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  • A 2024 Audi RS 3 Sportback in green on display
    55

    Why 5-Cylinder Engines Are So Rare

    Five-cylinder engines can still be found today, particularly on Audi vehicles, but you won't find many automakers going out of their way to manufacture them.

    By Shane Schmid 2 months ago Read More
  • 2026 Toyota Tundra pulling an Airstream trailer
    19

    What's The Difference Between A Factory-Installed And An Aftermarket Tow Hitch?

    When comes to tow hitches, you can generally choose between a factory install and an aftermarket part. These are the differences between the two options.

    By Shane Schmid 2 months ago Read More
  • Cleaning a carburetor
    9

    How To Clean A Carburetor, With Or Without Removing It

    On older vehicles and smaller engines, the carburetor controls the mixture of fuel and air that reaches the engine. Here's how to keep it clean.

    By Derek Fleming 2 months ago Read More
  • The exterior of Lemay America's Car Museum in Tacoma, Washington.
    66

    10 Top-Rated Car Museums To Visit In The US

    There's a very long list of automotive museums in America, but they can't all be the best. Here are 10 car museums that are definitely worth a visit.

    By Andrew Ekuwem 2 months ago Read More
  • 2027 Mercedes-Benz S-Class front 3/4 view
    38

    2027 Mercedes-Benz S-Class's Star Literally Shines Brighter With More In-Your-Face Looks And A Massive Screen Inside

    The S-Class has always been a fairly understated car, but that's changing with W223's facelift.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 2 months ago Read More
  • Tesla 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. Musk, who served as an adviser to Trump and led the Department of Government Efficiency, announced he would leave his role in the Trump administration to refocus on his businesses.
    116

    Tesla Pumps $2 Billion Into xAI

    We're looking at Elon Musk funding one company with another, and the Hyundai Santa Cruz's upcoming exit from this mortal coil and more.

    By Amber DaSilva 2 months ago Read More
  • A screenshot from the video showing the Bronco Sport seat as it accelerates to 30 mph with the dummy contorted
    5

    IIHS Unveils New Whiplash Prevention Test That Simulates Getting Rear-Ended At 30 MPH, Rear Head Restraints Remain Untested

    The IIHS has brought back an old whiplash prevention test, evaluating seats from a few popular small SUVs with even higher speeds than before.

    By Logan K. Carter 2 months ago Read More
  • Used vehicle being pushed by a mechanic in a workshop
    46

    How Old Is Too Old For Tires? When It's Time To Replace Them

    Do tires ever need replacing before the tread wears out? And how will you know when the time is right to swap your rubber for a fresh set?

    By Nishant Jayaram 2 months ago Read More
  • A green 1971 AMC Javelin AMX CoupĂ© at a car show.
    44

    7 Underrated AMC Cars That Time Forgot (But We Didn't)

    AMC is often an afterthought when people are considering cars of the past, but it shouldn't be. Here are seven AMC cars that don't get the respect they deserve.

    By Ivo Gievski 2 months ago Read More
  • The 390 badge on the hood scoop of a red Ford Mustang
    13

    Battle Of The Ignored Engines, The Chrysler 383 Vs The Ford 390 FE

    These two engines were once considered pretty nondescript, but now they're desirable classics. But which of these zero-to-hero mills is best?

    By Paul Stadden 2 months ago Read More
  • goonzquad chrysler pacifica hellcat v8 swap
    26

    Hellcat Pacifica? Oh, Hell Yeah!

    These YouTubers already plan to take what they learned with this one and build a second Hellcat-swapped Pacifica that's even better.

    By Collin Woodard 2 months ago Read More
  • An picture of Dover, New Hampshire
    62

    This Is The Only State That Doesn't Require Car Insurance

    Auto insurance is a legal requirement in virtually every U.S. state. However, there is one state that doesn't require drivers to purchase a policy.

    By Shane Schmid 2 months ago Read More
  • Genesis X Skorpio front 3/4 view
    21

    1,110-HP Genesis X Skorpio Concept Is A V8-Powered Off-Road Coupe That Should Take On Dakar, And Genesis Will Sell You One [Update]

    Genesis has been on a hell of a hot streak with road cars lately, and now it's turning its attention to the sand, and the results seem rather extraordinary.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 2 months ago Read More
  • Mary Barra speaks onstage during WSJ's Future of Everything 2025 at The Glasshouse on May 28, 2025 in New York City.
    165

    GM CEO 'Can't Explain Why' Canada Would Welcome Chinese EVs

    The lure of cheap EVs leaves Mary Barra scratching her head.

    By Amber DaSilva 2 months ago Read More
  • A car interior with a finger about to press the push button start
    41

    Congress Votes Not To Repeal Mandatory Kill Switch That Isn't Really A Kill Switch

    Putting devices in cars to stop drunk drivers is one step closer to a reality, now that a proposed repeal of funding has failed in congress.

    By Justin Hughes 2 months ago Read More
  • Car brake rotor and caliper in a workshop with the wheel removed
    16

    Why Your Brake Caliper Might Be Sticking And What To Do About It

    If you find one of your brakes is sticking, there could be any number of reasons why. We take a look to see what the causes might be, and what to do about them.

    By Kiran Menon 2 months ago Read More
  • A semi truck hauling goods on a highway
    11

    Why Semi Trucks Last So Much Longer Than Cars

    Cars can last for around 200,000 miles, and many can reach above 300,000. But semi trucks can consistently cross over 1,000,000 miles without breaking down.

    By Shane Schmid 2 months ago Read More
  • A Dodge SRT Hellcat Charger on display at an autoshow.
    5

    What Is The Difference Between The Dodge Charger's 8HP70 And 8HP90 Transmissions?

    You can easily find the automatic 8HP70 and 8HP90 transmissions in Dodge Chargers today, but there are a few differences between them beyond their names.

    By Ron King 2 months ago Read More
  • Subaru N14 rally car with glowing hot front brakes
    2

    What Causes Brakes To Overheat (And What To Do When It Happens)

    Overheating brakes can be a recipe for disaster. Here's what causes this problem and what to do if you ever experience it yourself.

    By Alvin Reyes 2 months ago Read More
  • A classic International Harvester tractor
    9

    What Happened To International Harvester?

    International Harvester used to be one of the biggest manufacturers in the agriculture industry. Eventually, though, its success ended up waning.

    By Shane Schmid 2 months ago Read More
  • Driver in a yellow jacket adjusting the car radio volume
    43

    Why Are Car Makers Getting Rid Of AM Radio?

    The humble AM radio has been a permanent fixture in cars for decades, so why are carmakers now trying to remove them from your dashboard?

    By Abigail Longstreth 2 months ago Read More
  • Audi Concept C interior
    34

    'Not The Best Experience' Audi's Design Director Isn't A Fan Of Big Screens

    Audi's recent concepts may preview a big change in dashboard direction coming.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 2 months ago Read More
  • An excavator driver filling up the machine with diesel fuel
    0

    Here's What Contaminated Diesel Fuel Can Do To Your Engine

    Diesel engines are notoriously robust, but if the fuel they run on gets contaminated, the engine can suddenly become much less reliable than usual.

    By Alvin Reyes 2 months ago Read More
  • Front three quarters shot of a Madeira Gold Metallic Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid driving around the corner of a race track
    76

    Changing A Porsche Panamera's Engine Air Filter Practically Requires Disassembling The Entire Nose Of The Car

    Something to bear in mind, next time you see a used German luxury sports sedan with a too-good-to-be-true price tag.

    By Logan K. Carter 2 months ago Read More
  • Members of civic groups protest against U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs policy on July 30, 2025 in Seoul, South Korea.
    147

    Korean Cars Are About To Get More Expensive As Trump Raises Tariffs To 25%

    Bad news for Hyundai Motor Group and expensive times for GM. Turns out, making cars is complicated.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 2 months ago Read More
  • A masked man with a crowbar looking inside a car before breaking in
    35

    Man Accused Of Stealing Back Cars He Sold On Facebook Has Got This Supply-Demand Thing Figured Out

    He now faces eight counts of forgery and six counts of first-degree tampering with a motor vehicle, allegedly making more than $24,000 off his victims.

    By Justin Hughes 2 months ago Read More
  • Aftermath of car wreck on winter road
    12

    Winter Driving Mistakes That Could Get You Into Serious Trouble

    Winter driving can be dangerous, especially if you don't avoid some common mistakes. These are the winter driving errors and habits that could spell doom.

    By B. L. Johnson 2 months ago Read More
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