Is That Fluid Leak Under Your Car A Problem? Here's How To Tell
Finding a leak coming from under your car can be unsettling, but how serious is it? You can't always trust the color, so we've put together a guide for you.
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Why Dirt Bike Helmets Look Different From Motorcycle Helmets
It's not your imagination. Dirt bike helmets look quite diferent from motorcycle helmets, and for lots of good reasons. Here's what sets them apart.
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Once A Bring A Trailer Darling, This Dilapidated 1973 Citroën GS 1220 Club Now Actually Needs A Trailer
If the current owner happens to find this blog, please know that your car is wildly cool and seeing it brought me immense joy.
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How Electric Vehicles Like Tesla's, Ford's & GM's Keep Batteries Cool
Ever wondered how the high-powered batteries in modern electric vehicles stay cool enough to run? Turns out there are a lot of different methods.
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The Most Common Oil Contaminants And What They Do To Your Engine
Engine oil is the lifeblood of your vehicle, and it needs to remain clean to ensure proper lubrication. However, these contaminants can change that.
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Ever Heard A Barking Noise On An Airbus Plane? Here's What It Is
If you hear a barking noise on an Airbus plane, it could be a service dog. But if it's not, there's no need to fret. We know what it really is.
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Formula 1 Steering Wheels Probably Cost More Than Your Daily Driver
Chances are your daily driver is less valuable than a wheel angrily tossed into a gravel trap after a first-turn crash.
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Repairing Your Tire Could Void Its Speed Rating
Your speed-rated tires are expensive, so naturally if there's a leak, you'd want to fix them. But be careful: those repairs may destroy the tire's speed rating.
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What Does Subaru's STI Badge Stand For?
The letters "STI" mean something in the Subaru-verse, and it's not just the acronym that's important. The badge itself is important to the brand's fans.
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How To Tell If An Odometer Has Been Rolled Back
Don't expect the seller to tell you if they've rolled back a car's odometer. But there are ways to tell if this has happened. Here they are.
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Do Suspension Air Bags Increase Towing Capacity?
If you're not happy with your truck's maximum towing capacity and you're looking for an easy way to bump it up, I've got some bad news.
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Dry Sump Vs. Wet Sump Oil System: What's The Difference?
How does a dry sump systems support your engine differently than a wet sump system? Let's take a look at the mechanics behind both and when they're used.
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Why Dodge & Ram Still Use Iron Engine Blocks In Some Vehicles
The cast-iron engine block may seem like a relic of the past, but that's not so. Dodge and Ram still use it in some of their vehicles. Here's why.
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Why Boeing Retired Its Iconic C-17 Globemaster III
Boeing's massive C-17 Globemaster III is still flying around the world, and Boeing may make more of them. But why did it kill the C-17 in the first place?
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How Much Weight Can The Toyota 4Runner Tow (And Is The Hybrid Best)?
The all-new 2025 Toyota 4Runner is a big upgrade from its predecessor. But how much weight can it tow? And is the hybrid version better for towing?
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What Is Engine Braking (And Are You Doing It Wrong)?
Using your engine to brake isn't complicated, but that doesn't mean you're not doing it wrong. Here's how to do it and make sure it's the right way.
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Can You Align Your Car's Tires Yourself, Or Is Going To A Shop Better?
Is it possible to align your car tires yourself, or do you always have to go to a professional mechanic? Here's what you'd need and the steps involved.
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Who Owns Ferrari, And Where Does It Build Its Cars?
Ferrari is a legendary name, but it's been a long time since Enzo Ferrari started the company. Who owns it now, and where does it make the cars?
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Not All Subarus Come From Japan: Here's Which Models Are Built In America
Subaru is a Japanese auto company, but that doesn't mean that all Subarus are built in Japan. Here are the Subaru models that are actually built in the U.S.
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There's A Good Reason Semi Trucks Don't Use V8s
Ever wondered why the biggest trucks on the road rarely run a V8 engine anymore? Turns out there's quite a few reasons why.
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This Electric Motorcycle Has A Real 4-Speed Manual, And It's Just For Fun
The Indian Matter Aera 5000 has a 5-kWh battery, a single electric motor making about 15 horsepower, a 0-25 mph time of 2.8 seconds, and a top speed of 65 mph.
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Jay Leno's Most Expensive Cars And The Total Value Of His Collection
While Jay Leno will always be known as the long-running host of The Tonight Show, he is also famous for his world class car collection. Here are the highlights.
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How To Properly Flush A Gas Tank
If you think there are contaminants in your gas tank, then doing a flush may be necessary. If you want to do it yourself, here's what you need to know.
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The Tire Compound Ranges Used In F1: Soft, Medium, And Hard May Not Mean What You Think
When is medium either soft or hard? When Formula 1 is lining up tires for a race ... sometimes. Here's how F1 uses tires to make races more interesting.
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Here's How Much Horsepower Boeing's T50 Engines Can Have
Boeing has made generations of T50 turboshaft engines, and they've been installed in all kinds of places. Here's how much horsepower those engines can have.
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Diesel Mix-Up At Ohio Gas Station Is About To Cost Sam's Club A Lot Of Money
The good news is, most of the owners who ended up putting diesel in their cars probably won't need new engines.
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Why Was The Muncie M22 Nicknamed The Rock Crusher, And What Were Its Weak Points?
A manual transmission known as The Rock Crusher? What's up with that? And what were the Muncie M22's weak points ... and, lest we forget, its strengths?
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