Crashes and Safety

Diesel PT Cruiser Vs. BMW M3 Track Battle Shows Just How Important The Right Tires Really Are

Our friend Jason Fenske of Engineering Explained fame recently took a Chrysler PT Cruiser to a track to race against a BMW M3

What Might Happen If You Never Wash The Underside Of Your Car

It's easy to forget about but washing the underside of your car or truck is every bit as important as washing the windows and sheet metal.

Why The 'Check Fuel Cap' Warning Can Be More Serious Than You Think

While it might seem like a straightforward warning light to fix, seeing "Check Fuel Cap" on your dashboard could be a sign of something far more serious.

Unsecured Penguin Causes Helicopter Crash After Getting Its Adorable Widdle Feet All Over The Controls

Don't worry, the penguin survived the helicopter crash. All of the people in the helicopter survived as well, but I know you were worried about the penguin.

An Abandoned Victorian Tunnel Is Key To Developing The World's Fastest Accelerating EV

Like a scene out of Batman, there's something mesmerizing about watching a very weird EV go exceptionally fast down a dark tunnel.

Watch Gordon Murray Automotive Thrash A T.33 Supercar Over Ramps And Cobbles To Calibrate Its Airbags

You might cringe at seeing a multi-million dollar supercar mistreated, but you'll be relieved if you ever hit a wild boar in one.

New Virginia Bill Would Force Reckless Drivers To Install Speed Limiters In Their Vehicles

Speed limiters are controversial, but a new bill seems likely to make them a fact of life for those caught driving dangerously.

Waymo's Crashes Are Largely The Fault Of Us Mere Humans

Waymo reported its vehicles were in 38 crashes between July 2024 and February 2025, and only four were the fault of the driverless taxi.

Six Russian Tourists Killed, 39 Rescued In Red Sea Submarine Crash Off The Coast Of Egypt

An accident in Egypt has once again put submarine tourism safety into the headlines.

Honda Dangles A Couple Of 2026 Passports From A Crane To Show Off New Beefy Recovery Hooks

You might assume recovery hooks are straightforward, but Honda had to strike a balance between strength and safety on the new 2026 Passport.

Fake Customer Takes Dealers On Vomit-Inducing High-Speed Joyrides For Instagram Clout

Of all the ways to chase social media fame, filming yourself driving recklessly seems like the most ill-advised.

Locals Warned Of Impending Stink After Dairy Truck Spills 6,000 Gallons Of Milk On Highway

We're all used to dealing with a jam on the road ahead, but how often do you have to avoid cheese when you're out on the highway?

Florida Man Attempts To Ram Tesla Protesters With Car

Luckily no one was injured when a Nissan Pathfinder drove into the crowd of protesters gathered outside a Tesla store

Cop Charged With Killing Cyclist Was Watching Transphobic YouTube Video At The Wheel

The Vermont sergeant was driving 40 mph in a 35 zone at 2:40 AM, and didn't hit his brakes until 85 feet after he hit the cyclist

Tesla's Alleged Self-Driving Tech Defeated By YouTuber With Cartoon-Style Foam Wall

Elon Musk insists cameras are enough for self-driving cars to be safe, but can a Tesla spot a fake wall fit for the ACME catalog?

The Safest Cars, Trucks And SUVs You Can Buy In 2025, According To The IIHS

While 71 vehicles were eligible for awards last year, only 48 qualified this year, and of those only 36 earned the coveted Top Safety Pick+ award

Rivian Adds Hands-Free Highway Driving Assist For Free In New Software Update

The new software works on 135,000 miles of highway right now, and will be expanding further within the next year

Subaru Outback Owner Crashes Into CarMax, Injures 8 [Update]

The Outback driver repeatedly rammed into the front door before driving through the showroom

These Are The Worst Transmission Recalls Of The Last 5 Years

Transmission recalls are never fun, but they do happen. Here are the worst ones in the last few years — hopefully your vehicle isn't listed as one of them.

Semi Truck Crash Tests Are Terrifyingly Satisfying To Watch

Semi truck manufacturers crash test their vehicles before putting them on sale, and the slow-motion footage of these tests is terrifyingly satisfying to watch.

Gene Hackman's 'French Connection' Car Chase Is One Of The Best And Most Reckless Movie Stunts Of All Time

The iconic car chase from "The French Connection" was almost as dangerous to film as it looks on-screen.

Tesla Cybertruck Owner Punishing Himself By Doing DoorDash Damages His Truck While Off-Roading On A Delivery Run

This Cybertruck owner makes himself do a DoorDash delivery whenever he gets McDonald's

NHTSA Finally Releases Cybertruck Crash Test, Just Don't Ask About Pedestrian Safety

The Tesla Cybertruck picked up a five-star rating overall and scored five stars in almost every test.

Snow Storm Causes More Than 1,000 Crashes In North Carolina Just On Wednesday Alone

Unseasonal storms hit the South this week, and with snow comes treacherous driving conditions.

More Than 100 Cars Pile Up In Mass Crash That Looks Straight Out A Bad Movie

Stolen $100,000 Skid Steer Rams Police Off Highway In Slowest Chase Ever

Florida Cop Looking At 'Boobs Or Whatnot' On His Phone Crashes Patrol Car