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  • A closeup of the Subaru/Motori Moderni flat-12 Formula 1 engine inside a Subaru-Coloni race car.
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    Subaru
    Subaru By Paul Stadden 4 months ago

    The Forgotten Story Of Subaru's Flat-12 Formula 1 Engine

    Subaru had a very brief foray into Formula 1 racing with the help of a flat V12 engine, but its a story that most enthusiasts have forgotten.

    By Paul Stadden 4 months ago Read More
  • Fisker Ocean front three-quarter
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    News
    News By Collin Woodard 4 months ago

    MotorTrend Finally Found Its Missing Fisker Ocean In A Scrap Yard 60 Miles Away

    The magazine took its long-term Ocean in for a service appointment and never got it back.

    By Collin Woodard 4 months ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 static shot of a 2022 Acura RDX PMC Edition
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    Brands
    Brands By Monday Goma 4 months ago

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

    Acura is generally considered to be an exceptionally reliable car brand. Just how reliable is it? Here's what Consumer Reports says about Acura reliability.

    By Monday Goma 4 months ago Read More
  • Fueling up at the gas station
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    Car Design
    Car Design By John Brandon 4 months ago

    How Your Car Got Its MPG Rating (And Why It Doesn't Always Match Reality)

    Ever wondered what went into the testing process for the MPG rating on your car? Here's how those numbers are derived and why they aren't always accurate.

    By John Brandon 4 months ago Read More
  • a closeup shot of a car's automatic gear shifter
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Chloe Clougher 4 months ago

    What Happens If A Transmission Speed Sensor Goes Bad?

    Transmission speed sensors are vital automotive components, but they're not immune to wear and tear over time. Here's what can happen if one of yours goes bad.

    By Chloe Clougher 4 months ago Read More
  • an orange Ford Mustang McLaren M81 parked in front of a red garage
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    Ford
    Ford By Benjamin Gracias 4 months ago

    These Are The Rarest Ford Vehicles You've Probably Never Heard Of

    Ford has made many iconic vehicles over the years, but it's also released some obscure cars that few recognize. Here are five of the rarest Fords ever built.

    By Benjamin Gracias 4 months ago Read More
  • The Alia CX300 electric plane from Beta Technologies at the 2025 Paris Air Show
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    News
    News By Nicholas Werner 4 months ago

    Norway Tests Out Its All-Electric Plane Future

    If Norway can single-handedly create a small but significant market for electric planes, it might just give the whole market enough runway to take off elsewhere

    By Nicholas Werner 4 months ago Read More
  • a person cleaning the outside car windows with a cloth
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Alvin Reyes 4 months ago

    How To Clean The Outside Of Your Car Windows For A Streak-Free Finish

    Keeping your car's windows clean is vital. However, in practice, it's not always that easy to do. Here's how to clean auto glass for a streak-free shine.

    By Alvin Reyes 4 months ago Read More
  • a person removing a valve stem cap from a tire's valve stem
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Charles Krome 4 months ago

    Replacing Your Valve Stems May Be More Important Than You Think

    Your tires' valve stems are vital for maintaining proper air pressure. However, they don't last forever. Here's how to know when you need to replace them.

    By Charles Krome 4 months ago Read More
  • Cars racing in the NASCAR Cup Series
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Abigail Longstreth 4 months ago

    Why NASCAR Got Rid Of Rookie Stripes

    Rookie Stripes were once a rite of passage for NASCAR rookies and a cautionary tale for other drivers, but the stripes have since been phased out.

    By Abigail Longstreth 4 months ago Read More
  • NSU Wankel-Spider, the first car sold with a rotary engine
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Charles Krome 4 months ago

    Do You Have To Premix Gas And Oil For A Rotary Engine?

    Rotary engines often require unique forms of maintenance, and sometimes, that means premixing oil and gas. Here's how to know if your car needs this service.

    By Charles Krome 4 months ago Read More
  • Harley-Davidson CVO Street Glide on a winding road
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    Motorcycles
    Motorcycles By Alvin Reyes 4 months ago

    How Does RDRS Work On A Harley-Davidson?

    Many new Harley-Davidson motorcycles come with the company's advanced RDRS Safety Enhancements. Here's what that technology does and how it works.

    By Alvin Reyes 4 months ago Read More
  • Crowd of people crossing the street in Midtown Manhattan
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    News
    News By Amber DaSilva 4 months ago

    No, Defensive Walking Isn't The Solution For Road Deaths

    It's victim-blaming, it's bull, and it's not the solution we need.

    By Amber DaSilva 4 months ago Read More
  • Front shot of a red 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E
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    Ford
    Ford By Chloe Clougher 4 months ago

    Here's How Much A Ford Mustang Mach-E Depreciates After 5 Years

    The 5-year depreciation rate of the Ford Mustang Mach-E may lead some buyers to believe that purchasing a used vehicle in good condition is a better value.

    By Chloe Clougher 4 months ago Read More
  • Mexican taco food truck
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    Beyond Cars
    Beyond Cars By B. L. Johnson 4 months ago

    Want To Launch A Food Truck? Here Are The Models Vendors Prefer

    Are you thinking about launching a food truck, but not sure where to start? While there are several types to choose from, here are the preferred models.

    By B. L. Johnson 4 months ago Read More
  • Battery mounted in fender well of a Chrysler
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By B. L. Johnson 4 months ago

    Of All The Places To Put Car Batteries, This Might Be The Worst

    Being able to change the battery in your car should be one of the easiest maintenance tasks to do, but some modern cars seemingly try to hide the battery.

    By B. L. Johnson 4 months ago Read More
  • All classic Bugs, including this 1949 model, have air-cooled engines in the rear
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Charles Krome 4 months ago

    How The Air Cooled Beetle Used Exhaust Gas To Heat Its Cabin

    The classic Volkswagen Beetle used a surprising method to heat its cabin, but it led to drivers using it incorrectly and thinking it didn't work.

    By Charles Krome 4 months ago Read More
  • Gas station in USA
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Benjamin Gracias 4 months ago

    The Cheapest And Most Expensive States To Buy Gas In America

    Gas prices are always a popular subject, and for good reason, because it can get expensive. However, prices per gallon are different in every state.

    By Benjamin Gracias 4 months ago Read More
  • The modern Ford logo on the emblem of a Ford Ranger tail gate.
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    Ford
    Ford By Greg Poggiali 4 months ago

    How Ford's Logo Changed Over Time (And Why The Blue Oval Stuck)

    The evolution of Ford's blue oval was long, sometimes bizarre, and ultimately cemented by the company's refusal to change with trends of the time.

    By Greg Poggiali 4 months ago Read More
  • Mechanic loosening the oil drain plug to drain the engine oil
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    Jalopnik Explains
    Jalopnik Explains By Alvin Reyes 4 months ago

    Why Car Makers Switched To Single-Use Oil Drain Plugs

    The controversial switch to plastic oil drain pans has also heralded the arrival of single-use oil drain plugs made of the same plastic as the drain pans.

    By Alvin Reyes 4 months ago Read More
  • A collection of h-pipe and x-pipe dual exhaust crossovers on a table
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Richard Sachek 4 months ago

    H-Pipe Vs X-Pipe: Which One Usually Delivers The Bigger Performance Gain?

    Both X-pipes and H-pipes can boost performance levels for dual-exhaust cars. Here's the one you can generally expect to provide greater horsepower gains.

    By Richard Sachek 4 months ago Read More
  • A man buckling a child into a rear-facing car seat in the back of a minivan
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    Crashes and Safety
    Crashes and Safety By Logan K. Carter 4 months ago

    3 Common Mistakes That Put Kids At Risk In Car Crashes According To IIHS

    The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety knows some simple ways to keep your kids safe in the car if there's a crash. They have some other tips, too.

    By Logan K. Carter 4 months ago Read More
  • A person torquing a car's wheel
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    Car Design
    Car Design By Chino Ortiz 4 months ago

    Torquing Your Wheels Is Crucial, But Where Do You Actually Find The Spec?

    Proper wheel torque is essential to prevent damage and keep your ride safe. However, where exactly do you find torque specs? Here's what you need to know.

    By Chino Ortiz 4 months ago Read More
  • Competition Yellow 2007 Pontiac G5 GT Coupe in a parking lot with other cars and a building in the background
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    Brands
    Brands By Monday Goma 4 months ago

    5 Pontiacs You Might Not Know Were Rebadged From Other Brands

    Car rebadging is relatively common and allows automakers to release new models without much development. Here are five Pontiacs rebadged from other brands.

    By Monday Goma 4 months ago Read More
  • A semi truck with smoke going out of its exhaust
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    Trucks
    Trucks By Chino Ortiz 4 months ago

    What Causes High EGT On A Diesel Truck?

    Diesel engines run hot under load, but extreme heat means trouble. Here are the hidden causes of rising exhaust temps and how to keep them in check.

    By Chino Ortiz 4 months ago Read More
  • Front shot of an Audi RS4 Avant cornering on a country road
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    Audi
    Audi By Chloe Clougher 4 months ago

    The Reason Audis Are Known For Understeer

    Audis have had a tendency to understeer for a few different reasons, so designers and engineers worked together to find a solution — with limited results.

    By Chloe Clougher 4 months ago Read More
  • GM's Warren Technical Campus
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    News
    News By Collin Woodard 4 months ago

    Don't Worry, GM's Tech Center Is Now Free From Legionnaires' Disease

    GM closed the center on September 10, after it received word from the Macomb County Health Department that two employees had tested positive for the disease.

    By Collin Woodard 4 months ago Read More
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