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What Made The Chevy Powerglide Transmission So Special?
Chevrolet's Powerglide transmission hasn't been made in over half a century, but drag racers still love and use it. Here's why it's still around.
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Long- Vs Short-Stroke Engines: What Are The Differences?
Bore and stroke are important measurements when it comes to calculating an engines displacement, and the kind of performance an engine offers.
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Automakers Phased Out The CD Player From New Cars (And It's Not Hard To Guess Why)
The last new cars sold in the U.S. with CD players have been made, and there are a number of reasons why that feature is dead. They start with you.
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Yes, You Can Put LS Heads On A Ford 300 Inline-6, But It's Not Gonna Be Easy
Putting LS heads on a Ford 300 inline-6 requires some machining and lots of custom parts. Still some hardy souls have gone ahead and done it.
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The Incredible Engine That Powered The Legendary McLaren F1
The McLaren F1 is widely considered one of the greatest sports cars ever made and a lot of its appeal is derived from the fantastic powerplant.
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These Are The Automakers Who Don't Support Apple CarPlay
Although Apple CarPlay is a fantastic feature for any iPhone owner, some automakers don't support it. Here are the brands that refuse to include the technology.
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Why Do Automakers Use Retractable Door Handles?
Many electric vehicles have used retractable door handles, but they've fallen under scrutiny in recent years. Why have automakers stuck with them for so long?
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Why Automakers Abandoned Wraparound Windshields After The 1950s
The wraparound windshield was a fad of the 1950s, affording a panoramic view for the driver. But it mostly disappeared soon afterward. Here's why.
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Yes, There Are Engines With Three Spark Plugs In One Cylinder
If there are engines with two spark plugs in a cylinder, why not three? There are reasons it's rare, but that doesn't mean it hasn't been done.
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This Diesel Engine's Been Around For 40+ Years (And Reliability Is The Key)
While 40-year-old engines might not be expected to be the most reliable today, a certain diesel engine has found itself with an incredible reputation.
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The Extreme Tire Tech Required To Set Land Speed Records
Some of the fastest cars in history could reach above 300 mph, but they couldn't have gone that fast without the specialized tech in the tires they drove on.
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CVT Vs. Automatic Transmission Fluid: What's The Difference
Although they might share similar purposes, you can't swap or mix CVT fluid and Automatic Transmission Fluid due to their distinct ways of working.
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What's The Quickest Way To Defrost Windows?
The windows of your car get frosted because of trapped moisture. It's a fairly easy problem to fix, but most people go about defrosting their windows wrong.
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Seriously, Why Aren't Tires Solid Rubber?
What's more annoying than getting a flat tire? And since forklifts and farm equipment have airless tires, why don't cars follow suit? There are many reasons.
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Catalytic Converter Theft Is So Passé, Thieves Want Your Radar Sensors Now
For now, other than parking in a locked garage, using tamper-resistant screws to secure a protective bracket is the best defense against radar sensor theft.
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Toyota And Subaru Are Saving The Manual, Or At Least Simulating It, For EVs
Getting an electric car to drive like a gas guzzler with a manual isn't as easy as slapping on a shifter and clutch pedal.
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Congress Votes Not To Repeal Mandatory Kill Switch That Isn't Really A Kill Switch
Putting devices in cars to stop drunk drivers is one step closer to a reality, now that a proposed repeal of funding has failed in congress.
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Why Are Car Makers Getting Rid Of AM Radio?
The humble AM radio has been a permanent fixture in cars for decades, so why are carmakers now trying to remove them from your dashboard?
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Could Sports Mode Be Your Secret Weapon For Better MPG? It's Complicated
We all know Sport mode prioritizes performance, but does it always hurt your MPG? Believe it or not, in some situations, it might actually help save gas.
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These Are 9 Of The Most Common RV Repairs (And What They Cost)
Traveling in an RV may seem fun, carefree, and economical, but the costs of a maintaining a home with brakes and an engine can climb pretty fast.
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Blue Origin Plans TeraWave Satellite Internet Service 6,000 Times Faster Than Starlink Will Be
That amazing improvement will come courtesy of two major departures from Starlink's model.
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Are Spark Plug Wires Universal?
You have to be careful about swapping spark plugs around, but some wrenching enthusiasts might wonder if spark plug wires are important keep track of, too.
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New York Startup Builds Fridge-Sized Machine That Can Turn Air Into Gasoline
While it's not quite the free energy it sounds like at first, Aircela's technology in its current state has some practical, small-scale applications.
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6 Performance Cars You Probably Didn't Know Used Yamaha Engines
Yamaha is renowned for its high-performance motorcycles, but lesser known is the legendary builder has also put together some impressive car engines.
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What's The Difference Between The Ford Maverick's 2.5-Liter PowerBoost And 2.0-Liter EcoBoost Engines?
The Ford Maverick offers a 2.0-liter engine and a 2.5-liter engine. They have some especially notable differences beyond their displacements.
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Why Do Some Cars Still Have Rear Drum Brakes?
Most modern cars no longer use rear drum brakes, so how come some still rely on them? There are trade-offs in terms of cost, durability, and performance.
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These Car Batteries Rank Among The Best In Cold Weather, According To Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports tested over 100 batteries to find the ones that do best in cold weather and other metrics. It chose winners in eight common battery types.
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