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How To Get Tar Off Your Car Without Damaging The Paint
Removing tar from your car can damage the paint if done incorrectly. Here are a few safe methods that include both specialty products and household options.
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The Weird And Dangerous Ways Drivers Stayed Warm Before Car Heaters
Staying warm behind the wheel wasn’t easy in the early 20th century, even after automakers began offering enclosed cabins. How did drivers manage back then?
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Here's How Tire Pressure Actually Affects Gas Mileage
Tire pressure has some interesting effects on your car's gas mileage. Here's how they relate, as well as what you should do to manage your tire's pressure.
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These US States Have The Worst Drivers, According To A New Study
Which states have the worst drivers? A new study that analyzed driving incidents across the nation reveals notable differences in driving behavior by state.
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Full Synthetic Vs. High Mileage Oil: Which Should You Use?
Full synthetic and high-mileage oils offer different benefits for different people. Here's which one you should use, as well as when you should use it.
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This Odd Jeep Transmission Had Two Second Gears: Here's Why
If you think second gear is one specific thing, think again. For a dozen years at the start of the 2000s, some Jeeps had a transmission with two second gears.
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The Pros And Cons Of Swapping A Carburetor For Fuel Injection
It's tempting to swap a carburetor for more modern electronic fuel injection. But while such a move can improve your car, it carries downsides as well.
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This AMC Gremlin Could Beat 454 Corvettes Through The Quarter Mile
The AMC Gremlin may not be remembered as a speed demon of the muscle car era, but this limited-edition model was faster than the 454 Corvettes of the day.
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Why You Should Never Use A Microfiber Towel Again After It Hits The Ground
You're in the middle of cleaning your car when a microfiber towel slips from your hand and lands on the ground — should you keep using it? No, and here's why.
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Want To Get Better Fuel Economy From Your Diesel? Follow These Tips
Fuel prices have been soaring for a while, and diesel is often more expensive than gasoline. So how can you get better fuel economy from your diesel vehicle?
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5 Of The Most Reliable German SUVs, According To Consumer Reports
German cars can be expensive to maintain, but they’re not always a bad investment. Here’s what CR data reveals about choosing a reliable German SUV.
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How To Spot Brake Lag Before It Becomes A Problem
Brake lag can turn your car into a death trap if you don't address it in a timely manner. Here's how to spot it before it becomes a catastrophic problem.
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Do New Cars Still Need An Engine Break-In Period, Or Is It Just A Myth?
A new pair of boots needs time to break in before they feel right. Does the same logic apply to modern engines, or is that just a popular misconception?
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Why Car Windows Shatter Into Glass Pebbles – But Windshields Don't
Why do car windshields and side windows behave so differently during a crash? The answer lies in material choices and the way safety changed over the years.
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Is It Legal For A Car To Have Two Different License Plates?
Because license plates come from state governments, the laws about them vary from state to state. Is there any place you can have two different plates?
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These US States Will Fine You For Driving With Snow On Your Car
Several states in the Northeast are toughest on driving with snow on your car, but a number of other states around the country prohibit it, too.
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3 Reasons Automakers Switched To Electric Power Steering
Electric power steering was just a novelty when it was introduced, but now it's the standard for the feature. There are three main reasons why this is so.
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What Happens If You Put Diesel In A Gas Car?
Topping your car up with the wrong fuel is one of the worst mistakes you can make. Here's what happens if you put diesel in a gasoline-powered vehicle.
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3 Things You Should Really Know About Your Car's Headrests, According To A Seat Engineer
Headrests aren't just for comfort or to bang your head against when stuck in rush hour traffic, they're a hugely important part of your car's safety systems.
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Cadillac 500 V8: What Made The Brand's Largest Engine So Interesting
The Cadillac 500 V8 is the largest engine that the luxury manufacturer ever built, but here's what makes its story even more interesting.
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Let's Say You Won A Car On The Price Is Right, Here's What Happens Next
You may think that if you win a car on "The Price Is Right," you can drive it right off the studio floor. What follows, though, is more complex and takes time.
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Why Some Semi Trucks Need 18 Speed Transmissions
There are numerous differences between a standard passenger car and a semi truck, including the fact that some semis use 18-speed transmissions. Here's why.
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If You Hear A Fire Truck Honk Three Times, This Is What It Means
Have you ever heard a fire truck honk three times, or use a siren sound that doesn’t match that familiar, high-pitched wail? Those sounds aren’t random.
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Cat-Back Vs. Axle-Back Exhaust Systems: What's The Difference?
Cat-back and axle-back exhaust systems both replace a car's stock system. But there are key differences in their comprehensiveness and effect on power.
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The Most Efficient EV In America Isn't A Tesla
Tesla may be one of the most well-known electric vehicle manufacturers, but it doesn't build the most efficient EV. Here's the company that does.
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You Probably Don't Need To Upgrade To Stainless Steel Brake Lines, But Here's Why You Would
Most average drivers won't need to upgrade to stainless steel brake lines. However, here's why some enthusiasts choose to do it anyway.
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This Pickup Left The Factory With The Biggest Displacement Engine Offered In A New Truck
There have been a number pickup trucks to roll off the factory floor with large engines over the years, but this truck had the biggest engine ever.
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