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  • The Tesery emergency door pull for a Tesla Model Y.
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    Tesla
    Tesla By Justin Hughes 11 months ago

    Tesla Owners Are Adding Emergency Rip Cords To Their Cars For A Terrifying Reason

    If you get in a Tesla and notice a cord near the door handle, it's something the owner added after purchase. And there's a scary reason for it.

    By Justin Hughes 11 months ago Read More
  • Closeup of a Porsche PDK gear lever
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    Porsche
    Porsche By Nicholas Werner 11 months ago

    What Does PDK Stand For And How Does It Work?

    Due to the German origins of the term that PDK stands for, the acronym is a little inscrutable to U.S. Porsche owners. Here's what PDK means and what it does.

    By Nicholas Werner 11 months ago Read More
  • BMW Z4`
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    BMW
    BMW By Andy Kalmowitz 11 months ago

    The Manual BMW Z4 Won't Die Because Too Many People Have Good Taste

    Extending the Z4's life isn't a total surprise.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 11 months ago Read More
  • George Lucas at the Monaco Grand Prix
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    Entertainment
    Entertainment By Brad Brownell 11 months ago

    George Lucas Was An Uncredited Cameraman On John Frankenheimer's 'Grand Prix' And It Changed The Course Of Cinema History

    The 1966 racing film "Grand Prix" revolutionized cinematography, and we've got George Lucas to thank for it.

    By Brad Brownell 11 months ago Read More
  • Smoke coming out of the tail pipe of a vehicle, with a blue-ish tint to the smoke.
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    Wrenching
    Wrenching By Greg Poggiali 11 months ago

    Yes, Your Car Is Burning Oil, But Just How Much Is Normal?

    It's normal for your car to use up the oil added to it, but if it is doing so too quickly it could be a cause for concern. Here's what you should look for.

    By Greg Poggiali 11 months ago Read More
  • A white Utah Highway Patrol Dodge Durango parked on the side of the road.
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Greg Poggiali 11 months ago

    Utah Highway Patrol Cars Have Beehive Stickers On Them: Here's Why

    The beehive emblem on the side of Utah State Patrol cars may seem a little whimsical, but there's a lot of history behind it. Here's the story.

    By Greg Poggiali 11 months ago Read More
  • Brake fluid being poured into a master cylinder reservoir.
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    Wrenching
    Wrenching By Greg Poggiali 11 months ago

    Dot 3 Vs. Dot 4 Brake Fluid: What's The Difference And Can They Be Mixed?

    So just how different are the Dot 4 and Dot 4 formulas for brake fluid? Let's take a look at the chemical composition of these components to find out.

    By Greg Poggiali 11 months ago Read More
  • Jump leads connected to a car battery
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    Wrenching
    Wrenching By Nicholas Werner 11 months ago

    How Long Should You Leave Your Car Running After A Jump Start?

    Sooner or later, just about every driver experiences a dead car battery. Thankfully the jump start process is fairly dependable, but what should you do next?

    By Nicholas Werner 11 months ago Read More
  • A running board step mounted on a gold colored vehicle
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Richard Sachek 11 months ago

    Nerf Bars Vs. Running Boards: Which Should You Consider For Your Truck?

    Nerf bars and running boards provide a similar function on a truck or SUV, but which is going to be better for your vehicle? Let's take a closer look at both.

    By Richard Sachek 11 months ago Read More
  • A man shifting into park
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    Wrenching
    Wrenching By Nicholas Werner 11 months ago

    You Accidentally Shifted Into Park While Driving. Did You Just Damage Your Transmission?

    If you've ever accidentally knocked your gear into Park while driving, you know it doesn't sound good. So how bad is the potential damage? Let's find out.

    By Nicholas Werner 11 months ago Read More
  • 2025 RAM 1500 Tungsten parked on road in woods
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    Trucks
    Trucks By Charles Krome 11 months ago

    Here's Why Truck Beds Almost Never Connect To The Cab

    Ever wondered why just about every truck has a visible seam between the cab and the bed? Here's why these two components are rarely connected.

    By Charles Krome 11 months ago Read More
  • A cybertruck parked in New York
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    Tesla
    Tesla By Brittany Crow 11 months ago

    What Happens If The Cybertruck Gets Keyed?

    Following Elon Musk's high profile role in government, Tesla Cybertrucks became a target for vandalism. Here's what you can do if someone keys your truck.

    By Brittany Crow 11 months ago Read More
  • Close up of diesel engine.
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    Wrenching
    Wrenching By Jordan A. Rodriguez 11 months ago

    How Much Blow-By Is Too Much On A Diesel Engine?

    Blow-by can harm an aging engine, but a certain amount is normal for most vehicles. Here is how to tell when there's too much blow-by in your diesel engine.

    By Jordan A. Rodriguez 11 months ago Read More
  • airport terminal
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    Planelopnik
    Planelopnik By Collin Woodard 11 months ago

    Flying Now Puts You At Risk Of Measles Exposure, CDC Says

    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is cautioning travelers about the risk of measles in airports.

    By Collin Woodard 11 months ago Read More
  • An overhead shot of a car parked in the hot sun
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    Wrenching
    Wrenching By Nicholas Werner 11 months ago

    Can Hot Weather Drain Your Car Battery?

    Summers just keep getting hotter, so what does that mean for the health of the battery of your car? Even more concerning, what does it mean for your EV?

    By Nicholas Werner 11 months ago Read More
  • Concrete covered in motor oil stains
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    Wrenching
    Wrenching By Brittany Crow 11 months ago

    How To Get Spilled Engine Oil Off Your Garage Floor Or Driveway

    Few things are as frustrating as spilling engine oil on the floor of your garage halfway through a DIY maintenance job. Here's how to clean it up.

    By Brittany Crow 11 months ago Read More
  • Cruise ship
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    Boatlopnik
    Boatlopnik By Amber DaSilva 11 months ago

    Risk Of Dengue Fever Is Just Another Reason Cruises Suck

    A number of popular cruise destinations are facing outbreaks of dengue fever. Fun!

    By Amber DaSilva 11 months ago Read More
  • A rider on an Aprilia Tuareg 660 rides through a water crossing
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    Motorcycles
    Motorcycles By Amber DaSilva 11 months ago

    The Southeast BDR Motorcycle Adventure Documentary Is Finally Here

    The BDR team has made a return trip and the full-length documentary is finally out.

    By Amber DaSilva 11 months ago Read More
  • Carlos Tavares
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    News
    News By Matthew DeBord 11 months ago

    Former Stellantis CEO Swears He Wasn't Fired, Says Many Things Could Have Been Done Differently

    While it looked like Tavares was fired, maybe he just...quit?

    By Matthew DeBord 11 months ago Read More
  • The Montana license plate on a red Acura NSX at the 2018 Rolex 24 at Daytona
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Ryan Erik King 11 months ago

    The Reason So Many Exotic Cars Have Montana Plates

    The Treasure State doesn't levy a state sales tax or conduct vehicle inspections or emissions tests.

    By Ryan Erik King 11 months ago Read More
  • Tesla Model Ys
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    Tesla
    Tesla By Collin Woodard 11 months ago

    Tesla Doesn't Want Anyone To Know What It Told Austin Officials About Its So-Called Robotaxis

    Currently, no one really knows what's going on with Tesla and its plans to launch a robotaxi service in Austin.

    By Collin Woodard 11 months ago Read More
  • Boeing and NASA teams work around NASA's Boeing Crew Flight Test Starliner spacecraft after it landed uncrewed at White Sands Space Harbor, on September 6, 2024 at White Sands, New Mexico.
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    Spacelopnik
    Spacelopnik By Ryan Erik King 11 months ago

    How NASA Plans To Deal With Death In Space

    No American space mission has left the remains of a lost astronaut floating in the final frontier, but NASA has a plan if it happens.

    By Ryan Erik King 11 months ago Read More
  • A red Tesla Model S driving on a road
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    Tesla
    Tesla By Nicholas Werner 11 months ago

    Euro NCAP Downgrades Tesla's Safety Score Over Misleading 'Autopilot' Branding

    Euro NCAP only gives the Tesla Model S a "Moderate" safety rating, tying it for lowest with the Volvo EX30.

    By Nicholas Werner 11 months ago Read More
  • Tesla CEO Elon Musk listens as U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to reporters in the Oval Office of the White House on May 30, 2025 in Washington, DC.
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    Spacelopnik
    Spacelopnik By Ryan Erik King 11 months ago

    If Musk Really Did Strand Astronauts In Space Over His Feud With Trump The U.S. May Have To Turn To Russia To Get Them Back

    NASA's emergency option isn't a desirable one; Russia.

    By Ryan Erik King 11 months ago Read More
  • Darkside Developments nurburgring van lap record
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    Wrenching
    Wrenching By Collin Woodard 11 months ago

    How A Shop In The UK Beat The Nürburgring's Van Lap Record In A Diesel Volkswagen

    The old van 'Ring record was a time of 9:28 in a 700-hp Ford Transit Super Van. Now, that record has been beaten by over a minute in a diesel Volkswagen Caddy.

    By Collin Woodard 11 months ago Read More
  • Costco
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    Planelopnik
    Planelopnik By Collin Woodard 11 months ago

    Your Costco Membership Card Isn't Accepted By The TSA

    While it's better than nothing, you're still facing a lengthy security process that will likely make you miss your flight anyway.

    By Collin Woodard 11 months ago Read More
  • Mercedes Actros 600e driving in reverse
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    Trucks
    Trucks By Brad Brownell 11 months ago

    Mercedes Electric Semi Truck Delivers Backwards Load To Break New World Record

    Marco Hellgrewe, described as a German Armed Forces officer and "truck enthusiast" pushed the truck in reverse for a new record of 124.7 km without stopping.

    By Brad Brownell 11 months ago Read More
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