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  • Side-by-side comparison between an unmodified spark plug (left) and a side gapped spark plug (right).
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    What Does Side Gapping A Spark Plug Do?

    Side gapping your car's spark plugs could result in some modest performance gains. Here's what it means, how to do it, and why it works.

    By Greg Poggiali 5 months ago Read More
  • Mechanic replacing a car's front tire
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    Here's How Tire Tread Affects Gas Mileage

    The types of tires installed on your vehicle can affect its fuel economy in numerous ways. Here's what to know about how tires affect your car's mpg.

    By Alvin Reyes 5 months ago Read More
  • A woman in a white shirt pulls out her driver's license and is about to hand it to the cop who pulled her over
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    What Can Happen If You Get A Traffic Ticket In A Foreign Country?

    There's more to driving in a different country than which side of the road you're on. And if you get a ticket there, consequences can be tiny or huge.

    By Paul Stadden 5 months ago Read More
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    10 States Where Drivers Can Hit The Highest Speeds

    Most states' top speed limits don't go higher than 65 or 70 mph. While those 10 states allow you to go faster, they're not without their limitations.

    By John Brandon 5 months ago Read More
  • Various types of tires lined up.
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    All-Season Vs. All-Terrain Tires: The Differences Explained

    All-season and all-terrain tires each offer benefits and downsides. Here's what you need to know about both tire types and how to choose between them.

    By Abhik Das 5 months ago Read More
  • An automotive painter compares paint chips to the vehicle in the paint booth, using a color-match lamp.
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    How Automotive Painters Color Match Your Car's Paint

    Just get the number of your car's paint and you're all set, right? No, picking the right color to repaint your car is a mix of high tech and artistic eye.

    By Greg Poggiali 5 months ago Read More
  • Oil draining from a vehicle into a container
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    How To Recycle Used Motor Oil

    It's vital that you discard used motor oil properly to avoid environmental contamination and legal consequences. Here's how to recycle old engine oil.

    By Shane Schmid 5 months ago Read More
  • An abandoned older car parked in overgrown brush
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    What Happens To Abandoned Vehicles?

    Different states and municipalities have their own procedures for dealing with abandoned cars. Here's what generally happens to deserted vehicles.

    By Alvin Reyes 5 months ago Read More
  • a person applying a vinyl wrap to a car
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    Wrapping Vs. Painting Your Car: The Pros And Cons

    Car wraps are a viable alternative to paint jobs. However, both options come with benefits and negatives. Here's how to choose between the two.

    By Chloe Clougher 5 months ago Read More
  • Mechanic pouring fresh brake fluid into the reservoir
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    How Long Does A Bottle Of Brake Fluid Last Once Opened?

    Brake fluid is essential for your car, but it doesn't last forever. Here's how long it takes for an open bottle of brake fluid to start degrading.

    By Alvin Reyes 5 months ago Read More
  • Man talking on phone while looking under hood of broken down car
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    Lemon Law Explained: What It Is, How It Works, And What's Covered

    Lemon laws are designed to protect you from buying a dud. Here's how they work, what they cover, and how to take advantage of the protection.

    By B. L. Johnson 5 months ago Read More
  • Motor home parked with a scenic view
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    Do You Need A CDL To Drive An RV?

    Motor homes and RVs can be great ways to explore the world in comfort and style. However, you may wonder if you need a CDL to drive one.

    By Abigail Longstreth 5 months ago Read More
  • A Renault-based RAF 1 air-cooled V8 engine for aircraft
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    Who Invented The V8 Engine? (And No, It Didn't Come From America)

    When you think V8, you may be thinking about Ford, Chevy, and their inconic muscle cars. But the engine has European origins, decades earlier.

    By Abhik Das 5 months ago Read More
  • A blue-green traffic light attached to a pole in Japan
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    Why Japan Has Blue Traffic Lights Instead Of Green

    An international treaty requires the "go" light to be green, so why does Japan often substitute blue? The answer has ancient roots in the nation's language.

    By Shane Schmid 5 months ago Read More
  • A closeup of the Subaru/Motori Moderni flat-12 Formula 1 engine inside a Subaru-Coloni race car.
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    The Forgotten Story Of Subaru's Flat-12 Formula 1 Engine

    Subaru had a very brief foray into Formula 1 racing with the help of a flat V12 engine, but its a story that most enthusiasts have forgotten.

    By Paul Stadden 5 months ago Read More
  • a person cleaning the outside car windows with a cloth
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    How To Clean The Outside Of Your Car Windows For A Streak-Free Finish

    Keeping your car's windows clean is vital. However, in practice, it's not always that easy to do. Here's how to clean auto glass for a streak-free shine.

    By Alvin Reyes 5 months ago Read More
  • Cars racing in the NASCAR Cup Series
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    Why NASCAR Got Rid Of Rookie Stripes

    Rookie Stripes were once a rite of passage for NASCAR rookies and a cautionary tale for other drivers, but the stripes have since been phased out.

    By Abigail Longstreth 5 months ago Read More
  • Battery mounted in fender well of a Chrysler
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    Of All The Places To Put Car Batteries, This Might Be The Worst

    Being able to change the battery in your car should be one of the easiest maintenance tasks to do, but some modern cars seemingly try to hide the battery.

    By B. L. Johnson 5 months ago Read More
  • All classic Bugs, including this 1949 model, have air-cooled engines in the rear
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    How The Air Cooled Beetle Used Exhaust Gas To Heat Its Cabin

    The classic Volkswagen Beetle used a surprising method to heat its cabin, but it led to drivers using it incorrectly and thinking it didn't work.

    By Charles Krome 5 months ago Read More
  • Gas station in USA
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    The Cheapest And Most Expensive States To Buy Gas In America

    Gas prices are always a popular subject, and for good reason, because it can get expensive. However, prices per gallon are different in every state.

    By Benjamin Gracias 5 months ago Read More
  • Mechanic loosening the oil drain plug to drain the engine oil
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    Why Car Makers Switched To Single-Use Oil Drain Plugs

    The controversial switch to plastic oil drain pans has also heralded the arrival of single-use oil drain plugs made of the same plastic as the drain pans.

    By Alvin Reyes 5 months ago Read More
  • Man cleaning the engine bay using a degreaser
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    Engine Degreasers Explained: What's In Them And How They Work

    There are a few different solutions you can use to remove sludge and other contaminants from your car's engine, but soapy water should not be one of them.

    By Alvin Reyes 5 months ago Read More
  • Oil stains under the front of a car
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    The Most Common Causes Of Car Oil Leaks: Explained

    Oil is the lifeblood of your vehicle's engine, and that's why leaks aren't something that should be ignored. Here are the most common causes.

    By Alvin Reyes 5 months ago Read More
  • A man pointing toward an inverted motorcycle fork
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    Are Inverted Motorcycle Forks Just For Looks, Or Actually Better?

    Inverted forks, aka "upside-down" forks, look cooler than conventional telescopic forks, and certainly they cost more. But do they justify their price?

    By UmmeAimon Shabbir 5 months ago Read More
  • Piano black plastic is found even inside high-end rides like this Audi Q5
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    Your Car's Cabin Is A Hotspot For Microplastics

    Seems like tiny bits of plastic are everywhere these days, but a vehicle's interior is a particular nest of them. And are they good for you? No, they are not.

    By Charles Krome 5 months ago Read More
  • Cadillac Escalade IQL
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    Hoping Cars Would Get Lighter Again? Too Freaking Bad, Tariffs Are Killing That Dream

    High tariff costs and the President's deregulation push might have the effect of causing automakers to de-emphasize weight savings in the name of cost savings

    By Andy Kalmowitz 5 months ago Read More
  • The Lamborghini raging bull logo on a sparkling green Lamborghini Urus hood
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    Every Company That's Owned Lamborghini, So Far

    From its founding in a spat with Enzo Ferrari to pairs of brothers, a dictator's son, and corporate overlords, Lamborgini's ownership has been a wild ride.

    By Paul Stadden 5 months ago Read More
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