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  • Ford Aerostar Eddie Bauer Wagon
    22

    Here Are 4 Eddie Bauer Fords You Probably Didn't Know About

    On the outside, the original Eddie Bauer Ford set the tone — the two-tone that is.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 3 months ago Read More
  • Shark fin antenna on a black car
    20

    Why Car Antennas Keep Changing Shape (And It's Not Just For Style)

    The humble radio antenna has become more of a design feature in recent years, but sometimes the shape is dictated by function, as well as form.

    By Kiran Menon 3 months ago Read More
  • A black Mercedes driving through the snowy mountains and valleys of Iceland.
    3

    How Iceland Built A Car Culture At The Edge Of The Arctic

    Iceland is a large country with rough terrain, but it's managed to cultivate an extensive culture filled with automotive enthusiasts and unique races.

    By Max Larsen 3 months ago Read More
  • Fragment of a diesel motor close-up.
    12

    Long- Vs Short-Stroke Engines: What Are The Differences?

    Bore and stroke are important measurements when it comes to calculating an engines displacement, and the kind of performance an engine offers.

    By Rohaan Sakrani 3 months ago Read More
  • A red Honda S600 convertible sports car parked at the Los Angeles Auto Show
    6

    How Honda's S600 Sports Car Reached 9,500 RPM With Nearly Zero Oil Pressure

    Honda's tiny S600 sports car had a free-spinning 606cc engine that reached 9,500 rpm, but how could it manage that with almost no oil pressure?

    By Paul Stadden 3 months ago Read More
  • Silver 1970 Buick GS 455 coupe left front three-quarter view seen at an outdoor car show
    46

    10 Of The Greatest 'Coke Bottle' Style Muscle Cars Of All Time

    Coke-bottle styling originated with a manufacturer known for stodginess, but the design language went on to adorn some of the world's most beautiful cars.

    By Michael Sullivan 3 months ago Read More
  • Opel Ecotec engine with logo on the cover
    28

    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.

    By Chloe Clougher 3 months ago Read More
  • The rear window louvers on a blue 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1, viewed from above.
    31

    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.

    By Eugene Buono 3 months ago Read More
  • 1960 rare Jensen 541R classic car, one of only 193 built
    18

    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.

    By Ivo Gievski 3 months ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 of 1949 Buick Roadmaster at modern car show
    3

    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?

    By Charles Krome 3 months ago Read More
  • Front shot of a 2007 Mazdaspeed6
    27

    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.

    By Chloe Clougher 3 months ago Read More
  • The left tailfin of a red 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air against a blue sky
    32

    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.

    By Paul Stadden 3 months ago Read More
  • The Donkervoort P24 RS from the side
    59

    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.

    By Amber DaSilva 3 months ago Read More
  • A close-up view of an orange McLaren F1 engine bay.
    6

    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.

    By Marko Mikulic 3 months ago Read More
  • An automotive infotainment system with Apple CarPlay loaded.
    34

    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.

    By Chad Kirchner 3 months ago Read More
  • A 2026 Ioniq 5 Limited with retractable door handles drivng down a road
    21

    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?

    By Shane Schmid 3 months ago Read More
  • Close-up of hand tuning car audio
    9

    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.

    By Charles Krome 3 months ago Read More
  • A rear-quarter shot of a 2CV Sahara
    8

    Yes, There Have Been Production Cars With More Than One Engine

    The distinction of having multiple engines is usually reserved for specialized vehicles, but certain twin-engine production cars were sold to the public.

    By Chloe Clougher 3 months ago Read More
  • A mechanic servicing the shocks and struts of a vehicle
    4

    Gas Vs. Hydraulic Shock Absorbers: What's The Difference

    Shock absorbers are important for keeping your ride smooth and steady. Gas and hydraulic shock absorbers offer their own benefits and downsides.

    By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago Read More
  • New tires stored on a tire storage rack
    36

    This Tire Brand Scores The Worst For Owner Satisfaction In Consumer Reports' Ranking

    Consumer Reports has shared a list of the most satisfying tire brands to own. Of those brands, one in particular stood out as having very poor scores.

    By Monday Goma 3 months ago Read More
  • A black 1948 Chevrolet Fleetline classic car at a car show with bold chrome grille bars and large sealed beam headlights.
    3

    Why Did Automakers Switch From Sealed Beam Headlights?

    Sealed-beam headlights were a staple of cars from the 1940s, and they were even required by law. So why did automakers move away from those designs?

    By Chad Kirchner 3 months ago Read More
  • A Cummins turbo-diesel engine under the hood of a vintage Dodge Ram pickup truck.
    4

    This Diesel Engine's Been Around For 40+ Years (And Reliability Is The Key)

    While 40-year-old engines might not be expected to be the most reliable today, a certain diesel engine has found itself with an incredible reputation.

    By Ron King 3 months ago Read More
  • A side profile view of a black and blue Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+ on Michelin tires.
    3

    The Extreme Tire Tech Required To Set Land Speed Records

    Some of the fastest cars in history could reach above 300 mph, but they couldn't have gone that fast without the specialized tech in the tires they drove on.

    By Marko Mikulic 3 months ago Read More
  • A person holding old and new car spark plugs near an engine
    3

    Spark Plug Heat Range: What It Is And Why It Matters

    Spark plugs come in many different types, but they also have many different heat ranges. Here's what that means, as well as why you should care about it.

    By Rohaan Sakrani 3 months ago Read More
  • An V8 engine block with a red painted lifter valley.
    9

    Yes, You Can Paint Your Engine Block's Lifter Valley, It's Fine

    Those who want to fully customize their car might wonder if they can paint their engine block's lifter valley. Are there really no downsides to it?

    By Ron King 3 months ago Read More
  • A white semi truck towing a trailer.
    15

    What's The Biggest Load A Semi Truck Can Tow?

    Semi trucks are capable of towing massive loads, but there's a reason why you won't see them exceeding a certain number of pounds with their cargo.

    By Chad Kirchner 3 months ago Read More
  • An LT1 badge on an orange 2023 Chevrolet Camero LT1
    0

    Why Does GM Keep Reusing Engine Codes?

    Many GM engines share similar RPO codes; multiple different blocks are known as LS6 or LT1. But there's actually a reason as to why that is.

    By Paul Stadden 3 months ago Read More
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