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Check Your Battery Before Winter Hits: These Places Will Test It Free
Checking your car battery is critical, especially when it's cold outside. Fortunately, these places will check your vehicle's 12-volt battery for free.
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What Does Subaru's Type RA Stand For?
The Type RA badge appears only on select Subarus and has a distinct place in the brand’s history. Here's why it continues to capture attention.
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How A Race Team In Japan Used Crowdsourcing To Win Championships
A certain racing team in Japan uses its own sort of crowdsourcing to fund itself and win championships. Here's how it pulls off that crowdsourcing.
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Why Detroit Diesel's 2-Stroke Engine Was Called Screaming Jimmy
GM's Detroit Diesel division once made a two-stroke engine. A certain trait about this engine would lead to it getting the nickname of "Screaming Jimmy."
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11 Cheap Ways To Dress Up Your Engine Bay
The engine bay is too often overlooked, meaning it could really benefit from some TLC. Here are 11 ways to improve the engine bay without breaking the bank.
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Why Metric And Imperial Horsepower Are Different
Metric horsepower is different from imperial horsepower, which can be pretty confusing. Here's why those numbers don’t line up as neatly as you’d expect.
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These Mistakes Are Ruining Your Diesel Engine
Diesel engines are tough, but they need to be treated with extra care. Avoid these common mistakes to keep your diesel engine running smoothly.
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At $6,500, Is This 1994 Chevy Caprice Classic Estate A Lumbering Deal?
The seller of today's Caprice describes part of the car as being in nine out of ten condition. Let's see where we place its price tag in light of that ranking.
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What Actually Happens If You Leave Your Key Fob Behind While Driving
Driving away without your key fob can cause several kinds of problems and inconveniences. Fortunately, there are also several kinds of solutions.
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5 Popular Car Brands Known For Their Safety
If safety is at the top of your list, these five brands stand out. In fact, one of them patented the three-point seat belt, then let the world use it for free.
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The Easiest Ways To Spot A Counterfeit Tire
Tires are something that you don't want to cheap out on, but convincing counterfeits can make that hard. Here's how to tell a real tire from a clone.
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These 4-Cylinder Engines Make Power You'd Expect From A V8
Four-cylinder engines are able to output massive power. In some cases, they can rival V8 engines when comparing their horsepower and displacements.
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These 7 Hemi Engines Weren't Built By Chrysler
Although the HEMI name is associated with Chrysler's iconic V8s, there are a handful of hemispherical engines that were made by entirely different companies.
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Why BMW Switched To Traditional Automatics From DCTs
Traditional automatic transmissions are making a comeback, but why? In short, money and comfort -- and BMW isn’t the only brand rethinking its gearbox choices.
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Why You're Paying More (Or Less) At Certain Gas Stations
Most drivers have probably noticed that gas prices can vary wildly, even within the same state or town. Here's why that is and how gas prices work.
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What Is An Engine Block Heater And Do You Need One?
Many drivers may have never heard of engine block heaters. However, these devices can be extremely useful, depending on where you live. Here's what to know.
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The Best Way To Clean A Greasy Engine Bay
Your engine bay needs cleaning too, but you have to approach it carefully to avoid soaking sensors, wiring, and other parts that react badly to moisture.
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Why Modern Engines Still Measure Power Output In Horsepower
Have you ever wondered why we still measure an engine's output in horsepower? It all started as clever marketing, but the term never went away.
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These Rewards Programs Could Actually Save You Money On Gas
From loyalty and rewards programs to fuel-price apps, there are plenty of ways to save money on gas. Use them, and you'll never have to pay full price again.
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Why Chevy Switched To A Flat Plane Crank In The Corvette
Curious what drove Chevy’s switch to a flat-plane crank in the Corvette? Here's how this setup boosts rpm, improves scavenging, and creates a unique sound.
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How To Reverse Park Flawlessly Every Time
Backing up into a parking spot can be daunting, but it's actually not as difficult as you may think. Here's a simple method for backing into a parking space.
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A Country Without Traffic Lights? There's Only 1 Left
There's only one country left without traffic lights. The lack of them is just one of the things that makes this place unique among the world's nations.
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How To Remove A Stuck Oil Drain Plug
Removing a seized oil drain plug can be difficult, but it's not impossible. Here are some of the best methods to try when removing a stuck drain plug.
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5 Additives That Could Help Improve Your Engine's Performance And Its Lifespan
All cars need routine maintenance, but you can go above and beyond by using additives to boost performance and longevity. Here are some of the best additives.
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This WWII Fighter Plane Inspired Star Wars' Y-Wing Starfighter
Those futuristic spacecraft in "Star Wars" didn't come out of nowhere. X-wings are basically space Spitfires, and Y-wings rework this World War II fighter.
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The Pros & Cons Of 5 Cylinder Engines
Five-cylinder engines are seeing less use in recent years. While they have some unfortunate cons, they also have great pros that make them worth remembering.
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Why US Traffic Lights Don't Have Countdown Timers
Yellow traffic lights in over 20 countries count down to when the red light appears, but that's banned in the United States. Here's why the U.S. is different.
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