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  • Red automatic transmission fluid draining from a transmission.
    3

    CVT Vs. Automatic Transmission Fluid: What's The Difference

    Although they might share similar purposes, you can't swap or mix CVT fluid and Automatic Transmission Fluid due to their distinct ways of working.

    By Eugene Buono 3 months ago Read More
  • A 2024 Audi RS 3 Sportback in green on display
    55

    Why 5-Cylinder Engines Are So Rare

    Five-cylinder engines can still be found today, particularly on Audi vehicles, but you won't find many automakers going out of their way to manufacture them.

    By Shane Schmid 3 months ago Read More
  • 2027 Mercedes-Benz S-Class front 3/4 view
    38

    2027 Mercedes-Benz S-Class's Star Literally Shines Brighter With More In-Your-Face Looks And A Massive Screen Inside

    The S-Class has always been a fairly understated car, but that's changing with W223's facelift.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 3 months ago Read More
  • The 390 badge on the hood scoop of a red Ford Mustang
    13

    Battle Of The Ignored Engines, The Chrysler 383 Vs The Ford 390 FE

    These two engines were once considered pretty nondescript, but now they're desirable classics. But which of these zero-to-hero mills is best?

    By Paul Stadden 3 months ago Read More
  • Genesis X Skorpio front 3/4 view
    21

    1,110-HP Genesis X Skorpio Concept Is A V8-Powered Off-Road Coupe That Should Take On Dakar, And Genesis Will Sell You One [Update]

    Genesis has been on a hell of a hot streak with road cars lately, and now it's turning its attention to the sand, and the results seem rather extraordinary.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 3 months ago Read More
  • A Dodge SRT Hellcat Charger on display at an autoshow.
    5

    What Is The Difference Between The Dodge Charger's 8HP70 And 8HP90 Transmissions?

    You can easily find the automatic 8HP70 and 8HP90 transmissions in Dodge Chargers today, but there are a few differences between them beyond their names.

    By Ron King 3 months ago Read More
  • Audi Concept C interior
    34

    'Not The Best Experience' Audi's Design Director Isn't A Fan Of Big Screens

    Audi's recent concepts may preview a big change in dashboard direction coming.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 3 months ago Read More
  • A Smart ForTwo car parked in gray color
    4

    Long Vs. Short Wheelbase: How Each Changes Vehicle Handling

    It may seem trivial, but a car's wheelbase, or the distance between its front and rear wheels, plays a large role in how it handles. Here's what to know.

    By Shane Schmid 3 months ago Read More
  • Two car thermostats on a white background.
    5

    Why Some Engines Have 2 Thermostats

    A thermostat is an essential component of an automotive engine cooling system. While most cars have one, some have two thermostats. Here's why.

    By Eugene Buono 3 months ago Read More
  • A detailed close-up of the hood scoop on a red muscle car.
    9

    Steel Vs. Aluminum Hoods: What Each Material Does Best (And Worst)

    While steel was the traditional material used for car hoods, aluminum is becoming more popular. Here's how both metals compare and the pros and cons of each.

    By Marko Mikulic 3 months ago Read More
  • A workbench display of automatic transmission parts.
    5

    What's The Difference Between The 700R4 And 4L60E Transmissions?

    The General Motors 700R4 and 4L60E transmissions have some key differences in their design. You can use those differences to tell which transmission you have.

    By Ron King 3 months ago Read More
  • 1954 Chevrolet 210 2-Door Coupe at the Spring 2018 Daytona Turkey Run
    8

    How The Chevy Stovebolt Got Its Name And What Made It So Special

    Gear-heads might be familiar with the "Stovebolt" engine's name, but how did it get that moniker? And what made the engine so special to enthusiasts?

    By Rohaan Sakrani 3 months ago Read More
  • A Ford SHO engine is displayed on its own.
    19

    6 Performance Cars You Probably Didn't Know Used Yamaha Engines

    Yamaha is renowned for its high-performance motorcycles, but lesser known is the legendary builder has also put together some impressive car engines.

    By Josh West 3 months ago Read More
  • A white Ford Maverick Lobo parked in front of a boat ramp.
    15

    What's The Difference Between The Ford Maverick's 2.5-Liter PowerBoost And 2.0-Liter EcoBoost Engines?

    The Ford Maverick offers a 2.0-liter engine and a 2.5-liter engine. They have some especially notable differences beyond their displacements.

    By Chad Kirchner 3 months ago Read More
  • Front view of an old green Chevrolet Series AD historic car driving down the street
    1

    Chevy's Original V8 Story Starts In 1917, Not The 1950s

    The first Chevrolet V8 engine to succeed commercially was the 1955 small block. But it wasn't Chevy's first V8. That came three decades earlier.

    By Rohaan Sakrani 3 months ago Read More
  • The Engine Labs $10,000 Ford Coyote engine.
    6

    What's The Biggest Difference Between Ford's Coyote And GM's LS Engines?

    Ford's Coyote and GM's LS engines are still offered today for anyone interested in performing a swap. But they have some big differences in power and design.

    By Ron King 3 months ago Read More
  • A 1966 Cadillac DeVille convertible parked in the sun.
    2

    This GM Brand Introduced Heated Seats Years Ahead Of Its Time

    Heated seats might seem like a simple feature today, but they were introduced over half a decade ago. Here's the General Motors brand that introduced them.

    By Chad Kirchner 3 months ago Read More
  • A 3.0L Duramax diesel powered Chevrolet Silverado 1500 pickup truck in a parking lot.
    12

    How Did Chevy's 3.0L Diesel Compare To Ford's 3.0L Diesel Truck Engine?

    Chevy and Ford have both produced 3.0L diesel engines, but they have some noteworthy differences. Here's how the two engines compare to each other.

    By Ron King 3 months ago Read More
  • Max Rockatansky sitting in the driver's seat of his XB Falcon Pursuit Special, with a supercharger visible in the foreground
    27

    Can You Really Use A Switch To Turn On A Supercharger, 'Mad Max' Style?

    "Mad Max" features an iconic car with a supercharger that can be turned on and off. But how well could something like that work in real life?

    By Amber DaSilva 3 months ago Read More
  • Wilwood brakes on display at a show
    14

    Brembo Vs. Wilwood Brakes: Here's How They Compare

    Brembo and Wilwood are two of the best brands known for manufacturing brakes. Here are the benefits they offer, as well as which ones are best for you.

    By Benjamin Gracias 3 months ago Read More
  • Windshield wipers placed in the up position during a snow storm
    38

    The Risk With Leaving Your Windshield Wipers Up In The Snow

    As with all things, both sides of this debate have their argument ammunition.

    By Brad Brownell 3 months ago Read More
  • An illustration of an automotive piston
    13

    Should You Worry About Piston Slap? Here's What Experts Say

    Piston slap can create a knocking noise from your engine that seems very concerning at first. But you should listen to expert advice before trying to fix it.

    By B. L. Johnson 3 months ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of the Bugatti F.K.P. Hommage driving next to a red and black Veyron
    6

    Bugatti F.K.P. Hommage One-Off Imagines The Veyron Facelift That Never Happened

    Based on the Chiron Super Sport's chassis, the F.K.P. Hommage celebrates the Veyron's 20th anniversary, and the sunsetting of the W16 engine.

    By Daniel Golson 3 months ago Read More
  • A young woman in an old red pickup truck gets blinded by bright white headlights from an oncoming car
    102

    Why Headlights Went From Warm And Yellow To Retina-Searing White

    While car headlights were once a soft yellow, they've become much whiter and brighter in recent decades, much to the dismay of drivers. Here's why.

    By Paul Stadden 3 months ago Read More
  • The cross-fire injection badge on the side of an early 1980s Chevy Corvette.
    12

    Why GM's Cross-Fire Engines Earned The Nickname Cease-Fire

    The Cross-Fire engine used by GM in the early 1980s didn't get the best reputation. Here's why some critics have given it the nickname "Cease-Fire."

    By Ron King 3 months ago Read More
  • A technician applying tint to the front window of a Tesla Cybertruck.
    5

    Which Car Windows Can You Legally Tint?

    Tinting your car window can help protect your eyes and add some extra privacy. But some states have some restrictions on which windows you can tint.

    By Dave Goldberg 3 months ago Read More
  • A pre-production 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 driving at the Circuit of the Americas racetrack
    2

    The Difference Between The Corvette Z06 LT6 And ZR1 LT7 V8s

    High-performance Corvettes boasted the LT6 engine in Z06 models and the LT7 engine in ZR1s. Despite their similar names, the engines have some vast differences.

    By Charles Krome 3 months ago Read More
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