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  • Close up of the grille emblem on a GMC Pickup
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Jackson Lambros 3 months ago

    GM Once Built A V12 Engine That Weighed More Than An Original Mini Cooper

    V12 engines aren't around quite as often anymore, but they have a storied history. General Motors once built a V12 that could outweigh an original Mini Cooper.

    By Jackson Lambros 3 months ago Read More
  • Mazda CX-9 front three-quarter
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    Advice
    Advice By Collin Woodard 3 months ago

    5 Used Three-Row SUVs That Get The Best Real-World Gas Mileage, According To Consumer Reports

    Ultimately, if you want a three-row crossover that gets the best gas mileage, a hybrid is the way to go.

    By Collin Woodard 3 months ago Read More
  • An image of the foggy rear window of a vintage orange car
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Shane Schmid 3 months ago

    The Old Fashioned Car Accessory That Solved Foggy Rear Windows

    Up until the 1970s, some cars still didn't have rear window defrosters. To compensate, many drivers used this interesting gadget. Here's how it works.

    By Shane Schmid 3 months ago Read More
  • The 2024 Harley Davidson Hydra-Glide Revival parked in front of a diner.
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    Motorcycles
    Motorcycles By Ron King 3 months ago

    When Did Harley-Davidson Start Using Rubber-Mounted Engines?

    Many modern Harley-Davidson motorcycles use rubber mounts for their engine. Let's explore when this started and how these rubber mounts affect riders.

    By Ron King 3 months ago Read More
  • Hood emblem of a Lamborghini Jarama
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Chloe Clougher 3 months ago

    5 Car Brand Logos With Hidden Meanings

    Cadillac, Hyundai, Audi, Lamborghini, and Toyota all have iconic logos. But these car brand logos also contain some hidden meanings that you might not know.

    By Chloe Clougher 3 months ago Read More
  • Exposed brake disc of a car on a lift
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    Wrenching
    Wrenching By Collin Woodard 3 months ago

    This Tax Dispute Could Cost Arizonans Their RockAuto Access

    It boils down to the state deciding that RockAuto has a physical presence in the state and therefore owes back taxes on its sales, plus penalties.

    By Collin Woodard 3 months ago Read More
  • R2D2 next to a :andspeeder at a Star Wars convention.
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Charles Krome 3 months ago

    Luke Skywalker's Landspeeder Was Built On The Chassis Of An Obscure British Three-Wheeled Car

    In a galaxy far, far away -- no, scratch that. The real story starts in 1970s England, where a weird little three-wheeler went intergalactic.

    By Charles Krome 3 months ago Read More
  • A vintage photo of Ivan 'Ironman' Stewart wearing a red Toyota race suit standing next to his TRD desert race truck parked in the desert
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    Toyota
    Toyota By Logan K. Carter 3 months ago

    The Surprising History Of Toyota's TRD Program In The U.S.

    The first time that the letters TRD adorned anything in the United States, it was actually thanks to a racing duo who imported TRD parts from the Philippines.

    By Logan K. Carter 3 months ago Read More
  • Mechanic pouring fresh oil into a car engine
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago

    The Downsides Of Using Thicker Oil In Your Engine

    It's commonly believed that thicker oil offers better protection in cars. However, using thicker oil has some downsides that could ruin your ride.

    By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago Read More
  • An artist's impresstion of a 2026 BMW M2 CS, a BMW S1000RR, and a 1972 BMW 3.0 CSL
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    Entertainment
    Entertainment By Ryan Erik King 3 months ago

    'The Crew Motorfest' Plans To Tell Its Jovial Version Of BMW History

    The new playlist's hero car will be the new 2026 M2 CS, exclusive to the game, but will star cars dating all the way back to the 1972 BMW 3.0 CSL.

    By Ryan Erik King 3 months ago Read More
  • Jay Leno in his 1907 White Steam Car
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    Culture
    Culture By Zak Wojnar 3 months ago

    What Are The Rarest Cars Featured On Jay Leno's Garage?

    Jay Leno's garage is hybrid car collection, museum, and restoration shop. Here are some of the rarest cars Leno keeps in his famous Burbank facility.

    By Zak Wojnar 3 months ago Read More
  • Automatic transmission in reverse
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Nishant Jayaram 3 months ago

    What Actually Happens If You Shift Into Reverse While Driving

    Depending on the vehicle, shifting into reverse while driving may not cause damage. Here's what to know and how your car protects itself from this behavior.

    By Nishant Jayaram 3 months ago Read More
  • Hyundai Ioniq 6 N burning rubber on a race track
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    Advice
    Advice By Collin Woodard 3 months ago

    The Best Bang-For-Your-Buck Tires You Can Buy, According To Consumer Reports

    The most expensive tires on the rack aren't necessarily the best.

    By Collin Woodard 3 months ago Read More
  • John Davis on s10 e45 of MotorWeek
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    Culture
    Culture By Collin Woodard 3 months ago

    MotorWeek Might Not Exist If John Davis Hadn't Found Wall Street Traders So Boring

    In the automotive world, John Davis is a man who needs no introduction.

    By Collin Woodard 3 months ago Read More
  • Four new iridium spark plugs.
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    Wrenching
    Wrenching By Chino Ortiz 3 months ago

    What's The Difference Between Iridium And Platinum Spark Plugs?

    Iridium or platinum spark plugs -- which should you choose for your car? Here’s how they compare when it comes to performance, longevity, and price.

    By Chino Ortiz 3 months ago Read More
  • Air Force One arrives at Maxwell Air Force Base, March 7, 2015. President Barack Obama was enroute to Selma to participate in the 50th anniversary of the Selma to Montgomery civil rights march.
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    Planelopnik
    Planelopnik By Ryan Erik King 3 months ago

    Who Built Air Force One Before Boeing Took Over?

    The official transition for air travel was a matter of both convenience and necessity for the American president, and Teddy Roosevelt was the first to fly.

    By Ryan Erik King 3 months ago Read More
  • A blue 2025 Subaru Crosstrek on a rocky river bank.
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    Subaru
    Subaru By Dave Goldberg 3 months ago

    What Is And Isn't Covered By Subaru's Warranty?

    Subarus are known for being reliable, but warranty coverage is just as important as dependability. Here's a breakdown of Subaru's new car warranty.

    By Dave Goldberg 3 months ago Read More
  • Twin-engined Diamond DA-62 diesel aircraft arriving at Bonn-Hangelar airfield in Germany
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    Planelopnik
    Planelopnik By Charles Krome 3 months ago

    These Two Companies Offer Diesel Airplane Engines, Here's Why

    Diesel airplane engines are extremely rare, but maybe they shouldn't be -- modern designs show they can outperform gasoline engines in some aspects.

    By Charles Krome 3 months ago Read More
  • A screenshot of a driver showing a Get Out of Jail Free card to a police officer
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    News
    News By Matthew DeBord 3 months ago

    Driver Tries To Get Out Of Traffic Stop By Handing Cop A Monopoly 'Get Out Of Jail Free' Card

    One motorist recently had an extra document available and used it in an effort to avoid a citation: a "Get Out of Jail Free" card from the Monopoly board game.

    By Matthew DeBord 3 months ago Read More
  • 3/4 front-left shot of a white 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV
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    News
    News By Monday Goma 3 months ago

    GM Just Had Its Best Decade In US Sales – And It's Not All EVs

    Between January and September 2025, a total of 2.2 million GM vehicles were sold across the country

    By Monday Goma 3 months ago Read More
  • A gas pump with five grades of fuel from Regular to Premium and Super.
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Ron King 3 months ago

    Do Modern Hemi Engines Need Premium Gas?

    Modern Hemi engines have some unique features that might leave owners wondering if they need to fill their car with the highest-grade premium gas.

    By Ron King 3 months ago Read More
  • A large truck towing an RV
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Shane Schmid 3 months ago

    Diesel VS Gas: What Is Best For Towing An RV?

    If you're an RV owner deciding between a gas and a diesel truck, you should know that each offers pros and cons. Here's how to know which is best for you.

    By Shane Schmid 3 months ago Read More
  • 2026 Dodge Charger Sixpack front view, showing no front license plate bracket
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    News
    News By Justin Hughes 3 months ago

    Idaho No Longer Requires A Front Plate If You Don't Have A Bracket

    Naturally, the police don't like this, because it makes both manual and automatic tracking more difficult.

    By Justin Hughes 3 months ago Read More
  • An artist's impressions of an TransAstra Capture Bag capturing an asteroid.
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    Spacelopnik
    Spacelopnik By Ryan Erik King 3 months ago

    Catching Asteroids In A Bag Could Be The New Panning For Gold

    TransAstra already has a dozen ground-based telescopes searching for mining-suitable asteroids.

    By Ryan Erik King 3 months ago Read More
  • A Hamilton Street Railway DE60LFR at McMaster University rounding a corner
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    News
    News By Ryan Erik King 3 months ago

    Joyrider Steals City Bus, Drives Route And Denies Entry To Someone With Expired Bus Pass

    Despite getting lost, the local police even complimented the man's driving.

    By Ryan Erik King 3 months ago Read More
  • Coca-Cola 2025 AI holiday commercial
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    News
    News By Collin Woodard 3 months ago

    Coca-Cola's New AI Ad Can't Decide How Many Axles Its Trucks Should Have

    Did they just not think anyone would notice?

    By Collin Woodard 3 months ago Read More
  • John Forester screenshot via NotJustBikes
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    Beyond Cars
    Beyond Cars By Collin Woodard 3 months ago

    How One Cycling-Obsessed Weirdo's Pro-Bike Crusade Actually Made Riding Bikes Worse For Everyone Else

    If you've never John Forester's name before, you're in luck, because Not Just Bikes just dedicated a full 95-minute video to how wrong he was about everything.

    By Collin Woodard 3 months ago Read More
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