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  • A red Ford Bronco Sport with a Texas license plate driving down a suburban street.
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Marko Mikulic 2 days ago

    These U.S. States Still Require A Front License Plate

    Some states no longer require a front license plate, and there are some exemptions to the laws in the many states where they're still mandated.

    By Marko Mikulic 2 days ago Read More
  • Blue Porsche 911 Targa with its rear-mounted engine visible
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    Porsche
    Porsche By Nishant Jayaram 2 days ago

    Why Porsche Switched From Air-Cooled To Water-Cooled Engines

    Porsche made the move from air-cooled to water-cooled engines for the 911 in 1997. Here's what pushed the German automaker to leave decades of tradition behind.

    By Nishant Jayaram 2 days ago Read More
  • Rolls-Royce Wraith front 3/4
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    News
    News By Collin Woodard 2 days ago

    Wealthy Jerks Who Park Illegally Finally Face The Tiniest Taste Of That Thing Called 'Consequences'

    It takes time to get a car back, and if there's one thing the wealthy hate, it's being forced to spend their time doing something they don't want to do.

    By Collin Woodard 2 days ago Read More
  • A mechanic pulling out a car fuse with a fuse puller
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Chino Ortiz 2 days ago

    Here's How To Check And Replace Car Fuses Yourself

    If there's an electrical component on the fritz in your car or something that's stopped working entirely, one of the first things to check is your fuse box.

    By Chino Ortiz 2 days ago Read More
  • A driver fills the gas tank at the pump.
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Josh West 2 days ago

    These Are The Most Fuel-Efficient Cars Ever Sold In America

    Automotive fuel efficiency has made incredible leaps in recent decades. To showcase this, here are some of the most fuel-efficient cars ever sold in the U.S.

    By Josh West 2 days ago Read More
  • A closeup of the VORTEC logo on the engine cover in a Hummer H2
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Paul Stadden 3 days ago

    The Biggest Differences Between The 5.3 And 6.2 GM Engines

    General Motors made V8s with 5.3-liter and 6.2-liter displacements. While they're under the same brand name, there are a few other key differences between them.

    By Paul Stadden 3 days ago Read More
  • Front three quarters shot of a white EX30 parked on dirt at sunset with green mountains in the background, blue skies, and a few clouds
    First Drive
    First Drive By Logan K. Carter 3 days ago

    Rear-Wheel-Drive 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Is A Fun, High-Quality EV With Tech That Takes Some Getting Used To

    I read reviews of the EX30 before I drove it, so I expected it to be pretty miserable, but I came away from the experience totally tickled.

    By Logan K. Carter 3 days ago Read More
  • A broken windshield wiper.
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Ron King 3 days ago

    Stop Using WD-40 On Your Wiper Blades. Use This Instead.

    You may have heard that using WD-40 on your windshield wipers is a good way to maintain them, but it's not true. Here's what you should use instead.

    By Ron King 3 days ago Read More
  • Elon Musk with his right arm extended straight to the tips of his fingers, his face covered with the Grok logo and the pulpit logo covered with that of xAI
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    Tesla
    Tesla By Amber DaSilva 3 days ago

    Tesla Holiday Update Adds Grok, In Case Your Directions Weren't Racist Enough

    Happy holidays! It's time for the annual Telsa holiday update, that wonderful time of year when your high-dollar car gets a few new Easter eggs.

    By Amber DaSilva 3 days ago Read More
  • Josh's two-tone 2003 Toyota Corolla from Pimp My Ride
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    Entertainment
    Entertainment By Frankie Cruz 3 days ago

    10 Of The Worst Pimp My Ride Cars The Show Ever Produced

    In the '00s, people dreamed of having their car transformed by MTV's "Pimp My Ride," but the pimpification of these bling wagons was more nightmare fuel.

    By Frankie Cruz 3 days ago Read More
  • LA workers painting a street white
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Shane Schmid 3 days ago

    LA's White Painted Streets Actually Serve A Cool Purpose

    Los Angeles has started painting some of its streets white, and there's actually a really cool reason why. Here's what to know about LA's white roads.

    By Shane Schmid 3 days ago Read More
  • A Costco Wholesale Tire Center sign on the side of a warehouse.
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    Advice
    Advice By Chad Kirchner 3 days ago

    Can You Return Tires To Costco? Here's What Its Policy Actually Allows

    Costco offers a wide variety of tires to its members. Even so, some buyers might wonder if newly-purchased tires can still be returned to Costco.

    By Chad Kirchner 3 days ago Read More
  • Car heater blowing cold air on a frosty windshield.
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Ron King 3 days ago

    4 Reasons Your Car's Heater Will Only Blow Cold Air (And What To Do About It)

    A car heater that blows cold air is extremely annoying, and there are several issues that can cause this problem. Here are the most likely causes.

    By Ron King 3 days ago Read More
  • A green 1970 Plymouth Duster does a burnout
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Paul Stadden 3 days ago

    Why A Live Rear Axle Is Better For Drag Racing

    Live axles and independent rear suspension each have their benefits and drawbacks, but live axles are particularly well-suited to drag racing.

    By Paul Stadden 3 days ago Read More
  • 1902 Orient Aster motorcycle on display at St. Francis Motorcycle Museum
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    Motorcycles
    Motorcycles By Charles Krome 3 days ago

    The Oldest Motorcycle Brand In America Isn't Harley-Davidson Or Indian

    Neither Harley-Davidson nor Indian is responsible for the first U.S.-built motorcycle. Here's what to know about the company that actually holds that honor.

    By Charles Krome 3 days ago Read More
  • A distributor ignition system from an old truck
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Alvin Reyes 3 days ago

    Why Did Cars Switch From Distributors To Coil Packs?

    Older models of cars used to rely on distributor-based ignition systems. Today, though, modern vehicles rely on coil packs instead. Here's why.

    By Alvin Reyes 3 days ago Read More
  • Driver's licenses from multiple states
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By B. L. Johnson 3 days ago

    Is It Legal To Have Two Driver's Licenses From Two Different States?

    Maintaining a driver's license in multiple states may seem useful, but is it legal? Here's everything you need to know about having more than one license.

    By B. L. Johnson 3 days ago Read More
  • Max Verstappen's No. 1 Red Bull car in the pits.
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    Racing
    Racing By Nishant Jayaram 3 days ago

    The Reason Max Verstappen Is Number 1 (And How F1 Drivers Get Their Numbers)

    Lando Norris’s championship win means Max Verstappen must give up the No. 1 in 2026. But how do Formula 1 drivers get their numbers in the first place?

    By Nishant Jayaram 3 days ago Read More
  • A side view of an Indian V-twin motorcycle engine showing silver cooling fins against black-painted components.
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    Motorcycles
    Motorcycles By Mark Roy 3 days ago

    The Pros & Cons Of Liquid Cooled & Air Cooled Motorcycle Engines

    Many motorcycle engines might rely on liquid or air cooling. These different styles both have some pros and cons depending on which motorcycle you ride.

    By Mark Roy 3 days ago Read More
  • Jaguar I-Pace Waymo Robotaxi on the streets of San Francisco
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    News
    News By Justin Hughes 3 days ago

    Woman Has A Baby In A Waymo Robotaxi

    Waymo's Rider Support Team detected "unusual activity" inside the robotaxi, which is certainly one way to describe what was going on here.

    By Justin Hughes 3 days ago Read More
  • 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody front wheel
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    Car Types
    Car Types By Ivo Gievski 3 days ago

    Every Production Car With A Hellcat Engine

    The Hellcat engine found itself under the hood in everything from trucks to SUVs as well as two-door and four-door muscle cars. Let's revisit each one.

    By Ivo Gievski 3 days ago Read More
  • A formation of yellow Fitch barriers
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    Crashes and Safety
    Crashes and Safety By Ryan Erik King 3 days ago

    Why Water-Filled Highway Crash Barrels Don't Freeze – Even In The Coldest Weather

    Water-filled barrels are used on the highway to prevent crashes. You might think they'd freeze in the winter, but they have a special quirk that prevents this.

    By Ryan Erik King 3 days ago Read More
  • A close-up view of the engine compartment of a 1962 Chevrolet Nova with the small block 327.
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    Nostalgia You Can Taste
    Nostalgia You Can Taste By Abhik Das 3 days ago

    Chevy's 327 Proved You Don't Need A Big Block To Win Races

    Chevy made waves with its engine designs throughout history. Its small-block 327 proved that size wasn't the only thing that could help you win races.

    By Abhik Das 3 days ago Read More
  • a screenshot of the news broadcast showing the charred remains of a Tesla Model Y inside a smoky structure
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    Tesla
    Tesla By Logan K. Carter 3 days ago

    A Tesla Charger Fire Burned Down A Florida Home, Nearly Trapping The Family Inside

    The best defense against harm from EV fires when charging at home are smoke detectors.

    By Logan K. Carter 3 days ago Read More
  • A mechanic with gloves holding a car's alternator.
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    Wrenching
    Wrenching By Charles Krome 3 days ago

    Should You Replace Your Car's Serpentine Belt When Replacing The Alternator?

    The alternator and serpentine belt are part of the same system in your car. But does that mean you should replace the belt when you're replacing the alternator?

    By Charles Krome 3 days ago Read More
  • An Allison transmission rotating at high speed during dynamometer testing.
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    Nostalgia You Can Taste
    Nostalgia You Can Taste By Rohaan Sakrani 4 days ago

    The History Of Allison Transmission, And Why GM Is No Longer In The Picture

    Allison transmissions were featured in General Motors vehicles for almost a century. The breakup between the companies was a long time in the making.

    By Rohaan Sakrani 4 days ago Read More
  • 2025 Audi S3 front 3/4 view
    Reviews
    Reviews By Andy Kalmowitz 4 days ago

    2025 Audi S3 Is All The Car You'll Ever Need

    Perhaps it's time to go against the American car-buying grain and see if you can fit your life into an Audi S3.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 4 days ago Read More
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