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  • 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
  • Shanghai,China-April 3rd 2024: Chinese customers at Xiaomi ev store test SU7 electric car
    169

    The Electric Future Will Come From China

    We're looking at Western automakers ceding the EV market to China, as well as a fiery Toyota recall.

    By Amber DaSilva 3 months ago Read More
  • 1948 Ford 89A Super DeLuxe Police Car front three-quarter image
    47

    At $9,900, Is This 1948 Ford Super De Luxe Police Cruiser An Arresting Deal?

    What's your take on this De Luxe at that amount of dollars? Does that feel like a fair deal to get into the classic car game with something that will stand out?

    By Rob Emslie 3 months ago Read More
  • A red and cream BMW Isetta microcar driving along the road
    28

    7 Of The Weirdest Cars Owned By Celebrities

    Celebrities are just like us ... they love cars, too. And they can afford to indulge their automotive fantasies. Here are seven of the strangest celebrity cars.

    By Zak Wojnar 3 months ago Read More
  • A 2020 blue Honda Pilot parked in a desert environment
    13

    Here's How Much A 2020 Honda Pilot Has Depreciated After 5 Years

    With new car prices soaring, many drivers are turning to the used market. For those interested in a 2020 Honda Pilot, here's how much the SUV has depreciated.

    By Nishant Jayaram 3 months ago Read More
  • Shot of 2025 IIHS Top Safety Pick and Top Safety Pick+ awards with vehicles that have undergone crash testing in the background
    2

    What Is The Difference Between An IIHS Top Safety Pick And Top Safety Pick+?

    There are some important differences in crash-test performance that set apart cars rewarded with the IIHS' Top Safety Pick and Top Safety Pick+ designations.

    By Monday Goma 3 months ago Read More
  • A close-up of a person holding a car manual transmission gear level in its hand.
    109

    What Driving A Stick Shift Teaches You That An Automatic Never Will

    Automatic transmissions make cars easier to drive, and modern ones are much improved. Yet manuals teach skills you can't get from their higher-tech cousins.

    By Marko Mikulic 3 months ago Read More
  • Mazda CX-5 in red parked in front of an office building at night
    10

    Why Mazda Abandoned Zoom-Zoom To Embrace Driving Matters

    Mazda's "Zoom-Zoom" ads were iconic and relatively popular among consumers. Why, then, did the company decide to replace them? Here's what to know.

    By Shane Schmid 3 months ago Read More
  • Two of Ford's Super Duty pickups from 2023 parked side-by-side.
    13

    What's The Difference Between Ford's 6.8 And 7.3 Godzilla V8 Engines?

    Ford's "Godzilla" V8 engines are some of the strongest gas-powered blocks in its lineup. How do the 6.8 and 7.3 versions compare to each other?

    By Ron King 3 months ago Read More
  • Detailed image of exposed engine cylinders and pistons.
    40

    11 Car Maintenance Jobs That Should Be Left To Professionals

    There are many automotive repair and maintenance jobs that make great DIY projects. However, if you're a novice, these are the tasks you should avoid.

    By Max Larsen 3 months ago Read More
  • A semi truck with tire chains installed on a slick road in winter
    12

    Here's Why Semi Truck Drivers Choose Snow Chains Instead Of Winter Tires

    Winter tires can be great for controlling your vehicle in ice and snow. But there are a couple of reasons why semi truck drivers often use snow chains instead.

    By Shane Schmid 3 months ago Read More
  • Tar stuck on side of car.
    6

    How To Get Tar Off Your Car Without Damaging The Paint

    Removing tar from your car can damage the paint if done incorrectly. Here are a few safe methods that include both specialty products and household options.

    By B. L. Johnson 3 months ago Read More
  • A line of early automobiles on a snowy road near a Ford factory
    6

    The Weird And Dangerous Ways Drivers Stayed Warm Before Car Heaters

    Staying warm behind the wheel wasn’t easy in the early 20th century, even after automakers began offering enclosed cabins. How did drivers manage back then?

    By Shane Schmid 3 months ago Read More
  • A deflated tire on a dirty car
    15

    Here's How Tire Pressure Actually Affects Gas Mileage

    Tire pressure has some interesting effects on your car's gas mileage. Here's how they relate, as well as what you should do to manage your tire's pressure.

    By Nishant Jayaram 3 months ago Read More
  • Panicked male driver behind the wheel
    29

    These US States Have The Worst Drivers, According To A New Study

    Which states have the worst drivers? A new study that analyzed driving incidents across the nation reveals notable differences in driving behavior by state.

    By B. L. Johnson 3 months ago Read More
  • A beaker filled with engine oil with fully synthetic oil and high-mileage oil behind it
    13

    Full Synthetic Vs. High Mileage Oil: Which Should You Use?

    Full synthetic and high-mileage oils offer different benefits for different people. Here's which one you should use, as well as when you should use it.

    By Chino Ortiz 3 months ago Read More
  • A Chevy Bel Air at a car show.
    20

    These Were The Most Popular Cars From Every Decade

    Travel through a century of changing tastes and evolving technology as we take a look at some of the most iconic vehicles from the last century.

    By Taylor Ramey 3 months ago Read More
  • An all-black Bugatti Veyron, parked head-on in front of a residential home, surrounded by green foliage.
    10

    These Are The Most Unexpected Street-Legal Cars With Over 1,000 HP

    You might not expect high horsepower values from vehicles found on highways. But there are five cars with over 1,000 hp that still manage to be street-legal.

    By Marko Mikulic 3 months ago Read More
  • A Hybrid badge on a dark colored vehicle.
    8

    Full Vs. Mild Vs. Plug-In Hybrids: What's The Difference?

    There are three major types of hybrid technologies. Here are the biggest differences between full hybrids, mild hybrids, and plug-in hybrids.

    By Chad Kirchner 3 months ago Read More
  • A WK-era Jeep Grand Cherokee drives through deep water with green fields in the background
    21

    This Odd Jeep Transmission Had Two Second Gears: Here's Why

    If you think second gear is one specific thing, think again. For a dozen years at the start of the 2000s, some Jeeps had a transmission with two second gears.

    By Paul Stadden 3 months ago Read More
  • A close-up view of a car engine.
    28

    The Pros And Cons Of Swapping A Carburetor For Fuel Injection

    It's tempting to swap a carburetor for more modern electronic fuel injection. But while such a move can improve your car, it carries downsides as well.

    By Danillo Almeida 3 months ago Read More
  • An Alfa Romeo Twin-Spark four-cylinder engine
    14

    Why Some 4-Cylinder Engines Use 8 Spark Plugs

    While most engines have the same number of spark plugs and cylinders, some four-cylinder blocks have two plugs for each cylinder. Here's why.

    By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago Read More
  • A turbine wheel from a 6.0-liter Power Stroke diesel engine.
    2

    What Causes The 6.0 Power Stroke Diesel's Distinctive Whistle

    The 6.0 Power Stroke engine had a distinctive whistle back in 2003, but later versions lost out on it. Here's why it had that whistle in the first place.

    By Ron King 3 months ago Read More
  • A yellow Ford Mustang II pulling into a car show past a small crowd and a traffic light
    22

    Why Mustang II Front Suspension Became So Popular With Hot Rodders

    Ford's Mustang II didn't last long, but its front suspension ended up becoming popular with hot rodders. Check out why, as well as how it became so popular.

    By Paul Stadden 3 months ago Read More
  • A 2024 Heavy Duty Ram equipped with a turbo diesel engine driving on a road.
    2

    68RFE Vs. Aisin AS69RC Transmissions: How Do They Compare?

    Heavy-duty Ram trucks used the Mopar 68RFE and Aisin AS69RC transmissions in their lineup. Here's which one is better, as well as which trucks use them.

    By Ron King 3 months ago Read More
  • 1972 AMC Gremlin built as Randall 401-XR modification with 6.6 L V8 at 2015 AMO show
    19

    This AMC Gremlin Could Beat 454 Corvettes Through The Quarter Mile

    The AMC Gremlin may not be remembered as a speed demon of the muscle car era, but this limited-edition model was faster than the 454 Corvettes of the day.

    By Paul Stadden 3 months ago Read More
  • A yelllow Toyota MR2 parked outside
    0

    The Toyota MR2 Once Got A Sequential Manual Transmission That Made It Slower

    The third-generation Toyota MR2 had a very unique feature. It offered a sequential manual transmission, and its implementation actually made the car slower.

    By Nishant Jayaram 4 months ago Read More
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