These Are The Best Deals On Used SUVs Right Now, According To KBB
A few certified pre-owned SUVs have been given special financing deals by their manufacturers. Kelley Blue Book shares which ones you should check out.
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How Bridgestone Tires Stack Up Against Michelin According To Consumer Reports
Bridgestone used to be a top contender in the world of tires, but can its modern incarnation stand up to Michelin? Consumer Reports has the answer.
Read MoreWant To Spend Less On Gas? Consumer Reports Says These Vehicles Are Your Best Bet
A car having high mileage will go a long way in saving you money at gas stations. Consumer Reports will help you see the best cars to get with that in mind.
Read MoreDodge Charger Vs. Challenger: Which Muscle Car Depreciates Faster?
The Dodge Charger and Challenger are very close in terms of performance. But how much can you expect to pay for a used model, and which one will be cheaper?
Read MoreWe Need To Escape Our Family Hauler For Something Bigger! What Car Do We Buy?
Jesse wants to help his wife replace her old Ford Escape. She needs something bigger with three rows. With a budget up to $50,000, what car should she buy?
Read MoreWhat To Do If A Dealer Won't Let You Take A Test Drive
A test drive is one of the most important steps when it comes to buying car. But what if the dealer doesn't let you drive the vehicle? Here's what to do.
Read MoreAre Used Porsches Reliable? Here's What The Data Says
Reliability and maintenance costs don't always go hand in hand, but it's still useful to know whether a brand of car is dependable. Here's the word on Porsches.
Read MoreI Need A Cheap EV To Replace A Scion xB! What Car Should I Buy?
Monty does IT support in Houston and drives a lot. His main requirement is for an EV with good A/C system for the Texas heat. With a budget up to $20,000.
Read MoreThe 5 Best New SUVs You Can Buy In 2026, According To Consumer Reports
If you're planning to purchase a new SUV or crossover vehicle any time soon, Consumer Reports says that these are the best options for 2026.
Read MoreHow Reliable Is A Used Chevy Bolt? Here's What J.D. Power Says
The Chevrolet Bolt is coming back for 2027, but it's not too different from its original incarnation. So, how reliable can you expect it to be?
Read MoreOld, Cheap Non-Hybrids That Get Shockingly Good Mileage
With oil prices on the rise, there's every reason to want a cheap and economical car. But if you don't want a hybrid, older alternatives are available.
Read More15 Useful Car Gadgets You Can Buy From Amazon In 2026
Modern cars offer a ton of features and accessories, but there's always something lacking. Here are the best third-party products to upgrade your ride.
Read MoreGive The Lexus CT200h The Respect It Deserves
The fact that large numbers of people weren't willing to pay New Lexus money for the Luxury Prius doesn't mean it was a bad car.
Read MoreHow To Find A Car's Service Records When The Seller Doesn't Have Them
If you're shopping for a used car and the seller can't provide detailed maintenance records, these tips may help you locate the service history yourself.
Read More5 Things To Know Before You Buy A Classic Car
Who wouldn't want to own a classic car? If you're seriously thinking about buying one, there are some things you should know before pulling the trigger.
Read MoreThe 2026 Hybrids That Get The Best Real-World Gas Mileage, According To Consumer Reports
Thankfully automotive technology has come a long way since 2003, and you now have an abundance of hybrid options that get outstanding gas mileage.
Read MoreScared Of Rising Gas Prices? This EV Lease Deal Is The Cheapest In The Country
Maybe now's the perfect time to avoid gas pumps altogether.
Read MoreThe Simple Upgrades That Make Your Cheap Car Feel Expensive
If you have a cheap, old car, there are some simple ways you could make it feel like a high-end luxury model if you're willing to make some upgrades.
Read MoreCan A Used Saab Be Reliable? Yes, But It Will Take Some Work
Saab has been out of commission for over a decade now, but it's not a bad idea to go for one of its used models. Just know that you'll need to put in some work.
Read MoreHere's How Much A 2021 Genesis G70 Has Depreciated In 5 Years
The luxury Genesis G70 sedan is an expensive model to get. A 2021 model is much cheaper due to depreciation, but how much cheaper is it, really?
Read MoreHow Reliable Are 2021 Ford Broncos? Here's What Consumer Reports Says
Off-roading can require some specialized, high-priced vehicles. Is an older Ford Bronco reliable enough to handle the task after five years?
Read MoreThe 5 Most Reliable Used Pickup Trucks You Can Buy, According To Consumer Reports
Even used trucks can cost big money, and the last thing you want is to buy one that's new to you, only to have it break and cost you even more money.
Read MoreThis Tire Retailer Scores The Lowest For Customer Satisfaction In Consumer Reports' Ranking
Trying to find the best tire retailer of them all can be difficult, but one specific retailer might be worth avoiding if you follow Consumer Reports' rankings.
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Audi (1)
The New Audi A2 E-Tron Won't Be As Revolutionary As The Original, But At Least It'll Look Good
It remains to be seen whether the A2 will be sold in the United States. I highly doubt it, but maybe (hopefully) I'll be proven wrong.
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Beyond Cars (4)
Bugatti Factor One Trades Straight-Line Acceleration For Added Lightness And A Much More Affordable $23,599 Pricetag
Is a regular four-wheeled Bugatti simply out of your price range? Well, for the price of a used Civic, you could call this two-wheeled Bugatti your own.
Read MoreTimberland Ford F-150 Boots Have A Fake Grille And Subtle Lift To Make You Look Big And Manly
Hopefully since these boots aren't manufactured by Ford, they won't be susceptible to any record-setting recalls, but you never know.
Read MoreIt's Not Always Legal To Ride Your ATV On A Snowmobile Trail
ATVs and snowmobiles both get you out in the wild to enjoy a brisk ride, so you can ride an ATV on a snowmobile trail, right? Ummm .... maybe not.
Read More5 US National Parks With Famously Scenic Drives
What's more scenic than America's national parks? Here are five of them, scattered around the U.S., all of them with gorgeous views.
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Boatlopnik (5)
Why Do Most Cruise Ships Have Diesel Engines?
You've probably heard about pollution from cruise ships' engines, but why do they usually run on diesel, and how are they cleaning up their act?
Read MoreWhat Are The Biggest Differences Between Jet Drive And Sterndrive Boat Engines?
Jet drive and sterndrive engines differ in more than just how they're propelled. Each has strengths and weaknesses that make it better for specific scenarios.
Read MoreNaval Officer Leaks Aircraft Carrier Location On Strava With Deck Runs
The 4.5-mile run around one of the carrier decks stands out as a jagged line in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea.
Read MoreWhy Does The US Navy Sink Its Unwanted Ships On Purpose?
The U.S. Navy will occasionally sink its own old, unwanted ships, but it's an expensive business, so why would it want to do a thing like that?
Read MoreMarine Vs. Automotive Spark Plugs: What's The Difference?
The spark plug in your car and a spark plug on a boat have the same job, but perform it in very different environments. Here's how marine spark plugs stay dry.
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Brands (6)
These Were The First Cars Ever Made By The World's Best-Known Automakers
Where did it all start? Join us as we trace the lineage of some of the world's best-known automakers back to their very first vehicles.
Read MoreCheaper Than A Porsche: 8 Affordable Sports Cars That Deliver Track-Level Thrills
Porsche makes some great sports cars, but these vehicles come at a premium price. Here are several cheaper alternatives that still deliver impressive thrills.
Read MoreThe Final Studebaker Ever Built Rolled Off The Line 60 Years Ago Today
Studebaker was an iconic automotive brand, but it sadly went out of business 60 years ago. Here's a closer look at the last Studebaker ever built.
Read MoreThese Cars Are Way Quicker Than Their Price Tags Suggest
Thrilling speed doesn't always have to cost an arm and a leg. Here are several modern vehicles that are much faster than their price tags suggest.
Read MoreFive Times Different Manufacturers Used The Same Names As Each Other
While there are plenty of vehicles with instantly recognizable names, some manufacturers took names that were used by completely different brands and models.
Read More5 Popular Car Brands That Build Cars In Canada
Canada is home to a large manufacturing industry, including the production of numerous popular vehicles. These brands build cars in the Great White North.
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Buying (4)
When Cheap Is Costly: These Depreciated Cars Are Perfect For A Bottomless Budget
A champagne car for a light-beer price? It's so tempting ... until you consider the cost of keeping it running. Here are five to think hard about before buying.
Read MoreFeds Tell 97 Car Dealerships To Knock It Off With The Hidden Fees Already
Many dealerships tack on ridiculous, expensive nonsense to the end of your price, like advertising fees, nitrogen tire inflation, and dealer prep fees.
Read More69% Of Gen Z Would Consider Buying A Chinese Car: Report
Chinese automakers still have some significant hurdles to clear before they are able to sell cars in the United States, but younger buyers are open to the idea.
Read More74% Of Americans Say New Cars Are Unaffordable
More Americans consider new cars unaffordable than any other category covered in the survey.
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Car Design (42)
Smokey Yunick's Hot Vapor Engine Was Equally Genius And Horribly Unsafe
While engines can be inefficient with burning fuel, Smokey Yunick created a Hot Vapor design that could have solved this issue if it wasn't also dangerous.
Read MoreHow Bosch's Magneto Ignition Device Made Spark Plugs Possible
Bosch managed to create a timeless design when it introduced spark plugs to the masses. But it would have never come to pass if not for another invention.
Read MoreThe Biggest Pros And Cons Of GM's Vortec Engines
Vortec engines have lasted for over three decades. There are reasons as to why they lasted so long, but there are also reasons as to why they fell out of favor.
Read MoreVolvo's Redblock Engine Is Basically Sweden's Chevy Small-Block
Volvo once created an engine known as the redblock. Its production didn't continue into the 2000s, but it's still regarded as a fantastic engine today.
Read MoreThere Are Five Ways To Open The BMW i7's Doors
You can get the BMW 7 Series with doors that automatically open, and it's a real Sophie's Choice of how to do so.
Read MoreNew Ford Mustang EcoBoost TLD Signature Edition Has Amazing Retro Graphics, And Only 550 Will Be Made
The graphics were created by Troy Lee Designs, who has been painting helmets for race car drivers for decades.
Read MoreNew Renault Twingo's Wheel Options Put Other Hubcap Designs To Shame
The Twingo's Evolution trim level comes with "Domino" hubcaps, and they're some of the best hubcaps I've ever seen.
Read More9 Cool Cars Powered By GM's Legendary 3800 V6
The 3800 V6 never got as much attention as its V8 stablemates did, but it provided ample power for some of the coolest cars of the late '90s and early 2000s.
Read MoreZF 8 Speed Vs. Aisin 8 Speed Transmissions: How Do They Compare?
ZF and Aisin make two of the most popular and most successful eight-speed gearboxes on the market, but how do the two transmissions stack up side by side?
Read MoreChevy LT1 V8s: A Comparison Of Three Small Blocks
The General Motors LT1 engines might be long-running, but the mills it has adorned are quite different. So which LT1 is which, and what are the differences?
Read MoreThe '80s Car Feature That Would Fit Perfectly In The AI Hellscape Of Today
Modern cars are making use of artificial intelligence for plenty of features today, but one feature from the '80s feels like it came from the modern era.
Read MoreCadillac Phases Out Torque Badges After 6 Years Of Nobody Understanding What They Mean
The numeric badges on the back of Cadillac's cars signified how much torque they had, in newton-meters, rounded up to the nearest 50. Yes, it was a dumb idea.
Read MoreSaab's Scariest Car Is The Twin-Engined 93 Dubbed The Monster
While some cars have some monstrous engines, Saab surprised itself in the 1950s when it created an experimental twin-engined model to compete in rally races.
Read MoreLow-Tension Piston Rings Provide Serious Benefits For Automakers
Piston rings are an essential part of modern vehicles, but modern brands have moved to using low-tension versions of them for a couple of reasons.
Read MoreWhat Is A Dual-Mass Flywheel And Why Do Automakers Use Them?
Every now and then, a mechanic or engineer will start talking about dual-mass flywheels, but what are they? And why would car makers use them?
Read MoreThese Cars Made Similar Horsepower From Wildly Different Engines
Engine size can be misleading. Here are several examples of engines from opposite ends of the size spectrum that produce similar levels of horsepower.
Read MoreThese 9 Vehicles Still Offer Front Bench Seats
Front bench seats are a rarity in the modern era, but a few certain modern-day vehicles include extra room for a third person to sit up front.
Read MoreHyundai Casper Lounge Is A Gussied-Up Electric City Car That I Need Like I Need Air To Breathe
The Casper Lounge has incredible wheels, real leather seats and other premium features. Plus, it's just damn adorable.
Read MoreStop Saying This White Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud Belonged To John Lennon
Rumor has it that Lennon's 1965 Rolls-Royce Phantom V is rotting in a Florida parking lot, but that's not the case. Here's the true story of this iconic car.
Read More9 Of The Greatest Muscle Wagons Of All Time
While fast wagons still sell overseas, North American car buyers haven't seen a proper muscle wagon in years. Let's take a look back at some favorites.
Read MoreRENNtech Will Make A Modern Mercedes-AMG Hammer With A Hand-Made V12 Engine
Mercedes tuner RENNtech is offering a limited run of V12-powered coupes that could scratch a very particular itch for nostalgic luxury enthusiasts.
Read MoreWhat Is A Limited-Slip Differential And How Does It Work?
Differentials are what allow the wheels on a vehicle to actually move around effectively. Open differentials are common, but limited-slip ones are special.
Read MoreThe First Practical Electric Car Built Looked Like A Giant Baby Carriage
We tend to think of electric vehicles as a new invention, but as you can tell from the design, the first electric cars are now well over 100 years old, .
Read MoreThe Rearview Mirror Wasn't Just Invented For Safety
Most of us just take the rearview mirror for granted when driving, but it wasn't always there. The accessory was not originally created for safety.
Read MorePorsche Reveals Mid-Range 657-HP Cayenne S Electric, Which Is Nice, But Wow Look At The New Green Interior Style Package
The 2026 Porsche Cayenne S Electric will hit 60 mph in just 3.6 seconds.
Read MoreHave Turbos And Hybrids Closed The Difference Between Small Block And Big Block V8s?
The saying goes, "There is no replacement for displacement." But can adding a turbocharger or a hybrid's electric motor(s) let small block V8s match big blocks?
Read More9 Hot Rodder Terms You've Heard, But Probably Never Fully Understood
Hot rods were once a huge part of American youth culture, so much so that hot rodders developed their own language. Here are the classic terms you should know.
Read More5 Wheel Bearing Myths It's Time To Set Straight
Wheel bearings are a very overlooked part of your vehicle, and that's led to a number of incorrect (and potentially dangerous) myths surrounding them.
Read MoreThese Steering Wheel Alternatives Go Beyond A Yoke Or Squircle
While round steering wheels are the norm, they're not the only options out there. Here are some uncommon steering wheel designs that are actually pretty cool.
Read More5 Oddball Cars With V4 Engines
While you'll commonly see inline-fours, V6s, or V8s today, a few oddball cars in the past have boasted V4 engines that allowed for unique designs.
Read MoreThe 1957 Aurora Safety Car Looks Ready To Scoop Up Krill Into Its Gaping Maw
Alfred A. Juliano's Safety Car was an intriguing thing to look at and was ahead of its time in some ways, but it wasn't exactly a success story.
Read More5 Vintage Cars Other Than '32 Fords That Would Make Fantastic Hot Rods
It feels that every other hot rod is a 1930s Ford, so it’s worth thinking outside the box. Here are five cool alternatives to inspire your next build.
Read MoreMercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe EV's Interior Revealed With Some Of The Best Knobs I've Ever Seen
The second-gen AMG GT 4-Door is going electric, and it'll have a more spacious interior with a driver-focused layout and some very cool details.
Read More6 Cars That Missed Out On The Hemi They Deserved
The ubiquitous Hemi V8 defined an era for brands like Chrysler and Dodge, but there were still some cars that missed out on the iconic V8 powerplant.
Read MoreThe World's First 9-Speed Automatic Transmission Was Plagued With Problems
Nine-speed gearboxes may be commonplace now, but the world's first example didn't have such an easy birth when it was launched. And it wasn't that long ago.
Read MoreThe Dash-To-Axle Ratio Is A Delicate Balance That Can Make Or Break Styling
When it comes to automotive design, dash-to-axle ratio can play a massive role in whether a car looks ridiculously cool or just ridiculous. Here's how it works.
Read MoreAs The New Dodge Charger Sixpack Reaches Owners, Let's Honor The Hot Aussie Mopar Six
Dodge has an interesting past with six-cylinder power — just not in the United States. Its new gas-powered Charger Sixpack has an ancestor Down Under.
Read MoreHydraulic Vs Rubber Engine Mounts: How Are They Different And Why It Matters
Engine mounts are vital automotive components, but they're not all the same. Here's the difference between standard rubber mounts and hydraulic versions.
Read More5 Iconic Poster Cars That Just Aren't That Good
If you had car posters on your wall as a kid, you might be disappointed after getting behind the wheel of some of the most lusted-after vehicles of all time.
Read MorePlymouth's Hy-Drive Transmission Was Half-Manual, Half-Automatic, And Totally Confusing
Plymouth used a Hy-Drive transmission that was fairly simple to use in practice, but its strange design and high cost caused it to quickly be discontinued.
Read MoreWhat Million-Mile Club Engines Have In Common (Aside From, Y'know, The Mileage)
Want to make an engine last a million miles? Drivers control only a few of the factors that make these engines more durable than their flimsier counterparts.
Read MoreMaserati Once Built A Six-Valve-Per-Cylinder Engine (And Quickly Learned Why Nobody Else Did)
During the 1980s, Maserati experimented with a clever, 36-valve V6 gasoline engine, but for various reasons, the idea never really caught on.
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Consumer Reports Says To Avoid Buying These Used Chevy Models From These Years
Despite the brand's popularity, not all Chevy vehicles are worth buying. These are the used Chevrolet models that Consumer Reports recommends avoiding.
Read MoreThe Clever Engineering Of Shipping The Chevy Vega By Train
GM hoped the Chevy Vega would reinvent the American car, but it was too expensive to ship — until engineers found a genius way to fit 30 cars per railcar.
Read MoreChevy Introduced Turbocharging To The Masses With A Car Ralph Nader Hated
General Motors tried to bring turbocharging to the mainstream in 1962, introducing the the rear-engined Chevrolet Corvair. But Ralph Nader had other ideas.
Read MoreThe Ghost Camaro Got Humanitarian Aid Into A War Zone When The United Nations Could Not
Helge Meyer is an iconic figure who drove one of the world's most iconic Camaros, but his intent was to go unseen, especially when he was past the blockade.
Read More8 Of The Rarest Chevy Corvettes – And What They're Worth Today
You don't have to be mega-rich to own a Chevrolet Corvette, but some iconic, rare models are worth a fortune today — and by fortune we mean seven figures.
Read More5 Rare And Valuable Yenko Chevys From The Height Of Muscle Car Excess
Yenko-converted Chevrolet cars were impressive beasts in the muscle car era, and some of them are extremely valuable due to how few were made.
Read MoreYou May Think Your Car Is Quick, But A Corvette ZR1X Is Quicker
This might be the most impressive car ever built in the U.S.A.
Read More12 Non-Corvettes That Are Powered By Corvette Engines
Corvettes have used some incredibly powerful engines, but a few different models have taken those engines for themselves. Here are 12 of them.
Read MoreHow C8 Corvette Stingray Insurance Costs Compare To Similarly Priced Sports Cars
The cost of auto insurance can be huge these days, especially for a powerful sports car. Here's how the 2025 Corvette Stingray compares to its rivals.
Read MoreThe Rarest Chevy Bel Air Was This Limited-Run 2-Door Sport Wagon
The Chevrolet Bel Air became a legend among classic enthusiasts, but this two-door station wagon variant didn't quite have the same success.
Read MoreSome Call It The Worst-Looking Chevy Corvette Ever Made, Others Just See An Old C4
The 1995 C4 Indy Pace Car might be seen as one of the ugliest Corvettes, but is that reputation deserved, or does it deserve to come in from the cold?
Read MoreFrom Monza To Malibu: What Pristine Examples Of Chevy's Cool '70s-'80s Cars Can Be Worth
The Malaise Era of the 1970s and 1980s was tough on American automakers, but Chevrolet still made a few iconic cars. Here's how much they're worth today.
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Crashes and Safety (24)
Get Caught Speeding In Illinois? You Soon Might Have To Install A Speed Limiter
An Illinois bill aimed at repeat speeders and reckless drivers could soon require that drivers install speed-limiting devices in their cars.
Read MoreAustralian Company Sheds Light On In-Car Sun Exposure By Reupholstering A Camry With Human-Like Skin That 'Burns' In Sunlight
A car that's upholstered in synthetic skin, hair, and even moles is a pretty stark reminder to wear your sunscreen, even when you're driving.
Read MoreAvoid Cheap Amazon Dashcams, Consumer Reports Says These Are Better Options
When it's your word against theirs, dashcam footage makes all the difference. Don't settle for a basic model — get a dashcam recommended by Consumer Reports.
Read More'Clanker Balls' Provide A Unique Solution To Truck-Eating Bridge
Hanging big orange boat-fender balls over a roadway is a low-tech solution, but hopefully it'll keep big trucks from running into this low bridge in Delaware.
Read MoreTiger Woods Arrested For DUI After Getting Into Another Rollover Crash, This Time In A Range Rover SV
This is Woods' fourth crash since 2009 that has garnered media attention, and his second DUI arrest since 2017.
Read MoreFlorida Man Crashes Ford Mustang Through Airport Fence, Nearly Hits A Taxiing Plane, Then Tries Entering It
Using his Mustang to crash through a fence, a "highly-intoxicated" Florida man tried to gain access to multiple planes on the taxiway at Daytona International.
Read MoreMore Cars Get IIHS Top Safety Pick Awards Despite Tougher 2026 Rules
Even with tougher testing standards, this year from the IIHS, there are more vehicles available in 2026 that receive the coveted Top Safety Pick+ award.
Read MoreWhy You Should Still Use Your Blinker Even In Dedicated Turn Lanes
We no longer have to rely on hand signals, thanks to blinkers. But many drivers still don't use them for some reason, or aren't sure when they’re supposed to.
Read MoreNHTSA Steps Up Investigation Into Tesla FSD In Low Visibility Conditions
NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation is taking a closer look at Tesla FSD crashes in low-visibility situations, which could eventually lead to a recall.
Read MoreDead Cadillac Lyriq EV Leaves Baby Locked In Car
Luckily the baby was retrieved from the SUV unharmed, but the owners were left with a $1,000 bill for a key fob replacement after using the emergency access.
Read MoreHit-And-Run Crashes Are Killing More People Than Ever, According To AAA Study
According to a study from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, pedestrian and cyclist deaths as a result of hit-and-run crashes are now at an all-time high.
Read MoreIIHS Will Begin Rating The Safety Of Cargo Vans, Work Trucks, And Other Commercial Vehicles This Spring
Cargo vans, work trucks, and commercial vehicles make up a big percentage of vehicles on the road today. It's about time they got some safety ratings.
Read MoreThose Yellow Crash Barrels Along The Highway Aren't All The Same
Big yellow barrels often line the sides of highways or exit ramps, and the engineering behind them is different depending on speed limits and locations.
Read MoreYou Just Hit A Pothole, Time To Pull Over And Do These Things
Who among us hasn't hit a pothole? It happens to every driver, but not everyone knows what to do next or how to check their car for damage and stay safe.
Read MoreYou'd Better Be Passing People If You're In These States' Left Lanes
Left-lane cruising is a big no-no in all 50 U.S. states. However, some states enforce stricter penalties than others. Here's what to know about left-lane laws.
Read MoreThe Damage From A Pothole Can Be Worse Than You Might Think
You didn't notice that big pothole till you drove through it, but your car seems okay, so you're feeling good. Still, that may not be the end of the story.
Read MoreWhy Cutting Off A Wide-Load Semi Truck And Its Lead Car Is A Bad Idea
You want to get around that wide load pretty badly, and also the slowish car that's leading the way. But don't cut them off. The results can be catastrophic.
Read MoreConnecticut Is Rethinking A Key Rule About Sibling Passengers For Teen Drivers
Most states have rules about who new teenage drivers can carry in their cars. Connecticut bans driving a brother or sister, but that policy is being challenged.
Read MoreWhat Those Cables In Highway Medians Actually Do In A Crash
You probably know those cables in highway medians are there for your safety, but how do they compare to concrete or metal barriers? Are they actually safer?
Read MoreJeep Wrangler Infected By Woke Mind Virus, Doesn't Roll Over As Easily Anymore
Jeep tweaked the frame rail design on Wranglers built after October 2025, so now they finally avoid tipping over in the IIHS's small overlap crash test.
Read MoreUsing Wipers Without Headlights In Bad Weather Is Illegal In These US States
Are you required to have your headlights whenever your wipers are turned on? The answer depends on what state you're driving in.
Read MoreWhen Does Following A Car Become Tailgating?
Nobody wants to have a tailgater right behind them, and laws often forbid the practice. But how do you know when you've crossed over into tailgating?
Read MoreThe Most Dangerous Days To Drive In America Have Been Remarkably Consistent
It's important to try and avoid getting into accidents when you're driving, but some particular days are consistently dangerous when you're in a vehicle.
Read MoreTruck Driver Pulled Over After Driving Over 62 Miles With A Tire Missing
Both the driver and the shipping company were charged — the former for operating his truck unsafely, the latter for allowing it to happen.
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Crime (8)
Yes, You Can Wrap Your Keys In Aluminum Foil To Prevent Car Theft, But There Are Better Ways
Wrapping your key fob in foil does help protect your car, but it's annoying to unwrap and rewrap your fob every time you use it. Let's talk about other methods.
Read MoreMan With 'Custom Bong Device' Built Into His Car's Dashboard Arrested For 98th Time
Arrested for being a creative dude...and for DUI, eluding and possession of narcotics.
Read MorePlaces Where Playing Your Music Too Loudly In Your Car Can Get You Into A Surprising Amount Of Trouble
You might be tempted to make use of as much of your car's stereo system as possible. But you'll face penalties if you get too loud with it in certain areas.
Read MoreCop Hood Surfs On Random Driver's Car To Catch Teen On Minibike
To catch a few teens riding minibikes without headlights, an Oklahoma City cop commandeered the hood of a strangers car and turned it into a pursuit vehicle.
Read MoreLawsuit Seeks To Strike Down Florida License Plate Frame Ban After Man's Arrest For Having One On Rental Car
When even the police agree the law is poorly written, it's time for a change.
Read MoreIf You're Going To Smash License Plate Scanners, Maybe Cover Your Own Plate First
The cops may call this "malicious destruction of police property," a "felony," but I call it something else: a touch of idiocy.
Read More5 Anti-Theft Devices For Your Car That Aren't Annoying To Use
Most modern cars aren't vulnerable to hotwiring, but that doesn't mean they're completely safe from theft. Protect your vehicle with these five devices.
Read MoreCops PIT Family Bringing Child To Hospital For Traveling 10 Miles Over Speed Limit
Prosecutors have dropped all charges against Hess, including a felony charge of speeding while fleeing. How generous.
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Culture (11)
Traffic Safety Expo Is Like SEMA For Safety Equipment, And It's Filled With Cool Tech That Keep Roads And Workers Safe
Go ahead, nerd out on roadway safety a bit. You never know, it may be a category at your next bar trivia night.
Read MoreThis Is How Long You Could Run An Electric Car On The Astrophage From 'Project Hail Mary' If It Were Real
Obviously it's fictional, but what if you could actually run a car on this stuff?
Read MoreChrysler's Sad Merch Shop Just Reminds Us Of When The Brand Mattered
Chrysler's merch store is just sad.
Read More'F1: The Movie' Is An Oscar Winner
The Joseph Kosinski-directed film was also nominated in three additional categories, which it did not win.
Read MoreThe Government Does Something Cool For Once: U.S. Postal Service Issues SoCal Lowrider Culture Stamps
This is a tiny scrap of good happening in a sea of bad.
Read MoreNeed Raw Performance? These 9 Cars Have The Most Horsepower You Can Buy In 2026
In most cases, horsepower is the go-to measurement for a vehicle's performance. But only a few models allow you to get absurd numbers for under $150,000.
Read MoreI Watched 133 Movies In 2025 And Ranked Them By How Well The Cars Are Used
I've actually seen all of the Academy's Best Picture nominees, maybe for the first time ever. Some of them even made these lists.
Read MoreOliver Pickard's Project Mosquito Is An Incredible Machine Six Years In The Making
When this haphazard little collection of car parts on a cut apart chassis first rolled into the Pickard barn shop, I was already hooked on the concept.
Read MoreThe Dirthead Shed Makes Off Roading Look So Easy
Dave had this to say about the initial build for the MazGrande: "For being a $1500 truck with probably another two grand in axles, the thing, like, dominated."
Read MoreThe Rowdiest Kiwi Racers Even Drive Lawn Mowers Better Than You Do
When Red Bull has three of the New Zealand's fastest racing drivers compete in ProLite truck drifting and lawn-mower racing events, we all win.
Read MoreMr. Rogers Once Dedicated An Episode To A Car Show Because He Was The Best
Mister Rogers' Neighborhood was a beloved show for decades, with all sorts of guests, and even car enthusiasts got air time on the influential children's show.
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Entertainment (9)
'Speed Racer' Is Coming Back To Theaters And You Dorks Had Better Actually Go See It This Time
I remain hopeful that "Speed Racer" will break through from its cult classic status with this re-release in IMAX.
Read MoreYou're Not Ready For Just How Small The Smallest RV Is
RVs are usually thought to be massive behemoths, but a pair of brothers ended up making one that's small enough to fit on the back of a bike.
Read MoreThis Statue Of A Trabant With Legs Will Absolutely Haunt Your Dreams
We're used to seeing cars as art, but the Trabant is a niche choice. And adding legs to this one has unquestionably created the stuff of nightmares.
Read MoreBefore Robert De Niro Was A Star He Promoted AMC's Ambassador In A '70s Car Commercial
Even future stars have to pay the bills. Robert De Niro brought warmth to the small screen as a recent college grad who wants his parents to admire his new car.
Read MoreJack Nicholson Drove A Hydrogen-Powered Car Before Green Energy Was Cool
Hydrogen-powered cars might seem like an invention of the future, but there was a car that pioneered the tech in 1978, and Jack Nicholson endorsed it.
Read MorePetersen Museum's New Fast & Furious Exhibit Has Something For Everyone, But Especially The Nerds
“A Fast & Furious Legacy: 25 Years of Automotive Icons” features nearly two dozen cars from all ten Fast Saga movies, including some more obscure favorites.
Read More10 Automotive Museum Closures That Are Heartbreaking
Automotive museums are difficult to keep running, and recent events have made it impossible for some of them to keep their doors open today.
Read MoreIf You're Having A Hard Day, Just Watch These Cars Get Trebucheted
A trebuchet is not the same as a catapult, but it can still launch a car into the sky. These five videos may give you a chuckle or leave you in awe.
Read MoreBruce Springsteen Has An Extensive Car Collection, But There's Only One European Model In The Bunch
The Boss has sung about more than one car, and his usual preference is American. But one upscale European model did make it into his collection.
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EVs and Hybrids (7)
This Is The Essential Tool Every Hybrid And EV Auto Mechanic Needs
What’s the one tool every EV and hybrid mechanic should own because it literally saves lives? The answer is, of course, the good ol' high-voltage multimeter.
Read MoreBYD Is Quietly Taking Over The EV World: Here Are 10 Reasons Why
In the world of electric vehicles, BYD has overtaken Tesla as the top dog. Here's how the Chinese company dethroned Tesla and why it has become so popular.
Read MoreThe Owen Magnetic Walked So The Chevy Volt Could Run (Well, Until GM GM'd)
If you think the Volt was ahead of its time, wait until you learn about the Owen Magnetic — a revolutionary hybrid that relied on a horseshoe-shaped magnet.
Read MoreEVs That Charge Faster Than A Tesla
With its Supercharger network and nose for publicity, when someone says "fast-charging," Tesla is often what springs to mind. But lots of EVs charge faster.
Read MoreBattery Replacement When? Ford Mach-E With 316,000 Miles On It Still Has 92% Battery Health
Batteries like the one in this Mustang Mach-E are lasting a lot longer than EV-naysayers would've predicted, and they're still holding plenty of charge.
Read MoreThese EVs Have The Best Shots At Being Future Classics
What makes a car a classic? Sometimes it's rarity, sometimes it's achievement, sometimes it's capturing the zeitgeist. These EVs might become the next classics.
Read MoreThese Are The Longest Range EVs Of 2026
Not too long ago, you were lucky to get 100 miles out of your electric vehicle. Things are much better today, but what are the longest range EVs of 2026?
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First Drive (6)
2026 Harley-Davidson Road Glide Limited Is A Comfortable And Beautiful Reminder That The American Dream Is Dead
If you have a spare $40,000 sitting in your bank account, go get yourself one of these and road trip it around the country for a month. You won't regret it.
Read More2027 Kia Telluride Extends Its Reign As The Best Three-Row SUV
With a fascinating design, a great turbocharged hybrid powertrain, and even more space and refinement, the second-generation Telluride is a home run.
Read More2026 Audi Q3 Is Handsome, Powerful, And Much Better Than Before
If you're looking for a subcompact luxury crossover that'll impress onlookers and legitimize your real estate business, the new Q3 is well worth considering.
Read More2027 Volvo EX60 Is A Quiet Trip Into An AI-Powered Future
The library-silent machine, even at triple-digit speeds, redefines the term "quiet luxury."
Read More2026 Dodge Charger Sixpack R/T 4-Door Aims For Broad Appeal, And Kind Of Succeeds
I'm sure this car will help with Dodge's sales woes, I just worry that it's not quite enough of a good value while also not quite performance-oriented enough.
Read More2026 Subaru Trailseeker Feels Like A Subaru Wagon Should
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Ford (12)
Was The Ford Explorer Sport Trac Too Early For Its Own Good?
The Explorer Sport Trac was a strange combo of family-hauling SUV and gear-hauling pickup, but it might've been more successful if it were launched today.
Read MoreEvery Ford X Original Grain Wristwatch Ranked (From Merely Ugly To Unwearably Awful)
Ford and wood-watch manufacturer Original Grain have collaborated on some branded wrist watches and they're pretty tough to look at.
Read MoreNo, Ford's 'Fox Platform' Wasn't Named After The Audi Fox, Stop It
No, Ford did not name its iconic Fox platform after an Audi. Here's the real story behind this strange coincidence and the oil crisis that started it all.
Read MoreFord's Bizarre 'Calliope' V8 Was Built For Le Mans, But Never Made It
Have you ever heard of Ford’s Calliope V8? Only three prototypes of this 800-hp monster exist, and one of them is tucked away at the Henry Ford Museum.
Read MoreWhat Made Ford's Toploader Transmission So Durable?
Ford has made plenty of powerful transmissions throughout its lifetime, but the Toploader is iconic for how rugged and long-lasting it can be.
Read MoreThese Are The 10 Most Popular Cars For Gen X Drivers
Generation X is often forgotten, but some of its favorite car models are also exceptionally popular in the eyes of previous and future generations.
Read MoreMustang's Manual Isn't Going Anywhere, Ford CEO Says
Ford CEO Jim Farley reportedly said, "Out of our cold, dead hands will we not have a manual Mustang."
Read MoreDrivers Behind The Wheel Of Two Fatal Ford BlueCruise Crashes Were Likely Distracted And Ignoring Warnings, NTSB Says
The NTSB says it will hold a public hearing on March 31 in Washington, D.C., where it will discuss key findings in both crashes.
Read More10 Ford Fox-Body Cars That Lived In The Mustang's Shadow
What's the first car that comes to mind when you think of Ford's Fox body platform? Probably the Mustang, but it was far from the only model to use it.
Read MoreThis WW1 Helmet Designed By Ford Looks Like Something Out Of A Medieval Horror Story
Ford is famous for building cars, but its manufacturing know-how was enlisted to help fight WW1 with this interestingly shaped infantry helmet.
Read MoreFord Recalls Another 1.74 Million Vehicles, Already More Than Halfway To Last Year's Total
While Ford is more than halfway toward last year's recalled vehicle total, it still has a long way to go before it gets anywhere near 2025's 152 recalls.
Read MoreEvery Ford That Wore The ST Badge In The United States
Ford introduced the ST label for its European cars, but the label came to the United States by 2013 and would be present in a number of different models.
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Ford Trucks (1)
Younger Buyers Are Snapping Up Ford Lightnings, But Not The Electric One
Decades before Ford created its soon-to-be-unlamented F-150 Lightning, a different Ford Lightning sparked across the landscape. Now younger buyers want them.
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Found For Sale (14)
The Only Thing Better Than An El Camino/GNX Mashup Is This El Camino/GNX Mashup With A 470-HP Buick Racing V6
Marry the Buick GNX's front end and interior with an El Camino body, and a turbocharged 4.1-liter Buick Motorsports V6, and you get the stunning Grand Camino.
Read MoreW8, What? Someone Is Selling Two Ultra-Rare Volkswagen Passat W8s
Godspeed to whoever wins either auction, since maintaining these rare machines is a noble pursuit.
Read MoreHow Bad Could A Salvage Auction Lamborghini Gallardo Possibly Be?
This Lamborghini Gallardo is pretty smashed up from some sort of front-end collision, but for the right buyer, it might have a ton of potential.
Read MoreBuying Giorgio Armani's Bentley Is The Most Stylish Way To Spend A Hundred Grand
Giorgio Armani used to cruise around in this rare and lavish left-hand-drive Bentley Brooklands, but now its up for grabs to the highest bidder.
Read MoreUsed Porsche Macans Are Finally Popping Up For Less Than $10,000
Who's ready to throw slightly less than $10,000 at a sporty crossover that may or may not bankrupt you once the maintenance and repair bills start rolling in?
Read MoreVolvo 240, BMW Z3, Peugeot 205: The Dopest Cars I Found For Sale Online
All in all, we're rapidly approaching Fun Vehicle Season here in the Northeast. Clearly, you are in desperate need of something fun to tool around in.
Read MoreBoston Has Too Many Potholes! What Car Should I Buy?
Noah wants something that can handle the rough roads of Boston, but doesn't want to go full crossover. With a budget of $35,000, what car should he buy?
Read MoreHonda HR-V, Mitsubishi Lancer Evo IX, V8-Powered AMC Gremlin: The Dopest Cars I Found For Sale Online
"Amber, I thought Dopest was supposed to be about cool cars, why are you putting an HR-V into the list?"
Read MoreTank Track Geo Tracker Will Climb Any Mountain And Look Cute As Heck Doing It
This Geo could be the perfect vehicle for you to find yourself by getting lost out in the great outdoors.
Read MoreThis Rakish JDM Honda Accord Wagon Looks Way Cooler Than Any Normal Car Needs To
Japan got its own version of the sixth-generation Accord, and the wagons are amazing.
Read More'Butt Birth' Rhino From 'Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls' Is Up For Auction And It's Practically A Car
Add an LS engine and suddenly you've got a rhino butt car fit for the world's greatest pet detective.
Read MoreYou Desperately Need This Salvaged Lotus Elise That's Been Rebodied With Forward-Sliding Attack Doors
This Rezvani Beast is one of just three prototypes based on the Elise, and it has a 500-hp turbocharged Honda engine.
Read MoreSuzuki Cappuccino, Acura NSX, Volvo 245: The Dopest Cars I Found For Sale Online
It's a day ending in Y, which means you're likely paying more attention to your favorite automotive blog than your day job. I am happy to help with this.
Read MoreIf You Can't Afford A Miata, How About A BMW Z3?
The original inline-4 Z3s were never particularly popular and people seem to have mostly forgotten about them.
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Hatchbacks, Minivans and Vans (3)
Every Minivan Is Cool And Here's The Proof
Minivans tend to get a bad rap in the world of auto enthusiasts. However, these roomy vehicles are actually very cool. Here's why we think minivans are rad.
Read MoreBMW Should Have Put The M3 V8 In A Mini, But Since They Didn't I'm Glad This One Exists
The Mini wasn't built with large-displacement engines in mind, but that doesn't stop this big BMW V8 from looking right at home in the tiny engine bay.
Read MoreVan Life Isn't Cheap Anymore: Here's What It Can Cost Today
Gone are the days when living in a van down by the river meant you were down and out. Today, the possible price tag means many can only dream of it.
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Honda (4)
What's The Difference Between Honda B-Series And K-Series Engines?
Honda's B-Series and K-Series engines are popular among wrenching enthusiasts, but there are compelling reasons for choosing one over the other.
Read MoreHere's How Much A 2021 Honda Pilot Has Depreciated In 5 Years
You like the 2026 Honda Pilot, but it's outside of your budget? Here's how much the 2021 model has depreciated over five years and how it compares to rivals.
Read MoreThe 1996 Honda Civic Was The Largest And Most Powerful Car To Come With A CVT, And It Was Quicker Than The Automatic
Continuously variable transmissions (CVTs) aren't popular among enthusiasts, but cars like the 1996 Civic prove that they might be the quicker choice.
Read MoreThis Honda CR-V Shower Attachment Might Be The Weirdest Vehicle Option Ever
The foldable table built into the back of the first-generation Honda CR-V is a pretty well-known feature, but there was also an available water feature.
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Hyundai (1)
Here's How Much A 2021 Hyundai Ioniq Electric Has Depreciated In 5 Years
How much value does a 2021 Hyundai Ioniq Electric lose after five years? We dug into Kelley Blue Book data and real-world listings to find the answer.
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Jalopnik Explains (52)
Steel Vs. Aluminum Rocker Arms: Does It Make A Difference?
Rocker arms are an essential part of overhead valve engines. But how essential is it to keep track of whether they're made out of steel or aluminum?
Read MoreWhy Pistons Have Three Rings To Rule Combustion
You've heard that pistons have rings, but have you ever wondered why there are three? Here's how piston rings work together to keep your engine running.
Read MoreThe 90-Degree Torque Problem: How Engineering Bent Power Around Corners
Torque naturally prefers to move in a straight line. So how does the engine manages to overcome 90-degree bends to deliver that torque to the wheels?
Read MoreThe Difference Between California-Produced Gas And The Other 49 States
California gas prices are higher than the prices in most of the rest of the United States, but taxes are only a small part of the gas-price equation.
Read MoreHere's What Can Happen If You Park At A Broken Parking Meter
Ah, a broken meter! A rare chance to park in that crowded shopping area for free. Or is it? Just what can happen if you park in that tempting space?
Read MoreHow To Prevent Engine Block Hot Spots
If your engine is showing signs of overheating, it might have developed hot spots. Here's how to identify and prevent them so you extend your engine's lifespan.
Read MoreHere's How Dyno Tests Actually Work
Dynamometer tests are used to measure a car's torque and rpm response. But how do they get that information? And how reliable is what they get?
Read MoreHere's What Happens To All Those IndyCar Tires After A Race
IndyCar tires are supplied by Firestone, with the latest season using over 32,000. What exactly is the fate of all those tires once the race is over?
Read MoreWhy Did Jaguar Switch From A V12 To A Twin-Turbo V6 In The XJ220?
Jaguar's XJ220 promised incredible speed and power from a robust V12. Unfortunately, certain circumstances forced the brand to use a V6 instead.
Read MoreWhat's The Difference Between Platinum And Double Platinum Spark Plugs?
Platinum spark plugs are already a step up from copper. Double platinum plugs might seem like a straightforward upgrade, but it's not as simple as it seems.
Read MoreHow And Why Honda And Volkswagen Made Shockingly Successful (Yet Still Doomed) V5 Engines
Volkswagen put V5s in production cars, while Honda used them to dominate MotoGP. But despite being so successful, the engines were doomed from the start.
Read MoreHigh Mileage Vs. High Mileage Extended Performance Oil: Which Should You Use?
There's a whirl of special motor oils you can buy if your car has over 75,000 miles on the odometer. Which kind you need depends on several factors.
Read MoreYour Insurance Deemed Your Car Totaled: Now What?
Once your car is totaled, you enter a world where you're not in control of it. And you may find that what the insurance company pays you isn't enough.
Read MoreWhat's The Difference Between Bias Ply And Radial Tires?
There are technological differences between radial and bias ply tires, but the more imporant ones come in performance, on the road, off-road, and on the track.
Read MoreWhat's The Difference Between Satin And Glossy Paint Protection Film?
Paint protection film is a great way to keep your car protected from the elements. Glossy film is common, but satin film has some of its own appeal.
Read MoreWhy Shouldn't You Use Multi-Vehicle ATF In Your Automatic Transmission?
Multi-vehicle automatic transmission fluid might seem like something that's easy to use with any vehicle. But it's better to use more specific fluid.
Read MoreCostco Vs. Walmart Car Battery Warranties: What They Promise (And What Owners Say Is Reality)
Costco's and Walmart's batteries are often priced around the same, so warranty coverage can make the difference in where you buy. Here's where details matter.
Read MoreElectric Turbos: Are They A Gimmick?
It's up for debate whether electric turbochargers can actually be considered turbochargers, but are they a real game-changer or just a high-tech gimmick?
Read MoreWhen Did Automakers Start Offering A Smokers Package Instead Of The Lighter And Ashtray?
The cigarette lighter and ashtray once were in every new car. Then the culture shifted, and these became options automakers could use to make an extra buck.
Read MoreMost Drivers Don't Know The 7-7 Rule For Tires: Here's Why It Matters
If you've been looking into winter tires, you might have heard of the 7-7 rule. But what is it, and why is it important for drivers in chilly climates?
Read MoreHow An Engine From 1816 Paved The Way For The Refrigeration Revolution
Refrigeration today is something we can easily take for granted. But in the early 1800s, there was one entirely different method of cooling.
Read MoreFactors To Consider When Choosing Between Rebuilt Engines And New Crate Engines
If your project car has a busted engine, you may be trying to choose between a new crate motor and a rebuild. Here's how to decide which is right for you.
Read MoreWhy You Might Run Afoul Of The Law If You Street Park In Front Of Your Neighbor's House
Sometimes, you might have no choice but to park in front of your neighbor's house. This isn't illegal in and of itself, but you may still get in trouble for it.
Read MoreMotor Oil Boiling In Your Car Is Nearly Impossible, But If It Does You've Got Bigger Problems
It's basically impossible for the oil in your car's engine to get hot enough to boil. However, it it does happen, these are the bigger issues you'll be facing.
Read MoreWhat're The Differences Between Duramax LML, L5P, LB7, And LBZ Diesel Engines?
The Duramax diesel engine has seen quite a few changes over the years. Here's what separates some of the most popular versions from each other.
Read MoreHow Long, In General, Does An Oil Filter Last?
Oil changes are a common part of a car's maintenance, and it's best to change the filter at the same time. But how long should it be able to last on its own?
Read MoreMercedes-AMG Tried A Diesel And It Did Not Go Well
Ever heard of the AMG that ran on diesel? Most people haven't as it was a commercial flop, but it's a strange little chapter in pre-Dieselgate Mercedes history.
Read MoreDoes Bird Poop Damage Your Car's Paint?
Birds are majestic creatures, but their acidic droppings can severely damage your car's paint job. Here's why, and what you can do to protect your vehicle.
Read MoreWhy Are Two-Stroke Engines So Environmentally Unfriendly?
Two-stroke engines have their uses, but they are seen as environmentally unfriendly today. But why do they have that reputation, and is it deserved?
Read MoreThe Scientific Reasons These Substances Don't Cool As Well As Motor Oil
YouTubers often perform wild stunts for views, like adding random chemicals and liquids to their cars' engines. However, here's why you shouldn't copy them.
Read MoreWhy Many Detailers Stopped Treating Cars Like Donuts And Don't Glaze Them Anymore
Glazing was once an integral part of many auto detailers' routines, but it's not as popular these days. Here's why it fell out of vogue and what replaced it.
Read MoreThe Pros And Cons Of Switching To E85 Flex Fuel
Modern drivers have access to a variety of fuel blends, including E85. Here's what E85 actually is and some of the pros and cons of using it in your ride.
Read MoreSpark Plugs Probably Shouldn't Be Made Out Of Pencils, But That's Not Stopping People
Can you really use a pencil to replace the inside of a spark plug? One intrepid group of experimenters decided to find out what would happen if you tried.
Read MoreHow Piston Shape Impacts Engine Performance And Efficiency
Engineers have a lot to think about when designing new engines, and one of the biggest considerations is the shape of the pistons in the cylinders.
Read MoreWhat Are The Practical Limits Of Turbo Boost Pressure?
More turbo boost pressure can create a bigger boom for your engine, but not every block will be able to handle that pressure with the same effectiveness.
Read MoreWhat Causes An Engine To Seize And Can It Be Fixed?
A seized engine is one of the worst things that can happen to your car. Here's what causes an engine to seize and whether the issue is something you can fix.
Read MoreWhen Should You Choose Regular Vs. Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel
Not all diesel is created equal. Like gasoline, it comes in various grades, and choosing the right one is important. But which should you pick?
Read MoreWhich Requires More Maintenance And Repair, Turbocharging Or Supercharging?
Superchargers and turbochargers are both great ways to increase a vehicle's horsepower, but which one requires more maintenance? Here's what to know.
Read MoreDo You Need To Use Turn Signals In Roundabouts?
Turn signals are required by law throughout the U.S., but do they apply to roundabouts, too? Their rarity has made the question difficult to answer.
Read MoreThis Is What Goes Into Building An Armored Vehicle (And What It Costs)
If you're expecting a troop of baddies with high-powered guns and explosives, you need an armored car. But there's lots to buy, and it won't come cheap.
Read More12 Popular Cars That Weren't Meant To Be Full Models, At First
The auto industry is unpredictable. Some of the most iconic cars began as simple trim packages before growing into full models that exceeded all expectations.
Read MoreWhat's The Difference Between The Mopar 440 And 440 Magnum Muscle Car Engines?
The Mopar 440 powered late '60s Dodge and Plymouth cars, with both standard and iconic high-performance versions putting their stamp on the muscle car era.
Read MoreEurope's Had Gasoline Particulate Filters For 10 Years, Now It's America's Turn
Gasoline particulate filters (GPFs) have been on the roads of Europe for some time amid concerns about air quality, but now they're crossing the pond.
Read MoreHow Does The BMW N54 Compare To The N55?
The BMW 3.0 N55 engine only came a few years later than the 3.0 N54, and both had much the same power output, so what are the differences between the two?
Read MoreWhy It Matters That Engine Hours And Idle Hours Are Different
You might be relying heavily on your engine hours and overall mileage to determine when to perform maintenance, but you should pay attention to idle hours, too.
Read MoreHere's How The Depreciation Curve Works For Cars
With a few exceptions, car depreciation is unavoidable. Fortunately, value doesn't just drop like a rock. Here's how the depreciation curve actually works.
Read MoreHow To Tell When Your Control Arms Need To Be Replaced
Control arms are vital for keeping certain models of cars steady and safe on the road. Watch for warning signs that will tell you when they're failing.
Read MoreHow Denmark's Red Streetlights Do A Lot More Than Save Energy
Denmark's red LED streetlights save electricity, but that's not all they're trying to accomplish. They may make life better for a valuable animal species.
Read MoreHow Different Countries Tackled Hand Signals Before Mechanical Turn Signals Were Invented
Before the blinkers we know today, drivers needed to use hand signals to show which way they were turning. This was the case across countries around the world.
Read MoreHow The 'Non-Passenger Work Vehicle' Became The Family Car
It all goes back to the early 1970s.
Read MoreHow To Get A Blackout License Plate (If You're Allowed To)
Blackout license plates offer a sleek design for any vehicle. It's not available everywhere, but you can get one for yourself in a few certain states.
Read MoreWhy Buy Expensive Platinum Spark Plugs When Cheaper Copper Ones Exist?
Considering the price differences between different spark plug types, you may be tempted to switch from platinum to copper plugs. Here's why that's a bad idea.
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Finding Gas Higher Than 90 Octane In Alaska Is Oddly Hard (Here Are Some Theories Why)
It's difficult to find gas above 90 octane in Alaska, but why? As it turns out, the real reasons are surprisingly mundane and have to do with geography.
Read MoreShould You Ditch Your Concrete Driveway For This Eco-Friendly Alternative?
Concrete is hardwearing and tough, and it's a common building material, but could there be a better, more eco-friendly alternative for your driveway?
Read MoreHere's How Much The Toyota GR Supra Has Depreciated In 5 Years
The 2021 GR Supra was a bit of a bargain when it was new, but have the years been kind to owners, or can you pick up a dirt-cheap sports coupe today?
Read MoreDrying Your Car With A Leaf Blower: Kind Of Genius Or Asking For Trouble?
If you want to dry your car without scratching the paint, then using air seems pretty sensible, but will your leaf blower really be the right tool for the job?
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Motorcycles (12)
From Harley-Davidsons To Moto Guzzis: New Motorcycles That Are Still Air-Cooled
Many modern motorcycles use liquid-cooled engines, but these impressive bikes are keeping old-school tradition alive with air-cooled motors.
Read MoreHow Complaints From The British Led To Harley-Davidson Creating The XR-750
The Brits complained that American Motorcyclist Association rules were keeping them from winning races. The fallout led to the birth of a great racing bike.
Read MoreThese Harley-Davidsons Are The Brand's Most Affordable Bikes
Competition with cheap Chinese bikes is heating up, and Harley-Davidson is getting ready to join that fray. Meanwhile, here are the least expensive Harleys.
Read More'Reacher' Actor's Neighborhood Motorcycle Fight Is Deeply Embarrassing, No Matter Who Was More Wrong
Part of being an adult is learning to control your anger and talk things out without resorting to violence.
Read MoreThis Weird Street-Legal Quad Is The Coolest Thing I Saw At Daytona Bike Week
Seeing a quad at a bike show isn't ultra rare, but seeing this custom street-legal quad from a defunct manufacturer might be the highlight of your day.
Read MoreThe Pros & Cons Of Harley-Davidson's Milwaukee-Eight Engine
Harley-Davidson introduced the Milwaukee-Eight in 2017. It provides great performance, but there are some reasons as to why some might prefer older engines.
Read MoreThese 3 Harley-Davidson Bikes Have Terrible Resale Value
Harley-Davidson bikes are some of the most popular motorcycles out there, but three models haven't managed to keep their value very well throughout the years.
Read MoreDo Harley-Davidsons Need Back Pressure?
There's a prevalent myth in the enthusiast community that motorcycles like Harley-Davidsons need back pressure, but is it true? Here's what to know.
Read MoreWhy Early Harley-Davidsons Had Bicycle Pedals
The oldest Harley-Davidson motorcycles weren't too different from bicycles. The first models from the brand had pedals that riders would need to use.
Read MoreWhy Do Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Have Such A Distinct Sound?
Few sounds in the motorcycle world are as iconic as the specific rumble of a big V-twin Harley-Davidson, but what about their engines makes such a unique sound?
Read MoreWhy The Harley-Davidson Milwaukee-Eight Engine Has Four Spark Plugs
Harley-Davidson's Milwaukee-Eight engine has two spark plugs per cylinder. It's all about boosting performance, efficiency, and emissions, while reducing heat.
Read More5 Cheap Harley-Davidson Cruiser Alternatives For Bikers On A Budget
Harley-Davidson may be one of the most famous brands for cruisers, but it's not the only name in the game. Here are some great cheaper alternatives.
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New York Auto Show (1)
2027 Volkswagen Atlas Is A Feature-Heavy Family Hauler With A GTI Engine
There's even a hybrid coming, but we'll have to wait for a mid-cycle refresh a few years down the road to get that bad boy.
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News (93)
Florida Man Gets Pulled Over Because Even In Florida, You Can't Have Missiles Mounted On Your Truck
Police told this Florida Man he'll have to transport his missiles another way, and there's a sentence you just don't read very often.
Read More2027 Mercedes-Benz GLS Refreshes The S-Class Of SUVs One More Time
The facelifted GLS has updated engines, new technology and suspension that can anticipate and respond to bumps in the road before you drive over them.
Read MoreSuck It Losers: Audi's Five-Cylinder Will Live On In The U.S. As It Dies Elsewhere
We've just got to enjoy the RS3 and its inline-five while it lasts here in the U.S., and look smugly on as the rest of the world stares at us with jealous eyes.
Read More2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE Refresh Will Have You Seeing Stars
The GLE's second facelift offers a range of inline-4, inline-6 and V8 engines, including two plug-in hybrids.
Read More2027 Ford Expedition 30th Anniversary Appearance Package Is All Show With A Mustang Dark Horse Paint Job
With a coat of Blue Amber metallic paint and some shiny 30th anniversary badges, the Expedition gets a small cosmetic update for its third decade in production.
Read MoreNBC Has Hard Time Keeping Straight Which Tiger Woods Crash Is Which
Fortunately for Woods, Friday's crash was nowhere near as serious as his 2021 Genesis GV80 crash.
Read More2,540 Colorado Drivers Ticketed For Camping Out In The Left Lane Last Year
Colorado welcomes all campers, except for the left-lane kind.
Read MoreWorld Record For The Longest Line (Of Cheesesteak Sandwiches) Set At Philadelphia Airport
All these Philly cheesesteaks lined up to set the record at Philadelphia International Airport and only one question remains: Wiz wit or witout?
Read MoreCostco Is Preparing To Open Its First Standalone Gas Station
With 40 fuel pumps, it will also be Costco's biggest gas station.
Read MoreIf License Plate Reading Cameras Are Legal, Why Is California Border Patrol Hiding Them?
Local residents said they think the hidden surveillance is tracking citizens who leave food at water for refugees near the Mexican border.
Read MoreChrysler Playing With The Idea Of Bringing Back A Sedan To Double Its Lineup Size
There's a roadmap laid out to revive the brand that'll be revealed during an upcoming investor presentation in May.
Read MoreRam's New America250 Special Editions Are Nonpartisan And Apolitical, And Don't You Dare Suggest They Aren't
Ram boss Tim Kuniskis would probably prefer it if you ignore just how MAGA America250 has become.
Read MoreAmazon Autos Will Throw In A $1,250 Gift Card If You Buy A New Car Through Them
There is a catch though: you've got to want a Hyundai, since those are the only new cars Autos currently sells. Not such a bad thing.
Read MoreToyota's New Celica Sport Coupe Will Have A Turbocharged Hybrid Engine That's Probably Mid-Mounted
Fitted with a large turbo, the new powertrain could make over 600 horsepower.
Read More2027 Infiniti QX65's Most Interesting Attributes Are Its Red Paint And Headrests
It's a coupe version of the QX60 crossover, with a variable-compression turbocharged engine that has a heart-pounding 268 horsepower.
Read MoreLamborghini CEO Says It's 'Missing A Grand Touring Car,' But Has No Interest In A Sedan Or Another SUV
It would be very cool to see Lamborghini compete directly with the Mercedes-AMG GT63, Ferrari Roma, Aston Martin DB12 and Bentley Continental GT.
Read MoreStellantis Slaps Parking Tickets On Employees' Cars For Not Being Stellantis Enough
Stellantis isn't the only brand from Detroit brand to have such policies, even if it might be the only one enforcing it at the moment.
Read More'Do You Think I'm That Stupid?' Judge Slams Woman's Lies About Driving During Court Appearance
As you can imagine, the judge wasn't going to sit back while a defendant actively broke the law in their courtroom.
Read More2027 Chevy Corvette Grand Sport And Hybrid Grand Sport X Speed Into The Future With New 6.7-Liter LS6 V8 And Z06 Aero
The new Grand Sport has 535 horsepower, while the Grand Sport X's front-mounted electric motor brings the total to 721 hp.
Read MoreFerrari Recalls 80 12Cilindris Because It Accidentally Gave Them Illegally Dark Window Tint
The limit for window tint is federally mandated in the United States, but Ferrari mistakenly sent 80 12Cilindri models to the U.S. with tint that was too dark.
Read MoreState Dissolves Towing Company, But It Keeps Taking People's Cars
Locals in Gastonia, NC, are dealing with some shockingly high towing fees, and now the city is asking a judge for an injunction against the towing company.
Read More2022's Record-Breaking Gas Prices Were Terrible, But The Current Situation Is Shaping Up To Be Far Worse
The war with Iran also still has the potential to continue to spiral and send gas prices even higher than they were in June 2022.
Read MoreDon't Worry, They're Just Running Out Of Petrol In Australia
Australian officials are recommending working from home and reducing speeds while driving, as some stations run out of diesel and certain grades of gasoline.
Read MoreNew Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series Will Be Even More Extreme Than The GT3 Race Car It's Based On
The yellow-accented car seen here is the production Black Series, and it has a wilder aero package than the racer does.
Read MoreDodge Durango R/T Is Back And Less Woke Than Ever With A Standard 392 Hemi V8 And Sub-$52,000 Starting Price
I'm not sure how or why this is happening, but the 392 Hemi is making a comeback, and I, for one, couldn't be more thrilled.
Read MoreSky-High Gas Prices Won't Drop Overnight, Even If Trump Makes A Deal With Iran
Unfortunately for those struggling to afford the higher cost of fuel, this war has likely screwed things up for a while.
Read MoreNASA Helped Ferrari Make The Luce EV's Acceleration Less 'Disturbing'
Supercar performance isn't just about the technology or the numbers, but how that performance is "perceived by the human being."
Read MoreUSDOT Giving Out $250,000 Prize For Architects To Make Infrastructure Beautiful Again
The DOT has pulled together a $650,000 prize pool for the competition, with $250,000 going to the winner in the category for professional design firms.
Read MoreApple Is Putting Ads In Your Maps
Apple already rakes in $100 billion per year from services, but the company's looking to bump that number up as hardware gets harder to build.
Read More18-Year-Old Metro Detroit Pothole Filler Shows The City How To Do Their Job
Young Chamy posted the video in an effort to bring attention to the pothole issue, and it seems to have worked.
Read More2027 Mercedes-Maybach S-Class Sticks With The V12 And Looks Even Flashier
The V8 still comes standard, but why would you want that?
Read MoreRolls-Royce Says Cullinan Owners Can't Use The Back Seats Because The Seat Belts Might Not Be Attached
I guess if you can't take the Rolls-Royce, you can probably still take the Range Rover or Bentley, right?
Read MoreChevy Corvette Grand Sport Returns With A Brand New V8 And Big Fat Tires
The C8 Grand Sport made its debut during the 12 Hours of Sebring, but we don't know many details yet.
Read MorePlane Crashes Into Fire Truck At LaGuardia Airport, Killing Both Pilots
The crash happened after a fire truck was cleared by air traffic control to a runway in response to a report of an odd smell from a United Airlines plane.
Read More2027 Nissan Z Gets Subtle Refresh With Fairlady-Inspired Styling, And A Manual For The Nismo
Pricing for the updated Z is not available just yet, but Nissan says it will reach dealership showrooms sometime this summer.
Read MoreAs It Turns Out, Driver's Ed Helps People Pass The Driver's Test
Overall, it would be better for the general public if every driver were better trained before getting a license.
Read MoreJust 'Take One Less Trip To Starbucks' If You Can't Afford Higher Gas Prices, Senate Candidate Suggests
Next she's going to suggest cutting out avocado toast.
Read MoreThis 2024 Chevy Silverado Has Been In The Body Shop For Over A Year Because No Replacement Wiring Harness Is Available
Chevy has reportedly sent five different wiring harness in an attempt to repair an owner's busted Silverado, but according to the owner, none of them fit.
Read MoreRising Gas Prices Have Already Cost U.S. Drivers An Extra $4 Billion
According to Trump, you should be grateful you aren't paying more.
Read MoreGreen Over Confetti Print Might Be The Ideal Spec, And This Subaru Vivio Even Has T-Tops
This bright-eyed and bushy-tailed little Vivio is exceptionally darling, for an array of reasons.
Read MoreRolls-Royce Walks Back All-Electric Plan Because Some Customers Want A Worse Car
Rolls-Royce CEO Chris Brownridge told The Guardian the V12 internal combustion engine is sticking around past the company's initial 2030 retirement target.
Read MoreExtra Security At The Oscars Led To Dozens Of Average Angelenos Hit With $400 Tow Fees
Residents are frustrated by the unanticipated expense and hassle of having their vehicle towed despite living a reasonable distance away from the theater.
Read MoreMarine Corps Live Fire Mishap Rained Artilery Shrapnel Over Highway
The malfunction quickly led to the cancellation of the rest of the display.
Read MoreArmy General Gets A Little Too Drunk And Leaves Classified Documents On A European Train
Dawg, I'm sorry, but if you're in charge of something this important, maybe cut down on the drinking. Lock in a little bit, ya know?
Read MoreHertz Will Rent You An Ineos Grenadier If You Felt Your Vacation Was Too Comfortable
A Grenadier's wacky, body-on-frame driving characteristics and strange-to-say-the-least interior ergonomics might put some people off.
Read More2027 BMW i3 EV Returns The 3 Series To Its Design Roots And Boasts 440 Miles Of Range
The electric Neue Klasse i3 will be joined by gas-powered 3 Series models with similar styling, but riding on the current CLAR platform.
Read MoreJoyriders Abandon Car On Frozen Canadian Ocean, Leaving Authorities To Clean Up The Mess
There's always a way to tow a car from an impossible place, but the cost of government resources in this case must have been immense.
Read MoreTwo-Thirds Of Parents Unworried Their Teen Driver Is A Dangerous Little Monster Behind The Wheel
As bad as teen drivers are on average, you'd think parents would be more worried about their safety.
Read MoreTrump Wants To Effectively Kill $5 Billion EV Charger Program
We're looking at Trump's latest method for killing off EV charging, Uber's latest plans for robotaxis and more.
Read MoreTragic Story Of Woman Dying From Exhaust Leak Is A Terrible Reminder To Get Your Car Checked Regularly
It's still possible to suffer from carbon monoxide poisoning even if your exhaust is perfectly good.
Read MoreGM Recalls A Few Cars Of Almost Every Model It Makes Because The Owner's Manuals Didn't Download
General Motors will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner's manual in order to remedy the issue.
Read MoreFlorida Man Sues Sheriff After Drug Test Decides IBS Meds Are Basically Fentanyl During Traffic Stop
Cops decided the pills were suspicious, saying they "look very worn and honestly not real," and decided to test them on the spot.
Read More200,000 Immigrant Truck Drivers Are Officially Losing Their CDLs Which Will Almost Certainly Make Everything Even More Expensive
When you add in the fact that the average price of a gallon of diesel is now $4.99 things are definitely not going to get cheaper, to say the least.
Read MoreFor Sale: Volvo EX30 Wheels, Never Turned
The electric Volvo EX30 is being discontinued in the U.S., but it'll remain on sale in Mexico and Canada.
Read MoreCertain Hyundai Palisades Hit With Stop Sale, Recall After Power Seats Crush 2-Year-Old Girl [Update]
Hyundai is currently finalizing the details of the recall of about 68,500 vehicles that'll eventually be submitted to the NHTSA.
Read MoreWith Gas Prices Rising, What Are The Most Efficient Ways To Get Around?
Gas, electric, it doesn't matter. The key metric here is energy spent per mile traveled, which we can determine for any means of propulsion.
Read MoreInstead Of Crushing This EV1 Into A Tiny Cube, GM Is Actually Helping To Restore It
Despite building 1,117 of them between 1996 and 1999, General Motors never sold a single EV1.
Read MoreJD Power Just Dropped Its 2026 Dependability Study, And There Are Plenty Of Surprises
Lexus is the most dependable brand for the fourth consecutive year, and it sells the most dependable model overall: the Lexus IS.
Read MoreF1 To Cancel April's Races Amid U.S.-Israeli War With Iran
Due to logistical concerns, F1 has no plans to replace the cancelled Bahrain and Saudi Arabia rounds with races elsewhere later in the year.
Read MoreTesla's 'Fleet' Of Unsupervised Robotaxis In Texas Appears To Have Been Cut From 8 Cars To Only 4
There aren't very many cars in the overall fleet, either.
Read MoreThis Is Not A Drill: Alpine Is Crash-Testing The Next-Generation A110 For The U.S. Market
Alpine's U.S. plans aren't totally dead, and the A110 — the car we actually wanted from Alpine all along — might be what saves them.
Read MoreEV Restructuring Has Cost Automakers Over $70 Billion So Far
I'm not sure how long it will take these companies to recuperate these losses but they've gotta be very sure that there's no near-term future for EVs.
Read MoreFlorida Considers Ban On Loud And Unnecessary Engine Revs
The bill would go into effect on July 1, but it still has to get the approval of the Senate, and finally Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Read MoreLucid Is Working On A Two-Seat Robotaxi Called Lunar That's Aimed Right At The Tesla Cybercab
Lucid is targeting 5.5-6 miles per kWh of driving, giving the robotaxi a theoretical range over 400 miles.
Read More2027 Rivian R2 Launches With 656 HP And 330-Mile Range For Under $60K, Base RWD Trim Coming Next Year For $46,495
Rivian seems to have made good on all of its promises with the R2, and deliveries start within the next few months.
Read MoreNew Mid-Size Lucid Earth And Cosmos Crossovers Will Do 0-60 In Under 3.5 Seconds, Start Under $50,000
The trio of cars run on 800-volt architecture have a new motor from Lucid — called Atlas.
Read MoreHere's How I Would Save Chrysler If I Were CEO
I'm sure Chrysler won't listen to us, but feel free to follow up with your own ideas in the comments section and we can have a lively conversation about it.
Read MoreAlpine Is Developing A Gas-Powered Next-Generation A110 In Case People Don't Dig The Electric Sports Car
The A110 EV will maintain the current A110's 40:60 weight balance and overall shape, and it'll eventually be offered in convertible and 2+2 guise.
Read More2027 Mercedes-Benz VLE Finally Brings The Luxury Van To America With 31-Inch Rear Screen, Remote-Control Seats
The fully electric VLE will a range approaching 400 miles, Maybach-rivaling back seats and fancy features like optional air suspension and rear-wheel steering.
Read MoreChrysler Will Only Sell You One Thing And It's The Facelifted 2027 Pacifica Minivan
The Pacifica has gotten its second refresh since going on sale ten years ago.
Read MoreICE Is 'Hiding' Millions Of Dollars In New Trucks And SUVs As Agents Refuse To Drive Them
"We don't want to use these, we can't," officers told the Washington Examiner when the trucks started showing up.
Read MoreBack From The Supposed Dead: Electric Porsche Cayman And Boxster Are Apparently Still Coming
There are still plenty of things we don't know about the cars, especially when it comes to performance figures and launch specifics.
Read MoreAudi RS3 Competition Limited's Upgrades Go More Than Just Skin Deep For The Five-Cylinder's Farewell
In addition to sporty styling bits, the RS3 Competition Limited gets three-way adjustable suspension.
Read MoreCalifornia Looks To Close The Tax Loophole On Montana Supercar Plates Scheme
It's not like these people can't afford it. They just don't want to pay into the system that helped make them rich in the first place.
Read MoreWhat The Hell Was Lotus Thinking When It Named The PHEV Eletre The Lotus For Me
At least the Lotus For Me has 939 horsepower, and in other markets it will just be called the Eletre X.
Read MoreSheriff Starts Drinking Four Loko At 6 A.M And Then Goes To Work Because He Is No Quitter
What is it with cops and drunk driving?
Read More2026 Honda Prelude Accelerates Only Slightly Slower Than A Civic Hybrid, Unless You Use S+ Shifts In Which Case It's Noticeably Slower
In Car and Driver's testing the Prelude hit 60 mph in 6.5 seconds, or 7.3 seconds with the simulated shifts turned on.
Read MoreThese States Have Seen The Highest Jumps In Gas Prices One Week Into The U.S.-Israel War With Iran
The average price of a gallon of gas is up in literally every state across the country — some more than others, but no state has been completely spared.
Read MoreElon Musk Keeps Adding Deafening Turbines To Power His Data Centers Because He Doesn't Care About Residents
But Elon doesn't care, because Grok makes fire memes.
Read MoreAlpina's Last Independent Creation Is An XB7 With Satin Paint That's Just For North America
The BMW Alpina XB7 Manufaktur is limited to just 120 units for the United States and Canada.
Read MoreHyundai Canceled The Standard Ioniq 6 For 2026, But The Ioniq 6 N Is Still Coming To The U.S.
The automaker isn't giving a reason why, but you can chalk it up to slow sales and tariffs.
Read MorePennsylvania's License Plate Readers Can't Tell The Difference Between The New Zero And Eight
Pennsylvania has switched up their license plates, but now its plate readers are issuing tickets to the wrong drivers because they can't read the plates.
Read MoreNew Electric 2026 Lexus ES 350e Starts At $48,795, ES 350h Hybrid Costs $2,200 More
Even the dual-motor ES 500e is cheaper than its closest competitors.
Read MoreThe Rich Are Increasingly Propping Up New Car Sales
The average price for a gallon of regular is up six cents from yesterday alone, and it's up 27 cents in just a week. Brutal.
Read MoreThis Poor, Abandoned Acura MDX Gathered $8,660 In Parking Tickets
An abandoned Acura MDX with nearly $9,000 in unpaid parking tickets is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to St. Louis' parking problems.
Read MoreWaymo Blocks Ambulance From Reaching Mass Shooting
Autonomous driving supporters will dismiss this as an "edge case," situations that occur so infrequently that the harm of messing one up is minimal.
Read MoreNot Even Trump Can Stop NYC's Congestion Pricing, Judge Rules
A judge has ruled that New York's congestion pricing is legal and it's here to stay, despite Donald Trump declaring it dead on social media.
Read MoreFlorida Man Sues Porsche Claiming His 'New' $281,940 911 GT3 Was Previously Used As A Technician Trainer
The GT3 had just 34 miles on it, and the dealer allegedly said it had just been used as a display vehicle.
Read MoreIsraeli Spies Hacked Traffic Cameras To Pick Up Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's 'Pattern Of Life' For Years
It seems a bit fishy that any intelligence agency would tip their hat and reveal the tactics used to assassinate a world leader.
Read MoreKansas Invalidates Drivers License Of Trans Woman Who Never Changed Her Gender Marker
You'd think that with everything else going on, legislatures would have more important things to do than target a group that only makes up 1% of the population.
Read MoreCarMax Is Paying $15,000 For Each Vehicle It Allegedly Repossessed Illegally
According to the settlement, CarMax will pay at least $420,000 in damages to service members and a civil penalty of $79,380 to the United States.
Read MoreGM Is Facing A Lawsuit Over Selling Drivers' Onstar Data
The goal, it seems, is to make the practice of data sales so unprofitable as to be untenable for GM.
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Nice Price or No Dice (22)
At $19,995, Is This 2005 Lexus SC430 'Pebble Beach Edition' A Concours-Level Deal?
What do you think? Is this SC430 a deal at that $19,995 asking price, considering its overall condition and unique Pebble Beach-ness?
Read MoreAt $22,500, Would You Laugh At High Gas Prices In This 2017 Tesla Model S 75D?
What's your take on this tidy and clean Tesla and that $22,500 asking price? Does that seem like a deal to stop suckling at OPEC's greasy teat?
Read MoreAt $10,000, Would You Flip Your Lid Over This 1980 Pontiac Firebird Trans-Am Convertible?
If you want to achieve the ultimate in fuel economy, then Pontiac Trans-Am will be right up your alley because it doesn't run.
Read MoreAt $8,700, Does This 2008 Volvo C30 T5 Have The Goods?
What's your take on this rare-because-hardly-anyone-cared coupe and that $8,700 asking? Is that just too much to ask for the littlest Volvo?
Read MoreAt $17,900, Will This 1981 Chevy Malibu Wagon Madly Do?
With something unexpected under the hood, does this Chevy justify its price?
Read MoreAt $12,500, Is This 1993 Ford Thunderbird Super Coupe A Super Bargain?
Babied on the road (and apparently haunted in the radio), is this a covetable example of the Personal Coupe?
Read MoreAt $8,900, Is This 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS 550 A Beautiful Bargain?
What's your take on this seemingly solid CLS and that $8,900 asking? Does that seem fair given the car's apparent condition?
Read MoreAt $6,200, Is This 1994 Subaru Justy 4WD A Justifiable Deal?
What's your take on this Justy at that $6,200 asking price? Does that price feel totally un-Justy-fied?
Read MoreAt $33,000, Is This 1987 Twin Turbo Callaway Corvette Too Much Of A Good Deal?
What do you say? Is this Callaway Corvette worth $33,000 as it sits? Or, like the two turbos, does that price tag totally blow?
Read MoreAt $3,999, Could This 1998 Dodge Neon Brighten Your Day?
The $3,999 asking price is just about as old-school as the car itself. Does that seem fair given the car's presentation?
Read MoreAt $19,000, Could This 2004 Mercury Marauder Make Your Day?
Does this $19,000 price seem reasonable for the car as it's presented, minor warts and all? Or for that much, would it need to be darn-near perfect?
Read MoreAt $50,000, Is This 1959 Lincoln Continental The Classiest Camper Money Could Buy?
Does that feel fair considering this Lincoln's uniqueness, history, and condition? Or do you think you'd have to be a schnook to pay that much for this Chinook?
Read MoreAt $74,399, Could You Get Caught In This 2012 Audi R8 5.2 Quattro Spyder's Web?
Does that feel like a deal considering the car's specs and condition? Or is that too much for a car that hasn't reached the bottom of its depreciation curve?
Read MoreAt $17,888, Would You Dive Into This 2023 Fisker Ocean?
For $17,888, do you think someone ought to dip a toe into this Ocean? Or is that still too much for Fisker's folly?
Read MoreAt $30,000, Is This 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio A Lucky Charm?
What's your take on this carbon-heavy Stelvio at that current $30,000 cost?
Read MoreAt $22,000, Is This 1990 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEC A Rock-Solid Deal?
Last of the W126 behemoths, is this stately coupe a surefire buy?
Read MoreAt $6,500, Is This 1994 Toyota Corolla Wagon An Unexpected Bargain?
The mods certainly make this Corolla stand out, but will they put off potential buyers?
Read MoreAt $48,500, Would You Go All-In On This 2001 BMW M Roadster?
Is this best-of-the-breed M Roadster worth the $48,500 asking price as presented in the ad, or does that price tag have you saying "Mmmmmm, no."
Read MoreAt $4,450, Would You Be A Good Sport And Buy This 1989 Chevy Celebrity Eurosport?
What's your take on this Chevy at its current price? Does that now seem befitting the car and its condition? Or should the seller keep on dropping the price?
Read MoreAt $7,500, Could You Horse Around In This 1999 Ford Mustang GT?
Do V8 power and a convertible roof make this a must-have for the coming summer?
Read MoreAt $6,500, Are You Brave Enough To Take On This 2005 Audi S4 Avant?
Is there anything as alluring - and terrifying - as a fast, cheap Audi wagon?
Read MoreAt $12,500, Could You Have Designs On This 1985 Lincoln Continental Valentino Edition?
Do low miles and a designer tie-in make this the Continental to covet?
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Nostalgia You Can Taste (12)
Why This One-Off Steel-Bodied Corvette Looks Suspiciously Ferrari-Esque
This 1963 Corvette had a pedigree far different from its fiberglass-bodied brethren: American at its heart, but with a background of Italian design influences.
Read MoreAcura Builds Itself A 40th Birthday Present To Celebrate Its IMSA-Winning Heritage
It looks period correct, and more importantly, it looks like a hoot and a half to drive.
Read MoreJohn Wayne's Custom Hunting Ride Was Dubbed 'War Wagon' — Go On, Guess What It Was
No ordinary vehicle would do for The Duke. The mods to this ride included raising the roof by six inches to accommodate his height and trademark Stetson.
Read MoreWhat Is A Tri-Five Chevy And Which Models Fit The Bill?
The Tri-Five Chevy is loved by classic-car enthusiasts due to confident styling, influential engines, and decades of hot-rodding. Here's what the term means.
Read MoreThe AMC Eagle Turbo-Diesel Was The Performance Version, And One Still Exists
The diesel version of American Motors' Eagle was factory-authorized, but only seven were ever built. Maybe that was because of the far higher price.
Read MorePeugeot Let Ray Charles Actually Drive A Car In A TV Commercial
Ray Charles was blind, but that didn't stop Peugeot from putting him behind the wheel for a 1994 TV commercial. The ad remains a joy to watch.
Read MoreRalph Lauren's Car Collection Is So Good It Was Once Displayed In The Louvre
Cars so beautiful they've been featured both at the Louvre and Boston's Museum of Fine Arts? Unsurprising if you're fashion-design icon Ralph Lauren.
Read MoreBefore Automakers Started Selling Luxury Trucks And SUVs, Custom Conversion Vans, Pickups, And SUVs Were King
If you're looking for a dose of nostalgia or you're simply trying to figure out the appeal of these machines, we've got the YouTube video for you.
Read MoreNobody Wanted These Cars In The 1980s, Now Collectors Do
Some cars you may remember from the 1970s and 1980s were sales flops and even laughed at. Today, they're sought-after collectibles that can fetch serious money.
Read MoreApproval For The AMC Gremlin Rested On The Impressive Artwork On An Air Sickness Bag
Those white paper bags are there in an airplane's seat pocket for a reason, and it isn't to provide note paper. But the AMC Gremlin was designed on one.
Read MoreCars Tried External Combustion Engines And There Are Good Reasons It Didn't Stick
Although internal combustion engines quickly became the standard for modern vehicles, some models experimented with external combustion engines.
Read MoreAMC Canceled The First Car With An Onboard Computer At The 11th Hour
AMC was originally going to include electronic fuel injection on a selection of its models from 1957, but design flaws led to this plan falling apart.
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Planelopnik (26)
United Airlines Unveils Ultra-Premium Coastliner Airbus A321neo For Cross-Country Routes
This is all in keeping with the airline's United Next strategy, in which it tries to position itself as a premium travel offering.
Read MoreYou Could Book A First-Class Airline Ticket That Turns Out To Be On A Bus Instead Of A Plane
The primary miscommunication appears to be caused by folks using third-party booking sites that don't show the fine print clearly.
Read MoreElon Musk Could Legally Help Struggling TSA Agents Get Paid With This One Weird Trick
As far as I can tell, there's no law that would prevent Musk from donating to a union's worker hardship fund, even as a federal contractor.
Read MoreTrump Rejects Another Offer To Pay TSA Agents, This Time From Elon Musk Himself
Believe it or not, the suggestion here is that the Trump administration decided not to take Elon's money over legal concerns.
Read MoreUnited Airlines Will Give You A Lie-Flat Bed — If You Buy Three Economy Seats
United plans on offering Relax Row seating on over 200 Boeing 787 and 777 planes by 2030.
Read MoreLaGuardia's Runway Warning System Didn't Activate Before Fatal Crash Because The Firetruck Didn't Have A Transponder
One element that certainly remains unclear right now is why the fire truck made the decision to cross the runway.
Read MoreDelta Tells Congress To Get Bent, Suspends Perks Amid Partial Government Shutdown
Congress is going to have to fly like the rest of us Joe Jerkoffs until it finds a way to fund the TSA.
Read MoreTrump Turns Down End To Airport Security Nightmare To Keep ICE Running
The Trump administration is only worsening the already-precarious state of air travel.
Read MoreHead To This Website To See How Infuriatingly Long Your TSA Wait Will Be
The good news is, not every airport looks like a scene from a disaster movie, but some are definitely backed up.
Read MoreTrump Sics ICE Agents On Airports Around The Country In Futile Attempt To Cut Down On Wait Times As TSA Agents Go Without Pay
If Trump's ICE deployments don't work, he told the Times that he would send in the National Guard to assist the TSA.
Read More'I Messed Up' LaGuardia Air Traffic Controller Was Juggling Sky And Ground Traffic By Himself Right Before Deadly Crash With Firetruck
I cannot imagine trying to deal with all of this, I'll tell you what.
Read MoreFire Forces Evacuation Of Newark Air Traffic Control Tower
Newark grounded all flights after hearing reports of smoke inside the tower.
Read MoreAirlines Are Breaking Ticket-Sale Records As Travelers Rush To Buy Before Iran-War Price Increases Hit
It's almost as if the war against Iran is having huge, unintended consequences. Who could have predicted this?
Read MoreConvicted Nikola Fraudster Trevor Milton Gets The Team Back Together For One Last Job
If I were a betting woman, I wouldn't put my money on SyberJet's horse.
Read MoreFAA Orders Stricter Air Traffic Control Over Routes Where Planes And Helicopters Intersect
The FAA had already restricted the use of visual separation at the Reagan National Airport after the Potomac crash.
Read MoreSpirit Airlines Will Have Just 80 Planes To Repay $2 Billion In Debt
Spirit's position as an ultra-low-cost carrier leaves it vulnerable to rising fuel prices.
Read MoreThe Giant Engines That Helped The B-29 Superfortress Rule The Skies
From World War II through the Korean War, the B-29 delivered bombs to distant parts of the world, including two atomic bombs. These engines made it possible.
Read MoreThe Era Of Air Taxis Cometh As FAA Approves Eight Test Programs Across 26 States
Even if the initial tests go well, there may be a lot of turbulence ahead.
Read MoreTSA Agents Will Miss First Paycheck This Friday Amid Government Shutdown
Travelers are already noticing long waits at major airports, but it is expected to get worse as the shutdown continues.
Read MoreFlight Diverted, Muslim Passenger Removed Because Of 'Misunderstanding' After Phone Timer Sounded For Ramadan Prayer Reminder
A spokesperson from the FBI in Atlanta said there was no credible threat and no charges are going to be filed against the man, who did literally nothing wrong.
Read MoreStop Blasting Music From Your Gat-Dang Phones, United Airlines Begs Passengers
While it's certainly not the biggest problem at the moment, the number of people who think everyone needs to hear what they're listening to is too damn high.
Read MoreBoeing 737 Is Clearly A Secret Drug Lord, Takes A Bullet During A Flight To Medellin From Miami
The bullet hole was found on the aileron of the right wing, with the telltale signs of a clean entry hole and a more damaged exit hole.
Read MoreFreedom Plane Celebrates America's 250th Birthday By Bringing Founding-Era Documents To You
These documents are normally stored in secured vaults and not on display at all, so this is a treat we're all getting for America's Semiquincentennial.
Read MoreAmericans Get No Help Fleeing Middle East As War Shuts Down Some Of The World's Busiest Airports
This past Sunday alone, 3,400 flights across seven airports were canceled.
Read MoreAir Travel Is Full Of Weird Things: Here Are 3 Of Our Favorites
Air travel scares lots of people for lots of reasons and raises many questions even for calm travelers. Here are three of the most interesting.
Read MoreHere's How Airports Get Named After Presidents
Many airports have names that commemorate that of a former president. But there's quite a bit that goes into getting that name in the first place.
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Porsche (7)
Why The Porsche 930 Is Known As The Widowmaker
In the 1970s, the Porsche 930 started a long line of turbo-powered beasts. But it gained the "Widowmaker" nickname for reasons that weren't so positive.
Read MoreWhat's The Most You Can Tow With A Porsche Cayenne?
The Porsche Cayenne may not be known first and foremost for its towing strength. However, the luxury vehicle can actually haul a surprising amount of weight.
Read MoreThat Air-Cooled Porsche Engine Isn't Just Cooled By Air, You Know
"Air cooling" is a bit of a misnomer, since air alone couldn't cool the Porsche 911. A variety of supplementary devices worked to keep those engines running.
Read MoreThe OG Four-Door Porsche Sports Sedan Wasn't Even Built By Porsche
More than 40 years before the Panamera went into production, a four-door Porsche had already been conceived. But it was the brainchild of a Texan, not a German.
Read MorePorsche Is 'Currently Evaluating' A New Hypercar
Porsche has really been dabbling with hypercars since the 918 Spyder left production over a decade ago.
Read MorePorsche Ponders Panamera-Taycan Merger As Possible Penny-Pinching Measure
By merging the Taycan and Panamera into one vehicle, Porsche could deliver saving across a number of departments while avoiding the death of one of the cars.
Read MoreYou Uncool Performative Dorks Drove Up The Price Of Porsches And It's Ruining The Vibe
These are explicitly driver's cars, not collector pieces to shuttle to a cars and coffee once a month. Stop being a dork and be cool instead.
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QOTD (44)
These Are The Problem Car Parts You Wish Were Indestructible
The top responses followed a predictable pattern.
Read MoreWhich EV Should Be Next On The Chopping Block?
Maybe there's a certain EV that never made sense to you, or maybe you even owned one and hated it.
Read MoreThese Automotive CEOs Would Make The Best Road Trip Companions, According To Our Readers
Just because your reasons weren't all purely focused on the practical side of road tripping, doesn't make them any less valid.
Read MoreWhat Car Will Define The 2020s?
I'm looking for a car that defines this era — not just in an automotive sense, but in terms of the general vibe of the world.
Read MoreThese Are The Driving Habits You're Changing Now That Gas Is So Expensive
Gas prices in the U.S. and around the world are skyrocketing at the moment with no clear end in sight, and our readers have some tips of how to deal with it.
Read MoreWhat Problem Car Part Do You Wish Was Indestructible?
There's always a story behind grudges with certain components, and we want to hear them all.
Read MoreHere's How Our Readers Are Doing
It's good to know so many of you are keeping your travel and car dreams alive.
Read MoreWhich Automotive CEO Would Make The Best Road Trip Companion?
Some CEOs can probably hold a decent conversation over a beer, but what about their music taste? Navigation skills? Snack and dining preferences?
Read MoreThese Are Your Favorite Cars From Dead Brands
Could you imagine how sick a 2026 Pontiac GTO would be? Imagine it once and then never think about it again, it's too painful.
Read MoreWhat Driving Habits Are You Changing Now That Gas Is So Expensive?
Thanks to the Unprecedented Events of the past decade or so, most of us already have experience with navigating painfully expensive fuel prices.
Read MoreThese Car Brands Aren't Making It Through The Next Recession
You gave a wealth of answers that spanned the globe, and today we're looking through your picks.
Read MoreHow Are You Doing?
I don't know about you, but I could use a vacation just as vacations are getting farther and farther out of reach.
Read MoreThese Were The First Major Wrenching Projects Our Readers Attempted
You've done everything getting a non-running Jaguar XK120 running to replacing your own transmission to save money on labor to modifying your mom's old Civic.
Read MoreWhat's Your Favorite Car From A Dead Brand?
Nothing lasts forever, and that includes brands in the automotive marketplace.
Read MoreThese Are Your Favorite BMW 3 Series
We've got almost every generation represented here, plus some oddball choices.
Read MoreWhat Car Brand Isn't Making It Through The Next Recession?
Stellantis-owned DS is my pick, for simple redundancy.
Read MoreThese Are The Cars That Should Die Instead Of The Volvo EX30
As we all learned from Gandalf in "The Fellowship Of The Ring," many that live deserve death. And some that die deserve life. Can you give it to them?
Read MoreWhat Was The First Major Wrenching Project You Attempted?
Cars are expensive to buy, and the ones that aren't expensive to buy are the ones that are expensive to keep running.
Read MoreThese Are Your Picks For An Exploration Car
You turned in a wealth of answers, a deeply unsurprising number of which came from Toyota.
Read MoreWhat's Your Favorite BMW 3 Series?
You can either talk about an entire generation, a certain body style, or get real nerdy and pick out a specific model or special edition.
Read MoreThese Are Your Favorite Gas Station Products Besides Fuel
Food might be just a small aspect of what makes road trips so enjoyable, but it can always be worth the stop.
Read MoreWhich Car Should Die Instead Of The Volvo EX30?
Volvo is discontinuing the affordable EX30 in the U.S., and we want to know what cars deserve to be killed instead.
Read MoreThese Are Your Favorite Vans
Throughout history there have been so many incredible vans, including cargo vans and MPVs and minivans and all sorts of other kinda strange genre-busters.
Read MoreWhat's The Best Car For Exploring?
You may have a different definition of exploring than me, and that's totally allowed here.
Read MoreThese Are The Cheap Used EVs You'd Ride Out Rising Fuel Prices In
The 2000s are back, baby! Low-rise jeans, layered tanks, colorful computers — oh yeah, and war in the middle east and rising gas prices.
Read MoreWhat's Your Favorite Gas Station Product Besides Fuel?
But it's not like folks just love the gasoline more at their favorite stations. It's something else.
Read MoreThese Are The Cars You'd Mash Together To Make A Perfect Car
"Nothing is perfect," is a common saying. It's also total BS.
Read MoreWhat's Your Favorite Van?
Contrary to what normal folks might expect, we car people usually love vans.
Read MoreThese Are The Rules You'd Introduce To Fix Flying
Scroll through and imagine a better world, a world run by Jalopnik commenters (God help us all).
Read MoreWhat's The Best Cheap Used EV To Buy When Gas Becomes Too Expensive?
It might be prudent to get a cheap, depreciated EV in order to take the strain off your wallet, if at least for the mundane act of commuting.
Read MoreThese Cars Scream 'I Make Terrible Decisions'
There are some people out there who pretty much only make bad decisions. Unfortunately for the rest of us, they've got to drive cars, too.
Read MoreWhat Two Cars Would You Mash Together To Make The Perfect Car?
Who doesn't love a Frankenstein's monster, car or otherwise?
Read MoreThese Are The Features You Wish You Could Simply Download Onto Your Cars
I knew that several of you clever little people inside my computer would say, "a manual transmission" or "physical buttons."
Read MoreWhat Rules Would You Introduce To Fix Flying?
Flying is usually a miserable experience. I want to hear your ideas on how to move that needle from "a complete mess" to "fairly tolerable."
Read MoreThese Are Your Favorite Movie Cars
Click through for a trip down memory lane, but be careful, I just got a smokey report on memory lane and we're eastbound and down.
Read MoreWhat Car Screams 'I Make Terrible Decisions'?
We want to know what car lets everybody around you know that your priorities are an absolute mess and you've got rocks where your brain should be.
Read MoreThese Are The Extremely Specific Car Awards Our Readers Wish Were Real
Perhaps what we really need are much more specific awards that car shoppers may find much more helpful next time they buy.
Read MoreWhat Feature Do You Wish You Could Simply Download To Your Car?
Whatever feature your heart desires, sound off in the comments section.
Read MoreThese Are The Most Hot Girl Cars
Some are born hot girls, others achieve being a hot girl, and still others have being a hot girl thrust upon them.
Read MoreThese Are The Wildest Cars You've Seen Left To Rust
Whether fulfilled or not, each submission shared the desire restore the car to glory.
Read MoreWhich Extremely Specific Car Award Do You Wish Existed?
Maybe it's something that would actually help you make a decision with your next car.
Read MoreThese Are The Things Our Readers Hope A Redesign Fixes On Their Cars
Some complaints were a bigger deal than my issue with the 500e's sun visors, and some were about on par.
Read MoreWhat's The Most Hot Girl Car?
Is your pick something fast and sleek, something old and dignified, or maybe the flashiest, gaudiest thing you can imagine?
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Racing (26)
Oliver Bearman's 50G Crash Could Force Changes To F1's Divisive New Cars
A big speed differential that was a part of Sunday's Formula 1 crash could be a tipping point for the rules and regulations regarding this year's cars.
Read MoreMcLaren Reveals That A Software Glitch Bricked Lando Norris' Battery
The battery failure has already put Norris in a precarious position during the season's early stages.
Read MoreHaas Ready To Ravage F1's Midfield With Godzilla On The Side Of Its Cars In Japan
It's a nice change of pace from styling cars like Haas CNC machines or NASA's retired Space Shuttle.
Read MoreTwo-Time World Manufacturer Champion DS Automobiles Is Leaving Formula E To Focus On Golf
DS Automobiles has had significant success in Formula E, but they're leaving the checkered flags behind to pursue flags on the green.
Read MorePorsche Was Unstoppable At Sebring Despite Hauling 44 Pounds Of Added Ballast
The 1-2 victory sealed Porsche's second consecutive 36 Hours of Florida sweep, back-to-back wins at Daytona and Sebring in 2025 and 2026.
Read More50-Year-Old Helio Castroneves Will Try To Win The Indy 500 For A Record Fifth Time
Good luck to the Brazilian aiming for a fifth. I'll be there in May cheering for him.
Read MorePorsche Penske 963s Will Race At Sebring With '90s Throwback 911 GT1 Livery
The team is certainly hoping to continue its success after winning the Rolex 24 at Daytona in January.
Read MoreLamborghini Temerario GT3 Stuns In Lumberjack Plaid For IMSA Ahead Of Sebring 12 Debut
The Italian monster will kick off its 2026 campaign slightly late, as it wasn't ready in time for the season-opening 24 Hours of Daytona in January.
Read MoreThe Mad Scientists At BMW Are Racing An M3 Wagon At The Nürburgring 24
The M3 Touring 24H race car was just an April Fool's joke last year, but BMW built it for real — and is racing it for real.
Read MoreUnreliability Of F1's New Ruleset Rears Its Head In China
Obviously, no one would willingly sign up for a struggle and the drivers not at the front have been vocal about how much they hate these new cars.
Read MoreFerrari Might Put A Flippy Wing On Its F1 Car To Catch Mercedes And I Hope It Works
The world of F1 is putting pins and red string on a cork board right now trying to figure out what Ferrari knows that they don't.
Read MoreDrivers Want F1 Race Starts To Be Safer, Ferrari Says No
If Ferrari maintains this start line advantage in China, it will be instantly obvious why the team doesn't want any changes.
Read MoreMercedes Wants To Buy 24% Of Alpine's F1 Team, But Alpine Confident That It Will Change Nothing
I wouldn't trust someone who was once banned from Formula 1 for life.
Read MoreBYD Pondering F1 Entry Bid To Spur Overseas Sales
Grand Prix racing isn't the only destination on BYD's radar, with the FIA World Endurance Championship floated as another option.
Read MoreF1 Champ Max Verstappen Will Race Nürburgring 24 In The Gap Between Miami And Canadian Grands Prix
If Max were to win this race in May, he'll join the ranks of Fernando Alonso and Nico Hulkenburg as endurance race winners currently active in Formula 1.
Read MoreSuper Clipping Is Formula 1's Most Hated Term After Opener In Australia
Super clipping won't be as prominent at other circuits on the calendar, but it likely won't be eliminated entirely without significant rules changes.
Read MoreNow's Your Chance To Buy A Turbine-Powered Mustang Drag Racer Named 'Krispy Kritter'
The builder pretty much just wrapped the Mustang body around the turbine, then slapped a few more parts on to make it roll.
Read MoreF1 Cars Have New Lights This Season, And They Can Tell You A Lot
With five total lights now on every F1 car, two at the front and three at the back, they can signal all sorts of important information to the drivers.
Read MoreWe Need A High-Budget Tuk-Tuk Racing Series Stat
Maybe just swap every Formula 1 chassis for one of these three-wheeled people haulers. It'd certainly make the races more interesting.
Read More1000-HP Mercedes-Benz Limo Has Turbos Bigger Than Your Face, Perfect For Proms
Racing up ski slopes, this twin-turbo-V8-swapped Mercedes limo has strayed about as far from its original purpose is possible, and that's why we love it.
Read MoreWEC Postpones 2026 Season Opener In Qatar Over U.S.-Israeli War With Iran
At least for now, postponing the Qatar race means 6 Hours of Imola will be the first WEC race of the season, taking place in Italy the weekend of April 19.
Read MoreTyler Reddick Is The First Driver In NASCAR History To Open The Season With A Three-Peat
Reddick kept his cool and delivered one of the most stunning road course wins in recent memory.
Read MoreRetaliatory Iranian Bombings May Sideline F1 And WEC Races In The Region
Whatever the FIA decides, I'm sure it will be in the best interest of the FIA, regardless of safety and wellbeing.
Read MoreDo You Have Any Idea How Red Bull Can Afford Two Formula One Teams?
The motorsport world simply wouldn't be the same if it weren't for Red Bull and the huge influx of money the fizzy drinks brand brought.
Read MoreAston Martin Honda Won't Race In Australian Grand Prix, Only Going So It Won't Get Fined
Honda has discovered that the vibrations of its turbocharged V6 engine are causing the hybrid batteries to fail after a surprisingly short number of laps.
Read MoreNobody In IndyCar Can Stop Álex Palou
Palou came home a full 12.49 seconds ahead of pole man Scott McLaughlin. He kept his cool and made it look easy.
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Ram Trucks (1)
2027 ProMaster City Is The Return Of A Bigger Little Ram Van
Keen observers will notice that this is the first production Ram product to wear the company's new logo.
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Reviews (1)
2026 Hyundai Kona Limited Has Bougie Features For Budget Buyers, But Doesn't Offer Driving Fun
Hyundai is known for packing a lot of features and style into an affordable package, and the 2026 Kona is no different.
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Spacelopnik (10)
Starlink Satellite Explodes In Orbit, Yet Another Moment Of SpaceX Engineering Excellence
There are roughly 10,000 Starlink satellites in low Earth orbit, over a third of all the tracked objects in that part of space.
Read MoreWhat To Know About (And How To Watch) NASA's Artemis II Mission To The Moon
NASA says that is a stepping stone to going to Mars. Really, it might just be the most historic thing our species has done since... well, landing on the Moon.
Read MoreNASA Wants Twice-Yearly Flurry Of Missions To Build Moon Base
NASA is gradually becoming a government-funding chamber of space commerce.
Read MorePrivate Company Wants To Bag House-Sized Asteroid For Resources
Science fiction might be becoming science reality: Putting a big net up in space, then using it to catch asteroids, and mine them for valuable materials.
Read MoreNASA Says Screw All This, Is Just Going To Blow Fuel Up Now
NASA is saying this all with a straight face and pretending this is serious work regarding safety, not merely something it wanted to do because why wouldn't it.
Read MoreFCC Chairman Defends SpaceX By Cyberbullying Amazon In Battle Over One-Million Satellite Constellation
Carr's point appears to be that companies shouldn't be using public comments to fight with each other in the regulatory domain.
Read MoreNASA Is Making A Nuclear-Powered Dragonfly Helicopter Straight Out Of Dune
The mission is hoping to give humanity its best look ever at Saturn's moon Titan.
Read MoreNASA Rammed An Asteroid Hard Enough To Change Its Trajectory, Maybe We're Not All Doomed
The spacecraft slowed down the system's 76,000 mph orbital speed... by two inches per hour. We're going to have to punch a lot harder if we want to save Earth.
Read MoreTeen Discovers 1.5 Million Unidentified Space Objects Based On NASA Data
In recognition of his work, Matteo Paz won the prestigious Regeneron Science Talent Search, which includes a $250,000 prize that he's putting toward college.
Read MoreSenate Lays Out Its Biggest Plans For NASA In Years, Accelerating Moon Race And Delaying ISS Termination
For a while, NASA's future looked to be on shaky ground, but this new proposal seems like a fresh vote of confidence.
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Sports Cars (4)
How Dodge Transformed The Viper From Twitchy Beast To Predictable Handler
The first-generation Viper drew the scorn of reviewers who panned its stiff suspension and poor handling. So for generation two, Dodge made adjustments.
Read MoreCallaway's Sledgehammer Corvette Was Faster Than The Veyron 17 Years Earlier
To many enthusiasts, the Bugatti Veyron was a mighty leap forward when it neared 254 mph in 2005. But it never matched the speed of the Sledgehammer Corvette.
Read MoreEddie Van Halen Used His Lamborghini Miura On 'Panama,' Here's What It Looks Like Today
Miuras will always be cool, but this particular Miura comes with more than a hint of rock star about it. Rumor has it, it's a musician in its own right.
Read MoreThe Splinter Is An Honest-To-Goodness Drivable Sports Car Made Of Wood
Some one-off cars have some incredibly unique designs, but perhaps none are quite as unique with their basic building materials as the Splinter.
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Subaru (2)
'Not Dead': Subaru Exec Says There's Lots Going On Behind The Scenes At The Performance Brand
STI, I just can't quit you.
Read MoreSubaru Recalls 70,000 Forester And Crosstrek Hybrids For Fuel Filler Caps That Pass Gas When Temperatures Increase
As temperatures rise the fuel inside the fuel tank to expand, an insufficient seal on the fuel filler cap assembly may allow fuel to leak from the filler neck.
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SUVs and Crossovers (1)
11 Family Cars That Are Ridiculously Overpowered
SUVs and rocket wagons: These are the family cars that will make you feel like you're driving a sports car ... but with plenty of cargo space.
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Technology (11)
Do Owners Find Expensive Torque Wrenches To Be More Accurate Than Bargain-Bin Ones?
With torque wrenches going for anywhere from the $20 range to hundreds of dollars, is it worth it to spend more? Owners certainly have their opinions.
Read MoreCERN Scientists Take Antimatter On Its Very First Road Trip
This is an important step toward enabling other research facilities around Europe to participate in antimatter research.
Read MoreGM Patents A 'Daisy Chain' Charger To Juice Up Multiple EVs At Once
The system could potentially figure out the fastest way to get the cars charged, by prioritizing the cars with the highest voltages.
Read MoreNew Alloy Could Vastly Expand Automotive Use Of Recycled Aluminum
RidgeAlloy has the potential to turn the aluminum sourcing and manufacturing process on its head.
Read MoreWhat's The Performance Difference Between Catted And Catless Downpipes?
You might expect that catless downpipes, which lack a catalytic converter, would outperform catless ones. But as the old song says, it ain't necessarily so.
Read MoreThis Costco Dash Cam Tackles So Many Pain Points, Why Do Reviewers Hate It?
Dash cameras are incredibly useful and growing in popularity among everyday motorists. However, here's why you may want to avoid this camera sold at Costco.
Read MoreThe Benefits Of Diesel Electric Semi Trucks, And Where They Still Fall Short
Efficient diesel electric technology has been in use in railroad locomotives for years, so why hasn't it caught on in the world of semi trucks?
Read MoreFord Patented A Smart Car Door That 'Brakes' Before It Hits Anything
There's an accelerometer to detect how fast the door is opening and a second sensor to see if anything is in the door's path.
Read MoreVolvo Puts Its Money Where Its Mouth Is, Sends UX-Upgrading Over-The-Air Software Update To 2.5 Million Cars
The better-looker infotainment software should be simpler and easier to use, and you'll also be able to add Pilot Assist to cars that didn't have it originally.
Read MoreThis Omni-Directional Monoball Scooter Is Like Riding A Trackball Mouse From 2003
If you've ever wondered what it's like to turn medicine balls into a motorcycle, then downsize to just one wheel, we've got the YouTube channel for you.
Read MoreCan Old Car Phones Still Make Calls? Sure, If You're Willing To Put In The Elbow Grease
If you're willing to learn a few new skills, or if you're already handy with electronics, you might be able to get your 90s car phone working again.
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Tesla (7)
Elon Musk Says Tesla Is Working On Something 'Way Cooler' Than A Minivan
We really haven't heard a peep about what Tesla's plan for its next actual consumer vehicle until now, and it's barely even a crumb.
Read MoreHow Reliable Is A Used Tesla Model S?
If you're in the market for a used EV, you may be considering a Tesla Model S. Before you buy, here's what to know about the electric car's reliability.
Read MoreTesla's Cult Still Can't Tolerate Valid Criticism, Even In The Face Of A Blatant 'Bait And Switch'
Personally, I can't imagine taking Elon Musk at his word in the year of our Lord, 2026.
Read MoreTesla Cybertruck With Autopilot Engaged Tries To Drive Off An Overpass In Freaky Video
This lawsuit comes as Tesla deals with similar accusations from regulators in California that it misrepresented the actual capabilities of Autopilot.
Read MoreStopping Safely At A Railroad Crossing Still Too Much For Tesla's So-Called 'Full Self-Driving' Software
Thankfully, the driver was able to get off the tracks before the oncoming train ruined some unsuspecting paramedic's day.
Read MoreHow Tesla's Perfect-Score Car Forced Consumer Reports To Change Its Ratings System
When a 2015 Tesla got an impossibly good score, Consumer Reports realized there was something missing from its ratings. After all, nothing's perfect.
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The Morning Shift (20)
Average Regular Gas Price Hits $4 Nationwide
In this morning's edition, we're looking at gas prices cracking the $4 mark, as well as GM idling Factory Zero.
Read MoreUltra-Luxury Automakers Are The Real Victims Of The U.S.-Israeli War With Iran
Won't someone please think about what is really being hurt by the U.S. and Israeli's war with Iran?
Read MoreDealers Can Now Get In Trouble If They Advertise Cars That Aren't Actually Available
The FTC is going after dealers that market unavailable vehicles, Jaguar-Land Rover is suspending production for at least two weeks and more.
Read MoreVolkswagen May Shift German Plant Production From Cars To Components For Israel's Iron Dome Air Defense System
Volkswagen wants in on the war machine, new car price hikes are unavoidable if tariffs are going to stick around, and more.
Read MoreSony And Honda End Joint Development Of Afeela EVs
We're looking at the death of Afeela, and the FTC's crackdown on dealership employees' false advertising in social media posts and more.
Read MoreGM Is Testing Eyes-Free Driving In Michigan And California
We're looking at GM's newest autonomy tests, as well as the return of the EV in the European market and more.
Read MoreEuropean Automakers Spent $6 Billion On Tariffs Last Year
We're looking at the tariff costs borne by European automakers, as well as the desire for Chinese EVs among U.S. car buyers and more.
Read MoreTesla Dodges 2-Million-Car Recall
We're looking at Tesla avoiding a multi-million-car recall, and Chrysler's new boss needing to actually do something with the nameplate and more.
Read MoreUber And Rivian Team Up On $1.25 Billion Robotaxi Gamble
We're looking at Rivian's new team-up with Uber on robotaxis, as well as the war on Iran's effects on Japanese supply chains and more.
Read MoreSoaring Gas Prices Could Send Buyers Crawling Back To EVs And Hybrids
Rising gas prices are making buyers rethink their aversion to EVs and hybrids, Bentley is cutting nearly 300 jobs due to tariffs and the EV rollback, and more.
Read MoreTrump's Tariff Schemes Have Cost Automakers Over $35 Billion So Far
President Trump's ill-advised tariffs have cost the automotive industry over $35 billion so far (and that cost is definitely getting passed on to you.)
Read MoreJanuary's EV Registrations Fell 41% As The Full Weight Of Trump's Policy Changes Hit Home
Electric vehicle registrations fell off a cliff to begin the year, history says the war with Iran will be disastrous for our auto industry, and more.
Read MoreHonda Is Done With EVs In The U.S.
We're looking at the end of Honda EVs in the States, as well as U.S. buyers' love affair with cheap used EVs and more.
Read MoreNew Car Prices Are Too High, And It's Everyone's Fault
We're looking at why new cars are so expensive, and how many of them are sitting around dealer lots.
Read MoreVolkswagen Group's Miserable 2025 Saw Operating Profits Fall By More Than 50%
Volkswagen lost billions of dollars in 2025 as it dealt with U.S. tariffs and dwindling global demand and more.
Read MoreSaudi Arabia Is Trying New Methods To Keep Selling Oil
We're looking at Saudi attempts to keep moving oil, as well as dealer attempts to keep moving EVs and more.
Read MoreU.S.-Israeli War With Iran Is Making Life Hard For Automakers Around The Globe
Well, at least it's Friday.
Read MoreNo One Knows How To Plan For The World After 2028
The future may be bright, but that could be fire or just toxic smog haze.
Read MoreEurope's Auto Suppliers Are In Real Trouble
We're looking at the state of the European auto supplier industry, as well as an odd counterpoint to rising gas prices due to war with Iran.
Read MoreU.S.-Israeli War With Iran Is Going To Cost You At The Gas Pump
In this morning's edition, war, good God y'all, what is it good for? Raising gas prices, again.
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Toyota (5)
Why Toyota Ditched The Blue Badges For Its Hybrids
Toyota's blue badges arrived in 2009 when the third-generation Prius was launched, but they have quietly been dropped. We decided to find out why.
Read MoreWhy Toyota Only Built Two Convertible 2000GTs
The Toyota 2000GT was rare, even when it was new, but the convertibles were so scarce just two were ever made. We decided to find out exactly why.
Read MoreA Bone-Stock Mk4 Toyota Supra Kinda Sucks To Drive, Actually
The Supra is kind of boring if you don't modify it. You might think a Supra will make you Dom Toretto, but his car was seriously modified, too.
Read MoreThe EPA Just Named The Most Fuel-Efficient Automaker, And It's Not Toyota
Toyota has a reputation for being gas-stingy, but it's actually in fourth place in the EPA's latest mileage rankings. Still, overall, mileage keeps increasing.
Read More2026 Toyota RAV4 GR Sport Costs Less Than $50,000 — Barely
At $49,950 to start, the GR Sport is only $1,300 more than the XSE plug-in hybrid.
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Trainlopnik (1)
Abraham Lincoln's First Ride In This Luxurious Presidential Train Car Was Also His Last
The 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln, rode a train made specifically for him during his final year of life — after it had already ended.
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Transportation (1)
What Those Gaps Along Highway Bridges Are Really Designed To Do
If you see a gap in a concrete highway bridge, don't fret. It's probably not a sign of a defect; more likely, it's there to help the bridge survive.
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Trucks (4)
Class 6 Vs. Class 8 Semi Trucks: What Are The Differences Between Them?
A truck is a truck, right? Not where the federal government is concerned. There are important difference among its classifications of semi trucks.
Read More7 Old-School V8 Trucks That Are Dirt Cheap Right Now
The price of anything new or recent has skyrocketed, but there are bargains to be had among the older V8-powered pickups. Here are seven kinds to look at.
Read MoreCan Semi Truck Tires Be Plugged?
Truckers have places to go and things to deliver. When they get a flat tire, it's urgent that their tires be repaired both quickly and safely.
Read MoreThese Are The 2026 Pickup Trucks That Can Tow The Most
Modern trucks are vastly more capable than their counterparts from a generation ago, and these are the models that are best at towing and trailering.
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Unpaved (4)
Do Dirt Roads Even Have Speed Limits?
Dirt roads can be difficult for some vehicles to drive on, so you might think there's no reason for them to have speed limits. But that's far from the truth.
Read MorePorsche Cayenne Ultra EVO Pre-Runner Is Ready To Take On The Desert With 650 HP And 8 Extra Inches Of Girth
Reworking a Cayenne Turbo with a carbon widebody, long-travel suspension, and a 650-hp version of the original V8 makes for one hell of a luxury off-roader.
Read MoreOff-Roaders Left With Just 3,800 Miles Of Trails After Judge Shuts Down 2,200 Miles To Preserve An Endangered Keystone Species
Hopefully this court order will help the desert tortoise population rebuild, to regain the delicate natural balance of the Mojave.
Read MoreChinese SUV Beats Lexus GX, Toyota Land Cruiser In Off-Road Test
The GWM Tank breezed through the same roller test that proved too much for the Toyota and the Lexus.
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Wrenching (33)
How Spark Plugs Can Improve (Or Devastate) Your Fuel Economy
Spark plugs are pretty crucial to internal combustion engines, but can swapping old plugs for new ones really improve your car's fuel economy?
Read MoreMan Pays For Mustang Restoration, Gets Car Back In Pieces Five Years Later
We've heard some pretty horrible mechanic stories over the years, but this may be one of the worst.
Read MoreHere's How To Decipher The Different Grades Of Motor Oil
If you're in the auto parts store wondering what all the codes mean on bottles, then you are not alone. Here's our handy guide to deciphering the digits.
Read MoreYes, Size Affects Performance (We're Talking About Spark Plugs)
Fitting bigger spark plugs might sound like a recipe for improving power output, but it can have catastrophic consequences for your engine.
Read MoreWhat's The Difference Between An Idler Pulley And A Tensioner Pulley?
If you're even remotely interested in wrenching, you've probably heard of idler and tensioner pulleys, but if you're unsure which is which, step right this way.
Read MoreThis Harbor Freight Storage System Will Revolutionize Your Garage Organization
Nothing kills the momentum of a DIY project faster than a missing tool. Harbor Freight's Bauer modular storage system might be just what you need, here's why.
Read MoreA 3D Printed Aventador Proves You Would In Fact Download A Car
Once you've picked up the 3D-printed Lambo body, you'll need to download an engine, drivertrain, interior, wheels, and basically everything else.
Read MoreCuban Man Converts Polski Fiat To Run On Charcoal To Get Around U.S. Oil Blockade
With a U.S. oil blockade in place, there are very few options for Cubans who require transportation, and this mechanic's solution is to use charcoal.
Read MoreYou Can Actually JB Weld A Broken Connecting Rod Back Together In A Pinch
What can't JB Weld do?
Read MoreChasing Tornados In An Oldsmobile Toronado May Not Be Safe, But It Is On Brand
Turning a rusty Oldsmobile Toronado into a Tornado-chasing vehicle probably isn't the safest strategy, but the names are just too close not to.
Read MoreRecycling Motor Oil Isn't Just The Law, It's Great If You Like Living On Earth, Too
We've probably all heard that we should recycle motor oil, but why is it so important for the environment? And what happens if we fail to do it?
Read MoreHow Catastrophically Bad Is Rod Knock For Your Engine?
If you hear a knocking sound from the bowels of your engine, it could be rod knock, but what exactly is it, and just how catasrophic can it be?
Read MoreHere's What To Know When You're Considering A Diesel Swap
Switching from a gasoline engine to a diesel-powered setup is an enticing possibility, but it requires a lot more work than you might think.
Read MoreStay Tuned Is YouTube's Most Eclectic Hot Rodder By Far
Tony Angelo has been building fast and somewhat sketchy cars for longer than many of you reading this have been alive.
Read MoreIt'll Be A Cold Day In Hell Before You Catch Me Riding This 100 MPH Electric Scooter
Three electric motors and a massive box frame make this home-built scooter an insanely fast creation, but that doesn't mean we'd want to ride it.
Read MoreMy Porsche 996 Turbo Has A New Interior And This Is The Best Day Ever
Getting the interior of your Porsche 996 Turbo completely refinished is a stressful (and expensive) process, but the results can be very rewarding.
Read MoreHow A $1200 BMW X5 From Ohio Became The Wildest Off-Roader In Los Angeles
From an unassuming, luxurious family SUV to one of the wildest off-roaders you've ever seen, Mike Day's BMW X5 has had one hell of a transformation.
Read MoreThe Saga Of This Cheap Bentley Flying Spur Shows Off Just How Tough Volkswagen's W12 Can Be
It withstood years of overheating, enough to stretch head bolts and damage a coolant tank, and is still running as smoothly as it did two decades ago.
Read MoreNeglecting Your Spark Plugs Does More Damage Than You Think
Spark plugs might sound small and inconsequential, but neglecting to change them can have serious and expensive repercussions for your engine.
Read MoreWhy You Might Want An Oiled Air Filter Vs. A Dry One
What's the difference between oiled and dry air filters, and which type is better? It boils down to your needs and preferences — here's what you need to know.
Read MoreVolkswagen's Component Locking Makes Home Repairs Too Expensive To Be Feasible
Volkswagen's got a software fix to lock you, your car, and your wallet into a dealer repair.
Read MoreWhat Causes Spark Plugs To Turn Black?
Reading spark plugs is becoming a bit of a lost art.
Read MoreHonda's New U.S. Heritage Program Stars With Reproduction NSX Parts
The reproduction parts will be manufactured with "the same materials and production methods that were used for the original parts" where possible.
Read MoreThis Car Is Powered By Vapes, But Not The Way You Think
Free energy is tempting, but don't try this at home.
Read MoreSigns Your Car's Nuts And Bolts Weren't Torqued To Spec
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