The Most Spacious And Comfortable Compact SUVs You Can Buy, According To Consumer Reports
If you're in the market for a compact SUV but also want to make sure you won't feel cramped or uncomfortable, take a look at this list.
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My Outback Is Boring But I Need Something That Is Good For The Snow! What Should I Buy?
Brendan lives in Buffalo, which is the perfect environment for his Outback. The problem is that while the Subaru does everything well, it's kind of boring.
Read MoreThe Pros And Cons Of Buying A High Mileage EV
Here are some important things to consider when shopping for a high-mileage EV.
Read MoreI Need An Affordable And Fuel Efficent Commuter Car! What Should I Buy?
Jack lives in Oregon, has a budget of $15,000 and wants something good for highway cruising that will also return some respectable MPG. What car should he buy?
Read MoreThese 5 New Cars Currently Have The Biggest Discounts, According To Consumer Reports
It's tough finding a good deal out there, but you can still save money on a new car.
Read MoreThese Are The Used Cars We Wouldn't Take A Risk On At Any Price
Some used cars offer deals that are simply too good to be true — and in some cases they are. Here are 11 used cars we wouldn't take off the lot.
Read MoreHow To Tell If An Odometer Has Been Rolled Back
Don't expect the seller to tell you if they've rolled back a car's odometer. But there are ways to tell if this has happened. Here they are.
Read MoreThese 5 Cars Sat On Dealership Lots The Longest In Q1 Of 2025
When cars sit on dealers' lots, prices can start to drop, which is good news for buyers. These five cars sat the longest in the first quarter of 2025.
Read MoreLet's All Start A Rumor That Used Lexus LC 500s Are Icky And Gross So They Depreciate Faster
If we can't point to any actual reasons other people shouldn't buy used LCs, why not invent our own reasons?
Read MoreElectric SUVs Are Shockingly Cheap To Lease Right Now — One Is Even $0 Per Month
The cheapest lease on this list is the Honda Prologue — you pay $4,800 up front, and nothing else for the rest of the 24-month term.
Read MoreI Need A Cheap And Sturdy Truck To Haul Furniture! What Should I Buy?
Downsizing a two-Focus household and adding a cheap truck to the fleet should be an easy challenge, right?
Read MoreAutomakers Are Working Overtime To Sell EVs Before Trump Kills The $7,500 Tax Credit
With extra incentives like price cuts and charging credits, automakers are hoping to entice as many people as possible to buy EVs before they get more expensive
Read MoreStripped Oil Drain Plug? Here's How To Remove It
Changing your vehicle's oil yourself is a great way to save money, but a stripped oil drain plug can be a tricky problem. Here's how to remove it.
Read MoreUsed Cars Under $20,000 Are An Endangered Species
While nearly half of all three-year-old cars cost less than $20,000 in 2019, only 11.5% remain at that price point today.
Read MoreWhere To Find Your Car's VIN Number (And Why You Might Need It)
A car VIN number is like a social security number for your vehicle. Here are the scenarios when you might need it and the places where you can find it.
Read MoreCan Driving Through Deep Puddles Really Damage Your Car
Whether it may seem fun or it's by complete accident, it may not be a good idea to drive through puddles. Here's what could happen if you do.
Read MoreI'm Finally Able To Get A Real Enthusiast Car! What Should I Buy?
Jon finally has the opportunity to buy an actual "enthusiast car." With a budget of up to $30,000, what car should he buy?
Read MoreHow The Michelin CrossClimate 3 Compares To Other All-Weather Tires, According To Tyre Reviews
For their test of the two new Michelins, Tyre Reviews grabbed a set of Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3s, as well as some Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6s.
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Beyond Cars (9)
Man Gets $12,500 From Google After Street View Exposed His Bare Butt To The World
He'd taken measures to ensure his privacy, to make evening out tan lines at home a viable option, but the height of Google's cameras circumvented his fencing.
Read MoreI Bought A Proper Bicycle And Now I'm Going To Be Even More Insufferable
I'm always talking about how smaller vehicles are better for traffic, the environment and society, and now I'm taking what may be the final step in the pipeline
Read MoreWhat You Need To Know Before Towing Your Car With An RV
There's a lot to know before you tow, from the three methods of towing (and which is right for your car) to the arcane way to figure out how much you can tow.
Read MoreBoston Flips The Bird To Waymo Robotaxis
Boston city officials ended up siding with the protesters, agreeing that robotaxis are bad for Beantown for several reasons.
Read MoreJust How Dangerous Is New York City's Subway, Really?
So while crimes do occur on the subway, and the pandemic led to significant increases, it's disingenuous to claim the subway is more dangerous than ever.
Read MoreYou Might Love Your Vintage RV, But Some Parks Don't
It's always less expensive to buy an older RV or to hold onto your RV for as long as you can, but that might also prove to be a headache at some campgrounds.
Read MoreHonda Helping Team USA Olympic Bobsled/Skeleton Team With Wind Tunnel Testing And Development
Aerodynamics play an important role in shaving valuable fractions of a second off bobsled and skeleton run times, and Honda wants to help Team USA win.
Read MoreIt's Illegal To Live In An RV On Your Property In These US States
With house prices soaring, many people are turning to living in RVs full-time. However, it's illegal to live in one on your property in these U.S. states.
Read MoreIt's July 4, So Naturally It's Time To Start Thinking About Honda's Hybrid Snow Blowers
Honda is legendary for many things, but two stand out: an engineering-led corporate culture and the staggering range of products the company manufactures.
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BMW (3)
European Emissions Regulations Won't Kill BMW's High-Performance Engines
BMW fans, you can breathe a sigh of relief.
Read MoreWhere BMW Gets Its Name, And Why Enthusiasts Should Care
The name BMW isn't just a collection of letters; the letters stand for something. Here's where BMW's name comes from, and why car lovers should care.
Read MoreThese BMW N52 Years Have The Most Problems
The N52 is reliable, as far as BMW engines go. But that doesn't mean there aren't problems with it. Here are the years to watch out for in particular.
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Boatlopnik (8)
This Is The World's Most Powerful Piston Engine, And The Ship It Was Built For
The world's most powerful piston engine is awesomely huge, gulping huge amounts of fuel. And because of changes in shipping, we may never see its like again.
Read MoreU.S. Coast Guard Capsizes Boat, Detains Canadian Who Insists He Was In Canadian Waters
A fisherman insisted that he was fishing in Canadian waters on Lake Champlain, but the U.S. Coast Guard saw it differently.
Read MoreHit-And-Run Boater Who Crashed Into Midway Aircraft Carrier Arrested For Boating Under The Influence
The Midway's dignified retirement was recently interrupted when a 65-foot motor boat banged into the warship.
Read MoreShips Could Start Going Nuclear Again
As countries around the world try to tamp down emissions (well, some of them, anyway), a major target for improvement is the shipping industry.
Read MoreNorway Orders All Ships To Go Zero-Emission By 2032 (And Some By Next Year)
To protect the pristine natural beauty of its famous fjords, Norway has laid down new zero-emissions rules for ships operating in the narrow waterways.
Read MoreAutomakers Not Happy About Trump's Proposed Port Fees On Car Carrier Ships
Starting October 14, the U.S. will levy a fee of $14 per net ton of cargo for ships that ferry cars and other vehicles, unless the ships were made in America.
Read MoreGreat Lakes Ship Goo Is Actually An Undiscovered Life Form
Researchers who docked a vessel for an "unanticipated repair" last September found the cause of the problem wasn't just unanticipated, it was downright bizarre.
Read MoreDrone Narco Sub With Starlink Antenna Captured In First For Colombian Navy
It was only a matter of time before the drones got involved with drugs and Starlink.
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Brands (8)
Why Some Classic Pontiacs Came With Rare 8-Lug Wheels
The eight-lug wheels on those classic Pontiacs weren't there for show, although they were showy. There was a practical reason for their presence.
Read MoreCadillac Wasn't The Only Car Brand Founded By Henry Leland
In an automotive career of tremendous ups and downs, including an in-and-out relationship with Henry Ford, Henry Leland founded not one but two luxury brands.
Read MoreAre Ram's Plastic Control Arms Really As Bad As Social Media Says?
Yes, the Ram 1500's upper control arms have plastic in them. But does this make them as weak as a milkshake's straw? And what do control arms do, anyway?
Read MoreWhy Do Jeeps Have A Seven-Slot Grille? There's More Than One Theory
There are many ideas about why Jeeps today have two slots fewer in their grilles than during WWII. Our writer plowed through all the paperwork for the answer.
Read MoreHere's How Much A Cadillac Escalade Has Depreciated In Five Years
Cadillacs are a big investment, and Caddy's Escalade SUV is no exception. Here's how much value they lose in five years, and how that compares to other SUVs.
Read MoreWhy Dodge & Ram Still Use Iron Engine Blocks In Some Vehicles
The cast-iron engine block may seem like a relic of the past, but that's not so. Dodge and Ram still use it in some of their vehicles. Here's why.
Read MoreWho Owns Ferrari, And Where Does It Build Its Cars?
Ferrari is a legendary name, but it's been a long time since Enzo Ferrari started the company. Who owns it now, and where does it make the cars?
Read MoreThe Most Reliable Car Brand Isn't Toyota Or Honda, According To Consumer Reports
When you think of the most reliable car brands, Toyota and Honda may come to mind. However, there is another brand who has dethroned as of 2025.
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Buying (5)
These Are The Worst Times Of Year To Buy A Used Car
When is it better to buy a car — in the dog days of summer or during the deep freeze of winter? Let's take a look at when used car lots offer the best deals.
Read MoreGet Ready To Thank Tariffs For Making Cheap Cars More Expensive
A whopping 92 percent of new vehicles sold in the U.S. priced under $30,000 are imports.
Read MoreShould You Buy A Car Through Costco? Here's What The Auto Program Actually Offers
Costco members can use the retailers auto program to purchase themselves a brand-new car, but it's important to know what the process entails.
Read MoreHonda Prologue And Acura ZDX Are Outselling Their General Motors Cousins
Despite having fewer dealerships, Honda's Ultium-based EVs are doing better than the Chevrolet Blazer EV and Cadillac Lyriq.
Read MoreRivian CEO Claims The R1T Gets Cross-Shopped With Porsche 911s And Boats
While the R1T pickup is more like a toy purchase, RJ Scaringe says the R1S SUV is one of the best-selling premium SUVs, so it gets shopped against everything.
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Car Design (26)
Your Real Car Needs Hot Wheels-Style Wheels
Why settle for a classic Hot Wheels wheel design brought back in die cast, when it could be applied to your real-life tuner car?
Read MoreBMW Wants You To Use Its Fancy New Infotainment, Not Apple CarPlay Ultra
BMW's iDrive X looks to be a major departure from what we've seen in BMWs of the past, and we can't tell how CarPlay Ultra would even fit into this setup.
Read MoreCeramic Vs. Carbon Window Tint: Which Is Better For Keeping Your Car Cool?
If you're looking to keep heat out of your car, ceramic and carbon window tints are probably your best options. So which one is right for your budget?
Read MoreThe Differences Between Symmetrical, Asymmetrical, And Directional Tire Treads
Symmetrical, asymmetrical, and directional treads all offer distinct advantages in different driving conditions — let's look at what will work best for you.
Read MoreRenault Design Boss Says 'Sexy, Desirable' MPVs Could Make A Return As SUVs Fall Out Of Favor
Europe may have been all-in on SUVs recently, but Renault's design boss foresees a near future in which an emphasis on efficiency may renew interest in MPVs.
Read MoreWhy Most Modern Cars Stopped Using Drum Brakes
Drum brakes have mostly been replaced by disc brakes on most modern vehicles. So when did this shift happen, and what's the advantage of disc brakes?
Read MoreWhy Does F1 Use Tire Blankets?
Have you ever wondered why Formula 1 tires arrive in a special blanket? It isn't just to keep them pristine for race day — here's the science behind them.
Read MoreFerrari Makes One Last Daytona SP3 To Help The Children
The Daytona SP3 Tailor Made will be the 600th unit of a 599-model run. Or, rather, it will be the 599+1th model, as that is how Maranello will be numbering it.
Read MoreWhy Dodge Didn't Ditch Pushrod V8s For DOHC Engines
Plenty of manufacturers have been putting DOHC designs in their high horsepower engines, but not Dodge. Here's why one company kept pushrods in its V8 engines.
Read MoreThe First Cadillac Celestiq Owner Is Already Enjoying Their Bespoke $340,000 EV And Parking It Like A Normal Car
Cadillac's most lavish, exclusive model in years is not what you expect to see casually street-parked.
Read MoreWho Built The First Automatic Transmission, And What Was The First Car To Use It?
The automatic transmission may seem like it's been around forever, but it's the product of some hard work. And, of course, mistakes along the way.
Read MoreAdorable Fiat Topolino Vilebrequin Collector's Edition Is A Beachy Collab With A Swimwear Brand Founded By A 1970s F1 Photographer
This special-edition microcar has a sea turtle fabric pattern, wood-look floors and even a built-in shower.
Read MoreAutomakers That Claim Owners Don't Use EV Frunks Are Probably Lying Or Just Make Bad Frunks, Says Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe
Rivian owners make frequent use of their EV's frunks, with R1S SUV customers using their frunks even more than the rear liftgate.
Read MoreHow Beneficial Are Rotary Shifters, Really?
Unique shifter designs such as rotary dial shifter have become increasingly visible over the last decade. How do they change the way you interact with your car?
Read MorePorsche Club Of America Turns 70, Celebrates With 70 Very Blue 911 Club Coupes
This special edition is based on the 992.2 Carrera T, and you can get it with incredible tartan seats.
Read MoreWhy Do New Cars Come With Fake Exhaust Tips? (And Do Emissions Rules Play A Role)
If you've taken a close look at the shiny exhaust tips on some new cars, you may have noticed that there isn't anything coming out of them. So what gives?
Read MoreThe Quirky Subaru Program That Turns Your Car Into A Rolling Life Story
If you're worried that your Subaru doesn't communicate enough about your favorite hobbies yet, don't fret! These special Subaru badges have you covered.
Read MoreIs The Lotus Emira As Quick As It Looks? Here's How It Compares To Its Rivals
The Lotus Emira certainly looks like its achieving the company mantra of simplicity combined with lightweight design, but how quick is next to similar cars?
Read MoreWhy Gasoline Has Ethanol, And How It Affects Your Engine
Ever wondered how ethanol made it into the pump at the gas station? Here's why gasoline and ethanol are mixed along with a look at its impact on an engine.
Read MoreHow The Chrysler PT Cruiser Got Its Name
Remember the PT Cruiser? The divisive retro styling of this 2000s hit made it one of the most popular throwback cars of its era, but what did the name mean?
Read MoreWhy Do F1 Cars Have A Jagged Windshield?
The tiny windshields at the front of some F1 cars aren't only there to provide some level of driver comfort, as their unique shape serves an additional purpose.
Read MoreIf You Want A Car That'll Cruise Past 200,000 Miles, This Is Our Shortlist
Looking for a car that will last? We're taking a look at some of the longest-lasting models on the road today — here are the cars that will take you past 200k.
Read MoreWhat Does The Red Key On A Dodge Hellcat Do Exactly?
What happens when you use the special red key that came with your Dodge Hellcat? Let's dive into the numbers and see how the key impacts performance.
Read MoreThe Cadillac XLR Had The Coolest Trunk Of All Time
When the electronically operated trunk lid is opened, it rises up on hydraulically powered scissor hinges as if someone said, "go-go-gadget: extendo-trunk."
Read MoreNew Ferrari Amalfi Is A Less Distinctive Roma From The Outside, But Everything Else Gets Better
Most importantly, the Amalfi brings back buttons to the interior and steering wheel.
Read MoreBentley Held An Internal Competition To Redesign Its Winged B Emblem For Only The Fifth Time In 106 Years
Bentley is still looking toward the future, as evidenced by another redesign of the Winged B — this time a fairly radical one.
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Take The Headache Out Of Shipping A Car With Nexus Auto Transport
Buying a car, going to college, or moving? Get a quote to ship your car from Nexus Auto Transport, a car transport service that's convenient and reliable.
Read More3 Surprising Factory Supercharged Cars You Might've Forgotten About
Like a turbocharger, a supercharger gives a vehicle an extra push of power, but there are some vehicles that you might not expect to have them.
Read MoreWhy Some New Cars Don't Include A Spare Tire Anymore
For a long time, it was common for vehicles to have a spare tire in case you get a flat. However, the industry has shifted in favor of going without them.
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Chevrolet (4)
1,250-HP Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X Hybrid Sets New Nürburgring Lap Record... For American Automakers
The ZR1X lapped the 'Ring in 6:49.275 while the nonhybrid ZR1 set a time of 6:50.763, both with Chevy development drivers behind the wheel.
Read More2027 Chevrolet Bolt Will Get A Refresh, Not A Complete Redesign, To Go With Its Native NACS Port
Almost as soon as Chevrolet canceled the Bolt, it started talking about bringing it back.
Read MoreChevrolet Will Sell You A New 632 Big Block, But They Aren't Exactly Cheap
Chevy's 632 big block is a mighty powerful engine, so its giant price tag shouldn't come as a surprise. Not a Chevy fan? Ford and Dodge sell similar plants.
Read MoreThe 'Dante's Peak' Chevy Suburban Is Getting The Restoration It Deserves
After rusting away in a barn for ten years, Greg Ward of Greg's Restorations bought the Suburban, and will be giving it the restoration it deserves.
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Concept Cars (3)
GM's Californian Design Team Dreamt Up This SoCal-Inspired Corvette Concept With A Removable Canopy
Its single-piece canopy is hinged at the front and the upper shell can be removed, transforming it into an "open-air track car."
Read MoreJet Engine Cars Have Always Sounded Cool But Been An Incredibly Bad Idea
The notion of putting jet engines in cars in one that won't go away.
Read MoreBentley Finally Takes Inspiration From The Blue Train With Radical EXP 15 Concept Debuting New Design Language
Bentley says that while the EXP 15 doesn't directly preview a new model, it's a look into future styling themes and ideas
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Crashes and Safety (26)
Helsinki Hasn't Had A Single Road Death In An Entire Year
With more than 1.5 million people living in the metro area, the city also cut down significantly on the number of injury-causing crashes that occur.
Read MoreTwo Barbie Doll Designers Killed In Car Crash By An 82-Year-Old Driving The Wrong Way On Italian Motorway
The couple were the creative minds behind Magia2000, effectively a specialist fashion house for merging haute couture with the doll world.
Read MoreWWE Cofounder Vince McMahon Destroys Bentley In Connecticut Car Crash
McMahon drove his Bentley into the back of a BMW 430i and also crashed into a guardrail on the median while traveling north on State Route 15 in Westport.
Read MoreWhat Are The Blue Lights On Some Florida Traffic Signals Used For?
Strange blue traffic signals have begun popping up in Florida and other states, but most drivers don't know what to make of them. We've done some investigating.
Read MoreIs Lane Splitting Legal In Colorado In 2025?
The laws for motorcyclists in Colorado have changed, but does that mean that lane splitting is legal now? The answer gets a little technical.
Read MoreContinental Tire Recalls 542 General Altimax RT45 Tires For Sudden Tread Loss
Continental Tire notified the NHTSA that it is recalling 542 General Tire Altimax RT45 tires because they may suddenly lose air or lose their tread.
Read MoreTesla Owners Say This Is The Worst Part Of The Warranty
What's the worst part about a warranty from Tesla? It might be the things that are barely mentioned at all. Here are the issues owners have reported.
Read MoreMassive Car Explosion In Virginia Parking Lot Blamed On Faulty Fuel Tank
The good news is, according to the Arlington County Fire Department, no one died in the explosion. In fact, there weren't even any injuries.
Read MoreFun Fact: The EPA Controls Airplane Emissions Too
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is tasked with keeping the environment and humans safe from harmful chemicals and toxic practices.
Read MoreHertz AI Charges Family $195 Even After Employee Found No Damage To Returned Car
That's a lot of money for "damage" an employee had already said they didn't see.
Read MoreGuardrails Can't Stop EVs In A Crash And That's A Huge Problem
Weight is one thing, but where that weight is located on the car plays a significant role as well.
Read MoreTelo Claims Its Tiny Truck Was Designed To Get You 'Flipped Off Or Yelled At Instead Of Sued'
Without a long hood in front of you, you're less likely to hit something or someone in the Telo if you have to stop quickly compared to, say, a Ford Maverick.
Read MoreCrash Test Dummies Shaped Like Women Would Improve Vehicle Safety, Senators Say
Half of all drivers are women, and cars should be designed so that anyone of any gender will be safer.
Read MoreRoad Debris Causes Chevrolet Equinox EV Battery Fire, Boston Traffic Mayhem Ensues
Many firefighters aren't prepared to deal with EV fires, but the Boston Fire Department had the situation under control far more quickly than expected.
Read MoreThese US States Had The Most Car Crashes Last Year
Is there something in the water? One region of the U.S. had the four states with the most car crashes per total drivers in 2024. And one state led them all.
Read MoreCalifornia Motorcyclist Rammed And Dragged Down Road For Legally Lane Splitting
This certainly doesn't help the reputation of Nissan Altima drivers.
Read MoreCountry Singer Conner Smith Kills 77-Year-Old Woman With His Truck, Only Receives A Misdemeanor Citation
The incident in Nashville saw a 77-year-old pedestrian killed while walking her dog last month.
Read MoreTesla Driver Charged With Murdering Motorcyclist In High-Speed Crash
The Model Y accelerated up to 126 mph before slamming into the motorcyclist, throwing him 500 feet down the road, and the Tesla then collided with a Ram 1500.
Read MoreFlorida Tesla Cybertruck Driver, Allegedly Racing Lamborghini Urus, Hits 8 Parked Cars Because Of Course
There also was some kind of "altercation," although we don't know what exactly happened. Perhaps they were mad at the Cybertruck driver for ruining their cars.
Read MoreWimbledon Pressured To Drop Range Rover As A Sponsor As Children Are 82% More Likely To Die When Hit By SUVs
The dangers posed by tall heavy SUVs have been studied for decades, and yet the statistics are still grim.
Read MoreAre Tire Plugs A Safe Long-Term Fix?
You've had a flat, and now you're trying to fix it for the long term. Tire plugs are cheap, and they're not hard to install. But how well do they last?
Read MoreThree-Car Crash In Utah Ends With Exploding Domino's Pizza Restaurant
Thankfully, despite the explosion, everyone involved also managed to make it out without any explosion-related injuries.
Read MoreChicago Cops Run Stop Sign, Cause Crash, Charge The Person They Hit
Chicago police continue to blame an Equinox driver for hitting the cruiser, despite clear video evidence that the cruiser T-boned the Equinox at high speed.
Read MoreNew IIHS Study Shows Mental Health Challenges Are The Largest Contributor To The Rise In DUI Deaths Since The Pandemic
The study found that self-reported depressive episodes and suicide plans were a significant contributor to a rise in impaired driving deaths between 2020-2022.
Read More12-Year-Old Allegedly Sells Stolen Cars For As Little As $30
Deputies say the little tyke was carrying a license plate at the time.
Read MoreThese 3 Car Brands Show Up The Most In DUI Arrests
If you like statistics, we've got some corkers for you in the area of bad driving. The top car brand for DUI arrests, in particular, will blow your mind.
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Crime (12)
Stolen Fire Truck Smashes More Than 14 Cars In 'Grand Theft Auto' Style Rampage
The identity of the fire truck thief is still unknown.
Read MoreTennessee Teens Could Lose Driver's License Over Bullying, Under New Law
The message is clear — repeat bullies now take the bus, but not the fun party buses Nashville is known for.
Read MoreA Fan Found Chris Harris' BMW M5 Hours After It Was Stolen
Upon discovering the car was gone, Harris put the word out to his sizable social media following asking them to "please keep an eye out for it."
Read More'The Bling Ring' Star Emma Watson Banned From Driving For Six Months Because She Keeps Speeding
The "Harry Potter" star was snapped doing 38 mph in a 30-mph zone, her latest in a series of infractions.
Read MoreIf You're Gonna Steal A Car With A Baby Inside, At Least Don't Crash
Thankfully, in this case the stolen baby not only survived the crash but also made it out unharmed.
Read MoreYes, Police Officers In Hawaii Can Use Their Own Car For Patrol
If you look closely at some of the cars patrolling in Hawaii, you might notice a wide variety of surprisingly familiar models. Here's why.
Read MoreFlorida Man Breaks New Speeding Law Two Minutes After Enforcement Starts
Florida has just enacted new penalties for so-called "super speeders," and a man broke the new law just two minutes after it went into effect at midnight.
Read MoreHow A Simple Lost License Plate Ended A Huge Car Theft Ring
A stray license plate found on a rural highway in Kenosha County, Wisconsin led police to take down a sprawling criminal enterprise.
Read MoreNYC DMV Workers Busted For Allegedly Selling Driver's Licenses For $2,000
Have you ever encountered an absolutely clueless driver and wondered how in the world they got a license? They might have purchased it if you're driving in NYC.
Read MoreSheriff Promises 'Zero Tolerance' For Street Racing, Immediately Allegedly Street Races
Sheriff Carmine Marceno of Lee County, Florida, was filmed allegedly racing a Lamborghini Huracan Spyder against a C8 Corvette.
Read MoreDrunk Florida Man Arrested For Chasing, Ramming Into And Shooting At Garbage Truck Driver Following Argument In Wawa Parking Lot
The last thing you expect to deal with when collecting trash before dawn is ending up on the ground after being rammed by an angry, drunk man with a gun.
Read MoreBoth GameStop And Love's Truck Stop Feature In Massive $1.4 Million Nintendo Switch 2 Heist
More than 2,800 Nintendo Switch 2 consoles were stolen from a tractor trailer at some point between Washington and Colorado.
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Culture (14)
Can You Legally Live In An RV In The Woods? It Depends On These Rules
Ready to head out to the woods and start your off-grid adventure with an RV as your home base? Make sure you check out these rules before you go!
Read MoreThe AMA Vintage Days At Mid Ohio Is Maybe The Coolest Motorcycle Event In The Country
A whole bunch of fast people come from Ohio, and I'm convinced Mid Ohio Sports Car Course has a lot to do with that.
Read MoreThese US States Make Sleeping In Your Car Almost Impossible
If you're planning a road trip and hoping to keep things cheap by sleeping in your car, make sure you check out local laws before you pull over for the night.
Read MoreHow Close To The Steering Wheel Should You Be Sitting?
The NHTSA has a very specific distance from the steering wheel it thinks everyone should be sitting. But is that really what's best for you?
Read MoreThese 3 States Have The Lowest Taxes For Buying A Car
Wondering which states might help you get a deal on your taxes when buying a new car? The answer is a little more complicated than you might think.
Read MoreYour Car Key Fob Is Dirtier Than You Think, Here's How To Clean It Safely
Key fobs spend a lot of time in our pockets, in our hands, and in the bottom of our bags, so it's no surprise they pick up some germs along the way.
Read MoreWhat Happened To The Ducks In The Cadillac Logo? (And Why They Were There In The First Place)
If you looked closely at a Cadillac logo from before the year 2000, you might have noticed several small birds hiding in the company crest. Where did they go?
Read MoreIs It Legal To Tow A Car That's Blocking Your Driveway?
It's frustrating to find an unknown vehicle bocking your driveway, so what can you do to get it out of your way? Here's what you need to know before you tow.
Read MoreBuying A Car Out Of State: What You Need To Know First
Buying a car in a different state doesn't have to be too complicated, but there are a couple of things you should keep in mind.
Read MoreJay Leno's Most Expensive Cars And The Total Value Of His Collection
While Jay Leno will always be known as the long-running host of The Tonight Show, he is also famous for his world class car collection. Here are the highlights.
Read MoreInk My Ride: The Car Brands People Tattoo The Most
To get a car tattooed on your body, you have to be in love with it. Really, really in love. Here are the car brands people tattoo onto themselves the most.
Read MoreNYC Congestion Pricing Is Wildly Successful, So Of Course It's Become A Political Battleground
Backups at bridges and tunnels are far less common, the city is raking in millions and lots of people aren't choking on fumes or being killed by cars.
Read MoreHow Does Leasing A Car Work (And Is It Ever Worth It)?
Instead of buying a car, lots of people lease them. But how, exactly, does this work? How does it differ from a car subscription? And is it a good idea?
Read MoreThis 1000-HP Subaru-Powered Widebody Lotus Is Evidence That Japanese Car Culture Is Just Better
Even the most devout monk who's found true enlightenment would agree that a rip behind the wheel of this thing would cure pretty much anything that ails you.
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Entertainment (3)
Ozzy Osbourne Crashed A Ferrari After Getting His Driver's License On His 19th Attempt
The Prince of Darkness had a lifelong love for cars despite his tumultuous relationship with driving.
Read MoreIna Garten's 'Mini Cooper Ride' Playlist Is The Soundtrack To Your Barefoot Contessa Summer
The iconic chef says "one of my favorite things to do on a gorgeous summer day is to put down the top of my Mini Cooper and go for a ride."
Read MoreNever Forget Madonna's Chopped-Up Mini Cooper In The Banned 'American Life' Video
Pop icon meets motoring icon
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EVs and Hybrids (10)
Lucid Hires Timothée Chalamet To Sell $96,000 Gravity SUVs
Lucid Motors has a lot riding on the successful launch of its Gravity SUV, the company's second EV after the luxurious and expensive Air sedan.
Read MoreMary Kay Goes Electric With Pink Cadillac Optiq
The legend of Mary Kay Ash and her iconic pink Cadillacs dates back to nearly 60 years ago, and now her makeup company is offering EVs to its top salespeople.
Read MoreEV Leadfoots Need To Stop Blaming AC For Killing Their Battery Range In Summer
The biggest range killer isn't temperature – it's driver behavior.
Read MoreLamborghini Might Ditch Its Long-Awaited EV For A Plug-In Hybrid Instead
A high-riding super EV would be sick as hell, but I'm guessing the average Lamborghini owner is pretty partial to their internal combustion engine.
Read MoreExplore Rivian's Electric Vehicles, Fit For Any Adventure
Whether you're looking for a roomy family SUV or a truck that's fit for off-roading, there's a Rivian electric vehicle that's perfect for your next adventure.
Read MoreFaraday Future Revealed A Rebadged Chinese Minivan In Los Angeles And It Was A Complete Disaster
The "world's first AI-powered luxury MPV" has plenty of buzzwords and not much else.
Read MoreHere's What A New Mild Hybrid Battery Can Cost In 2025
Even the most fuel efficient mild hybrid won't make it very far without a functional battery, so how much will you need to spend to replace it?
Read MoreHow Electric Vehicles Like Tesla's, Ford's & GM's Keep Batteries Cool
Ever wondered how the high-powered batteries in modern electric vehicles stay cool enough to run? Turns out there are a lot of different methods.
Read More641-HP Hyundai Ioniq 6 N Finally Gives The Tesla Model 3 Performance Some Real Competition
Hyundai's styling for the Ioniq 6 remains controversial, but nobody can argue with this N-flavor's 641 horsepower upgrade.
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The cancellation of the federal EV tax credit in September means the affordable Slate Truck will no longer be as affordable as everyone thought it would be.
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2026 Cadillac Lyriq-V Is A Super Daily Driver For People Who Want It All
There aren't too many other cars on the market that can blend a relaxing, daily-driver-focused attitude with genuine sporty pretensions.
Read More2025 Audi A6 And S6 Sportback E-Tron Are Capable EVs Arriving At Precisely The Wrong Time
Will the A6 and S6 E-Tron be enough to convince American consumers to go electric even without tax incentives? Audi hopes so, and so do I.
Read More2026 Aston Martin Vanquish Volante Is So Beautiful And So Fast It Doesn't Matter That It Costs More Than A House
There's an argument to be made that the Vanquish Volante is one of the best vehicles on sale today.
Read More2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA EV Can Turn Even The Biggest Luddite Into A Believer
From its fast-charging electric powertrain to its overhauled infotainment, the third-generation CLA has a lot going for it.
Read More2026 Lexus RZ Isn't Quite There Yet
Though many of its improvements did move the RZ in the right direction, it still falls pretty well short of where other comparable EVs are in the market.
Read More2026 Rivian R1T And R1S Quad-Motor Make More Than 1,000 HP, But Their Off-Road Capabilities Are The Bigger Story
Just because you don't need a particular car doesn't mean you won't still want it, and I promise you'll want the quad-motor Rivians.
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Max Verstappen Tries Out A Ford Mustang GTD, Burying The Mercedes Rumors With A Roaring V8
The $327,000 pony car now has a seal of approval from the reigning four-time Formula 1 World Drivers' Champion.
Read MoreWhat Made Ford's Y-Block Engine So Unique, And So Short Lived
Ford's Y-Block engine was unusual in more than just its shape. It was Ford's attempt at keeping up with the competition, but it was doomed to a brief lifespan.
Read MoreFord Is Building A Sick Electric Bronco For The Chinese Market
What we've got here is a bona fide electric Bronco. Sounds pretty neat, right? Except this Bronco will be offered exclusively in China.
Read MoreFord 'Zero-Zero-Zero' Financing Replaces Employee Pricing For All
"Zero, Zero, Zero" replaces employee pricing for all plan first offered in April to combat the Trump Administration's tariffs.
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Ford Trucks (1)
This Unassuming Crossover Is Threatening To Upend Ford's F-150 Sales Record
There's been a lot of publicity about a crossover outselling the Ford F-150. A closer look at the figures, though, shows a much more complex situation.
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This Three-Door 1999 Honda HR-V With A Manual Is A Way Better Deal Than Any New HR-V
The first-generation HR-V was never sold in the U.S., which is a shame as it's so much cooler than the HR-V's we've gotten.
Read MoreYou Desperately Need About 8 Gallons Of Old Gas
Now I know what you're thinking: Yes, this is approximately eight full gallons of old gasoline.
Read MoreThis Lifted Plymouth Volare With Rally Lights And A CB Antenna Is The Ultimate Adventure Wagon
Does this Volare have matching paint? No. Is it rust-free? Absolutely not. Do its massive off-road tires fit within its fenders? Only barely.
Read MoreMazda MX-30 Is One Of The Rarest Cars You Can Buy For Under $15,000
Only 605 of the low-range MX-30 EV were sold in the U.S. in less than two years, and they're getting really cheap.
Read MoreSomeone Lend Me $4,000,000 So I Can Buy The Only Ferrari To Do Time At Gitmo
While I love this car for its beauty and the now-returned Italian V12, its history is fascinating to me, and maybe worth the cost of admission.
Read MoreWhich Cheap Red Compact Pickup Would You Buy?
Would you rather have a diesel-powered 1981 Volkswagen Caddy or a 1988 Jeep Comanche Eliminator?
Read MoreIn Case The Mitsubishi 3000GT VR-4 Isn't Complicated Enough For You, Here's A Spyder With A 30-Year-Old Power-Retractable Hardtop
The only real downside I can possibly see here is that this car is probably going to sell for a lot of money, even with its comparatively high mileage.
Read MoreThis Perfect Sleeper Sedan Costs Just $6,000
If you say you want a sleeper sedan, something with power and handling but without the looks to match, people will send you in any number of directions.
Read MoreThe BMW Z8 Was Far Too Gorgeous To Ever Get Cheap
Say what you will about Henrik Fisker's ability to run an automaker, but he has designed some absolutely beautiful cars, and the Z8 is his crowning achievement.
Read MoreI Need A Quick And Kid Friendly Ride To Replace A BMW X1! What Car Should I Buy?
Shon lives in Colorado and needs to replace an aging BMW X1. He wants something that is quick, comfortable enough for the kids, and can haul some stuff.
Read MoreYou Didn't Know You Wanted A Volkswagen New Beetle Until You Saw This One With A 357-HP Twin-Turbo VR6, A Manual And AWD
The VW New Beetle wasn't a terrible car, but it also wasn't exactly built with enthusiasts in mind. This one, though, definitely was.
Read MoreBuy This 1999 Mitsubishi 3000GT VR-4 And Live That '90s Twin-Turbo Dream
Have you ever wondered if the real cause of your problems in life might be because your car is too simple and reliable?
Read MoreDo You Need A Prerunner Shopping Cart? Because I Found A Prerunner Shopping Cart
Buy yourself a gas-powered off-road shopping cart for $950, and never feel dull again.
Read MoreYou Could Be The Only EdisonFuture Driver On The Planet If You Can Figure Out How To Solve Its Riddles
Likely a victim of Trump's anti-EV policies, California startup EdisonFuture appears to be calling it quits before it could ever launch a production truck.
Read MoreCould I Interest You In A 120,000-Mile Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio For A Mere $19,989?
Odds are, there's nothing wrong with the car, and anyone who tells you not to buy it sight unseen is just trying to get their hands on it before you do.
Read MoreNow Is Your Chance To Buy Me This Deliciously Perfect Tiramisu-Colored Bugatti Veyron
Daniel's birthday is coming up, and there's only one thing he wants...
Read MoreThe Perfect Truck Is A Widebody V8-Powered Volkswagen Rabbit
Who says that getting a compact truck means you have to sacrifice displacement?
Read MoreI Would've Thought Used Dodge Charger Daytona EVs Would Be Cheaper By Now
The least-expensive Charger Daytona I was able to find in the U.S. is a 2025 Dodge Charger Daytona R/T down in Florida that's listed for $41,987.
Read MoreThe One And Only Thing Wrong With This 2014 Nissan Juke Nismo RS Is Its CVT, And I Will Fight You Behind The Waffle House If You Disagree
Everyone claims cars are too boring these days, and they're right.
Read MoreFormer McLaren Shareholder's Collection Of Bespoke McLarens Could Be Yours — Including The Last F1 Ever Made
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What Made Mopar's 383 Engine Different From The 340 And 440?
The numbers may seem similar, but there were key differences between Mopar's 340, 383, and 440 engines. They included both architecture and horsepower.
Read MoreWhy Cars Still Don't Have Airless Tires, Yet
After decades of development, we still don't have flat-proof no-maintenance airless tires. What are their pros and cons, and what's the holdup?
Read MoreWyomingites Probably Put More Miles On Their Cars Than You Do
Residents of Wyoming rack up far more miles a year than other drivers. There are reasons for that ... and mileage affects what drivers pay for insurance.
Read MoreIs Costco's Gas Discount Worth The Membership? Here's The Math That Matters
Costco gas is generally cheaper than competitors', but does it justify the membership? Here's the answer ... and the one place non-members can gas up at Costco.
Read MoreHow To Fix The Rattle On A Loose Tow Hitch
There are lots of ways to fix the rattle on a loose tow hitch. Some of them cost a little bit of money, but there are free ways, too, for the handy DIYer.
Read MoreWhat GT Stands For (And Why It Doesn't Always Mean The Same Thing)
The initials "GT" in a car's name have a specific definition. But there's also the part where automakers say, "It means what I choose it to mean."
Read MoreWhy Some High-Performance Transmissions Are Called Dog Boxes
These transmissions are called dog boxes for a reason that's kind of silly. But they've been used in some of the best, and most expensive, cars ever built.
Read MoreHow Google Street View Captures The World
Google Street View's coverage boasts 12 million miles across 110 countries, and the company is taking new pictures of those miles all the time.
Read MoreThese Brands Still Make Tires In America
Many tire brands outsource their entire manufacturing process to other countries due to costs. However, there are a few that still make their tires in the U.S.
Read MoreDo Diesel DPF Cleaners Work? Here's What Users Are Saying
Diesel engines can be complicated, but opinions are divided on whether DPF cleaners work - or are even necessary in the first place.
Read MoreWhy There Might Be White Sludge Under Your Oil Cap
Take a look under your oil cap. Do you see an unexpected and gross off-white substance? If so, your car is trying to tell you something. Here's what it is.
Read MoreCan A Car Battery Be Charged Without Disconnecting It First?
Charging your car's battery needn't be complicated, but it's worth checking the details first.
Read MoreWhat Is Brake Fade And How Does It Happen?
Whether you've been pushing hard, or going down steep inclines, most drivers know the feeling of stepping on the brakes but not slowing as much as expected.
Read MoreWhy Is It So Hard To Reverse An F1 Car?
Yes, F1 cars have reverse gears, but you'll rarely see drivers use them.
Read MoreWhat Is Marvel Mystery Oil Made Of?
Despite the name, Marvel Mystery Oil isn't such a mystery. Here are all the chemicals that are in it, what they do, and what it adds up to for your car.
Read MoreWhat Can Happen If You Put The Wrong Battery In Your Car?
Car parts are made in specific ways to suit specific kinds of cars. That includes batteries, so what can happen if you put the wrong battery in your car?
Read MoreHow Much Copper Is In The Average New Car? More Than You Probably Think
It's not just EVs that use lots of copper, but internal combustion vehicles as well.
Read MoreThe Most Common Oil Contaminants And What They Do To Your Engine
Engine oil is the lifeblood of your vehicle, and it needs to remain clean to ensure proper lubrication. However, these contaminants can change that.
Read MoreWhat Is Engine Braking (And Are You Doing It Wrong)?
Using your engine to brake isn't complicated, but that doesn't mean you're not doing it wrong. Here's how to do it and make sure it's the right way.
Read MoreCan You Align Your Car's Tires Yourself, Or Is Going To A Shop Better?
Is it possible to align your car tires yourself, or do you always have to go to a professional mechanic? Here's what you'd need and the steps involved.
Read MoreWhy Was The Muncie M22 Nicknamed The Rock Crusher, And What Were Its Weak Points?
A manual transmission known as The Rock Crusher? What's up with that? And what were the Muncie M22's weak points ... and, lest we forget, its strengths?
Read MoreWhat Is Heel-Toe Shifting (And Should You Even Bother)?
Shifting your manual-transmisison car is as much an art as it is a science. Heel-toe shifting is part of that art. Here's what it's all about.
Read MoreMud Terrain Vs. All-Terrain Tires: What's The Difference?
If you want to do more off-roading, it's important to know the key differences between mud terrain and all-terrain tires. Here's what you need to know.
Read MoreWhat The 'L' On Your Gear Shifter Actually Does
If you have a vehicle with an automatic transmission, then you probably have noticed the 'L' on the gear shift. Here's what it means and when to use it.
Read MoreTire Siping Explained: What It's Meant To Do, And Why Not Everyone Recommends It
Depending on the terrain you drive in, you might want to consider having your tires siped. However, it's not always recommended. Here's what you need to know.
Read MoreHere's Where The FJ Cruiser Gets Its Name From
Toyota's FJ Cruiser was a short-lived retro vehicle that has had a surprising afterlife in the hearts of car lovers. But where did its name come from?
Read MoreWhat Is An E-CVT And How Is It Different From A CVT?
The Continuously Variable Transmission, or CVT for short, has been around for some time. So, what is an e-CVT? Here are the differences between the two.
Read MoreSpark Ignition Vs. Compression Ignition: How Do These Two Engines Differ?
Some engines use a spark to ignite their fuel, and others rely on compression. What does all of that mean? And how do the two kinds of engines differ?
Read MoreChanging Your Car's Battery: Which Terminal To Disconnect First (And Why)
Changing your vehicle's car battery, yourself, is a simple task that will save you money. However, ensure you disconnect this battery terminal first.
Read MoreShould You Leave Your Car Running When Adding Transmission Fluid?
If your vehicle needs a transmission change, you have two choices: go to a pro or do it yourself. If you choose the latter, here's what you need to know.
Read MoreHere's How To Know If You Need A New Car Battery Or Just A Jump Start
Like the other parts on your vehicle, your battery won't last forever. Here's how to know if you need to a new battery or just a jump start.
Read MoreWhy Tesla's Model X Towing A Boeing 787 Wasn't Such A Big Deal
An electric car towing a huge airplane for almost 1,000 feet! What a coup for Tesla! Except that this wasn't such a big deal at all. Here's why.
Read MoreHere's Why Cars Stopped Using Solid Lifters
As technology continues to advance, how vehicles operate changes. So, is this why cars don't use solid lifters anymore? Here's what you need to know.
Read MoreWhat Is Hydroplaning, And What Should You Do If It Happens?
If you're driving in the rain, you may discover first-hand what hydroplaning is. And you won't like it. So what should you do if it happens?
Read MoreWhat Are The Pros And Cons Of A CVT Transmission?
Several automakers have put the CVT transmission in their vehicles. However, there are pros and cons you need to know before buying a car with one.
Read MoreHow Often Does 4WD/AWD Transfer Case Fluid Need To Be Replaced?
The transfer case is a critical part of four-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive vehicles. How often does its fluid need to be replaced? And what does that cost?
Read MoreCan You Mix 87 And 91 Octane? Here's What Happens If You Do
If you mix 87- and 91-octane gas in your vehicle, your engine won't fall out into the street. But will it damage your vehicle? Here's what happens.
Read MoreYes, It's Normal For The Radiator Fan To Stay On When The Car Is Off - Here's Why
When you turn off your car, shouldn't everything in your car stop? That's true for most things, but it's normal for your radiator fan to keep going. Here's why.
Read MoreNo, Californians Aren't Suddenly Being Charged An Extra $0.60 Per Gallon Because Of A Tax Hike
The average California household is expected to pay about $16 more each year as a direct result of these changes.
Read MoreShould You Grease Car Battery Terminals?
Car battery terminals are key components of your vehicle's engine. Should you grease them? And if you should, what kind of grease is best to use?
Read MoreHere's Why There's Oil On Your Spark Plugs
If you found oil on your spark plugs while doing a replacement, it's something that shouldn't be ignored. Here are the most likely culprits.
Read MoreWhat Are The Pros And Cons Of A W12 Engine?
Even though the Bentley W12 engine was discontinued in April 2024, it is still loved by many. Here are the key pros and cons of the powerful engine.
Read More5 Cool Tips To Keep Your AC Blowing Cold
Summer has arrived with a vengeance for the majority of the United States. If you're lucky enough to have a car with AC, you'll want to read these tips.
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LA's First Encounter With Smog Happened 82 Years Ago And Was So Bad People Thought It Was Chemical Warfare
As Los Angeles grew exponentially in the mid-1900s and the car became the apple of capitalism's eye, the smog arose and rapidly overtook the beachside paradise.
Read MoreHow Long Does Ceramic Coating Really Last? Here's What Owners Say
Giving your car a good wash and wax, is great for protecting the paint from the elements. But is ceramic coating worth it? Here's how long owners say it lasts.
Read MoreWhat Makes F1 Cars Spark On The Track?
Have you ever watched a Formula 1 (F1) race and noticed the sparks on the track? Many may think it's all for show, but it is actually caused by something else.
Read MoreEach Of These Tires Costs More Than A Brand New Car
Tires are essential to get you to your destination, but the ones in this article are more money than the car itself. Here's what makes them so expensive.
Read MoreCan Rhino Linings Really Prevent Rust Under Your Truck? Here's What Owners Say
Rust can be detrimental to your vehicle's exterior parts, but can a Rhino Linings application prevent it from starting? Here's what owners have to say.
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Motorcycles (14)
I Paid $500 For This Dirtbag Yamaha And I'm Going To Turn It Into Track-Only Bike
So what's so special about this brightly-colored 1990s monstrosity?
Read MoreHarley-Davidson Is In Big Trouble, But A $5 Billion Deal To Sell Its Motorcycle Loans Could Buy It Time
Harley-Davidson has been struggling to turn itself around for years now.
Read MoreYou Can Finally Get Your Motorcycle License Without Burning Gas
Finally, environmentally conscious would-be riders can get their license on an all-electric bike.
Read MoreThe Ferrari V8 Motorcycle That Shouldn't Exist But Absolutely Does
There's a certain kind of person who looks at a Ferrari V8 and thinks, "Yeah, that belongs in a motorcycle."
Read MoreIf Your Motorcycle Boots Don't Check These 3 Boxes, It's Time For A New Pair
There are three main things that you'll want to look for in a motorcycle boot: Malleolus protection, crush resistance, and height.
Read MoreHanoi To Ban Combustion Motorcycles And Scooters From City Center In Less Than A Year
Motorcycles and scooters with internal combustion engines will be banned from the inner city in less than a year, with further and wider bans to follow.
Read MoreLiveWire, Zero Join The Grom Squad With Smaller, More Affordable Electric Motorcycles
LiveWire took the opportunity at Harley-Davidson Homecoming 2025 to display a pair of concept bikes unlike anything we've seen from the electric brand before.
Read MoreHow To Buy Your First Motorcycle Helmet
It's relatively cheap and easy to find a road-legal helmet in the U.S., but getting one that'll actually protect your head in a crash is a little bit harder.
Read MoreThe Difference Between Lane Splitting And Lane Filtering, Explained
There's a big difference between lane splitting and lane filtering, and it shows up in some states' motorcycle laws. Here's what we're talking about.
Read MoreWhy Dirt Bike Helmets Look Different From Motorcycle Helmets
It's not your imagination. Dirt bike helmets look quite diferent from motorcycle helmets, and for lots of good reasons. Here's what sets them apart.
Read MoreThis Electric Motorcycle Has A Real 4-Speed Manual, And It's Just For Fun
The Indian Matter Aera 5000 has a 5-kWh battery, a single electric motor making about 15 horsepower, a 0-25 mph time of 2.8 seconds, and a top speed of 65 mph.
Read MoreMotorcyclist Stops To Feed Bears, Ends Up On The Menu
A 48-year-old motorcyclist was actively talking selfies with a bear on the side of the Transfagarasan Highway when it attacked and killed him.
Read MoreCountersteering: How Do Motorcycles Lean So Far Without Falling Over?
Ever noticed that motorcycles are able to lean on tight corners without falling over? It's called countersteering and here is the science behind it.
Read MoreWhy You Should Never Use Tire Shine On Motorcycle Tires
Sure, you want your bike to look great. And it's tempting to use tire shine on the tires, like some folks do with cars. But here's why you should never do it.
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News (105)
U.S. Auto Industry Will Now Pay Zero Tariffs To Export Cars To Europe That Europeans Don't Want
In 2024, the EU sent 750,000 vehicles to the U.S. while the U.S. sent 165,000 vehicles to Europe, and that's not likely to change despite this new deal.
Read MoreLamborghini Revuelto Recalled For Scissor Doors That Act Like Actual Scissors, Closing Without Warning
Only 27 Revueltos are affected with the gas spring problem, and no injuries have been reported.
Read MoreThe KTM X-Bow Is Almost Certainly Dead
The company's new CEO say that the oddest part of the company's lineup may be due for the chopping block.
Read MoreFirefighters Rescue Cat Stuck In Cadillac Engine Bay
This particular feline didn't scramble for the brambles, rather she managed to get stuck under the hood of a Cadillac Escalade, not exactly her natural habitat.
Read More'Not A TT, Not An R8': Audi's New Electric Sports Car To Be Revealed In September
A concept at the Munich auto show will preview a "highly emotional" sports car that will go on sale in two years.
Read MoreAustralians Get To Keep Apple CarPlay And Android Auto In Their Cadillac EVs, But You Don't
That's right. The folks down under get the privilege of using CarPlay and Android Auto while also gaining access to a suite of other connected services.
Read MoreFerrari Recalls Over 500 Purosangues For Possible Loss Of Braking Ability
The Purosangue's fuse box power supply may contact the passenger-side footrest, causing a short circuit that can cause decreased braking ability.
Read MoreFord CEO Jim Farley Delivers Jay Leno's Mustang GTD
The GTS only just started rolling off the assembly lines of the company that invented assembly lines, and Leno's is serial number 12, matching his Ford GTs.
Read MoreHere's How High Speeds Affect EV Range
Car and Driver conducted a test to determine how exactly highway speeds affect EV range, and there's a significant impact on range the faster you drive.
Read MoreMaserati Is Planning A Manual Grand Tourer To Make People Care About The Brand Again
A flagship GT car with twin-turbo V6 power and a manual transmission. Yes: a manual Maserati in the Big 25.
Read MoreVolkswagen Group's Most Budget-Friendly Car Company Is More Profitable Than Porsche
The Czech carmaker just had the best second quarter in its entire history and left the much more upmarket Porsche in the dust.
Read MoreTesla's Robotaxi Service In San Francisco Is Actually Just Going To Be A Regular Old Taxi Service
Instead, Tesla will provide a "chauffeur-style service operated by human drivers." Translation: taxis driven by cabbies.
Read MoreIt's Not Your Imagination, Your EV May Be Making You Car Sick
EVs are making some people sick, and no, I'm not talking just about Dodge fans.
Read MoreA Car Wash Does Not Provide A Clean Getaway From Police
A police chase in Colorado ended abruptly when the alleged perpetrators tried to escape by taking a detour through a car wash.
Read MoreMG Debuts Cheap Electric Hatchback With Semi-Solid-State Batteries
The second-gen MG4 will start at just $11,000 when it goes on sale in China this summer.
Read MoreGenesis G90s With Brush Guards And Lights Are The Coolest Way To Transport VIPs
Kuwait's fleet of G90s includes 40 cars that will be used for official ceremonies and operations and 7 that will be used to transport high-ranking officials.
Read MoreHonest Mechanic Finds And Returns Wallet 11 Years After Autoworker Lost It In A Ford Edge
The wallet was lost when the Edge was at the factory, and somehow it stayed in the air box since then.
Read MorePolice Bust Brothers For $3 Million Facebook Marketplace Classic Car Fraud
Would you buy a classic car solely based on a photo and a Facebook Marketplace listing?
Read MoreMonster Truck Tire Exits The Chat, Crushes Car In Parking Lot
A freak series of events led to the flattening of a spectator's car by a runaway monster truck wheel in the parking lot.
Read MoreLucid Gravity Is 3 Seconds Quicker To 150 MPH Than A Corvette Z06, Even Though It Can Hold Three Times As Many People
In C/D's testing, the Gravity Dream Edition hit 60 mph in 3.1 seconds, and ran the quarter-mile in a more impressive 10.6 seconds at 140 mph.
Read MoreTrademark Filing Hints That A New Ferrari Testarossa Could Be On The Way
No car has carried the "Testerossa" nameplate since it went out of production in 1996. Now, though, that could be changing.
Read MoreNew Yorkers Pay This Woman To Sit In Their Cars And Avoid Getting Tickets
Sydney Charlet's business of moving people's cars around to avoid getting street sweeping tickets is booming.
Read MoreThe Next Supra Will Actually Be A Toyota Rather Than A Reskinned BMW
The sixth-generation model is expected to come sometime in 2027, and powered by a Toyota-built turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four hybrid.
Read MoreUpcoming 2026 Honda Prelude Coupe Will Get The Civic Type R's Chassis And Suspension, And Now We're Excited Again
Honda says the new Prelude will share its suspension, wide front and rear tracks, and Brembo front brakes with the Civic Type R.
Read MoreUK Drivers Cover More Miles In EVs Than Gas-Powered Cars
North Americans might be falling out of love with EVs, but Brits can't get enough of packing on the electron-powered miles.
Read MoreNASCAR Meets 'Top Gun' With Street Race At Naval Base In 2026
NASCAR announced on Wednesday that the Cup Series will contest a street race at Naval Base Coronado in San Diego, California in late June next season.
Read MoreMan Charged With Impersonating A Firefighter, Making Up A Fake Fire Department, And More
Sure, you can buy a used fire truck, but you can't pretend to be a firefighter when you're not.
Read MoreAcura Kills The TLX After Only Selling 7,478 Of Them In 2024
The midsize sedan will end production by the end of the month, and since it's already July 23, that means the TLX only has days to live, not weeks.
Read MoreKia Dealership Seizes The Day By Putting Sinkhole-Swallowed Cars On Sale
A mere four Kia Sportages slipped in and the dealership responded as dealerships often do; opportunistically.
Read MoreTrump Threatens To Ban European Car Sales If Drug Companies Don't Lower Prices Because That Makes Sense
Apparently, it's BMW's responsibility to force Pfizer to lower its prices. Or something.
Read MoreRefreshed 2026 Acura Integra Gets A Color-Matched Grille Not Everyone's Gonna Love
The updated Integra also gains some new paint colors, brighter interior accents and a standard 9-inch touchscreen.
Read MoreLexus LC 500 Drops The Hybrid Option For 2026 Because Literally Everyone Wanted The V8
Apparently Lexus only sold 248 LC 500h hybrids in the U.S. since 2018 — not per year, but in total.
Read MoreSubway Geyser Created By Primordial Stream Buried Under Manhattan
Water will always flow to the terrain's lowest point, and it's 28th Street in the part of the West Side.
Read MoreBullying Works! Mercedes-Benz Slashes 2026 EQ Lineup Prices And Stops Taking New U.S. Orders
The EQS SUV is receiving the biggest price drop of the bunch, going down by $15,300 to $91,100.
Read MoreLucid Air Just Got Better For 2026 With More Range And Tesla Supercharger Access
Using a NACS adapter, Lucid Air owners will be able to charge at up to 50 kW at Tesla stations.
Read MoreCalifornia Introduces Apprenticeship Program To Fill Auto Tech Shortage
The two-year program will pay apprentices a fair wage, require no out-of-pocket expenses, and provide tools and a computer for e-learning.
Read More2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Goes Hybrid Only, Stays The Cheapest Three-Row Vehicle On Sale
A mild-hybrid turbocharged four-cylinder replaces the Outlander's naturally aspirated base engine, and the PHEV remains available.
Read MoreSome Chinese Automakers May Have Been Lying About Their Sales Numbers
Chinese vehicle sales have seemingly exploded across the world (save for the U.S.), but it looks like at least some of that might be smoke and mirrors.
Read MoreEVs May Have Helped Kill AM Radio But Congress Is Bringing It Back
After passing through the House and Senate with bipartisan support, carmakers will have six years to sort out the static.
Read More2026 Dodge Hornet Is The Latest Casualty Of Tariffs
The Hornet and its Alfa Romeo Tonale sibling are built in Pomigliano d'Arco, Italy, and therefore subject to a 30% tariff beginning on August 1.
Read MoreDriver Plows Into LA Crowd, Injuring At Least 36, Then Shot By Unknown Bystander 'In The Butt'
A driver injured at least 36 people when he drove his car into a crowd in East Los Angeles at about 2:00 a.m.
Read MoreStellantis Stops Trying To Make Hydrogen Happen Because It's Too Niche
Stellantis was set to start making hydrogen commercial vans this year, but now it will discontinue not just the vans, but hydrogen development altogether.
Read MoreStellantis Has Spent 2025 Bleeding Cash
This morning we're looking at Stellantis' multi-billion-dollar 2025 losses, as well as BYD's stagnation.
Read MorePorsche Has Already Cranked Out The One Millionth Macan
This is the fastest Porsche has ever built one million of a single type of vehicle, beating out the 18 years it took Porsche to build the millionth Cayenne.
Read MoreGMC Won't Stop Adding Words To Luxe Up Its SUVs, Reveals New Acadia Denali Ultimate
There's a lot to like about these vehicles, and GMC is clearly leaning into a thus-far successful strategy.
Read MoreHyundai Doesn't Care If You Buy The Ioniq 6 N
The company is building the Ioniq 6 N to prove it can, no matter how many people might buy it.
Read MoreIt Could Take Robotaxis Up To 8 Years To Break Even, HSBC Estimates
The British bank estimated in a new report that it could take up to eight years for driverless taxi operators, like Waymo and Tesla, to break even on cash flow.
Read More2026 Subaru Uncharted Is A Little Electric Crossover You Can Take Off-Road
The new Uncharted (yes that's its real name) is Subaru's version of Toyota's recently unveiled C-HR EV.
Read MoreVolvo XC60 Production Is Moving To The USA
Volvo announced it will start building the XC60 SUV right here in America.
Read MoreBig Beautiful Bill Includes Auto Loan Tax Break, Some Restrictions Do Apply
Up to $10,000 of loan interest may be deducted each year for 2025 through 2028 light vehicles (weighing under 14,000 pounds) made in the USA.
Read MoreAndrew Cuomo Tries, Fails To Be Relatable When Jump-Starting Car In Almost Certainly Staged Campaign Ad
On Instagram the video came with the caption "New Yorkers, start your engines." Less than half of New Yorkers own a car with an engine to start.
Read MoreRivians Get Google Maps Integration So You Hopefully Stop Caring There's Still No Apple CarPlay
The improved navigation will roll out to all R1S and R1T owners today.
Read MoreChevrolet Corvette ZR1 Vs. Lamborghini Revuelto: Which 1,000-HP Supercar Wins In A Drag Race?
Even with the extra weight you'd think the Revuelto would at least beat the ZR1 off the line, but in the first race of three, that definitely isn't the case.
Read MoreUnreleased Beyoncé Music Stolen Out Of Jeep Wagoneer In Atlanta
Whether or not they knew what they were stealing or who they were stealing from is not clear at this time.
Read MoreAs If The C8 ZR1X's 1,250 Horsepower Isn't Enough, Chief Corvette Engineer Hints At An Even Wilder Model
We've hardly had a chance to wrap our heads around the absurdity of the hybrid ZR1X, and the Corvette's chief engineer is already hinting at an even faster C8.
Read MoreTexas Governor Fights Release Of Elon Musk Emails Because Some Details Are 'Intimate And Embarrassing'
They can't prove there isn't any weird sex stuff in these emails unless they're are released, but the actual contents may be far more boring than you'd hope.
Read MoreThere Will Always Be A Place For Human Drivers
I will always, no matter how good self-driving gets, want a human in the car. I need someone to chat with.
Read MoreDiesel Mix-Up At Ohio Gas Station Is About To Cost Sam's Club A Lot Of Money
The good news is, most of the owners who ended up putting diesel in their cars probably won't need new engines.
Read MoreExplaining The 6 Levels Of Automated Driving, And Which Ones Are Actually On U.S. Roads
New cars have so many different types of active and passive safety systems, not all of which do things like accelerate, brake and steer to support the driver.
Read MoreCadillac Escalade IQ Drives 558 Miles On A Single Charge, Beating Every Other EV Edmunds Has Tested
The EPA rates the Escalade IQ as having a 460-mile range, but Edmunds' test cycle entails more city driving.
Read MorePorsche Just Had Its Best H1 Sales In America Ever
The 911 was the only Porsche model to actually decline in sales in the first half of 2025 compared to 2024.
Read MoreEven You Could Leave Your Kids In A Hot Car, Research Shows
If we could be more honest with ourselves that human memory is faulty and build in safeguards, we can reduce the number of hot car deaths that occur every year.
Read MoreLockheed Martin Wants To Bring Mars Rover's Samples To Earth If NASA Can't
While originally conceived as an in-house job, NASA has since realized that its version of the plan would cost at least $7 billion.
Read MoreDetroit Cop's Body Cam Caught His Alleged Theft Of $600 From Suspect During Traffic Stop
Just because someone allegedly bought drugs doesn't mean they should also get robbed, and by the police, no less.
Read MoreFuel Efficiency Standards Are Dead, The V8 Will Live Forever
CAFE fuel-economy standards are still on the books, but there's no longer any penalty for failing to meet them.
Read MoreLanzante 95-59 Is A 3-Seat McLaren F1 Tribute Based On A Modern McLaren
The 95-59 uses a modified version of the 750S' monocoque, and it weighs even less.
Read MoreEPA Chief Takes Somehow-Bold Stance Of 'Chemtrails Aren't Real'
The EPA says it's time for you to stop shaking your fist at the sky.
Read MoreListen To V8-Powered Lexus LFR Supercar And Race Car Prototypes Roar Up The Goodwood Hill
These camo'd cars are officially called the Toyota GT concept, but the production model will likely be a Lexus. Regardless, they look and sound amazing.
Read MoreSeven-Passenger Lucid Gravity Crushes The Quarter-Mile Quicker Than Its SUV Competition — And Most Supercars
The Lucid Gravity Grand Touring Dream Edition runs the quarter-mile in 10.5 seconds with a trap speed of 139 mph.
Read MoreSubaru's Next EV Is The 2026 Uncharted, Coming Next Week
The new Subaru Uncharted will be a twin of the Toyota C-HR, and it should offer up to 338 horsepower and all-wheel drive.
Read MoreMaserati MC20 Evolves Into The MCPura With New Colors Like 'Night Interaction'
The MCPura is a light facelift of the MC20 supercar, with styling tweaks and a slightly nicer interior but the same powertrain.
Read More2026 Mazda CX-5 Looks Worse, Is Probably Amazing
Mazda revealed the third-generation 2026 CX-5 to the world today, and it looks... different, from its predecessor, to be sure.
Read MoreAt $11,500, Is Buying This 1982 Honda CBX Prolink A Pro Move?
The seller of today's Honda CBX rode the bike more than 10,000 miles last year, let's see if this six-cylinder classic tourer is priced to go the distance.
Read MoreWatch Rimac Take Back 0-250-0 MPH Crown With 2,107-HP Nevera R, Set 24 New Performance Records And Sub-8-Second Quarter-Mile Time
The Nevera R will hit 100 mph in under 3 seconds, reaches 186 mph in less than 8 seconds, and has a top speed of 268 mph.
Read MoreHow Volvo Turns A Normal SUV Into An Armored Car You Can Buy
Volvo is pulling back the curtain on how these rolling safe rooms are made.
Read MoreGM, OnStar Sued For Allegedly Selling Driver Data
The data would end up getting sold to insurance companies, and sometimes it would lead to rate increases and even canceled insurance policies.
Read MoreJimmy Hoffa's Fate May Finally Be Revealed Thanks To Former Mobster, Reporter And Prosecutor's Research
Where is Jimmy Hoffa buried? Later this month, we may find out, because a three-person team of independent investigators claims they now have the answer.
Read MoreOne Poor Sap Just Bought A Brand New Jeep Patriot
There are a few things Stellantis does better than selling vehicles it no longer builds.
Read MoreYou Can Now Turn Your Ineos Grenadier Into An Epic, Portal-Axled, $200,000 Beast
The Ineos Grenadier SUV and its pickup truck sibling, the Quartermaster, are getting special treatment from LeTech, a German off-roading outfitter.
Read MoreBYD Has An Answer For Autonomy's Biggest Question
We're looking at BYD's solution to autonomy's biggest legal hang-up, as well as the ever-climbing cost of used cars.
Read MoreSpeedhunters Seems Dead, And It's A Loss For Us All
Its last article was published on April 8, its last Instagram post went up on March 17 and its last Facebook post was only a few days later on March 26.
Read MoreRed Bull Racing Fired Team Boss Christian Horner, Now The Healing Can Begin
Horner has been replaced by Red Bull junior squad Racing Bulls team principal Laurent Mekies.
Read MoreAston Martin Vantage S Brings More Power, More Sharpness And More Stitching
The Vantage S also gets some styling tweaks and new options to make sure everyone around you knows that you've got an S and not some lowly normal Vantage.
Read MoreLucid Shatters World Record With 749-Mile Drive On A Single Charge
It's impressive to see how far EVs have progressed in recent years, and hopefully, this level of development won't stop.
Read MoreChina Resurrects A Soviet Water-Skimming Plane Design In Secret
China appears to have built a new prototype of a mostly ignored military aircraft; a Wing-in-Ground Effect (WIG) plane.
Read MoreRussian Passenger Planes Are Nearly Doubling In Price As Sanctions Take Their Toll
Airliners made in Russia are skyrocketing in price, sometimes nearly doubling, as Western sanctions imposed in response to the Ukraine War continue to bite.
Read MoreGolf R Was The Only Volkswagen To See A Q2 Sales Increase, Even Though There's No More Manual
Volkswagen Golf R sales increased 12.1% last quarter, but that's only about a hundred more cars.
Read MoreMoney Dropped From Helicopter Over Funeral Of Detroit Car Wash Owner
The sons of a Detroit car wash owner paid tribute to their father by showering his funeral with rose petals and cold hard cash dropped from a helicopter.
Read MoreDon't Do... Whatever This Is
The last thing we need is EV drivers making charging harder for their fellow EV owners. And yet, here we are.
Read MoreA $1,000 Per Month Car Loan Is The Norm Now
The share of new-vehicle buyers who are spending over $1,000 is at 19.3%.
Read MoreAriel Is Making 25 Totally Bonkers Atom 4RRs With A 525-HP Honda Turbo Four
Built to celebrate Ariel's 25th anniversary, the Atom 4RR will have a better power-to-weight ratio than a Bugatti Chiron Super Sport.
Read More2028 Polestar 7 Compact SUV Will Be Built At Volvo's New Slovakia Plant
Hopefully Polestar's first model produced in Europe will be able to avoid some of the tariffs swirling around the world.
Read MoreNearly 450,000 Nissans And Infinitis Recalled Because Their Variable Compression Engines Might Fail
The recall affects 443,899 vehicles, including the 2019-2022 Infiniti QX50, 2022 Infiniti QX55, 2019-2020 Nissan Altima and 2021-2024 Nissan Rogue.
Read MoreChevy Vega To Be Freed When World's Largest Time Capsule Opens This July 4th
After sitting for half a century, you have to assume the Vega needs some work.
Read MoreStellantis Has A New Leader In North America And He's Bringing Back SRT
Kuniskis was just made the head of American brands and North American marketing and retail strategy. His first order of business? Bringing back SRT.
Read MoreMercedes-AMG CLA45 S Final Edition Is The Last Gas-Powered Roar Before The AMG CLA Goes Electric
As Mercedes gets ready to shift to the electrified third generation of the CLA, the company is giving the previous generation's AMG model one last send-off.
Read MoreHomeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem Claims Cannibal Ate Himself On Deportation Flight
Homeland Security secretary Kristi Noem spun up fear around immigrants by telling the story of a cannibal who began to eat himself on a deportation flight
Read MoreTesla Model Y Dethroned As World's Best-Selling Car
The silver lining for Tesla is that both vehicles were incredibly close, with Tesla only an estimated 2,000 purchases below the RAV4's estimated 1,187,000.
Read MoreTesla Q2 Deliveries Fall Drastically Year-Over-Year
Something tells us Tesla really wishes it could have skipped releasing its Q2 numbers this year.
Read MoreTexas Tries To Use 'Big Beautiful Bill' To Steal Space Shuttle Discovery From The Smithsonian
Texas Senators are trying to move the Space Shuttle Discovery from its current home at the Smithsonian to the Johnson Space Center in Houston.
Read MoreLots Of American Porsche 911 Buyers Go For All-Wheel Drive, So Here's The Updated 2026 Carrera 4S And Targa 4S
The Carrera 4S will be available in both coupe and cabriolet guises, plus there's the Targa 4S, only the second Targa in the 992.2 lineup after the Targa 4 GTS.
Read MoreEven With A Huge Home-Court Advantage The Big Three Seem Doomed
The American auto industry is once again in a trap of its own making.
Read MoreYour Next House Could Have An Entire Car Museum In It
This modest $125 million abode has 24,000 square feet dedicated to displaying a variety of classic cars.
Read MoreDrone Offers Faygo, Death To Bank Robbery Suspect
A frosty Faygo Red Pop is tempting on a hot summer evening but that temptation brought a fatal end to a bank hostage situation in Saginaw Township, Michigan.
Read MoreThe Running Elephant On Lancia's New Ypsilon HF Rally Car Is The Cutest Racing Livery Ever
Lancia showed off the Ypsilon HF Racing with an elephant livery that might be the cutest racing livery of all time.
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Nice Price or No Dice (21)
At $14,950, Is This 1966 Ford Fairlane 500 A Fair Bargain?
While not a Woody, today's Fairlane wagon looks to be in great condition. Let's find out if its price makes buying it a mandatory proposition.
Read MoreAt $87,995, Is This 2020 Mercedes-AMG GT An 'OMG' Good Deal?
With under 30,000 miles on the clock, today's AMG GT has already gone through two previous owners. Let's see if its priced to welcome owner number three.
Read MoreAt $7,500, Is This 2012 Chevrolet Volt A Timely Deal?
Today's Chevy Volt is eligible for a $4,000 tax credit and has a replacement battery. Does the make for an electrifying deal?
Read MoreAt $59,500, Is This 1997 Lotus Esprit V8 A Legendary Deal?
This 1997 Lotus Esprit twin-turbo V8 was built just five years before the model's demise and could be considered the ultimate expression of the line.
Read MoreAt $23,500, Could This 1960 Imperial Crown Make You Feel Like Royalty?
Today's Imperial is loaded with features as well as audacious '60s style. Let's see what this Chrysler-eclipsing classic might reasonably be worth.
Read MoreAt $17,900, Will This 2019 Mahindra Roxor Rock Your World?
While today's Roxor was originally classified as an "off-highway side-by-side," its seller claims it to be street legal and says they "drive it everywhere."
Read MoreAt $5,450, Is This 1992 Volvo 240 Ready For Its Closeup?
According to the seller of today's Volvo, they are constantly being bugged by people wanting to feature the car in movies and TV shows.
Read MoreAt $7,500, Is This 1976 BMW 2002 A Well-Worn Classic?
While far from perfect, this 2002 is claimed to be solid, needing only some TLC. Let's see if its price aligns with that condition or has us exclaiming, "WTF?"
Read MoreAt $15,450, Is This 1992 Isuzu Gemini Irmscher Coupe A Gem Of A Deal?
Is this JDM gem fit to be the hit at your next Cars & Coffee?
Read MoreAt $6,000, Is This 1981 HM-Vehicles FreeWay The Way To Go?
Today's FreeWay is a forward-looking single-seat commuter car from the late 1970s. It had to be forward-looking because these lack a reverse gear.
Read MoreAt $6,900, Is This 2001 Mazda MX-5 A Miata We Oughta Consider?
Even though it has high mileage, this Miata still looks to be in great shape. We need to discuss whether those miles matter.
Read MoreAt $5,900, Is This Electric 2019 Toyota Mirai A Total Gas?
Toyota's flirtation with hydrogen continues, but does this early Mirai have the charm to overcome limited refueling options?
Read MoreAt $39,500, Is This 1991 Mercedes Brabus G36 A Big Deal?
That's no typo: just a particularly rare type of G-Wagen on U.S. roads.
Read MoreAt $19,991, Is This 2011 BMW 535i A Three-Pedal Thrill?
It may not turn heads like its predecessor, but that may not be a bad thing for this 2011 535i with an enthusiast-friendly stick shift.
Read MoreAt $27,500, Is This 1987 Mazda RX-7 'Mariah' A Fat-Fendered Find?
Sporting a rare - and wide - bodykit, does this eye-catching RX-7 justify its hefty sticker price?
Read MoreAt $8,995, Is This 2007 Subaru Tribeca The Limo You've Been Longing For?
Livery service can be lucrative work, given all the weddings, proms, and bro-parties. This Subaru is one of the most unexpected limos you might find.
Read MoreAt $12,950, Will This 1986 Zimmer Quicksilver Grab The Gold?
According to its seller, today's Zimmer is one of only four powered by a Chevy LS V8, and, of those, it is potentially the last man standing.
Read MoreAt $9,500, Is This 1972 Mercedes-Benz 250 A Stately Steal?
Mercedes' vision of a bargain 'Benz became one of its most innovative cars, but does this 1972 sedan still have that magic?
Read MoreAt $45,500, Will This 2011 Aston Martin Rapide Prove A Fast Sale?
Claustrophobics might want to sit this one out since today's Aston Martin offers tight quarters and high sills befitting its sports-touring nature.
Read MoreAt $17,900, Is This 2004 Chevy Monte Carlo SS An Intimidating Deal?
A special edition for NASCAR royalty, does this low-mileage Chevy take pole position?
Read MoreAt $9,500, Is This 1977 Lotus Eclat A Weirdly Good Deal?
Today's Éclat is a Lotus you might have long forgotten, or perhaps never knew existed in the first place. Let's find out what getting reacquainted is worth.
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Nostalgia You Can Taste (3)
These Were The Hardest Working Vehicles At The Goodwood Festival Of Speed
A special Goodwood exhibit called Van Go - Masters of the Moving Arts featured all sorts of incredible vans and work trucks.
Read MoreVintage '60 Minutes' Episode Shows How Unhinged Lamborghini Testing Used To Be
The presenter rides along with Valentino Balboni as he tests a red Countach at speeds up to 180 mph on public Italian roads.
Read MoreOnce A Bring A Trailer Darling, This Dilapidated 1973 Citroën GS 1220 Club Now Actually Needs A Trailer
If the current owner happens to find this blog, please know that your car is wildly cool and seeing it brought me immense joy.
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Planelopnik (36)
25 Passengers Hospitalized Following Severe Turbulence On Delta Flight
Once again, those who weren't wearing their seatbelts reportedly took the brunt of it, including the cabin crew.
Read More'Leave All Carry-On Items Behind' During An Emergency Plane Evacuation Does Not Mean 'Grab Your Bags First', You Dinguses
an American Airlines flight leaving Denver International was evacuated prior to takeoff after experiencing a "possible landing gear incident."
Read MoreFederal Agents Storm Airplane Cockpit, Arrest Co-Pilot Moments After Landing
A group of at least 10 law enforcement officials with badges and guns pushed their way through the aisle and into the flight deck of Delta flight 2809.
Read MoreRenovating Trump's 'Free' Qatari Jet Is Going Great, Just Don't Ask About The Mysterious $934 Million Transfer No One Wants To Talk About
It's important to remember that the current plan isn't for the U.S. government to keep the plane.
Read MoreFAA Wants To Hire Immigrants As Air Traffic Controllers
Surprising no one, the security personnel at the FAA are "losing their minds" at the idea of letting non-citizens into the country's air traffic arteries.
Read MoreBoeing Predicts The Future, Foresees 50,000 Planes By 2044
Boeing thinks that air traffic will continue to grow in popularity as emerging markets build more infrastructure and the global middle class expands.
Read MoreTurkish Airlines Loses Corpse Of Passenger Who Died During Flight At Chicago O'Hare
Turkish Airlines should have contacted local authorities about the death once the plane touched down in Chicago, but that doesn't seem to have been the case.
Read MoreToo Much Moose Meat Blamed For Fatal 2023 Plane Crash That Killed Alaska Rep. Mary Peltola's Husband
The National Transportation Safety Board concluded its investigation into the crash and believes it knows why the plane crashed — it was overloaded with moose meat.
Read MoreDelta Pilot Fails Breathalyzer Test Before Transatlantic Flight And Gets Arrested
Delta Air Lines had to quickly cancel a long-haul flight on Tuesday despite the crew arriving on time and there being no issues with the planes.
Read MoreDelta Pilot Abruptly Avoids B-52 During Approach, Apologizes To Passengers For 'Aggressive Maneuver'
While there are lessons to be learned from this incident that shouldn't have happened, it had the best possible outcome, with everyone walking away unharmed.
Read MorePilots In Fiery South Korean Plane Crash Shut Off Wrong Engine After Bird Strike
The bird strike alone likely won't be officially declared the crash's cause, but it sparked the chain of events that led to the catastrophic impact.
Read MoreWho Builds Boeing's Jet Engines, And Are They The Same As Airbus Uses?
Of the four major manufacturers of aircraft engines, which build jet engines for Boeing? Which planes' engines do they build? And does Airbus use them, too?
Read MoreWhat Makes Boeing's Doomsday Plane Different From Air Force One?
Everybody knows about Air Force One, the president's mode of transportation for long distances. However, the Pentagon has its own plane, as well.
Read MoreSubaru Has An Airplane And Helicopter Business You Might Not Know About
You may have seen a Subaru in the air during a particularly spirited rally event, but did you know the company builds actual aircraft?
Read MoreDelta Plans To Put AI In Charge Of Ticket Pricing, Which Should Probably Be Illegal
Consumer Watchdog found when companies use surveillance pricing, they tend to favor the wealthy and instead offer higher prices to customers with lower incomes.
Read MoreWhite House Needs $19 Billion More To Fix Air Traffic Control
It's fair to say that the Federal Aviation Administration should spare no expense when it comes to bringing air traffic control into the 21st century.
Read MoreHeartbreaking: Worst Person You Know Has Good Ideas To Eliminate TSA Security Theater
Kristi Noem, our mouth-frothing Secretary of Homeland Security, proposed that TSA allow larger liquid containers on planes, and I'm reluctantly forced to agree.
Read MoreNew Bill Would Force Army Helicopters To Keep Flight Tracking On
Senator Ted Cruz is introducing a new bill that would "close the regulatory loophole" that allows military aircraft to turn off key flight tracking technology.
Read MoreWhy These Boeing Models Need A Tail Stand At The Gate
Have you ever noticed an airliner sitting at the terminal with what looks like an oversized kickstand? Turns out these tail stands serve an important purpose.
Read MoreDelta Swipes New Airbus Engines From Europe To Avoid Tariffs And Put Grounded U.S. Aircraft Back In The Air Instead
Because the A320's engines were made in the USA, they're not subject to the 10% tariff that the replacement aircraft they're being stripped from would be.
Read MoreHow Much Fuel Does A Boeing 747 Burn Per Hour, And How Much Can It Hold?
The Boeing 747 and its four engines once made it the airliner of choice for international flights. So how much fuel do those four powerplants use?
Read MoreWhat Happens When A Plane Loses Cabin Pressure?
You may have heard a flight attendant talk about the safety procedures to follow if the cabin loses pressure, but what does that actually mean?
Read MoreWhy The Boeing 787 Doesn't Have Winglets
The 787's distinct wing profile skips the usual efficiency-boosting upturned tips, but why?
Read MoreEver Heard A Barking Noise On An Airbus Plane? Here's What It Is
If you hear a barking noise on an Airbus plane, it could be a service dog. But if it's not, there's no need to fret. We know what it really is.
Read MoreWhy Boeing Retired Its Iconic C-17 Globemaster III
Boeing's massive C-17 Globemaster III is still flying around the world, and Boeing may make more of them. But why did it kill the C-17 in the first place?
Read MoreHere's How Much Horsepower Boeing's T50 Engines Can Have
Boeing has made generations of T50 turboshaft engines, and they've been installed in all kinds of places. Here's how much horsepower those engines can have.
Read MoreScientists Find New Way To Power Your Next Flight With Rotten Food
The banana peel rotting in your trash right now just might save the planet, if we can just find a way to turn it into jet fuel on the cheap.
Read MoreAir India Crash Investigation Honing In On The Cockpit's Engine Fuel Control Switches
Investigators have hinted that pilot error will likely be deemed the cause of the disaster, with a focus on the engine fuel control switches.
Read MoreAmelia Earhart's Lockheed Electra 10E May Have Been Found Under The Waters Of This Uninhabited Island
The university where Amelia Earhart taught is going to find out if her legendary plane is sitting at the bottom of the ocean near her likely final resting place.
Read MoreShoes Stay On: TSA Is Considering Dumping Flying's Most Annoying Rule
The awkward shuffle of taking off your shoes to put them through an X-ray scanner at airport security may be finally over.
Read MoreAir India Was Caught Faking Safety Records Even Before The 787 Crash
Air India Express has been accused of falsifying safety records weeks before before a deadly Boeing 787 crash killed over 200 people.
Read MoreWhat It Takes To Get To An Antarctic Research Station More Remote Than The International Space Station
You may think your commute is brutal, but what does it take to get to your job at the most remote place on Earth?
Read MoreThe Absolutely Wild Horsepower Numbers Behind Your Next Flight
Converting thrust to horsepower takes some math, but the results are pretty astounding. Here are the staggering power figures propelling you through the sky.
Read MoreWhy Are Boeing 737 Engine Casings Flat On The Bottom?
There's something unique about the Boeing 737: the flat-bottomed casings on its engines. So why do the 737's engine casings have this odd design?
Read MoreSnake On Plane Delays Flight, And Of Course, It Was In Australia
A snake on a plane? That's going to be a no from most people, including the folks on this Virgin Atlantic flight.
Read MorePlane Dives From 36,000 To 10,000 Feet In Just 10 Minutes
Passengers had a wild ride on a Spring Airlines Japan flight that appears to have suffered from a cabin pressurization issue on Monday evening.
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Porsche (3)
The Porsche You Weren't Going To Buy Just Got More Expensive
For the second time in the last four months, Porsche has raised prices across its 911 lineup.
Read MorePorsche Cayenne Electric Will Be Able To Tow More Than 7,700 Pounds, And Prototypes Are Winning Hill Climbs
Porsche is now showing off near-production prototypes with barely any camouflage not just driving around in public, but competing in hill climbs — and winning.
Read MoreThis Boeing Powered Porsche Doesn't Have Wings But It Can Fly
A Boeing engine in a Porsche? It may sound crazy, but this Porsche 928 has an aircraft-worthy motor ... and it may not be the only one equipped that way.
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QOTD (46)
These Are The Cars You Could Drive Forever
If you were a vampire forced behind the wheel of an immortal automotive companion, these are the cars you'd want to drive.
Read MoreWhat's The Dumbest Car On Sale Today?
I want to know what you all think is the dumbest car on sale today. Crucially, I don't want to know what you think is the worst car on sale.
Read MoreThese Cars Are Your Dream Hearses
It will happen to all of us one day. We'll be sent across the River Styx on the universe's inevitable one-way ferry ride.
Read MoreWhat Car Opinion Were You The Most Wrong About?
What car opinion were you the most wrong about? And perhaps more importantly, what is it that ultimately changed your mind?
Read MoreThese Automakers Would Run A Better Diner Than Tesla, According To Our Readers
Could any other automaker even come close to matching Tesla, with its reputation for delivering the highest quality product and impeccable customer service?
Read MoreWhat Car Could You Drive Forever?
Let's say you've been twisted into a vampire — what would you do with all that time and, more importantly, what would you drive?
Read MoreThese Are The Cars You Regret Owning
From underwhelming driving experiences to reliability nightmares to cars that simply disintegrate beneath you, you've been through a lot.
Read MoreWhat Car Would Be Your Dream Hearse?
We want to know what your final ride would be if there were no financial or logistical barriers.
Read MoreThese Are Your Favorite Supercars
None of these answers will surprise you, but it is fun to scroll through some of the most beautiful and powerful cars in history.
Read MoreWhich Automaker Would Run A Better Diner Than Tesla?
It'll probably be a while before we find out how successful (or not) the Tesla Diner really is, but what automaker do you think could do it better?
Read MoreThese Are Our Readers' Best Stories About Starting Dead Cars
In perhaps the least-surprising development ever, our readers have all sorts of stories about the ways they managed to get dead cars started again.
Read MoreWhat Car Do You Regret Owning?
Owning a car usually has its ups and downs, but sometimes the downs drag us lower than the ups can ever hope to compete with.
Read MoreThese Cars Deserve A Tuner Following
Maybe, if we're lucky, these answers will spark some community around some of these cars and lead to those tuner forums further on down the line.
Read MoreWhat's Your Favorite Supercar?
Very fast, very exclusive, very expensive. The recipe for a supercar is simple, but picking a favorite isn't.
Read MoreThese Cars Would Be The Scariest Robotaxis
Commenters came out in force to share their ideas for vehicles that would radiate fear at first sight for both passengers and drivers in other cars.
Read MoreWhat's Your Best Story About Starting A Dead Car?
Did you also have to get creative with a roll-start? Did you break down in the middle of nowhere and have to wait multiple hours for someone to come along?
Read MoreThese Are The Worst Things About Modern Cars
Huge screens, huge wheels, huge acceleration... We asked for your dislikes about modern cars, and you didn't hold back.
Read MoreWhat Car Deserves A Tuner Following?
With modern platform and engine sharing, the bits and pieces that make up our favorite performance cars end up reused in all sorts of other vehicles.
Read MoreThese Are The Best Convertibles Ever Made, According To You
You reached through time to pull out some of the best examples of drop-tops known to man.
Read MoreWhat Car Would Make For The Scariest Robotaxi?
We want to know which vehicles could send a shiver up your spine at first sight.
Read MoreThese Are Your Favorite Side-View Mirror Designs
Sadly not as many of you were ready to nerd out about wing mirrors as I was hoping for, but still, there are some great answers here.
Read MoreWhat's The Best Convertible Ever Made?
Temperatures are at an all-time high, and morale is at an all-time low. Do you know what will fix both those things? A convertible, baby.
Read MoreThese Are The Traffic Laws You Would Change If You Were President For A Day
I can't rule on constitutionality or feasibility, but the comments section was loaded with suggestions that ranged from petty to seriously transformative.
Read MoreWhat Is The Worst Thing About Modern Cars?
It feels like it's getting tougher and tougher to be a car enthusiast, or at least a new car enthusiast.
Read MoreThese Otherwise Good Cars Are Saddled With Terrible Engines
We asked for your biggest powertrain disappointments, and you didn't hold back.
Read MoreWhat's Your Favorite Side-View Mirror Design?
Some cars have fantastic side-view mirror designs, and I want to know which ones are your favorites.
Read MoreThese Are The Cars You Wish Were Sold In Your Country
The consensus appears to be that the Jalopnik audience wishes there were more small and affordable cars. Imagine that.
Read MoreWhat Traffic Law Would You Change If You Were President For A Day?
The President of the United States is a double-edged sword of a job for a car enthusiast.
Read MoreThese Are Your Favorite Swedish Cars
We asked for your favorite Swedish cars, and you pulled some real oddities out of the bag.
Read MoreWhat Otherwise Good Car Had A Terrible Engine?
There are plenty of bad cars with good engines out there, but we want to know about the opposite.
Read MoreThese Are The Heavily Depreciated V12s Our Readers Have Convinced Themselves Couldn't Actually Be That Bad To Own
As it turns out, the Jalopnik staff isn't the only group of car enthusiasts who are convinced we'd totally be fine if we bought something with a V12.
Read MoreWhat Car Do You Wish Was Sold In Your Country But Isn't?
In the era where we have constant access to global internet, we can see all of the cars that are available in other countries, and that can cause envy.
Read MoreThese Are The Cars Of Today You'd Bring To Rizzwood In 2045
From the obvious to the confusing, you're making sure Rizzwood 2045 kicks the modern classic scene off with a bang.
Read MoreWhat's Your Favorite Swedish Car?
We know you can be more imaginative than "brown Volvo wagon," too.
Read MoreThese Are The American Cars You'd Recommend
Despite the online narratives, there are plenty of American cars our readers would recommend.
Read MoreWhat Heavily Depreciated V12 Are You Convinced Couldn't Actually Be That Bad If You Bought One?
If you're into cars, you're into V12 engines. That's just the way this whole thing works.
Read MoreThese Are The Automaker CEOs You'd Bet On In A Battle Royale
This is all hypothetical, of course
Read MoreWhat Cars Of The 2010s And 2020s Will You Bring To Rizzwood In 2045?
What car, on sale today or in the very recent past, will turn heads at the car shows?
Read MoreThese Cars Have The Best Interiors Of All Time
Head on down below and check out what cars your fellow Jalops think have the best interiors of all time.
Read MoreThese Are Your Favorite Cars From The 1980s
I asked you what your favorite 1980s cars were earlier this week, and you delivered all sorts of weird vehicles from that glitzy decade.
Read MoreWhat Car Has The Best Interior Of All Time?
You can have the best-driving, fastest vehicle in the world, but if its interior is a pile of trash, you're not going to want to spend time with it.
Read MoreThese Are The Greatest Fictional Racing Drivers Of All Time, According To You
The readers are right, these drivers know how to race better than most.
Read MoreWhich Automaker CEO Would Win A Battle Royale?
Only one CEO can emerge victorious, but beyond that there are no rules. Who would you put your money on?
Read MoreThese Are The Automakers You'd Buy A House From
Materials, wiring, interior design, all things you considered while coming up with your automaker dream homes.
Read MoreWhat's Your Favorite Car From The 1980s?
There's so many amazing cars to choose from in this decadent decade.
Read MoreAt $2,450, Could This 1988 Dodge Raider Clean Up?
Naming your product after a line of work that involves sacking and pillaging may not be the best idea. Let's see if its price tag makes the truck a steal.
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Racing (30)
Why NASCAR Uses These Unique Jacks, And How They're So Fast
When thousandths of a second count, you need to be as quick as possible to change tires. NASCAR pit crews use jacks that vary from the norm in key ways.
Read MoreAston Martin (The Carmaker) Sells Aston Martin (The F1 Team)
The undisclosed buyer is taking Aston's stake in the F1 team at $146 million, resulting in a valuation of the team as a whole at $3.2 billion.
Read MoreNürburgring To Dismantle Roller Coaster, Finally Ending 16-Year Boondoggle
The Nürburgring is now dismantling Ring Racer, the problem-plagued roller coaster that was initially built to be the fastest in the world.
Read MoreBubba Wallace Becomes First Black Driver To Win On Indianapolis' Fabled Oval
Bubba Wallace wrote his own name in the history books on Sunday.
Read MoreThe Indy 500 Made Me Understand The Appeal Of Racing
I never got motor racing. But now, after being a spectator at some of the world's most historic and important racing events, I finally get it.
Read MoreHere's What All Those Buttons On An F1 Steering Wheel Do
"High tech" doesn't begin to describe what's built in to a Formula 1 steering wheel. All those buttons even help make the cars more aerodynamic.
Read MoreWhy Do F1 Tires Look So Shiny?
If you're a Formula 1 racing fan, you may have noticed that in recent years the tires have a surprising glossiness. It's all about the way they're made.
Read MoreF1 On Target To Hit Its Net Zero Carbon Goal Thanks To Its Biofuel Future
Five years into the endeavor, the sport has reduced its emissions by 26%, or halfway to its goal.
Read MoreBrittany Force Is Officially The Fastest Person In NHRA History
Force pushed her car to a blistering 341.85 miles per hour in the quarter mile to knock Doug Kalitta out of competition in the semi-finals.
Read MoreWhat Does NASCAR Do With All Those Used Tires After A Race?
NASCAR goes through hundreds of thousands of tires even during practice races. You won't believe what the teams do with those tires when they're done with them.
Read MoreFormula 1 Moving To Apple TV+ Would Be Good For The Sport But Great For Apple
ESPN has reportedly bowed out of negotiations to keep F1 on its network, as Apple apparently offered $150-$200 million per season for the broadcast rights.
Read MoreThe Reason Why MotoGP Riders Tape Their Nose
MotoGP racers are often seen wearing a strip of tape across their nose. No, it's not their to minimize snoring. It actually serves a more practical purpose.
Read MoreDaigo Saito Says He Got Deported When He Tried To Compete In Formula Drift
Diago Saito claims he was deported while trying to enter the U.S. to compete in Formula Drift. That's not good.
Read MoreSubaru Wants To Give You The Chance To Race Against Travis Pastrana (Just Don't Expect To Win)
Subaru's WRX ARA25 and ARA25L rally cars are the stuff that dreams are made of.
Read MoreWhy Do F1 Cars Have A Flashing Red Light At The Back?
Ever wondered what the red light on the back of your favorite Formula 1 car was for? The answer is a bit more complex than you might have guessed.
Read MoreWatch A NASCAR Hauler Drive Cross-Country And Experience The Never-Ending Cup Series Grind First Hand
NASCAR offered a glimpse behind the curtain by livestreaming a cross-country drive of one of its haulers earlier this week.
Read MoreHere's What Happens To F1 Tires After A Race
F1 tires take quite a beating on the track, so what happens to them when race day is over? Let's take a look at where Pirelli brings them next.
Read MoreF1 Tire Colors Explained: What Each Stripe Means
Tire strategy is a key to Formula 1 races, but it can be confusing to follow. Knowing what the colors of the tires' stripes mean will make it easier.
Read MoreFormula 1 Steering Wheels Probably Cost More Than Your Daily Driver
Chances are your daily driver is less valuable than a wheel angrily tossed into a gravel trap after a first-turn crash.
Read MoreThe Tire Compound Ranges Used In F1: Soft, Medium, And Hard May Not Mean What You Think
When is medium either soft or hard? When Formula 1 is lining up tires for a race ... sometimes. Here's how F1 uses tires to make races more interesting.
Read MoreLamborghini Strips The Temerario Of Its Hybrid System To Go GT3 Racing
As with most modern GT3 machinery, Lamborghini focused on optimizing the Temerario for a playing field that constantly shifts to ensure parity.
Read MoreAlpine A290 Rallye Is Ready To Silently Rumble In FIA's New eRally5 EV Class
Before entering full eRally5 competition, Alpine intends to throw down "a single-rally challenge" later this year, with support for recharging.
Read MoreNASCAR's Chicago Street Course Is The Best Race On The Calendar, But The Party Might Be Over Forever
Unfortunately the future of the race is in doubt as the three-year event contract with the city has run out and looks unlikely to be renewed.
Read MoreJourneyman Ending 239-Race Podium Drought Proves F1 Fairytales Still Happen
Against all odds, 37-year-old Nico Hülkenberg finally secured his maiden top-three finish during Sunday's British Grand Prix and collected a Lego trophy.
Read MoreHow Much Fuel Does An F1 Car Burn During A Race?
F1 offers incredibly fast cars roaring around speedways, so you may think it's featuring a bunch of fuel hogs. The truth is more complicated.
Read MoreWay More Women Love Formula 1 Than Ever Before
For the first time in history Formula 1 says around a quarter of its current fanbase is female, growing from just 10% in 2017.
Read MoreGM Is Building Cadillac F1 Like It's Project Apollo
Cadillac has already completed its mandatory FIA crash test and is getting cracking on the design and aero work — and doing it in a somewhat unorthodox fashion.
Read MoreNot Even Formula 1 Drivers Can Easily Pass A U.S. Driver's Ed Test
Surely, an F1 driver should still have no problem passing a written U.S. driver's test, right? How hard could it be? As it turns out, extremely hard.
Read MoreEurope's Fiercest Hill Climb Is Also The Tour De France's Road To Hell
Stage 16 features a brutal 106-mile ride ending at the summit of Mont Ventoux and the fan-favorite torture test used to be one of Europe's toughest hill climbs.
Read MoreThe Big One Collects Half The NASCAR Field At Atlanta, A Track Redesigned To Cause Huge Wrecks Like This
Atlanta Motor Speedway, the newest drafting track, played host to a 23-car crash during Sunday's Quaker State 400.
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2025 Subaru Crosstrek Premium Is The Subcompact Crossover I Would Buy With A $30,000 Budget
I want everyone to find a car within their budget that they view as more than an appliance, and the 2025 Subaru Crosstrek is a great place to start.
Read More2025 Buick Enclave Avenir Might Be The Greatest College Graduation Pickup Car Ever
The Enclave Avenir is a moment of serenity, and I think that's what a lot of parents really want.
Read MoreCharging Was Somehow Still The Biggest Problem With Road-Tripping My Fiat 500e
While I wouldn't recommend road tripping a 150-mile EV, there is something to be said about the fact that it's currently possible, even without any planning.
Read More2025 Mercedes-Maybach GLS600 Offers Everything You Could Possibly Want In A Car, Except Its Own Design
The Maybach GLS600 is fabulous to drive and be driven in, and it's actually quite a bargain, but it would be even better if it wasn't just a GLS.
Read More2025 Kia K4 Makes You Wonder Why Other Cars Are So Expensive
The new K4 shows that Kia is very serious about keeping the cheap sedan market alive
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Spacelopnik (20)
Space Force's Next Spaceplane Mission Will Test Navigation Without GPS Using Quantum Sensors
With competition for presence in and around the Moon heating up between the U.S. and China, this kind of system could be a critical capability.
Read MoreScientists Investigate Possible Alien Origins Of Mysterious Object Streaking Through Solar System
Is alien invasion armageddon coming for us in November? No, probably not. But it's worth thinking about
Read MoreAustralia's 1st Rocket Crashes 14 Seconds Into Maiden Flight
Rocket science being difficult is more than a comedic cliché. It's as hard as President Kennedy said it was in the early 1960s.
Read MoreNASA Wants To Drop Helicopter Drones On Mars To Scout For Manned Landing Sites
The mission, called Skyfall, would use a capsule to drop down towards the Martian surface, open up before it impacts, and out will fly the six helicopters.
Read MoreEuropean Space Agency Is Building A Hypersonic Spaceplane
There have been several attempts over the decades to build a so-called Single Stage to Orbit (SSTO) vehicle, but thus far, none have succeeded.
Read MoreSpaceX Whines To The Feds About Another Company Flooding Orbit With Satellites
In fairness, SpaceX may have a point. AST SpaceMobile's proposed satellites are the size of a tennis court and would be visible to the naked eye from the ground
Read MoreNASA Employees Know They Can Only Save Themselves From A Trump-Forced Turndown
287 current or former NASA employees signed a letter detailing the destructive decisions that threaten to endanger lives and harm the public good.
Read MoreSmithsonian Fights Back Against $85 Million Space Shuttle Kipnapping To Texas
When President Trump signed the "Big, Beautiful Bill" into law, he also set aside $85 million for a Congress-authorized heist of the Space Shuttle Discovery.
Read MoreIn Its First Year, Rubin Observatory Will Gather More Space Data Than All Other Telescopes In History Combined
In just its first ten hours of activity, a single new observatory discovered 2,104 asteroids, or 10% of the entire astronomical community's annual job.
Read MoreUFO Obsessives Are Not Happy That The Pentagon Has Been Deceiving The Public For Decades
When conspiracy theories are inevitably debunked, the debunking is quickly counter-debunked, usually with a fresh ratcheting of the whole conspiracy framework.
Read MoreYou Can Buy The Largest Martian Meteorite Ever Found (And A Sick Dinosaur Skeleton Too)
Out of the 122 lots, the main event is NWA 16788, a Martian meteorite that is the largest piece of Mars ever found on Earth.
Read MoreTrump Megabill Tosses $1 Billion At Space Force's Boeing Spaceplane
The $1B dedicated to the X-35B is part of a $11.3B budget increase for Space Force amid the White House leaving civilian spaceflight on a shoestring budget.
Read MoreBoeing Is Building Next-Gen Satellites To Control America's Nukes
These satellites are the sort of thing you really hope that nobody ever has to use. But if the very worst ever happens, you'll really, really want them to work.
Read MoreNASA's Most Experienced Staff Are Taking Trump's Buyouts
In a classic case of trying to lose weight by cutting off your own head, it appears that over 2,500 employees are preparing to depart the space agency.
Read MoreDisaster Looms As President Trump Plans To Defund Satellite Crash Avoidance Service
The U.S. Space Force and the entire private space industry are telling Congress this is a recipe for disaster.
Read MoreAir Force Halts SpaceX Hypersonic Cargo Rocket Tests To Save Seabirds From Potential Blasts
The U.S. Air Force announced last Thursday that it's suspending plans for testing hypersonic rocket delivery systems on a remote Pacific atoll.
Read MoreNASA Plans To Leave The ISS After 2030 - Here's What Will Come Next
The ISS has been operational for well over two decades, but its days are numbered. Here's what the plan for human habitation in space is after 2030.
Read MoreObject Spotted From Outside Solar System The Same Day As In The Documentary Film 'Independence Day'
The object is likely a 12-mile wide asteroid or comet from way, way out of town that just happens to be passing through our neighborhood, but you never know...
Read MoreSpace Funeral Craft Crashes, Ejects 166 Remains At Sea
When your space-obsessed loved ones die, you can spend $3,500 to send their cremated remains out into orbit.
Read MoreLauren Boebert Giggles Her Way Through Faked Moon Landing And A Few Other Top Conspiracy Theories
Colorado Representative Lauren Boebert isn't going to turn down a chance to do the conspiracy thing, even if she probably thinks it's all an inside joke.
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Sports Cars (2)
Bugatti Hits 186 MPH In Every Customer's W16 Mistral And Drives Them At Least 250 Miles Before Delivery
Bugatti's approach to pre-delivery testing is just as obsessional as its car design and engineering.
Read MoreThis Is The Highest HP Engine Ever Put In A Ford Mustang From The Factory
Ford has put some incredibly powerful engines under the hood of the iconic Ford Mustang. However, this one has the highest horsepower straight from the factory.
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Subaru (7)
What Does X-Mode Actually Do On Subaru Cars?
Subaru's X-Mode provides better performance under challenging road conditions, but how does it do it? And what are the limitations on using it?
Read MoreMoo Moo Subaru Explained: Like Jeep Ducks, But Weirder
Haven't heard of Moo Moo Subaru? Don't worry, it's a lot like Jeep ducks. Still feeling confused? Let's dive into both and see what these trends are all about.
Read MoreSubaru's AVH Feature Explained: What It Does And How To Disable It
AVH is a feature on some Subarus, but what, exactly, does it do? Why do some drivers dislike it? And if you dislike it, how would you go about disabling it?
Read MoreSubaru's Dog Commercials Are More Than Just Cute
Dogs have been featured in lots of Subaru commercials over the years, and there's a very good reason for it. The ads are more than just cute.
Read MoreWhat Does Subaru's STI Badge Stand For?
The letters "STI" mean something in the Subaru-verse, and it's not just the acronym that's important. The badge itself is important to the brand's fans.
Read MoreNot All Subarus Come From Japan: Here's Which Models Are Built In America
Subaru is a Japanese auto company, but that doesn't mean that all Subarus are built in Japan. Here are the Subaru models that are actually built in the U.S.
Read MoreHow The Subaru BRAT Got Its Name (And How It Helped Dodge Taxes)
The BRAT wasn't an ill-mannered child; it was a light pickup truck in the 1970s and '80s. Here's how it got its name, and how it helped Subaru avoid taxes.
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SUVs and Crossovers (1)
Where Did The 'G-Wagon' Name Come From, And What Does The 'G' Stand For?
The Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon is a favorite, but the name is a little peculiar because there isn't a G in the brand name. Well, it stems from its German name.
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Technology (9)
Watch This Chinese Humanoid Robot Change Its Own Battery And Try Not To Get Creeped Out
There's no question that a robot changing its own battery resolves the down-time issues that will arise as android workers become more prevalent.
Read MoreWhy Are Automakers Getting Rid Of Dedicated Fog Lights?
More and more automakers are removing dedicated fog lights from their vehicles, prompting drivers to utilize their normal headlights when there's fog.
Read MoreWhy Does Cadillac's Northstar Engine Get Such A Bad Rap?
The Cadillac Northstar V8 has a a pretty negative reputation. It's easy to point at one thing that diminished its reputation, but it is more complicated.
Read MoreYes, Some Tractor Tires Really Are Filled With Beet Juice: Here's Why
Out in the fields, farmers are consuming beet juice by the gallon, but they're not guzzling it — they're putting it in the tires of their tractors.
Read MoreHyundai Turned An Ioniq 9 Into A Mobile Seed Bomb Drone Station
The Seed Ball Drone Station will drive into forests that have just suffered a wildfire and then deploy drones to reseed hard to access areas.
Read MoreThis Is The Oldest Engine Still Being Produced Today
Determining which engine still in production is currently the oldest is no easy fact to discover because of the wide variety of engines. But we figured it out.
Read MoreHere's What Might Be Causing Oil In Your Engine Air Filter
Every once in a while drivers might find oil in their engine's air filter, which is typically not where oil should be found. Here's the common culprit.
Read MoreLucid's Level 2 Hands-Free Driver Assist Is Finally Coming This Month
Lucid Air owners with the DreamDrive Pro system will gain hands-free driving and automatic lane changes on July 30th via an over-the-air update.
Read MoreSwiss Startup Says It Can Make Gasoline Out Of Sunlight And CO2
For now, solar gasoline is more science fair than Shell station. But if it ever scales, it could let us have our horsepower and burn it too.
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Tesla (14)
Tesla's S3XY Era Is Coming To A Close As It Stops Taking New Orders For Model S And Model X In Europe
Tesla stopped taking new orders for the Model S and Model X in Europe, forcing anyone looking to buy one to pick from preexisting inventory while supplies last.
Read MoreTesla Cybertruck Suspension Explodes In Owner's Driveway, Forum User Claims
According to Tesla Owners Online user DeanS, their Cybertruck was parked in the driveway when they heard "a shotgun-like bang."
Read MoreWatch A Cybertruck Dangle In Mid-Air Thanks To Tesla Repair Glue
The only thing hold up the $100,000 truck was a two-and-a-half-inch patch of Tesla structural adhesive between the crane's hook and the 6,600-pound vehicle.
Read MoreTesla Faces 30-Day Stop-Sale In California If Lawsuit Doesn't Go Its Way
Tesla could be in big trouble in its most important market if a lawsuit brought by the state of California doesn't go its way.
Read MoreElon Musk Confirms Tesla's New Cheap Car Will Just Be A Stripped Down Model Y
No word on what the new Model Y will (or, rather, won't) feature.
Read MoreElon Musk Loses $12 Billion In Wealth Overnight As Tesla Bets Future On Robotaxis
Of all of Elon Musk's pie in the sky promises, this one rings the most hollow.
Read MoreThe Tesla Diner's Menu Is As Overpriced, Under-Thought, And Full Of Dated Memes As The Cars
So let's take a look through the menu and see what we're working with.
Read MoreThe Model Y's Towing Capacity Isn't Bad, But Tesla's Software Makes Things Complicated
EVs can tow just like gas cars, but there are some caveats if you're a Tesla owner looking to hitch up a trailer.
Read MoreTesla Registrations Have Completely Tanked In Canada
EV sales in Canada have struggled in 2025, but Tesla has fared worse than rivals.
Read MoreTesla Delaying Its Annual Shareholder Meeting Until November Is Totally Normal, Nothing To See Here, Go On With Your Day
This four-month delay is going to raise all manner of questions about what the heck is going on with Elon Musk's empire.
Read MoreAfter Spouting Racism And Antisemitism, Elon Musk's Chatbot Is Headed To Tesla Vehicles
Days after X had to delete offensive posts by its pet AI, Grok, Elon Musk has promised the tech is coming to Tesla's EVs.
Read MoreTesla Short Sellers Rake In $1.4 Billion As Elon Musk's Feud With Trump Tanks Stock
Tesla's market volatility after Elon Musk picked another fight with Trump has seen short-sellers make a tidy profit this week.
Read MoreArbitrations Forged Against Tesla Begin To Prosper
An attorney out of Washington took Tesla to arbitration over FSD access in his then newly purchased 2021 Tesla Model Y.
Read MoreTesla's First Driverless Delivery Ends In A Fire Lane
The monumental finale fell flat as the electric SUV came to a stop along a curb painted bright red with lettering that read "No Parking, Fire Lane."
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The Morning Shift (20)
Ford Made $50.2 Billion Last Quarter, But Tariffs And Rampant Recalls Are Eating Its Lunch
It's tough times if you're trying to sell new cars, whether you're targeting the mass market or trying to shift exotics.
Read MoreEPA To Reverse Finding That Greenhouse Gases Are Bad For Humans
We're looking at the EPA's new ruling in the face of all science, as well as how Porsche and Aston Martin are responding to tariffs.
Read MoreTrump's Tariffs Will Cost Stellantis $1.4 Billion In The Second Half Of This Year
Stellantis prepares to take a massive hit on tariffs in the second half of 2025, Union Pacific just closed a mega-deal to buy Norfolk and more.
Read MoreEuropean Cars Are Back On The Menu, But Prices Will Rise
We're looking at the U.S.'s shiny new trade deal with the EU, as well as how our tariffs have driven poverty among now-former Canadian auto workers.
Read MoreTrump's Tariffs Just Cost Volkswagen $1.5 Billion
Volkswagens grapples with a massive tariff hit, Kia looks to take advantage of the situation President Trump created, Tesla faces another setback in Europe.
Read MoreTesla's Earnings Call Was Dire
We're looking at Tesla's ever-worsening earnings calls, as well as Hyundai's tariff hit.
Read MoreGet Ready For Pricier Japanese Cars
We're looking at the new tariffs on Japan, as well as Europe's hopes for similar treatment.
Read MoreGM Lost $1.1 Billion To Tariffs Last Quarter
Hard to believe that tariff policies promising to protect American businesses might, in fact, have backfired spectacularly on them.
Read MorePorsche's Rough Year Means It Needs To Find Ways To Save Money
Porsche has to find a way to save money, Jaguar-Land Rover delays key upcoming electric vehicles, and more.
Read MoreIt's Open Season On Fuel Economy
We're looking at our new Wild West for emissions regulation, as well as Volvo's scaled-back U.S. offerings.
Read MoreGM Wants To Sell You Gas Guzzlers
GM is swapping its EV production capacity for pickup trucks and SUVs, and Ford is announcing new passenger cars, just not for the United States.
Read MoreThe Rest Of The World Leaves North America Behind When It Comes To EV Sales
In this morning's edition, we're looking at how North America's EV sales are fairing versus the rest of the world, and how badly tariffs are hurting Volvo.
Read MoreTrump Says 30% Tariff Is Coming To European, Mexican-Made Cars On August 1
Get ready for a fresh round of price shuffling.
Read MoreFord Just Broke The Annual Safety Recall Record And It's Only July
Ford sets unwelcome records, Polestar struggles with camera fixes, and Tesla's robotaxi rollout may not be as smooth as Elon Musk promised.
Read MoreElon Musk Has His Tesla Robotaxi Sights Set On San Francisco
Self-driving Model Y's, self-rolling Rams, and altogether-halted Nissan production. It's all happening in The Morning Shift.
Read MoreTrump's Tariffs Are Delayed, But Still A Threat
We're looking at the current state of Trump's import tariffs, as well as Toyota's best hope to combat the taxes.
Read MoreMusk's Antics Finally Hit Tesla's Stock
We're looking at how Elon Musk's new political party is affecting Tesla, as well as the latest updates on tariff talks between the EU and the United States.
Read MoreTesla Sales Keep Falling As Its Stock Keeps Rising
We're looking at the divergence between Tesla's sales and share price, as well as gazing down the barrel at the return of "reciprocal tariffs."
Read MoreVehicle Sales Are Up, But The Good Times May Be Over Soon
In this morning's edition, we're checking in on sales reports for the second quarter and where things could be heading.
Read MoreElon Musk Is At It Again
We're looking at Elon Musk's latest Twitter spat with Trump, as well as what's happening to Musk's car company while he's busy having Twitter spats with Trump.
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Toyota (2)
The Brand With The Highest Owner Loyalty Might Not Be Toyota Or Subaru
Toyota and Subaru might be the best known mainstream car brands, but brands from Ford to Mercedes-Benz can all make their cases for customer loyalty.
Read MoreHow Much Weight Can The Toyota 4Runner Tow (And Is The Hybrid Best)?
The all-new 2025 Toyota 4Runner is a big upgrade from its predecessor. But how much weight can it tow? And is the hybrid version better for towing?
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Trainlopnik (2)
China's New Maglev Trains Are Faster Than Planes
If this new maglev tech that China is developing pans out, it ought to be moving at anywhere from two to three times the fastest trains in the world today.
Read MoreAmerica's Deadliest Train Is Deadlier Than We Thought
A year-long investigation by the Miami Herald and WLRN found that Brightline trains have killed 182 people since testing began in 2017.
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Transportation (1)
Stephen Miller Says Immigrants Make Traffic Worse, But Of Course Stephen Miller Is Wrong
It doesn't take long to refute Miller's argument, such as it is, and to discover a few inconvenient truths.
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Trucks (2)
Why American Semi Trucks Usually Have Long Noses (But European Trucks Are Flat)
There are lots of reasons why American semi trucks look different than European ones. They add up to a different trucking culture between the continents.
Read MoreThere's A Good Reason Semi Trucks Don't Use V8s
Ever wondered why the biggest trucks on the road rarely run a V8 engine anymore? Turns out there's quite a few reasons why.
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Volkswagen (2)
Shocking: Volkswagen Delays Cupra's U.S. Entrance
We're still years away from Volkswagen's initial plans to bring Spain's Cupra to the U.S. by the end of the 2020s, but it's already being delayed.
Read MoreVolkswagen ID 3 Keeps 91% Of Its Battery Capacity After 100,000 Miles
Volkswagen's RWD electric version of the Golf hatchback, the ID 3, aced its exam when it was put through its paces by German roadside assistance company ADAC.
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Wrenching (48)
Volkswagen ID Buzz Cabin Air Filter Replacement Basically Requires Disassembling The Whole Front End
This process is infuriatingly overcomplicated, and it leaves massive margins for error.
Read MoreHow Do Exhaust Brakes Work On A Diesel Engine?
Not all braking systems on semis have to be loud to be effective. Exhaust brakes make a fraction of the noise that compression brakes do, here's how they work.
Read MoreWant To Add Solar Power To Your RV? Here's What You Should Know First
Adding solar power to your RV frees you up from hookups and opens up a whole new world of possibilities. Here's what you need to know before you invest.
Read MoreDo You Need To Bleed Brakes After Changing Pads?
After you change your brake pads, do you need to bleed the brakes? The answer's less straightforward than you may think. Here's how to know what to do.
Read MoreDiesel Oil Vs. Gasoline Oil: What's The Difference?
If YouTubers can put diesel oil in an old classic car, why can't you? Let's take a look at why these two formulas are different and why they shouldn't be mixed.
Read MoreAre Porsche's PSCB Brakes Just A Compromise Or A Clever Middle Ground?
Porsche's Surface Coated Brakes are the middle child with a tungsten-carbide twist.
Read MoreHow To Read The Oil Level On A Dipstick Correctly, And The 3 Big Reasons It Might Be Dropping Fast
Unsure of what you're looking for when you pull the dipstick out of your engine? Worried about oil consumption? Here's our guide to monitoring oil levels.
Read MoreWhat's Oil Stop Leak Meant To Do, And What Should You Know Before You Try It?
Does oil stop leak really work the way it sounds? Are there are any risks associated with it? Let's take a look at how it works and when to use it.
Read MoreHow DPF Regens Work, And What Happens If You Interrupt Them
The diesel particulate filter is hardy, but it's not invulnerable. Here's how it gets clogged, how to regenerate it, and what can go sideways in the process.
Read MoreDo Turbo Engines Need More Frequent Oil Changes?
Turbo engines provide an extra shot of power that actually makes it possible for them to aid in fuel efficiency. Do they also need their oil changed more often?
Read MoreHere's What Those Colored Markings Mean Under Your New Car's Hood
The colored markings in a new car's engine bay aren't there for show. Some actually convey information that you (and your mechanic) ignore at your peril.
Read MoreWhat's The Point Of An Oil Extractor Pump, And Should You Add One To Your Garage?
An oil extractor pump might seem like a big investment for a DIY mechanic, but it's a straightforward machine that works exactly as advertised.
Read MoreIf You See Bubbles On An Oil Dipstick, This Is What It Could Mean
If you've ever pulled out your dipstick only to find bubbles mixed in with your oil, you're not alone. Let's take a look at whether you should be concerned.
Read MoreHow To Know Your Car Has A Bad Ignition Coil (And How Much Does A Replacement Cost?)
Spark plugs have a pretty predictable life cycle, but ignition coils can be harder to track. Here's how to tell if an ignition coil is on its way out.
Read MoreSemi‑Synthetic Vs. Full Synthetic Oil: What's The Difference?
Semi-synthetic oil and full synthetic oil share some key characteristics, but they are not the same and knowing the difference between them can be critical.
Read MoreWhat Is Top Tier Gasoline And What Additives Are In It?
Top Ties gasoline was the result of several automakers coming together to provide a fuel standard that improved engine longevity. So what is it, exactly?
Read MoreCan You Clean And Reuse Old Spark Plugs?
Let's say you've just removed an old spark plug. Does it have any life left in it? Can it be reused if it is cleaned properly? Let's take a closer look.
Read MoreDon't Listen To YouTube, Your Project Car Doesn't Have To Be A Mad Science Project
I'm here to tell you that you don't have to drive a K-swapped Ferrari 308 to be cool. Whatever you've got can be cool, too.
Read MoreThis Muffler-Free Volkswagen Phaeton W12 Sounds So Good It Might Convince You It's Worth The Bankruptcy Risk
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Read MoreDoes It Matter Which Battery You Jump Start On A Diesel Engine?
Opening up the hood of your new diesel truck to find two batteries staring back at you can be a surprise. So which one do you hook up to if you need a jump?
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Oil filters, like other car parts, come in all sorts of sizes. What happens if you use the wrong size filter? And how can you avoid making this mistake?
Read MoreWhat Is Lugging Your Engine (And Why Is It So Bad)?
You may not know the term engine lugging, but if you've ever driven a manual there's a good chance you've experienced it. Here's what you should look out for.
Read MoreIs That Fluid Leak Under Your Car A Problem? Here's How To Tell
Finding a leak coming from under your car can be unsettling, but how serious is it? You can't always trust the color, so we've put together a guide for you.
Read MoreRepairing Your Tire Could Void Its Speed Rating
Your speed-rated tires are expensive, so naturally if there's a leak, you'd want to fix them. But be careful: those repairs may destroy the tire's speed rating.
Read MoreDo Suspension Air Bags Increase Towing Capacity?
If you're not happy with your truck's maximum towing capacity and you're looking for an easy way to bump it up, I've got some bad news.
Read MoreDry Sump Vs. Wet Sump Oil System: What's The Difference?
How does a dry sump systems support your engine differently than a wet sump system? Let's take a look at the mechanics behind both and when they're used.
Read MoreHow To Properly Flush A Gas Tank
If you think there are contaminants in your gas tank, then doing a flush may be necessary. If you want to do it yourself, here's what you need to know.
Read MoreYou Just Put Gasoline In Your Diesel, Now What?
If you accidentally put gasoline in your diesel vehicle, it's important to take action right away. Here are the first things you need to do.
Read MoreFord's EcoBoost Engines Don't Demand Premium Gas, But You Might Want To Use It Anyway
Many configurations of the popular Ford EcoBoost engines run just fine on standard gas, but it turns out that you might see a performance with premium.
Read MoreWhy Were Subaru Diesel Engines Never Sold In The US?
Diesel enthusiasts might wonder why Subaru skipped the North American markets when they built a diesel version of its Boxer engine — here's what we found out.
Read MoreHow To Read The Dots On Your Oil Dipstick (And What You Might Be Doing Wrong)
While reading an oil dipstick is pretty straightforward once you know what to look for, there a couple easy mistakes that can give you bad information.
Read MoreWhat Causes An Engine Block To Crack?
A crack in your engine block is a pretty intimidating problem. Here's how they happen, what you can do to fix it, and how to avoid the issue in the first place.
Read MoreHow Much Does The Average Oil Change Cost? (And How Much Can You Save Doing It Yourself?)
Oil is the lifeblood of a vehicle engine, and it's vital to change it on schedule. Here's the cost comparison of doing it yourself and going to a shop.
Read MoreWhat Is AdBlue Fluid And Do All Diesel Vehicles Need It?
You've surely heard of brake fluid, fuel, and lots of other liquids needed to run a diesel vehicle. But what's AdBlue fluid? And do all diesel vehicles need it?
Read MoreHere's How To Bleed Your Car's Brakes By Yourself
Bleeding your car's brakes is vital for maintaining their performance so you are safe on the road. If you want to do it yourself, follow these steps.
Read MoreYou Don't Need To Be A Mechanic To Outsmart Your Check Engine Light
When the dreaded "Check Engine" light flashes, clever drivers pull out an OBDII scanner to see what's up.
Read MoreWhat Is Variable Valve Timing, And How Does It Work?
You have likely heard of variable valve timing by one of the names manufacturers have for the system, such as VVT-i or VTEC. So what is it and what does it do?
Read MoreHere's How You'll Know If Your Radiator Needs To Be Flushed
How will you know if your vehicle's radiator needs to be flushed? There are lots of telltale signs ... and woe to the driver who ignores them.
Read MoreHow To Fix Curb Rash On Black Rims
Not only is it annoying to get curb rash on your black rims, but buying new ones is expensive. Instead, here's how you can fix it on your own.
Read MoreCan Classic Cars Use Synthetic Motor Oil?
Synthetic motor oil has been around for longer than you might expect, but most classic cars were designed to run with standard motor oil. Can you use either?
Read MoreWhat A Bad Starter Sounds Like (And Why They Fail)
There are usually a few clues that will let you know when a starter is about to fail — here's what you need to listen for to avoid an unwelcome surprise.
Read MoreCybertruck Tailgates Are Getting Stuck, And Tesla's Instructions Are Ominously Fiddly
Cybertrucks have had plenty of time in the spotlight, but now owners are reporting their tailgates getting stuck and the owner's manual isn't a big help.
Read MoreBody Lift Vs. Suspension Lift: What's The Difference Between These Two Truck Mods?
What's the difference between a body lift and a suspension lift? Let's take a look at how each works and how they change the driving dynamics of your vehicle.
Read MoreWhy Smokey Nagata's V12 Supra Is A Tuner's Dream Car
The Toyota Supra is an iconic sports car, but this one made by Smokey Nagata and his team is a tuner's dream. Oh, and it has a V12 under the hood.
Read MoreDoes Costco's Kirkland Signature Motor Oil Pass The Same Tests As Other Brands?
Costco sells house-brand motor oil under the Kirkland Signature label it uses for many other products. Does this oil pass the same tests other motor oils do?
Read MoreThe Biggest Pros And Cons Of Porting Your Cylinder Heads
Porting your vehicle's cylinder heads should bring it significant improvements. But along with this practice's benefits come major concerns.
Read MoreWhere Are The Strongest And Weakest Jack Points Under Your Car?
Getting a flat tire and having to change it is never fun, but safety is crucial. Before starting, here are the strongest and weakest jack points.
Read MoreNew Hampshire Votes To Eliminate Annual Car Inspections
A last-minute addition to New Hampshire's 2026 budget bill included a provision to eliminate mandatory vehicle safety inspections as of January 31, 2026.
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