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  • McMurtry Speirling driving upside down
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    Let Engineering Explained Tell You How The McMurtry Spéirling Drives Upside Down, Because We Certainly Can't

    A 17-minute video about a suction car is exactly what you need right now.

    By Collin Woodard 10 months ago Read More
  • A set of leaf springs on a truck
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    Why Some Trucks Still Use Leaf Springs In 2025

    With modern technology, you would expect antiquated gear to be a thing of the past. However, even in 2025, some trucks can be found with old leaf springs.

    By Nicholas Werner 10 months ago Read More
  • Someone pumping gas.
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    What To Do If You Think Your Gas Station Sold You Bad Gas

    Bad gasoline can turn into a bad situation within minutes. However, how would you know if you got bad gas and what should you do about it if it happens?

    By Jason Marker 10 months ago Read More
  • Red 2014 Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon
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    Why Are Cadillac CTS-V Wagons Still So Expensive?

    Cadillac CTS-V Wagons are a piece of American history, and they sure are priced that way, with the most expensive selling way over the average cost.

    By Richard Sachek 10 months ago Read More
  • A muffler with twin tailpipes on a blue car
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    Yes, A Muffler And A Resonator Are Different, And There's Good Reason To Pick One Over The Other

    If you have your sights on a car project and don't know whether to remove the muffler or resonator, you may want to know the differences between them first.

    By Nicholas Werner 10 months ago Read More
  • The routing of an engine's timing chain.
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    Why You Should Care If Your Engine Uses A Timing Belt Or Chain

    Though a timing belt and chain perform the same job, there are some differences in their components, which make it necessary to know which one your engine has.

    By Jason Marker 10 months ago Read More
  • two valves next to eachother, one clean and the other with carbon buildup
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    Save Your Engine: 5 Tips For Preventing And Cleaning Carbon Buildup

    The negative effects of unmitigated carbon buildup can include poor fuel efficiency, loss of horsepower, check engine lights, misfires and excessive emissions.

    By Logan K. Carter 10 months ago Read More
  • A Chrysler 5.7-liter Hemi V8.
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    Dodge's 5.7L Hemi Engine: Never Buy These Years

    The 5.7-liter Hemi is considered a reliable engine since it's reintroduction in the early 2000s. However, no engine on the market comes without its flaws.

    By Jason Marker 10 months ago Read More
  • A lineup of classic motorcycles ready for sale.
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    A Mostly Painless Guide To Selling Your Bike On Facebook Marketplace

    Are you about to list your motorcycle on Facebook Marketplace? Here are a few things you need to consider before creating your post and haggling for a price.

    By Jason Marker 10 months ago Read More
  • An Aston Martin DB3 in British Racing Green.
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    What Is The Aston Martin DB3 And Why Is It So Rare?

    The Aston Martin DB3 is indeed a rarity stemming from the 1950s. Here's how many were made, how many possibly survived, and their potential worth now.

    By Jason Marker 10 months ago Read More
  • A car driving with lightning bolts on the horizon
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    Are You Safe If Your Car Gets Struck By Lightning?

    With millions of lightning strikes recorded each year in the United States, protection should be a priority. However, is your car a safe potential safe shelter?

    By Richard Sachek 10 months ago Read More
  • Closeup of a modern Dodge Charger Daytona grille showing the Daytona nameplate.
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    The History Of Dodge's Daytona — The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly

    Daytona is more than a NASCAR track. In fact, Dodge’s Daytona trim turned model has a rich history that helped turn the vehicle into today’s beloved car.

    By Jason Marker 10 months ago Read More
  • E85 fuel sign with snowcapped mountain in the background
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    Yes, A Chevy 350 Can Run On E85, But Don't Just Start Filling Up The Tank

    E85 is definitely more affordable than speciality race gas. However, you may not want to fill up your Chevy 350 with it just yet. Here's why.

    By Richard Sachek 10 months ago Read More
  • A guy adding transmission fix to his car.
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    Is Using A Transmission Fluid Additive Worth It?

    There are many types of additives that claim they can help fix your car, but will a transmission additive really assist with such an important car component?

    By Jason Marker 10 months ago Read More
  • A van driving down a hot road that appears to have water on it
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    The Science Behind Why Roads Look Wet On Hot Days

    After a hot day, it may come off as curious why the roads look wet. However, there is a scientific explanation for it that doesn't involve a rain cloud.

    By Erin Marquis 10 months ago Read More
  • A two-tone white over red Chevy square body pickup.
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    Why Did Chevy Trucks Have Square Wheel Wells?

    Have you ever noticed that there is an era of Chevy trucks that had square wheel wells instead of the rounded ones you see today? Here is the reason why.

    By Jason Marker 10 months ago Read More
  • A vintage Camaro burning rubber
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    Switching Points For HEI Makes Sense, But Will You Really Be Able To Tell The Difference?

    If you're swapping points to an HEI distributor to lower maintenance requirements, you’re good to go, but will you be able to feel a difference if you do?

    By Richard Sachek 11 months ago Read More
  • A turbocharger running.
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    Why Turbo Engines Need Different Oil From NA Cars

    Turbo engines are a different animal compared to the typical naturally aspirated cars, and because so, they require a different oil. Here's why.

    By Jason Marker 11 months ago Read More
  • A 1989 Chevrolet Camaro convertible
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    Chevy's 305 Small-Block Was Way Better Than Everyone Thought

    Chevrolet's 305 small-block was created to assist with fuel efficiency in mind, which can affect power. However, this little V8 engine could do so much more.

    By Richard Sachek 11 months ago Read More
  • A red Mazda CX-30
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    Why Mazda's Skyactiv Engine Tech Is More Than Just Branding

    As more than just a Mazda seal of approval, the Skyactiv engine offers technical advancements which includes an impressive (and competitive) combustion ratio.

    By Ryan Erik King 11 months ago Read More
  • Side view of a Honda HR-V's front wheel spats
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    What That Random Plastic Flap In Front Of Your Wheels Actually Does

    Those little plastic wheel spats are all about aerodynamics.

    By Logan K. Carter 11 months ago Read More
  • A replacement windshield for a '70s-era Chevy squarebody pickup.
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    Why Do Some Old Cars Have Wires Embedded In Their Windshields?

    Have you ever looked at an older car and wondered why there were wires running through the rear windshield? Truth be told, there was a purpose for them.

    By Jason Marker 11 months ago Read More
  • A street scene from Fairfax, VA.
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    Why Your Engine Hates Short Trips, And How To Avoid Damage

    Taking short drives and not using a lot of gas may seem like it’s a good thing. However, it’s proven to be quite the silent engine killer if done too often.

    By Jason Marker 11 months ago Read More
  • The timing belt and cam sprocket from an inline four engine.
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    What Happens If A Timing Belt Breaks On An Interference Engine?

    Interference engines have moving parts that interchangably use the same space. Here's what happens when the timing belt breaks causing those pieces to interact.

    By Jason Marker 11 months ago Read More
  • A car battery in the engine bay of a car with a variety of symbols on top.
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    Yes, You Should Be Cleaning Your Car Battery Terminals, And Here's How

    Looking after the battery in your car is a simple way of looking after the whole car.

    By Owen Bellwood 11 months ago Read More
  • A mechanic adding oil to a car engine.
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    If Your Car's Guzzling Engine Oil, This Is What We'd Check First

    Is your engine’s dipstick indicating a low oil level, but you’re not sure why? Here are the few places we would recommend you look first.

    By Jason Marker 11 months ago Read More
  • A silver AWD badge on the rear body panel of a black car.
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    Is AWD Hurting Your MPG? Here's How Much Fuel You're Really Burning

    Do you own an all-wheel drive or are thinking of purchasing one? It might not be the best idea if your first priority is fuel efficiency. Here's why.

    By Owen Bellwood 11 months ago Read More
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