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  • Sunlight peering under the car's hood and battery
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    Why Car Batteries Fail Faster In Hot Climates

    Car batteries are designed to be durable and relatively long lasting. However, extreme temps can harm them. Here's how heat can damage 12-volt car batteries.

    By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago Read More
  • Porsche 911 Carrera T puddle light
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    Porsche Will Make Your Manual 911 Carrera T A Little More Cringey For Only $340

    One of the options I noticed in the Porsche configurator is so mind-numbingly cringeworthy that I had to stop what I was doing and tell you about it

    By Andy Kalmowitz 3 months ago Read More
  • Red and black mid-1970s Ford truck with two gas tank doors on left side
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    Was Extra Range The Only Point Of Pickup Trucks Having Two Gas Tanks?

    Some older pickup trucks came with two gas tanks, and automakers took their own approaches to this tactic for boosting a truck's range with varied success.

    By Richard Sachek 3 months ago Read More
  • A closeup of the Cummins Turbo Diesel logo on a white Ram pickup truck
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    These Cummins Engines Can Run On Biodiesel

    Biodiesel can be an effective way to reduce fuel costs and reuse waste material. However, not every car can use it. Here are the biodiesel-compatible Cummins.

    By Paul Stadden 3 months ago Read More
  • Russia's Aurus Senat in black driving along a rode with soldiers mounted on horses in the background
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    The Aurus Senat Is The Car Russia Built Out Of Spite

    Putin's Aurus Senat was meant to change the face of Russian automobile manufacturing. However, the vehicle is hiding some secrets. Here's what to know.

    By Shane Schmid 3 months ago Read More
  • Closeup of a 1968 Lancia Fulvia 1.3-liter V4 engine
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    The Strange And Clever Lancia V4 Engine Design

    Lancia, a car brand that was a leader in auto innovation in the 20th century, designed a V4 engine that was so unique, people are still talking about it today.

    By Paul Stadden 3 months ago Read More
  • Touchscreen inside Polestar 5 GT sedan
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    Some Car Brands Are Rethinking Touchscreens And Bringing Back Physical Buttons: Here's Why

    Touchscreens have only gotten larger and more common, but that may not be the way of the future. Here are the brands that are bringing back buttons.

    By B. L. Johnson 3 months ago Read More
  • Mazda Vision Model concept
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    Mazda Is Teasing Something Very Coupe-Y Ahead Of The Japan Mobility Show

    The so-called Vision Model concept seems like it'll have a B-pillar and four doors.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 3 months ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of the Mercedes-Benz Vision Iconic concept
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    Mercedes-Benz Vision Iconic Concept Is A Breathtaking Art Deco–Inspired Coupe With Solar Paint

    The fabulous Vision Iconic has one of the coolest interiors we've ever seen.

    By Daniel Golson 3 months ago Read More
  • Front grille of a Mercedes G63
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    Honeycomb To High-Tech: How Mercedes Grilles Have Evolved Since 1900

    The distinguished Mercedes grille is an important marker of the brand's personality, but it took many forms before it became the classic design we know today.

    By Chloe Clougher 3 months ago Read More
  • Close-up of a wire wheel on a red classic car
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    These Are The Coolest Cars That Came Stock With Wire Wheels

    Wire wheels have been an option for the discerning driver since the dawn of the automobile, but finding them stock has become rarer and rarer.

    By Shane O' Donoghue 3 months ago Read More
  • An orange 1969 Pontiac GTO with 400 cubic inch engine
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    What's The Difference Between The Pontiac 400 And The Chevrolet 400?

    You might think that the Pontiac 400 and the Chevrolet 400 were basically copies of each other, but the similarities are less than you might think.

    By Richard Sachek 3 months ago Read More
  • A side-view of the
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    Toyota Teases 'One Of One' Century Coupe That Would Knock A Millionaire's Silk Socks Off

    This truly unique Century model will be unveiled at the biennial Japan Mobility Show in Tokyo at the end of October.

    By Ryan Erik King 3 months ago Read More
  • Black Cadillac hearse
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    Cadillac's Long History Of Building Funeral Cars

    Cadillac is well-known for its luxury SUVs and sedans, but believe it or not, the brand also has a long history of making funeral cars.

    By B. L. Johnson 3 months ago Read More
  • A red 1968 Ford F-100 with a heavy patina
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    When Did Ford Switch From The F-100 To The F-150?

    Ford's F-series trucks have been best-sellers for decades, but it's been a long time since the F-100 has been part of that lineup. Here's why.

    By Chloe Clougher 3 months ago Read More
  • Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road driving in the dirt
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    What Does Toyota's TRD Acronym Stand For?

    There's a lot of history behind Toyota's TRD badge. Here's how the letters are linked to success on the track and what they mean for a vehicle's performance.

    By Abigail Longstreth 3 months ago Read More
  • An illustration of a silver GTD in front of a white background with blue lines showing how the air flows over, around, and under the GTD
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    Ford Built The Mustang GTD With Aero Tech Race Cars Can't Even Use

    The Mustang GTD's F1-style DRS system isn't allowed on race cars like the Mustang GT3 that inspired it.

    By Logan K. Carter 3 months ago Read More
  • Engine bay of a 2005 Aston Martin DBS
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    Aston Martin's V12 Isn't 2 Ford V6s Glued Together, But The FMC DNA Remains

    An unfortunate rumor followed the V12 that debuted in the Vantage DB7 for years. Here's how it started and why it was always wrong.

    By Jackson Lambros 3 months ago Read More
  • DPF warning light illuminated on a car's dash
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    When The DPF Light Comes On, What Should You Try First?

    The DPF is a critical emissions control component in modern diesel vehicles, but it can wear out over time. Here's what to do when the DPF light appears.

    By Chloe Clougher 3 months ago Read More
  • A person holding an engine's camshaft
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    Camshaft Specs Explained: Duration, Lift, And Lobe Separation

    The camshaft is an integral part of an internal combustion engine. However, camshaft specs are extremely confusing. Here's how to make sense of them.

    By Richard Sachek 3 months ago Read More
  • Biker passing microcars parked in Amsterdam financial district
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    Inside Amsterdam's Curious World Of Microcars

    Amsterdam is the Netherlands city most known for its biking infrastructure, but it's also host to a sizable fleet of super-accessible microcars.

    By Shane Schmid 3 months ago Read More
  • Front-left 3/4 shot of a 2025 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport
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    This Is The Only New Manual Transmission Pickup Truck You Can Buy In The U.S.

    Manual transmissions are pretty rare these days. In fact, there's currently only one new pickup truck available with a manual gearbox. Here's what to know.

    By Monday Goma 3 months ago Read More
  • a white Chevy Silverado with AFM parked in a patch of dirt in a rural yard
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    What Is Active Fuel Management (AFM) And Why Can It Cause Lifter Noise?

    General Motors' active fuel management system is an ingenious piece of engineering. Here's what it does, how it works, and why some hate it.

    By Shane Schmid 3 months ago Read More
  • a blue and gray bugatti veyron parked indoors
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    Yes, The Bugatti Veyron Really Has 16 Oil Drain Plugs

    Changing the oil in a Bugatti Veyron is likely to cost roughly $21,000, thanks to the vehicle's complex design and its 16 oil drain plugs. Here's how it works.

    By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago Read More
  • An older engine with a PCV system on the valve cover
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    Here's How A Bad PCV Can Ruin Your Engine

    The PCV valve is a critical component of modern cars. However, it can cause numerous issues if it goes bad. Here's how a faulty PCV can affect your engine.

    By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago Read More
  • 2026 BMW M2 Turbo Design Edition front three-quarter
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    2026 BMW M2 Turbo Design Edition Is A Hand-Painted Tribute To The Original 2002 Turbo

    BMW isn't saying how many of these will be built, beyond that it will be "produced in extremely limited numbers" starting in January.

    By Collin Woodard 3 months ago Read More
  • Rear defroster melting frost with the sunrise on the background
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    The Rear Defroster In Your Car Is Doing More Work Than Meets The Eye

    Rear window defrosters are invaluable when it comes to helping you see on a cold morning, but yours may do more than just melt ice. Here's what to know.

    By Chino Ortiz 3 months ago Read More
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