Modern cars collect a tremendous amount of personal data, but there are ways to delete it. Here are the steps you need to take to protect your privacy.
Read MoreSome speed limit signs now feature a red border that stands out from the usual design. Here’s why it’s being used and what it signals.
Read MoreMichelin is famous for making tires and rating restaurants, yet the French company has lots of other projects on the side. But what exactly are they?
Read MoreA remote Mojave Desert attraction has left more than a few drivers stranded in the sand, making the right vehicle essential.
Read MoreThere are some massive planes out there that offer plenty of room and some incredible comfort. And this passenger plane has been the biggest around since 2005.
Read MoreCars provide many opportunities for fun DIY jobs, but you shouldn't attempt to build all of your own parts, especially when it comes to this system.
Read MoreYour car's backup camera is a vital piece of equipment that makes parking much easier. But if you don't maintain it properly, repairs can be extremely pricey.
Read MoreYou might have heard that a dirty car is more aerodynamic. But is there really any truth to that statement? Here's what the MythBusters had to say about it.
Read MorePort fuel injection has some big advantages, but automakers increasingly are using gasoline direct injection instead. The reasons are numerous.
Read MoreMore than 20 years ago, California stepped in to ban the gas additive MTBE, but why did the state take that step, and what exactly was wrong with MTBE?
Read MoreIf you've heard of racing enthusiasts and drag racers discuss blueprinting, but have no idea what they're talking about, this explainer will be for you.
Read MoreMercedes' 6.3-liter SEL was already a beast, but the 6.9-liter engine turned the Sonderklasse into one of the world's fastest sports saloons.
Read MoreAlthough crankshaft and camshaft sensors are generally reliable, they can fail. But what should you expect to see if one of your sensors goes bad?
Read MoreSeveral advances in aerodynamics technology after the '70s completely revolutionized the car world, making cars sleeker, faster, and more fuel-efficient.
Read MoreWhile we call both of these two fossil fuel sources 'gas,' compressed natural gas and gasoline are two very different things with some interesting similarities.
Read MoreShould you weld that cracked bumper or use adhesive to fix it instead? Both methods can get the job done, but there are pros and cons you should be aware of.
Read MoreSome car makers sell their vehicles through franchise dealerships, while others sell direct to customers, but what are the legalities of these two approaches?
Read MoreInheriting an expensive car sounds like a dream come true, but that is not always the case. Brutal taxes and legal hurdles can turn it into a nightmare.
Read MoreLove's gas stations and travel stops are legendary among truckers and road trippers. Here's the incredible story behind this iconic chain of fueling stations.
Read MoreHigher taxes help make diesel cost more than gas in some states, but it's less harshly taxed in others. The reasons lie in different states' tax philosophies.
Read MoreYou might have seen Europeans complain that U.S. gasoline has a lower octane number, but what's the difference between European 95 and U.S. 91?
Read MoreMulti-point inspections go beyond oil change courtesy checks, visual safety inspections, and state-mandated inspections to catch issues early.
Read MoreLow oil pressure can be extremely harmful to a car's engine. If your oil pressure light turns on, this is what you should check first and some potential fixes.
Read MoreYou probably know how diesel engines work, but it's one thing to understand the theory and a whole different thing to actually see how diesel fuel ignites.
Read MoreIn 2003, Subaru's Indiana plant became the first U.S. auto factory certified as a wildlife habitat, proving that car manufacturing and nature can coexist.
Read MoreTurbo cars are losing that signature whistle we all know and love, so some automakers are now using speakers to imitate it. It's still as fake as it gets.
Read MoreWant to give your car away? We commend your generosity, but people will inevitably assume there's a catch — and that assumption usually comes from experience.
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