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  • The 1961 Chevrolet Corphibian amphibious pickup truck
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    Just When You Thought The Chevy Corvair Couldn't Get Weirder, Here's The Amphibious One

    Chevrolet Corvairs came in all sorts of guises, from coupe to pickup. It took a pair of moonlighting Chevy engineers to create a version that could swim.

    By Chloe Clougher 6 months ago Read More
  • A semi-truck drum brake assembly on an axle
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    Here's Why Semi Trucks Still Use Drum Brakes

    Modern cars may not use drum brakes, but they’re more than tradition on semis — and the trucking industry’s current climate has a lot to do with it.

    By Charles Krome 6 months ago Read More
  • A red Tesla Model 3 backed into a driveway
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    Is It Really Illegal To Back Into Your Own Driveway In Some Towns?

    Backing into your driveway is safer than driving head-in, some say. But others feel the practice can make it hard to tell when a car is unregistered.

    By B. L. Johnson 6 months ago Read More
  • A close-up of a person holding a used spark plug.
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    What Is Spark Plug Indexing?

    Spark plug indexing won't make much of a difference in your average stock car, but it can have a noticeable impact in high-rpm performance builds.

    By Chino Ortiz 6 months ago Read More
  • Car parked at EV charging station
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    These EV Charging Stations Have A Secret Feature To Charge Your Car Even Faster

    It's not just that they can charge your car faster, they can also be built more quickly and at a significantly lower cost. But there's a catch.

    By Charles Krome 6 months ago Read More
  • sign marks the location of a General Motors dealership on July 22, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. General Motors, the maker of the Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac brands, reported a $1.1 billion drop in the second quarter net income compared with the same quarter in 2024, which it attributed to increased costs and industry uncertainty stemming from tariffs imposed by the Trump administration.
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    Tariff Costs Are Hitting Automaker Destination Fees

    We're looking at how tariffs are showing up in automaker destination fees, as well as the looming threat of our latest chip shortage.

    By Amber DaSilva 6 months ago Read More
  • 1978 Datsun 200SX front three-quarter image
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    At $6,800, Does This 1978 Datsun Still Have 200SX Appeal?

    Today's Datsun has its original upholstery, which is in a pattern that might make you dizzy. Let's see if this well-kept coupe's price is just as off-kilter.

    By Rob Emslie 6 months ago Read More
  • A Costco tire center
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    Costco Doesn't Price Match Tires, But You Can Ask For A Price Adjustment

    While Costco won't price match its competitors, it may adjust your purchase cost in some situations. Here's what to know and how to initiate the process.

    By Shane Schmid 6 months ago Read More
  • An abandoned stretch of highway in the high desert of eastern Utah.
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    These Are The Oldest Roads In The U.S. Still Being Used Today

    The United States has a fascinating history, and that even includes its roads. Here are some of the oldest roads in the States that are still in use today.

    By Abhik Das 6 months ago Read More
  • A gas pump with a Top Tier sticker
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    Does Top Tier Fuel Actually Clean Your Engine? AAA Thinks It Has The Answer

    Top Tier gas is formulated to keep your engine cleaner and costs just a little more. But is it worth looking for? AAA conducted tests to find out.

    By Shane Schmid 6 months ago Read More
  • The cockpit area of a yellow Boeing 737 with eyebrow windows above the main windows and a pilot inside
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    Why Older Boeing Planes Had Eyebrow Windows (But Newer Ones Don't)

    The little windows above the cockpit's main panes weren't there just for aesthetics. They served several practical purposes ... and then they didn't.

    By Chino Ortiz 6 months ago Read More
  • A black Kia EV6 on a rainy street
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    Kia's Blind Spot Cameras Go Blind In The Rain – But There's An Easy Fix

    Blind-spot cameras are great for safety, but the ones on Kia's EV6 are useless in the rain, and they're not the only ones. Luckily, there's a quick solution.

    By Alvin Reyes 6 months ago Read More
  • 2026 Chevy Trax with a 3-cylinder engine
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    The Pros & Cons Of 3 Cylinder Engines

    Cars with 3-cylinder engines aren't a new phenomenon, but they are relatively new in the U.S. market. Here are the benefits and downsides of this engine style.

    By Shane Schmid 6 months ago Read More
  • The red Pontiac Firebird Pegasus powered by a Ferrari GTB/4 Daytona V12
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    This One-Off Pontiac Supercar Had A Ferrari Engine Under The Hood

    Enzo Ferrari himself provided the V12 engine for this car conceived by GM design chief Bill Mitchell. The result combined muscle-car flair with Ferrari power.

    By Paul Stadden 6 months ago Read More
  • Seven-cylinder engine from an old airplane on display.
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    Seven Cylinder Engines Exist, Just Not In Cars

    Ever seen a seven-cylinder car engine? Neither have we, yet these strange engines rumble through cargo ships, powerful tractors, and vintage planes.

    By Chino Ortiz 6 months ago Read More
  • Honda Maintenance Minder and oil life indicator
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    What Your Honda's Maintenance Minder Codes Actually Mean

    Your Honda's Maintenance Minder system shows which services are due next, from oil changes to brake checks, tire rotations, and filter replacements

    By B. L. Johnson 6 months ago Read More
  • The powerful LS1 V8 of a fifth-generation Corvette
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    Why Do LS Engines Have Steam Tubes?

    Steam tubes in LS engines vent trapped air from the cooling system, prevent hot spots, manage coolant flow, and maintain optimal engine performance.

    By Charles Krome 6 months ago Read More
  • Ford Transit camper conversion with solar panels on roof
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    Dreaming Of Vanlife? Here's What A Ford Transit Campervan Conversion Could Cost You

    The Ford Transit is a great option when it comes to vanlife. However, converting one can be pricey. Here's what you need to know.

    By B. L. Johnson 6 months ago Read More
  • Mechanic holds a new spark plug and old spark plug side by side
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    How To Remove Seized Spark Plugs

    Spark plugs are essential for cars with internal combustion engines. However, they can seize up and get stuck. Here's how to remove them when that happens.

    By Abigail Longstreth 6 months ago Read More
  • Roundabout intersection
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    The Evolution Of The Roundabout And How It Came To America

    Roundabouts are a controversial type of road design. However, they can offer numerous benefits. Here's how they were born and popularized in the States.

    By B. L. Johnson 6 months ago Read More
  • Dodge Charger automatic transmission
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    These Driving Habits Could Cause More Transmission Damage Than You Think

    If you want your transmission to last as long as possible, don't do these five things.

    By Collin Woodard 6 months ago Read More
  • Ferrari 355 F1 with semi-automatic gearbox
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    How Does A Semi-Automatic Transmission Work?

    A semi-automatic transmission combines the best features of both modern automatic and old-school manual gearboxes. Here's how they work.

    By Benjamin Gracias 6 months ago Read More
  • A red and white Harley Davidson Softail outside a garage
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    Do Harley-Davidsons Need To Be Warmed Up?

    Motorcylists usually love the roar of their engines, though their neighbors may not. How long Harleys need to be warned up depends on several factors.

    By Chino Ortiz 6 months ago Read More
  • A Malaysian road with glow-in-the-dark paint
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    Why Malaysia's Glow In The Dark Roads Were Doomed To Fail

    They were pretty and aimed to cut Malaysia's electricity bill. But the country's glow-in-the-dark roads ran afoul of some real-world problems.

    By Chino Ortiz 6 months ago Read More
  • Approaching the toll booths on a highway there's a sign saying,
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    This Is America's Most Expensive Highway To Drive On, And It's Not Even Close

    Driving this road from end to end is at least three times as costly as on any other in the U.S., even ones that are longer. And the tolls will continue to rise.

    By Greg Poggiali 6 months ago Read More
  • A close up of a red Dodge Viper engine in an engine bay.
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    The Most Powerful Dodge Engines Ever, Ranked By Horsepower

    For decades, Dodge has been a standard bearer of American horsepower, with its biggest engines pushing blistering speed and fire-breathing exhaust notes.

    By Sarah Bloomfield 6 months ago Read More
  • Man checking the oil in his car.
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    Here's What You Should Know About Topping Off Your Engine Oil

    Every driver should know how to check and top off engine oil. Here’s how to read the dipstick, add oil the right way, and keep your car running smoothly.

    By B. L. Johnson 6 months ago Read More
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