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  • Vintage Mighty Mouse statue.
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    Nostalgia You Can Taste
    Nostalgia You Can Taste By Abigail Longstreth 2 months ago

    How Chevy's 327 Small Block Earned Its 'Mighty Mouse' Nickname

    The Mighty Mouse made its first appearance in 1942, while Chevy's 327 debuted in 1962. But what exactly do the animated mouse and the V8 engine have in common?

    By Abigail Longstreth 2 months ago Read More
  • Close-up view of the many sipes or slits on the treads of a new tire
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Alvin Reyes 2 months ago

    What Are Sipes On A Tire?

    The sipes on your tires play an important role in traction and control. Here's what sipes are, why they matter, and whether siping your tires is worth it.

    By Alvin Reyes 2 months ago Read More
  • A picture of a Scion FR-S engine featuring D-4S technology
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Harrison Noble 2 months ago

    Why Some Engines Have Both Port And Direct Injection

    Port fuel injection and direct injection are similar but distinct systems, so why do some engine designs include both?

    By Harrison Noble 2 months ago Read More
  • Electric vehicle plugged in with a snowy background
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Kiran Menon 2 months ago

    Why Preconditioning Your Electric Car In Winter Is About More Than Just A Warm Cabin

    Preconditioning your EV during the winter can make the cabin more comfortable, but it does more than just that. Here's what to know.

    By Kiran Menon 2 months ago Read More
  • A Megazilla Ford engine on a stand against a white background
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Shane Schmid 2 months ago

    What's The Difference Between Ford's Megazilla And Godzilla V8 Engines?

    Ford's recent Godzilla and Megazilla engines can output some serious power. But they also have some pretty big differences despite their similar names.

    By Shane Schmid 2 months ago Read More
  • A front shot of a dark green R1S driving through a city with high-rise buildings and trees in the background
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    Technology
    Technology By Logan K. Carter 2 months ago

    Rivian's New Level 2 Hands-Free System Works On Any Road With Lines, Not Just Highways

    The update should be available to Gen 2 R1T and R1S owners before the end of the month.

    By Logan K. Carter 2 months ago Read More
  • Various car parts on a gray background
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    Advice
    Advice By Ivo Gievski 2 months ago

    10 Car Parts You Should Never Cheap Out On

    With labor costs becoming so expensive, there's no reason to install a subpar car part that you'll need to pay to replace sooner than expected.

    By Ivo Gievski 2 months ago Read More
  • side view of a Tesla robotaxi
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    News
    News By Andy Kalmowitz 2 months ago

    Elon Musk Says Tesla Robotaxis Without Safety Monitors Are Now Testing On The Streets Of Austin

    Musk says the goal is to have a fleet of 500 cars in Austin by the end of the year. Right now Tesla has about 31.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 2 months ago Read More
  • A Chevrolet double hump cylinder head mounted to a flow bench for testing.
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Ron King 2 months ago

    How Chevy's Double Hump Heads Shaped Small Block V8 Power

    In 1962, Chevrolet introduced double hump heads on its small-block engines. These helped shape the incredible power of small-block V8s for around 30 years.

    By Ron King 2 months ago Read More
  • Carl Rinsch
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    Crime
    Crime By Collin Woodard 2 months ago

    Car Commercial Director Found Guilty Of Scamming Netflix Out Of Millions

    Carl Rinsch has now been convicted of wire fraud, money laundering, and making illegal transactions.

    By Collin Woodard 2 months ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a white Czinger 21C at Laguna Seca
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    News
    News By Daniel Golson 2 months ago

    Czinger Takes Laguna Seca Lap Record Back From Koenigsegg, Who Took It From Czinger Last Month, Who Took It From Koenigsegg Last Year, Who Took It From Czinger Earlier Last Year, Who Took It From McLaren In 2021

    Don't be shocked if Koenigsegg heads back to Laguna Seca to try and beat Czinger again. Hopefully this rivalry stays hot for a long time.

    By Daniel Golson 2 months ago Read More
  • White 2025 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet front 3/4 view
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    Reviews
    Reviews By Andy Kalmowitz 2 months ago

    2025 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet Is For The Pure Of Heart

    While the 911 GTS Cabriolet might not pass muster in the eyes of "purists," it certainly appeals to people like me who enjoy driving for the sheer experience.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 2 months ago Read More
  • A Mazda MX-5 Miata parked on a paved surface with a large body of water and a city skyline in the background
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    Advice
    Advice By Monday Goma 2 months ago

    Here's How Much A 2020 Mazda Miata Has Depreciated In 5 Years

    Modern Mazda MX-5 Miata models have held their value incredibly well. But has the 2020 model managed to avoid harsh depreciation after five years?

    By Monday Goma 2 months ago Read More
  • Rear 3/4 view of a yellow Ford Ranger PHEV
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    News
    News By Andy Kalmowitz 2 months ago

    Ford Isn't Bringing The Ranger PHEV Or Super Duty To The U.S. Because It Doesn't Think We Need Them

    If you were one of the few people in the U.S. still holding out hope of buying a Ford Ranger Super Duty or plug-in hybrid, well, I've got some bad news for you.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 2 months ago Read More
  • A side view of a dark blue and silver Peugeot RCZ driving on a road past a blurry grassy field
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    QOTD
    QOTD By Logan K. Carter 2 months ago

    These Are The Strangest Rideshare Vehicles You've Ever Been In

    From sports cars to ultra-luxurious limousines, your strangest rideshare examples were quite varied.

    By Logan K. Carter 2 months ago Read More
  • MILL VALLEY, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 28: Victor Sanchez pumps gas into his truck at an Arco gas station on August 28, 2025 in Mill Valley, California. Labor Day gas prices are forecasted to be the lowest since 2020, with the national average price per gallon predicted to be $3.15 per gallon, 14 cents lower than in 2024.
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    The Morning Shift
    The Morning Shift By Amber DaSilva 2 months ago

    Trump's CAFE Changes Will Cost Drivers

    We're looking at how lowered emissions regulations could cost car buyers money, as well as the wild sums the Tesla board has raked in and more.

    By Amber DaSilva 2 months ago Read More
  • Woman, upset and traffic officer with ticket for checkpoint, security and crime investigation on highway.
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    QOTD
    QOTD By Ryan Erik King 2 months ago

    What's The Worst Traffic Ticket You've Ever Gotten?

    Was the fine eye-watering or was the reasoning behind the citation completely baloney?

    By Ryan Erik King 2 months ago Read More
  • A gray 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Z71 SUV seen from a right front three-quarter view on a dirt mountain trail
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    SUVs and Crossovers
    SUVs and Crossovers By Michael Sullivan 2 months ago

    14 SUVs With The Most Spacious Third Rows

    Although they can be big enough to seat plenty of people, some SUVs don't usually have much legroom in the third row. Here are 14 SUVs that do.

    By Michael Sullivan 2 months ago Read More
  • 2002 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab 4WD front three-quarter image
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    Nice Price or No Dice
    Nice Price or No Dice By Rob Emslie 2 months ago

    At $13,800, Will This 2002 Toyota Tacoma Pick Up Your Spirits?

    What do you think? Is $13,800 a fair price for this well-equipped and oh-so-normal Toyota? Or is that too much to ask, even for such a tarted-up Tacoma?

    By Rob Emslie 2 months ago Read More
  • An image of new brake pads and brake rotors
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Chino Ortiz 2 months ago

    Should You Replace Rotors When You Replace Brake Pads?

    If your brake pads are worn down and in need of replacement, you might need to replace your rotors as well. But there are some important items to check first.

    By Chino Ortiz 2 months ago Read More
  • An illustration of a manual, single-clutch transmission with a gear stick.
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Eugene Buono 2 months ago

    What's The Difference Between A Single- And A Dual-Clutch Transmission?

    The obvious answer is the number of clutches. But it goes beyond that, into questions of design and operation that can bring a car almost to being automatic.

    By Eugene Buono 2 months ago Read More
  • Front of a Costco wholesale club
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    Jalopnik Investigates
    Jalopnik Investigates By B. L. Johnson 2 months ago

    4 Car Products You Probably Didn't Know You Could Buy At Costco

    Costco is a great place to buy products in bulk, the store also has a large selection of car products. Here are some of the coolest auto products available.

    By B. L. Johnson 2 months ago Read More
  • A picture of a car's head-up display
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Harrison Noble 2 months ago

    Can Windshield Tint Mess With Your Car's Head-Up Display?

    If you are thinking about adding some windshield tint to your new car, should you be worried about whether it will interfere with your new HUD?

    By Harrison Noble 2 months ago Read More
  • NEW YORK - JANUARY 5, 2025: Congestion prices signage in Lower Manhattan at the entrance to the Congestion Relief Zone on the first day of its implementation in New York
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    News
    News By Amber DaSilva 2 months ago

    New York City's Congestion Pricing Is Increasing Foot Traffic And Helping Businesses

    EDC claims a 4.8% increase in foot traffic throughout areas of lower Manhattan, compared to a 1% increase for business areas not affected by congestion pricing.

    By Amber DaSilva 2 months ago Read More
  • A person holding a TPMS sensor
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Chino Ortiz 2 months ago

    Should You Replace TPMS Sensors When You Replace Tires?

    A car's tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) is useful, but some people wonder if the sensors need to be replaced when buying new tires. Here's the truth.

    By Chino Ortiz 2 months ago Read More
  • Red Fiat Dino Spider front 3/4 view from below
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    Brands
    Brands By Ivo Gievski 2 months ago

    12 Of Our Favorite Fiat Cars Ever Made

    One of Italy's automotive giants and with a long pedigree, Fiat has produced some stellar cars over its history, and here are a dozen of our favorites.

    By Ivo Gievski 2 months ago Read More
  • An SUV parked roadside in foggy conditions with trees and grass.
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    Crashes and Safety
    Crashes and Safety By Marko Mikulic 2 months ago

    Is Driving Without Headlights In The Fog Illegal? It All Comes Down To Visibility

    Federal law doesn't mandate fog lights, but the states do take fog seriously. Stiil, is it illegal to drive without your headlights when it's foggy?

    By Marko Mikulic 2 months ago Read More
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