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    Rat Running: Avoiding A Traffic Light Is Illegal In These US States

    Maneuvering your way through the corner gas station lot to make a right turn might save you time, but it's actually illegal in some states.

    By Shane Schmid 6 months ago Read More
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    Why Car Batteries Fail Faster In Hot Climates

    Car batteries are designed to be durable and relatively long lasting. However, extreme temps can harm them. Here's how heat can damage 12-volt car batteries.

    By Alvin Reyes 6 months ago Read More
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    A Costco Membership Could Be A Secret Weapon For Cheaper Car Repairs

    Yes, you can save on parts and service via a Costco membership. But there are lots of things to be aware of before you decide whether to join.

    By Alvin Reyes 6 months ago Read More
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    All-Season Vs. All-Weather Tires: Stop Confusing The Two

    Tires have a confusing way of categorizing themselves. All-season and all-weather tires sound like they'd do the same thing, but you'd be wrong.

    By Abhik Das 6 months ago Read More
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    Here's How Much You Could Get Fined For Illegal Window Tint

    There are plenty of reasons to tint the windows on your car. However, we can tell you which states have the strictest laws so you don't overdo it.

    By Monday Goma 6 months ago Read More
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    The Boeing 787's Wings Can Bend A Lot Further Than You Might Think

    How is it that the Boeing 787 Dreamliner's wings can bend so far, they seem to be made of rubber? The secret is in the material they're made of.

    By Abhik Das 6 months ago Read More
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    The Dart Can't Help But Be An Issue For Dodge With Massive New Recall

    What's the one thing worse than owning a Dodge Dart? How about owning one with a huge recall warning hanging over it?

    By Andy Kalmowitz 6 months ago Read More
  • A screenshot from the Saab 9-5 Aero Wagon track test showing a black Saab lifting onto two wheels while going around a corner in front of a cone
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    Watch Motorvision Catch Air And Drive The Snot Out Of Normal Cars In These Retro Track Test Reviews

    Motorvision TV is a German automotive media company that has some of the coolest retro car reviews on YouTube, and their track test portion is unparalleled.

    By Logan K. Carter 6 months ago Read More
  • Porsche 911 Carrera T puddle light
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    Porsche Will Make Your Manual 911 Carrera T A Little More Cringey For Only $340

    One of the options I noticed in the Porsche configurator is so mind-numbingly cringeworthy that I had to stop what I was doing and tell you about it

    By Andy Kalmowitz 6 months ago Read More
  • A graphic depicting three F1 cars driving across the frame underneath the logo of F1 and Apple TV
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    Apple Signs Exclusive 5-Year Deal To Broadcast Formula 1 In The U.S.

    F1 TV, the championship's in-house streaming service, will no longer be available in the U.S. as a result, with its content moved to the Apple TV app.

    By Ryan Erik King 6 months ago Read More
  • A truck carries brand new cars on March 04, 2025 in Richmond, California.
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    Trump's Tariffs Have Cost Automakers $10 Billion On Cars Imported From Canada And Mexico So Far

    So far, automakers have been eating most of the tariff-related costs in the U.S. but those days are coming to an end.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 6 months ago Read More
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    At $5,995, Is This 1992 Mercedes-Benz 300 SD Kind Of A Big Deal?

    This big diesel 'Benz provoked controversy with its equally-big price when it launched in the 90s, but has it aged gracefully?

    By Rob Emslie 6 months ago Read More
  • The underside of a car showing the exhaust system and catalytic converter
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    Do Modern Cars Backfire? (And What Causes Backfiring Anyway?)

    Automotive backfires are largely a problem experienced by older vehicles. Here's what causes the issue and what you need to know about backfires in new cars.

    By Shane Schmid 6 months ago Read More
  • Jimmie Johnson, driver of the #84 Carvana Toyota speaks to the media during Media Day for the NASCAR Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway on February 12, 2025 in Daytona Beach, Florida.
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    Jimmie Johnson Is The 8th Worst Driver In The NASCAR Cup Series, According To iRacing Studios

    NASCAR 25 centers on a robust single-player experience where the competitors are AI representations of real-life drivers.

    By Ryan Erik King 6 months ago Read More
  • Red and black mid-1970s Ford truck with two gas tank doors on left side
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    Was Extra Range The Only Point Of Pickup Trucks Having Two Gas Tanks?

    Some older pickup trucks came with two gas tanks, and automakers took their own approaches to this tactic for boosting a truck's range with varied success.

    By Richard Sachek 6 months ago Read More
  • Tesla CEO Elon Musk attends the memorial service for political activist Charlie Kirk
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    Tesla Is Still Fighting For Elon Musk's $56 Billion Payday

    Tesla sales are slumping, the Cybertruck's a flop, and Elon Musk desperately deserves fifty-six billion American dollars.

    By Amber DaSilva 6 months ago Read More
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    At $23,980, Would You Blast From The Past In This Amazing 1985 Chrysler LeBaron?

    From the wood trim to the digital dashboard, you'd swear this '85 LeBaron was fresh from the factory. Does that justify the price tag?

    By Rob Emslie 6 months ago Read More
  • A hitchhiker stands on the side of the road with his thumb in the air
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    Hitchhiking Is Legal In More States Than You Might Expect

    Hitchhikers have mostly disappeared from the side of the road, but there's no blanket legal prohibition. And there are states where it's completely lawful.

    By Abigail Longstreth 6 months ago Read More
  • Police pulling over slow left lane driver
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    Cruising In The The Left Lane Could Get You A Ticket: Here's Why

    The left lane isn't there for leisurely Sunday drives, and hanging out in the left lane could even land you in legal trouble. Here's what to know.

    By Shane Schmid 6 months ago Read More
  • A closeup of the Cummins Turbo Diesel logo on a white Ram pickup truck
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    These Cummins Engines Can Run On Biodiesel

    Biodiesel can be an effective way to reduce fuel costs and reuse waste material. However, not every car can use it. Here are the biodiesel-compatible Cummins.

    By Paul Stadden 6 months ago Read More
  • Portland's Emergency Naked Bike Ride protest
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    Portland's Trump-Protesting Emergency World Naked Bike Ride Had More Than 1,000 Participants, But Sadly Not Everyone Was Actually Naked

    In defense of the people who didn't go completely nude, the weather on Sunday wasn't exactly warm and balmy.

    By Collin Woodard 6 months ago Read More
  • Rear view of a Volvo XC60 parked in a driveway
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    Woman Sues Volvo, Claims Hands-Free Tailgate Caused Brain Injury

    Volvo and an employee of the automaker are both named in the lawsuit, after a dog reportedly activated the car's hands-free power tailgate.

    By Justin Hughes 6 months ago Read More
  • Stellantis logo
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    Stellantis Is Making A $13 Billion Bet On Itself And The U.S.

    You could have your choice of men, but I could never love again.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 6 months ago Read More
  • 1997 Alfa Romeo 916 Spider front end image
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    At $15,000, Is This 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider A Belissima Bargain?

    Rebooting an icon can be a terrible idea, but reviews of Alfa Romeo's Spider pegged it as a 90s classic. Does it still command respect today?

    By Rob Emslie 6 months ago Read More
  • Russia's Aurus Senat in black driving along a rode with soldiers mounted on horses in the background
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    The Aurus Senat Is The Car Russia Built Out Of Spite

    Putin's Aurus Senat was meant to change the face of Russian automobile manufacturing. However, the vehicle is hiding some secrets. Here's what to know.

    By Shane Schmid 6 months ago Read More
  • Closeup of a 1968 Lancia Fulvia 1.3-liter V4 engine
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    The Strange And Clever Lancia V4 Engine Design

    Lancia, a car brand that was a leader in auto innovation in the 20th century, designed a V4 engine that was so unique, people are still talking about it today.

    By Paul Stadden 6 months ago Read More
  • A vehicle fuel gauge registering empty and an illuminated gas pump icon
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    Here's What Running Out Of Gas Does To Your Engine

    Making an expensive trip to the gas station is never fun. However, allowing your car to run out of fuel can be dangerous. Here's what it does to your engine.

    By Shane Schmid 6 months ago Read More
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