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  • A closeup image of a car's tachometer
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    What's An Italian Tune-Up And Can It Damage Your Engine?

    Many gearheads recommend performing something called an Italian tune-up to keep your car in good condition. Here's what that means and whether or not it works.

    By Nishant Jayaram 2 months ago Read More
  • SuperfastMatt's off-road Dodge Viper red
    9

    Turns Out, There Are Some Downsides To Off-Roading A Dodge Viper

    Even by Dodge standards, early Vipers were a master class in corner-cutting, which isn't ideal when off-roading.

    By Collin Woodard 2 months ago Read More
  • A mechanic installing an alternator.
    3

    What Lifetime Warranties On Car Parts Usually Cover (And What We'd Double-Check)

    The lifetime warranty on that new car part sounds sweet. There are limits to what those warranties cover, though, and they may not cover your biggest costs.

    By Chloe Clougher 2 months ago Read More
  • Abandoned and foreclosed homes on Hendry Street in Boston, Massachusetts.
    138

    Subprime Auto Loan Delinquency Is Only Getting Worse

    We're looking at how many car owners are behind on their loans, as well as the latest steps towards enacting a U.S./EU trade deal.

    By Amber DaSilva 2 months ago Read More
  • 2018 Porsche Macan front three-quarter image
    73

    At $18,900, Will This 2018 Porsche Macan Make Do?

    Does base trim with a few choice options make this Macan a no-brainer buy?

    By Rob Emslie 2 months ago Read More
  • Two motorcyclists ride along a winding mountain road.
    32

    5 Motorcycle Etiquette Rules That Separate Newbies From Pros

    You've got that shiny new motorcycle, and you really, really want to seem like a biking pro. Here's how to act to look like you've been riding forever.

    By Peris Nganga 2 months ago Read More
  • A student wears a TradeWear garment while looking under the hood of a car
    17

    NAPA Auto Parts Did A Free Clothing Line With Dickies And It Was So Cool It Instantly Sold Out Twice

    NAPA didn't plan to make money on the clothes and, over the course of two giveaways, appears to have immediately exhausted the run of 1,100 items.

    By Matthew DeBord 2 months ago Read More
  • Man using spray foam cleaner on fabric car seats.
    4

    Can You Safely Use Carpet Cleaner On Car Seats?

    In a pinch and thinking about using carpet cleaner on your car seats? Not a terrible idea, but there are a few things you should know before you spray away.

    By Alvin Reyes 2 months ago Read More
  • the front of a little caesars pizza restaurant on a sunny day
    67

    Florida Woman Hot And Ready For Jail After Driving 107 MPH For Little Caesars

    There are certainly better dining options worth ending up in jail over.

    By Erin Marquis 2 months ago Read More
  • BMW 700 front end with a lady standing behind an opened driver's door
    11

    11 Unique Rear-Engine Cars That Stood The Test Of Time

    Back in the day, there were numerous rear-engine cars that really stood out for their unique features -- and influenced the automobile industry in the process.

    By Ivo Gievski 2 months ago Read More
  • Three McLaren supercars driving down a highway during the company's 'Streets of Endurance' US road trip.
    25

    McLaren Plans Performance SUV To Cap Lineup Expansion

    Can a performance SUV do for McLaren's fortunes what it did for Porsche, Lamborghini, and others?

    By Ryan Erik King 2 months ago Read More
  • 1972 Alfa Romeo GTV at speed image
    83

    At $50,500, Would You Tell This Restored 1972 Alfa Romeo 2000 GTV To GTFO?

    What's your take on this GTV and that asking? Would you expect to pay that much if you were in the market for such a car?

    By Rob Emslie 2 months ago Read More
  • A sprayer being used to clean the dashboard
    4

    Never Use These Glass Cleaners Anywhere Near Your Car's Dash

    It may be tempting to use a bottle of glass cleaner on your car's dashboard. However, doing so can cause damage. Here's why that is and what to use instead.

    By Chino Ortiz 2 months ago Read More
  • Stacks of Kirkland Signature synthetic motor oils at a Costco wholesale store
    12

    Mobil 1 Vs Kirkland Signature: How Do The Motor Oils You Can Buy At Costco Compare?

    Mobil 1 and Kirkland Signature motor oils can both be purchased at Costco stores. How do the two brands compare, and which one is better overall?

    By Alvin Reyes 2 months ago Read More
  • A car on wheel ramps with a person working underneath
    24

    Someone Torture-Tested Drive-Up Ramps So You Don't Have Learn The Hard Way

    Drive-up car ramps can be a great alternative to expensive lifts and jacks. One YouTuber stress-tested 11 different car ramps, and the results were surprising.

    By Shane Schmid 2 months ago Read More
  • Chevrolet used the 307 cubic-inch small-block in a number of models, including this 4-door Bel Air, starting in 1968.
    15

    Chevy 307 Vs. Oldsmobile 307: How Are They Different?

    Despite being under the same General Motors umbrella, Chevy and Oldsmobile developed their own versions of the 307. How are these two versions different?

    By Ron King 2 months ago Read More
  • HAWTHORNE, CA - DECEMBER 18: An attendee operates a Boring Co. flamethrower at the company's photo booth during an unveiling event for The Boring Company Hawthorne test tunnel December 18, 2018 in Hawthorne, California. On Tuesday night, The Boring Company will officially open the Hawthorne tunnel, a preview of Elon Musk's larger vision to ease traffic in Los Angeles.
    47

    Elon Musk's Boring Company Fined Almost $500,000 For Dumping Fluids Into Manholes And Lying About It

    Boring Company employees have allegedly received burns from exposed skin coming into direct contact with these chemicals.

    By Logan K. Carter 2 months ago Read More
  • UTVs driving on a road in Moab, Utah.
    6

    Can You Make A Side-By-Side Street Legal?

    You can legally drive side-by-sides on the road in some states, but not in their stock form. Here's how to make a UTV legal for street use.

    By Shane Schmid 2 months ago Read More
  • Aidol humanoid robot launch video
    15

    Somehow Russia Made An Even Worse Robot Than Elon Musk (Allegedly)

    Let's all just point and laugh at the bad Russian robot falling flat on its face.

    By Collin Woodard 2 months ago Read More
  • A semi truck spewing thick black diesel exhaust as it goes down the road
    51

    Trump Pardons Diesel Tuner Convicted Of Violating The Clean Air Act

    Troy Lake served seven months in prison for disabling emission control devices in at least 344 heavy-duty commercial trucks.

    By Justin Hughes 2 months ago Read More
  • A private car collection
    30

    10 Of The Largest Private Car Collections In The World

    From Ralph Lauren to the Sultan of Brunei, these are the largest private car collections in the world, boasting Rolls Royces, Ferraris, and countless others.

    By Andrew Ekuwem 2 months ago Read More
  • Cans of WD-40 on supermarket shelves
    13

    Is WD-40 Safe On Car Paint?

    WD-40 is incredibly useful in the automotive world, but how safe is it to use on car paint? Can it really help you treat scratches and remove paint transfer?

    By Alvin Reyes 2 months ago Read More
  • A closeup of the
    6

    Five Of The Most Powerful Chevy Small Block Engines Ever Made

    Chevrolet has put out some powerful engines over the years. In particular, there are five Chevy small-blocks that were the most powerful of their time.

    By Paul Stadden 2 months ago Read More
  • A driver in a De Dion-Bouton car with no windshield wipers in a race during the rain.
    3

    Before Windshield Wipers, Driving In The Rain Was Chaos

    It seems like windshield wipers have been around forever, but they weren't standard for decades. Meanwhile, drivers had inventive ways to fight the rain.

    By Paul Stadden 2 months ago Read More
  • Rear 3/4 view of a Baja build Audi A5
    5

    This LS-Swapped Audi A5 Baja Build Might Be The Funniest Car I've Seen In Beverly Hills

    Can I get a "hell yeah, brother" in the chat?

    By Daniel Golson 2 months ago Read More
  • A person holding a white cabin air filter in front of an open car glovebox.
    7

    Here's How Often A Cabin Air Filter Needs To Be Changed (And How To Know When It's Time)

    A dirty cabin air filter can do a lot to decrease your comfort. Here's when you should worry about replacing it, as well as how often it needs to be checked.

    By Nishant Jayaram 2 months ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a snow-covered Mercedes-Benz GLB in a wind tunnel
    12

    Mercedes-Benz's Cold Wind Tunnel Simulates Blizzards To Make Sure The Electric GLB Will Warm You Up Quicker Than A Gas Car

    My favorite bit? The standard panoramic sunroof can be had with ambient lighting that illuminates dozens of three-pointed stars in the glass.

    By Daniel Golson 2 months ago Read More
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