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  • Ralph Lauren in his 1938 Bugatti Type 57SC Atlantic.
    11

    Ralph Lauren's Car Collection Is So Good It Was Once Displayed In The Louvre

    Cars so beautiful they've been featured both at the Louvre and Boston's Museum of Fine Arts? Unsurprising if you're fashion-design icon Ralph Lauren.

    By Chloe Clougher 1 month ago Read More
  • Side profile of a 1986 Ford Thunderbird in a wind tunnel.
    18

    10 Ford Fox-Body Cars That Lived In The Mustang's Shadow

    What's the first car that comes to mind when you think of Ford's Fox body platform? Probably the Mustang, but it was far from the only model to use it.

    By Max Larsen 1 month ago Read More
  • A red 1971 Chevy Chevelle convertible with black stripes on the hood
    27

    Have Turbos And Hybrids Closed The Difference Between Small Block And Big Block V8s?

    The saying goes, "There is no replacement for displacement." But can adding a turbocharger or a hybrid's electric motor(s) let small block V8s match big blocks?

    By B. L. Johnson 1 month ago Read More
  • A side view of a black and red Ferrari LaFerrari parked in the sun with greenery and other cars on display.
    18

    Five Times Different Manufacturers Used The Same Names As Each Other

    While there are plenty of vehicles with instantly recognizable names, some manufacturers took names that were used by completely different brands and models.

    By Marko Mikulic 1 month ago Read More
  • Leather service and hand-book holder lying next to gear selector
    2

    How To Find A Car's Service Records When The Seller Doesn't Have Them

    If you're shopping for a used car and the seller can't provide detailed maintenance records, these tips may help you locate the service history yourself.

    By Chloe Clougher 1 month ago Read More
  • A lineup of classic American muscle cars at an outdoor car show.
    14

    5 Things To Know Before You Buy A Classic Car

    Who wouldn't want to own a classic car? If you're seriously thinking about buying one, there are some things you should know before pulling the trigger.

    By Eugene Buono 1 month ago Read More
  • The Walter P. Chrysler Museum with an American flag in winter.
    7

    10 Automotive Museum Closures That Are Heartbreaking

    Automotive museums are difficult to keep running, and recent events have made it impossible for some of them to keep their doors open today.

    By Michael Sullivan 1 month ago Read More
  • Toyota Crown Signia front 3/4
    58

    The 2026 Hybrids That Get The Best Real-World Gas Mileage, According To Consumer Reports

    Thankfully automotive technology has come a long way since 2003, and you now have an abundance of hybrid options that get outstanding gas mileage.

    By Collin Woodard 1 month ago Read More
  • A black-colored lead sled hot rod with an open hood on display outdoors with people standing around the vehicle.
    29

    9 Hot Rodder Terms You've Heard, But Probably Never Fully Understood

    Hot rods were once a huge part of American youth culture, so much so that hot rodders developed their own language. Here are the classic terms you should know.

    By Zak Wojnar 1 month ago Read More
  • A car wheel bearing being held by a glove
    6

    5 Wheel Bearing Myths It's Time To Set Straight

    Wheel bearings are a very overlooked part of your vehicle, and that's led to a number of incorrect (and potentially dangerous) myths surrounding them.

    By Benjamin Gracias 1 month ago Read More
  • A white 2025 Ford Super Duty towing a large RV trailer on an open road
    31

    These Are The 2026 Pickup Trucks That Can Tow The Most

    Modern trucks are vastly more capable than their counterparts from a generation ago, and these are the models that are best at towing and trailering.

    By Ivo Gievski 1 month ago Read More
  • A Citroën Pluriel about to be thrown by a trebuchet
    3

    If You're Having A Hard Day, Just Watch These Cars Get Trebucheted

    A trebuchet is not the same as a catapult, but it can still launch a car into the sky. These five videos may give you a chuckle or leave you in awe.

    By Charles Krome 1 month ago Read More
  • A well-maintained black Toyota Corolla
    12

    The Simple Upgrades That Make Your Cheap Car Feel Expensive

    If you have a cheap, old car, there are some simple ways you could make it feel like a high-end luxury model if you're willing to make some upgrades.

    By Benjamin Gracias 1 month ago Read More
  • A black armored Range Rover surrounded by security men in black suits and sunglasses
    5

    This Is What Goes Into Building An Armored Vehicle (And What It Costs)

    If you're expecting a troop of baddies with high-powered guns and explosives, you need an armored car. But there's lots to buy, and it won't come cheap.

    By Zak Wojnar 1 month ago Read More
  • A Lancia Fulvia Coupe 1.6 HF parked by a building
    7

    5 Oddball Cars With V4 Engines

    While you'll commonly see inline-fours, V6s, or V8s today, a few oddball cars in the past have boasted V4 engines that allowed for unique designs.

    By Benjamin Gracias 2 months ago Read More
  • High gas prices are displayed at a downtown Chevron station on March 3, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
    164

    These States Have Seen The Highest Jumps In Gas Prices One Week Into The U.S.-Israel War With Iran

    The average price of a gallon of gas is up in literally every state across the country — some more than others, but no state has been completely spared.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 2 months ago Read More
  • Low-down shot of a purple 1932 Ford hot rod
    11

    5 Vintage Cars Other Than '32 Fords That Would Make Fantastic Hot Rods

    It feels that every other hot rod is a 1930s Ford, so it’s worth thinking outside the box. Here are five cool alternatives to inspire your next build.

    By Chloe Clougher 2 months ago Read More
  • Red 2026 Honda Civic Hybrid sedan seen in left front three-quarter view parked in a downtown area
    5

    5 Popular Car Brands That Build Cars In Canada

    Canada is home to a large manufacturing industry, including the production of numerous popular vehicles. These brands build cars in the Great White North.

    By Michael Sullivan 2 months ago Read More
  • George Russell of Great Britain driving the (63) Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team W17 on track during F1 testing at the Bahrain International Circuit.
    1

    F1 Cars Have New Lights This Season, And They Can Tell You A Lot

    With five total lights now on every F1 car, two at the front and three at the back, they can signal all sorts of important information to the drivers.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 2 months ago Read More
  • Chrysler 5.7-liter Hemi engine in a Dodge Magnum
    22

    6 Cars That Missed Out On The Hemi They Deserved

    The ubiquitous Hemi V8 defined an era for brands like Chrysler and Dodge, but there were still some cars that missed out on the iconic V8 powerplant.

    By Brad Brownell 2 months ago Read More
  • 2017 Range Rover Evoque automatic gear selector
    18

    The World's First 9-Speed Automatic Transmission Was Plagued With Problems

    Nine-speed gearboxes may be commonplace now, but the world's first example didn't have such an easy birth when it was launched. And it wasn't that long ago.

    By Chloe Clougher 2 months ago Read More
  • Side view of a 1969 Skyline 2000GT.
    15

    12 Popular Cars That Weren't Meant To Be Full Models, At First

    The auto industry is unpredictable. Some of the most iconic cars began as simple trim packages before growing into full models that exceeded all expectations.

    By Max Larsen 2 months ago Read More
  • Congested highway intersection with multiple flyovers near Houston, Texas
    102

    Why Texas Leads The US In Interstate Fatalities (And It's Not Just Bad Drivers)

    Texans aren't exactly known for being responsible drivers, but that doesn't fully explain why their roads are so dangerous. Here's the story behind the numbers.

    By Chloe Clougher 2 months ago Read More
  • Acura NSX tape deck
    33

    5 Easy Ways To Put A Tape Deck In Your Car (Because Lexus Was Right All Along)

    Lexus last made a car with a tape deck over 15 years ago, but that shouldn't stop you from putting one in your car today and experiencing audio joy.

    By Brad Brownell 2 months ago Read More
  • Vintage Dodge Charger R/T with 440 Magnum engine
    22

    What's The Difference Between The Mopar 440 And 440 Magnum Muscle Car Engines?

    The Mopar 440 powered late '60s Dodge and Plymouth cars, with both standard and iconic high-performance versions putting their stamp on the muscle car era.

    By B. L. Johnson 2 months ago Read More
  • Broken engine mount
    6

    Hydraulic Vs Rubber Engine Mounts: How Are They Different And Why It Matters

    Engine mounts are vital automotive components, but they're not all the same. Here's the difference between standard rubber mounts and hydraulic versions.

    By B. L. Johnson 2 months ago Read More
  • A BMW N54 engine alongside a BMW N55 engine on a graduated blue background
    13

    How Does The BMW N54 Compare To The N55?

    The BMW 3.0 N55 engine only came a few years later than the 3.0 N54, and both had much the same power output, so what are the differences between the two?

    By B. L. Johnson 2 months ago Read More
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