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  • A blue Ford Mustang with hood raised to show the engine.

    Thinking About A Coyote Swap? Here's How Each Generation Compares

    Contemplating switching out your car's engine for a powerful Coyote 5.0? There are differences among the generations you should be aware of.

    By Richard Sachek30 min ago Read More
  • Tires in a tire rack.

    These Are The Worst Tire Recalls In Recent History

    Some products are so defective that they never should have reached consumers. That includes these tires that ended up with big, embarrassing recalls.

    By Mike Botan30 min ago Read More
  • Pouring motor oil into an engine.

    Can You Mix Multiple Brands Of Oil?

    The dipstick shows that your vehicle's oil is a little down, but it's way too early for an oil change. Is it okay to mix one brand of motor oil with another?

    By Jordan A. Rodriguez17 hours ago Read More
  • A man pouring motor oil.

    How To Tell If Your Motor Oil Has Gone Bad, And What Happens If You Use It

    Motor oil is a key to your car, lubricating parts that mustn't grind together. And there are lots of potential signals to tell you if it has gone bad.

    By Jordan A. Rodriguez2 days ago Read More
  • A woman checking an engine for damage.

    Common Mistakes That Are Destroying Your Engine

    Nobody wants to ruin their car's engine, but you may be wrecking yours inadvertently. Here are the common mistakes that are destroying your engine.

    By Jordan A. Rodriguez2 days ago Read More
  • A person pre-filling an engine oil filter.

    Is Pre-Filling Your Oil Filter Outdated Advice Or Still A Must?

    If you're changing your own oil flter, standard advice has been to pre-fill it with new oil. But is pre-filling your oil filter now outdated advice?

    By Richard Sachek2 days ago Read More
  • A close-up of Hankook Ronal Teddies on a green Miata.

    These Are The Longest Lasting All-Season SUV Tires According To Consumer Reports

    Consumer Reports put tires to the test by driving 1,000 miles per day for 16 days, and analyzing the wear from those 16,000 miles to determine service life.

    By Logan K. Carter4 days ago Read More
  • Engine oil draining into a collection pan

    Are Quick Drain Oil Plugs A Great Idea, Or A Disaster Waiting To Happen?

    Modern mechanical innovations tend to make things better or worse regarding automotive advancements. How does the quick drain oil plug stack up?

    By Richard Sachek7 days ago Read More
  • A white 1980 Pontiac Trans Am

    Turbocharging A Carburetor Isn't As Ridiculous As It Sounds

    Though it’s a tricky process, the idea of turbocharging a carbureted engine isn’t impossible. You only need to add a few modifications to get it boosted.

    By Richard Sachek8 days ago Read More
  • Build It Yourself V10 swapped Lincoln Continental dyno test

    How Much Power Does A V10-Swapped Lincoln Continental Make? Builders Hit The Dyno To Find Out

    When you toss a build onto a dyno for the first time, especially one as complicated as this one, it's a win if everything goes right and nothing blows up.

    By Collin Woodard11 days ago Read More
  • U-Haul Toy Hauler trailer

    U-Haul's New Toy Hauler Trailer Is Rated To Pull Bigger And Heavier Loads

    Whether it's a bigger car, or something without four wheels (or even a hot-tub), U-Haul's new trailer is much more flexible - and more expensive.

    By Brad Brownell12 days ago Read More
  • Tyler Bell air cannon flip crash cars movies

    How Hard Is It To Flip A Car Like In The Movies? One YouTuber Finds Out

    Forget CGI: If we're paying for a theater ticket, we want to see real cars getting blown up. But can you do movie-style stunts on a YouTube budget?

    By Collin Woodard13 days ago Read More
  • Man standing in front of overheating car

    Here's What Can Happen If You Never Change Your Coolant

    Engine health is the most important component when owning a vehicle, and that includes changing your coolant when needed. If not, your car could be in trouble.

    By Richard Sachek15 days ago Read More
  • A mechanic pouring oil into an engine out of a big jug.

    Is Too Much Oil In Your Engine Bad?

    Though a small amount of extra oil added to your engine shouldn't affect it, if you overfill it, that can turn into bad news. Here's why and the easy fix.

    By Jason Marker15 days ago Read More
  • A Tirox SnapJack holds up the swingarm of a motorcycle

    Cool Tool: Tirox SnapJack Is A Compact Rear Stand For Every Bike

    If your bike lacks a center stand, and you're tired of walking it all over to clean your entire chain, get yourself a SnapJack rather than a full paddock stand.

    By Amber DaSilva17 days ago Read More
  • Volkswagen Phaeton air conditioning system

    Forget The Volkswagen Phaeton's Trunk Hinges, Let's Nerd Out About Its Ridiculously Complicated A/C System

    Ferdinand Piëch wanted a climate control system with zero compromises, even if few owners would ever fully appreciate what the engineers accomplished.

    By Collin Woodard17 days ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a gray Slate truck

    Slate Auto Unveils Refreshingly Simple And Small Two-Seat Electric Truck Designed To Be Customized, Starting Under $27,500

    The Jeff Bezos–backed startup will offer over 100 accessories at launch, including a flat-pack kit that turns the Slate into a five-seat SUV.

    By Daniel Golson17 days ago Read More
  • two valves next to eachother, one clean and the other with carbon buildup

    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. Carter19 days ago Read More
  • Man polishing the wheel of a classic Mustang

    General Tire Offers Spring Savings On Great Tires That Won't Cost You A Fortune

    Buying new tires for your ride needn't break the bank.

    By Zach Lisabeth21 days ago Read More
  • A white supercharged cadillac

    There's A Kit To Add A Hellcat Blower To An LS, But Say Goodbye To Your Hood

    Do you have a Chevy LS engine that you want to supercharge? There is a Hellcat blower kit available that you could use, but there is one caveat -- your hood.

    By Richard Sachek22 days ago Read More
  • Volkswagen Phaeton trunk opening

    Nerd Out On The Volkswagen Phaeton's Absurdly Over-Engineered Trunk

    Should you buy a notoriously unreliable Phaeton just for the trunk? Probably not. At the same time, though, you can't deny this is one cool trunk.

    By Collin Woodard23 days ago Read More
  • Vehicle check engine light displayed

    Why The 'Check Fuel Cap' Warning Can Be More Serious Than You Think

    While it might seem like a straightforward warning light to fix, seeing "Check Fuel Cap" on your dashboard could be a sign of something far more serious.

    By Richard Sachek29 days ago Read More
  • Cutaway view of an automotive transmission.

    How Hot Is Too Hot? What's Normal Transmission Temperature, And Why It Might Run High

    Aggressive driving, towing, or excess loads can all put strain on your transmission, but how do you know when things are getting dangerously hot?

    By Jason Marker1 month ago Read More
  • A Silverado 2500 HD playing in the sand

    Smart Tips For Diesel Maintenance That'll Keep Your Engine Running

    More torque and better fuel economy may have you ditching gas for diesel, but despite a reputation for reliability, that doesn't mean you can skip maintenance.

    By Erin Marquis1 month ago Read More
  • A car battery in the engine bay of a car with a variety of symbols on top.

    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 Bellwood1 month ago Read More
  • Miata-powered Beetle hot rod

    This $1,500 Homebuilt Volkswagen Beetle Hot Rod Says You Don't Have To Be Rich To Go Fast

    If you take the time to learn a few fabrication skills and scrape the Craigslist barrel for some cheap stuff, you can have a trophy-winning car that races well.

    By Brad Brownell1 month ago Read More
  • A dark colored Mercedes S-Class car from the 1970s on a beach.

    Step Back In Time And Tour The Mercedes Factory Building The First Ever S-Class

    The pinnacle of Mercedes' range may have changed plenty since the original model, but this video shows attention to detail was there from day one.

    By Owen Bellwood1 month ago Read More
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