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  • The exterior of a Costco Wholesale Club in South Windsor, Connecticut.
    30

    Costco Vs. Walmart Car Battery Warranties: What They Promise (And What Owners Say Is Reality)

    Costco's and Walmart's batteries are often priced around the same, so warranty coverage can make the difference in where you buy. Here's where details matter.

    By Aakash Badree 17 days ago Read More
  • Pole Barn Garage's 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado tornado chaser car ute truck thing
    0

    Chasing Tornados In An Oldsmobile Toronado May Not Be Safe, But It Is On Brand

    Turning a rusty Oldsmobile Toronado into a Tornado-chasing vehicle probably isn't the safest strategy, but the names are just too close not to.

    By Justin Hughes 17 days ago Read More
  • A black Lincoln Continental with a spare tire trunk hump.
    9

    Why Automakers Turned Real Continental Kit Spare Tires Into An Unsatisfying Hump

    The Lincoln Continental's spare tire looked elegant sitting at the back of the car. So classy that echoes of it stayed on the Continental long after their time.

    By Brian Corey 17 days ago Read More
  • A front three-quarters shot of a blue '52 Jaguar XK120 Roadster parked in front of trees
    1

    These Were The First Major Wrenching Projects Our Readers Attempted

    You've done everything getting a non-running Jaguar XK120 running to replacing your own transmission to save money on labor to modifying your mom's old Civic.

    By Logan K. Carter 17 days ago Read More
  • BREMERHAVEN, GERMANY - AUGUST 11: Cars of German car maker Mercedes (R) and other brands stand parked in front of the car carrier ship Danube Highway at the automotive terminal on August 11, 2025 in Bremerhaven, Germany. Following an agreement between the European Union and the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump, a tariff of 15% on most imports from the EU to the US, including automobiles and parts, went into effect on August 7. Some items face no tariffs, while steel and aluminum are tagged with a 50% tariff. (Photo by Focke Strangmann/Getty Images)
    103

    European Automakers Spent $6 Billion On Tariffs Last Year

    We're looking at the tariff costs borne by European automakers, as well as the desire for Chinese EVs among U.S. car buyers and more.

    By Amber DaSilva 17 days ago Read More
  • 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS 550 front three-quarter image
    57

    At $8,900, Is This 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS 550 A Beautiful Bargain?

    What's your take on this seemingly solid CLS and that $8,900 asking? Does that seem fair given the car's apparent condition?

    By Rob Emslie 17 days ago Read More
  • Rear 3/4 of 2026 Porsche 911 Turbo S parked on twisty road
    28

    Electric Turbos: Are They A Gimmick?

    It's up for debate whether electric turbochargers can actually be considered turbochargers, but are they a real game-changer or just a high-tech gimmick?

    By Charles Krome 17 days ago Read More
  • A lighter in a car dashboard
    9

    When Did Automakers Start Offering A Smokers Package Instead Of The Lighter And Ashtray?

    The cigarette lighter and ashtray once were in every new car. Then the culture shifted, and these became options automakers could use to make an extra buck.

    By Alvin Reyes 18 days ago Read More
  • A blue Lexus ISF driving down the street
    4

    ZF 8 Speed Vs. Aisin 8 Speed Transmissions: How Do They Compare?

    ZF and Aisin make two of the most popular and most successful eight-speed gearboxes on the market, but how do the two transmissions stack up side by side?

    By Peter Nelson 18 days ago Read More
  • A stretched brown 1967 Porsche 911 S customized by Troutman And Barnes
    8

    The OG Four-Door Porsche Sports Sedan Wasn't Even Built By Porsche

    More than 40 years before the Panamera went into production, a four-door Porsche had already been conceived. But it was the brainchild of a Texan, not a German.

    By Peter Nelson 18 days ago Read More
  • A pickup truck driving down a dirt road.
    20

    Do Dirt Roads Even Have Speed Limits?

    Dirt roads can be difficult for some vehicles to drive on, so you might think there's no reason for them to have speed limits. But that's far from the truth.

    By Nico DeMattia 18 days ago Read More
  • 1970 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray with LT-1 V8 engine
    4

    Chevy LT1 V8s: A Comparison Of Three Small Blocks

    The General Motors LT1 engines might be long-running, but the mills it has adorned are quite different. So which LT1 is which, and what are the differences?

    By Benjamin Gracias 18 days ago Read More
  • A 1987 Chrysler New Yorker in black parked on a sidewalk
    18

    The '80s Car Feature That Would Fit Perfectly In The AI Hellscape Of Today

    Modern cars are making use of artificial intelligence for plenty of features today, but one feature from the '80s feels like it came from the modern era.

    By Shane Schmid 18 days ago Read More
  • A red van with its rear doors open showcasing an aftermarket stereo setup.
    13

    Places Where Playing Your Music Too Loudly In Your Car Can Get You Into A Surprising Amount Of Trouble

    You might be tempted to make use of as much of your car's stereo system as possible. But you'll face penalties if you get too loud with it in certain areas.

    By Marko Mikulic 18 days ago Read More
  • Cadillac CT5 rear badging
    59

    Cadillac Phases Out Torque Badges After 6 Years Of Nobody Understanding What They Mean

    The numeric badges on the back of Cadillac's cars signified how much torque they had, in newton-meters, rounded up to the nearest 50. Yes, it was a dumb idea.

    By Brad Brownell 18 days ago Read More
  • Used engine oil being poured into a funnel
    17

    Recycling Motor Oil Isn't Just The Law, It's Great If You Like Living On Earth, Too

    We've probably all heard that we should recycle motor oil, but why is it so important for the environment? And what happens if we fail to do it?

    By Chloe Clougher 18 days ago Read More
  • The Quo Vadis sculpture is a walking Trabant made of bronze
    2

    This Statue Of A Trabant With Legs Will Absolutely Haunt Your Dreams

    We're used to seeing cars as art, but the Trabant is a niche choice. And adding legs to this one has unquestionably created the stuff of nightmares.

    By Chloe Clougher 18 days ago Read More
  • Closeup of a car tire with snow on the ground and in its treads
    53

    Most Drivers Don't Know The 7-7 Rule For Tires: Here's Why It Matters

    If you've been looking into winter tires, you might have heard of the 7-7 rule. But what is it, and why is it important for drivers in chilly climates?

    By Kiran Menon 18 days ago Read More
  • A Stirling engine on display
    6

    How An Engine From 1816 Paved The Way For The Refrigeration Revolution

    Refrigeration today is something we can easily take for granted. But in the early 1800s, there was one entirely different method of cooling.

    By Nico DeMattia 18 days ago Read More
  • A scene from a commercial starring Robert De Niro for the American Motors Corporation's 1970 Ambassador
    1

    Before Robert De Niro Was A Star He Promoted AMC's Ambassador In A '70s Car Commercial

    Even future stars have to pay the bills. Robert De Niro brought warmth to the small screen as a recent college grad who wants his parents to admire his new car.

    By Charles Krome 18 days ago Read More
  • GG Quadster spotted
    14

    This Weird Street-Legal Quad Is The Coolest Thing I Saw At Daytona Bike Week

    Seeing a quad at a bike show isn't ultra rare, but seeing this custom street-legal quad from a defunct manufacturer might be the highlight of your day.

    By Brad Brownell 19 days ago Read More
  • A winch or cherry picker being used to remove a small engine from a car parked outside
    5

    Factors To Consider When Choosing Between Rebuilt Engines And New Crate Engines

    If your project car has a busted engine, you may be trying to choose between a new crate motor and a rebuild. Here's how to decide which is right for you.

    By Benjamin Gracias 19 days ago Read More
  • A Saab Monstret in the Saab museum
    2

    Saab's Scariest Car Is The Twin-Engined 93 Dubbed The Monster

    While some cars have some monstrous engines, Saab surprised itself in the 1950s when it created an experimental twin-engined model to compete in rally races.

    By Benjamin Gracias 19 days ago Read More
  • Jack Nicholson driving in the film
    3

    Jack Nicholson Drove A Hydrogen-Powered Car Before Green Energy Was Cool

    Hydrogen-powered cars might seem like an invention of the future, but there was a car that pioneered the tech in 1978, and Jack Nicholson endorsed it.

    By Chloe Clougher 19 days ago Read More
  • A front three quarters overhead shot of a dark green Lyriq parked on concrete at an EV charger, though it's not plugged in
    101

    Dead Cadillac Lyriq EV Leaves Baby Locked In Car

    Luckily the baby was retrieved from the SUV unharmed, but the owners were left with a $1,000 bill for a key fob replacement after using the emergency access.

    By Logan K. Carter 19 days ago Read More
  • A Corvette logo is shown close-up.
    21

    8 Of The Rarest Chevy Corvettes – And What They're Worth Today

    You don't have to be mega-rich to own a Chevrolet Corvette, but some iconic, rare models are worth a fortune today — and by fortune we mean seven figures.

    By Josh West 19 days ago Read More
  • A piston's compression and oil rings stacked on each other
    6

    Low-Tension Piston Rings Provide Serious Benefits For Automakers

    Piston rings are an essential part of modern vehicles, but modern brands have moved to using low-tension versions of them for a couple of reasons.

    By Kiran Menon 19 days ago Read More
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