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  • An illustration of the UnderTray system from SmartTruck
    3

    Ever Notice That Scoop Under Semi-Trucks? Here's What It's For

    The scoop under some semi-trucks has nothing to do with ice cream. It's a way of improving the trucks' fuel efficiency. Here's how it works.

    By Shane Schmid 12 days ago Read More
  • A vehicle inside of a cargo container.
    8

    Want To Turn A Shipping Container Into A Garage? Here's What You Need To Know First

    Converting a shipping container into a garage is a very real possibility, but there are some important factors to take into account before you get started.

    By Taylor Ramey 12 days ago Read More
  • A NASCAR race in progress.
    0

    How The Digital Age Of Scrutineering Is Keeping Drivers Safer On Track

    Scrutineering is the art of checking race cars to make sure drivers and teams are following the rules. Today, all sorts of gizmos also help keep drivers safe.

    By B. L. Johnson 12 days ago Read More
  • A white Vixen motor home
    7

    This BMW-Powered Motor Home Was Designed By The Engineer Behind The DeLorean

    V8s were standard for motor homes when the designer behind the DeLorean went in a completely different direction for this innovative, aerodynamic model.

    By Chloe Clougher 12 days ago Read More
  • 1962 Mercury Comet station wagon parked in front of an electric charging station
    44

    Watch This Madman Spend 2 Years Leaf-Swapping A 1962 Mercury Comet

    Even if you have a pretty good idea of what it would take to turn a classic car into a Leaf-powered EV, it's still fun to watch the whole thing come together.

    By Collin Woodard 12 days ago Read More
  • A screenshot from the Euro NCAP side pole crash test of the 2025 Mini Cooper looking at the passengers at the moment of impact showing the center airbag deployed
    5

    This New Type Of Airbag Prevents Passengers From Hitting Each Other In A Crash

    General Motors introduced the first front-center airbag in its three-row midsize crossovers of 2013.

    By Logan K. Carter 12 days ago Read More
  • A BMW M5 Competition's twin-turbo engine.
    6

    Parallel Vs. Sequential Twin Turbo: What's The Difference?

    Twin turbochargers have their pros and cons, and two main setups try to maximize the pros. Here's the difference between parallel and sequential twin turbos.

    By Danillo Almeida 12 days ago Read More
  • A close-up of a person peeling window tint from a car's rear passenger-side window.
    4

    Can You Remove Your Car's Window Tint Yourself?

    Window tints can be an attractive feature of some cars. But if they need to be replaced, are you able to remove them without the help of a professional?

    By Marko Mikulic 12 days ago Read More
  • A gloved hand holding belt dressing spray
    7

    WD-40 Is Terrible For A Squeaky Engine Belt – Use This Instead

    WD-40 is a great multi-purpose product, but it is not a lubricant. Spraying it on a squeaky engine belt isn’t a good idea — here’s why and what to use instead.

    By Chloe Clougher 12 days ago Read More
  • The Detroit Diesel factory in Michigan
    11

    What Happened To Detroit Diesel?

    Detroit Diesel was once one of the most prolific engine builders out there. But its success didn't last forever, leaving it in a very different position today.

    By Benjamin Gracias 12 days ago Read More
  • SuperfastMatt's Hayabusa-swapped land speed race car
    11

    SuperfastMatt Is Hayabusa-Swapping His Land Speed Record Car To Break 325 MPH

    Sadly, if you were hoping to see the 700-hp turbo-Busa in action, you're going to have to wait a little longer.

    By Collin Woodard 13 days ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a blue Kia EV2
    60

    Kia EV2 Is A Tiny Little SUV With A Wonderfully Strange Design And Thoughtful Packaging

    The EV2 will have up to 278 miles of range in Europe, and it should start at less than €30,000.

    By Daniel Golson 13 days ago Read More
  • A hand opening a Tesla Model Y door handle from the outside
    64

    Congress Proposes 'SAFE Exit Act' To Change Terrible Tesla-Style Door Handles

    Hopefully, the laws will finally catch up to reality.

    By Justin Hughes 13 days ago Read More
  • Diego from Build It Yourself working on the turbocharged Tahoe
    3

    The V10 Continental Guys Just Turbocharged A 2005 Chevy Tahoe

    The goal was pretty straightforward — take an engine that made about 230 horsepower when it was new, and give it enough boost to make closer to 400 hp.

    By Collin Woodard 13 days ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a green 2027 Nissan Fairlady Z
    65

    Nissan Pulls At Your Nostalgic Heartstrings Even Harder With Refreshed Fairlady Z

    It seems the days of Nissan going a decade between facelifts is over.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 13 days ago Read More
  • GM Factory Zero Assembly line
    168

    GM's EV Pullback Just Cost The Company $6 Billion

    GM just lost $7.1 billion between an EV business writedown and restructuring in China, Jeep is actually cutting prices in 2026 and more.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 13 days ago Read More
  • 2003 BMW 540i M-Sport front three-quarter image
    70

    At $10,998, Will This Rare Six-Speed 2003 BMW 540i M-Sport Prove Broadly Popular?

    What's your take on this M-Sport E39? Does that feel to be too much, like the miles? Or is that a fair deal for a more-than-fair-condition car?

    By Rob Emslie 13 days ago Read More
  • The Buick Nailhead Wildcat 465 V8 painted red and silver
    13

    How Did The Buick Nailhead V8 Get Its Name?

    Buick's Nailhead V8 didn't have nails in its engine, and the nickname doesn't mean it "hit the nail on the head." Here's how Buick's Nailhead got its name.

    By Paul Stadden 14 days ago Read More
  • A blue Corvette driving along a body of water.
    21

    Can You Tow With The Corvette?

    Chevy Corvettes are powered by small-block V8s, and so are several Chevy pickup trucks. If a pickup truck is rated to tow, then a Corvette is, too, right?

    By Chad Kirchner 14 days ago Read More
  • Supersonic Red 2025 Toyota Camry parked on a paved surface with buildings in the background
    17

    These Toyota Models Can Last Over 200,000 Miles, According To Consumer Reports

    Toyotas are famous for reliability, but which models can really hit 200,000 miles? We dug into CR data to answer that question, identifying the top five models.

    By Monday Goma 14 days ago Read More
  • A car with its lights off speeds past a Washington State Trooper at 156 mph
    36

    Blink And You Might Miss This NYE Driver Outrunning Cops At 156 MPH

    That, for many reasons, was very illegal.

    By Justin Hughes 14 days ago Read More
  • BMW vehicles stand in a showroom in Manhattan on August 01, 2019 in New York City.
    131

    80% Of Car Shoppers Say They're Open To Using AI Because Nobody Can Do Anything Anymore

    Car shoppers are becoming increasingly reliant on artificial intelligence, Ford plans to launch an eyes-off hands-free driving system in 2028, and more.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 14 days ago Read More
  • 1975 Steyr Puch Pinzgauer 710M front three-quarter image
    44

    At $25,000, Would You Climb Every Mountain In This 1975 Steyr-Puch Pinzgauer 710M?

    What's your take on this Pinzgauer and that $25K price tag? Does its reputation precede it, making that a fair deal? Or is that price a "Puch" in the gut?

    By Rob Emslie 14 days ago Read More
  • A technician applying windshield adhesive.
    26

    Why Automakers Switched To Glued-On Windshields Instead Of Gaskets

    For decades, windshields were attached to cars using rubber gaskets. But it turns out that gluing them on has more than one kind of benefit.

    By Shane Schmid 15 days ago Read More
  • View of Costco wholesale store in Las Rozas, Madrid, Spain
    15

    What Free Extras Come With Buying Tires At Costco?

    Costco has earned a lot of good will from drivers for its tire program — here's what they toss in for free when you buy a new set.

    By Rohaan Sakrani 15 days ago Read More
  • An imported Kei van after conversion showing interior space with couch, kitchen and entertainment center
    14

    Kei Campers Show You Don't Need A Bus To Live Large

    Van life has become increasingly popular, but the entry price is inaccessible to many. Fortunately, Japanese kei vehicles could provide a cheaper alternative.

    By Shane Schmid 15 days ago Read More
  • Air freshner inside a car
    23

    It's Illegal To Hang An Air Freshener From Your Car Mirror In These US States

    Drivers commonly hang air fresheners from their rearview mirrors. However, depending on where you live, doing so may be illegal. Here's what to know.

    By Kiran Menon 15 days ago Read More
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