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  • A mechanic holds a spark plug
    4

    What Causes Spark Plugs To Turn Black?

    Reading spark plugs is becoming a bit of a lost art.

    By Amber DaSilva 2 days ago Read More
  • A red Acura NSX drives down a road
    15

    Honda's New U.S. Heritage Program Stars With Reproduction NSX Parts

    The reproduction parts will be manufactured with "the same materials and production methods that were used for the original parts" where possible.

    By Amber DaSilva 3 days ago Read More
  • Chris Doel testing his G-Wiz with a battery pack made of disposable vape cells
    5

    This Car Is Powered By Vapes, But Not The Way You Think

    Free energy is tempting, but don't try this at home.

    By Justin Hughes 3 days ago Read More
  • A nechanic using an impact wrench to take off a car's wheel
    17

    Signs Your Car's Nuts And Bolts Weren't Torqued To Spec

    If the nuts and bolts in your car aren't properly tightened, each drive could lead to damaged breaks or the wheels falling off of your vehicle.

    By Chloe Clougher 3 days ago Read More
  • A car wheel bearing being held by a glove
    2

    5 Wheel Bearing Myths It's Time To Set Straight

    Wheel bearings are a very overlooked part of your vehicle, and that's led to a number of incorrect (and potentially dangerous) myths surrounding them.

    By Benjamin Gracias 4 days ago Read More
  • A turbocharger mounted to a engine.
    14

    What Are The Practical Limits Of Turbo Boost Pressure?

    More turbo boost pressure can create a bigger boom for your engine, but not every block will be able to handle that pressure with the same effectiveness.

    By Nico DeMattia 5 days ago Read More
  • An old oil filter attached to a filter removal tool
    51

    Is It A Bad Idea To Change Your Oil Filter Without Changing Your Oil?

    When you need to change your oil filter, it's tempting to skip the messy oil change and just swap the filter, but is that the right thing to do?

    By Alvin Reyes 5 days ago Read More
  • A well-maintained black Toyota Corolla
    11

    The Simple Upgrades That Make Your Cheap Car Feel Expensive

    If you have a cheap, old car, there are some simple ways you could make it feel like a high-end luxury model if you're willing to make some upgrades.

    By Benjamin Gracias 5 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of a woman shifting gears in a car
    52

    How The 80s Handled Overdrive (And Why We're Kinda Glad It's Not A Thing Any More)

    The last nail in the coffin was technological advancement.

    By Danillo Almeida 5 days ago Read More
  • Low-down shot of a purple 1932 Ford hot rod
    10

    5 Vintage Cars Other Than '32 Fords That Would Make Fantastic Hot Rods

    It feels that every other hot rod is a 1930s Ford, so it’s worth thinking outside the box. Here are five cool alternatives to inspire your next build.

    By Chloe Clougher 6 days ago Read More
  • Fresh lighting at night
    26

    The Most Important Step In A Garage Renovation Is Lighting

    Getting a dedicated garage space to work on your cars and motorcycles is great, but wrenching on your own stuff is difficult without proper lighting.

    By Brad Brownell 7 days ago Read More
  • Acura NSX tape deck
    33

    5 Easy Ways To Put A Tape Deck In Your Car (Because Lexus Was Right All Along)

    Lexus last made a car with a tape deck over 15 years ago, but that shouldn't stop you from putting one in your car today and experiencing audio joy.

    By Brad Brownell 8 days ago Read More
  • A BMW N54 engine alongside a BMW N55 engine on a graduated blue background
    13

    How Does The BMW N54 Compare To The N55?

    The BMW 3.0 N55 engine only came a few years later than the 3.0 N54, and both had much the same power output, so what are the differences between the two?

    By B. L. Johnson 9 days ago Read More
  • Drift limo at Ice King Battle
    1

    1000-HP Mercedes-Benz Limo Has Turbos Bigger Than Your Face, Perfect For Proms

    Racing up ski slopes, this twin-turbo-V8-swapped Mercedes limo has strayed about as far from its original purpose is possible, and that's why we love it.

    By Brad Brownell 9 days ago Read More
  • Motorists driving on Interstate 210 in Pasadena, California
    7

    Why It Matters That Engine Hours And Idle Hours Are Different

    You might be relying heavily on your engine hours and overall mileage to determine when to perform maintenance, but you should pay attention to idle hours, too.

    By Alvin Reyes 9 days ago Read More
  • Riding a Sportster-powered 1200cc yard kart
    5

    Heck Yeah Brother: Home-Built Harley-Powered Go Kart Is Pure Rolling Thunder

    A tiny go kart powered by a 1200cc Harley Davidson V-twin engine, and riding on knobby tires just might be the perfect recipe for speed, noise, and fun.

    By Brad Brownell 9 days ago Read More
  • Snowcat toy does jumps
    6

    Your Insurance Company Will Cancel Your Policy If You Even Think About This 1970s Recreational All-Terrain Tank

    Building wild, one-off vehicles is what the guys and Grind Hard are known for. This pumped-up Playcat mini-tank is their latest backyard creation.

    By Brad Brownell 10 days ago Read More
  • 1990s business man on car phone
    13

    Can Old Car Phones Still Make Calls? Sure, If You're Willing To Put In The Elbow Grease

    If you're willing to learn a few new skills, or if you're already handy with electronics, you might be able to get your 90s car phone working again.

    By Nico DeMattia 10 days ago Read More
  • Two women shopping for tires in a store
    79

    This Tire Retailer Scores The Lowest For Customer Satisfaction In Consumer Reports' Ranking

    Trying to find the best tire retailer of them all can be difficult, but one specific retailer might be worth avoiding if you follow Consumer Reports' rankings.

    By Charles Krome 10 days ago Read More
  • A pair of front control arms on display
    14

    How To Tell When Your Control Arms Need To Be Replaced

    Control arms are vital for keeping certain models of cars steady and safe on the road. Watch for warning signs that will tell you when they're failing.

    By Alvin Reyes 11 days ago Read More
  • A BMW V12 engine in a red car, potentially an E31-generation 850i, with prominent intake manifolds.
    1

    How To Find (And Fix) An Engine Vacuum Leak Yourself

    A vacuum leak can cause a variety of drivability issues in your vehicle. Here's how you can isolate the leak and the steps you should take to fix it.

    By Peter Nelson 11 days ago Read More
  • Mechanic's hand holding new spark plugs over an engine bay
    24

    Can You Bring Your Own Car Parts To A Mechanic?

    Buying parts and bringing them to a mechanic has probably crossed your mind at some point. But is that even a realistic idea and do mechanics go along with it?

    By Chloe Clougher 11 days ago Read More
  • A technician using suction tools to install new windshield glass
    23

    What To Expect With Dealer Vs. Safelite Windshield Replacements

    Getting your windshield replaced by Safelite brings with it some positive and negative differences from getting it replaced by your dealership.

    By Alvin Reyes 12 days ago Read More
  • A spilled talcum powder container
    1

    It's Not Just Dust – Why There's White Powder Covering Your New Car Parts

    You might have noticed brand-new car parts covered in some sort of white powder. Luckily, there's no reason for you to be too concerned over it.

    By Charles Krome 13 days ago Read More
  • A J-B Weld cylinder head
    8

    This Guy Created A Working Lawnmower Engine Head Out Of Nothing But Epoxy

    J-B Weld epoxy can be a useful tool for patching up holes, but it was probably never intended to create entire engine parts like cylinder heads.

    By Brad Brownell 13 days ago Read More
  • BMW's auto stop-start function, next to the main ignition button in the center console.
    134

    How Automakers Tackle Auto Start-Stop Without Adding Wear And Tear

    Most modern cars have auto start-stop systems to reduce fuel consumption, but while some might worry about wear and tear, car makers have it covered.

    By Kiran Menon 13 days ago Read More
  • My workshop when I moved in
    17

    I Rented And Renovated A Workshop Because I Have Too Many Cars And Motorcycles

    After renting out a shop to store extra cars and motorcycles, the renovation is the next logical step - but the renovation process isn't always easy.

    By Brad Brownell 13 days ago Read More
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