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  • A partially disassembled engine block showing the piston tops inside the cylinders.

    Bore Vs. Stroke: How These Two Specs Decide An Engine's Power

    Bore and stroke are two important measurements that help determine an engine's power. Here's what they mean and why they're so important to know.

    By Ron King 2 days ago Read More
  • A vintage photo of a mechanic holding an inner tube for car tires

    Why Did Car Tires Switch From Inner Tubes To A Tubeless Design?

    Older car tires used to use inner tubes for their tires, but tubeless designs have reigned supreme in the modern era. Here's why the switch was made.

    By Alvin Reyes 2 days ago Read More
  • Bentley seat finished in heritage burgundy leather

    Leather Vs. Leatherette Upholstery: The Pros And Cons Explained

    If leather car seats indicate quality and opulence, what does leatherette represent? Here's how these two materials compare in comfort, durability, and upkeep.

    By Chloe Clougher 2 days ago Read More
  • Rear 3/4 view of a camouflaged Mercedes-Benz G-Class Cabriolet prototype

    Mercedes-Benz Starts Testing New G-Class Cabriolet As An Early Holiday Gift To Me Specifically

    Mercedes isn't saying which powertrains, but this prototype seems to be based on a G550 given the lack of visible exhaust tips and non-AMG wheels.

    By Daniel Golson 2 days ago Read More
  • A gray 2020 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road parked on rocky off-road terrain

    Here's How Much A 2020 Toyota Tacoma Has Depreciated After 5 Years

    Toyota Tacoma pickup trucks are known for being reliable and comfortable. Here's how much a 2020 model might have depreciated after five years.

    By Monday Goma 3 days ago Read More
  • A 1960 Plymouth Valiant sedan in white in a studio

    Chrysler's Slant-6 Was An Oddly Tilted Engine That Refused To Die

    Chrysler created the Slant-Six all the way back in 1960. Despite its odd design, it lasted for a long time, and it even inspired the design of a concept car.

    By Charles Krome 3 days ago Read More
  • A head gasket placed on top of a cylinder head

    These Subaru Model Years Were The Worst Affected By Head Gasket Problems

    Starting in 1996, Subaru models began to face serious problems with their head gaskets. Check out the model years where these problems were at their worst.

    By Nishant Jayaram 3 days ago Read More
  • A clean torque tube sitting on a work bench.

    What A Corvette's Torque Tube Actually Does, And Why It Matters

    The term "torque tube" sounds exotic, as though Corvettes are somehow sliding torque all through the car. The truth is more mundane, but still crucial.

    By Chad Kirchner 3 days ago Read More
  • The Audi R8 V10 FSI engine underneath of the rear window

    The Pros & Cons Of 10 Cylinder Engines

    The 10-cylinder engine falls between the V8 and V12, giving it advantages and disadvantages compared to each. But there's one key way in which it stands alone.

    By Paul Stadden 4 days ago Read More
  • A LT2 6.2-liter V8 engine in the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray

    What's The Difference Between The Chevy LT1 And LT2 Engines?

    Chevy's LT1 engine was introduced in the seventh-gen Corvette, and the LT2 was introduced in the next. Check out the differences that make them stand out.

    By Charles Krome 4 days ago Read More
  • A 2026 Mazda 3 hatchback viewed from the rear

    Why New Mazda 3s Still Have A Torsion Beam Rear Suspension

    Older Mazda 3 generations used a multi-link suspension. Today, however, you might find that newer models use a simpler torsion beam suspension instead.

    By Alvin Reyes 4 days ago Read More
  • The 1953 Chevrolet Corvette at General Motors' Motorama car show

    GM Nearly Shut Down The Corvette Program, And Ford May Have Accidentally Saved It

    With all the hoopla that surrounds the Chevy Corvette these days, it's hard to remember the days seven decades ago when it was an endangered species.

    By Paul Stadden 5 days ago Read More
  • A 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet driving down a road

    The Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet Failed Because It Should Have Never Happened

    In 2011, Nissan created the Murano CrossCabriolet as a convertible crossover. This model lasted only three years before being discontinued, and for good reason.

    By Shane Schmid 5 days ago Read More
  • A 4L80 transmission on display at the Ypsilanti Automotive Heritage Museum

    4L60E Vs. 4L80E Transmissions: What Are The Differences?

    The 4L60E and 4L80E were both developed by GM, and there are many similarities in their designs. However, there are key differences between the transmissions.

    By Charles Krome 5 days ago Read More
  • A group of people standing around a Fiat S76 with the Beast of Turin engine on display

    5 Of The Largest 4-Cylinder Engines Ever Made (Ranked By Displacement)

    Four-cylinder engines are usually kept small to minimize vibrations. But the size and power of the five largest four-cylinders are tough to beat.

    By Paul Stadden 5 days ago Read More
  • 1968 Dodge Charger R/T rear end with emblem

    Every Dodge That Came With A 426 HEMI Engine

    The 426 HEMI engine is iconic, having made its presence known in multiple Dodge models. Its presence in some is rarer than its appearance in others, though.

    By Ivo Gievski 5 days ago Read More
  • A car's retractable door handle

    China Might Ban Retractable Door Handles: Here's Why

    In September 2025, China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology proposed guidelines that could ban retractable door handles in the country.

    By Nishant Jayaram 5 days ago Read More
  • A Mazda Cosmo Sport 110S wankel rotary engine 10A 0813 with two rotors at JDM Fest 2024

    Mazda's Rotary Engine Is Back In A New Concept, But Now It's Trying To Go Green

    Mazda brought the rotary engine back in a new concept. This time, the company made a couple of environmentally-friendly changes to the engine.

    By Rohaan Sakrani 5 days ago Read More
  • Someone holding a lightweight forged piston in the palm of their hand.

    Why Do Some High Performance Cars Need Forged Pistons?

    Forging and casting are two different methods of making pistons for engines. However, some high performance cars rely only on forged pistons.

    By Ron King 5 days ago Read More
  • Man using a car telephone while driving.

    5 Old School Car Accessories No One Uses Anymore

    From minibar gloveboxes to record players, cars came with accessories that show automakers were once bold, creative, and only mildly concerned with safety.

    By B. L. Johnson 6 days ago Read More
  • A closeup of the 427 Cobra badge on a Shelby Cobra

    What's The Difference Between The Ford 427 And Ford 428 Engines?

    Ford has a pair of engines known as the 427 FE and 428 FE. Despite their similar names, there are some noteworthy differences between the two of them.

    By Paul Stadden 9 days ago Read More
  • An LT4 engine in a Chevrolet Corvette.

    What's The Difference Between The Chevy LT4 And LT5 Engines?

    Chevy's LT4 and LT5 engines were used in a wide variety of different car models. Despite the similar names, they're actually quite different from each other.

    By Ron King 9 days ago Read More
  • A side view of a 6.7L Power Stroke Ford Super Duty

    What Are The Differences Between Ford's Super Duty 7.3 Godzilla And 6.7 Power Stroke?

    Ford's heavy-duty pickup trucks come with either the 7.3 Godzilla engine or the 6.7 Power Stroke engine. Here are the differences between them.

    By Chloe Clougher 9 days ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of the Genesis Magma GT concept

    Production Genesis Magma GT Supercar Will Have A Full Lineup Of Variants, From A Roadster To GT3 And Clubsport Models

    We got the full scoop on what could be the most audacious new car from a Korean brand ever.

    By Daniel Golson 10 days ago Read More
  • A Toyota Tacoma with Oracle's lensless headlights, seen in a front-on view

    Oracle Unveiled The World's First Lensless LED Headlights, And Tacoma Owners Get Them First

    The specialist company has created what it says are the first "lensless" headlights.

    By Matthew DeBord 10 days ago Read More
  • A classic GMC Brigadier with a 6-cylinder Screaming Jimmy

    Why Detroit Diesel's 2-Stroke Engine Was Called Screaming Jimmy

    GM's Detroit Diesel division once made a two-stroke engine. A certain trait about this engine would lead to it getting the nickname of "Screaming Jimmy."

    By Shane Schmid 10 days ago Read More
  • A technician assembling a Mercedes-AMG four-cylinder engine

    These 4-Cylinder Engines Make Power You'd Expect From A V8

    Four-cylinder engines are able to output massive power. In some cases, they can rival V8 engines when comparing their horsepower and displacements.

    By Benjamin Gracias 11 days ago Read More
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