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  • 1967 Toyota Century first generation front 3/4 view

    These 7 Hemi Engines Weren't Built By Chrysler

    Although the HEMI name is associated with Chrysler's iconic V8s, there are a handful of hemispherical engines that were made by entirely different companies.

    By Ivo Gievski 11 days ago Read More
  • An inline five-cylinder engine's pistons, connecting rods, and crankshaft make up the rotating assembly that's floating in a black void background

    The Pros & Cons Of 5 Cylinder Engines

    Five-cylinder engines are seeing less use in recent years. While they have some unfortunate cons, they also have great pros that make them worth remembering.

    By Paul Stadden 12 days ago Read More
  • A Volkswagen Bus parked, showing its air-cooled engine.

    5 Engines With The Longest Production Runs

    These days, vehicles' engines seem to change with every new regulation. But these car and truck engines lasted decades with few major alterations.

    By Dennie Edwards 12 days ago Read More
  • An F3 race car with a black sidepod

    F3 Cars Used To Run A Side Pod Air Intake, Here's Why It Worked And Then Disappeared

    Formula 3 cars used to have side pod air intakes up until the 2010s. Check out why they were used, as well as why these pods aren't around anymore.

    By Chino Ortiz 12 days ago Read More
  • A cross section view of a rotary engine

    The Pros And Cons Of Rotary Engines

    The rotary engine hasn't found its way into new cars in over a decade. It has some fantastic pros, but its cons might be holding it back from returning.

    By Jackson Lambros 13 days ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of the Genesis G90 Magma Wingback concept

    Genesis G90 Magma Wingback Concept Is An Extremely Cool Wagon That Could Easily Go Into Production (And Probably Will)

    Donckerwolke said the Wingback is executable very fast with a minimal level of expense.

    By Daniel Golson 13 days ago Read More
  • A side view of the gold Crater concept driving through the desert in front of mountains

    Hyundai Crater Concept Makes A Big Impact As A Small Electric Off-Roader That Wants You To Play

    The Crater shows that Hyundai is taking the U.S. market and off-road segment seriously moving forward, while retaining a sense of whimsy.

    By Logan K. Carter 14 days ago Read More
  • An engine cover showing 1.6 L engine displacement

    Why Is Engine Size Measured In Liters?

    Gas-powered cars can be found all over the world. Even in the United States, though, their engine sizes are measured using the metric system's liters.

    By Chino Ortiz 16 days ago Read More
  • An old Lincoln limousine with a boomerang TV antenna

    Here's What That Boomerang On The Back Of Old School Limos Was For

    Many old school limousines had a boomerang attached to their back. While it's certainly stylistic, that strangely-shaped addition wasn't just for aesthetics.

    By Alvin Reyes 16 days ago Read More
  • A pack of four NGK Laser Iridium spark plugs

    Here's What Makes Laser Iridium Spark Plugs Different From Standard Iridium Plugs

    Manufacturer NGK makes its own specialized Laser Iridium spark plugs. Here's what exactly makes them different from regular iridium spark plugs.

    By Alvin Reyes 17 days ago Read More
  • A large V10 in a darkly lit set.

    11 Huge Engines With Surprisingly Low Horsepower

    Conventional wisdom says that a big engine will be stronger and less fuel efficient than a small one, but what if you could have the worst of both worlds?

    By Max Larsen 17 days ago Read More
  • Black leather car seats with red detailing

    The Most Comfortable Car Seats, According To Consumer Reports

    Consumer Reports conducted a study to identify the vehicles with the most comfortable seats across multiple segments. Here's what they found out.

    By Chloe Clougher 17 days ago Read More
  • Koenigsegg Gemera Drivetrain

    These Transmissions Can Handle 1000 HP (Or More)

    There are a handful of transmissions that are strong enough to handle 1,000 HP. With additional tweaks, some of the best ones can go even higher.

    By Benjamin Gracias 17 days ago Read More
  • The 6.2L badge on a blue 2022 Chevrolet Silverado ZR2

    What's The Difference Between GM's L86 & L87 Engines?

    GM's L86 and L87 engines share many traits, including horsepower and torque values. But there are a few key differences between the two V8s.

    By Paul Stadden 18 days ago Read More
  • A black and white Honda Eclipse on the street with hood bump

    Here's Why The Mitsubishi Eclipse Had That Giant Hood Bump (It Wasn't For The Turbo)

    The Mitsubishi Eclipse had a giant bump on its hood. It might seem like a simple aesthetic choice at first, but that bump is there for a reason.

    By Chino Ortiz 18 days ago Read More
  • A 400 cubic-inch Chevy engine on the dyno at Nick's Garage.

    Chevy 400 Vs. Ford 400: Here's How The Small Blocks Compare

    Chevy and Ford might both have 400 cubic-inch small-block engines. They might seem similar at first, but just how well do these two engines really compare?

    By Ron King 18 days ago Read More
  • The Allison transmission badge on heavy-duty GM trucks is going away.

    GM And Allison Transmission Are Breaking Up After A Decades Long Partnership

    General Motors and Allison Transmission share a long history, but that's all going to change at the end of this year. Here's what to know.

    By Ron King 19 days ago Read More
  • Close up of the grille emblem on a GMC Pickup

    GM Once Built A V12 Engine That Weighed More Than An Original Mini Cooper

    V12 engines aren't around quite as often anymore, but they have a storied history. General Motors once built a V12 that could outweigh an original Mini Cooper.

    By Jackson Lambros 19 days ago Read More
  • Hood emblem of a Lamborghini Jarama

    5 Car Brand Logos With Hidden Meanings

    Cadillac, Hyundai, Audi, Lamborghini, and Toyota all have iconic logos. But these car brand logos also contain some hidden meanings that you might not know.

    By Chloe Clougher 19 days ago Read More
  • R2D2 next to a :andspeeder at a Star Wars convention.

    Luke Skywalker's Landspeeder Was Built On The Chassis Of An Obscure British Three-Wheeled Car

    In a galaxy far, far away -- no, scratch that. The real story starts in 1970s England, where a weird little three-wheeler went intergalactic.

    By Charles Krome 19 days ago Read More
  • BMW 700 front end with a lady standing behind an opened driver's door

    11 Unique Rear-Engine Cars That Stood The Test Of Time

    Back in the day, there were numerous rear-engine cars that really stood out for their unique features -- and influenced the automobile industry in the process.

    By Ivo Gievski 22 days ago Read More
  • Chevrolet used the 307 cubic-inch small-block in a number of models, including this 4-door Bel Air, starting in 1968.

    Chevy 307 Vs. Oldsmobile 307: How Are They Different?

    Despite being under the same General Motors umbrella, Chevy and Oldsmobile developed their own versions of the 307. How are these two versions different?

    By Ron King 23 days ago Read More
  • A closeup of the

    Five Of The Most Powerful Chevy Small Block Engines Ever Made

    Chevrolet has put out some powerful engines over the years. In particular, there are five Chevy small-blocks that were the most powerful of their time.

    By Paul Stadden 23 days ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a snow-covered Mercedes-Benz GLB in a wind tunnel

    Mercedes-Benz's Cold Wind Tunnel Simulates Blizzards To Make Sure The Electric GLB Will Warm You Up Quicker Than A Gas Car

    My favorite bit? The standard panoramic sunroof can be had with ambient lighting that illuminates dozens of three-pointed stars in the glass.

    By Daniel Golson 23 days ago Read More
  • A beige Ineos Grenadier parked in front of a house

    These Are The Boxiest New Cars You Can Buy Today

    While most automakers prize aerodynamics, there are a handful of cars that stay true to their boxy roots. Here are the boxiest vehicles available today.

    By Benjamin Gracias 24 days ago Read More
  • A closeup of a C3 Chevrolet Corvette engine bay with a 350 small block v8

    Chevy 350 Vs. Oldsmobile 350: How Are They Different?

    What were the differences between Chevy's small-block 350 engine and the Oldsmobile 350? Plus, how did each of them fare throughout history?

    By Paul Stadden 24 days ago Read More
  • A person working on clay model of a car

    Why Automakers Still Haven't Ditched Clay Car Models

    Despite numerous advances in technology and computer capabilities, automakers still use clay models during the design process. Here's why.

    By Chloe Clougher 24 days ago Read More
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