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  • Man performing maintenance on an RV

    Here's How RV Antifreeze Is Different From The Regular Stuff

    Antifreeze is an essential component for vehicles with internal combustion engines. However, not all antifreeze is equal. Here's what sets RV antifreeze apart.

    By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago Read More
  • With a 71 Series diesel engine, this M4A2 Sherman tank is part of a memorial in Belgium

    Why Did Detroit Diesel Phase Out Its Two Stroke Engine?

    Detroit Diesel built its well known two stroke engine for decades after getting its start during World War II, so why did it eventually phase it out?

    By Charles Krome 3 months ago Read More
  • Mechanic opening power steering reservoir cap

    What Happens If You Overfill Power Steering Fluid

    Overfilling your car's power steering can have disastrous consequences. If you accidentally pour too much liquid, here's what can happen and how to fix it.

    By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago Read More
  • Hot Wheels

    Nerd Out On Car Design With This New Series Where Hot Wheels Designers Talk With Automotive Designers

    The first episode of "Driving Design" features Alex Alexiev, McLaren's principal designer, talking with Craig Callum, Hot Wheels' senior design manager.

    By Collin Woodard 3 months ago Read More
  • Operating the wipers while driving in the rain

    Are Silicone Wiper Blades Better Than Rubber?

    Silicone wiper blades are often more expensive than standard rubber varieties, but are they actually better? Here's what you need to know before buying.

    By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago Read More
  • a Ford Maverick in Grabber package Yellow

    The Original Ford Maverick Had Some Great Colors, How Does The New Truck Stack Up?

    It's not exactly a bold statement to point out that the original 1970-1977 Ford Maverick and the 2022-current Ford Maverick don't have a whole lot in common.

    By Erin Marquis 3 months ago Read More
  • An image of a Ferrari carbon fiber wheel

    Can Carbon Fiber Wheels Be Repaired?

    Replacing a set of damaged carbon fiber wheels is highly expensive. Here's how to know when you can repair them and when it's time to buy new.

    By Chino Ortiz 3 months ago Read More
  • Headliner of the Rolls-Royce Cullinan Cosmos

    Rolls-Royce Cullinan Cosmos Has The Milky Way Freehand Painted Onto The Headliner For A 4-Year-Old Who Loves Space

    The Cullinan Cosmos' headliner has an "ethereal interpretation" of the Milky Way, freehand painted by a single artist over the course of more than 160 hours.

    By Daniel Golson 3 months ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a gray Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross EV

    Second-Gen Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Is A Renault-Based EV That Actually Looks... Really Good?

    I think the electric Eclipse Cross looks great — we partially have Renault to thank for that.

    By Daniel Golson 3 months ago Read More
  • Audi's four interlocking rings as the grille emblem on a 2025 Audi A5

    The History Behind The Audi Logo's Four Rings

    It all dates back to Auto Union, Audi's predecessor.

    By Ryan Erik King 3 months ago Read More
  • Front wheels of a Rolls-Royce Spectre Black Badge

    Damn, You Don't Even Get Truly Directional Wheels On A $500k Rolls-Royce These Days

    It's a little thing that most people won't notice, but the nerdiest among us have been yelling about it for years.

    By Daniel Golson 3 months ago Read More
  • a screenshot showing a brown M-72 driving on grass in front of a forest

    Soviet Russia Produced An Off-Road Sedan Way Before AMC Or Subaru

    In its transition from traditional sedan to all-terrain vehicle, GAZ added 14 panels to strengthen the platform's floor, doors, and roof.

    By Logan K. Carter 3 months ago Read More
  • BMW's updated badge, depicted in a close-up photo

    BMW Changed Its Famous Badge But You'll Have To Look Very, Very Hard To See What's Different

    Don't worry, it didn't make any radical changes.

    By Matthew DeBord 3 months ago Read More
  • Tire sidewall showing the number markings for tire size, load index, and speed rating

    Here's How Tire Speed Ratings Affect Ride Quality

    Similar to tread design or tire size itself, tires all have speed ratings that measure the threshold of speed a vehicle can comfortably operate in.

    By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago Read More
  • Automecca Sports Van 'Brubaker Box'

    Feel Like You're Driving A Real-Life Hot Wheels Car With This Automecca Sports Van 'Brubaker Box'

    Fewer than 30 of these were ever built.

    By Collin Woodard 3 months ago Read More
  • Man in plaid refueling semi truck

    What Does A Lift Pump Do On A Diesel Engine (And How Is It Different From A Fuel Pump)?

    A lift pump and a fuel pump might be part of the same system that delivers fuel to a diesel engine, but they have very different roles to play.

    By Charles Krome 3 months ago Read More
  • A purple 1970s Plymouth Duster parked outside.

    A-Body Vs. B-Body Mopars: What's The Difference?

    If you've ever seen a muscly Mopar car of the 1970s, you may have wondered what was meant by A- or B- body. Here's the biggest difference between the two types.

    By Richard Sachek 3 months ago Read More
  • A pair of wheel spacers shown with lug nuts and lug bolts

    Why Did Car Manufacturers Switch From Lug Nuts To Lug Bolts?

    Carmakers constantly tweak designs to cut costs or improve on how a component works. Why have some of them started using lug bolts instead of studs and nuts?

    By Richard Sachek 3 months ago Read More
  • A Lotus Evora parked near cherry blossoms

    These 10 Cars Aren't Toyotas, But They Run On Toyota Power

    If you're looking for Toyota reliability in something without the Toyota badge, there are actually quite a few options. Here are some of our favorites.

    By William Harvin 3 months ago Read More
  • A yellow Subaru BRZ

    Subaru BRZ Series.Yellow Is The Best BRZ Yet

    The WRX will also be available in the same Sunrise Yellow shade.

    By Amber DaSilva 3 months ago Read More
  • A dual-exhaust system helps add power and style to the Ford Mustang GTD

    What Does A Dual Exhaust System Really Do On A Car?

    Double the parts can mean double the trouble in vehicle systems, but dual exhausts reduce pressure, increase efficiency, and provide more power.

    By Charles Krome 3 months ago Read More
  • A Nissan Z and GT-R, both in Midnight Purple

    How Your Favorite Automotive Paints Came To Be

    Next time you see your favorite car color out and about, take a second to think about how it got there.

    By Amber DaSilva 3 months ago Read More
  • Koenigsegg CC850, Rimac Nevera R, Bugatti Mistral and a 911 reimagined by Singer

    Watch Koenigsegg, Singer, And Bugatti Rimac CEOs Drive Each Other's Cars On Track

    If you love high-performance engineering, I promise you'll want to watch the whole thing.

    By Collin Woodard 3 months ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a red Ferrari 849 Testarossa

    Ferrari 849 Testarossa Brings Back That Name On A Controversially Styled 1035-HP PHEV SF90 Replacement

    It's sure to be one hell of a performer no matter what you think of how it looks.

    By Daniel Golson 3 months ago Read More
  • BMW Panoramic iDrive

    Drivers Don't Use Apple CarPlay So Much After All, BMW Says

    BMW has some rather compelling data to back up its claims, turning the traditional arguments against infotainment use on its head.

    By Justin Hughes 3 months ago Read More
  • Large check engine warning on dashboard

    Why Your Check Engine Light Might Keep Coming Back After Being Cleared

    It happens at the worst time — stuck in traffic or a long road trip — when you see that check engine light flick on. Here's why it may keep returning.

    By Chloe Clougher 3 months ago Read More
  • A front three-quarters shot of the Midnight Purple Nissan Z Heritage Edition parked in a photo studio in front of a white background

    2026 Nissan Z Gains Purple Heritage Edition That's A '90s Throwback With Twin Turbo Graphics

    The new 2026 Nissan Z will have Sport, Performance, and Nismo versions, as well as a Heritage Edition. They harken back to classic Zs of the 20th century.

    By Logan K. Carter 3 months ago Read More
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