Should You Grease Your Trailer Hitch Ball? Pros And Cons Explained
Keeping the ball of your trailer hitch ready to go means introducing some sort of lubrication, but is grease the right answer for the issue?
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What Car Maintenance Did You Not Get Around To This Weekend?
What have you been absolutely, 100% meaning to get to and just haven't yet?
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At $4,500, Does This 1996 Volvo 850 Estate Have What It Takes?
Today's 1996 Volvo 850 has had a remarkable 391,000 miles to amass all kinds of interesting and perhaps frustratingly unidentifiable odors
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Ford 6.7 Power Stroke: These Are The Worst Years According To Owners
The Ford 6.7 Power Stroke engine has had a strong run over the last decade, but some years are more prone to failure than others. Here are some to be wary of.
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Why Are Diesels Better For Towing And Hauling Compared To Gas Vehicles?
Gas engines have their advantages; they're cheaper to buy and easier to maintain. But there are several reasons why diesels are better for towing and hauling.
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How Cylinder Deactivation Saves You Gas (And Sometimes Doesn't)
Automakers call it by different names, but many have a system to deactivate some of an engine's cylinders and save you gas. Yet this can bring its own problems.
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This Was The First Car To Come With Disc Brakes As Standard
You'd think there would be an easy answer to this, but there are American, French and British contenders for the crown. We sort through them all.
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Ukrainian Drone Delivers Emergency E-Bike To Surrounded Soldier
Ukraine has been nothing if not unconventional throughout this war, particularly in its use of drones, and this situation was no exception.
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5 Useful Ways To Use The Upfitter Switches In Your Ford Truck
Ford trucks come with "upfitter" switches that let you control add-on accessories with the flick of a finger. Here are five especially helpful ways to use them.
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Is Your Trailer Too High Or Low? Here's How Level It Should Be (And How To Check)
When you're towing, does the trailer need to be level? If so, how can you check? And how can you go about making sure it's actually in perfect balance?
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Why Does The 4L60E Have Such A Bad Reputation?
The 4L60E engine can be found under the hood of quite a few models, but it doesn't have the best reputation. Here's what the auto community has to say about it.
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Dead Red Laws: Every US State Where It's Legal For Motorcycles To Run A Red Light
Can it really be legal for motorcycles to run red lights? The answer in some places is "Yes." Here's why, and a list of every state where this is the law.
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General Motors' OnStar 'Crisis Mode' Facilitated The Rescue Of Multiple Stranded Drivers During Texas Floods
GM's OnStar services directly supported a dozen successful rescue operations in the recent floods, and it answered over 4,000 crisis calls in total.
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Why Proper Crosshatching Can Make Or Break Your Engine
While the crosshatching work performed on the cylinders of your engine may be largely out of your control, it can still have a big impact on performance.
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These Common Overnight RV Parking Spots Are Legal In Most States
Need to find a place to put your RV on a cross-country trip? We've got a long list of places you can probably stay, and apps that can help you find more.
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Here Are Some Unexpected DIY Ways To Get Oil Stains Out Of Your Driveway
You've probably heard of kitty litter and baking soda as prime methods for getting oil stains off your driveway. But there are lots of, um, odder ways to do it.
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This Was The Bestselling Mercedes-Benz In The Brand's History
SUVs are the hot thing now, even for Mercedes-Benz. But back in the day, cars reigned supreme. And this car sold more than any vehicle in Mercedes-Benz history.
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What Is Considered Normal Engine Oil Pressure? (& How To Know If It's Too Low Or High)
Keeping your car's oil pressure within the correct range is an important part of vehicle maintenance — but what exactly is that range? Let's take a look.
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American Driving Habits Exposed: You'll Never Guess Who Drives The Most
In 2023 (the most recent year with complete data) Americans put in a grand total of 2.9 trillion miles.
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When Subaru Killed The EJ Engine (And What Replaced It)
The EJ engine powered Subarus for 32 years until a variety of federal regulations killed it. But the engines that replaced it had problems of their own.
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Yes, You Can Daily A Side-By-Side UTV — But Only In These States
Can you really use your utility task vehicle as a daily driver? Yes, in lots of states, but in many others, it's no. And in a few states, the answer is "maybe."
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Is It Illegal To Park A Gas Car In An EV Charging Spot?
Signs saying a parking space is for "EV charging only" may seem to have the force of law. But is planting your gas car there anything worse than a jerk move?
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F1 Engines Don't Last Long, And Replacing One Isn't Cheap
F1 engines operate under constant stress, which means that their lifespan is limited. Here's how long one will run and how much it costs to replace.
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The Multiple Uses Of Dry Ice In Formula 1
If you've ever noticed plumes of heavy smoke emanating from an F1 car it might be something cold rather than something hot — here's how F1 teams use dry ice.
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If Your Diesel Engine Feels Sluggish Under Load, This Might Be Why
There are lots of reasons why your diesel engine might be underperforming, but a lot of them go back to the same underlying issue. Here's what to do.
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Are Costco Car Batteries Actually A Good Deal And What Is The Warranty?
Shoppers love Costco due to the bulk prices on goods, but does that mean the car batteries are a good deal? Here's how they compare to the other retailers.
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Here's Why The Boeing 777x Needs Folding Wingtips
Boeing's new 777x has faced lots of delays on its way to being delivered to airlines. But its need for folding wingtips has been evident from the start.
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