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  • A closeup of a car's tailpipe with droplets of water dripping out
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Shane Schmid 3 months ago

    Why Water May Be Coming Out Of Your Tailpipe

    While it may be frightening to see water dripping out of your car's exhaust, it's not typically a cause for concern. Here's what usually causes this phenomenon.

    By Shane Schmid 3 months ago Read More
  • A mechanic holding a used head gasket.
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Ron King 3 months ago

    Why You Should Never Reuse A Cylinder Head Gasket

    Reusing a cylinder head gasket can seem like it'd save you plenty of money. But doing this is incredibly risky, and it could leave your car in trouble.

    By Ron King 3 months ago Read More
  • Gray 2024 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Collector's Edition
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    Chevrolet
    Chevrolet By Kiran Menon 3 months ago

    Will The Camaro Ever Come Back? Here's What We Know

    Rumors of a new Camaro are growing, and with good reason, but Chevy has said nothing. Here's what we know for sure about the brand's future plans.

    By Kiran Menon 3 months ago Read More
  • Close up on mechanic's hand adding brake fluid under a car's hood
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    Wrenching
    Wrenching By Charles Krome 3 months ago

    Mineral Oil Vs DOT Brake Fluid: What's The Difference And Which One Should You Use

    Can't decide whether to use mineral oil or DOT brake fluid? Here are the differences between the two, and the impact they can have on your car.

    By Charles Krome 3 months ago Read More
  • Driver's-side profile of 2020 Honda Civic Touring Sedan parked on beach
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    Honda
    Honda By Charles Krome 3 months ago

    Here's How Much A 2020 Honda Civic Has Depreciated In 5 Years

    A 2020 Honda Civic could be a solid buy for anyone in the used-car market. For those looking, here's how much one has depreciated in the last 5 years.

    By Charles Krome 3 months ago Read More
  • A display of the Michelin Man on the French headquarters of Michelin tires company
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    Advice
    Advice By Charles Krome 3 months ago

    The Most Satisfying Tire Brand Isn't Goodyear, According To Consumer Reports

    Goodyear is an exceptionally popular tire brand, but the Consumer Reports rankings put two other tire brands above it consistently in multiple areas.

    By Charles Krome 3 months ago Read More
  • Red 2026 Toyota Camry seen from left front overlooking hazy mountains
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    Brands
    Brands By Michael Sullivan 3 months ago

    8 Cars More Reliable Than A Toyota Camry

    The Toyota Camry is very dependable, but some cars are even more durable, according to reliability statistics from Consumer Reports and J.D. Power.

    By Michael Sullivan 3 months ago Read More
  • A California weigh station sign with a semi behind it on the road
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    Transportation
    Transportation By Shane Schmid 3 months ago

    Why Semi Trucks Are Required To Weigh In So Often

    We've all seen semi trucks pulling into weigh stations on the highway. But why exactly must big rigs face weight inspections? Here's what to know.

    By Shane Schmid 3 months ago Read More
  • A UPS MD-11 takes off from Portland International Airport
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    Planelopnik
    Planelopnik By Nicholas Werner 3 months ago

    Boeing Knew About The UPS Plane's Problem Long Before The Fatal Crash In November

    Unfortunately, we're going to continue seeing aging aircraft in our skies for a long while.

    By Nicholas Werner 3 months ago Read More
  • Cars fueling up at a Costco gas station in Reykjavik, Iceland.
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Eugene Buono 3 months ago

    Can Your Costco Membership Get You Cheaper Gas Abroad?

    Costco is famed for its $1.50 hot dog and other inexpensive items, but can your Costco membership get you cheap gas in other countries? Here's what we found.

    By Eugene Buono 3 months ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a green Mercedes-Benz G580
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Daniel Golson 3 months ago

    White Was Still The Most Popular Car Color In 2025, But Green Is Making A Comeback

    It's no secret that the landscape of automotive paint colors is really damn boring, and has been for years.

    By Daniel Golson 3 months ago Read More
  • Silhouette of an Amish horse and buggy against a sunset
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    News
    News By Justin Hughes 3 months ago

    Some Amish Communities Are Adopting E-Bikes Instead Of Horses

    Roughly two-thirds of Amish churches now allow e-bikes.

    By Justin Hughes 3 months ago Read More
  • Six new spark plugs laid neatly amidst a grayish backdrop
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago

    Here's What Using The Wrong Spark Plugs Can Do To Your Engine

    Spark plugs are essential for gas-powered engines. However, they're not all created equal. Here's what can happen if you use the wrong spark plugs in your car.

    By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago Read More
  • Vehicles are driven along I-95 on June 30, 2022 in Miami, Florida.
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    QOTD
    QOTD By Andy Kalmowitz 3 months ago

    These Are Your Local Driving Gripes

    Over 100 of you sounded off in the comments about what drives you nuts about driving where you live.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 3 months ago Read More
  • Interior of a Subaru engine bay showing non-factory intake piping
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    QOTD
    QOTD By Amber DaSilva 3 months ago

    What's The Dumbest Thing You've Done For Speed?

    Have you pumped too much nitrous in search of quarter-mile times, or cut your apexes too tightly to shave tenths and ended up running off-track?

    By Amber DaSilva 3 months ago Read More
  • 2006 Subaru Impreza front three-quarter image
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    Nice Price or No Dice
    Nice Price or No Dice By Rob Emslie 3 months ago

    At $5,500, Is This 2006 Subaru Impreza An Impressive Deal?

    Bright red and a stick-shift, what's not to like?

    By Rob Emslie 3 months ago Read More
  • A close-up of the dash cluster of a 2025 Nissan Armada.
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Greg Poggiali 3 months ago

    Why Did Automakers Start To Use Piano Black Trim?

    Piano black trim is relatively common in the car industry, despite the fact that many owners hate it. Here's why manufactures began using it in the first place.

    By Greg Poggiali 3 months ago Read More
  • An image of rhodium, which is used in catalytic converters
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Shane Schmid 3 months ago

    This Mineral In Your Catalytic Converter Costs $10,000 Per Ounce, And It's Essential

    Catalytic converters are essential automotive exhaust system components, but they're extremely expensive, thanks, in part, to the presence of this metal.

    By Shane Schmid 3 months ago Read More
  • A used ATF filter resting on a green plastic pan
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago

    Is It Worth Installing An Inline Transmission Filter?

    An inline transmission filter is an aftermarket part that some enthusiasts choose to install on their rides. Here's how to decide if one is right for you.

    By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago Read More
  • Mechanic holding a catalytic converter
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Chloe Clougher 3 months ago

    Why Cheap Catalytic Converters Can End Up Costing You More

    If your catalytic converter fails, you may be tempted to replace it with a cheap aftermarket model, but here's why that's probably not the best idea.

    By Chloe Clougher 3 months ago Read More
  • A white 2018 Ford F-150 Raptor parked with skyscrapers in the background.
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    Ford Trucks
    Ford Trucks By Nishant Jayaram 3 months ago

    Why Did The Ford Raptor V8 Go Away In 2017?

    Originally, Ford's F-150 Raptor was a capable off-road machine with a V8 engine. But in 2017, Ford decided to turn to a different power plant. Here's why.

    By Nishant Jayaram 3 months ago Read More
  • The functioning taillight of the stopped owner's Tesla Model Y
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    Tesla
    Tesla By Ryan Erik King 3 months ago

    Tesla Model Y Juniper's Taillights Are So Confusing A Cop Thought They Were Broken

    The owner claimed on Facebook that the officer told him where the brake lights should be and warned him to get them fixed.

    By Ryan Erik King 3 months ago Read More
  • A double wishbone suspension and its upper A-arm architecture on display
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago

    MacPherson Struts Vs. Double Wishbone: How Do The Suspension Designs Compare?

    Suspension designs come in many shapes and sizes, but MacPherson struts and double wishbones are among the most common. What are their biggest differences?

    By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago Read More
  • A thermostat set to 70 degrees against a background of money.
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Eugene Buono 3 months ago

    Why Is Heating Oil More Expensive Than Gasoline?

    Gasoline and heating oil both come from the same barrel. But the latter is more expensive, and there are a few reasons for that additional cost.

    By Eugene Buono 3 months ago Read More
  • Side shot of a red Subaru SVX
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    Subaru
    Subaru By Chloe Clougher 3 months ago

    They May Not Be A WRX, But We Think These Subarus Deserve More Respect

    The Subaru WRX gets a lot of love, and deservedly so. But some of the Japanese automaker's lesser-celebrated models deserve just as much attention, if not more.

    By Chloe Clougher 3 months ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a blue Bentley Batur convertible
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Daniel Golson 3 months ago

    Bentley Is 3D-Printing Platinum Now, Too

    Those platinum bits aren't Bentley's only "first" for this Batur.

    By Daniel Golson 3 months ago Read More
  • A person pointing toward a worn-out tire mounted on a white passenger vehicle.
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Marko Mikulic 3 months ago

    These Tire Wear Patterns Could Reveal What's Wrong With Your Car

    In some cases, the best way to figure out what's wrong with your car is to look at your tires. But you need to know which wear patterns to watch out for.

    By Marko Mikulic 3 months ago Read More
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