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  • A rider putting fuel in a motorcycle.
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    Motorcycles
    Motorcycles By Rohaan Sakrani 3 months ago

    Is Premium Gas In A Motorcycle Worth It Or A Waste Of Money?

    Is there any benefit to filling up your bike with an octane level above what the manufacturer recommends or is it just draining your wallet?

    By Rohaan Sakrani 3 months ago Read More
  • A white Volvo XC90 in a showroom.
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    Crashes and Safety
    Crashes and Safety By Benjamin Gracias 3 months ago

    5 Popular Car Brands Known For Their Safety

    If safety is at the top of your list, these five brands stand out. In fact, one of them patented the three-point seat belt, then let the world use it for free.

    By Benjamin Gracias 3 months ago Read More
  • A stack of tires in a tire shop
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Chino Ortiz 3 months ago

    The Easiest Ways To Spot A Counterfeit Tire

    Tires are something that you don't want to cheap out on, but convincing counterfeits can make that hard. Here's how to tell a real tire from a clone.

    By Chino Ortiz 3 months ago Read More
  • New York state capitol building with an
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    News
    News By Justin Hughes 3 months ago

    New York Wants To Make Annoying Car Subscriptions A Thing Of The Past

    Most drivers don't want subscription-based options in their cars.

    By Justin Hughes 3 months ago Read More
  • A technician assembling a Mercedes-AMG four-cylinder engine
    35
    Car Design
    Car Design By Benjamin Gracias 3 months ago

    These 4-Cylinder Engines Make Power You'd Expect From A V8

    Four-cylinder engines are able to output massive power. In some cases, they can rival V8 engines when comparing their horsepower and displacements.

    By Benjamin Gracias 3 months ago Read More
  • 1967 Toyota Century first generation front 3/4 view
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Ivo Gievski 3 months ago

    These 7 Hemi Engines Weren't Built By Chrysler

    Although the HEMI name is associated with Chrysler's iconic V8s, there are a handful of hemispherical engines that were made by entirely different companies.

    By Ivo Gievski 3 months ago Read More
  • White BMW M2 parked on the road.
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    BMW
    BMW By Nishant Jayaram 3 months ago

    Why BMW Switched To Traditional Automatics From DCTs

    Traditional automatic transmissions are making a comeback, but why? In short, money and comfort -- and BMW isn’t the only brand rethinking its gearbox choices.

    By Nishant Jayaram 3 months ago Read More
  • Gas prices listed on an Exxon gas station sign
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By B. L. Johnson 3 months ago

    Why You're Paying More (Or Less) At Certain Gas Stations

    Most drivers have probably noticed that gas prices can vary wildly, even within the same state or town. Here's why that is and how gas prices work.

    By B. L. Johnson 3 months ago Read More
  • 2025 Volvo EX90 driving down an oceanside road with a beach
    9
    News
    News By Justin Hughes 3 months ago

    Volvo Ends Relationship With Luminar, Drops Lidar For 2026 Models

    The technology itself is not the reason for the dispute.

    By Justin Hughes 3 months ago Read More
  • Rendering of Voyager 1 in Flight
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    Spacelopnik
    Spacelopnik By Jackson Lambros 3 months ago

    At The Edge Of Our Solar System, NASA's Voyager 1 Found A 'Wall Of Fire'

    Voyager 1 and 2 traveled billions of miles to reach the heliopause, showing how the Sun’s magnetic influence marks the boundary of our solar system.

    By Jackson Lambros 3 months ago Read More
  • A vehicle with an engine block heater plugged into AC
    15
    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Shane Schmid 3 months ago

    What Is An Engine Block Heater And Do You Need One?

    Many drivers may have never heard of engine block heaters. However, these devices can be extremely useful, depending on where you live. Here's what to know.

    By Shane Schmid 3 months ago Read More
  • A Green 2024 Porsche Macan 4S electric, charging in front of mountains
    9
    EVs and Hybrids
    EVs and Hybrids By Chloe Clougher 3 months ago

    What Are The Differences Between 400- And 800-Volt EVs?

    The differences between a 400- and 800-volt EV are more than a simple question of voltage. They affect the vehicles' weight, efficiency, and price.

    By Chloe Clougher 3 months ago Read More
  • Old four-cylinder car engine with visible oil stains on the valve cover.
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    Wrenching
    Wrenching By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago

    The Best Way To Clean A Greasy Engine Bay

    Your engine bay needs cleaning too, but you have to approach it carefully to avoid soaking sensors, wiring, and other parts that react badly to moisture.

    By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago Read More
  • Herd of horses walking in the middle of a mountain highway on sunny day
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Charles Krome 3 months ago

    Why Modern Engines Still Measure Power Output In Horsepower

    Have you ever wondered why we still measure an engine's output in horsepower? It all started as clever marketing, but the term never went away.

    By Charles Krome 3 months ago Read More
  • 81 macaques found in a pickup truck in Thailand
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    News
    News By Collin Woodard 3 months ago

    Car Chase Leads To Rangers Finding 81 Monkeys And A Whole Bunch Of Meth Inside Truck

    It appears the meth was stored separately from the monkeys and was likely intended for human use, not the macaques' consumption

    By Collin Woodard 3 months ago Read More
  • Man experiences sticker shock at gas pump.
    13
    Advice
    Advice By B. L. Johnson 3 months ago

    These Rewards Programs Could Actually Save You Money On Gas

    From loyalty and rewards programs to fuel-price apps, there are plenty of ways to save money on gas. Use them, and you'll never have to pay full price again.

    By B. L. Johnson 3 months ago Read More
  • The twin-turbocharged 5.5-liter V8, with a flat-plane crankshaft, of the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
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    Chevrolet
    Chevrolet By Charles Krome 3 months ago

    Why Chevy Switched To A Flat Plane Crank In The Corvette

    Curious what drove Chevy’s switch to a flat-plane crank in the Corvette? Here's how this setup boosts rpm, improves scavenging, and creates a unique sound.

    By Charles Krome 3 months ago Read More
  • A person driving in reverse in their car while looking over their shoulder
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By B. L. Johnson 3 months ago

    How To Reverse Park Flawlessly Every Time

    Backing up into a parking spot can be daunting, but it's actually not as difficult as you may think. Here's a simple method for backing into a parking space.

    By B. L. Johnson 3 months ago Read More
  • An officer directing traffic in Thimphu, Bhutan.
    0
    Crashes and Safety
    Crashes and Safety By B. L. Johnson 3 months ago

    A Country Without Traffic Lights? There's Only 1 Left

    There's only one country left without traffic lights. The lack of them is just one of the things that makes this place unique among the world's nations.

    By B. L. Johnson 3 months ago Read More
  • Mechanic removing the oil drain plug from a car engine
    1
    Wrenching
    Wrenching By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago

    How To Remove A Stuck Oil Drain Plug

    Removing a seized oil drain plug can be difficult, but it's not impossible. Here are some of the best methods to try when removing a stuck drain plug.

    By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago Read More
  • Additive being poured into a car's engine
    28
    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Chloe Clougher 3 months ago

    5 Additives That Could Help Improve Your Engine's Performance And Its Lifespan

    All cars need routine maintenance, but you can go above and beyond by using additives to boost performance and longevity. Here are some of the best additives.

    By Chloe Clougher 3 months ago Read More
  • A black-and-white photo of a P-47 Thunderbolt airplane being pushed on the runway by a maintenance crew
    15
    Planelopnik
    Planelopnik By Paul Stadden 3 months ago

    This WWII Fighter Plane Inspired Star Wars' Y-Wing Starfighter

    Those futuristic spacecraft in "Star Wars" didn't come out of nowhere. X-wings are basically space Spitfires, and Y-wings rework this World War II fighter.

    By Paul Stadden 3 months ago Read More
  • An inline five-cylinder engine's pistons, connecting rods, and crankshaft make up the rotating assembly that's floating in a black void background
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Paul Stadden 3 months ago

    The Pros & Cons Of 5 Cylinder Engines

    Five-cylinder engines are seeing less use in recent years. While they have some unfortunate cons, they also have great pros that make them worth remembering.

    By Paul Stadden 3 months ago Read More
  • Red 2025 Nissan Armada on display
    15
    Advice
    Advice By Benjamin Gracias 3 months ago

    These Are Some Of The Best Large SUVs, According To Consumer Reports

    Large SUVs can offer plenty of cargo space and high-end features. According to Consumer Reports, there are five in particular that stand above the rest.

    By Benjamin Gracias 3 months ago Read More
  • A mechanic working underneath a vehicle on a lift
    14
    Advice
    Advice By Shane Schmid 3 months ago

    3 Of The Most Reliable German Car Brands, According To Consumer Reports

    Consumer Reports ranks the reliability of numerous car brands. Of these brands, three in particular are considered to be the most reliable German automakers.

    By Shane Schmid 3 months ago Read More
  • A yellow countdown traffic light in New Zealand.
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    Crashes and Safety
    Crashes and Safety By Shane Schmid 3 months ago

    Why US Traffic Lights Don't Have Countdown Timers

    Yellow traffic lights in over 20 countries count down to when the red light appears, but that's banned in the United States. Here's why the U.S. is different.

    By Shane Schmid 3 months ago Read More
  • Nissan 370Z on a country road
    15
    Buying
    Buying By John Brandon 3 months ago

    7 Discontinued Nissan Models That Are Actually Worth Buying

    These classic discontinued Nissan models remain excellent purchases, whether for their standout features, impressive performance, reliability, or design.

    By John Brandon 3 months ago Read More
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