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Is Ceramic Coating Worth It? Here's How It Holds Up In The Real World

While expensive, if you're serious about paint protection a professional ceramic coating is a great solution

Here's Why The Dealer Doesn't Want You To Pay That Car Loan Off Right Away

Dealerships may say otherwise, but going into buying a new or used car with some finance knowledge can save you serious money.

How To Free A Stuck Key From Your Car's Ignition

There are a handful of potential simple fixes if your key gets stuck in the ignition, such as jiggling the keys the right way, or using materials to help.

How To Know When Your MAF Sensor Goes Bad, And How To Clean It

Cleaning or replacing your mass airflow sensor is easier than you might think, and it'll make a big difference

Learn How A Motorcycle Clutch Works

Motorcycle clutches are vastly different from the ones you'll find in a car

3 Things To Know About Dodge's Hurricane Engine, Because Turbos Are Taking Over

Stellantis' new turbocharged inline-6 is smaller and more powerful than the Hemi V8 it replaces

What's The Difference Between SOHC, DOHC And OVH Engines?

Don't know the difference between single overhead cam, dual overhead cam and overhead valve engines? We've got you

Here's How To Make Your Car's Black Plastic Trim Look Like New Again

There are a few solid ways to restore the black plastic trim on the exterior of your car

What Is Overdrive In A Car, And When Should You Use It?

Overdrive is a way to improve fuel economy and drive more efficiently at higher speeds

What The 'S' On Your Gear Shift Means (And When You Should Be Using It)

The "S" need not stand for Secret: Here's what the extra letter on some automatic transmissions actually means.

Here Are Some Wet Weather Driving Tips My Midwestern Coworkers Laughed At Me For Not Knowing

Now Might Be The Best Time Ever To Buy A Used Car

No Spare? No Problem. Here's What Every Car Should Carry In Case Of A Flat

Why Don't Turbocharged Cars Need Hood Scoops Anymore?

Here's Every State Where You Can Drive Your Jeep Without Doors

Here's How To Clean That Nasty Haze Inside Your Car Windows

Here's Why Saltwater Can Cause EVs To Burst Into Flames

How To Heist Millions Of Dollars In Cars At Pebble Beach: A Step-By-Step Guide

Stop Flashing Your Brights At Traffic Lights, It Doesn't Change Anything

Here's The Incredibly Dumb Reality Behind Those 'Speed Limit Enforced By Aircraft' Signs

This Is All It Takes To Rip The Hose Off A Gas Pump

Gymkhana Is Way Older Than Ken Block And Originally Involved Horses

This Is Not "Handling"

Driving With A Dome Light On Might Annoy Dad But He's Lying, It's Not Illegal

Here's Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About The Different Types Of Speed Humps

Why Do California's Gas Pumps Look So Funny?

You May Be Doing Stoplights Wrong