Mazdaspeed6 has lots of reliability issues that could be expensive to repair.

    By Chloe Clougher 2 months ago Read More
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