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  • circa June 2022: Close up view of gas price inflation at a Shell gas station during the summer
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    Summer Blend Vs. Winter Blend Gas: What's The Difference?

    Summer and winter blends are in place to protect American citizens' right to clean air regardless of their region's population density and weather conditions.

    By Logan K. Carter 6 months ago Read More
  • An Audi Q4 e-tron on display at an auto show.
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    Yes, The Audi Q4 E-Tron Really Does Have Drum Brakes

    In an era when disc brakes have pretty much displaced drum brakes, it's a bit of a shock that the Audi Q4 E-Tron has drums. And it's not alone. Here's why.

    By Sam Ellis 6 months ago Read More
  • Closeup of a gear shift on a manual transmission car.
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    What Is Rev Matching, And Is It Really Necessary?

    Drivers of cars with manual transmissions may do something called "rev matching." But what, exactly, is it? And do manuals' drivers really need to do it?

    By Nicholas Werner 6 months ago Read More
  • A red 2016 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat.
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    What Makes The Dodge Hellcat Supercharger Sound So Loud?

    Dodge's Hellcat supercharger has been around for a decade, and its trademark high-pitched whining has no shortage of fans and detractors. What makes it so loud?

    By Charles Krome 6 months ago Read More
  • A car tachometer sweeping up the rev range.
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    Why Your Daily Driver Can't Rev Like A Supercar

    Why does a Bugatti rev up to 9,000 rpm while a Camaro hits its redline at 5,500? Your daily driver is built differently than a supercar. Here's what we mean.

    By Paul Stadden 6 months ago Read More
  • The green Honda Econ button with a leaf symbol.
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    What Does Honda's Econ Mode Actually Do?

    From the term "Econ" you can probably guess what Honda's Econ mode is meant to do. But what does it do to reach its goal of helping you economize?

    By Nicholas Werner 6 months ago Read More
  • Citroen BX 4TC with yellow lights
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    The Reason French Cars Had Yellow Headlights For Decades

    From 1937 to 1993, the French government required all cars sold in the country to feature "selective yellow lights" for all forward-facing roadway illumination.

    By Brad Brownell 6 months ago Read More
  • Tim Favreau via YouTube
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    Yes, Some Semi-Truck Drivers Still Thump Their Tires, Here's Why

    Sometimes a low-tech solution is more than enough to get the job done.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 6 months ago Read More
  • The Montana license plate on a red Acura NSX at the 2018 Rolex 24 at Daytona
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    The Reason So Many Exotic Cars Have Montana Plates

    The Treasure State doesn't levy a state sales tax or conduct vehicle inspections or emissions tests.

    By Ryan Erik King 6 months ago Read More
  • The Lodge freeway leading into downtown detroit
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    The Most Ignored Speed Limit In America Is Staying At 55 MPH

    At 70 years young, the M-10 John C. Lodge freeway in Detroit is just not built to handle faster highway speeds, despite everyone usually driving way faster.

    By Erin Marquis 7 months ago Read More
  • Close-up of someone hand-shifting with manual transmission.
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    Want Better MPG? This Is When You Should Be Shifting Gears

    If you're driving a manual-transmission car, you may be wondering when to shift gears to get the best mileage. There's a simple trick for doing just that.

    By Jordan A. Rodriguez 7 months ago Read More
  • Family loading luggage into an SUV
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    How To Really Tell The Difference Between An SUV, A Crossover And A Hatchback

    We're here to answer all your burning questions about what really separates a "true" SUV from a crossover or hatchback.

    By Collin Woodard 7 months ago Read More
  • Closeup of a gas pump with its ludicrous prices
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    Why Do Some Modern Engines Really Need Premium Gas?

    We all tend to steer clear of the most expensive gasoline option at the gas station. However, there is a valid reason why some modern engines do need it.

    By Nicholas Werner 7 months ago Read More
  • Car idling and exhausting fumes.
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    Are You Idling Too Long? Here's What It's Doing To Your Engine

    Maybe you're waiting for a friend, or starting out on a cold day. How long should you let your car idle? And what will idling too long do to your engine?

    By Jordan A. Rodriguez 7 months ago Read More
  • close up of a worn rusty cv joint
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    Can A Bad CV Joint Affect Your Transmission?

    A bad CV joint shouldn't be ignored. If you let the issue go for too long, the problem can go to other components of your vehicle, including your transmission.

    By Brittany Crow 7 months ago Read More
  • An Aston Martin Hypercar gets refueled during a race
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    Why Racing Fuel Costs So Much More Than Regular Gas

    If you want to get into racing, you'll need to fork up money in more areas than just the car and tires. Racing fuel is expensive and only going up in price.

    By Brittany Crow 7 months ago Read More
  • Truck bed with raised grooves.
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    Here's What Those Ridges On The Bed Of Your Truck Are For

    It's clear why there's a cab on a pickup truck, or why there's an open bed in back. But what's the reason for those ridges on the bed of your truck?

    By Jordan A. Rodriguez 7 months ago Read More
  • A VW Beetle
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    We All Deserve Cheap Cars (Especially EVs) But Unfortunately The Auto Industry Can't Afford To Build Them

    The biggest disconnect in the auto industry is between consumers desperate for cheap vehicles and automakers that would rather drink motor oil than build them.

    By Matthew DeBord 7 months ago Read More
  • A Volvo XC90 driring on a country road.
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    This Is How The World's First Blind Spot Monitor Worked On The 2003 Volvo XC90

    Crane your neck really hard. Adjust your mirrors really wide. There were lots of suggestions about how to see in blind spots. Then came the 2003 Volvo XC90.

    By Greg Poggiali 7 months ago Read More
  • A close-up of a car's start button.
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    Here's How Keyless Cars Can Start Even With A Dead Fob Battery

    The keyless car is a marvel of engineering. But how is it that they can start even when the battery in your key fob goes dead? The answer lies in science.

    By Nicholas Werner 7 months ago Read More
  • Colored stripes on new tires.
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    Ever Notice Those Colored Lines On New Tires? Here's What They Mean

    The colored lines you'll see on new tires at a store have specific meanings that vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. Here's what they're about.

    By Jordan A. Rodriguez 7 months ago Read More
  • Red RAM 1500 parked in a driveway.
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    Why Ram And Dodge Aren't The Same Brand Anymore

    Once upon a time, Ram was part of the Dodge name. Here's why the company decided to split them up and what the future looks like for the successful brands.

    By Matt Yantakosol 7 months ago Read More
  • An NA Miata and Toyota GR86 driving on a road while stanced dramataically
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    What's The Point Of Negative Camber Wheels?

    Past a certain point negative camber is just an aesthetic decision, a matter of taste.

    By Logan K. Carter 7 months ago Read More
  • Chrome wheels
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    Why Your Chrome Wheels Are Pitting, And How To Stop It

    If you're committed to keeping your chrome, there are a few steps you can take to prolong the finish.

    By Brad Brownell 7 months ago Read More
  • Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy.
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    The Trump Administration Is Twisting Facts Big Time In Its Latest Attack On EVs

    Sean Duffy's DOT and Republicans in Congress have grossly distorted what NHTSA actually did back in 2023 when it proposed new fuel economy standards.

    By Matthew DeBord 7 months ago Read More
  • A dog having a great time in a car with the windows down.
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    Does Driving With The Windows Down Hurt Your MPG More Than AC?

    It's an age-old debate: Will you hurt your mileage more by putting on the AC or rolling down the windows? The answer is more complex than you might think.

    By Nicholas Werner 7 months ago Read More
  • Yellow gas pump pumping fueling silver car.
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    Is Topping Off Your Gas Tank Bad For Your Car?

    You know that extra gas you're putting in your car to top it off? Yeah, you may be doing more harm than good for your car's health. Here's why.

    By Jordan A. Rodriguez 7 months ago Read More
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