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What Ecotec Means On GM Engines
Ever seen the Ecotec logo under a General Motors car's hood and wondered what it's all about? We've done the research so you don't have to.
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Why Window Louvers Were A Big Deal On Muscle Cars (And Aren't Anymore)
Window louvers were an iconic design element of classic muscle cars. But they also served practical purposes beyond looking exceptionally stylish.
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Yes, You Can Put LS Heads On A Ford 300 Inline-6, But It's Not Gonna Be Easy
Putting LS heads on a Ford 300 inline-6 requires some machining and lots of custom parts. Still some hardy souls have gone ahead and done it.
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Weed Spilled In Your Car Doesn't Violate Open Container Laws, California Court Rules
The Supreme Court of California has weighed in on whether "crumbs" of weed are the same as open alcohol, and whether they justify a probable cause search.
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8 Rare British Sports Cars With Killer Good Looks
The British were once known for making great sports cars. Some are well-known, but you might be unfamiliar with a few on our list — and they’re all gorgeous.
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At $9,900, Would You Class Up The Joint In This 1986 Mercedes 560 SL?
Like its pagoda-roofed predecessors, today's R107 is a model on the rise. Let's see if we like where this classy convertible is presently priced.
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Why Some Classic Buicks Have Three Portholes And Others Have Four
The 1949 Buick Roadmaster was the very first Buick to feature Ventiports, whose design evolved over the years. But what did the number of portholes signify?
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Ceramic Vs Steel Bearings: What's The Difference And Why It Matters
Bearings can use steel or ceramic balls, but that begs the obvious question: which is better? Should you stick with conventional steel or more modern ceramic?
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Before Tire Companies Made Tires For Drag Racing, Drag Racers Had To Get Creative
Before there were specific drag-racing tires, drivers and engineers had to make do with what they had, leading to some pretty creative - but flawed - solutions.
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The MazdaSpeed 6 Was An AWD 274-Horsepower Subaru Fighter. It's Also Horribly Unreliable.
It had impressive performance for a sedan in its era, but the pumped-up Mazdaspeed6 has lots of reliability issues that could be expensive to repair.
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The Gas Tank Levels Mechanics Say It's Best To Stay Between
Drivers have different opinions about how full you should keep your fuel tank. However, according to mechanics, you should stay within this range.
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How GM Made Everyone Angry When It Wanted People To Stop Calling Chevrolet 'Chevy'
"Chevy" shows up in everything from songs to tattoos, but General Motors decided in 2010 it was through with that nickname. It didn't go well.
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What's The Difference Between Single And Dual Overhead Cam Engines?
Ever wondered what people are talking about when they say "dual overhead cam"? Don't worry, because we're here to explain it all with our handy guide.
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Waymo Hits Child Near Elementary School, Company Claims Human Driver Would've Done The Same
The Waymo braked as soon as the kid emerged from behind an SUV, slowing from 17 mph to 6 mph. It estimates a human would've hit the child at much higher speed.
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Why Did Tailfins Have To Disappear?
Tailfins were placed on all sorts of sizable sedans and coupes in the 1950s and 1960s, but they were gone almost as quickly as they arrived.
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What Makes Engine Oil Turn Black?
Although engine oil enters cars as a yellow liquid, you'll almost always find its color to be brown or black when it's being drained. Here's why.
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There's Such A Thing As Too Much Dash-To-Axle And It Looks Like The Donkervoort P24 RS
If you want the Borzoi of motor vehicles, there's no better place to look.
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New Hampshire Car Inspections Are Back, Lawmakers Seek Creative Ways Around Them
NH motorists probably feel like they're watching Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck arguing over whether it's duck season or rabbit season.
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The Incredible Engine That Powered The Legendary McLaren F1
The McLaren F1 is widely considered one of the greatest sports cars ever made and a lot of its appeal is derived from the fantastic powerplant.
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China Is The First Country To Ban Tesla-Style Door Handles Over Safety
We're looking at China's ban on pop-out door handles, Tesla's continued European collapse, as well as an NHTSA investigation into F-150 transmission issues.
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At $9,200, Is This 1983 Suzuki Mighty Boy A Mighty Good Deal?
People love mini trucks, and they don't get any more mini than today's Mighty Boy. We'll have to decide if its asking price is appropriately teensy-weensy.
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These Are The Automakers Who Don't Support Apple CarPlay
Although Apple CarPlay is a fantastic feature for any iPhone owner, some automakers don't support it. Here are the brands that refuse to include the technology.
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How To Find A Parasitic Drain Before It Kills Your Car Battery
Parasitic drains can be extremely annoying, but they're not impossible to identify. Here are some ways to find a parasitic drain in your car.
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Why Do Automakers Use Retractable Door Handles?
Many electric vehicles have used retractable door handles, but they've fallen under scrutiny in recent years. Why have automakers stuck with them for so long?
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Remember Monsoon? These GM Cars Had It
Monsoon may not be a well-known audio brand today, but several decades ago, you could find it in numerous models, including these GM vehicles.
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11 Rare Mazdas You Probably Didn't Know Exist
Mazda had made some outrageous cars throughout its history. Here are 11 that prove to be unique, even if they aren't all that great to drive.
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What Kind Of Semi Truck Was Optimus Prime?
One of the most iconic characters in "Transformers" media, Optimus Prime, commonly features as a flat-nose semi truck. Here's what that truck is.
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