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Watch NASA Inch Closer To Its Sonic Thump Theory With The X-59's First Supersonic Flight

staff@jalopnik.com (Lalita Chemello) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 03:25:00 +0000

The purpose of the X-59 is to make faster air travel possible, without continually rattling the people of the continental U.S.

The Different Types Of W Engines Explained

staff@jalopnik.com (B. L. Johnson) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 02:25:00 +0000

You might know a lot about V6 and V8 engines, but you might not know that there are W engines as well. And they come in many different sizes.

Here's Why Rocket Launch Trajectories Are Curved Like Bananas

staff@jalopnik.com (Brontë Wieland) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:25:00 +0000

Ever wonder why rockets don't shoot straight up into space? Discover the fascinating physics behind curved rocket launch trajectories and gravity turns.

Do Hybrid Vehicles Lose Efficiency In Temperature Extremes The Same Way As EVs?

staff@jalopnik.com (Chris Tsui) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:25:00 +0000

While both EVs and hybrids see a drop in efficiency in extreme heat and cold, they don't suffer in the same way. Learn how weather impacts hybrid MPG.

Chrysler's A57 Multibank Engine Bolted Five Inline-Sixes Together For The Sherman Tank

staff@jalopnik.com (Nico DeMattia) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:25:00 +0000

A massive engine known as the A57 Multibank was built by Chrysler for the Allies in World War II. But this one engine literally had the power of five.

Here's How Much A 2021 BMW X5 M Has Depreciated In 5 Years

staff@jalopnik.com (Alvin Reyes) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 22:25:00 +0000

The 2021 BMW X5 M is one ridiculously fast V8 SUV, but keeping it on the road can cost you your kid's college fund. Here's how much it has depreciated so far.

Hoonigan Is Going Back To Basics With Project Cars Again

staff@jalopnik.com (Brad Brownell) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 21:45:00 +0000

Here we go, it's kill all tires time!

GM Is An Energy Company Now

staff@jalopnik.com (Chad Kirchner) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 21:00:00 +0000

GM has big plans for cheap batteries, only they're not for its cars.

You Car Is Greedy For Personal Data, But Thankfully You Can Probably Delete It

staff@jalopnik.com (Kiran Menon) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:25:00 +0000

Modern cars collect a tremendous amount of personal data, but there are ways to delete it. Here are the steps you need to take to protect your privacy.

What That Red Border On Some Speed Limit Signs Actually Means

staff@jalopnik.com (Brad Brownell) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:05:00 +0000

Some speed limit signs now feature a red border that stands out from the usual design. Here's why it's being used and what it signals.

Studebaker Could Have Had Interchangeable Panels Years Before The Pontiac Fiero

staff@jalopnik.com (Ryan Erik King) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 19:25:00 +0000

Stevens' proposal for a new Studebaker Lark was to create an American rival to the Volkswagen Beetle.

Ursa Ag Is Giving Farm Owners What They Really Want: A Repairable No-Tech Tractor

staff@jalopnik.com (Lalita Chemello) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:25:00 +0000

One Canadian company has taken the torch to manufacture repairable vehicles with no tech, just for a more niche industry: farming.

Houston's Created Its Own Problem: The Unnecessary Fight To Snatch Up The Discovery Space Shuttle Continues

staff@jalopnik.com (Lalita Chemello) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:25:00 +0000

If there is a custody battle to be had, the Smithsonian has it locked down.

Burglary Suspect Makes A Clean Getaway In A Waymo

staff@jalopnik.com (Justin Hughes) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:25:00 +0000

The thief used a driverless Waymo, complete with 29 cameras, for transportation to and from the scene of a crime, but police still haven't made any arrests.

A Little Medicinal THC While Driving Is Probably Fine, Australia Decides

staff@jalopnik.com (Collin Woodard) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:05:00 +0000

If you've got a prescription and you're below Australia's legal limits, driving with a little bit of THC in your system won't necessarily be a deal-breaker.

Airplanes Could Soon Be Going Hybrid, Too

staff@jalopnik.com (Nicholas Werner) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:25:00 +0000

The hybrid approach has the advantage of being compatible with existing airframes.

Chinese Automakers Are Building A Quiet Presence In The U.S. Despite The Fact They Can't Sell Anything Here

staff@jalopnik.com (Andy Kalmowitz) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:27:42 +0000

Plus, American Axle UAW strike could cause major issues for GM's truck production, China's car sales had another rough month and more.

These Tracks Need To Return To The F1 Schedule

staff@jalopnik.com (Ryan Erik King) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:25:00 +0000

The recurring theme in the comments is that there's no way these tracks meet current safety standards for hosting top-flight international racing.

Which Automaker Needs To Start Making More Sedans?

staff@jalopnik.com (Collin Woodard) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:25:00 +0000

Whether your pick is a company that's never made a sedan or one that's made dozens, we want to know which automaker you think needs to make a new one.

2027 Rivian R2 Is Even Better Than You Hoped

staff@jalopnik.com (Daniel Golson) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Like its big siblings, the Rivian R2 is simply satisfying in basically every regard, a crossover all sorts of people will easily fall in love with.