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  • Delta Airbus A330
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    Planelopnik
    Planelopnik By Collin Woodard 2 months ago

    There's An Official Term For The Remains Left Behind By Bird Strikes, And You're Going To Hate It

    It also isn't clear where the term "snarge" originated, but unlike "skeets," the term "snarge" doesn't appear to have been invented by the internet.

    By Collin Woodard 2 months ago Read More
  • A collage of a Tesla Optimus robot falling backwards behind a table.
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    Tesla
    Tesla By Ryan Erik King 2 months ago

    Tesla Robot Teleoperator Crashes Out In Hilarious Fashion

    Ignoring the lack of autonomy involved, Optimus taking a tumble doesn't give me confidence.

    By Ryan Erik King 2 months ago Read More
  • Jack Brabham drives a rear-engine Cooper T43 racecar past the wreckage of two front-engine cars
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    Racing
    Racing By Charles Krome 2 months ago

    The Rise And Fall Of Front-Engine F1 Cars: What Really Forced The Switch

    Formula 1 racing wasn’t always at the forefront of automotive engineering. In the early days, the sport used front-engine cars, but eventually had to switch.

    By Charles Krome 2 months ago Read More
  • spy shot of a Lotus Eletre PHEV
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    News
    News By Andy Kalmowitz 2 months ago

    Lotus Is Dropping A Gas Motor In The Eletre, But Don't Get Too Excited

    Oh, it also has a fun new name, apparently: Eletre For-Me. I'm not so sure about that one, guys.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 2 months ago Read More
  • A Ford Crown Victoria spews fire from its hood-mounted exhaust pipes
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    Found For Sale
    Found For Sale By Amber DaSilva 2 months ago

    How To Own A Crown Vic Without Looking Like A Cop

    Cops, for instance, don't generally have flames shooting from their hood-mounted exhausts or fake miniguns mounted ahead of the windshield.

    By Amber DaSilva 2 months ago Read More
  • A white Dacia kei car sitting at a traffic light.
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    News
    News By Chad Kirchner 2 months ago

    What Would It Take For Kei Cars To Make Sense In The U.S.?

    Automakers like to make money, but what would market conditions need to look like for car makers to make money on kei cars?

    By Chad Kirchner 2 months ago Read More
  • 2025 F1 World Drivers Champion Lando Norris of Great Britain and McLaren celebrates with his team during the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on December 07, 2025 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
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    Racing
    Racing By Ryan Erik King 2 months ago

    Lando Norris Becomes F1 Champion As Verstappen's Historic Comeback Falls Short

    Defending champion Max Verstappen fell only two points shy of overcoming a 104-point deficit.

    By Ryan Erik King 2 months ago Read More
  • A classic car with front bench seats
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    Nostalgia You Can Taste
    Nostalgia You Can Taste By Shane Schmid 2 months ago

    Why Did Cars Stop Using Bench Seats, And Could They Come Back?

    Cars used to use bench seats in the front, but now bucket seats are the standard choice today. Here's why that is, as well as whether bench seats could return.

    By Shane Schmid 2 months ago Read More
  • A dirty alloy wheel on the front end of a white car.
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Dave Goldberg 2 months ago

    How To Stop Brake Dust From Clinging To Your Rims

    Brake dust is not only ugly, but it can also cause damage to your car's wheels. Here are the best ways to keep brake dust at bay and protect your rims.

    By Dave Goldberg 2 months ago Read More
  • Air India's forgotten Boeing 737 rusts at Kolkata's airport
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    Planelopnik
    Planelopnik By Nicholas Werner 2 months ago

    Air India Totally Forgot It Owned A Plane, Now Owes 13 Years Of Parking Fees

    Ever forget that you own an entire cargo airliner, leaving it to rust in a corner of an airport racking up 13 years of parking fees? We've all been there!

    By Nicholas Werner 2 months ago Read More
  • Rear 3/4 view of a VW ID Buzz
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    QOTD
    QOTD By Andy Kalmowitz 2 months ago

    These New Cars Offer The Worst Value For Money, According To You

    If your car ended up on this list, I think it would be best if you headed down to the comments and explained yourself.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 2 months ago Read More
  • U.S. President Donald Trump appears at an event on lowering drug prices in the Oval Office at the White House on November 06, 2025 in Washington, DC.
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    The Morning Shift
    The Morning Shift By Andy Kalmowitz 2 months ago

    Trump's Tariffs Are Raising Car Prices As Automakers Pass Increased Costs Onto Buyers

    In this morning's edition, from the U.S. to China, the automotive world is shrinking, and fast. But there's Christmas music on the radio, so that's something.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 2 months ago Read More
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    QOTD
    QOTD By Amber DaSilva 2 months ago

    Which Modern Kei Car Would You Buy If They Magically Showed Up In The U.S.?

    Would you go for a 'lil sports car or a practical kei van?

    By Amber DaSilva 2 months ago Read More
  • A front 3/4 view of the BMW E36 3-Series.
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    Advice
    Advice By Max Larsen 2 months ago

    11 Great Driver's Cars For First-Time Enthusiasts

    Finally ready to buy something not just because it can take you to work, but because it drives well, and struggling to budget for it? Check these ones out.

    By Max Larsen 2 months ago Read More
  • 1993 Geo Tracker three-quarter front image
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    Nice Price or No Dice
    Nice Price or No Dice By Rob Emslie 2 months ago

    At $4,500, Is This 1993 Geo Tracker Both Cheap And Cheerful?

    Nobody ever said the Geo Tracker was complicated. Maybe today's Nice Price Or No Dice decision is equally straightforward?

    By Rob Emslie 2 months ago Read More
  • A front three-quarters shot of the red Nissan Rogue PHEV parked in front of a white building advertising different kinds of furniture
    First Drive
    First Drive By Logan K. Carter 2 months ago

    2026 Nissan Rogue Plug-In Hybrid Is A Slow-Charging But Solid Placeholder For Next Year's Rogue E-Power Hybrid

    If you're looking for a hybrid crossover with a Nissan badge on the front, this rebadged Mitsubishi is your only option for now.

    By Logan K. Carter 2 months ago Read More
  • A car with independant rear suspension going over a speed bump that affects only the right wheel
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Shane Schmid 2 months ago

    What Are The Pros And Cons Of An Independent Rear Suspension?

    Different cars use different types of suspensions. An independent rear suspension, or IRS, carries many pros and cons that aren't found in other types.

    By Shane Schmid 2 months ago Read More
  • Car fuel gauge pointing to empty
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    Wrenching
    Wrenching By Alvin Reyes 2 months ago

    Why You Should Stop Letting Your Fuel Tank Run Low

    You may think it's harmless, but running low levels of fuel in your car, especially on a regular basis, is a bad habit that you should definitely break.

    By Alvin Reyes 2 months ago Read More
  • A silver BMW 5 Series 550i
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    Buying
    Buying By Benjamin Gracias 2 months ago

    If You're Looking For An Affordable Sleeper, These Cars Should Be On Your List

    If you're in the market for a luxurious and affordable sleeper car to tear up the streets, you'll definitely want to check out these speedy models.

    By Benjamin Gracias 2 months ago Read More
  • A vintage blue van on a cobblestone street parked near modern city buildings.
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    Nostalgia You Can Taste
    Nostalgia You Can Taste By Rohaan Sakrani 2 months ago

    This Commer Engine Had A Clever Trick That Set It Apart

    In the 1950s, Commer created a special engine known as the TS3. Its unique design allowed it to stand out, and many still recognize it today.

    By Rohaan Sakrani 2 months ago Read More
  • 2025 Nissan Rogue Rock Creek edition parked next to a creek
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    SUVs and Crossovers
    SUVs and Crossovers By Monday Goma 3 months ago

    How Reliable Is The Nissan Rogue? Here's What Consumer Reports Says

    The Nissan Rogue is a popular compact SUV, but where it ranks amongst class leaders in terms of reliability should help you decide if it's right for you.

    By Monday Goma 3 months ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of the Encor Series 1
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    News
    News By Amber DaSilva 3 months ago

    The Lotus Esprit S1 Is Back As The V8-Powered, Carbon-Fiber-Bodied Encor Series 1 Restomod

    It may look like an early Esprit, but the Encor is based on the later V8 models.

    By Amber DaSilva 3 months ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a blue 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLB driving in snow
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    News
    News By Andy Kalmowitz 3 months ago

    2027 Mercedes-Benz GLB EV And Hybrid Put An Emphasis On Tech While Keeping The Boxy Looks We Love

    Like its CLA sibling, the second-generation Mercedes GLB will be offered with both electric and hybrid powertrains, the EV being the clear standout.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 3 months ago Read More
  • An automatic transmission shift knob with a direct-shift gearbox.
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Rohaan Sakrani 3 months ago

    Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG): What It Is And How It Works

    For those trying to get the efficiency of a manual transmission with the smoothness of an automatic, a Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG) might be the best choice.

    By Rohaan Sakrani 3 months ago Read More
  • 2026 BMW M2 CS front end view
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    Car Types
    Car Types By Ivo Gievski 3 months ago

    You Probably Didn't Realize These Cars Are All Made In Mexico

    No matter where the companies that make the cars on this list are based, you might be surprised to learn that they make these particular models in Mexico.

    By Ivo Gievski 3 months ago Read More
  • A close-up of a fuel-filling nozzle labeled 'Diesel' at a gas station
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Rohaan Sakrani 3 months ago

    Why Diesel Fuel Is More Expensive Than Gas In The US But Not In Europe

    Diesel fuel is more expensive than gasoline in the U.S., but for a few reasons, European countries usually have gasoline fuel at higher prices than diesel.

    By Rohaan Sakrani 3 months ago Read More
  • Several Rivian models lined up in a parking lot.
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    Brands
    Brands By Dave Goldberg 3 months ago

    How Reliable Are Rivians? Here's What Consumer Reports Says

    In the world of electric vehicles, Rivian is an up-and-coming brand. But are its vehicles reliable? Here's what Consumer Reports has to say.

    By Dave Goldberg 3 months ago Read More
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