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  • A driver holding their thumb up out of the window.
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Nico DeMattia 1 month ago

    How Different Countries Tackled Hand Signals Before Mechanical Turn Signals Were Invented

    Before the blinkers we know today, drivers needed to use hand signals to show which way they were turning. This was the case across countries around the world.

    By Nico DeMattia 1 month ago Read More
  • Red Bull racing lawn mowers
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    Culture
    Culture By Brad Brownell 1 month ago

    The Rowdiest Kiwi Racers Even Drive Lawn Mowers Better Than You Do

    When Red Bull has three of the New Zealand's fastest racing drivers compete in ProLite truck drifting and lawn-mower racing events, we all win.

    By Brad Brownell 1 month ago Read More
  • Jay Leno driving his 1907 White Steam Car
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    Nostalgia You Can Taste
    Nostalgia You Can Taste By Charles Krome 1 month ago

    Cars Tried External Combustion Engines And There Are Good Reasons It Didn't Stick

    Although internal combustion engines quickly became the standard for modern vehicles, some models experimented with external combustion engines.

    By Charles Krome 1 month ago Read More
  • Man pointing to charge port on a Rivian EV
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    EVs and Hybrids
    EVs and Hybrids By John Brandon 1 month ago

    These Are The Longest Range EVs Of 2026

    Not too long ago, you were lucky to get 100 miles out of your electric vehicle. Things are much better today, but what are the longest range EVs of 2026?

    By John Brandon 1 month ago Read More
  • Bruce Springsteen playing at the Liacouras Center in Philadelphia in 2024
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    Entertainment
    Entertainment By Charles Krome 1 month ago

    Bruce Springsteen Has An Extensive Car Collection, But There's Only One European Model In The Bunch

    The Boss has sung about more than one car, and his usual preference is American. But one upscale European model did make it into his collection.

    By Charles Krome 1 month ago Read More
  • Shot of a white camper van parked with a windmill in the background
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    Hatchbacks, Minivans and Vans
    Hatchbacks, Minivans and Vans By Chloe Clougher 1 month ago

    Van Life Isn't Cheap Anymore: Here's What It Can Cost Today

    Gone are the days when living in a van down by the river meant you were down and out. Today, the possible price tag means many can only dream of it.

    By Chloe Clougher 1 month ago Read More
  • GWM Tank driving up a hill
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    Unpaved
    Unpaved By Collin Woodard 1 month ago

    Chinese SUV Beats Lexus GX, Toyota Land Cruiser In Off-Road Test

    The GWM Tank breezed through the same roller test that proved too much for the Toyota and the Lexus.

    By Collin Woodard 1 month ago Read More
  • Mister Rogers at a car show
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    Culture
    Culture By Brad Brownell 1 month ago

    Mr. Rogers Once Dedicated An Episode To A Car Show Because He Was The Best

    Mister Rogers' Neighborhood was a beloved show for decades, with all sorts of guests, and even car enthusiasts got air time on the influential children's show.

    By Brad Brownell 1 month ago Read More
  • A 1957 Rambler Rebel at a car show
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    Nostalgia You Can Taste
    Nostalgia You Can Taste By Charles Krome 1 month ago

    AMC Canceled The First Car With An Onboard Computer At The 11th Hour

    AMC was originally going to include electronic fuel injection on a selection of its models from 1957, but design flaws led to this plan falling apart.

    By Charles Krome 1 month ago Read More
  • Harley Davidson Rider Group
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    Motorcycles
    Motorcycles By Brad Brownell 1 month ago

    Why Do Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Have Such A Distinct Sound?

    Few sounds in the motorcycle world are as iconic as the specific rumble of a big V-twin Harley-Davidson, but what about their engines makes such a unique sound?

    By Brad Brownell 1 month ago Read More
  • Mechanic's hand holding new spark plugs over an engine bay
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    Wrenching
    Wrenching By Chloe Clougher 1 month ago

    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 Harley-Davidson Milwaukee-Eight 107 V-twin engine.
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    Motorcycles
    Motorcycles By Alvin Reyes 1 month ago

    Why The Harley-Davidson Milwaukee-Eight Engine Has Four Spark Plugs

    Harley-Davidson's Milwaukee-Eight engine has two spark plugs per cylinder. It's all about boosting performance, efficiency, and emissions, while reducing heat.

    By Alvin Reyes 1 month ago Read More
  • A yellow 2021 Toyota GR Supra on a track
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    Jalopnik Investigates
    Jalopnik Investigates By Dave Goldberg 1 month ago

    Here's How Much The Toyota GR Supra Has Depreciated In 5 Years

    The 2021 GR Supra was a bit of a bargain when it was new, but have the years been kind to owners, or can you pick up a dirt-cheap sports coupe today?

    By Dave Goldberg 1 month ago Read More
  • Front view of a modified black XJ Jeep Cherokee
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Justin Hughes 1 month ago

    How The 'Non-Passenger Work Vehicle' Became The Family Car

    It all goes back to the early 1970s.

    By Justin Hughes 1 month ago Read More
  • A green and black Honda Rebel is parked on the street in front of a black metal fence
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    Motorcycles
    Motorcycles By Zak Wojnar 1 month ago

    5 Cheap Harley-Davidson Cruiser Alternatives For Bikers On A Budget

    Harley-Davidson may be one of the most famous brands for cruisers, but it's not the only name in the game. Here are some great cheaper alternatives.

    By Zak Wojnar 1 month ago Read More
  • A red 1978 Chevrolet Malibu
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    Chevrolet
    Chevrolet By Benjamin Gracias 1 month ago

    From Monza To Malibu: What Pristine Examples Of Chevy's Cool '70s-'80s Cars Can Be Worth

    The Malaise Era of the 1970s and 1980s was tough on American automakers, but Chevrolet still made a few iconic cars. Here's how much they're worth today.

    By Benjamin Gracias 1 month ago Read More
  • A blackout license plate on a motorcycle
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Chloe Clougher 1 month ago

    How To Get A Blackout License Plate (If You're Allowed To)

    Blackout license plates offer a sleek design for any vehicle. It's not available everywhere, but you can get one for yourself in a few certain states.

    By Chloe Clougher 1 month ago Read More
  • Man holding a cordless electric leaf blower while standing in a garden
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    Jalopnik Investigates
    Jalopnik Investigates By Alvin Reyes 1 month ago

    Drying Your Car With A Leaf Blower: Kind Of Genius Or Asking For Trouble?

    If you want to dry your car without scratching the paint, then using air seems pretty sensible, but will your leaf blower really be the right tool for the job?

    By Alvin Reyes 1 month ago Read More
  • Maserati's prototype V6 engine head featuring six valves per cylinder
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Kiran Menon 1 month ago

    Maserati Once Built A Six-Valve-Per-Cylinder Engine (And Quickly Learned Why Nobody Else Did)

    During the 1980s, Maserati experimented with a clever, 36-valve V6 gasoline engine, but for various reasons, the idea never really caught on.

    By Kiran Menon 1 month ago Read More
  • A mechanic holding three used spark plugs and a new one for comparison
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Alvin Reyes 1 month ago

    Why Buy Expensive Platinum Spark Plugs When Cheaper Copper Ones Exist?

    Considering the price differences between different spark plug types, you may be tempted to switch from platinum to copper plugs. Here's why that's a bad idea.

    By Alvin Reyes 1 month ago Read More
  • A Silver Ford Fusion towing a U-Haul trailer.
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    Sedans
    Sedans By Nico DeMattia 1 month ago

    Your Average Sedan Can Tow Surprisingly Well

    The average sedan is more muscular than you'd think, and it has plenty of towing power for many jobs. But make sure you're not outstripping its abilities.

    By Nico DeMattia 1 month ago Read More
  • Yellow Lamborghini Miura parked in a scenic location.
    2
    Jalopnik Investigates
    Jalopnik Investigates By Kiran Menon 1 month ago

    The Term 'Supercar' Existed Long Before The Miura

    The Lamborghini Miura is widely acknowledged as the world's first supercar, but it turns out the word was coined in England about 40 years earlier.

    By Kiran Menon 1 month ago Read More
  • A Gnome rotary engine sitting in front of a plane
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    Planelopnik
    Planelopnik By Shane Schmid 1 month ago

    The World's Weirdest Rotary Engine Is A 118-Year-Old French Spinner That Leaks Castor Oil Everywhere

    In the early days of engine building, a pre-Wankel rotary engine powered thousands of aircraft. One of several problems: It spewed castor oil on its pilots.

    By Shane Schmid 1 month ago Read More
  • Elvis Presley's 1973 Stutz Blackhawk III on display at Graceland.
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    Brands
    Brands By Charles Krome 1 month ago

    The Last Car Elvis Presley Ever Drove Was A Classy Stutz Fit For A King

    The last car the king of rock and roll piloted also was owned by the actual king of a Middle Eastern nation. It was a revival of a 1930s name on a modern frame.

    By Charles Krome 1 month ago Read More
  • A technician using suction tools to install new windshield glass
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    Advice
    Advice By Alvin Reyes 1 month ago

    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
  • Vehicles driving through a blizzard
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Chad Kirchner 1 month ago

    Here's Where Automakers Freeze Their Lugnuts Off For Cold Weather Testing

    Modern cars need to be tested for their resistance to cold weather. Since not everywhere in the world can account for this, automakers go to specific areas.

    By Chad Kirchner 1 month ago Read More
  • The California Zephyr train in the mountains
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    Trainlopnik
    Trainlopnik By Shane Schmid 1 month ago

    3 Sights You Miss If You Take The Longest Train Route In The U.S.

    The United States has an exceptionally long train route spanning across several states. But you can visit more interesting spots if you take a car, instead.

    By Shane Schmid 1 month ago Read More
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