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  • A blue classic Mustang with a shiny chrome front bumper

    How To Polish Your Car's Stainless Steel Trim And Make It Shine

    Stainless steel trim on a classic car looks great, so long as you can keep it shining. Here are some tips that you can follow to keep it looking its best.

    By Harrison Noble 5 days ago Read More
  • An aerial view of the BFGoodrich factory in Akron, Ohio

    North America's First Tire Factory Didn't Make Car Tires At First

    BFGoodrich made history by creating North America's first tire factory in Akron, Ohio. However, it originally didn't manufacture car tires at all.

    By Chino Ortiz 5 days ago Read More
  • A 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet driving down a road

    The Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet Failed Because It Should Have Never Happened

    In 2011, Nissan created the Murano CrossCabriolet as a convertible crossover. This model lasted only three years before being discontinued, and for good reason.

    By Shane Schmid 5 days ago Read More
  • Visible rust, corrosion, and sludge on the radiator filler neck

    How To Stop Sludge From Clogging Your Car's Radiator

    Sludge can clog your car's radiator due to issues with your maintenance schedule or coolant. Luckily, there are some ways you can prevent it.

    By Alvin Reyes 5 days ago Read More
  • A 4L80 transmission on display at the Ypsilanti Automotive Heritage Museum

    4L60E Vs. 4L80E Transmissions: What Are The Differences?

    The 4L60E and 4L80E were both developed by GM, and there are many similarities in their designs. However, there are key differences between the transmissions.

    By Charles Krome 5 days ago Read More
  • A group of people standing around a Fiat S76 with the Beast of Turin engine on display

    5 Of The Largest 4-Cylinder Engines Ever Made (Ranked By Displacement)

    Four-cylinder engines are usually kept small to minimize vibrations. But the size and power of the five largest four-cylinders are tough to beat.

    By Paul Stadden 5 days ago Read More
  • 1968 Dodge Charger R/T rear end with emblem

    Every Dodge That Came With A 426 HEMI Engine

    The 426 HEMI engine is iconic, having made its presence known in multiple Dodge models. Its presence in some is rarer than its appearance in others, though.

    By Ivo Gievski 5 days ago Read More
  • A car's retractable door handle

    China Might Ban Retractable Door Handles: Here's Why

    In September 2025, China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology proposed guidelines that could ban retractable door handles in the country.

    By Nishant Jayaram 5 days ago Read More
  • A man holding a jumper cable on the side of a street

    Jumper Cables Or Portable Jump Starter: Which One Should You Have In Your Trunk?

    Jumper cables are useful to jump start your car battery, but they require the help of another vehicle. Are portable jump starters a viable alternative?

    By Chino Ortiz 5 days ago Read More
  • A Mazda Cosmo Sport 110S wankel rotary engine 10A 0813 with two rotors at JDM Fest 2024

    Mazda's Rotary Engine Is Back In A New Concept, But Now It's Trying To Go Green

    Mazda brought the rotary engine back in a new concept. This time, the company made a couple of environmentally-friendly changes to the engine.

    By Rohaan Sakrani 5 days ago Read More
  • Someone holding a lightweight forged piston in the palm of their hand.

    Why Do Some High Performance Cars Need Forged Pistons?

    Forging and casting are two different methods of making pistons for engines. However, some high performance cars rely only on forged pistons.

    By Ron King 5 days ago Read More
  • A classic Ford Mustang Shelby GT500.

    Ford 428 Vs. Pontiac 428: Here's How The Engines Compare

    The Pontiac and Ford 428 cubic-inch engines ruled the late '60s and early '70s, but they also share a dirty little secret you need to know about.

    By Ron King 6 days ago Read More
  • Man using a car telephone while driving.

    5 Old School Car Accessories No One Uses Anymore

    From minibar gloveboxes to record players, cars came with accessories that show automakers were once bold, creative, and only mildly concerned with safety.

    By B. L. Johnson 6 days ago Read More
  • A helicopter landing on the rooftop of the Pan Am building.

    Pan Am Tried A Rooftop Airport Hub In NYC, And The Result Was A Fatal Mistake

    Everyone was optimistic about new ideas in aviation and city life in the 1970s — until Pan Am's rooftop experiment collapsed in a dramatic fashion.

    By Greg Poggiali 6 days ago Read More
  • The nose of the BYD Dolphin, also known as the Seagull

    Chinese EVs Won't Cost $10,000 In The US: Here's Why

    A new car that costs $10,000? Sounds too good to be true ... and it is. For several reasons, Americans wouldn't get the same price as buyers.

    By Chloe Clougher 6 days ago Read More
  • 1926 Ford Model T pickup full passenger side image

    At $19,500, Is This 1926 Ford Model T Pickup A Black Friday Bargain?

    What's your take on this Model T pickup at that price? Does that make it a Black Friday Door-Buster? Or is that too much to ask for a flippin' Flivver?

    By Rob Emslie 7 days ago Read More
  • Two cars driving at night on a foggy road

    Are LED Headlights Really Better Than HID?

    LED headlights have largely taken over the market from HID and halogen lights, and they definitely have advantages. Yet HID lights have their strengths, too.

    By Alvin Reyes 7 days ago Read More
  • Chrysler ball stud hemi engine.

    Why Chrysler's Secret Ball-Stud Hemi Never Stood A Chance

    In the late 1960s, Chrysler created the Ball-Stud Hemi as a leaner alternative to its heavy big-blocks, but it arrived at the wrong place and wrong time.

    By Rohaan Sakrani 7 days ago Read More
  • Closeup of silver air cleaner on an L72 Turbo-Jet 425 hp Chevrolet 427 Big Block V8 with red valve covers under the hood of a Corvette

    Ford 427 Vs. Chevy 427: Here's How The Big Blocks Compare

    Both Ford and Chevrolet built 427-cubic inch engines. However, these motors are not the same. Here's how they compare and the differences between them.

    By Paul Stadden 8 days ago Read More
  • A white pickup truck with loads of snow on the roof and truck bed

    Is It Safe To Use A Tonneau Cover When It's Snowing?

    You paid good money for that tonneau cover, and you want to use it all year to protect your truck bed. But is it safe to use it when snow and ice are looming?

    By Alvin Reyes 8 days ago Read More
  • A person's hand holding a manual gear shifter inside a vehicle

    Is Your Gear Shifter Sticking? Here's What Might Be Causing It

    A sticking gear shifter can be scary, but it's not always the result of something catastrophic. Here are some of the most likely causes of a sticky shifter.

    By B. L. Johnson 8 days ago Read More
  • Woman checking a car's fluids

    12 Car Maintenance Skills Every Adult Should Know

    Taking your car to a mechanic is quick and easy, but it can also be costly. There are 12 car maintenance skills ever adult should know to save time and money.

    By Max Larsen 8 days ago Read More
  • A Tesla supercharger in Germany

    Tesla's Sales Are Still Dropping All Around The World

    We're looking at Tesla's unending downward slide, as well as its continued investment in small-scale robotaxi services instead of, y'know, selling cars.

    By Amber DaSilva 9 days ago Read More
  • 2002 Honda S2000 front three-quarter image

    At $25,999, Is This 2002 Honda S2000 A Beautiful Bargain?

    What do you think about this seeming time capsule of an S2000 and that $25,999 price?

    By Rob Emslie 9 days ago Read More
  • A red 2025 Mazda MX-5 ND Miata

    Top 4 Things To Look Out For When Looking For A Used ND Miata

    The fourth-generation ND Mazda Miata is a solid car overall, but it does have a few known issues. Here's what to look out for if you're shopping for one.

    By Benjamin Gracias 9 days ago Read More
  • An orange Chrysler Turbine Car sits behind glass in an outdoor display at night

    Why Car Companies Crush Their Perfectly Good Concept Cars

    While many concept cars might look perfectly good, there are some deeper reasons as to why some companies prefer to crush them after they've been shown off.

    By Paul Stadden 9 days ago Read More
  • EZGO RXV 2 driving on golf course path

    Gas Vs. Electric Golf Carts: The Pros And Cons Of Each

    There are several factors to consider if you're trying to decide between a gas and an electric golf cart. To help with that, here are the pros and cons of each.

    By Chloe Clougher 9 days ago Read More
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