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  • Twin-engined Diamond DA-62 diesel aircraft arriving at Bonn-Hangelar airfield in Germany

    These Two Companies Offer Diesel Airplane Engines, Here's Why

    Diesel airplane engines are extremely rare, but maybe they shouldn't be -- modern designs show they can outperform gasoline engines in some aspects.

    By Charles Krome 20 days ago Read More
  • Aidol humanoid robot launch video

    Somehow Russia Made An Even Worse Robot Than Elon Musk (Allegedly)

    Let's all just point and laugh at the bad Russian robot falling flat on its face.

    By Collin Woodard 23 days ago Read More
  • A Denso iridium spark plug and a standard copper plug on a brown surface.

    What's The Difference Between Copper And Iridium Spark Plugs

    Copper spark plugs are affordable and widely available, but iridium spark plugs bring their own set of advantages. Here’s what sets them apart.

    By Alvin Reyes 24 days ago Read More
  • A close-up of a clutch place.

    Wet Clutch Vs. Dry Clutch: The Differences Explained

    Wet or dry clutch -- which suits your driving style? From track use to daily commuting, each setup manages heat, torque, and noise differently.

    By Abhik Das 24 days ago Read More
  • Close up an analog clock

    These Cars Still Use Analog Clocks

    Despite the steady march of automotive technology in the modern era, analog clocks remain a sign of luxury, and are still available in a few makes and models.

    By John Brandon 25 days ago Read More
  • 1974 Mercedes-Benz W115 240D 3.0 back end

    Reliable Diesel Engines That Just Won't Quit

    Diesel engines have long had a solid reputation for reliability, but these powerhouses have proven to last far longer than even their stalwart cousins.

    By Ivo Gievski 26 days ago Read More
  • The exterior of an AutoZone store showing the logo with a blue sky in the background.

    AutoZone Owes Pennsylvania Online Shoppers $20 Each For Tracking Them Without Their Consent

    AutoZone’s website is at the center of a lawsuit over tracking shoppers. A settlement has been reached, but the company still denies any wrongdoing.

    By Greg Poggiali 26 days ago Read More
  • Terminal 1 at Melbourne Airport on a cloudy day

    Airport Lounge Chaos Sparked By Exploding Power Bank Inside Man's Pocket

    The man was hospitalized with minor burns to his leg and fingers, and he was the only person injured as the lounge was quickly evacuated by staff.

    By Ryan Erik King 27 days ago Read More
  • Honda V6

    Honda Is Working On Its First New V6 In 30 Years, And It's Not A J-Series

    We don't know many details yet, but the engine is going to serve as the basis for Honda's "Next Generation Large-size Hybrid" vehicle

    By Andy Kalmowitz 29 days ago Read More
  • 2026 Polestar 4 white front 3/4

    2026 Polestar 4 Has No Rear Window, But That's Not My Biggest Issue With It

    Driving the Polestar 4 left me calmer and more relaxed than I was when I got in.

    By Collin Woodard 1 month ago Read More
  • A grey Porsche 911 Targa driving in a tunnel

    In Rare Show Of Whimsy, Porsche Patents Tunnel Mode That Will Automatically Make The Exhaust Louder And Open Windows

    The feature could also activate sport mode, open the windows, crank the heater if it's cold out, downshift by at least one gear, and drop the convertible top.

    By Logan K. Carter 1 month ago Read More
  • 1907 vintage car with acetylene headlamps

    Before The Light Bulb, Cars Still Had Headlights. Here's How They Worked

    People needed to drive in the dark prior to light bulbs being standard vehicle equipment, so automakers installed headlights on cars the old-fashioned way.

    By Alvin Reyes 1 month ago Read More
  • two F-22 Raptors sit parked on the tarmac

    The F-22 Raptor's Gold-Tinted Canopy Is A Stealthy Secret Weapon

    The F-22 Raptor’s gold tint makes the cockpit shine like a pair of Oakleys, but it’s pure science engineered for stealth and pilot protection.

    By Jackson Lambros 1 month ago Read More
  • Lucid Gravity teaser + upcoming smaller electric crossover

    Lucid Wants To Be First Brand Offering Level 4 Autonomy To Consumers, Teases Upcoming Cheaper Crossover

    Lucid announced a partnership with NVIDIA to use its Drive AV platform to hopefully offer Level 4 autonomy soon.

    By Collin Woodard 1 month ago Read More
  • Ford's TransAmerica Trail expedition team of a Bronco, Ranger, and Expedition Tremor crossing a stream in a forest

    Ford Brings The TransAmerica Trail To Google Street View

    The TransAmerica Trail stretches more than 5,900 miles long from Port Orford, Oregon, to Nags Head, North Carolina, avoiding pavement wherever possible.

    By Justin Hughes 1 month ago Read More
  • A Tesla Model Y parked at a Supercharger station

    The Best And Worst EV Charging Networks In America (According To Consumer Reports)

    Consumer Reports finds that nearly 80% of EV charging events go smoothly, but touchscreen, payment, and hardware issues are still causing disruptions.

    By Charles Krome 1 month ago Read More
  • An AV-8B Harrier II of the Italian Navy in flight.

    Here's Why Some Fighter Jets Have Wavy Lines On The Canopy

    Those wavy lines on some fighters' canopies aren't a fashion statement. In a pinch, they could mean the difference between life and death for the pilot.

    By Jackson Lambros 1 month ago Read More
  • A red and white Harley Davidson Softail outside a garage

    Do Harley-Davidsons Need To Be Warmed Up?

    Motorcylists usually love the roar of their engines, though their neighbors may not. How long Harleys need to be warned up depends on several factors.

    By Chino Ortiz 1 month ago Read More
  • A black-and-white photo of the 1966 Electrovan, GM's experimental hydrogen vehicle

    Before Automakers Took Hydrogen Cars Seriously, GM Built The Electrovan

    General Motors has been dabbling in hydrogen power for decades. It began with the company's involvement in the U.S. space program and continues today.

    By B. L. Johnson 1 month ago Read More
  • The cockpit of the 2026 Mazda CX-5 with its new 15.6-inch touchscreen

    Mazda Held Out Against Touchscreens For Years — Now It's Finally Giving In

    Mazda had a touchscreen way back in 1990, but mostly has declined to use them. Now a soon-to-debut model will offer a screen nearly 16 inches big.

    By Charles Krome 1 month ago Read More
  • Ferrari rear detail

    Ferrari Just Filed A Patent For Side-Dump Exhausts, Because Hell Yeah

    Side exhausts haven't been seen on a production sports car since the Viper. Is Ferrari preparing to bring them back?

    By Andy Kalmowitz 1 month ago Read More
  • The Chevrolet Performance SP383's head at the 2019 SEMA show

    383 Stroker Engine: Why The Chevy Small Block Is Still A Muscle Car Favorite

    The 383 wasn't created by Chevy, but the bow tie has adopted it, as have lots of muscle-car owners. The secret is its "just right" Goldilocks appeal.

    By Paul Stadden 1 month ago Read More
  • The V engine of the 1967 Toyota Crown Eight

    Toyota Made A HEMI Engine Six Decades Ago, And Nobody Noticed

    Dodge may be most famous for its hemi engines, but from the 1960s to the '90s, Toyota made hemis, too. They still hold up well, though there are costs involved.

    By Chloe Clougher 2 months ago Read More
  • Rivian R1T front three-quarter

    Rivian's Sweet Kick-Turn Feature Delayed Until The End Of The Year

    While Kick Turn and the RAD Tuner were supposed to arrive as part of an update in September, that rollout has been pushed back.

    By Collin Woodard 2 months ago Read More
  • A blue electric car charges with a cable plugged into a lamppost

    Prague Is Betting On These Lamp Posts To Fulfill Its Ambitious EV Charger Plan

    One big reason people shy away from electric vehicles is fear of not being able to find a charger. But what if chargers were as close as every street light?

    By Paul Stadden 2 months ago Read More
  • Second-generation Formula E racers with Lucid's battery pack onboard

    Before The Air, Lucid Was Building Formula E Hardware

    Lucid is one of the new kids on the EV block, but it's been around awhiole as a supplier of batteries for Formula E race cars. Now it's starting to take off.

    By Charles Krome 2 months ago Read More
  • Electrify America charging station

    EV Chargers Are Being Installed At A Record Pace Despite Cuts To Vehicle Incentives

    In the first nine months of the year alone, the U.S.'s charging infrastructure has expanded by a whopping 19%. You love to see it.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 2 months ago Read More
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