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  • 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month ago Read More
  • Mechanic's hand holding new spark plugs over an engine bay
    26

    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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month ago Read More
  • BMW's auto stop-start function, next to the main ignition button in the center console.
    141

    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 1 month 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 1 month ago Read More
  • A piston with three piston rings and new rings in the background
    2

    Here's What Driving With Bad Piston Rings Can Do To Your Engine

    Piston rings are the seals in your cylinders, giving you better compression and power, but what happens if they wear or break? And how can you spot the signs?

    By Alvin Reyes 1 month ago Read More
  • 280Z in a shop
    15

    Ronald Finger's Down To Earth Builds Are The Antidote To YouTube Fatigue

    Affordable classics and entertaining projects star in this week's "Wrenchers You Should Know"

    By Brad Brownell 1 month ago Read More
  • Lifted Porsche Cayenne at EuroWise
    33

    I Lifted My Porsche Cayenne For A 5,000-Mile Rally To The Arctic Circle

    A trip down to EuroWise for a bunch of modifications got my diesel Cayenne almost ready for the Arctic.

    By Brad Brownell 1 month ago Read More
  • A detailer polishing foggy headlights in a shop.
    23

    What Causes Foggy Headlights (And How Can You Fix Them)?

    Most modern headlights will turn foggy eventually, a danger both to you and other drivers. But there are lots of ways to make them as good as new.

    By Nico DeMattia 1 month ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a yellow Bentley Continental GT
    29

    These Are The Best Engines Our Readers Have Ever Driven

    The cars themselves may have been questionable, but you certainly delivered when we asked for your most-beloved engines.

    By Daniel Golson 1 month ago Read More
  • A 1965 Ford Mustang parked outside
    1

    Why Strokers Make Their Power And Torque Down Low

    Strokers are known for achieving great horsepower numbers and fantastic torque and low rpm. But why do they manage it better than non-stroked engines?

    By Charles Krome 1 month ago Read More
  • Shot of two forged alloy wheels in silver and black
    15

    What Are The Pros And Cons Of Forged Wheels?

    If you're considering adding forged wheels to your car -- either as a factory option or an aftermarket purchase -- here's everything you need to know.

    By Chloe Clougher 1 month ago Read More
  • Person shows an open jar of yellow car wax
    4

    Ceramic Coating Vs. Waxing: The Pros, Cons, And Differences Explained

    Ceramic coating can last up to five years and protects your car better than wax, but it's more expensive and requires maintenance. So should you wax or coat?

    By B. L. Johnson 1 month ago Read More
  • Porsche 911 GT3RS with Weissach package and magnesium wheels at the rear
    4

    Why Magnesium Wheels For Your Daily Driver Just Don't Make Sense

    If you're tempted by the idea of swapping to lightweight magnesium wheels for your car, you might want to stop and read this before blowing your budget.

    By Kiran Menon 1 month ago Read More
  • Colorful microfiber towels inside the drum of a washing machine
    8

    Why This Microfiber Towel Shortcut Could Derail Your Detailing

    Microfiber towels are essential for cleaning your ride. But if you try to take advantage of a certain shortcut, you won't get much cleaning done.

    By Alvin Reyes 1 month ago Read More
  • The back of a red Dodge Charger, showing its dual exhuasts
    11

    Single Vs. Dual Exhaust: Sometimes Size Matters And Two Isn't Always Better Than One

    Conventional wisdom suggests two pipes will help an engine breathe more freely than one, but as Engine Masters discovered, that might not always be the case.

    By Kiran Menon 2 months ago Read More
  • Group C build
    7

    Tofu Auto Works Is Building A Race Car That Never Existed From 3D Prints And Scraps And It's Incredibly Entertaining

    If you have suggestions for some lesser known builders, or even a build of your own, please feel free to drop them in the comments section for future posts.

    By Brad Brownell 2 months ago Read More
  • Old tire with dry rot and visible cracks on the tread surface
    18

    Tire Dry Rot: What It Is, Why It Happens, And How To Stop It

    We all know tires are made from rubber, but did you know that rubber can rot like wood? Here's why tire dry rot happens and how to stop it in its tracks.

    By Alvin Reyes 2 months ago Read More
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