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Advice (21)

• The Tough Questions To Ask When Deciding Whether To Repair Or Replace Your Car

  Many drivers might want to keep their car going for as long as possible. But at some point, they'll need to face their fears and go for a full replacement.

  By Marko Mikulic Read More

• I Need Something Small, Stylish And Roomy Enough For Three Kids! What Car Should I Buy?

  Michael lives in New Jersey and really likes his small cars, but he is finding it hard to cram 3 kids into his Fiat 500. For $50,000, what car should he buy?

  By Tom McParland Read More

• Here's How Much A 2020 BMW M4 Has Depreciated In 5 Years

  BMW's M4 models have plenty of great features, but they can also be quite costly. If you want a used model from 2020, here's what you can expect to pay.

  By Eugene Buono Read More

• How Realistic Is The 20/4/10 Rule For Buying A New Car In 2026?

  The 20/4/10 Rule suggests you make a 20% down payment, take a four-year loan, and keep total car costs under 10% of your income. But does it even apply in 2026?

  By Dave Goldberg Read More

• Here's How Much A 2021 Chevy Camaro Has Depreciated In 5 Years

  Getting a used 2021 Chevrolet Camaro can seem like a worthwhile investment. But how well was it able to hold onto its value after five years?

  By Dave Goldberg Read More

• It's Just Me And The Dog, I Want Something Fun To Drive! What Should I Buy?

  Geoff can finally afford a nicer ride and wants something enjoyable and comfortable enough for the pup. With a budget up to $40,000 what car should he buy?

  By Tom McParland Read More

• These Are The 5 Cheapest New Cars Consumer Reports Actually Recommends Buying In 2026

  Our friends at Consumer Reports recently analyzed actual transaction data provided by TrueCar to find the cars it recommends with the lowest transaction prices.

  By Collin Woodard Read More

• Consider These Pros And Cons Before Buying A German Car

  Audi, Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, and BMW all got their start in Germany. Consider these pros and cons before checking out one of their cars.

  By Charles Krome Read More

• The Most Satisfying Tire Brand Isn't Goodyear, According To Consumer Reports

  Goodyear is an exceptionally popular tire brand, but the Consumer Reports rankings put two other tire brands above it consistently in multiple areas.

  By Charles Krome Read More

• Which RV Brands Hold Their Value The Best

  The RV industry is generally known for poor build quality, but RVs are a substantial investment, so you may want to know which brands hold their value best.

  By Charles Krome Read More

• These Are The Car Batteries Consumer Reports Rates The Lowest

  Consumer Reports tests batteries for life, reserve capacity, and cold performance. Some batteries perform admirably, but these five aren't up to snuff.

  By Chad Kirchner Read More

• Are Cheap Tire Pressure Gauges Accurate Enough To Trust?

  It might be tempting to go for cheaper tire pressure gauges. But how accurate are these low-cost measurement tools, and what are their risks?

  By Ron King Read More

• Tips To Negotiate The Best Deal Possible On A New Car

  Trying to get a new car today can cost an average of $50,000. Try using these tips with dealers before spending too much on your new vehicle.

  By Tom McParland Read More

• I Want To Buy A Manual Before I Can't Anymore! What Car Should I Buy?

  This week's car shopper wants to fulfill his stick shift dreams before practicality takes priority. But which manual stirs things most effectively?

  By Tom McParland Read More

• How Reliable Is The 2nd Gen Nissan Leaf? Here's What Consumer Reports Says

  The Nissan Leaf's third generation has begun to roll out, but some second-gen owners might wonder if their current model is reliable enough to last.

  By Charles Krome Read More

• Here's How Much A 2020 Mazda3 Has Depreciated After 5 Years

  The Mazda3 is a practical, entry-level compact car, with lots of premium touches. But after five years, you may be curious how its value has held up.

  By Monday Goma Read More

• How Well Do Rivians Hold Their Value?

  Rivian is a fairly new car manufacturer focused around electric vehicles. Considering that newness, some might wonder how well its models can hold their value.

  By Monday Goma Read More

• We Have A Kiddo On The Way And Can't Borrow Cars Forever! What Should We Buy?

  Cami and her husband are expecting their first child and are looking for a family crossover for under $40,000. What car should they buy?

  By Tom McParland Read More

• Is Buying A Cheap Old Mercedes-AMG As Financially Unwise As It Sounds?

  Mercedes-AMGs may have reputations as monetary black holes, but is that reputation justified? Are there cars you can choose that actually are great deals?

  By Paul Stadden Read More

• Consumer Reports Is Warning Car Buyers To Think Long And Hard Before Shopping These Automakers

  Consumer Reports ranks vehicles on a number of factors, including reliability and performance. Based on these factors, certain brands received terrible scores.

  By Charles Krome Read More

• Here's How Much An Alfa Romeo 4C Has Depreciated In 5 Years

  The Alfa Romeo 4C was a unique car, but its sales were never particularly strong. Can you get one for a steal, 5 years after it was discontinued?

  By Chad Kirchner Read More

Audi (1)

• Audi Aims To Be F1 Title Contenders By 2030

  Five-year plans aren't uncommon for F1 teams. However, they rarely ever succeed.

  By Ryan Erik King Read More

Beyond Cars (1)

• Mansory Ruins Snowmobiles Now, Too

  Are you an aspiring Bond villain with an obscene amount of money that's only exceeded by your terrible taste? We've got the snowmobile for you.

  By Collin Woodard Read More

BMW (4)

• Electric BMW M3 (And Other BMW M EVs) Will Have Four Electric Motors, Simulated Gear Shifts And Natural Fibers

  BMW's M division embracing electrification was always going to be controversial with fans, but the new M3 EV is shaping up to be something seriously quick.

  By Daniel Golson Read More

• BMW's Quad-Turbo Diesel Was Too Complicated (And Expensive) To Survive

  BMW began production of a quad-turbo diesel engine in 2016. Unfortunately, it ended production due to complicated engineering and its massive cost.

  By Rohaan Sakrani Read More

• What Makes BMW's S58 Straight-6 Powertrain So Popular?

  BMW is known for its excellent straight-six engines, including the relatively new S58. Here's what makes the S58, in particular, so popular and powerful.

  By Kiran Menon Read More

• Here's How Much A 2020 BMW M2 Has Depreciated In 5 Years

  BMWs don't have the best reputation when it comes to retaining value, but is the 2020 BMW M2 an exception? We looked at data from CarEdge and KBB to find out.

  By Nishant Jayaram Read More

Boatlopnik (5)

• Man Spends 200 Days Building Solar-Powered Yacht That Can Travel Forever Without Fuel

  After a few months on the water, it's safe to say this boat is functional, and according to Lukas, it has infinite range.

  By Brad Brownell Read More

• The Massive Engines That Made The SS United States The Fastest Ocean Liner In History

  The SS United States is the fastest ocean liner in the world, but what kind of mighty powerplants gave the huge ship such immense grunt?

  By Chloe Clougher Read More

• Larry Ellison Had To Change The Name Of One Of His Yachts After Finding Out It Spelled 'I'm A Nazi' Backward

  Don't you just hate it when that happens?

  By Collin Woodard Read More

• Former U.S. Navy Sailor Sentenced To 16 Years In Prison For Selling Ship Info To China For Just $12,000

  How much money would it take for you to hand over military secrets to a foreign country?

  By Ryan Erik King Read More

• Marine Vs Automotive Engines: The Main Differences

  Think engines are all much the same? Think again. We dive into the differences between the marine motors in boats and the powerplants used in cars.

  By Paul Stadden Read More

Brands (4)

• 8 Cars More Reliable Than A Toyota Camry

  The Toyota Camry is very dependable, but some cars are even more durable, according to reliability statistics from Consumer Reports and J.D. Power.

  By Michael Sullivan Read More

• The Semi Truck Brands Owned By Traton (And How It Acquired Them)

  Traton owns four different brands that focus around the manufacturing of semi trucks. What are those brands, and how did Traton manage to acquire them?

  By Charles Krome Read More

• 5 Sedans With Better 0-60 Than The Charger Scat Pack

  The 2026 Dodge Charger Scat Pack four-door model is ridiculously fast, especially for a sedan. However, these luxury sedans are even faster.

  By Dave Goldberg Read More

• Here's How Much A 2020 Mazda CX-3 Has Depreciated In 5 Years

  If you're in the market for a used SUV, a 2020 Mazda CX-3 could be a great option. Here's how much these models have depreciated in the last 5 years.

  By Dave Goldberg Read More

Buying (5)

• GM Really Did Transform Car Buying At Saturn Dealers: Here's How

  Saturn may have died out in 2010, but the brand's alternative way of doing things left a lasting impression. Was the no-haggling approach ahead of its time?

  By Kiran Menon Read More

• The Mazda CX-30's Sales Decline Had Nothing To Do With Its Popularity

  Mazda decided to scale back production of the CX-30 because it's built in Mexico and thus subject to Trump's tariffs.

  By Justin Hughes Read More

• November's EV Registrations Were Cut In Half Thanks To The EV Tax Credit's Death

  Just 56,072 EVs were registered in the U.S. in November, a 49% drop from a year earlier, and electric vehicles' share of the market dropped 3.7% to just 4.6%.

  By Andy Kalmowitz Read More

• These Are The Best SUVs Under $40,000, According To Edmunds

  If you're looking for a quality SUV that doesn't break the bank, here are 10 of the best options under $40,000, according to Edmunds.

  By Max Larsen Read More

• More Than 20% Of New Car Loans Were Over $1,000 Per Month At The End Of 2025

  If more buyers stop being able to pay these loans back, which is happening at an alarming rate, we might be looking at a Housing Crisis II: This Time It's Cars.

  By Andy Kalmowitz Read More

Car Design (37)

• Why Does GM Keep Reusing Engine Codes?

  Many GM engines share similar RPO codes; multiple different blocks are known as LS6 or LT1. But there's actually a reason as to why that is.

  By Paul Stadden Read More

• Battle Of The Ignored Engines, The Chrysler 383 Vs The Ford 390 FE

  These two engines were once considered pretty nondescript, but now they're desirable classics. But which of these zero-to-hero mills is best?

  By Paul Stadden Read More

• What Is The Difference Between The Dodge Charger's 8HP70 And 8HP90 Transmissions?

  You can easily find the automatic 8HP70 and 8HP90 transmissions in Dodge Chargers today, but there are a few differences between them beyond their names.

  By Ron King Read More

• 'Not The Best Experience' Audi's Design Director Isn't A Fan Of Big Screens

  Audi's recent concepts may preview a big change in dashboard direction coming.

  By Andy Kalmowitz Read More

• Long Vs. Short Wheelbase: How Each Changes Vehicle Handling

  It may seem trivial, but a car's wheelbase, or the distance between its front and rear wheels, plays a large role in how it handles. Here's what to know.

  By Shane Schmid Read More

• Steel Vs. Aluminum Hoods: What Each Material Does Best (And Worst)

  While steel was the traditional material used for car hoods, aluminum is becoming more popular. Here's how both metals compare and the pros and cons of each.

  By Marko Mikulic Read More

• What's The Difference Between The 700R4 And 4L60E Transmissions?

  The General Motors 700R4 and 4L60E transmissions have some key differences in their design. You can use those differences to tell which transmission you have.

  By Ron King Read More

• How The Chevy Stovebolt Got Its Name And What Made It So Special

  Gear-heads might be familiar with the "Stovebolt" engine's name, but how did it get that moniker? And what made the engine so special to enthusiasts?

  By Rohaan Sakrani Read More

• What's The Biggest Difference Between Ford's Coyote And GM's LS Engines?

  Ford's Coyote and GM's LS engines are still offered today for anyone interested in performing a swap. But they have some big differences in power and design.

  By Ron King Read More

• How Did Chevy's 3.0L Diesel Compare To Ford's 3.0L Diesel Truck Engine?

  Chevy and Ford have both produced 3.0L diesel engines, but they have some noteworthy differences. Here's how the two engines compare to each other.

  By Ron King Read More

• The Risk With Leaving Your Windshield Wipers Up In The Snow

  As with all things, both sides of this debate have their argument ammunition.

  By Brad Brownell Read More

• Bugatti F.K.P. Hommage One-Off Imagines The Veyron Facelift That Never Happened

  Based on the Chiron Super Sport's chassis, the F.K.P. Hommage celebrates the Veyron's 20th anniversary, and the sunsetting of the W16 engine.

  By Daniel Golson Read More

• Why GM's Cross-Fire Engines Earned The Nickname Cease-Fire

  The Cross-Fire engine used by GM in the early 1980s didn't get the best reputation. Here's why some critics have given it the nickname "Cease-Fire."

  By Ron King Read More

• The Difference Between Cast And Forged Cranks – And How To Tell Them Apart

  You'll find that most cars out in the wild use either cast crankshafts or forged crankshafts. If you don't know which one your car has, here's how you can tell.

  By Paul Stadden Read More

• Look At The Goofy Wings On Bugatti's Prototype Veyrons

  The cobbled-together prototypes and goofy the rear wings are a far cry from the beautifully machined arms of the final thing.

  By Daniel Golson Read More

• White Was Still The Most Popular Car Color In 2025, But Green Is Making A Comeback

  It's no secret that the landscape of automotive paint colors is really damn boring, and has been for years.

  By Daniel Golson Read More

• MacPherson Struts Vs. Double Wishbone: How Do The Suspension Designs Compare?

  Suspension designs come in many shapes and sizes, but MacPherson struts and double wishbones are among the most common. What are their biggest differences?

  By Alvin Reyes Read More

• Bentley Is 3D-Printing Platinum Now, Too

  Those platinum bits aren't Bentley's only "first" for this Batur.

  By Daniel Golson Read More

• Ford 3.5 EcoBoost Vs. Toyota 3.5 V6: How Do The Twin Turbo Engines Compare?

  It might seem like there isn't much to compare between the Ford 3.5 EcoBoost and the Toyota 3.5 V6 engines. But they have some notable differences in power.

  By Monday Goma Read More

• The Physics Of Slip Angle: Why Sliding Actually Makes You Faster

  A 40-degree drift isn't the fastest way around a corner, but deforming your tires and getting the angle just right could make you faster around a track.

  By Shane Schmid Read More

• Not Every Jeep Special Edition Is Worth Writing About, But This One Has Plaid Seats So It Probably Is

  Jeep is rolling out a new Wrangler special edition every month this year.

  By Logan K. Carter Read More

• Mazda's Gram Strategy Is A Pursuit Of Lightness, But How Far Do They Take It?

  There are many benefits to making a car lighter, shedding weight in the pursuit of performance, but Mazda goes further than most brands to achieve lightness.

  By Alvin Reyes Read More

• The Physics That Makes The Lexus LFA's Exhaust Note So Special

  One of the most iconic features of the Lexus LFA is its incredible exhaust note. But the reason that sound exists has to do with the physics of its design.

  By Alvin Reyes Read More

• Planes Use Rivets But Cars Have Welds: Here's Why

  Rivets hold planes together against high stresses thousands of feet off the ground, but they're not used by automakers, who choose welding instead. Here's why.

  By Shane Schmid Read More

• Why Did Corvettes Switch From Fiberglass To SMC Body Materials?

  The first Corvettes were built with fiberglass bodies, and the fiberglass stuck around for two decades. Here's why Chevy switched them to sheet molded compound.

  By Paul Stadden Read More

• What Vortec Means On Chevy Engines

  Chevy has employed a number of engine series over the years, each intended to improve on its predecessors. What does its "Vortec" series signify?

  By Shane Schmid Read More

• Watch This Madman Spend 2 Years Leaf-Swapping A 1962 Mercury Comet

  Even if you have a pretty good idea of what it would take to turn a classic car into a Leaf-powered EV, it's still fun to watch the whole thing come together.

  By Collin Woodard Read More

• Parallel Vs. Sequential Twin Turbo: What's The Difference?

  Twin turbochargers have their pros and cons, and two main setups try to maximize the pros. Here's the difference between parallel and sequential twin turbos.

  By Danillo Almeida Read More

• Kia EV2 Is A Tiny Little SUV With A Wonderfully Strange Design And Thoughtful Packaging

  The EV2 will have up to 278 miles of range in Europe, and it should start at less than €30,000.

  By Daniel Golson Read More

• Why Automakers Switched To Glued-On Windshields Instead Of Gaskets

  For decades, windshields were attached to cars using rubber gaskets. But it turns out that gluing them on has more than one kind of benefit.

  By Shane Schmid Read More

• How To Tell If You Need New Brakes

  There are lots of visual signs, sounds, and changes in driving characteristics that can alert you of the need to service, or in some cases, replace your brakes.

  By Dave Goldberg Read More

• What's The Difference Between 4L60E And 4L65E Transmissions?

  Despite their similar names, there are some notable differences between the 4L60E and 4L65E. These differences come in their appearance and their performance.

  By Ron King Read More

• How Does The 12V Cummins Diesel Compare To The 24V Version?

  The 12V Cummins diesel engine and its 24V version share numerous traits, including displacement. But their differences make the engines quite distinct.

  By Ron King Read More

• The Rare British Roadster That Helped Inspire The Mazda Miata

  The Mazda Miata is a legendary roadster with broad appeal, but inspiration for the design philosophy came from one specific car, more than any other.

  By Chloe Clougher Read More

• 5 Car Window Designs That Dared To Be Different

  While cars today can all look very similar, some older car window designs made some daring choices. Here are five of the most unique windows out there.

  By Chloe Clougher Read More

• These Are The Differences Between The Toyota C-HR And The Subaru Uncharted

  Platform mates like the Subaru Uncharted and the Toyota CH-R share a lot of equipment, but there are a few differences that set them apart.

  By Monday Goma Read More

• Straight Piping Your Car: Pros, Cons, And Should You Do It?

  Taking the stock exhaust system off your car and replacing it with a set of straight pipes could help your car stand out in a crowd, but at what cost?

  By Benjamin Gracias Read More

Chevrolet (18)

• Here's How Much Each Generation Chevy Corvette Would Cost New Today

  The Chevrolet Corvette has eight generations spanning across over 70 years. It might seem expensive today, but older models would cost more with inflation.

  By Frankie Cruz Read More

• Why Does Chevy Make Vehicles In Mexico?

  Chevrolet has been building cars in Mexico since the 1930s, making the country an important part of its global manufacturing strategy. Here's why.

  By Benjamin Gracias Read More

• Which Chevys Led The Pack In 2025, And Which Fell Behind

  Chevrolet has published its sales results for 2025, giving us the chance to find out which models were a hit, and which ones missed the mark.

  By Monday Goma Read More

• GM Gives Poor People 18 Months To Buy The $30,000 Chevy Bolt Before It's Killed Again

  The new Bolt's days are numbered, despite it not even being at dealers yet.

  By Logan K. Carter Read More

• Here's How Much A 2021 Chevy Corvette Has Depreciated In Just 5 Years

  If you bought a C8 Chevrolet Corvette back in 2021, how much would it be worth now? And what would you have to pay to pick up a second-hand one?

  By Monday Goma Read More

• Chevy's Original V8 Story Starts In 1917, Not The 1950s

  The first Chevrolet V8 engine to succeed commercially was the 1955 small block. But it wasn't Chevy's first V8. That came three decades earlier.

  By Rohaan Sakrani Read More

• Which Chevy Vehicles Are Made In Canada?

  Chevrolet is a popular automaker in the United States, but the brand has manufactured plenty of models in Canada. Some are still made there today.

  By Monday Goma Read More

• Every Chevy Corvette Generation, Ranked By Horsepower

  The Chevrolet Corvette has seen its power levels increase dramatically during its eight-generations. Here's every 'Vette generation ranked by horsepower.

  By Max Larsen Read More

• The Difference Between The Corvette Z06 LT6 And ZR1 LT7 V8s

  High-performance Corvettes boasted the LT6 engine in Z06 models and the LT7 engine in ZR1s. Despite their similar names, the engines have some vast differences.

  By Charles Krome Read More

• Will The Camaro Ever Come Back? Here's What We Know

  Rumors of a new Camaro are growing, and with good reason, but Chevy has said nothing. Here's what we know for sure about the brand's future plans.

  By Kiran Menon Read More

• These Chevy Nameplates Made Comebacks As Completely Different Cars

  What's in a name? For Chevrolet, some names are so attractive, it has reused them on completely different cars around the world. Here are seven examples.

  By Danillo Almeida Read More

• Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X Officially Runs The Quarter-Mile Quicker Than The Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170

  according to Chevrolet, the Corvette ZR1X runs the quarter-mile in 8.675 seconds at 159 mph. That's not on racing gas or special tires, either.

  By Collin Woodard Read More

• Before There Was The Callaway Twin-Turbo Corvette, There Was The Duntov Turbo Corvette

  Zora Arkus-Duntov has given a lot to the world of Corvettes, including a turbocharged C3 Corvette that pre-dates the Callaway model we all know and love.

  By Charles Krome Read More

• 10 Of The Rarest Chevy Muscle Cars Ever Made

  Classic Chevrolet muscle cars are immensely popular, but some are also immensely rare. Here are 10 of the hardest models to find out in the wild today.

  By Taylor Ramey Read More

• Which Corvette Had The LS3 V8?

  The Chevrolet Corvette has been on the scene since the early '50s, with engines from the Blue Flame six to the LS3 V8 — here’s which cars got the latter

  By Chloe Clougher Read More

• The Pros And Cons Of The Chevy Corvette's Carbon Fiber Wheels

  A pricey option available on high-performance cars, carbon fiber wheels are now available on the Corvette. But do they change the driving experience at all?

  By Rohaan Sakrani Read More

• Can You Tow With The Corvette?

  Chevy Corvettes are powered by small-block V8s, and so are several Chevy pickup trucks. If a pickup truck is rated to tow, then a Corvette is, too, right?

  By Chad Kirchner Read More

• Chevy's Late-90s Vortec Heads Are A Small Block Secret Weapon

  When it comes to engine building, cylinder heads are of utmost importance. Here's why Chevy's small-block Vortec heads could be worth adding to your project.

  By Kiran Menon Read More

Chevrolet Trucks (1)

• How Did Chevy's 3.0L Diesel Compare To Ram's 3.0L Diesel?

  Chevrolet and Ram each developed a 3.0-liter diesel. While similar in many ways, the engines differ significantly in terms of both design and performance

  By Charles Krome Read More

Concept Cars (1)

• 1,110-HP Genesis X Skorpio Concept Is A V8-Powered Off-Road Coupe That Should Take On Dakar, And Genesis Will Sell You One [Update]

  Genesis has been on a hell of a hot streak with road cars lately, and now it's turning its attention to the sand, and the results seem rather extraordinary.

  By Andy Kalmowitz Read More

Crashes and Safety (24)

• This Is Fine: Drunk Florida Man Attempts To Drive Burning Car With Wife Inside

  This is the precise opposite of how you should handle a car fire.

  By Justin Hughes Read More

• Older Drivers Are More Likely To Make These Dangerous Mistakes

  Reflexes and vision weaken with age, but what does research say about the most common mistakes senior drivers make? It's more complicated than it might seem.

  By Marko Mikulic Read More

• Why Spark Plugs Are So Good At Breaking Windows

  They sell specialized tools that will help you break car windows in an emergency, but you can also use a spark plug to do the job. Here's why it works.

  By Abigail Longstreth Read More

• IIHS Unveils New Whiplash Prevention Test That Simulates Getting Rear-Ended At 30 MPH, Rear Head Restraints Remain Untested

  The IIHS has brought back an old whiplash prevention test, evaluating seats from a few popular small SUVs with even higher speeds than before.

  By Logan K. Carter Read More

• Congress Votes Not To Repeal Mandatory Kill Switch That Isn't Really A Kill Switch

  Putting devices in cars to stop drunk drivers is one step closer to a reality, now that a proposed repeal of funding has failed in congress.

  By Justin Hughes Read More

• Winter Driving Mistakes That Could Get You Into Serious Trouble

  Winter driving can be dangerous, especially if you don't avoid some common mistakes. These are the winter driving errors and habits that could spell doom.

  By B. L. Johnson Read More

• Crashing Out At The Detroit Airport Is Understandable, But Actually Crashing Into It Is Still Inadvisable

  Jalopnik's official position is that you should not crash your car into the airport.

  By Collin Woodard Read More

• These 10 SUVs Have The Most Occupant Fatalities Per Mile

  SUVs tend toward the big and burly, so you'd think they'd all be safe. But the vehicle with the most occupant deaths per mile is an SUV. Here are the 10 worst.

  By Josh West Read More

• New Jersey Passes Law Requiring License, Registration, And Insurance For E-Bikes

  On his last day in office, outgoing Governor Phil Murphy signed the law in response to an increasing number of e-bike crashes and fatalities.

  By Justin Hughes Read More

• 83 Year Old Faces Felony Charges After Causing A 7-Car Crash While Driving 60 MPH Over The Speed Limit

  Wear your seatbelts, folks.

  By Collin Woodard Read More

• 5 Signs Your Timing Is Off (And What It Does To Your Engine)

  Do you have warning lights, misfires, and/or starting trouble? If so, you car's timing belt could be faulty -- it's time to take action.

  By Chloe Clougher Read More

• Why Pumping The Brakes During A Skid Is Outdated (And Dangerous) Advice

  Pumping the brakes was once a solid way to deal with skidding. However, thanks to this modern tech, it's no longer recommended and can actually be dangerous.

  By Ron King Read More

• Nothing Says 'America' Quite Like Getting Run Over In Your Own Home

  Of all the surprising ways to be woken up on the couch, discovering you're suddenly underneath a Camry has to rate pretty high.

  By Collin Woodard Read More

• 5 Bad Driver Habits Guaranteed To Annoy Everyone Else On The Road

  If you want to stop annoying everyone else on the road — and avoid putting yourself and others in danger — you need to drop these five bad driving habits.

  By B. L. Johnson Read More

• CHP Reminds Drivers Of This One Weird Trick To Prevent Car Crashes

  Make sure your shoes have tread on them and make sure your car's tires do, too.

  By Logan K. Carter Read More

• MG 3 Driver's Seat Detached During Crash Test, A First In 29 Years Of Euro NCAP Testing

  Euro NCAP will review its protocols moving forward, because current protocols allow the MG 3 to still earn a four-star rating despite this critical failure.

  By Logan K. Carter Read More

• Why European Traffic Lights Show Red And Yellow At The Same Time

  In the U.S., a yellow light comes up only in between the transition from green to red. That's not the case in several parts of Europe. Here's why.

  By Rohaan Sakrani Read More

• This New Type Of Airbag Prevents Passengers From Hitting Each Other In A Crash

  General Motors introduced the first front-center airbag in its three-row midsize crossovers of 2013.

  By Logan K. Carter Read More

• Congress Proposes 'SAFE Exit Act' To Change Terrible Tesla-Style Door Handles

  Hopefully, the laws will finally catch up to reality.

  By Justin Hughes Read More

• Subaru Settles Buggy EyeSight Lawsuit, And The Plaintiffs Are Only Getting $5,000

  Subaru also promised to provide a warranty extension for any repairs to EyeSight systems, as well as reimbursement for some out-of-pocket expenses.

  By Logan K. Carter Read More

• Mitsubishi Gets New Trial, May Not Owe $1 Billion For Alleged 3000GT Defects

  It's still possible that Mitsubishi could be found liable, but at least it will be held to the proper standards this time.

  By Justin Hughes Read More

• How Old Is Too Old For Your Kid To Use A Car Seat Safely? Here's What Experts Say

  Car seats are meant to keep children safe, but there are upper limits to when your child should be in a car seat. We checked what the experts have to say.

  By Eugene Buono Read More

• Can You Really Get A Ticket For Going 1 MPH Over The Speed Limit?

  You may keep your speeding to just a few mph over the limit, in line with the saying, "9 is fine, 10 you're mine." Can police ticket you anyway for 1 mph over?

  By Rohaan Sakrani Read More

• Breaking A Car Window From The Inside May Be A Lot Harder Than You Think

  If you find your car in floodwaters, you may need to break a window to get out. But car windows are made of hard-to-break glass. Here's how to get around that.

  By Mark Roy Read More

Crime (7)

• Catalytic Converter Theft Is So Passé, Thieves Want Your Radar Sensors Now

  For now, other than parking in a locked garage, using tamper-resistant screws to secure a protective bracket is the best defense against radar sensor theft.

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• Olympic Runner Sha'Carri Richardson Arrested For Driving Too Fast As Life Imitates Sport

  Richardson was caught doing 104 mph just outside Orlando, Florida, which qualified for Florida's new super speeder law.

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• Man Accused Of Stealing Back Cars He Sold On Facebook Has Got This Supply-Demand Thing Figured Out

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• Why A $100 Traffic Ticket In California Can Cost You Nearly $500

  California is a wonderland for car owners set in a tough hellscape of rules and regulations.

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• Manual Transmission Thwarts Thieves' Attempt To Steal A Woman's (Kia) Soul

  We've seen manuals thwart thieves before, but what's unique about this case is that it's not the first time this has happened to her in this car.

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• Blink And You Might Miss This NYE Driver Outrunning Cops At 156 MPH

  That, for many reasons, was very illegal.

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• Utah Bans 'Extreme DUI' Offenders From Buying Alcohol, Cards Everyone

  Utah already has the harshest drunk driving laws in the U.S., and they're about to get even harsher.

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Culture (6)

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  Five-cylinder engines can still be found today, particularly on Audi vehicles, but you won't find many automakers going out of their way to manufacture them.

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• 10 Top-Rated Car Museums To Visit In The US

  There's a very long list of automotive museums in America, but they can't all be the best. Here are 10 car museums that are definitely worth a visit.

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• 5 Of Our Favorite Factory-Offered Graphics Packages

  There's nothing quite like the audacity of a memorable factory graphics package. Here are five of our favorites.

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• How 'One Battle After Another' Shot One Of The Best Car Chase Scenes We've Seen In Years

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• Where Are Rivian EVs Made?

  Rivian bought the former Diamond Star Motors plant in Normal, Illinois.

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• 10 Reliable Volvos That Have Withstood The Test Of Time

  Volvo is known for its safety features and reliability, but these vintage vehicles have a growing cache thanks to impressive pedigree and distinctive design.

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• Auto Shows Are Shrinking, But These Five Events Are Still Worth Your Time

  Auto shows in the United States aren't nearly as large or fantastical as they once were, but there are still several large shows worth checking out.

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• Of All The Cars Kurt Cobain Could Have Owned, He Drove A '65 Dodge Dart

  Kurt Cobain was a huge musical star, but his taste in cars was as humble as his grungy clothes. His 1965 Dodge Dart was just one of his modest rides.

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• The Final Part Of The Epic 10-Movie Fast & Furious Saga (That's Somehow Turned Into 11 Or Maybe 12 Movies Now) Is Officially Coming Out In 2028

  The family is officially getting back together again, with Variety reporting the movie will be titled "Fast Forever" and release on March 17, 2028.

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• Can You Really Use A Switch To Turn On A Supercharger, 'Mad Max' Style?

  "Mad Max" features an iconic car with a supercharger that can be turned on and off. But how well could something like that work in real life?

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• ZZ Top's '33 Ford Eliminator Coupe Showed '80s Kids What Hot Rods Were Supposed To Be

  The iconic 1933 Ford Eliminator featured in select ZZ Top albums has a storied history behind it. Check out how it came to be and what made it possible.

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• Oceans Of NYC Wants To Catalog Every Fisker Ocean In The Five Boroughs

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• This 'Mario Kart World' Speedrun Is The Most Precise Car Control You've Ever Seen

  Video game speedruns are a far cry from racing a car in the real world, but it's amazing to see how precisely a vehicle can be controlled by experts.

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• 10 Famous Celebrities And Their Forgotten First Cars

  Forget the flashy world of celebrity car collectors, and let's look back at 11 diamonds in the rough: the first cars owned by these now-famous celebrities.

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EVs and Hybrids (2)

• California's Love Of EVs Really Has Made Its Air Cleaner, Study Claims

  Using NASA satellite data, researchers studied 1,687 different "ZIP code tabulation areas" and found that EVs contributed to a drop in nitrogen dioxide levels.

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• Why EV Fires Need So Much Water To Put Out (But Gas Cars Don't)

  EV fires don't happen nearly as often as fires from internal combustion engines. But they take a lot of extra effort (and water) to extinguish.

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First Drive (4)

• 2026 Honda Prelude Is Enjoyable To Drive But Feels Underbaked

  The Prelude's hybrid system is efficient but not fast or exciting enough, and its simulated S+ shifts don't make a difference. At least the chassis rules.

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• 2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness Turns The Subaru-Ness Up To 11

  Subaru's redesigned Outback Wilderness is ready to tackle whatever trail you've convinced yourself you're ready to go down.

  By Andy Kalmowitz Read More

• 2026 Kia K4 Hatchback Feels Like An Easy Home Run In An Underserved Segment

  At $30,135 to start, the GT-Line Turbo model is definitely the way to go.

  By Daniel Golson Read More

• Land Moto District ADV Is The End Of The Beginner Bike As We Know It, And I Feel Fine

  The modern hot rod, the modern cafe racer, is the e-bike, and Land Moto understands that.

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Ford (13)

• Ford Recalls Some Engine Block Heaters Which May Short Circuit And Cause Fire, Just In Time For Big Snowstorm

  Ford is unaware of any injuries or deaths related to this recall.

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• Ford Made The Focus For Decades: Here's Why It Disappeared

  The Ford Focus was an immensely popular vehicle for many years, both in the U.S. and abroad. Then, it suddenly disappeared. Here's why Ford discontinued it.

  By Shane Schmid Read More

• What's The Difference Between The Ford Maverick's 2.5-Liter PowerBoost And 2.0-Liter EcoBoost Engines?

  The Ford Maverick offers a 2.0-liter engine and a 2.5-liter engine. They have some especially notable differences beyond their displacements.

  By Chad Kirchner Read More

• 'Never Say Never' Ford Won't Close The Door On Sedans After Leaving The Segment Over Five Years Ago

  Every mainstream automaker is looking for ways to bring prices down; a sedan could be a great way for Ford to do that.

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• Here's How Much A 2020 Ford F-150 Has Depreciated After 5 Years

  A 2020 Ford F-150 could be a solid buy for anyone searching for a used pickup truck. If you're interested, here's how much one has depreciated in 5 years.

  By Dave Goldberg Read More

• Ford Claims 98% Of All US Transits Are Still On The Road, But The Number Is Not The Whole Story

  Ford says 98% of all Transit vans made in the United States are still on the road. While certainly impressive, that figure doesn't tell the whole story.

  By Chloe Clougher Read More

• UAW Stands By Man Flipped Off By Trump: 'Workers Should Never Be Subjected To Vulgar Language' [Update]

  The United Auto Workers union has come out swinging, defending the man Ford suspended after an altercation with President Trump during a factory tour.

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• Why Ford Mustang Fans Are Still Salty The Boss 351 Beat The 429 Cobra Jet In 1971

  The Boss 351 Ford Mustang was quicker than the 429 Cobra Jet version in Motor Trend's tests. But were those tests a fair representation of both cars?

  By Paul Stadden Read More

• What's The Difference Between Ford's C4 And C6 Automatic Transmissions?

  Ford used C4 and C6 automatic transmissions starting in the 1960s. These two transmissions have some notable differences when it comes to their applications.

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• 6.4 Vs. 6.7 Power Stroke: How Do The Diesel Engines Compare?

  Power Stroke Diesel engines provided thrust for Ford Super Duty rigs for decades, but there are some key differences between each of the Power Stroke engines.

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• Ford Made Tractors For Decades. Here's When It Stopped

  Ford is now known for cars, but in its long history it also has made airplanes and, for many decades, tractors. In fact, it pioneered mass tractor production.

  By Charles Krome Read More

• Ford Killed The Edge, But What Was Meant To Come Next Still Doesn't Exist

  If you're looking for a replacement for your beloved Ford Edge SUV, don't expect one soon. Ford has shifted plans away from the Edge's original replacement.

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• The Ford Taurus SHO's 60-Degree V8 Was Brilliant, And Completely Bizarre

  A departure from the more common 90-degree V8, the engine powering Ford's Taurus SHO was a uniquely-made 60-degree V8, with all sorts of quirks.

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• Why Did The Ford Raptor V8 Go Away In 2017?

  Originally, Ford's F-150 Raptor was a capable off-road machine with a V8 engine. But in 2017, Ford decided to turn to a different power plant. Here's why.

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Found For Sale (8)

• You Could Buy This Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio For Less Than The Cost Of A New Honda Civic

  Unfortunately for all of us, I don't and likely never will have $25,000 to gamble on a high-mile Alfa Romeo, but come on. You know you want to.

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• Used Porsche Taycans Are Finally Starting To Show Up For Less Than $40,000

  Sub-$40,000 Taycans do technically exist, which means it's only a matter of time before even more of them start to show up at a similar price point.

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• Bring A Trailer Accidentally Lists An AI-Altered Cadillac For Sale

  AI slop is everywhere these days, and it can be hard to tell what's real, digitally altered, or completely fabricated.

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• You Could Buy A Cool Car On Cars & Bids, Or You Could Buy This Beige, Automatic 2005 Toyota Corolla

  Maybe what you need isn't another Miata or Corvette. Maybe what you really need is a 12,000-mile, beige, 2005 Toyota Corolla with an automatic transmission.

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• BMW Only Built 103 Manual M6 Gran Coupes, So Even In Basic White This One Is Worth Bidding On

  Only 103 M6 Gran Coupes were ever built with a manual transmission. And only in North America.

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• This Pink Honda Acty On Coilovers And Bags Is My Hole, It Was Made For Me

  If there's a better vehicle than this on the face of the planet, I've yet to see it.

  By Amber DaSilva Read More

• This Red Bull Box Truck Probably Isn't Built For Stunts, But There's Only One Way To Be Sure

  I'm not sure what exactly the stunt would be for a Red Bull box truck, but there has to be something.

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• This 25 MPH Gas-Powered Offroad Scooter-Skateboard On Tank Treads Is The Best Worst Vehicle I've Ever Seen

  Do you like skateboarding, but wish you had a way to do it off road?

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Honda (7)

• Here's How Much A 2020 Honda Civic Has Depreciated In 5 Years

  A 2020 Honda Civic could be a solid buy for anyone in the used-car market. For those looking, here's how much one has depreciated in the last 5 years.

  By Charles Krome Read More

• Honda's Base Station Prototype Makes All Other Trailers Look Prehistoric

  Honda wants to make camping more accessible and enjoyable for American families.

  By Logan K. Carter Read More

• You're Going To Hate How Much The 2026 Honda Civic Type R Costs

  It's bleak out there, so go ahead and complain about the Civic's price. It'll feel cathartic to complain about something that is so low stakes.

  By Andy Kalmowitz Read More

• Honda Sold Just 174 Preludes In Its First Full Month On Sale In The U.S. [Update]

  The Honda Prelude occupies a strange place in the automotive market.

  By Andy Kalmowitz Read More

• Sony And Honda's Afeela SUV Prototype Looks Just As Bland As The Sedan (And Will Probably Be Just As Questionably Priced)

  Sony Honda Mobility says the Afeela SUV could go on sale in the U.S. in 2028.

  By Andy Kalmowitz Read More

• Sony Honda Mobility Built The First Production Afeela 1 In Ohio, But At $102,900 Will Anyone Actually Want One?

  How many people will actually buy the expensive EV remains to be seen.

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• How Reliable Is The 2025 Honda Passport? Here's What Consumer Reports Says

  The Honda Passport looks great on paper, but how does its reliability compare to other midsize SUVs? We analyzed data gathered by Consumer Reports to find out.

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Jalopnik Explains (109)

• What Causes Exhaust Manifold Bolts To Break?

  Exhaust manifold bolts help form a seal between the block and the manifold. However, these bolts can fail over time. Here's why that can happen.

  By Shane Schmid Read More

• Why Do Some Harleys Have Whips Hanging From The Handlebars?

  Motorcyclists make lots of customizations to their rides. The whips that sometimes hang from the handlebars may serve both practical and symbolic purposes.

  By Alvin Reyes Read More

• What Are The Symptoms Of Bad Spark Plugs?

  Spark plugs are vital components for gas-powered engines. However, they have a limited lifespan. Here are some common signs that it's time to replace yours.

  By Rohaan Sakrani Read More

• Spark Plug Heat Range: What It Is And Why It Matters

  Spark plugs come in many different types, but they also have many different heat ranges. Here's what that means, as well as why you should care about it.

  By Rohaan Sakrani Read More

• Spark Plugs Vs. Glow Plugs: What're The Differences & How Do They Work?

  Spark plugs help you start gasoline engines and glow plugs do the same in diesel engines. But how do they go about providing that boost? And how do they differ?

  By Charles Krome Read More

• Yes, You Can Paint Your Engine Block's Lifter Valley, It's Fine

  Those who want to fully customize their car might wonder if they can paint their engine block's lifter valley. Are there really no downsides to it?

  By Ron King Read More

• CVT Vs. Automatic Transmission Fluid: What's The Difference

  Although they might share similar purposes, you can't swap or mix CVT fluid and Automatic Transmission Fluid due to their distinct ways of working.

  By Eugene Buono Read More

• Can E15 Gas Damage Your Engine?

  E15 gasoline is a relatively common blend that you may find at your local gas station. However, it's not suitable for every engine. Here's why.

  By Kiran Menon Read More

• 6 Best Car Insurance Companies, According To Consumer Reports

  There are a lot of auto insurance companies out there. Fortunately, Consumer Reports broke down the top-ranked options to help you make your decision.

  By John Brandon Read More

• What's The Quickest Way To Defrost Windows?

  The windows of your car get frosted because of trapped moisture. It's a fairly easy problem to fix, but most people go about defrosting their windows wrong.

  By Rohaan Sakrani Read More

• Seriously, Why Aren't Tires Solid Rubber?

  What's more annoying than getting a flat tire? And since forklifts and farm equipment have airless tires, why don't cars follow suit? There are many reasons.

  By Paul Stadden Read More

• What's The Difference Between A Factory-Installed And An Aftermarket Tow Hitch?

  When comes to tow hitches, you can generally choose between a factory install and an aftermarket part. These are the differences between the two options.

  By Shane Schmid Read More

• This Is The Only State That Doesn't Require Car Insurance

  Auto insurance is a legal requirement in virtually every U.S. state. However, there is one state that doesn't require drivers to purchase a policy.

  By Shane Schmid Read More

• Why Semi Trucks Last So Much Longer Than Cars

  Cars can last for around 200,000 miles, and many can reach above 300,000. But semi trucks can consistently cross over 1,000,000 miles without breaking down.

  By Shane Schmid Read More

• What Causes Brakes To Overheat (And What To Do When It Happens)

  Overheating brakes can be a recipe for disaster. Here's what causes this problem and what to do if you ever experience it yourself.

  By Alvin Reyes Read More

• Why Are Car Makers Getting Rid Of AM Radio?

  The humble AM radio has been a permanent fixture in cars for decades, so why are carmakers now trying to remove them from your dashboard?

  By Abigail Longstreth Read More

• Here's What Contaminated Diesel Fuel Can Do To Your Engine

  Diesel engines are notoriously robust, but if the fuel they run on gets contaminated, the engine can suddenly become much less reliable than usual.

  By Alvin Reyes Read More

• Do Police Cars Really Get Better Engines?

  Many people believe that police vehicles have more powerful engines than civilian cars. However, is that actually true? Here's what you need to know.

  By Kiran Menon Read More

• Why Some Engines Have 2 Thermostats

  A thermostat is an essential component of an automotive engine cooling system. While most cars have one, some have two thermostats. Here's why.

  By Eugene Buono Read More

• Stop Using Conditioner On Your Leather Car Seats. Use This Instead

  While older cars with leather seats may benefit from a leather conditioner, using these products can cause damage in newer vehicles. Here's what to use instead.

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• The Potential Power Savings Of Expensive LED Traffic Lights May Be Worth It

  Many cities are replacing their incandescent traffic lights with LEDs, despite the higher initial cost. Here's why that's actually a good idea.

  By Rohaan Sakrani Read More

• Could Sports Mode Be Your Secret Weapon For Better MPG? It's Complicated

  We all know Sport mode prioritizes performance, but does it always hurt your MPG? Believe it or not, in some situations, it might actually help save gas.

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• Parasitic Battery Drain: What It Is And Why It Happens

  If your battery is dying on you, the cause might be what's known as parasitic drain. Here's what it is, how it happens, and what you can do to prevent it.

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• Limp Mode: What It Is, Why It Happens, And What You Can Do About It

  You might have heard of cars going into "limp mode," but what exactly is it? And how do you get a car in limp mode functioning normally again?

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• 6 Reasons Why A Car's RPM Aren't Steady

  Normally, a car's rpm increase steadily and predictably as you step on the gas pedal. But there are several reasons why this might stop happening.

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• What're The Differences Between American And European Hitches?

  We might not think too much about tow hitches, but the fact of the matter is not all hitches are equal. Over in Europe, they do things a bit differently.

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• Are Spark Plug Wires Universal?

  You have to be careful about swapping spark plugs around, but some wrenching enthusiasts might wonder if spark plug wires are important keep track of, too.

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• Can An Oil Change Improve Engine Horsepower?

  Automakers recommend oil changes at specific intervals, and there are lots of reasons for that. But is improving engine horsepower one of them?

  By Alvin Reyes Read More

• 5 Signs Your Cylinder Heads Could Be Failing (And What To Do About It)

  Cylinder head failures are very dangerous and very expensive, so it's important to recognize the key signs early. Here's what you should watch out for.

  By Chloe Clougher Read More

• Why Do Some Cars Still Have Rear Drum Brakes?

  Most modern cars no longer use rear drum brakes, so how come some still rely on them? There are trade-offs in terms of cost, durability, and performance.

  By Kiran Menon Read More

• Open The Windows All You Want, These Smells Can Still Make Your Car Hard To Sell

  Your car is shiny, drives like a dream, and doesn't have a scratch, but you're still having trouble selling it. How it smells could cost you hundreds.

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• What Cetane Booster Really Does For Diesel (And The Right Amount To Add)

  Diesel engines use compression to ignite the fuel, which needs to have an even burn, and cetane boosters have an important role to play in this process.

  By Rohaan Sakrani Read More

• The Differences Between RV, Motorhome, And Camper Tires

  RV, motor home, and camper tires are not interchangeable, although some people apparently think they are. Here's why using the wrong ones can be dangerous.

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• Should You Worry About Piston Slap? Here's What Experts Say

  Piston slap can create a knocking noise from your engine that seems very concerning at first. But you should listen to expert advice before trying to fix it.

  By B. L. Johnson Read More

• Why Headlights Went From Warm And Yellow To Retina-Searing White

  While car headlights were once a soft yellow, they've become much whiter and brighter in recent decades, much to the dismay of drivers. Here's why.

  By Paul Stadden Read More

• Which Car Windows Can You Legally Tint?

  Tinting your car window can help protect your eyes and add some extra privacy. But some states have some restrictions on which windows you can tint.

  By Dave Goldberg Read More

• Can You Really Put GM LS Heads On A Ford Small Block?

  General Motors' LS engines and Ford's small-block V8s are some of the most famous motors in auto history, but can you combine them? Here's what to know.

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• How To Tell The Difference Between Cracked Heads And Blown Head Gaskets

  Cracked heads and blown head gaskets can lead to very similar issues in cars. Figuring out which problem you're suffering from can be difficult.

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• What Is Spark Plug Blow Out?

  Spark plugs are vital for gas-powered cars. However, they can be subject to a strange phenomenon known as blow out. Here's what that means and how to fix it.

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• What Those Ugly Concrete Walls Along The Highway Are Really Designed To Do

  Those tall walls along the side of the highway aren't there to prevent cars from crashing into your backyard. Here's what they're really meant to do.

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• Why Water May Be Coming Out Of Your Tailpipe

  While it may be frightening to see water dripping out of your car's exhaust, it's not typically a cause for concern. Here's what usually causes this phenomenon.

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• Why You Should Never Reuse A Cylinder Head Gasket

  Reusing a cylinder head gasket can seem like it'd save you plenty of money. But doing this is incredibly risky, and it could leave your car in trouble.

  By Ron King Read More

• Can Your Costco Membership Get You Cheaper Gas Abroad?

  Costco is famed for its $1.50 hot dog and other inexpensive items, but can your Costco membership get you cheap gas in other countries? Here's what we found.

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• Here's What Using The Wrong Spark Plugs Can Do To Your Engine

  Spark plugs are essential for gas-powered engines. However, they're not all created equal. Here's what can happen if you use the wrong spark plugs in your car.

  By Alvin Reyes Read More

• Why Did Automakers Start To Use Piano Black Trim?

  Piano black trim is relatively common in the car industry, despite the fact that many owners hate it. Here's why manufactures began using it in the first place.

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• This Mineral In Your Catalytic Converter Costs $10,000 Per Ounce, And It's Essential

  Catalytic converters are essential automotive exhaust system components, but they're extremely expensive, thanks, in part, to the presence of this metal.

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• Is It Worth Installing An Inline Transmission Filter?

  An inline transmission filter is an aftermarket part that some enthusiasts choose to install on their rides. Here's how to decide if one is right for you.

  By Alvin Reyes Read More

• Why Cheap Catalytic Converters Can End Up Costing You More

  If your catalytic converter fails, you may be tempted to replace it with a cheap aftermarket model, but here's why that's probably not the best idea.

  By Chloe Clougher Read More

• Why Is Heating Oil More Expensive Than Gasoline?

  Gasoline and heating oil both come from the same barrel. But the latter is more expensive, and there are a few reasons for that additional cost.

  By Eugene Buono Read More

• These Tire Wear Patterns Could Reveal What's Wrong With Your Car

  In some cases, the best way to figure out what's wrong with your car is to look at your tires. But you need to know which wear patterns to watch out for.

  By Marko Mikulic Read More

• Why Did Car Windshields Switch From Tempered To Laminated Glass?

  Laminated windshields effectively became mandatory for automakers by the early 1970s, at least in the United States. But why did regulators push for the change?

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• Here's Why GM Went Bankrupt

  For much of the 20th century, General Motors dominated the auto industry in the United States. But in 2009, GM filed for bankruptcy in order to save itself.

  By Rohaan Sakrani Read More

• 5 Car Brands You May Be Pronouncing Wrong

  Did you know that Xiaomi also makes cars? Well, now you do, and it isn't the only automaker with a name you may be pronouncing wrong — there are four more.

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• The Clutch Pedal Mistake Even Experienced Stick Drivers Might Be Making

  Driving a car with a clutch takes a lot of coordination and experience. However, even seasoned stick-shift drivers are often guilty of making this mistake

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• Common Mistakes To Avoid When Cleaning Your Engine Bay

  Cleaning your car's engine bay is a great way to keep things looking fresh and tidy. However, to prevent damage, make sure you avoid these common mistakes.

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• Why Tires Can Wear Out Faster On EVs Than On Gas Cars

  If you've driven both internal combustion and electric vehicles, you might have noticed EV tires generally wearing out faster. Here's why that is.

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• 9 Car Maintenance Myths It's Time To Set Straight

  Maintaining your car can be a daunting task, but avoiding many maintenance myths can save you a lot of time and money.

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• Here's How Often You Should Grease Wheel Bearings

  Some older cars, as well as many boat and utility trailers, have wheel bearings that require grease jobs. Here's how often you need to perform that service.

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• Why Do Spark Plugs Have Different Tip Shapes And What Are The Differences?

  Spark plugs are necessary for gas-powered engines. However, they're not all the same, and they can come in different shapes and sizes. Here's why that is.

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• Power Shifting Vs. Speed Shifting: The Pros & Cons Of Each

  Power shifting and speed shifting are techniques you can use to get the most out of your engine. But they also come with some nasty downsides.

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• Can Extreme Heat Or Cold Break Car Windows?

  Car windows are designed to stand up to some harsh punishment. However, you might want to keep an eye on them if they've been subject to extreme temperatures.

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• 5 Rare Pontiacs That Are Worth Six Figures

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• The Pros, Cons, And Risks Of Underbody Coating For Your Car

  It might not seem like underbody coating would matter much for your car. But there are quite a few pros and cons that come from applying extra rustproofing.

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• No One Can Seem To Agree On How To Measure Displacement Of A Rotary Engine, Here's Why

  You'd think measuring an engine's displacement would be simple, but there's a long history of trying to figure out how to categorize the Wankel.

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• Why You Should Stop Using Tap Water In Your Windshield Washer Reservoir

  When you're in a pinch, using tap water for your windshield washer can seem like a good idea. It isn't, and it can cause problems in windshield washer systems.

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• What Made Nissan's SR20DET Block So Special?

  Nissan's SR20DET engine packed impressive power into a relatively lightweight package, earning legendary status among JDM enthusiasts around the world.

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• Hot Or Cold Water: Which Is Best For Washing Your Car?

  Hot water and cold water both have benefits and downsides when it comes to washing your car during certain seasons. But one type is better in any weather.

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• Here's What It Can Really Cost To Maintain A Serious Car Collection

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• How Do Semi Truck Air Brakes Work?

  Have you ever tried to back up an 18-wheeler? It’s no small feat, but once you understand how air brakes in semi trucks work, it all starts to make sense.

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• Crash Data Reveals How Dangerous Riding A Motorcycle Can Be Compared To Driving A Car

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• Yamaha's 11 Fastest Motorcycles Ranked By Top Speed

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  You'd think it would be pretty hard to miss nearly 2,000 wrongful arrests, but a spokesperson for the TBI really wants you to know it was just an oversight.

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• More Than 5,000 People Allegedly Bought New Nissan Zs Last Year

  That's enough Zs to put 100 in each state with a few left over for Washington, D.C.

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• 17 People Bought New Dodge Journeys In 2025, And They Weren't The Only Dead Cars Stellantis Sold

  Still, the fact that Stellantis only sold between 3,325 and 5,993 dead vehicles in 2025 is actually a massive improvement for the company.

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• Charging People To Drive Into Manhattan Might Be The Smartest Thing New York Has Ever Done

  While congestion pricing has definitely improved life for the roughly 1.6 million people who live in Manhattan, the benefits are far reaching.

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• Firefighters Use A Blanket And A 'Turtle' To Put Out EV Fire At Gas Station

  Brooklyn Center Fire Department said the blanket was there to "control the vapors and smoke" rather than smother the fire.

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• BMW Recalls Nearly 37,000 2025-And-Newer X3s Due To Incredibly Glitchy Steering Wheel

  No, the answer to the problem is not restarting the owner's steering subscription.

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• More Than 300,000 Californians Must Get New Real IDs Because Surprise, The DMV Screwed Up

  As if Real IDs weren't enough of a pain to begin with.

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• What Happens To Old Tires? Many Of Them End Up Paving New Roads

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• Watch FortNine Battle Sleep Deprivation, Hallucinations, And Border Guards In Round-The-World Race Documentary Yalla Habibi!

  The trio bribed police, witnessed a suicide attempt, raced at triple-digit speeds over Turkish roads, and invented entirely new ways to lose blood.

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• Route 66 Is Still The Great American Road Trip After 100 Years

  U.S. Highway 66 was established in 1926, which makes the upcoming New Year its 100th anniversary.

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Nice Price or No Dice (14)

• At $1,700, Is This 1991 Mazda MX-5 A Diamond That's A Little Rough?

  While today's NA Miata may have seen better days, that doesn't mean it can't have a bright future. Let's see what the crystal ball says about its price.

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• At $12,999, Is This 2000 Isuzu Trooper Overlander An Underrated Deal?

  Heavily customized to make it a serviceable base camp off-road, does the mods on this overlanding-ready Trooper justify its price tag?

  By Rob Emslie Read More

• At $29,500, Is This 1999 Chevy Camaro SS A Super Steal?

  How much would you pay for a classic Camaro untouched by rain or shoes?

  By Rob Emslie Read More

• At $22,000, Is This 1973 Volvo P1800ES A Shooting Brake That Could Stop You In Your Tracks?

  What's your opinion on this classic Volvo and that $22,000 price tag? Does that feel fair? Or is this shooting brake's seller shooting themselves in the foot?

  By Rob Emslie Read More

• At $5,500, Is This 2006 Subaru Impreza An Impressive Deal?

  Bright red and a stick-shift, what's not to like?

  By Rob Emslie Read More

• At $145,000, What Do We Make Of This 2001 BMW Z3 Fauxari 250 California?

  What do you think? Is this Fauxari worth that $145,000 roll of the dice? Or does this weird car deserve a less-crazy price?

  By Rob Emslie Read More

• At $33,500, Could This 1991 Chevy Corvette ZR1 Make You King (Or Queen) Of The Hill?

  How much is too-much for a near-pristine time capsule?

  By Rob Emslie Read More

• At $15,000, Would You Go Full Men In Black With This 1982 Ford LTD?

  Already anonymous when it launched, does super-clean condition leave this barebones Ford deserving of a hefty price tag today?

  By Rob Emslie Read More

• At $5,900, Is This 1965 Honda S600 Project A Hill You Would Climb?

  Is Honda's original S600 rare enough to be worth getting your hands dirty?

  By Rob Emslie Read More

• At $25,000, Would You Climb Every Mountain In This 1975 Steyr-Puch Pinzgauer 710M?

  What's your take on this Pinzgauer and that $25K price tag? Does its reputation precede it, making that a fair deal? Or is that price a "Puch" in the gut?

  By Rob Emslie Read More

• At $8,750, Would You Look Into This 1989 Ford Probe GT?

  Once tipped to replace the Mustang, could this Radwood-ready coupe insert itself into your garage?

  By Rob Emslie Read More

• At $38,500, Could This 2008 2008 Bentley Arnage Mulliner Fit You To A T?

  What's your take on that chance at this car's $38,500 asking? Does that feel like a fair risk to take for so much luxury piled into one single car?

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• At $9,000, Could This Swank 2006 Jaguar X-Type Estate Make You Feel Like Royalty?

  What do you think about this small, fairly rare estate and that price tag? Does that feel like a deal to drive like a queen?

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• At $1,600, Would You Tackle This 1984 BMW 633CSI Project?

  Today's 633CSI offers an intriguing opportunity and will demand some resolve to get back on its feet. Let's see if it's right-priced or is a lost cause.

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Nostalgia You Can Taste (10)

• 7 Underrated AMC Cars That Time Forgot (But We Didn't)

  AMC is often an afterthought when people are considering cars of the past, but it shouldn't be. Here are seven AMC cars that don't get the respect they deserve.

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• What Happened To International Harvester?

  International Harvester used to be one of the biggest manufacturers in the agriculture industry. Eventually, though, its success ended up waning.

  By Shane Schmid Read More

• This GM Brand Introduced Heated Seats Years Ahead Of Its Time

  Heated seats might seem like a simple feature today, but they were introduced over half a decade ago. Here's the General Motors brand that introduced them.

  By Chad Kirchner Read More

• Forget Diesel, Europe Was Wild About Wood-Powered Cars During WWII

  While it's a rarity in the modern era, wood-powered cars were found all throughout Europe during World War II. But it also carried some great risk.

  By Paul Stadden Read More

• 10 Of The Coolest Classic Cars Almost Nobody Bothers To Import

  The U.S. has many classic cars that are still beloved today, but there are ten cool cars from overseas markets that few people bother to import.

  By Ivo Gievski Read More

• At $13,500, Would You Dust Off Your Checkbook For This Grungy 2004 Panoz Esperante GT?

  What's your take on this Panoz at $13,500? Does that feel like a siren's song to make a questionable decision? Or is it best to let this sleeping dog lie?

  By Rob Emslie Read More

• How Mercury Marine Went From Building Outboard Motors To Corvette ZR-1 V8s

  Mercury Marine had never built anything but boat motors when Chevy turned to it for the ZR-1's new V8. But it had a long, rich history in its field.

  By Ron King Read More

• This BMW-Powered Motor Home Was Designed By The Engineer Behind The DeLorean

  V8s were standard for motor homes when the designer behind the DeLorean went in a completely different direction for this innovative, aerodynamic model.

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• What Happened To Detroit Diesel?

  Detroit Diesel was once one of the most prolific engine builders out there. But its success didn't last forever, leaving it in a very different position today.

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• How Did The Buick Nailhead V8 Get Its Name?

  Buick's Nailhead V8 didn't have nails in its engine, and the nickname doesn't mean it "hit the nail on the head." Here's how Buick's Nailhead got its name.

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Planelopnik (10)

• Two F-15s Refuse To Retire, Join NASA's Quesst For Civilian Supersonic Instead

  Not content to watch these young whippersnapper planes take all the glory, the F-15s will be kitted out with sensory and data collection gear.

  By Nicholas Werner Read More

• It Wasn't The Pilots: NTSB Says The Black Hawk-Airliner Crash Was Due To FAA Failures

  The NTSB accuses the FAA of a wide range of mistakes, both in the long, intermediate, and immediate term before the crash.

  By Nicholas Werner Read More

• Plane Crashes In Maine During Snowstorm, At Least 6 Dead

  Weather is one of many factors the NTSB will be investigating, and it is far from the only potential cause of the crash.

  By Justin Hughes Read More

• Trump's Doomsday Plane: What's Inside The Government's Last-Resort Jet

  Essentially, the doomsday plane is meant to let the President and Secretary of Defense coordinate the military from 30,000 feet, even in times of war.

  By Amber DaSilva Read More

• Government Realizes That Throwing Money At Air Traffic Control Is A Good Idea, Funds More Hiring And Pay Raises

  That 3.8% raise for air traffic controllers is strangely conditional: the FAA administrator gets to decide whether or not to pay it out,

  By Nicholas Werner Read More

• Boeing Knew About The UPS Plane's Problem Long Before The Fatal Crash In November

  Unfortunately, we're going to continue seeing aging aircraft in our skies for a long while.

  By Nicholas Werner Read More

• Boeing Finally Overtakes Airbus In Annual Sales Again

  Boeing seems to finally be pulling out of its years-long nosedive.

  By Nicholas Werner Read More

• Now Ukrainian Drones Are Taking Out The Riders (But Not The Horses) Of Russian Cavalry, What Century Am I In?

  In strict military terms, what the Russians are deploying are probably closer to dragoons than proper cavalry.

  By Nicholas Werner Read More

• Air Travel Boomed To A 15-Year High As Air Traffic Control Buckled

  The FAA announced that 2025 was the busiest year for U.S. air travel since 2010, handling 17.2 million flights versus a mere 7.0 million flights in 2020.

  By Nicholas Werner Read More

• FCC Bans Sale Of All Foreign Drones In The U.S.

  If foreign drones get banned, why wouldn't all these bad guys just buy American drones instead? It's not clear how the prohibition solves the purported problem.

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Porsche (4)

• Porsche Penske Seals Historic Three-Peat At Rolex 24 After Mind-Numbing 6-Hour Fog Delay

  The field spent 250 laps behind the safety car during the six-hour, 33-minute caution period - the longest caution period in the event's history by far.

  By Ryan Erik King Read More

• Porsche Celebrates 20 Years Of 'Cars' By Bringing Lightning McQueen And Sally Carrera To Daytona, Making Us Feel Ancient

  The other seven Porsches running at Daytona this weekend were too shy to actually meet heroes like Lightning and Sally. Which, relatable.

  By Andy Kalmowitz Read More

• Here's How Much A 2021 Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo Has Depreciated In Just 5 Years

  The Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo is a capable car, but it wasn't available in the U.S. until the middle of 2021. Here's how much it has depreciated since then.

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• How Porsche And Ferrari Borrowed The Same Horse For Their Two Different Car Companies

  The Porsche and Ferrari logos both feature a very similar horse. As it turns out, those horses might very well be the same one, and here's how.

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QOTD (42)

• These New Cars Are The Best Value, According To Our Readers

  Everyone has a different perspective on what value looks like for them, so there's no one right answer.

  By Logan K. Carter Read More

• What's The Wildest Limo Conversion You've Ever Seen?

  While ultra-high-performance hypercars top the list of most expensive production models, nothing the match the opulence of a luxury limousine.

  By Ryan Erik King Read More

• These Are The Impractical Cars You're Dreaming About Buying Right Now

  I wanted to know about the half-serious scrolling of my car person dreaming of warm roads.

  By Erin Marquis Read More

• What's The Best Family Car Ever Made?

  That's right, all time, which means you're spoiled for choice.

  By Andy Kalmowitz Read More

• Here's The Furthest Our Readers Have Ever Gone To Buy A Car

  When an enthusiast wants a car and has the money, there's nothing that they wouldn't do to get that vehicle in their driveway.

  By Ryan Erik King Read More

• What New Car Do You Think Is The Best Value?

  Going for a subjective metric like the best value is fun because it doesn't necessarily limit the scope to the cheapest new cars.

  By Logan K. Carter Read More

• These Seemingly Normal Cars Are Actually Pretty Weird

  Did your car make the list? Do you feel like a weird freak now? You shouldn't it should be looked at like a badge of honor.

  By Andy Kalmowitz Read More

• What Impractical Cars Are You Dreaming About Buying Right Now?

  I know you're thinking about what might be fun to drive once lady winter lets up, so tell me about them.

  By Erin Marquis Read More

• These Are The Coolest Pieces Of Automotive-Themed Clothing In Your Closets

  There's a fine line between tasteful and cool automotive-themed clothing and cringey, tacky automotive-themed clothing.

  By Logan K. Carter Read More

• What's The Furthest You've Gone To Buy A Car?

  Now, I mean furthest in every sense of the word.

  By Ryan Erik King Read More

• These Are The Auto Factories Our Readers Would Want To Work In

  Low-tech or high, volume or bespoke, we asked for your dream manufacturing job and you delivered.

  By Daniel Golson Read More

• What Seemingly Normal Car Is Actually Pretty Weird?

  As always, I'll be giving out major awards and prizes to those who explain why their choice is so strange.

  By Andy Kalmowitz Read More

• This Is What Our Readers Would Name Their Big Boats If They Could Afford One

  Jalopnik may mainly be known as a car blog, but we love all sorts of other things that move, too.

  By Collin Woodard Read More

• What's The Coolest Piece Of Automotive Clothing That's In Your Closet?

  Yes, "Cool" is subjective, but some things will always be in style.

  By Logan K. Carter Read More

• These Are The Dumbest Things You've Done For Speed

  Some of your stories were dumb in hindsight, others you knew were dumb even as you did them, and still others probably should never have been done at all.

  By Amber DaSilva Read More

• Which Automaker's Factory Would You Want To Work In?

  If you were pivoting to a new career in automobile manufacturing, which automaker's factory would you want to work in?

  By Daniel Golson Read More

• These Movie Stars Are The Best Drivers In Hollywood, According To You

  Yes, a few readers wanted to consider where celebrities ranked on the Top Gear test track leaderboard.

  By Ryan Erik King Read More

• What Would You Name Your Big Boat If You Could Afford One?

  Are you picking a nautical pun? Naming it after your mother? Sending a message to the kids you graduated high school with and still think about for some reason?

  By Collin Woodard Read More

• These Are Your Local Driving Gripes

  Over 100 of you sounded off in the comments about what drives you nuts about driving where you live.

  By Andy Kalmowitz Read More

• What's The Dumbest Thing You've Done For Speed?

  Have you pumped too much nitrous in search of quarter-mile times, or cut your apexes too tightly to shave tenths and ended up running off-track?

  By Amber DaSilva Read More

• These Are The Coolest Cars In Your Families

  From vintage American cars to high mileage dailies to imported exotics, we love to see a diverse array of cars that are loved and appreciated by their owners.

  By Logan K. Carter Read More

• Which Movie Star Is The Best Driver In Hollywood?

  From Steve McQueen to Brad Pitt, Hollywood has always had a knack for making movie stars look like some of the most skilled people ever to drive a car.

  By Ryan Erik King Read More

• These Are Your Favorite Auto Show Moments

  Questionable swag, sad dancers, and unexpected celebrity sightings.

  By Erin Marquis Read More

• What's Your Local Driving Gripe?

  It's time to rant and rave in the comments

  By Amber DaSilva Read More

• These Are The Rarest Cars You've Ever Seen In Person

  The response was, to say the least, understandably varied.

  By Ryan Erik King Read More

• What's The Coolest Car In Your Family?

  Cool can mean many different things, from a rare car to an unreasonably clean one, or an unreasonably expensive one.

  By Logan K. Carter Read More

• These Are The Stories Behind Your First Cars

  I learned a lot from you folks: chief among which is that most of you are very, very old. I mean, very old.

  By Andy Kalmowitz Read More

• What's Your Favorite Auto Show Moment?

  It's that magical time of year again. Well, now it is, ever since the North American International Auto Show returned to its traditional January time slot.

  By Erin Marquis Read More

• These Are The Cars That Describe 2025

  An abstract question no doubt, but I'm happy to announce that you all really understood the assignment.

  By Logan K. Carter Read More

• What's The Rarest Car You've Ever Seen In Person?

  Photos are certainly nice, but there's always something special about finally seeing a car in person for the first time.

  By Collin Woodard Read More

• These Automakers Should Build New City Cars, According To Our Readers

  Some of you had some very good ideas, ones that I would genuinely love to see happen.

  By Daniel Golson Read More

• What Was Your First Car?

  I could make the argument that the most important car in your life is actually your first car.

  By Andy Kalmowitz Read More

• These Are The Dumbest Winter Drivers You've Seen

  I trust you to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth when describing the antics of your fellow drivers.

  By Amber DaSilva Read More

• If Your 2025 Was A Car, What Car Would It Be?

  If I had to choose a car to describe my experience in 2025, it would be a 1992 Alfa Romeo Spider.

  By Logan K. Carter Read More

• Jalopnik Readers Implore Their Fellow Drivers To Listen To This Advice In The New Year

  Hopefully there's a piece of advice in here that you'll take to heart in the new year.

  By Daniel Golson Read More

• Which Automaker Should Make A New City Car?

  Maybe you want to see a new sort of city car, like a tiny roadster, or you want a company like McLaren to try its hand at building one.

  By Daniel Golson Read More

• These Are Your Best Vanity Plate Ideas

  Vanity plates can be great fits for a particular car, something unique to you, or just something you'd love to have as a permanent bumper sticker.

  By Amber DaSilva Read More

• What's The Dumbest Winter Driving You've Seen?

  We've all seen something like this at one time or another, and today's your chance to tell the tale.

  By Amber DaSilva Read More

• These Are The Strangest Cars You Spotted In 2025

  I hope you're new year's resolution list includes to keep your eyes peeled for more weird cars on the horizon.

  By Erin Marquis Read More

• What Advice Do You Have For Fellow Drivers In The New Year?

  A scientific study has shown that most people don't even try to achieve their resolution after three months, so let's flip the concept on its head this year.

  By Ryan Erik King Read More

• These Are Your Worst Automotive Holiday Gifts

  Don't worry, nearly all of the vitriol is directed at retailers pushing people to buy terrible products for their car-enthusiast loved ones.

  By Ryan Erik King Read More

• What's Your Best Vanity Plate Idea?

  Personally, I hold my license plates to a very specific standard: If I'm not a little bit embarrassed to explain them, they're not good.

  By Amber DaSilva Read More

Racing (10)

• NASCAR Must Make America Hot Again By Returning Cigarette Ads To Race Cars

  Even fans at home look better with a Pall Mall than with lips full of dip.

  By Amber DaSilva Read More

• Trump Signs Executive Order For Free Admission D.C. IndyCar Street Race In August

  Saying a street race will happen is one thing; actually organizing it is another.

  By Ryan Erik King Read More

• 'Forza Horizon 6' Will Have More Cars, More Customization, And A Much Bigger World Full Of The Japanese Car Culture We Love

  Don't worry, you're not going to have to wait long to play.

  By Daniel Golson Read More

• Red Bull F1's New Extra-Long Ford Commercial Mostly Reminds Us How Damn Charming Daniel Ricciardo Is

  Ford may not be joining Formula 1 as a constructor just yet, but it's still dipping its toe back in with a new Red Bull F1 partnership.

  By Collin Woodard Read More

• Ford Returns To F1 With Red Bull Partnership, Just Not In The Way You Might Expect

  Of course, the proof will ultimately be in the race results.

  By Collin Woodard Read More

• Red Bull Confident That Its 2026 F1 Engine Loophole Is Totally Legal

  The loophole could yield a 13-horsepower advantage on the field, which is all you need in F1.

  By Ryan Erik King Read More

• Cadillac F1 Team Reveals Monochrome Camo Livery For Debut Shakedown

  The top of the nose section is covered with the names of the team's founding members staffing its facilities in the United States and the United Kingdom.

  By Ryan Erik King Read More

• NASCAR Revives The Chase, Ditching Winner-Take-All Playoff Finale

  The artificial "Game 7" chaos is finally over!

  By Ryan Erik King Read More

• How The Digital Age Of Scrutineering Is Keeping Drivers Safer On Track

  Scrutineering is the art of checking race cars to make sure drivers and teams are following the rules. Today, all sorts of gizmos also help keep drivers safe.

  By B. L. Johnson Read More

• Suzuka Circuit Plans To Sell Chunks Of Asphalt To Racing Fans

  It would definitely be an impressive conversation piece for a coffee table.

  By Ryan Erik King Read More

Ram Trucks (4)

• What eTorque Means On Ram Trucks

  Ram has put eTorque V8 engines in its 1500 trucks, but what exactly does the new hybrid system do? And how can it keep your fuel bills to a minimum?

  By Alvin Reyes Read More

• The Evolution Of The Ram Pickup (And How It Saved Dodge)

  How did Ram trucks become the iconic pickups that we know them as today? Let's trace the evolution of the model and the impact it had on the brands behind it.

  By Steven Mike Voser Read More

• 2027 Ram Power Wagon Is A Diesel-Powered Off-Roader With Over 1,000 Pound-Feet Of Torque

  Tim Kuniskis, the madman at the helm of Ram, says the upcoming 2027 Power Wagon is getting a turbocharged 6.7-liter Cummins diesel motor.

  By Andy Kalmowitz Read More

• Ram Brings Back The 1500 TRX For 2027, Now With 777 HP From Its Supercharged V8 — And The SRT Brand Is Back, Too

  Ram is bringing back the high-performance TRX model for 2027, complete with its supercharged 6.2-liter Hellcat V8 engine.

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Reviews (3)

• Peek Behind The Curtain At The 11,000-Acre Arizona Proving Ground Where Toyota Torture Tests Its Trucks And SUVs

  More than 60 miles of paved roads and more than 50 miles of off-road and dirt tracks, all in one facility designed to torture test Toyota's trucks and SUVs.

  By Collin Woodard Read More

• Sorry, Toyota Purists, But I Just Love The Manual Supra So Much

  Sports cars deserve manual transmissions, and while I did like the automatic, it was the manual that made me fall in love.

  By Collin Woodard Read More

• 2025 Mercedes-AMG GT63 S E Performance Welcomes Maniacs And Nerds Who Love To Fiddle

  In many ways, this car is the pinnacle of AMG right now, and it should be treated as such.

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Spacelopnik (7)

• Blue Origin Plans TeraWave Satellite Internet Service 6,000 Times Faster Than Starlink Will Be

  That amazing improvement will come courtesy of two major departures from Starlink's model.

  By Nicholas Werner Read More

• Astronaut Suni Williams Retires After Spending 608 Days In Space

  There isn't much money in getting stuck in space, as Williams only received an extra $1,430 for her 9-month extended work trip.

  By Collin Woodard Read More

• China Just Applied To Launch 200,000 Satellites, Over Ten Times More Than Even Exist Right Now

  It won't be long until the night (and day!) sky is covered with satellites, which will be a whole new world for us here on Earth.

  By Nicholas Werner Read More

• Elon Musk Wants To Make 'Star Trek' Real Without Everything That Makes 'Star Trek' Great

  O brave new world, that has such people in't!

  By Erin Marquis Read More

• China Is Over The Moon With Its New Lunar Timekeeping System

  If the Chinese have figured out a highly accurate system, the mathematics involved are valid regardless of who writes the software that runs it.

  By Justin Hughes Read More

• SpaceX Was Over Half Of All Orbital Rocket Launches Worldwide In 2025

  What a year for SpaceX, and what a year for space.

  By Nicholas Werner Read More

• Now NASA Is Closing Its Biggest Library, Some Of Which Could Be Lost Forever [Update]

  At the start of 2022, the space agency had eleven libraries; as of Friday, it's now down to just three.

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Sports Cars (2)

• I'm Driving The New Honda Prelude Tomorrow, What Do You Want To Know?

  Maybe it's not the Prelude that Honda stans wanted, but it's the Prelude we're getting. So, what do you want to know?

  By Daniel Golson Read More

• These 12 Production Cars Have The Best Braking Times

  There's a huge premium on going fast in the auto world, but bringing all that speed down to a safe and manageable stop is even more important.

  By Taylor Ramey Read More

Subaru (4)

• Restored Subaru S209 Hits The Track For Tribute Laps Six Years After Owner Killed By Drunk Driver

  Friends of a man killed by a drunk driver while changing a flat tire have restored his totaled Subaru S209 and are headed to the track to honor his memory.

  By Justin Hughes Read More

• Subaru WRX Gets Base Model Back, Drops Prices On All Trims

  New cars cost too much, and Subaru is doing something about it.

  By Justin Hughes Read More

• They May Not Be A WRX, But We Think These Subarus Deserve More Respect

  The Subaru WRX gets a lot of love, and deservedly so. But some of the Japanese automaker's lesser-celebrated models deserve just as much attention, if not more.

  By Chloe Clougher Read More

• Do Subaru Boxer Engines Require Any Special Maintenance?

  The unique style of Subaru boxer engines might seem like they need unique forms of maintenance. Here's how their maintenance needs differ from other engines.

  By Chad Kirchner Read More

SUVs and Crossovers (3)

• Dodge Kills The Hornet, But This Loss In The Market Won't Sting

  Bad news for Dodge Hornet fans. Assuming there actually were any.

  By Justin Hughes Read More

• Here's How Much A 2020 Lamborghini Urus Has Depreciated In 5 Years

  Find out how cheaply you can get a five-year-old Lamborghini Urus on the used market, and how much you would have lost if you bought one new.

  By Dave Goldberg Read More

• Here's How Much A 2020 Nissan Kicks Has Depreciated In 5 Years

  The Nissan Kicks is a smaller and less-expensive alternative to the top-selling Rogue, but after 5 years on the market, how does the Kicks value hold up?

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Technology (14)

• The Extreme Tire Tech Required To Set Land Speed Records

  Some of the fastest cars in history could reach above 300 mph, but they couldn't have gone that fast without the specialized tech in the tires they drove on.

  By Marko Mikulic Read More

• Toyota And Subaru Are Saving The Manual, Or At Least Simulating It, For EVs

  Getting an electric car to drive like a gas guzzler with a manual isn't as easy as slapping on a shifter and clutch pedal.

  By Justin Hughes Read More

• These Are 9 Of The Most Common RV Repairs (And What They Cost)

  Traveling in an RV may seem fun, carefree, and economical, but the costs of a maintaining a home with brakes and an engine can climb pretty fast.

  By Zak Wojnar Read More

• New York Startup Builds Fridge-Sized Machine That Can Turn Air Into Gasoline

  While it's not quite the free energy it sounds like at first, Aircela's technology in its current state has some practical, small-scale applications.

  By Justin Hughes Read More

• 6 Performance Cars You Probably Didn't Know Used Yamaha Engines

  Yamaha is renowned for its high-performance motorcycles, but lesser known is the legendary builder has also put together some impressive car engines.

  By Josh West Read More

• These Car Batteries Rank Among The Best In Cold Weather, According To Consumer Reports

  Consumer Reports tested over 100 batteries to find the ones that do best in cold weather and other metrics. It chose winners in eight common battery types.

  By Charles Krome Read More

• Every Lexus V8 Engine Ranked By Horsepower

  The glory days of the naturally aspirated V8 are coming to a close. We revisit some of the best V8s ever built in this trip down Lexus memory lane.

  By Ivo Gievski Read More

• Volvo EX60 Will Eventually Let Google's Gemini AI Access All Your Car's Cameras

  I'm wary of allowing Google's AI assistant to have access to a car's cameras, but who knows, maybe luxury EV buyers aren't?

  By Logan K. Carter Read More

• What Adding A Cold Air Intake Can Do For V8 Horsepower

  A cold air intake can bring real benefits to your V8 engine's performance and power, delivering greater airflow and bolstered horsepower.

  By Marko Mikulic Read More

• Miami's New Self-Driving Police Car Can't Actually Do Any Policing

  The entire autonomy project is doing the same job as a parked cop car except that, here, people nearby can be sure that there's no live cop inside.

  By Amber DaSilva Read More

• Waymo's Driverless Robotaxis Still Need A Lot Of Human Assistance, But Not For The Reason You'd Expect

  Using a towing app called Honk, tow truck drivers can get paid more than $20 to close Waymo doors that riders accidentally leave open.

  By Collin Woodard Read More

• Hyundai Wants In On The Midgate Revival With This Clever Pickup Patent

  A midgate is a handy feature we first saw on the Chevy Avalanche.

  By Justin Hughes Read More

• Here's How To Store Your Digital Car Keys On Your Android Phone

  Many modern cars allow you to store digital car keys on your Android phone. But the process can be a bit involved if you aren't already familiar with it.

  By Rohaan Sakrani Read More

• What's Included With Mazda's I-Activsense Safety Suite?

  Mazda's i-Activsense safety suite is similar to other advanced driver-assistance features from competing brands. Here's what Mazda's has to offer.

  By Charles Krome Read More

Tesla (7)

• Tesla May Merge With SpaceX: Report

  We're looking at Elon Musk's corporate consolidation, as well as China's ever-increasing sales in Europe and more.

  By Amber DaSilva Read More

• Despite Everything, The Tesla Model S Is Still The Most Important Car Of The 21st Century

  Without the Model S, who even knows how long it would have taken for a legacy automaker to introduce a true long-range EV.

  By Collin Woodard Read More

• Tesla Kills Model S And Model X In What Elon Musk Calls 'An Honorable Discharge' So The Factory Can Make Optimus Robots

  In its quarterly earnings call on Thursday, Tesla said fourth-quarter profits were down by 61% year-over-year, and annual profit cratered by 46% in 2025.

  By Daniel Golson Read More

• Tesla Now Charges Extra If You Want The Autosteer Software That Previously Came Standard

  That means the Model 3 and Model Y are now less well-equipped than a base-model Toyota Corolla, which starts at $22,925.

  By Collin Woodard Read More

• Tesla Cybertruck Sales Were Cut In Half In 2025, Worse Than Any Other EV

  It's a far cry from the 250,000 Cybertruck CEO Elon Musk said the company would produce yearly starting in 2025.

  By Andy Kalmowitz Read More

• Tesla Model Y Juniper's Taillights Are So Confusing A Cop Thought They Were Broken

  The owner claimed on Facebook that the officer told him where the brake lights should be and warned him to get them fixed.

  By Ryan Erik King Read More

• Tesla Waited Too Long To Trademark The Name 'Cybercab,' Now It Joins 'Robotaxi' As A No-Go

  Better luck next time, Elon.

  By Logan K. Carter Read More

The Morning Shift (17)

• GM CEO 'Can't Explain Why' Canada Would Welcome Chinese EVs

  The lure of cheap EVs leaves Mary Barra scratching her head.

  By Amber DaSilva Read More

• Korean Cars Are About To Get More Expensive As Trump Raises Tariffs To 25%

  Bad news for Hyundai Motor Group and expensive times for GM. Turns out, making cars is complicated.

  By Andy Kalmowitz Read More

• Trump 'Defied The Will Of Congress' In Cutting EV Charger Funding: Judge

  We're looking at yet another judge telling the Trump administration the limits of executive power and more.

  By Amber DaSilva Read More

• Rolling-Coal And Emissions Cheating Devices Are No Longer A Criminal Offenses In Donald Trump's America

  You can now pretty much roll coal with impunity in the United States, Tesla has launched robotaxis without safety monitors years later, and more.

  By Andy Kalmowitz Read More

• Colorado VW, Audi, Porsche Dealers Sue The State For Letting Scout Sell Directly To Customers

  Volkswagen's kids are fighting over Scout selling cars directly to customers, Mitsubishi is looking to go downmarket again and Hyundai's robots wins and woes.

  By Andy Kalmowitz Read More

• Elon Musk Says Tesla Cybercab, Optimus Robot Production Will Be 'Agonizingly Slow' To Start

  Shocker! Elon Musk makes a not-so-bold proclamation about the Tesla Cybercab's production ramp-up and more.

  By Andy Kalmowitz Read More

• Even Dealers Think New Cars Cost Too Much

  We're looking at the unaffordability of modern cars, except those with sharp angles and Italian branding and more.

  By Amber DaSilva Read More

• Chinese EVs Are Coming Back To Canada Thanks To New Trade Deal

  A new trade deal between will bring Chinese EVs back to Canada, Porsche sales drop by the biggest margin in 16 years and more.

  By Andy Kalmowitz Read More

• GM Is Officially Barred From Collecting, Sharing Driver Data... For Five Years

  GM has to wait five whole years before it can collect and share driver data through OnStar again, Tesla's Canadian sales dropped like a rock in 2025, and more.

  By Andy Kalmowitz Read More

• Trump Is Still Bullish On Tariffs, Bearish On The North American Trade Agreement He Instituted

  We're looking at Trump's latest statements on the automotive world, as well as the latest on Tesla's racism lawsuit and more.

  By Amber DaSilva Read More

• Mary Barra And GM Say The Future Is Still Electric

  We're looking at GM's plan for PHEVs and EVs, as well as how Honda dealers feel about the Afeela, Volkswagen's less-than-steller end of 2025, and more.

  By Amber DaSilva Read More

• GM's EV Pullback Just Cost The Company $6 Billion

  GM just lost $7.1 billion between an EV business writedown and restructuring in China, Jeep is actually cutting prices in 2026 and more.

  By Andy Kalmowitz Read More

• 80% Of Car Shoppers Say They're Open To Using AI Because Nobody Can Do Anything Anymore

  Car shoppers are becoming increasingly reliant on artificial intelligence, Ford plans to launch an eyes-off hands-free driving system in 2028, and more.

  By Andy Kalmowitz Read More

• Senate Hearing On Auto Affordability Postponed Due To Lack Of Elon Musk

  We're looking at the upcoming Senate hearing on affordability, and automakers' grim outlooks for U.S. sales in 2026.

  By Amber DaSilva Read More

• New Car Sales Are Booming For The Rich, Falling For Everyone Else

  Only the rich can afford new cars, but they have no interest in Volkswagen or Audi, plus Mercedes-Benz, Lucid, Nuro, Uber move the needle on self-driving cars.

  By Andy Kalmowitz Read More

• Nissan's New CEO Has To Win Back Dealer Trust

  We're looking at Nissan's relationship with its dealers, and Hyundai and Kia's year-end sales numbers and more.

  By Amber DaSilva Read More

• Tesla's Bad Sales Year Means BYD Is Now The Best-Selling EV Maker In The World

  In this morning's edition, it's EVs all the way down.

  By Amber DaSilva Read More

Toyota (5)

• Toyota Teases New Vehicle That May Or May Not Be The Next Highlander

  Toyota enjoys a mystery as much as the next automaker (and a full-width light bar, too).

  By Collin Woodard Read More

• Toyota Says A New Mid-Engine Sports Car Is Coming, But It's Still Years Away

  Still, folks, we're getting a new Mister Two at some point in the late 2020s or early 2030s, and I — for one — couldn't be more excited.

  By Andy Kalmowitz Read More

• These Toyota Models Can Last Over 200,000 Miles, According To Consumer Reports

  Toyotas are famous for reliability, but which models can really hit 200,000 miles? We dug into CR data to answer that question, identifying the top five models.

  By Monday Goma Read More

• AE86-Style Bodykit Gives The Toyobaru Pop-Up Headlights And Real Chunky Bumpers

  A world with more pop-ups is better than a world with fewer of them.

  By Amber DaSilva Read More

• Every Toyota Prius Generation, Ranked By Reliability

  The Prius launched in 1997 as the first mass-market hybrid, setting a new benchmark for efficiency. But which Prius generation offers the strongest reliability?

  By Monday Goma Read More

Trainlopnik (1)

• Japanese Train Station Inaugurates Third Cat Stationmaster, Yontama

  Please, someone, bring high-speed rail to the States so we can have cats run our stations. Imagine how much better our lives would be.

  By Amber DaSilva Read More

Transportation (1)

• Why Semi Trucks Are Required To Weigh In So Often

  We've all seen semi trucks pulling into weigh stations on the highway. But why exactly must big rigs face weight inspections? Here's what to know.

  By Shane Schmid Read More

Trucks (8)

• What's The Biggest Load A Semi Truck Can Tow?

  Semi trucks are capable of towing massive loads, but there's a reason why you won't see them exceeding a certain number of pounds with their cargo.

  By Chad Kirchner Read More

• These Are The 9 Quickest Pickup Trucks Ever Built

  These days, there are several pickup trucks that rival the world's most popular sports cars from 0 to 60. Here are the 9 fastest pickups out there.

  By Max Larsen Read More

• 8 Of The Largest Pickup Truck Recalls In US History

  Recalls cover small and large items alike, but when it comes to recalling successful pickup trucks, the numbers can reach into the millions.

  By Andrew Ekuwem Read More

• What're The Differences Between Mack And Peterbilt Semi Trucks?

  Mack and Peterbilt are both well-known names in trucking, and both have sizable chunks of the U.S. market. So how do these brands' big rigs differ?

  By Shane Schmid Read More

• Here's Why Road Tripping A Kei Truck Is A Great Terrible Idea

  This video is the classic formula of traveling a long distance to buy a questionable vehicle, then immediately driving it home.

  By Justin Hughes Read More

• Ever Notice That Scoop Under Semi-Trucks? Here's What It's For

  The scoop under some semi-trucks has nothing to do with ice cream. It's a way of improving the trucks' fuel efficiency. Here's how it works.

  By Shane Schmid Read More

• A Historic Timeline Of Every Jeep Truck Ever Made

  A truck isn't necessarily what comes to mind when people hear "Jeep," but the brand has had an historic lineup of them.

  By Michael Sullivan Read More

• These 9 Trucks Have Super Cool Bed Features

  The humble truck bed may seem like a simple concept, but manufacturers have been doing their best to improve it with these cool features.

  By Max Larsen Read More

Unpaved (2)

• Boondocking Is Not Legal Everywhere, But Here's Where You Can Go To Check

  You can’t just park wherever you want and call it camping, but you probably know that already. Doing it right takes some careful planning, but it's doable.

  By B. L. Johnson Read More

• What's The Difference Between An ATV And A UTV?

  ATVs and UTVs are both exceptional at off-road driving. But they have some differences that could leave some buyers wishing they'd picked one over the other.

  By Rohaan Sakrani Read More

Volkswagen (3)

• Here's How Much A 2020 VW Golf GTI Has Depreciated In 5 Years

  The 2020 Volkswagen Golf GTI is a fun little car that delivers sporty performance and modern features, but how well does it hold its value over time?

  By Dave Goldberg Read More

• The Dodge Charger Daytona EV Outsold The Volkswagen ID Buzz In 2025, But Not By A Lot

  Neither of these vehicles really did particularly well, but least the Charger remains on sale.

  By Daniel Golson Read More

• New ID Polo Rights Volkswagen's Interior Design Wrongs With Lots Of Analog Controls, Interesting Materials And Configurable Retro Graphics

  The new Polo addresses VW's bad infotainment systems, too much of a reliance on touch controls instead of analog ones, and boring designs.

  By Daniel Golson Read More

Wrenching (26)

• No, Not All Microfiber Towels Are Created Equal

  The name "microfiber" applies to many different towels. But if you're washing and detailing your car, the differences between microfiber towels are important.

  By Alvin Reyes Read More

• How To Clean A Carburetor, With Or Without Removing It

  On older vehicles and smaller engines, the carburetor controls the mixture of fuel and air that reaches the engine. Here's how to keep it clean.

  By Derek Fleming Read More

• How Old Is Too Old For Tires? When It's Time To Replace Them

  Do tires ever need replacing before the tread wears out? And how will you know when the time is right to swap your rubber for a fresh set?

  By Nishant Jayaram Read More

• Hellcat Pacifica? Oh, Hell Yeah!

  These YouTubers already plan to take what they learned with this one and build a second Hellcat-swapped Pacifica that's even better.

  By Collin Woodard Read More

• Why Your Brake Caliper Might Be Sticking And What To Do About It

  If you find one of your brakes is sticking, there could be any number of reasons why. We take a look to see what the causes might be, and what to do about them.

  By Kiran Menon Read More

• Changing A Porsche Panamera's Engine Air Filter Practically Requires Disassembling The Entire Nose Of The Car

  Something to bear in mind, next time you see a used German luxury sports sedan with a too-good-to-be-true price tag.

  By Logan K. Carter Read More

• Leading Vs. Trailing: Why Rotary Engines Need Two Different Kinds Of Spark Plugs

  Getting the spark plug tuning right in a rotary-engine application is a whole other level of car nerdy.

  By Brad Brownell Read More

• Installing A Racing Wheel In Your Daily Could Land You In Jail

  If your car came from the factory with a driver's airbag, you might want to reconsider that aftermarket wheel, no matter how cute it might look.

  By Logan K. Carter Read More

• Why Properly Gapping Your Spark Plugs Is So Important

  The requirement to gap spark plugs might not be as common as it once was, but it's still an important bit of maintenance on vintage and modified cars.

  By Paul Stadden Read More

• Is It Safe To Use Two Different Tire Brands For One Car?

  If you're replacing two tires on your car, do they need to be the same brand as the other two? Or can you get away with two different brands on the same car?

  By Marko Mikulic Read More

• What Is A MAP Sensor And How Can You Tell If It's Bad?

  The MAP sensor is an important part of a car's operating system. But lots of things can make it go bad. Here's how you'll know when it's going.

  By Marko Mikulic Read More

• Brembo Vs. Wilwood Brakes: Here's How They Compare

  Brembo and Wilwood are two of the best brands known for manufacturing brakes. Here are the benefits they offer, as well as which ones are best for you.

  By Benjamin Gracias Read More

• 5 Exciting Harbor Freight Tools & Accessories Coming In 2026

  Harbor Freight tools usually aren't fancy or expensive, but they generally get the job done. Here are five especially good entries coming this year.

  By Charles Krome Read More

• Why Your Tire Keeps Losing Air – Even Without A Puncture

  Ever find your tire pressures are low, but there's no sign of a puncture? Here are the main reasons why it happens, and what you need to know about them.

  By Rohaan Sakrani Read More

• Mineral Oil Vs DOT Brake Fluid: What's The Difference And Which One Should You Use

  Can't decide whether to use mineral oil or DOT brake fluid? Here are the differences between the two, and the impact they can have on your car.

  By Charles Krome Read More

• DIY Vs. Professional Car Window Tinting: Is It Worth Attempting Yourself?

  Professionals do car window tinting, but window tint comes in rolls and sticks to your car's glass, so it's a job you can do yourself. Still, should you?

  By Greg Poggiali Read More

• Not All Aftermarket Brake Pads May Be Built To OEM Spec, Here's What May Be Different

  Ever wondered whether aftermarket parts really are identical to those made by the manufacturer? This video shows you exactly how big the difference can be.

  By Kiran Menon Read More

• Semi-Synthetic Vs. Synthetic Blend Oil: Are They The Same Thing?

  Semi-synthetic and synthetic blend oil sound very similar -- and they are -- but how can you tell the difference between the two? And which is best?

  By Kiran Menon Read More

• Just $250 In Parts Made My Best Motorcycle Even Better

  Sometimes you have to tear something down so you can rebuild it again.

  By Brad Brownell Read More

• Sleeving An Engine Block: The Pros And Cons Explained

  To sleeve or to bore your engine block? That's the several-hundred-dollar question (maybe into the thousands) as you contemplate repairs and upgrades.

  By Paul Stadden Read More

• Should You Replace Strut Mounts When You Replace Struts?

  Is it worth replacing your car's strut mounts at the same time as the suspension struts? And what are the most obvious symptoms of worn strut mounts?

  By Alvin Reyes Read More

• 9 Causes Of Engine Vibrations (And What To Do About It)

  What causes engine vibration, and are any of these issues something you can handle on your own? Let's take a look at nine different vibration scenarios.

  By Josh West Read More

• WD-40 Is Terrible For A Squeaky Engine Belt – Use This Instead

  WD-40 is a great multi-purpose product, but it is not a lubricant. Spraying it on a squeaky engine belt isn’t a good idea — here’s why and what to use instead.

  By Chloe Clougher Read More

• SuperfastMatt Is Hayabusa-Swapping His Land Speed Record Car To Break 325 MPH

  Sadly, if you were hoping to see the 700-hp turbo-Busa in action, you're going to have to wait a little longer.

  By Collin Woodard Read More

• The V10 Continental Guys Just Turbocharged A 2005 Chevy Tahoe

  The goal was pretty straightforward — take an engine that made about 230 horsepower when it was new, and give it enough boost to make closer to 400 hp.

  By Collin Woodard Read More

• This Minivan Doesn't Know Whether It's Coming Or Going, Which Is Why It's Awesome

  When is a minivan not a minivan? When it accidentally becomes a sedan by welding two front halves together, back-to-back.

  By Justin Hughes Read More

Year In Review (1)

• This Is The Jalopnik Staff Fleet As We Head Into 2026

  We made it through 2025 with at least some of our staff intact, so now it's time to tell you all what we're personally driving or riding in the new year.

  By Amber DaSilva Read More