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  • A red Shelby Mustang and a blue 1967 Plymouth GTX in a car show
    26

    What's The Difference Between A Muscle Car And A Pony Car?

    Historically, pony cars and muscle cars offered sharp contrasts in their size, power, and handling. Today, those differences have largely blurred.

    By Chino Ortiz 3 months ago Read More
  • A 1953 Chevrolet Corvette presented by the GM Heritage Collection.
    4

    Do Corvette Bodies Still Use Fiberglass? It's Complicated

    Its low weight and durability led Chevrolet to choose fiberglass for the body of the first Corvette, in 1953. Does Chevy still choose fiberglass today?

    By Ron King 3 months ago Read More
  • PARIS, FRANCE - OCTOBER 17: The new BYD Han is displayed on the BYD booth at Parc des Expositions Porte de Versailles on October 17, 2022 in Paris, France. The Paris Motor Show will present the latest models from the world's leading car manufacturers at the Paris Expo Exhibition Center from October 17 to October 23, 2022.
    94

    European Drivers Love Chinese EVs

    Chinese EV sales in Europe, as well as a new regulatory change that could hurt those same automakers on their home turf and more.

    By Amber DaSilva 3 months ago Read More
  • Puma Ferrari collection hat
    30

    These Are The Jalopnik Staff's Favorite Stories From 2025

    The Jalopnik staff has gone through everything we've written this year and put together a list of staff picks that we're especially proud of.

    By Collin Woodard 3 months ago Read More
  • 2002 Chrysler 300M Special Front three-quarter image
    93

    At $7,800, Would You Go Cab-Forward In This 2002 Chrysler 300M?

    Does that price seem fair given the ad's description and images? Or is this one cab-forward car that needs a retrograde price?

    By Rob Emslie 3 months ago Read More
  • A driver handing documents to two police officers through the window of a car.
    8

    Is It Legal To Have Two Insurance Policies For A Single Car?

    Two insurance policies on one car sounds like it could give you a bigger payoff if you're in an accident. But would that be legal? And would it pay doubly?

    By Greg Poggiali 3 months ago Read More
  • A person siphoning fuel from a car
    3

    Why You Can't Easily Siphon Gas Out Of Modern Cars

    Once upon a time, gas was cheap and plentiful, and nobody worried about it being stolen out of their car. Now cars are built to prevent siphoning. Here's how.

    By Nishant Jayaram 3 months ago Read More
  • A mechanic pointing to the clamp of a vibration sensing clamp, used to diagnose the noises of a vehicle.
    0

    What Are Chassis Ears, And How Can They Help Diagnose Your Car?

    Chassis Ears aren't built into a car, and they don't stick out like Jughead's in the "Archie" comics. But they can help you fix elusive automotive problems.

    By Greg Poggiali 3 months ago Read More
  • 1959 Chevrolet Corvette with whitewall tires.
    13

    Why Did Whitewall Tires Disappear?

    Whitewall tires were once ubiquitous in the automotive world, but they're pretty rare these days. Here's why they all but disappeared from the road.

    By Kiran Menon 3 months ago Read More
  • The upside-down traffic light in Syracuse, New York.
    8

    America's Only Upside Down Traffic Light Has A Fascinating History

    In the 1920s, residents of one American neighborhood were sure that a right-side-up traffic light made a political statement they couldn't abide.

    By Kiran Menon 3 months ago Read More
  • A photo of the motorcycles seized in Mexico from Ryan Wedding
    94

    Authorities Seize $40 Million MotoGP Bike Collection From Fugitive Olympian-Turned-Drug-Kingpin

    The Department of Justice announced new charges against Ryan Wedding last month, claiming that he ordered the murder of a federal witness in Colombia.

    By Ryan Erik King 3 months ago Read More
  • A Red Lotus Turbo Esprit driving along the water
    6

    The Lotus Esprit Almost Got The Corvette ZR-1's LT5 V8

    Around 1990, it looked as though the Lotus was going to get the Corvette's much more powerful engine. But to fans' disappointment, it never happened.

    By Paul Stadden 3 months ago Read More
  • A row of different tire types against a black background
    6

    Yes, The Type Of Tires You Use Will Affect Gas Mileage - Here's What To Know

    It's not all about how fast you drive. Tire pressure, tread pattern and depth, and the size and weight of your tires will all affect your gas mileage.

    By Shane Schmid 3 months ago Read More
  • A BMW M car viewed head on with its headlights on at dusk.
    34

    Is It Legal For A Car To Have Two Different Color Headlights?

    There are plenty of rules and restrictions related to cars and their safety features. In fact, some of these restrictions also apply to the color of headlights.

    By Chad Kirchner 3 months ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a red 1991 Acura NSX
    11

    These Are The Best Cars (And Trucks And Bikes) The Jalopnik Staff Drove In 2025

    This year we loved driving everything from sports cars and pickup trucks to motorcycles and eighteen-wheelers.

    By Daniel Golson 3 months ago Read More
  • A tire with sidewall markings
    4

    What The Numbers On A Tire Mean, And How To Read Them Properly

    The numbers and letters on a car tire may seem confusing, but they're actually relatively simple once you understand them. Here's what they mean.

    By Chino Ortiz 3 months ago Read More
  • Upland, CA USA - June 19 2023: The TESLA Delivery Center in Upland supports Tesla-designed and manufactured electric vehicles throughout Southern California. Tesla is a multinational automotive and energy company headquartered in Austin, Texas.
    58

    Tesla Is Predicting A Bad Fourth Quarter

    We're looking at Tesla's upcoming numbers, as well as Porsche's cost-cutting and more.

    By Amber DaSilva 3 months ago Read More
  • A Chevrolet Corvette C8 ZR1, seen from the rear and above
    37

    11 Factory Cars That Can Hit 60 MPH In 3 Seconds Or Less

    We're not talking about one-offs or hypercars. These 11 speed demons are factory-made cars that just happen to be amazingly quick to reach 60 mph.

    By Ivo Gievski 3 months ago Read More
  • 1980 Honda Civic 1500GL passenger side image
    99

    At $13,000, Will This Survivor 1980 Honda Civic GL Survive Our Scrutiny?

    Is this throwback econobox compelling enough for someone to throw down some serious cash?

    By Rob Emslie 3 months ago Read More
  • A freeze plug removed from an engine block and held with dirty fingers.
    24

    What Freeze Plugs Do In An Engine (And Signs They Might Need To Be Replaced)

    Freeze plugs don't make your engine freeze up, and they aren't useful only when it's freezing out. They're a crucial part of your car's defenses year round.

    By Ron King 3 months ago Read More
  • A new catalytic converter lies on its side on a floor.
    11

    When Did Cars Start Using Catalytic Converters?

    The automobile had been going strong for decades when increased recognition of the dangers of emissions brought the government to mandate catalytic converters.

    By Chloe Clougher 3 months ago Read More
  • Cars driving through the snow
    22

    These 5 States Have The Most Dangerous Roads In The Winter

    Driving in winter weather can be sketchy no matter where you live. However, these five states have the most dangerous winter roads in the country.

    By Benjamin Gracias 3 months ago Read More
  • A Lincoln MKT limousine parked outside a building
    10

    Here's How Regular Cars Get Turned Into Stretch Limos

    Regular cars are able to be converted into stretch limousines. The process isn't simple, though, and it doesn't work with every single model.

    By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago Read More
  • An image of an armored vehicle's front windshield bulletproof glass that has been damaged by artillery fire.
    3

    Here's How 'Bulletproof' Car Windows Are Made

    Car windows are designed for the safety and protection of occupants. "Bulletproof" car windows take those designs and goes even further with them.

    By Eugene Buono 3 months ago Read More
  • A 2016 ND Mazda Miata in red on a curvy road
    8

    How The Mazda Miata Got Quicker After Losing Horsepower

    The Mazda Miata reduced its horsepower between the third and fourth generations, but it actually got quicker. Check out the reason as to why.

    By Shane Schmid 3 months ago Read More
  • An Illinois highway sign showing nine miles to Arthur and 52 miles to Paris.
    32

    Do Short Trips Really Wear Out Your Engine Faster Than Long Drives?

    You may have heard that short trips are bad for your car's engine. Well, there is actually quite a bit of truth to that. Here's what you need to know.

    By Ron King 3 months ago Read More
  • A supercharged 4.6-liter DOHC Modular V8 in a red 2004 Ford Mustang
    9

    What's The Difference Between A Pushrod And A Modular Ford V8?

    Ford used pushrod V8 designs for many years before phasing them out in favor of Modular engines. Here are the differences between the two engine types.

    By Paul Stadden 3 months ago Read More
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