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  • 2025 Ford Mustang GTD front three-quarter view
    29

    Ford Says Owners Shouldn't Drive Their New Mustang GTD For A Month: Here's Why

    Ford says owners should wait 30 days before driving their new Mustang GTDs. While annoying, there's a good reason for this. Here's what to know.

    By Kiran Menon 2 months ago Read More
  • Fixed side steps on a white SUV
    6

    The Pros And Cons Of Power Running Boards For Trucks

    Running boards have come a long way since those 1930s black behemoths. Modern power truck running boards have lots of upsides, but they have downsides, too.

    By Alvin Reyes 2 months ago Read More
  • Vintage Mighty Mouse statue.
    2

    How Chevy's 327 Small Block Earned Its 'Mighty Mouse' Nickname

    The Mighty Mouse made its first appearance in 1942, while Chevy's 327 debuted in 1962. But what exactly do the animated mouse and the V8 engine have in common?

    By Abigail Longstreth 2 months ago Read More
  • Close-up view of the many sipes or slits on the treads of a new tire
    2

    What Are Sipes On A Tire?

    The sipes on your tires play an important role in traction and control. Here's what sipes are, why they matter, and whether siping your tires is worth it.

    By Alvin Reyes 2 months ago Read More
  • A picture of a Scion FR-S engine featuring D-4S technology
    7

    Why Some Engines Have Both Port And Direct Injection

    Port fuel injection and direct injection are similar but distinct systems, so why do some engine designs include both?

    By Harrison Noble 2 months ago Read More
  • Electric vehicle plugged in with a snowy background
    7

    Why Preconditioning Your Electric Car In Winter Is About More Than Just A Warm Cabin

    Preconditioning your EV during the winter can make the cabin more comfortable, but it does more than just that. Here's what to know.

    By Kiran Menon 2 months ago Read More
  • A Megazilla Ford engine on a stand against a white background
    4

    What's The Difference Between Ford's Megazilla And Godzilla V8 Engines?

    Ford's recent Godzilla and Megazilla engines can output some serious power. But they also have some pretty big differences despite their similar names.

    By Shane Schmid 2 months ago Read More
  • A front shot of a dark green R1S driving through a city with high-rise buildings and trees in the background
    26

    Rivian's New Level 2 Hands-Free System Works On Any Road With Lines, Not Just Highways

    The update should be available to Gen 2 R1T and R1S owners before the end of the month.

    By Logan K. Carter 2 months ago Read More
  • A Chevrolet double hump cylinder head mounted to a flow bench for testing.
    9

    How Chevy's Double Hump Heads Shaped Small Block V8 Power

    In 1962, Chevrolet introduced double hump heads on its small-block engines. These helped shape the incredible power of small-block V8s for around 30 years.

    By Ron King 2 months ago Read More
  • Carl Rinsch
    61

    Car Commercial Director Found Guilty Of Scamming Netflix Out Of Millions

    Carl Rinsch has now been convicted of wire fraud, money laundering, and making illegal transactions.

    By Collin Woodard 2 months ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a white Czinger 21C at Laguna Seca
    16

    Czinger Takes Laguna Seca Lap Record Back From Koenigsegg, Who Took It From Czinger Last Month, Who Took It From Koenigsegg Last Year, Who Took It From Czinger Earlier Last Year, Who Took It From McLaren In 2021

    Don't be shocked if Koenigsegg heads back to Laguna Seca to try and beat Czinger again. Hopefully this rivalry stays hot for a long time.

    By Daniel Golson 2 months ago Read More
  • MILL VALLEY, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 28: Victor Sanchez pumps gas into his truck at an Arco gas station on August 28, 2025 in Mill Valley, California. Labor Day gas prices are forecasted to be the lowest since 2020, with the national average price per gallon predicted to be $3.15 per gallon, 14 cents lower than in 2024.
    57

    Trump's CAFE Changes Will Cost Drivers

    We're looking at how lowered emissions regulations could cost car buyers money, as well as the wild sums the Tesla board has raked in and more.

    By Amber DaSilva 2 months ago Read More
  • 2002 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab 4WD front three-quarter image
    46

    At $13,800, Will This 2002 Toyota Tacoma Pick Up Your Spirits?

    What do you think? Is $13,800 a fair price for this well-equipped and oh-so-normal Toyota? Or is that too much to ask, even for such a tarted-up Tacoma?

    By Rob Emslie 2 months ago Read More
  • An image of new brake pads and brake rotors
    22

    Should You Replace Rotors When You Replace Brake Pads?

    If your brake pads are worn down and in need of replacement, you might need to replace your rotors as well. But there are some important items to check first.

    By Chino Ortiz 2 months ago Read More
  • An illustration of a manual, single-clutch transmission with a gear stick.
    2

    What's The Difference Between A Single- And A Dual-Clutch Transmission?

    The obvious answer is the number of clutches. But it goes beyond that, into questions of design and operation that can bring a car almost to being automatic.

    By Eugene Buono 2 months ago Read More
  • Front of a Costco wholesale club
    3

    4 Car Products You Probably Didn't Know You Could Buy At Costco

    Costco is a great place to buy products in bulk, the store also has a large selection of car products. Here are some of the coolest auto products available.

    By B. L. Johnson 2 months ago Read More
  • A picture of a car's head-up display
    14

    Can Windshield Tint Mess With Your Car's Head-Up Display?

    If you are thinking about adding some windshield tint to your new car, should you be worried about whether it will interfere with your new HUD?

    By Harrison Noble 2 months ago Read More
  • A person holding a TPMS sensor
    53

    Should You Replace TPMS Sensors When You Replace Tires?

    A car's tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) is useful, but some people wonder if the sensors need to be replaced when buying new tires. Here's the truth.

    By Chino Ortiz 2 months ago Read More
  • An SUV parked roadside in foggy conditions with trees and grass.
    5

    Is Driving Without Headlights In The Fog Illegal? It All Comes Down To Visibility

    Federal law doesn't mandate fog lights, but the states do take fog seriously. Stiil, is it illegal to drive without your headlights when it's foggy?

    By Marko Mikulic 2 months ago Read More
  • A red Ford Bronco Sport with a Texas license plate driving down a suburban street.
    13

    These U.S. States Still Require A Front License Plate

    Some states no longer require a front license plate, and there are some exemptions to the laws in the many states where they're still mandated.

    By Marko Mikulic 2 months ago Read More
  • Blue Porsche 911 Targa with its rear-mounted engine visible
    12

    Why Porsche Switched From Air-Cooled To Water-Cooled Engines

    Porsche made the move from air-cooled to water-cooled engines for the 911 in 1997. Here's what pushed the German automaker to leave decades of tradition behind.

    By Nishant Jayaram 2 months ago Read More
  • A mechanic pulling out a car fuse with a fuse puller
    4

    Here's How To Check And Replace Car Fuses Yourself

    If there's an electrical component on the fritz in your car or something that's stopped working entirely, one of the first things to check is your fuse box.

    By Chino Ortiz 2 months ago Read More
  • A driver fills the gas tank at the pump.
    18

    These Are The Most Fuel-Efficient Cars Ever Sold In America

    Automotive fuel efficiency has made incredible leaps in recent decades. To showcase this, here are some of the most fuel-efficient cars ever sold in the U.S.

    By Josh West 2 months ago Read More
  • A closeup of the VORTEC logo on the engine cover in a Hummer H2
    2

    The Biggest Differences Between The 5.3 And 6.2 GM Engines

    General Motors made V8s with 5.3-liter and 6.2-liter displacements. While they're under the same brand name, there are a few other key differences between them.

    By Paul Stadden 2 months ago Read More
  • A broken windshield wiper.
    31

    Stop Using WD-40 On Your Wiper Blades. Use This Instead.

    You may have heard that using WD-40 on your windshield wipers is a good way to maintain them, but it's not true. Here's what you should use instead.

    By Ron King 2 months ago Read More
  • Josh's two-tone 2003 Toyota Corolla from Pimp My Ride
    24

    10 Of The Worst Pimp My Ride Cars The Show Ever Produced

    In the '00s, people dreamed of having their car transformed by MTV's "Pimp My Ride," but the pimpification of these bling wagons was more nightmare fuel.

    By Frankie Cruz 2 months ago Read More
  • LA workers painting a street white
    9

    LA's White Painted Streets Actually Serve A Cool Purpose

    Los Angeles has started painting some of its streets white, and there's actually a really cool reason why. Here's what to know about LA's white roads.

    By Shane Schmid 2 months ago Read More
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