You might be tempted to make use of as much of your car's stereo system as possible. But you'll face penalties if you get too loud with it in certain areas.
Read MoreThe numeric badges on the back of Cadillac's cars signified how much torque they had, in newton-meters, rounded up to the nearest 50. Yes, it was a dumb idea.
Read MorePorsche makes some great sports cars, but these vehicles come at a premium price. Here are several cheaper alternatives that still deliver impressive thrills.
Read MoreWe've probably all heard that we should recycle motor oil, but why is it so important for the environment? And what happens if we fail to do it?
Read MoreWe're used to seeing cars as art, but the Trabant is a niche choice. And adding legs to this one has unquestionably created the stuff of nightmares.
Read MoreIf you've been looking into winter tires, you might have heard of the 7-7 rule. But what is it, and why is it important for drivers in chilly climates?
Read MoreRefrigeration today is something we can easily take for granted. But in the early 1800s, there was one entirely different method of cooling.
Read MoreEven future stars have to pay the bills. Robert De Niro brought warmth to the small screen as a recent college grad who wants his parents to admire his new car.
Read MoreSeeing a quad at a bike show isn't ultra rare, but seeing this custom street-legal quad from a defunct manufacturer might be the highlight of your day.
Read MoreIf your project car has a busted engine, you may be trying to choose between a new crate motor and a rebuild. Here's how to decide which is right for you.
Read MoreReliability and maintenance costs don't always go hand in hand, but it's still useful to know whether a brand of car is dependable. Here's the word on Porsches.
Read MoreWhile some cars have some monstrous engines, Saab surprised itself in the 1950s when it created an experimental twin-engined model to compete in rally races.
Read MoreHydrogen-powered cars might seem like an invention of the future, but there was a car that pioneered the tech in 1978, and Jack Nicholson endorsed it.
Read MoreLuckily the baby was retrieved from the SUV unharmed, but the owners were left with a $1,000 bill for a key fob replacement after using the emergency access.
Read MoreYou don't have to be mega-rich to own a Chevrolet Corvette, but some iconic, rare models are worth a fortune today — and by fortune we mean seven figures.
Read MorePiston rings are an essential part of modern vehicles, but modern brands have moved to using low-tension versions of them for a couple of reasons.
Read MoreOverall, it would be better for the general public if every driver were better trained before getting a license.
Read MoreEvery now and then, a mechanic or engineer will start talking about dual-mass flywheels, but what are they? And why would car makers use them?
Read MoreIt's difficult to find gas above 90 octane in Alaska, but why? As it turns out, the real reasons are surprisingly mundane and have to do with geography.
Read MoreMiuras will always be cool, but this particular Miura comes with more than a hint of rock star about it. Rumor has it, it's a musician in its own right.
Read MoreIf you hear a knocking sound from the bowels of your engine, it could be rod knock, but what exactly is it, and just how catasrophic can it be?
Read MoreConcrete is hardwearing and tough, and it's a common building material, but could there be a better, more eco-friendly alternative for your driveway?
Read MoreAccording to a study from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, pedestrian and cyclist deaths as a result of hit-and-run crashes are now at an all-time high.
Read MoreSwitching from a gasoline engine to a diesel-powered setup is an enticing possibility, but it requires a lot more work than you might think.
Read MoreEngine size can be misleading. Here are several examples of engines from opposite ends of the size spectrum that produce similar levels of horsepower.
Read MoreTo catch a few teens riding minibikes without headlights, an Oklahoma City cop commandeered the hood of a strangers car and turned it into a pursuit vehicle.
Read MoreIt's almost as if the war against Iran is having huge, unintended consequences. Who could have predicted this?
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