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    Entertainment
    Entertainment By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago

    Let's Say You Won A Car On The Price Is Right, Here's What Happens Next

    You may think that if you win a car on "The Price Is Right," you can drive it right off the studio floor. What follows, though, is more complex and takes time.

    By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago Read More
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    News
    News By Justin Hughes 3 months ago

    Mirai Owners Suing Toyota Because Hydrogen Is The Most Common Element In The Universe But It's Damn Difficult To Find On Earth

    The Mirai's reliance on fuel cell technology requires hydrogen filling stations, which are pretty much non-existent in the U.S.

    By Justin Hughes 3 months ago Read More
  • A closeup of the Dodge Viper 8.4-liter V10 under the hood of a Honda S2000
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    Wrenching
    Wrenching By Paul Stadden 3 months ago

    Bored By Chevy LS Swaps? How About These Alternatives?

    An LS swap is a simple option if you're looking for more horsepower, but if you're looking for something unique, this list should give you inspiration.

    By Paul Stadden 3 months ago Read More
  • A person holding two brake pads in front of a car's braking assembly.
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    Advice
    Advice By Marko Mikulic 3 months ago

    What Are The Differences Between Ceramic And Semi-Metallic Brake Pads?

    Ceramic and semi-metallic brake pads have many upsides and downsides. Here are the differences between them, as well as what makes one better than the other.

    By Marko Mikulic 3 months ago Read More
  • A driver using Ford BlueCruise for handsfree driving
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    Ford
    Ford By Chloe Clougher 3 months ago

    Which Ford Vehicles Have BlueCruise?

    Ford's BlueCruise is one of the best hands-free driving features you can find in cars today. But not every Ford model comes with BlueCruise available.

    By Chloe Clougher 3 months ago Read More
  • Industrial white big rig long haul semi truck with extended cab
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Rohaan Sakrani 3 months ago

    Why Some Semi Trucks Need 18 Speed Transmissions

    There are numerous differences between a standard passenger car and a semi truck, including the fact that some semis use 18-speed transmissions. Here's why.

    By Rohaan Sakrani 3 months ago Read More
  • One firefighter inside burning building at window, one outside watching
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Charles Krome 3 months ago

    If You Hear A Fire Truck Honk Three Times, This Is What It Means

    Have you ever heard a fire truck honk three times, or use a siren sound that doesn’t match that familiar, high-pitched wail? Those sounds aren’t random.

    By Charles Krome 3 months ago Read More
  • Mechanic using a wrench to work on a car engine.
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    Wrenching
    Wrenching By Nathaniel Ehinger 3 months ago

    10 Car Maintenance Tips That Could Save You A Trip To The Mechanic

    An important part of keeping maintenance costs down is resolving issues before they fail completely. Here are 10 tips that could help you avoid a costly bill.

    By Nathaniel Ehinger 3 months ago Read More
  • A car's exhaust pipe.
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    Wrenching
    Wrenching By Nishant Jayaram 3 months ago

    Cat-Back Vs. Axle-Back Exhaust Systems: What's The Difference?

    Cat-back and axle-back exhaust systems both replace a car's stock system. But there are key differences in their comprehensiveness and effect on power.

    By Nishant Jayaram 3 months ago Read More
  • Studio shot of a McLaren F1
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Chloe Clougher 3 months ago

    These Supercars Save Money Using Parts From Boring Everyday Cars

    Some supercar brands cut costs by fitting components from ordinary cars, blending impossible performance and luxury with modest headlights, tailights, and more.

    By Chloe Clougher 3 months ago Read More
  • Tyre Reviews' Jonathan Benson with three rims each weighing more than the last, sits in front of his blue F80 BMW M3 in his garage
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Paul Stadden 3 months ago

    This Test Shows The Limits Of Lightweight Wheels (But There Are Still Lessons Worth Learning)

    Lightweight wheels are a common modification that can improve vehicle acceleration, braking, and handling, but is it worth the money to buy the lightest set?

    By Paul Stadden 3 months ago Read More
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    Nice Price or No Dice
    Nice Price or No Dice By Rob Emslie 3 months ago

    At $79,000, Is This 2003 Ferrari 360 Modena Spider A Silver Steal?

    With just 20,000 miles on the clock, today's 360 Modena is amazingly underused for a normal car, but in Ferrari terms, it is reaching middle age.

    By Rob Emslie 3 months ago Read More
  • EV chargers in a row
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    EVs and Hybrids
    EVs and Hybrids By Kiran Menon 3 months ago

    The Most Efficient EV In America Isn't A Tesla

    Tesla may be one of the most well-known electric vehicle manufacturers, but it doesn't build the most efficient EV. Here's the company that does.

    By Kiran Menon 3 months ago Read More
  • A front three quarters shot of a green Subaru Forester driving on a gravel road in front of a grassy hillside
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    Found For Sale
    Found For Sale By Logan K. Carter 3 months ago

    These Brands Make The Best Cars According To Consumer Reports

    These are the top 10 best car brands, and five of the worst.

    By Logan K. Carter 3 months ago Read More
  • The interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS transits through the solar system with galaxies in the background
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    Spacelopnik
    Spacelopnik By Nicholas Werner 3 months ago

    Fare Thee Well, 3I/ATLAS: The Interstellar Comet Has Come As Close As It Ever Will

    Last Friday, the interstellar comet designated 3I/ATLAS completed its closest approach to Earth without crashing into us or depositing an invading armada.

    By Nicholas Werner 3 months ago Read More
  • Stainless steel brake lines on a white background
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Travis Langness 3 months ago

    You Probably Don't Need To Upgrade To Stainless Steel Brake Lines, But Here's Why You Would

    Most average drivers won't need to upgrade to stainless steel brake lines. However, here's why some enthusiasts choose to do it anyway.

    By Travis Langness 3 months ago Read More
  • Dodge Ram SRT-10 silver front view
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Kiran Menon 3 months ago

    This Pickup Left The Factory With The Biggest Displacement Engine Offered In A New Truck

    There have been a number pickup trucks to roll off the factory floor with large engines over the years, but this truck had the biggest engine ever.

    By Kiran Menon 3 months ago Read More
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    Crashes and Safety
    Crashes and Safety By Collin Woodard 3 months ago

    These Are The Safest SUVs You Can Buy, According To The IIHS

    If you're in the market for a safe, new SUV, you're going to want one that earned either a Top Safety Pick or Top Safety Pick+.

    By Collin Woodard 3 months ago Read More
  • Man cleaning white paint with a clay bar
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    Wrenching
    Wrenching By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago

    You Might Not Think To Use A Clay Bar On These Parts Of Your Car

    Clay bars safely remove grime, contaminants, and other corrosive substances from the paint surface, making polishing and waxing easier and more effective.

    By Alvin Reyes 3 months ago Read More
  • Front three quarters shot of a gray and red 2024 Nissan Z Nismo driving on a race track
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    Advice
    Advice By Logan K. Carter 3 months ago

    Dealers Still Can't Sell These Brand New 2024 Model Year Cars

    Here are the 10 models with the most leftover new 2024 inventory, as we stare down the barrel of 2026.

    By Logan K. Carter 3 months ago Read More
  • An unrecognizable airport location with a decorated Christmas Tree in the foreground an a flight departures display visible in the background
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    Planelopnik
    Planelopnik By Ryan Erik King 3 months ago

    Unruly Behavior On Flights Peaks Around Christmas And Better-Dressed Passengers Aren't Going To Fix It

    After analyzing data from the past 25 years, the CBC found that more disruptive passenger reports are filed in December than in any other month.

    By Ryan Erik King 3 months ago Read More
  • A large car and a small car are depicted in parking lot paint.
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Josh West 3 months ago

    8 Of The Largest Production Cars Ever Made

    Long before the eco movement and even predating the fuel crisis, some true behemoths cruised the American highways. Here, we look at 8 enormous production cars.

    By Josh West 3 months ago Read More
  • A Ford F-350 Super Duty hauling a large trailer uphill.
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Ron King 3 months ago

    TorqShift Vs. Allison: How Do These Heavy-Duty Transmissions Compare?

    For pickup trucks, Ford uses a 10-speed TorqShift transmission while GM uses a 10-speed Allison transmission. Here's how these transmissions compare.

    By Ron King 3 months ago Read More
  • Gelled diesel oil being poured from a container
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Chino Ortiz 3 months ago

    Why Diesel Fuel Gels In The Cold, But Gas Doesn't

    If you use diesel fuel in cold weather, it has a chance of turning into a gel-like substance. Gasoline doesn't have this problem, though. Here's why.

    By Chino Ortiz 3 months ago Read More
  • A screenshot showing Secretary Giannoulias smiling in front of two flags next to an Illinois plate that reads
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    Entertainment
    Entertainment By Logan K. Carter 3 months ago

    Watch The Illinois Secretary Of State Read The Funniest Personalized License Plates That Got Denied This Year

    Some of the denied requests seem pretty benign to me, but I guess some people can be offended by asinine things so the state wants to err on the side of caution

    By Logan K. Carter 3 months ago Read More
  • A person with gloved hands checking a wiper blade assembly.
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Dave Goldberg 3 months ago

    How Often Should You Replace Your Wiper Blades? (Many Drivers Push It Way Too Far)

    Replacing your wiper blades is an essential auto maintenance job. However, many drivers don't replace them frequently enough, which can lead to various issues.

    By Dave Goldberg 3 months ago Read More
  • Firefighters approaching the Beechcraft Super King Air after landing at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport.
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    Planelopnik
    Planelopnik By Ryan Erik King 3 months ago

    Autoland Emergency System Sees First Practical Use As Plane Loses Pressurization

    The autonomous function safely guided the aircraft down to the runway, where first responders ensured the two pilots on board were unharmed.

    By Ryan Erik King 3 months ago Read More
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