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Used GMC Models To Avoid, According To Consumer Reports
GMC is known for producing a rugged line of vehicles, but not all of its cars are worth buying. These are the models that Consumer Reports recommends avoiding.
Read MoreDoes Maserati Deserve Its Bad Reputation? Here's What Owners Say
Maserati is legendary in the luxury car space. However, the brand has a reputation for poor reliability. Here's what owners have to say about that reputation.
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Can A Depreciated Fleet Vehicle Be A Wise Purchase?
Fleet vehicles depreciate quickly, making them relatively cheap. However, before investing in one of these cars, make sure you understand the pros and cons.
Read MoreWhy Some Automakers Don't Care That You Hate Subscriptions
An overwhelming majority of Americans hate subscriptions. Nevertheless, some automakers persist in the face of all this adversity.
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Here's How Much A 2021 Mazda CX-30 Has Depreciated After 5 Years
The 2021 Mazda CX-30 slots in between the CX-3 and the CX-5 in Mazda's SUV range, but how well has it held its value over the past five years?
Read MoreWhy Being Last On Consumer Reports' List Of Safest Cars Doesn't Mean A Car's Unsafe
Consumer Reports' ranks cars on the basis of safety, but that doesn't necessarily mean the cars toward the bottom of the list won't protect you in a crash.
Read MoreCash Vs Credit: Here's How Experts Think It's Best To Pay For A Car In 2026
Choosing between paying cash and financing a new car purchase can be challenging. Here's what experts say is the smartest move in 2026.
Read MoreI'm A High Schooler Looking For A Cheap Project Car! What Should I Buy?
Xavier lives in Michigan and, unlike most high-school kids he wants to deep dive into a project car. With a budget of $5,000, what car should he buy?
Read MoreConsumer Reports Says EV Reliability Is Still A Problem For These Reasons
In many ways, electric cars are less complicated than combustion-powered vehicles, so that should make them more reliable, right? Not necessarily.
Read MoreConsumer Reports May Like These Hybrids, But Won't Recommend Them For Saving Gas
Buying a hybrid might sound like a surefire way of saving money on gas, but Consumer Reports says you might want to think twice before taking delivery.
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How To Respond If A Cop Pulls You Over And Claims They Smell Weed, According To A Lawyer
Be polite but clarify whether you're free to go or being detained, and if you're being detained, that's when you (politely) ask for your lawyer and shut up.
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Why Superchargers Can't Touch The Efficiency Of Turbochargers
From a distance, superchargers and turbochargers can seem similar — so why are turbochargers so much more efficient?
Read MoreThe Key Performance Differences Between Aluminum And Copper Radiators
Over the years, different vehicles have been fitted with radiators made from aluminum, copper, and even brass, but what's the reasoning behind it?
Read MoreThis Astronaut Drove The First Mid-Engined Car, Then The Sports Car World Followed
The first mid-engined car did not come from a big player, but it was still appealing enough to draw the attention of one of the world's most famous astronauts.
Read More10 Wickedly Cool Carroll Shelby Cars That Made The Man A Legend
Carroll Shelby was an iconic figure in American automotive culture whose cars spoke for themselves. Here are 10 of coolest car he helped create.
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Did GM Screw Up By Not Making Corvette Its Own Brand?
For a hot minute, it looked like Corvette would become a separate brand from Chevy. Was not making that move a big mistake? Read, then take our poll.
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How Thick Does Lake Ice Have To Be To Support A Car's Weight?
It's a nine-inch minimum for a small car.
Read MoreWhat Will You Learn At A Defensive Driving Course (That Could Also Save Money On Your Insurance)?
"Defensive driving" may sound like it's all about driving slowly, but there's more to it than that. And taking a class can bring you a welcome discount.
Read MoreThis Test Shows How Bullet Resistant Tires Can Be
What's the best way to find out how well a tire can stop bullets? Why not line up a bunch of rugged tires and fire increasingly heavy ammo at them.
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The 10 Vehicles Most Likely To Get Stolen In The US
There are lots of "most stolen" lists, and they include many popular cars. But if we measure likelihood of theft a different way, the results change.
Read MoreThese Are The Top 10 Most Stolen Cars Of 2025 (Yes, The Altima Is On There)
The number of car thefts in the U.S. dropped in 2025, but the crime wasn't eradicated completely. These are the vehicles thieves targeted most frequently.
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Before He Changed The World With Inexpensive Cars, Henry Ford Was The Fastest Man On Four Wheels
When the Ford Motor Company was in its infancy, Henry Ford made a high-stakes, high-speed marketing decision to try and put the company on the map.
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Ford's 6.0L Power Stroke Has A Reputation: Here's What's Actually True
The Ford 6.0-liter Power Stroke gets a bad rap in the diesel sphere, but is it really that terrible? Here's the truth about this particular engine.
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Why Replacing The Air Filter In Modern Cars Improves Performance But Not Fuel Economy
Some mechanics might try to sell you a new air filter, claiming a clogged one will hurt gas mileage, but for most customers, that probably isn't true.
Read MoreThe Difference Between Projector And Reflector Headlights Is Illuminating
If you're thinking about upgrading your lights, you've probably seen a lot about reflector and projector systems, but what are they? And which is best?
Read MoreHow To Know When It's Time To Repair Vs Replace Your Concrete Driveway
A concrete driveway can be subject to plenty of wear over time. Replacing it entirely could be better, but you might be able to get away with simple repairs.
Read MoreMotor Oil May Not Freeze, But Low Temperatures Can Still Cause Problems
Your engine oil won't freeze when the temperature drops, but that doesn't mean it's immune to the effects of cold weather. Here's what can actually happen.
Read MoreWhy You Should Call Your Local Costco Before You Buy Their Tires Online
Giving your local Costco a call before buying a set of tires from their website is a good idea, and there's no going back once you buy them online.
Read MoreWhat The 3% Rule Means For Your Tires
The 3% rule is something every driver needs to know before swapping to larger or smaller tires to avoid potential costly repairs and voided warranties.
Read MoreHow Do Lifetime Transmission Filters Work (If They Do)?
Many modern cars and trucks come with sealed "lifetime" transmission filters that supposedly never need service, but there's a hidden catch.
Read MoreYes, There Are Different Grades Of Diesel Fuel, Too
We're used to seeing different grades of gasoline, but there are also numerous blends of diesel. Here are the differences between them and when to use each.
Read MoreThese Automakers Offer Mobile Service For Repairs And Warranty Work
Can't make it to the garage to get your car serviced or fixed? Many American, and some foreign, carmakers now will come to you or pick your car up.
Read MoreWhy 3D Printing Is Becoming Invaluable For At-Home Car Repair
It seemed like science fiction not too long ago, but 3D printing is increasingly common for DIY auto repair. Here's what has made the difference.
Read MoreHow Well Does The Tire Sealant Kit That Replaced Your Spare Tire Actually Work? Here's What Experts Say
Not every change signifies progress. So it's worth asking whether losing the spare, its weight, and its cost in favor of a tire-sealing kit was a good move.
Read MoreConsumer Reports' Top USA-Made Cars Could Unlock Some Major Loan Deductions
Interest on car loans is now deductible, though only through the end of 2028, and only if the car is assembled in the U.S. The result could save you big time.
Read MoreWhat Causes Spun Bearings — And Can They Be Fixed?
A spun bearing can cause some of the biggest problems for your car's engine. Multiple factors can lead to it, and will determine whether you can make repairs.
Read MoreWhy Do Rideshare Drivers Need Special Car Insurance?
You're a driver for Uber or Lyft, and you get into an accident. Surely the company's insurance will cover you, right? Ah, but there's a catch or two.
Read MoreMichelin's Longest Lasting Tire Has Its Fans, But There's No Such Thing As A Free Lunch
A limited 80,000-mile warranty shows off its biggest plus. But that impressive longevity comes with significant trade-offs in other key areas.
Read MoreThe Science Behind Voorhees Law
The Vorhees law proves driving times in cities is all about luck and stoplights, rather than speed, but where are the numbers to prove it? Ireland.
Read MoreSpark Plug Recycling Is A Thing, Because Iridium Is Too Expensive
In the past, recycling spark plugs was too expensive. However, now, it's possible to extract and reuse the plugs' precious metals. Here's why that's important.
Read MoreThe 6 Car Insurance Companies Customers Leave The Most, According To Consumer Reports
Shopping for cheaper auto insurance is on the rise. And some of the best-known insurers are on the list of companies whose customers are most likely to bail.
Read MoreConsumer Reports Says Giving Premium Gas To Your Car Is A Waste, Not A Little Treat
You may be considering switching to premium fuel in an attempt to gain performance benefits. However, here's why Consumer Reports says that it's a bad idea.
Read MoreHow Oil Filters Can Improve Fuel Economy
Your driving habits affect your mileage, of course. But other things also can make a difference between high and low mpg ... including your oil filter.
Read MoreWhat's The Typical Lifespan Of An Oil Pan?
While car oil pans don't have set replacement intervals, they can become damaged over time. Here's how long you can typically expect an oil pan to survive.
Read MoreHow (And When) To Use A Spark Plug Thread Chaser
A spark plug thread chaser isn't always the answer, but it can make a big difference when you're installing fresh new plugs. There's a process for using it.
Read MoreA Comprehensive And Terrifying List Of Parts That Can Break If You Flat Tow An AWD Vehicle
All-wheel-drive vehicles aren't meant to be towed behind your RV. There are lots of fragile parts involved that can easily be ruined if you make the wrong move.
Read MoreThe Difference Between 4-Low And 4-High When Off-Roading On Rough Terrain
Many four-wheel-drive vehicles have 4-high and 4-low modes. However, these settings aren't the same. Here are the differences between them and when to use each.
Read MoreDiesel Vs Biodiesel Fuel For Your Truck: The Pros And Cons Explained
As fuel prices skyrocket, you may be considering switching from regular diesel to biodiesel. Before you do so, here are the pros and cons of making the change.
Read MoreHere's What Not To Say When Making An Auto Insurance Claim
With millions of car crashes every year, the odds are good that at some point, you'll have to file an insurance claim. Don't make it harder on yourself.
Read MoreIs There Such A Thing As A Depreciated Pagani?
Pagani cars hold their value extremely well, so much so that some say it's impossible for them to depreciate. Here's the truth about Pagani depreciation.
Read MoreHere's How Motor Oil Is Made
Oil is, as we all know, drilled from the ground, but it turns out the oil in your car is a little bit more complicated than the stuff underground.
Read MoreThe Difference Between Efficiency And Miles Per Gallon
The terms "fuel-efficiency" and "fuel consumption" are often used interchangeably, but engineers say there's an important difference between the two.
Read MoreThe Key Differences Between Chip Tuning And Remapping
Chip tuning and ECU remapping are both methods to increase a car's performance. However, they're not the same thing. Here are the differences between them.
Read MoreHere's How To Tell If Your Piston Rings Are Stuck (And What To Do About It)
A stuck piston ring is bad news for your car and its engine. Here's what it actually means and the processes that you may be able to use to fix it.
Read MoreWhy Doesn't Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Work In Extreme Cold?
Diesel exhaust fluid is essential for keeping your engine functioning without letting off too many emissions. But it doesn't do well in the cold; here's why.
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Why 5-60 Is Usually A Superior Performance Metric Than 0-60
The 0-to-60 test is an accepted industry standard, but it doesn't always replicate typical driver behavior. That's where the 5-to-60 test comes in.
Read MoreAre There Times Where Aftermarket Tires Outshine OEM Tires?
Normally, following the manufacturer's recommendations is the best course of action, but when it comes to tires, can you do things differently?
Read MoreIs It True That Low Profile Tires Go Flat More Easily?
Low-profile tires may have their advantages when it comes to handling, but is it true to say they puncture more easily than tires with chunkier sidewalls?
Read MoreIt's Not Your Imagination, Diesel Prices Are Going Up Faster Than Gas Or Oil
While fuel costs have skyrocketed across the board in recent weeks, diesel prices have been rising noticeably faster than gas in the U.S. Here's why.
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Harley-Davidson's Screamin' Eagle Milwaukee-Eight 135 Has Wild Swap Potential
If you like outlandish auto projects, these are the cars that could be excellent candidates for a Harley-Davidson Screamin' Eagle engine swap.
Read MoreHow Did The Milwaukee-Eight Engine Get Its Name?
Harley-Davidson's modern V-twin is called the Milwaukee-Eight, and it's offered in a choice of different displacements. But why does it have that name?
Read MoreThe Pros And Cons Of Tubed Vs. Tubeless Motorcycle Tires
Motorcycle tires come in tubed and tubeless varieties, but which is best for your bike, and what are the advantages and disadvantages of each?
Read MoreWhich Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Work Well For Two Riders?
Hitting the road on a bike with that special someone is a romantic idea, for sure. But it will work far better with some Harleys than it will with others.
Read MoreWhy Harley-Davidson's Switch To V-Twins Was Harder Than Just Adding Another Cylinder
Harley started out with a one-cylinder engine, then after six years added a second cylinder. But getting to an acceptable version proved a bumpy ride.
Read MoreHarley-Davidson's $110K Motorcycle Doesn't Know What The Word Depreciation Means
Some vehicles start losing value the moment they leave the showroom, but this limited-edition bike has held its worth on resale markets amazingly well.
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Forced Labor-Made Goods Are Illegal In Canada, And That Might Be A Problem For U.S. Car Manufacturers
Rules meant to police Chinese imports could - and should - apply to U.S. manufacturing, one Canadian group is arguing.
Read MorePorsche Confirms Gas Macan Is Ending Production This Summer Because Who Needs Cars That Sell?
I'm sure the folks who run Porsche are much smarter than I am, know what they're doing, and everything will turn out fine. Right?
Read MoreTesla's Discontinued Model X Is Now The Fastest Selling Used Car In The U.S.
Tesla's other models also ranked high on the list of fastest-selling used cars last month, including the Model Y and the Cybertruck.
Read MoreUnited CEO Desperately Wants People To Hear Him Out On Mega Merger Despite American Airlines' Rejection
This is a business plan on the verge of becoming fan fiction.
Read MoreThe Choptop Challenge Is The Sketchiest Fun You Can Have On Four Wheels
I'm definitely going to be a repeat Choptop offender. I need this level of reverie in my life. This is real, old-school car fun.
Read MoreI'm Trading My Old Cayenne For An Efficient Commuter! What Should I Buy?
Matt just moved out to the Chicago suburbs and now has a 60-mile commute. He wants an efficient family hauler. With a budget of $30,000, what car should he buy?
Read MoreThe F1 Drought May Be Extended Because Of Rain
If Sunday's race gets suspended or canceled, it would mean an almost two-month-long break for Formula 1 until May 24 in Montreal.
Read MoreThese Cars' Cancellations Left The Biggest Holes In The U.S. Market
Surprise: You complained about more than just a dearth of small pickups.
Read MoreAutomakers Expect $2.3 Billion In Tariff Refunds Whether Trump Likes It Or Not
A big payday is coming for automakers. Anyone care to wager on just how much Trump tariff money makes it back to actual consumers?
Read MoreWhat's The Weirdest Thing You Keep In Your Car?
Maybe you keep a miniature nativity scene made from Sonny Angels hidden away from prying, judgmental eyes in your glove compartment for when you need to smile.
Read MoreAt $16,500, Would You Rally To This 1970 Saab 95 Wagon's Cause?
A lot of work has gone into getting this Saab 95 to where it is today, but is it worth the $16,500 asking price?
Read MoreTow Company Ignores New Laws Specifically Designed To Help Low Income Folks
Small violations, like not displaying a proper parking permit, could get you towed, but that's just the start of the problems with these towing practices.
Read MoreWhat Engine Parts Are Most Susceptible To Carbon Buildup?
Carbon buildup can create some big issues while you're driving. A few engine parts are more susceptible to it than others, so check them regularly.
Read MoreIIHS Study Reveals Drivers Are Significantly More Likely To Use Their Phones While Speeding, Especially On Freeways
IIHS reached these conclusions by analyzing data collected by car insurance companies' safe-driving apps.
Read MoreNew York City Is Putting The 'Park' Back In Park Avenue
Reducing traffic and replacing it with foot paths is a great idea, bringing the street back to its original intent when it stopped being boring old Fourth Ave.
Read MoreVolkswagen ID Polo Debuts With A 280-Mile Max Range, But Tamer Looks Than Its Charismatic Competition
Hopefully some of the ID Polo's features, like its array of physical buttons inside, will make their way to VWs sold in America.
Read MoreBMW Designers Explain Why The New 7 Series Facelift Works So Damn Well
Vice president of design Maximilian Missoni said that an undertaking like this is really "only something BMW could do."
Read MoreCadillac's Miami F1 Livery Is A Good Livery, But Bad For Miami
We love the idea of special liveries for different races, but a vibrant place like Miami deserves a better scheme than this monochrome design.
Read MoreLearn To Drive Like It's The 1970s With This Aetna Drivotrainer Simulator
Can you actually use it to learn how to drive? Without the accompanying screen and instructor, probably not.
Read MoreThese Were Your 2008 Recession Rides
We've had a lot of these once-in-a-lifetime recessions by now, which means we know how to manage through them as best we can.
Read MoreChina Pauses All Self-Driving Permits After Outage
Plus the prevalence of Chinese cars around the Mexican border, VW reconsidering its German production base, and Mercedes' not great first quarter results.
Read MoreWhich Automakers Should Build A New Supercar?
Do you have some good ideas for supercar experts Bugatti or Lamborghini, or do you think a startup like Lucid could give it a try?
Read MoreDriving The 2027 Infiniti QX65 Had Me Thinking 'Oh, For FX's Sake!'
Other than a sloping roofline and some other minor design touches, there's not much that links the QX65 back to the iconic Infiniti FX of the early 2000s.
Read MoreAt $18,500, Is This Low-Mileage 1986 Chevy Corvette The Gold Standard?
What's your take on this C4 and that asking price? Is that too much green to ask for this gold car?
Read MorePorsche Developed A Sedan For Studebaker, And It Even Involved John Z. DeLorean
Porsche didn't always just make Porsches. It was founded as an engineering firm, and it created cars for other brands. Studebaker almost was one of them.
Read MoreAmerica Could Soon Lose The Cheapest Models From Foreign Automakers
The rising cost of importing tariffed vehicles and vehicle parts from countries like Canada and Mexico could mean the demise of several cheap vehicles.
Read MoreThis Has Been The Least Recalled Car Brand For More Than Ten Years
A luxury brand has been leading the least recalled car charts for over a decade, and it still recalls fewer cars than both Toyota and Lexus.
Read MoreThese Are The Best-Selling Cars So Far In 2026
This is a ranking of the top 25 best-selling vehicles in Q1 of 2026 that's is based on estimates from Cox Automotive.
Read MoreAston Martin's Lawyers Put The Kibosh On That Weird Rebodied NC Miata We Roasted Last Week
The listing was taken down following "a trademark claim regarding the Aston Martin badging and description of this car."
Read MoreSpeeed Is Building Anti-Hype Cars For YouTube
It's not a Lamborghini, it's not a big-power turbo car, and it's not some wild big-dollar thing. What it is, though, is finished.
Read MoreWhy The Strongest Bolt Grade Isn't Always The Best For A Safe Car Repair
The stronger the bolt, the safer the car, right? Not necessarily, as some bolts are deliberately engineered as weak points that break under specific loads.
Read MoreThere Are 25 Days-Worth Of Oil Supply Left In The USA, But Don't Panic
Despite being the world's leading oil producer, that oil is often refined into other petroleum products; the U.S. still needs to import oil for gas and diesel.
Read MoreWatch The Talladega Big One Replay In Slow Motion
NASCAR and "Big Ones" go together like peanut butter and jelly — you can have one without the other, but the two together make for one tasty treat.
Read MoreNissan Recalls Nearly 50,000 Cubes That Are Almost Old Enough To Legally Vote Due To Detaching Driver's Airbags
Nissan thinks only 0.002% of the Cubes in this recall contain airbags with the defect, but it's still a safety critical recall given how important airbags are.
Read MoreSuspected Car Thief Spider-Mans Through Underside Of Bridge Trying To Escape Police
After chasing the stolen Civic, police had to shut down the bridge, bring fireboats units into the bay, and bring hostage negotiators to the scene.
Read MoreThese Sedans Need To Be Revived Right Now
Commenters submitted everything from their own personal favorites and critically acclaimed classics.
Read MoreStellantis Employees Complain Of 'Nose Bleeds, Migraines, Vomiting, Skin Issues, Digestive Issues' After Returning To The Office Five Days A Week
Plus, NHTSA says it's not worried about detaching Tesla Model Y steering wheels, General Motors didn't have the best Q1 and Bollinger is coming to an end.
Read MoreWhat Car's Cancellation Left The Biggest Hole In The U.S. Market?
The thing about the Ioniq 6 is, while it was never a major sales success, if you wanted a car that was really, truly weird, it was basically your only option.
Read More9 Affordable Convertibles That Show Automakers Used To Make Cool Cheap Stuff
Convertibles may not be for everyone, but they're hard to beat if you live for the open road. And believe it or not, they weren't always this expensive.
Read MoreAt $8,500, Is This 2008 Cadillac DTS A Stretch Limo That's Not A Stretch To Buy?
What's your take on this money-maker at that $8,500 asking price? Is that price a long way from a bargain?
Read MoreWhat's The Practical Difference Between Pickup Truck Ton Ratings?
If you're in the market for a pickup truck and you're confused by the ton ratings, then fear not. They may not be straightforward, but we're here to help.
Read MoreThis Foldable Space Saving Spare From 1967 Was Too Clever For This World
Over 50 years ago, there were collapsible spare tires available that expanded when air was added, and saved a lot of space in the trunk of your car.
Read MoreReliant Robin Survives Desert, Jungle, War In 14,000 Mile Record-Breaking Journey Through Africa
Asked if they'd ever do it again, Jenks replied, "Absolutely f***ing not."
Read MoreThe SCCA Booted The C4 Corvette From Racing Because It Made Things Boring
The C4 is often maligned by enthusiasts as one of the least desirable generations of the Corvette, but it was a dominant force at the racetrack in its day.
Read MoreHow A Short-Throw Shifter Actually Works
Short-throw shifters reduce lever travel for faster gear changes, but there's more to the story. Here's how geometry and fulcrums actually change your drive.
Read MoreThese Are The Road Trips Worth Taking Even With Expensive Fuel Prices
I just want to get out and see some of the natural splendor of this country before it's strip mined for shareholder value and turned into an AI data center.
Read MoreMarc Marquez Is MotoGP's Most Cunning Rider
Marquez's victory could be described as miraculous. His rivals feel the move is illegal.
Read MoreHow Tiny Airtabs Improve Performance, Fuel Efficiency, And Even Safety For Semi-Trucks
You might have seen semi-trucks with tiny Airtabs lining their body and trailer. These are for more than just show; they also provide great improvements.
Read MoreAstoundingly, Two Separate Companies Tried Rotary-Engined Chainsaws
While most people might know rotary engines for their use in cars, a pair of companies made use of them in chainsaws — and those chainsaws aren't easy to find.
Read MoreNASA Completes The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, Ahead Of Schedule And Under-Budget
Our understanding of our universe will grow in bounds and, very likely, change forever.
Read MoreGoodyear Recalls 69 Eagle F1 SuperSport Tires For Tread That May Separate
The tires in question are maximum-performance summer tires with a Z-speed rating that are the OEM rubber on some sports cars
Read MoreHere's How Much The Big Three CEOs Made In 2025 In Case You Want To Be Mad Today
I'm sorry to ruin your Monday like this, but that's just how it goes sometimes.
Read MoreThese Are The Worst Mistakes Jalopnik Readers Made As Young Drivers
The vast majority of the comments boiled down to not knowing the rules of the road, or simply ignoring them.
Read MoreNissan Is Clawing Its Way Towards Profit
We're looking at Nissan's lower-than-expected losses, and EV companies' refusal to give in on dealer laws and more.
Read MoreWhat Was Your 2008 Recession Ride?
Bonus points if you owned a car that's still made today, and still positioned as a cheap option — we love AOTD picks that are still useful to current readers.
Read MoreAt $12,500, Is This 1964 Ford F-100 A Patina'd Peach?
The classic pickup market is hot right now, but does an unusual transmission make this F-100 a steal?
Read MoreWhy Consumer Reports Called The Acura SLX 'Not Acceptable'
The Acura SLX faced some difficulties in the mid-'90s. Consumer Reports blasted models of that era for the risks it posed to owners' safety.
Read MoreThe Difference Between Street Rods, Hot Rods, And Rat Rods Explained
You've probably heard of hot rods, street rods, and rat rods before, but there are quite a few distinct differences to them beyond their names.
Read MoreWhy Picking A Good Cable For Android Auto Can Be More Complicated Than You'd Think
Android Auto is widely available, but just any USB cable won't do to connect your smartphone with your car. It needs to be the right length, quality, and more.
Read MoreYes, There's A Difference Between Austin-Healey Bugeye And Frogeye Sprites
The entry-level British sports cars may appear identical to the casual observer, but there's a key difference between Austin-Healey's Bugeye and Frogeye Sprite.
Read MoreEnterprise Charges Couple Almost $10,000 For Putting Diesel In Rental Car, And The Story Gets Worse From There
When people started asking questions (i.e. lawyers), as well as Go Public, the rental car giant suddenly decided they were no longer pursuing the claim.
Read MoreWhat Are The Differences Between Billet And Forged Car Parts?
Billet and forged parts might share the same material DNA, but the way they're made determines their performance under pressure. Here's what you need to know.
Read MoreGM Used A Sticker To 'Fix' Minivan Doors That Whacked Peoples' Heads
With the swept-back door design, it was pretty easy to nail your noggin on the sharp door frame before you stepped into one of the GM minivans.
Read MoreBrake-By-Wire Sounds New-Fangled, But It's Been Around For 25 Years
If brake-by-wire doesn't sound like a new thing to you, that's because it isn't. So how come everyone is talking about it again and what is Bosch up to?
Read MoreCar Colors Used To Be So Cool, They Inspired Guitar Companies To Use Them, Too
Today's cars are mostly in grayscale shades, but automakers used to be way more creative. In fact, their palettes inspired some of the most iconic guitars ever.
Read MoreMini Has Been Making Drivers Smile For 25 Years Today, And I'm So Glad
Here's to another 25 years of whimsical, fun, go-kart-like motoring done only the way Mini can.
Read MoreThe Brief And Annoying Period Where Car Ads Bragged About 0-50 Times
You're probably familiar with the 0-60 mph times used to measure acceleration. But there was a time when automakers sought to rely on 0-50 times instead.
Read MoreHow Bernie Madoff's Ponzi Scheme Helped End This Storied American Automaker
Bernard Madoff seemed the height of respectability in 2008, but he was secretly scamming his investors. Among them was the owner of a famous car brand.
Read MoreWhy Are Oil Leaks Common In Air-Cooled Porsches?
Old cars aren't always especially reliable, and air-cooled Porsches are famous for leaking oil, but is it just a myth, or is it a real issue?
Read MoreHow Engineers Made An Engine That Ran On Gas And Diesel At The Same Time
Trying to mix gasoline and diesel in most engines will only lead to problems in the long run. But engineers have found a way for the fuels to coexist.
Read MoreThe Most And Least Expensive Cars From These 6 Automakers
From the least-expensive cars you can buy today to seven-figure ultra-exclusive hypercars, there's a widening gap between what's cheap and what's expensive.
Read MoreA Miami Waitress Allegedly Claimed $180,000 Per Month Income To Finance C8 Corvette, Mercedes S560, And More
The idea was to buy a bunch of cars in quick succession, using fraudulent information, before the purchases show up on a credit report, then bail.
Read More9 Of The Greatest V8 Diesel Engines Ever Built And The Vehicles They Powered
Mighty V8 diesels come from a variety of brands, both foreign and domestic. Several of them spring from the holy war between Ford and Chevy.
Read MoreFlorida Man (The Governor) Announces State Funds Will Go To Hubs For Flying Cars
That is, if that future ever exists.
Read MoreWhat Is Turbulent Jet Ignition And How Is It Different From An Everyday Spark Plug?
Originally used in Formula 1 engines, Turbulent Jet Ignition allows Stellantis models to produce impressive power even with smaller engines. Here's how.
Read MoreWith How Gas Prices Are Going, Bet You Wish Thorium-Powered Cars Had Become Real
Gas prices have become terrible in recent years, but some thorium-powered concepts promised to eliminate the need for it. They never came to pass, though.
Read MoreAre Modern Truckers Still Using CB Radios?
One of the biggest use cases is local travel advice and warnings about accidents and other road hazards.
Read MoreWhen Gas Hits $10 A Gallon, What Road Trip Is Still Worth Taking?
What's your best road trip, gas prices be damned?
Read MoreD.C. Car Theft Ring Allegedly Used $500 Tool To Steal Over 100 Cars
The inexpensive key-programming device was used to steal vehicles before the plates were switched out, the VINs were changed, and the GPS devices were reset.
Read MoreThis Long-Tail LaFerrari Prototype Is What Ferrari's LaFerrari Would Look Like If It Actually Looked Cool
Built over a year before the first LaFerrari models were delivered to owners, the raw and stunning prototype was known internally as the F150 Mulotipo MP1.
Read MoreIs Somebody Hunting America's Aerospace Engineers And Scientists?
It's hard to see how all of these cohere into some sort of grand design, or what the purpose of that design might be.
Read MoreThese 7 Heavy-Duty Vehicles Are Perfect For Your Next Side Hustle
With how high prices are these days, who doesn't need a side hustle? From reefer trucks to retired ambulances, here are seven overqualified rigs for the job.
Read MoreNissan Stagea, Honda Gold Wing, Jeep Wagoneer: The Dopest Cars I Found For Sale Online
Negotiate, grab cash from the bank, and buy yourself a new car.
Read MoreWedgetastic Hyundai Ioniq V Sedan Is Designed For China, But Will Influence Future Hyundais We Get
This is the first of 20 new models that Hyundai will introduce in China in the next five years, with the goal of 500,000 annual sales.
Read MoreSubaru Finally Built A Turbocharged AWD BRZ, But It's Only For Rally Racing In Japan
Called the Subaru Boxer Rally Spec.Z, it will compete in the All Japan Rally Championship starting with its upcoming third round.
Read More86-Year Old Woman Is Convicted After Typing An F Instead Of An S On Her Car Insurance Paperwork
She wrote an F instead of an S, causing the UK's Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency to revoke her car insurance.
Read MoreRicardo Montalbán's Coachbuilt Jaguar XK140 Is A Real Italian Beauty, Lacks Rich Corinthian Leather
Coachbuilder Carrozzeria Ghia transformed this Jaguar XK140 into a rare, beautifully styled piece of rolling art, and it's crossing the auction block very soon.
Read MoreStellantis Says It's Going To Try Really Hard At Four Of Its 14 Brands
The thing is, though, Filosa isn't the least bit interested in shuttering any of the world's fourth-largest automaker's brands.
Read MoreFord Dropped The 'Shelby' Name Because Of — You Guessed It — Money
Contrary to popular belief, Ford doesn't actually own the Shelby name. Those rights belong to Shelby America, and Ford just pays them to use the name.
Read MoreNo-Fun Finns Penalize Pilots For Penis-Shaped Flight Paths
The pilots, trainees for the Finnish Air Force, were behind the yoke of two Grob G 115 single-prop aircraft on April 13 when they made their artistic detours.
Read MoreThese Are The Single Things You Would Change About Your Cars
I must say, I'm impressed by all of your eagerness to share the little quibbles you have your cars.
Read MorePorsche Drops Its 45% Stake In Bugatti Rimac As It Scrambles To Save Money
Porsche is completely pulling out from Bugatti and Rimac as it focuses on the "core business." Trump says the feds may just buy Spirit Airlines, and more.
Read MoreWhich Sedans Need To Be Revived Right Now?
Market and political forces could be prompting manufacturers to produce more sedans, and we want to know which ones you think should come back first.
Read MoreAt $7,500, Is This 1996 Winnebago Vectra Grand Tour A Pretty Big Deal?
This extra-large Winnebago needs a bit of cosmetic repair, but does $7,500 sound like the right price for a house on wheels?
Read More2026 Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric Is Here Because 40% Of Cayenne Buyers Go For The Coupe
It's launching with the same base, S and 1,139-horsepower Turbo trims as the regular Cayenne Electric, with prices that start at around $5,000 more.
Read MoreIt's One Thing For A Moose To Wreck Your Car, But Someone Stealing The Meat Goes Too Far
After getting a ride home and returning to the scene just a few hours after the crash, the moose was gone.
Read MoreMorgan Supersport 400 Is The Company's Most Powerful Vintage-Look Roadster Yet
Nearly 400 horsepower ought to be enough to make the new Supersport 400 drive as good as it looks.
Read MoreMotoGP Makes The Peak Of Racing Approachable
Exciting, complex, and utterly approachable, MotoGP races offer a lot more entertainment for the money than Formula 1.
Read MoreOur Long National Nightmare Is Over: First-Gen Renault Twingo Added To 'Gran Turismo 7'
I genuinely don't think you can call yourself a car enthusiast if you don't like the Twingo. It's just perfect.
Read MoreI'm An Empty Nester Who Needs An Electrified Ride! What Should I Buy?
Mark is an empty-nester in Pittsburgh, He wants something electrified for local errands and campus visits. With a budget of $60,000, what car should he buy?
Read MoreEven SpaceX Doesn't Believe SpaceX's Hype About Space AI And Moon Cities
Remember those halcyon days when SpaceX believed it was on the cusp of transforming humanity?
Read MoreSean Duffy Wants $10 Billion For AI Air Traffic Control Software
Duffy envisions this hypothetical software as a way to reschedule flights without human intervention.
Read MoreThese Are The Cheap Cars You Could Afford With Your Tax Refund
The top answer involves at least 60 days of living large before reality rolls up in a flatbed truck.
Read MoreElon Musk Once Again Teases A Roadster That'll Never Come, But It Doesn't Matter Since Profits Are Up
Elon Musk is talking Roadster malarky again and touting a $25 billion bet on AI as Tesla beats Wall Street expectation, and more, non-Elon, news
Read MoreWhat's The Worst Mistake You Made Behind The Wheel When You Were A New Driver?
Get the conversation flowing and we'll have a great day of ribbing each other over our youthful stupidity.
Read MoreAt $41,800, Is This 2023 Nissan Z A Six-Speed Steal?
What do you think? Is this Z Performance worth the $41,500 asking price? Or is that, and all the "firm price" postering simply performative?
Read MoreA Fleeing Suspect Totaled A NY Woman's Car. Here's Why Her Insurance Policy Left Her Holding The Bag
An armed robbery at a 7/11 where shots were fired, led to a foot chase, followed by a carjacking, and then a big crash that involved three unoccupied cars.
Read MoreIf You've Ever Wanted A More Dangerous Miata With Weird Aston-Inspired Styling And An Automatic, Now's Your Chance
Beneath this one-off's uncanny valley Aston Martin exterior hides an unmodified NC Miata
Read MoreAcura To End IMSA GTP Effort After 2026 Season As Economic Recession Rages
Acura's departure from the series could be the first crack in the dam, with other manufacturers potentially to follow.
Read MoreThese 7 Brand New Motorcycles Still Haven't Made The Switch From Carbs To Fuel Injection
Most modern motorcycles make use of fuel injection for the incredible power the system can provide. But a few still rely on carburetors even today.
Read MoreFirst Production Rivian R2 Drives Off The Line Just Days After A Tornado Hit The Factory
Customer deliveries will begin later this spring, with the first R2s being the 656-hp Performance model that starts at $59,485.
Read MoreThe Knight Sleeve Valve Engine Was Charmingly Weird
Have you ever heard of the Silent Knight? It was a unique engine that ditched noisy valves for a weirder, quieter, and more complex design that guzzled oil.
Read MoreSmart Pushes Out #2 Concept Previewing Next-Gen Fortwo
Smart's new city car is only 3.9 inches longer than the Fortwo it replaces, and it will have almost triple the electric range.
Read MoreDC Allows Audi Q5 To Rack Up $260,000 In Unpaid Tickets Before Finally Towing It Away
Now, we're not saying all black Audis are driven by recklessly well-funded speeders, but this has happened twice.
Read MoreTrump Set To Hand $500 Million Bailout Loan To Spirit Airlines
The President's desire to save Spirit seemingly emerged out of the blue earlier this week.
Read MoreThese Are Your Favorite Cars Named After Animals
The best part of this question were all the unexpected things I learned along the way.
Read MoreGM Throws In The Towel On Future Electric Trucks
We're looking at the end of GM's electric truck plans, Tesla scrambling to fix lackluster sales in India, Amazon's car sales flopping, and another Ford recall.
Read MoreAn Acura Integra Type S On Blizzaks Is The Ideal Winter Vehicle If You're Looking For Silly, Goofy Fun
Other vehicles are probably better-equipped for dealing with winter weather, but few can deal with it while also being such a blast.
Read MoreWhat's One Thing You Would Change About Your Car?
Once you finally find the right car, it can be difficult to admit that it's not perfect.
Read More2027 BMW 7 Series Gets A Facelift That Would Make Any Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon Jealous
The G70's interior gains BMW's new Panoramic iDrive and "free-cut" screen, and the i7 has a more efficient powertrain with a longer range and faster charging.
Read MoreGunther Werks Project Endgame Is A Gorgeous But Slightly Cringey Speedster Inspired By Iron Man
The 24-karat gold shift knob even has six Infinity Stone-like gems denoting the shift pattern.
Read MoreAt $6,990, Would You Unleash Your Inner Cruella In This 1996 Cadillac DeVille?
What do you say? Would this DeVille be the talk of the town at $6,990? Or is the devil in the details?
Read MoreChoose Joy With This Nissan Juke Nismo RS That Even Has A Manual Transmission
The Nissan Juke Nismo RS probably isn't your dream car, but this weird and unloved car could bring a bit of whimsy and happiness to your life.
Read MoreF1 Teams Unanimously Agree To Midseason Rules Tweaks
When push comes to shove, F1 can't truly experiment anymore because one of the championship's many vested interests will threaten to derail everything.
Read MoreKeanu Reeves Raced This Supercharged Scion tC, And Now You Can, Too
If you've already jacked into the Matrix and downloaded the good driver file, maybe you'll want to pick up this wild factory-built racer for a song.
Read MoreThis Is The Cheapest New American Subcompact SUV You Can Buy
The Chevrolet Trax is the cheapest new subcompact SUV from an American brand. But how does it stack up against rivals like the Hyundai Venue and Nissan Kicks?
Read MoreWhy Did Ram Switch Back To The CP3 Pump?
When the 2019 Rams were introduced in 2019, their 6.7-liter diesel engines used CP4.2 injection pumps, before reverting to the CP3, but why did they switch?
Read MoreSpirit Airlines Seeking Bailout In Desperate Bid To Avoid Collapse
Spirit was in trouble long before tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz became a target in the latest forever war.
Read MoreAmericans Love Drive-Throughs So Much We Even Have Drive-Through Voting
In certain states, mobility-challenged voters who may not be be able to stand in line could cast their ballots without ever leaving their vehicle.
Read MoreThis Old Detroit Cemetery Is Only Open Twice A Year After A Car Factory Swallowed It
Beth Olem Cemetery, a relic of the past when Hamtramck was nothing but farmland, still remains.
Read MoreGM Patents Tech That Monitors How You're Loading Your Pickup Truck So It Can Tell You You're Doing It Wrong
The system could detect uneven loads, or loads that exceed a truck's payload, factoring in suspension compression and whether the trick is parked on a slope.
Read More'There's A Bubble': Car Payments Are Hitting Record Highs
Stay well, drive safe, spend reasonably. Or don't, I'm not your dad.
Read MoreThe Subaru X-100 Was The Plane-Shaped Car Designed To Cross The U.S. On A Single Tank Of Gas
The Subaru X-100, a one-off concept built with one purpose in mind: to drive across the U.S. on a single tank of gas, getting 100 MPG in the process.
Read MoreDUI Suspect's 'I Need The Booze To Stay Awake' Excuse Somehow Fails To Convince Cop
It was a smart strategy, since every officer knows the mild euphoric effects of ethanol consumption can cause drinkers to feel slightly more alert.
Read MoreMakeup-Applying Cop Who Ran Over Sleeping Man And Dragged Him To His Death Won't Face Charges
What makes this situation even worse is that witnesses had already called 911 and tried to warn Officer Devone.
Read MoreAfeela Is Dead, But Sony And Honda Are Still Pretending They're Automotive Partners
We're looking at the slow death of Sony Honda Mobility, as well as targeted pricing for the new Nissan Xterra, VW downsizing production, and more.
Read MoreThese Are The Ultimate Stealth Wealth Cars Currently On Sale
If your car is on the list, would you mind Venmoing me a couple bucks? Thanks in advance.
Read MoreBear Suit Car Insurance Fraudsters Get Six Months Behind Bars
The fraudsters just got their day in court, and it didn't end beary well.
Read MoreWhat Cheap Car Could You Afford With Your Tax Refund?
The mysterious alchemy of our tax laws will never cease to amaze.
Read MoreTitanic Life Jacket Sells For Over $900,000 At Auction
How much would you pay to own a piece of memorabilia from a historical tragedy?
Read MoreAt $12,500, Is This 1988 Bentley Eight A Class-Spanning Classic?
Once the "affordable" Bentley, does this 80s Eight make sense today?
Read MoreWhat Happens When Two People Try To Buy The Same Car At The Same Time?
Finding the car you love at a dealership can be a great feeling. But if someone else wants that car, too, you might be in for a rough experience.
Read MoreFor Fans Of Antiquated Ways To Power Spark Plugs, Here's How To Set Ignition Points
Back when cars relied on distributors, spark plugs needed ignition points. You'll have to know how to set them correctly if you have a classic.
Read MoreEven A Single DUI Is Setting You Up For Massive Insurance Headaches
Getting a DUI comes with a lot of negative consequences, most of which are extremely costly. Here's how even one DUI can lead to expensive insurance struggles.
Read MoreJennifer Heist Arrested For Stealing Five Harley-Davidsons In New Win For Nominative Determinism
Even with the last name Heist, she couldn't pull the caper off alone.
Read MoreLola T70 Racecars Used To Be So Cheap That George Lucas Bought His Own To Film THX 1138
You might have noticed the Lola T70 being used in "THX 1138." Indeed, at least one model was owned by George Lucas, and he might not have spent a lot on it.
Read MoreSaturn Once Made An SC Turbo, But Not For You
Saturn never made a factory-turbo SC, but when they let their engineers have a go, it got a big dose of forced induction and nearly double the power.
Read MoreHyundai Ioniq 3 'Aero Hatch' Looks Sensationally Funky And Debuts Hyundai's Major Infotainment Overhaul
I mean, come on. How can you not love this thing?
Read More5 Of The Best Folding E-Bikes, According To Consumer Reports
Folding e-bikes are a practical short-distance transport option, whether you chuck one in your trunk or use it to commute, but which one should you go for?
Read MoreBlue Origin Put Satellite Into Wrong Orbit In Bungled Launch
Jeff Bezos' space company had one job and failed spectacularly.
Read MoreTrack-Ready Hyundai Elantra N TCR Is Over $7,500 Cheaper Than A Honda Civic Type R
The 2026 Elantra N TCR starts at $40,495 for the manual-equipped model, or $41,995 if you want the dual-clutch auto.
Read MoreHonda Recalls 440,830 Odyssey Minivans For Rear Curtain Airbags That May Deploy After Hitting A Pothole
The automaker first learned of this defect in 2017, but at the time determined there was no safety risk.
Read MoreJeep Dealership Allegedly Forged Buyer's Signature, Sold Him A Car With 6,200 Added Miles And Tacked On An Extra $5,000 Charges
We talk a lot about bad dealership experiences here at Jalopnik, but this one has to be up there with the worst of them.
Read MoreIf You Just Filled Up Your Tires With Air And The Light Stays On, This Might Be Why
The TPMS light came on, so you checked your tires, and sure enough, they're low. You filled them, but the light didn't go out. There could be several reasons.
Read MoreLos Angeles Car Strippers Leave Porsche 911 A Shell Of Its Former Self
The cops notified the car's owner, and the LAPD says its detectives are on the case.
Read MoreUpcoming Schumacher Short Film Features Homebuilt F1 Car
"The Kaiser" centers on Schumacher's early seasons in F1, his unlikely 1991 debut as a Jordan substitute and his tenure at Benetton over the following years.
Read MoreThese Are The Cars That Can Do It All, According To Jalopnik Readers
The vast majority of the comments boiled down into one of five categories, Porsches, wagons, EVs, hot hatches, and trucks.
Read MoreIf You Get A Dashcam For Insurance Reasons, Don't Forget They're Not Always A Plus
Installing a dashcam to record evidence seems like a great idea, and it may well be, but will having one actually lower your insurance costs? It's complicated.
Read MoreThese Are The Cars You Respect More Now Than When They Were New
It's not a bad thing to change your mind about something, but it can be quite difficult to admit, so I applaud y'all for being vulnerable on main.
Read MoreTesla Reportedly Dodged Hundreds Of Millions In Taxes, Paying Nothing In 2025
We're looking at Tesla's tax dodging, and Europe's turn to EVs. We'll also look at some ill portents for Level 3 autonomy, and Ford's fiery F-150 fallout.
Read MoreWhat's Your Favorite Car Named After An Animal?
It can either be because the car is cool or the name is cool, your justifications are valid, as are (most of) your opinions.
Read MoreAt $42,500, Is This 2021 Karma Revero GT A Reborn Bargain?
A weird hybrid with an equally weird history, but does that make this Karma a sensible buy?
Read More2027 Mercedes-Benz C-Class EV Is The Sedan's Most Substantial Redesign Ever
The C400 4Matic will be the first model on sale in the first half of 2027, with 482 horsepower and a range that should exceed 400 miles.
Read More5 EV Buying Tips I Had To Learn The Hard Way
Modern EVs are more advanced than ever, and there are all sorts of factors to consider before buying one, so get your advice from a seasoned expert.
Read MoreThese Are The Main Differences Between The Toyota GR86 Yuzu And The Subaru BRZ Series.Yellow
The BRZ and GR86 are twins that resulted from a Toyota and Subaru marriage, but the new hyper-yellow versions of both coupes may be even harder to tell apart.
Read MoreThis Many Turbochargers Is Too Many
Depending on how many cylinders your engine has, there's definitely a limit as to how many turbochargers you can add before things get out of hand.
Read MoreDoes Towing Impact How Often You Have To Change Your Oil?
Towing can put your vehicle under a great deal of stress. But does that mean that you'll have to deal with oil changes more often, among other things?
Read MoreWild Wild West Side: Horseback NYPD Cop Chases Down Suspected Purse Thief
Clearly, the NYPD isn't horsing around... I'm so sorry.
Read MoreHow Reliable Is A 2021 Tesla Model X?
Tesla is discontinuing the Model X for 2026. Five years later, does a 2021 model hold up well enough to stand the test of time after its production ends?
Read MoreAt Least One Pope Preferred Manual Transmissions
Pope Leo was recently gifted a Ford Explorer Hybrid, but when he was driving around Chicago before the papacy, he was shifting his own gears in a humble sedan.
Read MoreIs One-Pedal Driving Really More Efficient?
One-pedal driving is a feature used in many modern vehicles to regenerate power. But how much efficiency does it actually provide in the long run?
Read MoreIt Seems Your Tesla Will Recognize A 3.5-Inch Floppy Disk Drive
Using audio files on 3.5-inch floppy disks probably isn't the most efficient way to play music in your Tesla, but if you have the right adapter, it can work.
Read MoreHow Goodyear Developed Tires For The Moon
You can't take tires off a car and expect them to work on the moon. In fact, the tires Goodyear developed for 1970s moon missions were quite different.
Read MoreWhy F1 Engines Have Better Thermal Efficiency Than Regular Car Engines
Formula 1 cars have some excellent thermal efficiency, with even the best mainstream cars just scraping under their potential. But why is that?
Read MoreFour Turbocharged Production Cars Existed In 1978, And Two Of Them Were Buicks
Alongside a pair of European entries with turbochargers in the late 1970s sat a couple of Buicks, carrying forward a banner America had dropped in the '60s.
Read MoreIf We Net Export Petroleum, Why Are Gas Prices Going Up?
America produces more petroleum than it consumes, so it's sometimes described as being 'energy independent.' That's not quite the whole story, however.
Read MoreWhat Might Cause A Diesel Engine To Lose Power (And Possible Fixes)
Diesel engines are capable of putting out plenty of power. But if you don't keep up with maintenance, a few issues could make those engines lose that power.
Read MoreHow To Tell When Your Harmonic Balancer's Gone Bad
There are a few tell-tale signs to look for if you think your harmonic balancer needs to be replaced, and you'll want to make sure it's in good working order.
Read MoreAre Spark Plug Testers Even Remotely Necessary?
Spark plug testers will only help you figure out issues related to spark plugs. Does that make them useless, or is there a point to having them around?
Read MoreThe Technology That Promises To Make Smart Highways A Reality
People have talked about smart highways for decades. The idea always seemed too good to be true, but this new technology promises to make it a reality.
Read MorePhoenix Police Admit Using Mexican License Plates For Unmarked Cars Wasn't The Best Idea
The plates were from impounded vehicles, and Police Chief Matt Giordano has ordered all non-U.S. license plates to be removed from his department's vehicles.
Read MoreHow Ford's Rushed Bronco II Became A Target For Rollover Lawsuits
Ford's Bronco II was marketed towards a younger audience, but it was also released with known issues that led to it being incredibly dangerous.
Read MoreEuropean Tesla Owners Now Have Full Self-Driving, Assuming They Pass A Competency Test
Called "FSD (Supervised) Activation Tutorial," the quiz is meant to ensure drivers understand the system and that they're responsible for vehicle operation.
Read MoreHow Body-In-White 911s Birthed The Seven-Figure Porsche Restomod
The modern world of Porsche restomods wouldn't be what it is today without the vision of Alois Ruf, Jr., whose 1987 CTR Yellowbird changed everything.
Read MoreWhat Happens To Your Insurance If You Crash Into A Really Expensive Car?
If you think basic coverage is enough, think again. Causing a car accident can be financially devastating, especially if you crash into aa luxury car.
Read MoreDo Classic Cars Need Specific Kinds Of Oil?
Classic cars have some very specific lubrication needs. But the specifics on which type of oil they need are a little complicated and depend on wear and age.
Read MoreThe Strategy Behind Cruise Ships' Multiple Diesel Engines Is Unexpectedly Fascinating
Cruise ships make use of a wide array of diesel engines. It might seem like overkill, but their presence is quite important for crew and passengers alike.
Read MoreYou Can Only Have One Car To Do It All, What Are You Buying?
Times are tough, so which set of keys are you keeping?
Read MoreWatch This Twin-Turbocharged Porsche 911 GT3 RS Outrun A Helicopter
The Porsche has the horsepower advantage, but the helicopter is lighter and doesn't have to deal with any traction issues.
Read MoreHere's How Much The 2021 Ford Bronco Has Depreciated In 5 Years
The 2021 Ford Bronco is decently reliable, but how well does that translate into depreciation? The answer you get from estimates might not be the truth.
Read MoreThe Porsche Panamericana's Wheel Arches Looked Like That For Very Practical Reasons
The engineers who built the Panamericana as a gift for their boss included wheel arches inspired by the race that gave the concept car its name.
Read MoreThis $4,000 Honda Accord Build Shows You Don't Need To Blow A Ton Of Money To Have A Cool Car
If you only have a few thousand dollars to spend on a car, you'll need to put in some effort, both in the search and the build, but you can still make it cool.
Read MoreKid Rock Fans Furious After He Cut Small-Town Tour Prices By 50% Because Gas Is So Expensive Now (Definitely Not Because Tickets Weren't Selling)
He worked so hard for so many years to finally become the only musician at a Trump rally whose name people recognize, only to be accused of lying to his fans.
Read MoreGuy Who Climbed The Las Vegas Sphere May Have Been Famous 'Free Solo' Climber Alex Honnold
The stunt is more likely than not some sort of promo shoot for the movie "From the Edge," which is set to premiere at the Sphere sometime later this year.
Read MoreAcura Might Be Done With Racing In IMSA Because The Economy Sucks
Perhaps I'm a pessimist here, but this is the scenario I've been afraid of with all of these manufacturer efforts jump into the GTP/Hypercar competition pool.
Read MoreGordie Howe Bridge Officials Are Trying To Avoid Riling Up 'The Kooks And Crackpots' With Opening Date
Neither Canada nor the United States can afford to have Trump block the opening of the Gordie Howe Bridge.
Read MoreDieter Zetsche Saved Lewis Hamilton's F1 Career And Nico Rosberg's Championship In 2016
In the end, Nico Rosberg won the 2016 World Drivers' Championship by just 5 points over Lewis Hamilton (who cleared Daniel Ricciardo in 3rd by 124 points).
Read MoreŠkoda's Brilliant New Bicycle Bell Penetrates The Noise Cancelling Headphones Of Ignorant Pedestrians
Called the DuoBell, it's aimed at reducing the number of pedestrian and cyclist collisions, which are on the rise thanks to noise-cancelling headphones.
Read MorePilots Meow And Bark At Air Traffic Controllers Below 10,000 Feet, Prompting FAA Investigation
Sadly, you don't have to look that far into the past to see how crucial air traffic control communications are to safe airport operations.
Read MoreFord Is Recalling 1.4 Million F-150s Over Unexpected Downshifts
Ford is once again recalling a bunch of trucks.
Read MoreMost Speedometers Are Inaccurate, But Is GPS Any Better?
It's pretty well established that car speedometers are mildly inaccurate. However, if you're wondering whether GPS is any better, here's what to know.
Read MoreDemand Destruction Is A Terrible Way To Lower Oil Prices
The problem here is that oil is so central to how the modern economy functions that a massive change in overall demand has huge ripple consequences.
Read MoreWhat's The Ultimate Stealth Wealth Car On Sale Today?
To me, the obvious choice here for the ultimate stealth wealth car currently on sale is the Volvo V60 Cross Country for a whole host of reasons.
Read MoreFord CEO Softens On Chinese EVs Coming To America, Says Overseas Partnerships Are A Must
Ford is going to partner up with Chinese automakers to build cars overseas as CEO Jim Farley changes his tune on the idea of their cars landing in the U.S. and more.
Read MoreThese Are The Cars Our Readers Are Always Excited To See
Y'all really came with great answers for this one, and it's nice to see how aligned some of our readers are in their tastes.
Read MoreAt $8,000, Is This Hybrid Recumbent E-Trike The Answer To Gas Price Woes?
Is it time to go green?
Read MoreNew Ford Mustang GTD Competition Variant Sets 11-Second-Faster Nürburgring Time, Beating Everything But Mercedes-AMG One
The GTD Competition has more power, less weight, better tires and improved aerodynamics.
Read MoreConfusing Electric Motorcycles With E-Bikes Is More Than Just Semantics
Electric motorcycles and e-bikes both have wheels and motors. But they're not the same, and knowing the difference could save you a trip to the ER.
Read MoreYour Favorite Artist's Next Album Could Get Some Driver Killed
A new study shows a marked increase in traffic fatalities around the release of popular new albums, but the real cause might be a bit deeper.
Read MoreOops! Woman Lights Cigarette While Driving, Blows Up Her Minivan Carrying A Leaking Propane Tank
Residents near the area said the explosion shook their homes so violently it made pictures fall off the wall. Luckily, the driver is okay.
Read More'Top Gun 3' Is Officially Happening, Hopefully Lewis Hamilton Has Time To Be In This One
The seven-time F1 world champion was offered a role as a pilot in 2022's "Top Gun: Maverick" but had to turn it down because he was too busy racing.
Read MoreGlobal Starlink Outage Tanked U.S. Navy Drone Boat Test
The incident highlights how reliance on a single system could threaten our military capabilities, especially when that system could be shut down by Elon Musk.
Read MorePlug-In Hybrids 'Are The Worst Of Both Worlds' And 'Fast Becoming Irrelevant,' Polestar Boss Claims
Plug-in hybrids offer a mix of gas-powered convenience and electric-powered efficiency, but some automakers believe that the PHEV's time has passed.
Read MoreMercedes-Benz Isn't Capable Of This Level Of Audacity Anymore
In spite of the big wing and copious aero add-ons, this thing isn't about big power and blunt force, as it produced just 232 horsepower.
Read MoreTesla Cybertruck Sales Propped Up By SpaceX Purchases
Sales and production have also fallen short of the 250,000 mark by quite a wide margin.
Read MoreI No Longer Need The Kid Hauler, And Want Something Smaller! What Car Should I Buy?
Kristen's kids are grown and she no longer needs the family car. She wants something around $20,000 that is easy to live with and comfortable on long drives.
Read MoreThe Best Unconventional Advice For Saving Money On Gas, According To Our Readers
Let's take a look at some of the most popular suggestions, both serious and, shall we say, of questionable practicality.
Read MoreThe Pentagon Wants Automakers To Build Fewer Cars And More Weapons
The Pentagon turns to automakers as it looks for more weapons manufacturing, BYD is being accused of labor violations at its newest plant, and more.
Read More2026 Bentley Bentayga's All-Terrain Specification Turns It From Luxury Limo To Battle Wagon
With one simple $5,210 package, the snowy and icy hell that was the New York Metro area was no match for this snow-shoed beast.
Read MoreChevron Exec Says You Should Just Drive Less Instead Of Investing In Renewable Energy
We've built a society and lifestyle around driving, which means folks can't simply drive less, giving this statement from Walz real "let them eat cake" energy.
Read MoreWhat Car Do You Respect More Now Than When It Was New?
As the old adages go, hindsight is 20/20, and we don't realize how good we have it until it's gone.
Read MoreDealership Sues Transportation Companies After Cadillac Escalade-V Vanishes Into Thin Air
There's just something about the Escalade-V that makes it so enticing to steal.
Read MoreAt $26,900, Is This 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage An Amazingly Affordable Exotic?
Would you say that the $26,900 asking price makes this seemingly need-free Aston Martin a cheap-seats-near-exotic?
Read MoreToyota Knows Few Japanese Buyers Want A LHD Made-In-America Tundra Pickup, But It's Selling It There Anyway
A big pickup truck probably won't have much appeal in Japan, especially given the current fuel prices, but Toyota is going to give it a go anyway.
Read MoreEngineering Explained Breaks Down The Oil Change Most Drivers Haven't Heard About
Did you know we have new motor oil now? The change isn't as significant as the switch from conventional to synthetic was, but there's still a difference.
Read MoreThe Pros And Cons Of Turbocharging Vs. Supercharging
Turbochargers are more efficient than superchargers, but they are laggy and can be a pain to install. Will electric superchargers eliminate the trade-offs?
Read MoreMini X Vagabund Turned Two Countrymans Into Stylish Lifted Outdoor Stereos
Mini unveiled two one-off creative collaborations with Austrian design studio Vagabund, building off the brand's most popular model, the Countryman.
Read MoreSouthwest Airlines Teases First Class Seats, Burying Its No-Frills Tradition
Moving Southwest Airlines upmarket is clearly a move to increase revenue, but only time will tell if the carrier's long-time passengers will stick around.
Read MoreRich People Killed America's Affordable Cars
The problem is, in a country where driving is mandatory outside of a few cities, that leaves a huge percentage of the country priced out of new car ownership.
Read MoreTH350 Vs. TH400 Transmissions: What Are The Differences?
General Motors used the TH350 and TH400 transmissions in the '60s. The numbers in their names aren't the only things different about them, though.
Read MoreIndyCar Is Rushing To Replace Its 14-Year-Old Dallara Chassis
IndyCar has put forth plans to start testing prototypes of the new Dallara-built IR28 chassis this summer.
Read MoreTrump Expects The High Gas Prices He Caused To Stick Around Even If He Ends The War He Started
As peace negotiations stall, and there's no exit strategy in sight, even Trump has been forced to admit that prices aren't coming down anytime soon.
Read MoreVQ-Engined Nissans And Infinitis Banned From Car Show Because They Ruin The Vibe
The ban on 350Zs and G35s comes from Supercar Saturday in Omaha, Nebraska, which posted the announcement on Facebook last weekend.
Read MoreThe Margot Robbie And Bradley Cooper-Led 'Ocean's Eleven' Prequel Is Set During The 1962 Monaco Grand Prix And I Couldn't Be More Excited
This should be a great period piece with great wardrobing and some of the best car casting ever seen in a movie.
Read MoreUber Goes All-In On Robotaxis
We're looking at Uber investing in robotaxis, Nissan pushing back against tariffs on Mexican production and more.
Read MoreThese Dead Cars Need To Stay Dead
It's been said that life is all about second chances. Well, I'm here to contend that.
Read MoreWhat Cars Are You Always Excited To Spot?
Bonus points if you share your own photos of the cars in question.
Read MoreNew York Didn't Give The Famous Brooklyn Trar A Chance Before Crushing It
The trar was ticketed at 11:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 7 and crushed just six hours later.
Read MoreAt $8,450, Is This 1978 Datsun 510 Wagon A Blast-From-The-Past Bargain?
hat's your take on this road-trippin' throwback vintage wagon and that $8,450 price tag? Does that feel appropriate given the car's condition?
Read MoreCar Seat Manufacturers Face New Testing Regulations To Keep Kids Safer
Many child seats available in the U.S. already offer some form of side impact protection to meet existing European Union standards.
Read MoreProviding Your Own Oil For An Oil Change Can Save Money, But Don't Just Turn Up With A Bottle
Saving a few dollars on an oil change sounds tempting -- especially right now -- but you can't really just rock up at the garage with your own bottle, can you?
Read MoreFive Florida Men Use Magnets To Steal Diesel, A Money-Saving Tip We Cannot Endorse
Authorities suspect that five men arrested in connection with a diesel fuel theft in Florida may be part of an even larger scheme across multiple states.
Read MoreVolvo V70 Test Drive Ruined By Car Bursting Into Flames
Yesterday, a mother in Rossville, Georgia, had an exceptionally bad car-buying experience when the V70 she was test-driving burst into flames.
Read MoreProject Sendpai Is The 550 Horsepower Electric Truck We All Want
Sendpai is one of those pie-in-the-sky builds that regular folks like you or I dream about.
Read MoreI Can't Believe The New Nissan Juke EV Is A Real Car That Normal People Can Actually Buy
The third-generation Juke is built on the same platform as the Leaf, and it will only be sold in Europe.
Read MoreTesla Gamifies The Advanced Driver-Assistance Software It Wrongly Calls 'Full Self-Driving'
We're finally starting to make our roads safer, but adding a bunch of distracted, streak-chasing Tesla owners to the mix definitely won't help things.
Read MoreHow Japan's Production Culture Helped Toyota Build A Reputation For 300,000-Mile Cars
A company that builds cars able to travel as far as the moon has more going on than just factories and machines. For Toyota, it was rooted in its home society.
Read MoreDelivery Drivers Are More Likely To Speed If You Tip Them More, Study Finds
If you add a little extra cash to the cost of your food delivery order, your food may arrive sooner, but at what cost?
Read MoreUnited Airlines Pitched Mega Merger With American Airlines To Trump
The last time any airline had more planes than United-American was when Aeroflot had a state monopoly on domestic flights within the Soviet Union.
Read MoreBMW's Weird, Wonderful And Controversial iX Is Dead In The U.S.
The iX is headed out to pasture to make room for upcoming Neue Klasse EVs.
Read MoreThe US Is Ending Trade With Spain, Now I'll Never Get The SEAT Ibiza Of My Dreams
The SEAT Ibiza was one of the original hot hatches, selling over a million models during its first generation and partnering with Porsche for engine options.
Read More2027 Porsche 911 GT3 S/C Is A Stick-Shift Convertible With A 9,000-RPM Engine
Suffice it to say, the 2027 911 GT3 S/C is not a cheap car.
Read MoreFord Dealership, Former Owner Accused Of Rolling Back A Bronco's Mileage By More Than 50% Before Selling It
Unfortunately, odometer rollbacks aren't nearly as rare as they should be.
Read MoreBattle Of The Heavily Depreciated V8 Performance SUVs — What's Your Pick?
That's right, this isn't BMW M6 versus Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Read MoreDiesel Prices Are Choking The Trucking Industry, And We'll All Feel The Pain
Trucking companies aren't going to eat the cost of fuel themselves.
Read MoreOur Readers Think These Automakers Should Make A New Pickup Truck
Your answers ran the gamut from affordable to high-end, but the most popular answer was a brand you may not be expecting: Mazda.
Read MoreFord CEO Loves Chinese Cars, Doesn't Want You To Have One
Ford CEO Jim Farley thinks Chinese EVs are too scawwy for the U.S. market, Uber has a second driver sexual assault trial to contend with, and more.
Read MoreWhat's Your Best Unconventional Advice For Saving Money On Gas?
The people are tired of all the same old answers and have already checked their tires to ensure they're properly inflated.
Read MoreHigher Gas Prices Caused Inflation To Triple Last Month
Per the CPI report, inflation hit 3.3% in March, and on a monthly basis, consumer prices rose 0.9%.
Read MoreNew Nissan Skyline Sedan Finally Coming With Throwback Styling, And We'll Get It As An Infiniti
All that Nissan says about the new Skyline is that it's "a driver-focused sedan with performance, precision and raw emotion at its core."
Read MoreAt $44,500, Is This 2022 Rivian R1T A Powerful Persuader?
Today's Nice Price or No Dice Rivian has a massive battery, four electric motors, and more than 800 horsepower on tap.
Read MoreRolls-Royce Project Nightingale Is An 18.9-Foot-Long Electric Convertible With Chrome Freakin' Tail Fins
Only 100 of these massive Coachbuild Collection droptops will be sold, offered by invite only to Rolls-Royce's most "discerning and design-literate" customers.
Read MoreWhy The Differences Between Cabin Air Filter Types Really Matter
It might seem like all you need for your car's cabin is a simple, cheap air filter. But different types of filters can be more effective than others.
Read MoreRadio Isn't Dead, Half Of In-Car Audio Time Is Still AM/FM Radio
The popularity of streaming platforms has skyrocketed in recent years, but that doesn't keep AM and FM radio from dominating in-car listening time.
Read MoreWhy Some Engines Need Balance Shafts And Others Don't
Depending on the type of engine that powers your vehicle and the number of cylinders, you may or may not have balance shafts that help keep things smooth.
Read MoreNext-Gen 2027 Nissan Rogue E-Power Hybrid Actually Looks Pretty Great
The Rogue e-Power's internal combustion engine acts as a generator, sending power to a pair of electric motors.
Read MoreNissan Teases Reborn Xterra, One Of Five New Nissan/Infiniti Body-On-Frame Vehicles Coming With V6 And V6 Hybrid Engines
The automaker says the new Xterra will be out by the end of 2028, and it could be joined by four other pickups or two- or three-row SUVs.
Read MoreHere's How Long A 3D-Printed Cylinder Head Lasts On A Running Engine
Making engine components out of plastic isn't common, especially when you consider how hot engines are, but that doesn't stop this intrepid garage enthusiast.
Read More2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS Drives Farther, Charges Faster And Has Available Steer-By-Wire
The new 2027 EQS sedan gets all sorts of updates like a larger battery and ultra-quick charging capability. It's still shaped like an egg, though.
Read MoreNostalgia-Baiting Jeep Rewind Special Editions Are Cool Enough To Deserve A Better Name
To hell with resale value, the Rewind is a special edition that'll make you smile every time you see it, and look back at your car every time you park.
Read More8 DIY Mechanic's Tools You Can Rent Instead Of Buy
Buying tools for DIY auto repair and maintenance can be extremely pricey. Fortunately, you can rent many tools from local parts stores, including these items.
Read MoreThis Is How Expensive Things Have To Get Before Jalopnik Readers Will Ride A Scooter
At some point the tastes of the American consumer will have to change to avoid 12 mile per gallon pickups and over-inflated SUVs, right?
Read MoreMitsubishi CEO Confirms New Pajero/Montero Is Coming Out This Year, And It May Be Sold In The U.S.
While CEO Keisuke Kishiura didn't outright say "there's a new Pajero on its way," he left very little room for interpretation.
Read MoreModern Cars Sure Are Reliable, But Are They Durable?
You can trust modern cars to get you from point A to point B each day. But a couple of fancy features from them might give out before you realize it.
Read MoreThe Dutch Are Using AI To Ticket Cars, And Wouldn't You Know It, They Issue 500,000 Unjustified Fines Per Year
When an AI-powered parking enforcement system issues hundreds of thousands of unjustified tickets, it might be time to take a different approach.
Read More'Life After Cars' Is The Book America Needs Right Now
The changes Sarah Goodyear and Doug Gordon argue for offer an escape from the endless cycle of some random event blowing up your gas budget every few years.
Read MoreAutomakers Are Eating Nearly $8,000 In Incentives On Their EVs Just To Sell Them
With the federal tax credit for EVs now gone, and prices going up on everything, big incentives are being used to help move EVs off dealer lots.
Read MoreThis Adorable Miniature Motorcycle May Just Be The Smallest Ducati Ever Made
The Mini Marcellino is a pretty neat bike, even aside from its Ducati connection.
Read MoreHere's How Much A 2021 Tesla Model 3 Has Depreciated In 5 Years
The Tesla Model 3 has been very popular with customers, and with good reason. But at five years old, how much is a 2021 example worth today?
Read MoreHere's How Expensive Gas Would Have To Get Before Our Readers Would Buy An EV
Did we get many answers that named a specific price? Nope, but that's ok. Many of the comments we did get were still pretty interesting.
Read MoreWar On Iran Sends More Buyers To EVs As Gas Prices Rise
We're looking at European buyers turning to EVs as gas prices rise, and Tesla getting regulatory approval on the continent for FSD and more.
Read MoreWhat Dead Car Should Stay Dead?
We want to know about vehicles that only benefit society if no one has the opportunity to buy a new one ever again.
Read MoreAt $900, Is This 1974 Volvo 145 Wagon A Down And Dirty Deal?
The weird photos in this advert are only the tip of the odd iceberg.
Read More2027 Ram 2500 Emergency Response Vehicle Just Cucked Your Police Department's Ford Explorers
Traffic cops may not need heavy duty pickup trucks with Hemis, but there are plenty of reasons you'd want one for fire, rescue, and emergency response.
Read MoreThe AstroVettes: Why So Many NASA Astronauts Drove Corvettes In The '60s
The space race was a big deal in the 1960s, and the astronauts were the celebrities of their era, but why did almost all of them drive Corvettes?
Read MoreHere's How Much A 2021 Audi E-Tron Has Depreciated In 5 Years
With limited range and charging speeds that aren't quite as quick as today's EVs, prices for 2021 Audi e-trons have dropped pretty significantly.
Read MoreWhy Are Desmodromic Valvetrains So Rare In Engines?
Desmodromic valvetrains allow for higher revs without needing to worry about valve float. So why do automakers not often use them outside of motorcycles?
Read MoreBad News: The Cars Closest To Depreciation-Proof Are Probably Out Of Your Budget
Almost every car ever made depreciates over time, so if you want a car that keeps its value or even gains some value over time, it'll cost you.
Read MorePorsche Patents Racing Stripes That Appear When You Switch Into Sport Mode
Using an electrical current to change the outward appearance of certain body panels, this Porsche tech could make racing stripes appear on command.
Read MoreWhat It Means When A Semi Truck Derates
Semi trucks need a lot of power to carry their cargo on the road. That's why it can be a huge problem for the driver if it ends up derating.
Read MoreVirginia Bans Renewal Of Robert E. Lee License Plates Because We Don't Celebrate Losers
Virginia's policy for custom license plates means there are hundreds of options, but one of the most controversial has been removed from the catalog.
Read MoreHow Goodyear Tires Made The McLaren F1's 240-MPH Top Speed Possible
McLaren managed a record-breaking speed of 240 miles per hour all the way back in 1993. But it couldn't have managed that without some help from Goodyear.
Read More2 Things To Know Before Removing The Badges From Your Car
Debadging a car can make it look sleek, stylish, and stealthy. But there are some things you should know before going in to strip away every letter and logo.
Read MoreAutomakers Adopted Rack-And-Pinion Steering Because It Was Better Than Alternatives
Rack-and-pinion steering is one of the most widely-used forms of automotive steering today. And it's used so often because it has too many benefits to ignore.
Read MoreWhy Porsche Maintenance Tends To Be Pricey
Cars from luxury and high-performance automakers like Porsche are typically expensive, but maintenance on those same cars can be especially pricey, too.
Read MoreOldsmobile Almost Became Muscle Car Tyrants With A 32-Valve 455 V8
At one point, Oldsmobile created a behemoth of an engine with 32 valves and 455 cubic inches. But regulatory issues meant it never went to full production.
Read MoreLet Carlos Sainz And Lando Norris Show You How Far Go-Karts Have Come Since The 1950s
The difference between a 2000s kart and a 2026 kart is quite minimal, for example, but the gap between the 1950s and the 1970s is stark and dramatic.
Read MoreHere's How (And How Often) To Inspect Your Vehicle's Tires
Tires can suffer from a myriad number of issues, and if you don't keep on top of their maintenance, you could be in for a tough time on the road.
Read MoreWhy Car And Driver Hated The Now Legendary (And Valuable) Ford GT40 Mk III
You might expect that a noted automotive magazine would have appreciated a car with a pedigree as excellent as the Mk III's. You'd be wrong.
Read MoreWhat Does A Compensator Do On A Harley-Davidson?
Many Harleys are equipped with compensators, but some riders choose to ditch them. Is the boost in throttle response really worth it, or should you keep yours?
Read MoreAs E15 Gas Becomes More Common, Remember That It's Terrible For These Engines
E15 fuel is becoming more common, but that doesn't mean it's right for your car. Here's what you need to know about E15 and how it affects your engine.
Read MoreGross, Net, Peak, Continuous: How Engine Horsepower Turned Into Marketing Soup
All these horsepower terms can be confusing as you're trying to compare cars. And then there's automakers' habit of lying about how much their engines produce.
Read MoreWhat's The Difference Between Fuel Stabilizer And Fuel Treatment?
Fuel additives are a staple of the auto parts store, but what is the difference between the fuel stabilizers and the fuel treatments on the shelves?
Read MoreYou've Seen That Seatbelt Loop, But Do You Know What It Does?
If you've ever noticed a small loop of fabric on your car's seatbelt and wondered what its purpose is, you're not alone. Here's what it actually does.
Read MoreThe Mythical Cheap Tesla Could Hurt Already Ailing Margins At The Company
A more affordable EV could give Tesla renewed life in some markets, but is it price or demand that's holding the automaker back?
Read MoreThese Car Brands Have The Longest Warranties In America
Modern cars are packed with tech that makes repairs expensive. We've identified the longest warranties on the market to protect your investment long-term.
Read MoreOld, Discontinued Fiats Are Outselling Brand New Fiats
Stellantis, honey, are you doing okay? We're worried about you.
Read MoreWhy Even The Corvette Had Such Pitiful Horsepower In 1975
Chevy's Corvette has long been a leader of the muscle-car pack. But in the mid-1970s, several forces combined to diminish its horsepower precipitously.
Read MoreModern Cars Have More Than One Oxygen Sensor: Here's Why
If you want to know more than one thing, you need more than one sensor. In fact, many engines today have not just two oxygen sensors, but four.
Read MoreWhat SUVs Are Most Like The Jeep Wrangler Without Having To Be A Jeep Wrangler?
The Jeep Wrangler may be far from perfect, but there's nothing quite like it — or is there? Here's a closer look at a few potential alternatives for 2026.
Read MoreHow Expensive Does Everything Have To Get Before We All Ride Scooters?
Four wheels good, two wheels cheaper?
Read MoreA Lot Of Americans Aren't Sold On This Whole Car-Centric Life Thing After All
We live in a society designed for and built around the automobile, and many people don't seem very happy about it.
Read MoreEngine Compression Test: What It Tells You And Why It Matters
Taking an engine compression test is sort of like checking your car's blood pressure. It's a quick and painless procedure that can reveal hidden issues.
Read MoreToyota Partners With Volvo Group And Daimler Trucks To Keep Trying To Make Hydrogen Work
While Cellcentric already knows how to build a fuel cell, adding Toyota's expertise to the mix can only improve their work further.
Read MoreVisitors From Outer Space (NASA's Artemis II Astronauts) Splash Down Off The Coast Of San Diego
Coming home is never easy after a long trip, but it's a lot harder when you're traveling around Mach 35.
Read MoreFAA Tries To Convince Gamers To Become Air Traffic Controllers With Manic Ad Campaign
According to the FAA, gamers have "demonstrated high cognitive functions." Uh, say that after you try playing Call of Duty with a squad of stoned randos.
Read MoreDodge Posts AI Slop Of Its Own Cars, Doesn't Notice It Messed Up The Most Beloved Ones
Look how they massacred my boy!
Read MoreBeware Of These 8 Used Cars Known For Their Transmission Problems
Not all transmissions are created equal. Here's a look at some of the most notorious examples of systems that have left owners dealing with major repairs.
Read MoreThe 2003 Infiniti FX Was A Genius Idea, And I'm Still Mad More Automakers Haven't Copied It
Imagine if Ford had looked at the FX's success and decided to do the same thing with the Mustang.
Read MoreI Miss The BMW That Was Daring Enough To Stuff A V8 In Its Z4 GT3 Race Car
This is the kind of car that just doesn't get built anymore.
Read MoreUber Wants To Slip Its Drivers A Cool $4,000 To Switch To EVs
The cash will go to Platinum and Diamond-status drivers who switch to an electric vehicle and then complete 100 eligible rides by the end of this calendar year.
Read MoreRecon EV Production Is Now Delayed Until Mid-2026, So How Did Jeep Sell 56 Of Them Last Year? [Update]
Somehow, before it's even officially entered production, the new Jeep Recon EV is showing up on Jeep's quarterly sales reports.
Read MoreAyrton Senna's First F1 Car Will Be Auctioned Off This Month
Senna raced the Toleman TG183B-05 in the four opening rounds of the 1984 season in Brazil, South Africa, Belgium and San Marino.
Read MoreThese Are The Cars You Would Drive If You Could Respawn When You Crash
While supercars were the most common answers, there were some wildcards, too.
Read MoreChevy Corvette Under Stop Sale Because A Software Glitch Might Not Tell Drivers Their Turn Signals Are Out (Update: 33,000 Cars Impacted)
The fix, as is so often the case these days, is an over-the-air update.
Read MoreBYD Is Poised For An Aggressive Entry Into Canada
Canada's goal of reducing auto dependence on the U.S. will be China's opportunity, and BYD isn't going to waste that chance.
Read MoreWhich Automaker Should Make A New Pickup Truck Next?
Pickups are big business, but plenty of automakers still don't have skin in the game. So who should come next, and how could their truck differentiate itself?
Read MoreAt $6,500, Is This 1977 AMC Pacer Wagon A Big-Bootied Bargain?
What do you say? Is this Pacer Wagon a deal at that $6,500 price tag? Or would you demand it to be free of niggling issues at a price like that?
Read MoreHow Honda Pioneered Pre-Chamber Ignition Long Before Formula 1
Formula 1 engines make huge amounts of efficient power thanks, in part, to pre-chamber ignition, but it was actually Honda that pioneered the tech in the '70s.
Read MoreBMW Has Plans For Saving Its Manuals
BMW's engineers are actively working on a solution to keep the manual gearbox available, and the company "promises a solution."
Read MoreI've Stumbled Upon The Most Niche Car Community On The Internet
In a world that can be so cruel, especially online, it's just so nice to see a community of people coming together to celebrate and work on something
Read MoreKeith Haring's Art Cars Are On Display In New York Right Now And You Have To Go See Them
On display together in New York City for the first time are two of Keith Haring's iconic art cars: a Buick Special and a Land Rover Series III.
Read MoreDon't Expect Air Travel To Get Cheaper Anytime Soon
Regardless of the ceasefire status, oil production and refinery damage mean that the cost of traveling by plane isn't likely to come down for several months.
Read MoreMini Built A One-Of-One Custom JCW Convertible, Possibly Foreshadowing Increased Factory Customization Options
This one-off Mini was built for just one customer, but it shows what the Mini team is capable of, and hints at even more customization options for the future.
Read MoreKia To Launch Hybrid, EREV Body-On-Frame Pickup Truck In The U.S. By 2030
If we had to guess, it will be related to the body-on-frame truck and SUV that Hyundai is also working on.
Read MoreThese Are The Cars That Let You Down The Hardest
You'll find Volvos, Buicks and a weirdly post-apocalyptic Dodge Dart photo that definitely portents the lived-experience of long-term owning a Dodge Dart.
Read MoreTesla Rumored To Be In Talks With Suppliers Over Smaller, Cheaper Crossover, But We'll Believe It When We See It
Tesla is probably wasting everyone's time with the promise of a smaller, cheaper vehicle once again, Chrysler's CEO has a plan, and more.
Read MoreHow Expensive Would Gas Have To Get Before You'd Buy An EV?
If gas magically jumped to $100 a gallon overnight, even the most dedicated gasoline enthusiast would be eying a $15,000 Chevrolet Bolt.
Read MoreAt $5,500, Is This 2018 Jaguar XE 2.5T Premium An Unexpected Bargain?
How much bravery is required, to take on a low-cost Jag?
Read MoreCalifornia Might Help You If Your EV Battery Has Gone Bad
If you've purchased your used EV through some specific California programs, and the battery has gone bad, you might be eligible for assistance.
Read MoreWhat Are The Pros And Cons Of Steer-By-Wire Technology?
Steer-by-wire technology takes out the need for any direct connections between the steering wheel and the tires. This system has upsides and downsides.
Read MoreScout Terra Pickup Reportedly Won't Go Into Production Until March 2030, And The Traveler SUV Is Delayed Until September 2028
The range-extender Harvester models will launch first, as more than 87% of reservation holders have gone for them instead of the pure EV.
Read MoreSpaceX Starship Engine Test Is Successful In Every Way, Except For All Of The Exploding
Part of testing is pushing components way past their limits, so it's entirely possible that the team predicted a fiery end.
Read MoreDoes Cold Weather Affect Your Spark Plugs?
Keeping up with your car is important, as cold weather affects plenty of its components negatively. But do spark plugs suffer from the cold, too?
Read MoreGas Prices Are Bad, But Diesel Prices Are Even Worse — And Much Closer To Breaking All-Time Record Highs
The price of diesel fuel is nearing all-time-record highs, which has broad implications for increasing prices and operational costs in all sorts of industries.
Read MoreThe Strait Of Hormuz Is Reportedly Closed Again After Iran Claims Israel's Attacks On Lebanon Violate Ceasefire, And Oh God, We're Never Getting Cheap Gas Again, Are We?
Is it really too much to ask for major news to break at a slow enough pace that I get a minute to breathe after finishing a post?
Read MoreGetting Dirty With A Grom Is More Fun Than You Can Handle
There's just something about using a tool that wasn't meant for a task that makes it a little extra fun.
Read MoreHigh Prices Have Americans Reconsidering Their Refusal To Buy EVs
Over the last year, the average price of a used EV has fallen 8.5%.
Read MoreAston Martin Valhalla Could Do 87 MPH In Reverse, So Engineers Put A Lame-Ass Speed Limiter On It
Because of woke, the reverse top speed of the Valhalla is a cuck-certified 18.6 mph. I can walk faster than that.
Read MoreDodge Is The Last Company I Trust To Build A Miata Competitor
To be clear, I don't mean that Dodge shouldn't try to build a Miata competitor.
Read MoreNew 'Earthset' Photo Gives Earthlings A Unique Glimpse At Our Own Home
We need some positivity right now, and Artemis II is delivering, not just to the U.S. but to the entire world.
Read MoreGreat News, The Strait Of Hormuz Is Now Open To Anyone Willing To Pay A Multi-Million-Dollar Toll To The Iranian Government [Update]
The White House didn't negotiate a ceasefire as much as it gave an enemy nation everything it asked for in exchange for... nothing? Wonderful.
Read MoreBig Three Automakers Accuse The EU Of Blocking Full-Size Truck Imports And Going Against The 'Spirit' Of Trump's Tariff Deal
The Big Three automakers say the European Union is blocking their massive trucks from entering the bloc and violating tariff deals, and so much more.
Read MoreThese Are Your Favorite Pickup Trucks
Take a break to feast your eyes on something good and pure and simple — the best pickup trucks of all time.
Read MoreWhat Car Would You Drive If You Could Respawn When You Crash?
Yes folks, I'm asking you to use your imagination. Think of it as a way to escape the wretched grasp of reality for a brief moment.
Read MoreAt $19,999, Is This 2004 VW Touareg V10 TDI A Daunting Deal?
What do you think about spending a buck shy of twenty grand for this rare twenty-two-year-old ten-cylinder SUV? Does that seem like a good deal?
Read MoreJeep Lightly Restomods An XJ Cherokee To Be Nicer Instead Of Wilder
The subtlest of this year's Easter Jeep Safari builds is also the most appealing.
Read MoreThe Very Few Circumstances When Spark Plugs Are Covered Under Warranty
Trying to deal with spark plugs under a warranty isn't the easiest task in the world. You can get them replaced, but there are some restrictions.
Read MoreBuick Might Finally Make Good On Its Concepts With New RWD Sedan Based On Next-Gen Camaro
A next-gen Chevy Camaro and Cadillac CT5 replacement will reportedly launch next year, with the platform set to underpin a new Buick sedan.
Read MoreWaymo's Stopped Testing Robotaxis In New York City, So What Now?
The New York Department of Transportation has given no indication whether the permits will be renewed or expanded.
Read MoreOpe! We've Got Another Plane Baby!
This time around, the plane baby showed up on a Caribbean Airlines flight from Jamaica to New York.
Read MoreWhy Michelin Started Putting RFID Tags In Its Tires
RFID tags are everywhere, and thanks to French tire maker Michelin, they're now in your tires too. But why is this clever tech lurking behind your sidewalls?
Read MoreTwin-Turbo Vs. Twin-Charged Engines: What's The Difference?
You've probably seen engines described as "twin-charged" or "twin-turbocharged" before, but what exactly do those terms mean, and which is best?
Read MoreSurely All 14 Previous Owners Took Special Care Of This $49,500 Nissan GT-R
I'm not going to pretend it looks like it just rolled out of the showroom, but for a 122,000-mile GT-R owned by over a dozen people, it looks pretty good.
Read MoreThis Hillclimb Toyota Corolla Only Needs A One-Liter Engine To Melt Your Face Off
It's a really neat build, and the level of craftsmanship on display here is incredible.
Read MoreIf You Want A Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing, You Need To Order It Right Now
Order books will be closing on April 20. After that, we have the watch, and I'll see you in Valhalla.
Read MoreMcLaren Artura And Luxury SUVs Smashed In Thwarted NYC Parking Garage Heist
I feel like this story should be from an old Norm MacDonald "Weekend Update" bit.
Read MoreDealership 'Middleman Tax' Is Adding Nearly $5,000 To Car Prices
State laws requiring automakers to sell cars through franchised dealers are adding somewhere between $3,934 and $4,992 to the price of each and every car.
Read MoreAmericans Killed Each Other On The Road A Little Less Often In 2025
Of course, no one knows what will happen in the future, but when you break traffic deaths down by quarter, the pattern becomes even more encouraging.
Read MoreDetroit Police Found Woman's Car The Day It Was Stolen, Couldn't Be Bothered To Tell Her For Half A Year
Crane's only chance to get the car back now is to buy it at auction, bidding against anyone else who might want it.
Read MoreTesla Reclaims Top Spot As World's Largest EV Maker While BYD Falters
Tesla retakes the EV-selling crown from BYD as everyone seems to forget the sins of its very recent past, labor tensions continue to rise at Audi and more.
Read MoreThese Are The Cars Our Readers Want To Erase From History
I got some really good answers here with some fairly thoughtful reasoning as to why these cars should be erased.
Read MorePointless Police Chases Kill 10 People In A Single Week In The U.S.
Four of those killed were neither law enforcement nor fleeing the police.
Read MoreWhat Car Let You Down The Hardest?
Automakers believe in their products, but that can lead to bizarre ideas and designs making it to showrooms when they should have been strangled in the cradle.
Read MoreAt $9,500, Could You See This 1974 Buick Apollo On Your Launch Pad?
What's your opinion on this fairly rare Buick at that $9,500 price? Does that feel like a good deal to get on board the Apollo program?
Read MoreWhy One Educator Is Getting Elementary School Kids Into Car Repair
The children yearn for the shop lift.
Read MoreGM Patents System That Detects Whether You're Impaired Just By How You Walk
Cameras and sensors determine if someone approaching the car is swaying or walking in a straight line, how fast they're walking and the length of their strides.
Read MoreLewis Hamilton Drifting A Ferrari F40 Around Tokyo With Kim Kardashian Is The Coolest Hard Launch Ever
In the latest video in his "Tokyo Drift" series, Lewis brought the F40 to a car meet at the Daikoku Parking Area, and the results were spectacular.
Read MoreThis Home-Brew Chevy TrailBlazer Convertible Is The Mullet Of Cars
Of course, this TrailBlazer isn't perfect, but its close enough.
Read MoreMercedes Recalls Over 3,700 Electric G-Wagens Because Their Wheels May Fall Off
The German automaker says it found the issue during its ongoing durability testing, and that it's very unlikely they would detach in real-world driving.
Read MoreNever Tow A Trailer Without Checking These Three Numbers First
Many drivers simply check their trailer weight against the vehicle's maximum towing capacity, but deciding whether your rig is overweight is much more complex.
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E-bikes and mopeds are used for pretty similar reasons out on the road. But there are some key reasons as to why you might choose one over the other.
Read MoreDepreciated Leased EVs Could Kick Off A Nice Little Financing Crisis For Automakers
These leases are legally binding and automakers will have to stick to them, no matter how much they lose in the process.
Read MoreWhen Everyone Stops Buying SUVs Because Of High Fuel Prices, Here's What Should Come After
My personal choice was the return of the station wagon.
Read MoreWhat It Takes To Hit 12,000-RPM With An Air-Cooled Porsche 911 Engine
Making an air-cooled Porsche 911 rev to 12,000 rpm sounds impossible, but it's actually feasible if you use the right parts. Here's how to do it.
Read MoreThese Are The Cars You'll Never Forget Seeing At An Auto Show
There were oodles of great responses to the question.
Read MoreSenators Are So Scared Of Chinese EVs In The U.S. They're Crying To Trump About Them
Democrats in the Senate are so worried about Chinese EVs being built in the U.S. that they're begging Trump to stop it from happening, and more.
Read MoreWhat Is Your Favorite Pickup Truck Of All Time?
We can be pretty loose with the definition of pickup here as well. If it's got a bed, it's a truck, or truck enough for our purposes here today.
Read MoreAt $31,777, Could This 2017 BMW M2 Put You In The Pink?
What do you say? Is $31,777 a good price for an M2 in such nice shape and a unique color? Or does that price tag on this pink car have you seeing red?
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Read MoreIs There A Difference Between Stealth And Satin Paint Protection Film?
You've heard that there are satin, matte, and stealth paint protection films. But is there really a difference, or do brands use these terms interchangeably?
Read MoreUsed Plug-In Hybrids Are The Unexpected Solution To Both Rising Gas And Car Prices
Getting a new car can put a huge dent in your wallet, and climbing gas prices can be an even bigger issue. That's why a plug-in hybrid might be the best choice.
Read MoreWhy Shaving Is The Secret To A Cheaper AWD Tire Replacement
If you don't want to stress your car's AWD system, you should replace all four tires, but that can be expensive. Tire shaving is a cheaper alternative.
Read MoreLos Angeles Traffic Is So Bad The Fire Department Got New Electric Motorcycles To Quicken Response Time
Google and YouTube donated the bikes to LAFD, which will assist in fighting wildfires and other search and rescue operations that may include disaster relief.
Read MoreJay Leno's Backing Another Bill To Exempt Classic Cars From Smog Checks
Leno's Law may have been axed last year, but another attempt is being mounted to save classic cars from California's environmental smog checks.
Read MoreRoad & Track Called This Kit Car The World's Most Beautiful Sports Car And They Were Right
There are some very pretty sports cars out there. But back in 1955, Road & Track found one more beautiful than any other. And yet, it was a kit car.
Read MoreVolkswagen's TSI Vs. TFSI Engines: The Main Differences Explained
Volkswagen uses TSI and TFSI to denote many of its engines. But just how much of a difference comes from those alternate names, if there's any to begin with?
Read MoreWe Can't Decide If James Brown's Lincoln Mark III Or His Learjet Has More '70s Swagger
He was the first Black American to own a private plane and also had a beautiful Lincoln Continental. Which was cooler? Read the story, then take our poll.
Read MoreAmerica's Federal Emergency Response Is Currently Led By A Guy Who Insists God Teleported Him To A Waffle House
FEMA head Gregg Phillips says God teleported him once before. It was while he was in his car... and lo, it was into a ditch. Hallelujah!
Read MoreThe Science Trick That Can Cool A Scorching Hot Car Interior In Seconds
Cracking the windows a couple of inches? That's old hat. There's a new trick that will help you cool that unbearably hot car, and do it for free.
Read MoreWho Makes Costco's Kirkland Motor Oil?
Costco is one of those places where you can get almost anything for your car, including motor oil. But is Kirkland Signature oil any good, and who makes it?
Read MoreHere's How Much A 2021 Toyota Corolla Hatchback Has Depreciated In 5 Years
The average car depreciates by around 42% over five years, but Toyotas are known for retaining their value well. Is the 2021 Corolla Hatchback an exception?
Read MoreA Guide For When (And When Not) To Air Down Your Tires
Taking some air out of your tires is not a bad idea when off-roading. But when should you air them down, when should you not, and how much pressure is safe?
Read MoreAre Cars Really Cheaper In America Than Europe?
Car prices vary widely around the world, and the same vehicle can rack up huge disparities from country to country. Where does the buying advantage lie?
Read MoreA P-Pump Conversion Kit Could Be The Answer To Upping Your 24V Diesel Cummins' Power
If you want to squeeze more power out of a 24-valve diesel Cummins engine, you might want to change out its fuel-injection pump with the P-pump conversion kit.
Read MoreUnderstanding Porsche's 3-Digit Model Names
Porsche has a long lineup of cars that use three digits for their names. Here's how you can tell them apart, and why they're named that way.
Read MoreHow Reliable Is The Buick Envista? Here's What JD Power Says
Buick's small crossover SUV, the Envista, had some problems with reliability in 2024. JD Power has an opinion on the current model's quality and dependability.
Read MoreMercedes Service Tech Allegedly Uses Customer's Car To Meet A Date At A Sports Bar
The drama didn't stop there, and neither did the dealership's scumminess.
Read More11 Supercars With Mind-Boggling Torque Specs
Supercars are known for their extreme speed and sleek style, but plenty of them also have incredible torque potential. Here are 11 with excellent numbers.
Read MoreNissan Recalls 51 New Leaf EVs For Spontaneous Combustion, Even When Not Plugged In
The supplier discovered the cathode damage, figured out how it might have occurred, and changed its production process to avoid the issue in the future.
Read MoreWhy Daytime Running Lights Are Mandatory In Europe But Not In The US
Daytime running lights were designed to increase visibility of vehicles in low-light conditions. But while Europe makes them mandatory, the U.S. doesn't.
Read MoreYou're Not Prepared For How Cool A V14 Engine Would Sound
While you won't find V14 engines in cars today, you can still theorize on how they would sound. And that's exactly what a particular YouTuber did.
Read MoreDoes The Difference Between 87 And 88 Octane Even Matter?
88 octane fuel has been making the rounds recently. But just how much does it matter compared to the usual 87 octane fuel many cars use today?
Read MoreThese Airport Buses Would've Changed The Way We Board Airplanes
Airplanes require some creative thinking to get passengers on board. In 1982, a company in Hungary sought to provide a bus-style alternative to gangways.
Read MoreThis Is The Most Reliable Ford F-150 Engine, According To Ford Techs
The Ford F-150 offers a wide number of powerful and reliable engines. But one in particular stands above the others as the most dependable of them all.
Read MoreHigh Gas Prices Could Kill The SUV Craze, What Should Come Next?
We, the people, must demand wagons!
Read MoreHere's Why Getting Rid Of Gas Taxes Might Not Lower Prices After All
Georgia suspended its gas tax for 60 days. On a gallon of regular, that would save drivers about $0.33. Great idea, right? Not so fast.
Read MoreHere's How Much A 2021 Hyundai Veloster Has Depreciated In 5 Years
The Hyundai Veloster isn't around anymore, with 2022 being its last model year. Was it able to hold on to most of its value after all this time?
Read MoreHow Speed Cameras Measure Your Speed So Accurately
Speed cameras use multiple kinds of technology to get driver's speeds. But they're not perfect, and there are several issues that can trip them up.
Read MoreMagnum P.I.'s Ferrari 308 Could Be Yours, Though You'll Still Have To Grow The 'Stache Yourself
You're one step closer to everyone's dream of growing up to be Tom Selleck.
Read MoreU.S.-Iran War Is Stranding Sailors In The Strait Of Hormuz
Around 2,000 ships are stranded in the Persian Gulf, according to the United Nations, with over 20,000 civilians on them.
Read MoreEvery Tire Brand Owned By Continental
What's older, Continental or the first automobile? The answer is Continental, which now owns a massive portfolio of both premium and budget tire brands.
Read MoreNHTSA Investigating Chinese Airbags That Have Killed 10 People
The inflators were imported into the United States by unknown importers, probably illegally, so NHTSA doesn't yet know how many vehicles could be affected.
Read MoreNASA's Artemis II Crew Send Stunning Pictures Of Earth Back To Earth
May you be grateful that you yourself are looking at a screen right now, instead of being subjected to such powerful cosmic wonder.
Read MoreThis 33,000-Mile 1987 Chrysler Fifth Avenue Is A Beautiful Barrage Of Burgundy Malaise-Era Brilliance
If Chrysler is looking for ideas for future models, maybe a revived Fifth Avenue would restore some of its former greatness.
Read MoreYou're All Little Freaks For The Dodge Stratus R/T Coupe
I hope your insurance is good enough to get you the proper medical care you need to deal with Stratus R/T Coupe Derangement Syndrome.
Read MoreAs Artemis II Heads To The Moon, We Look Back At The Rovers That Made Lunar Exploration Possible
Apollo's legacy is still visible in the tire tracks etched along the lunar surface.
Read MoreFord GT Mk IV Is The Fastest American Car To Lap The Nürburgring, And The Third Fastest Car Ever
The only two cars to ever boast faster lap times than the GT are the electric VW ID.R Pikes Peak racer, and the Porsche 919 Hybrid Evo.
Read MoreTrump's Iran Boondoggle Has Already Cost U.S. Drivers An Extra $10,000,000,000 At The Pump
Ten billion with a "B," not an "M." And those aren't some ephemeral tax spending dollar but cold, hard cash out of real people's pockets.
Read MoreThese Are Your Favorite Types Of Cars
. Your answers ran the gamut of vehicle types, and some of you did get ultra-specific, which I appreciate.
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2026 is already looking like it's going to be a weird year for automakers, Rivian is having a good time and more.
Read MoreWhat Car Would You Erase From History?
Maybe it's a car that you were in an accident with, or a car that gave you a lot of trouble or it's a car that you know the world would be better off without.
Read MoreAt $25,499, Would This 1987 Pontiac Fiero Mera Let You Fake It 'Til You Make It?
What do you think? Is this Mera a marvel at that $25,499 asking price?
Read MoreThere Were A Lot Of Lime Green (Or Yellow?) Cars At The New York Auto Show
While there weren't very many automakers displaying cars at the show, pretty much every brand that did had at least one green car on their stands.
Read MoreIs It Legal To Sleep Overnight At Rest Areas?
You're tired, you pull off the highway, and you wonder just how much rest you're allowed to get at the local rest area. In some places, the answer is: not much.
Read MoreEven Illinois State Police Can't Afford New Cars
Seventy-four percent of Americans say new cars are unaffordable, but it's not just individuals who are also feeling the squeeze.
Read MoreWoman Gets Out Of Tight Spot By Squeezing Through Half-Open Cop Car Window
It seems that police did not count on her flexibility and determination.
Read MoreI'm Trading My Jeep For Something With Better Comfort And MPG! What Should I Buy?
Kristin drives a lot for both her work and hobbies. Her 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is getting old. With a budget of $25,000, what car should she buy?
Read MoreArtemis II Crew Faces First SNAFU In Space: A Broken Toilet
The system itself is so loud that astronauts have to wear hearing protection when they use it.
Read MoreHere's Every Car That Debuted At The New York International Auto Show
I won't go so far as to say car shows are back, but this one could definitely be a bit of an indication that the tides are turning
Read MoreNissan's Godzilla Will Return To Destroying Porsches And Corvettes With More Power And More Tech
It sounds to me like its hinting at a revival of the twin-turbocharged V6 engine that has powered the GT-R since the R35 generation began way back in 2007.
Read MoreWhat Car Will You Never Forget Seeing At An Auto Show?
I will never forget seeing the Volvo C30 for the first time on the carpeted floors of the Los Angeles Convention Center.
Read MoreTesla Doubles Down On No Longer Being A Car Company, Misses Q1 Delivery Expectations
You'd think surging gas prices would be great news for EV sales.
Read MoreThese EVs Should Be Next On The Chopping Block, According To Our Readers
These are a few of the EVs that the audience thinks should be canceled next.
Read MoreSpaceX, Earth's Most Valuable Private Company And Owner Of xAI And X, Files For IPO
Why might Musk be considering this now? Currently, Musk's net worth at $822 billion, but you know... big, round numbers are really nice.
Read MoreFord Is Working On An All-Electric Affordable Vehicle That'll Compete Directly With The Tesla Model 3 And Model Y
Ford CEO Jim Farley says the automaker is working on an affordable car to rival the Tesla Model Y and Model 3, and more.
Read MoreAt $5,500, Does This 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac's Price Track?
What's your take on this Sport Trac at that $5,500 price tag? Does that feel like a deal to get into a fun compact truck that stands out from the crowd?
Read MoreAstronauts Are On Their Way To The Moon For The First Time In 50 Years After Successful Launch Of NASA's Artemis II
Apollo was one of the 20th century's greatest triumphs; Artemis is just starting to see how much farther it can go.
Read MoreNew Bipedal Wheeled Robot Perfect For Inducing Nightmares
RAI Institute's Roadrunner robot has impressive capabilities, like walking up stairs and rolling around on two wheels. Just don't let it connect to Skynet.
Read MoreFord F-150 Vs Chevrolet Silverado 1500: Which Truck Depreciates Faster?
Curious how the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and Ford F-150 hold their value over time? We cross-referenced data from CarEdge, iSeeCars, and KBB to find out.
Read MoreThere's A Dodge Stratus R/T Jump Scare At The New York Auto Show
Stellantis felt it was an appropriate car to include on its wall of history advertising its involvement in all of that "America 250" junk we're doing this year.
Read MoreTiger Woods Pleads Not Guilty To His Latest DUI Charge
Woods told authorities that rather than driving under the influence late last week when he rolled his Range Rover SV, he was actually just looking at his phone.
Read MoreNTSB Recommends Ford BlueCruise Changes After Fatal Crash Investigation
Despite what some drivers believe, an advanced driver assistance system can't allow any vehicle to truly drive itself.
Read MoreHyundai Boulder Concept Is An Awesome Body-On-Frame SUV Designed For America
We know Hyundai will be introducing a body-on-frame midsize pickup by 2030, and it could spawn an SUV like the Boulder.
Read MoreApache Helicopters Flew Over Kid Rock's House After No Kings Protest And Pete Hegseth Says 'Carry On'
The scheduling of Saturday's training flight might have been a coincidence, but the actions of the pilots once they climbed into the cockpit weren't.
Read MoreThese Cars Will Define The 2020s, According To Our Readers
You all seem to feel that the cars that will define the decade are some of the most hateful cars that are currently on the road.
Read More2027 Subaru Getaway Three-Row EV Has 420 Horsepower For When You Need To Get Away From The Horrors
Subaru's big new three-row EV shares its underpinnings with the new Toyota Highlander, but the 2027 Subaru Getaway gets a lot more power and more features.
Read More2027 Subaru Forester Wilderness Hybrid Seems Like The No-Brainer Choice
With 25% better fuel economy than the standard Forester Wilderness and a little more power, going for the hybrid makes a lot of sense.
Read MoreOnly Rich People Can Afford Gas, The 'Good' News Is Only Rich People Can Afford Cars Anyway
Gas prices are up, new car prices are up, and Tesla sales are up. We'll understand if that leaves you feeling down.
Read More2027 Kia EV3 Is Coming To The U.S. With 320 Miles Of Range, And We're Even Getting The 288-HP GT Model
The EV3 will go on sale late this year with the same wonderful design we first saw two years ago.
Read MoreWhat's Your Favorite Type Of Car?
Are you a sucker for a sedan, or hopeless around hypercars?
Read MoreU.S.-Spec 2027 Kia Seltos Revealed With A Hybrid Option, Baby Telluride Looks And A Kinda-Rugged X-Line Trim
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Read MoreAt $7,100, Could This 318-Powered 1977 Plymouth Volare Have You Singing Whoa-Oh?
Rare even when new, this rust-prone Plymouth makes most supercars look commonplace.
Read MoreHere's How Ridiculously Hard It Was To Change Spark Plugs In A Chevy Monza V8
Changing an engine's plugs should be a relatively simple maneuver. But not if you've built the engine bay so the motor barely fits inside of it.
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Chrysler's Bugatti Tribute Featured A Straight-Eight Made From Two Dodge Neon Fours
When Chrysler made a 1990s concept car honoring a 1930s Bugatti classic, the body was appropriately stylish. But the effort didn't extend to the engine.
Read MoreHow An F1 Driver Turned The Utilitarian International Scout Into A Luxury Off-Roader
International Harvester's Scout was built to replace the horse, but a Swiss Formula 1 driver turned it into two models that were far more upscale.
Read MoreWhy The Datsun 510 Earned The Poor Man's BMW Title
The two-door sedan might be a thing of the past, but one Japanese creation has becomes something of a cult hero. Calling it the Poor Man's BMW is no insult.
Read MoreHey '70s Kids, Remember The Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser? Yeah, You Do
The Vista Cruiser is an iconic car that had a ton of cool features and even appeared in a famous TV show. If you're looking for one today, here's what to know.
Read MoreIf You've Never Heard Of Mr. Bendo And The Muffler Men, Settle In For Some History
What do Mr. Bendo, the other Muffler Men, and numerous giant Paul Bunyan figures around the U.S. have in common? They all have a common parent from the 1960s.
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Subaru Boxer Engines Keep Showing Up In Small Airplanes: Here's Why
The Subaru EJ engines seem to have caught the eyes of people building experimental light aircraft at home, but why are they so well suited to the job?
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What Separates Porsche's GTS Models From The 'Real' GT Cars?
Porsche's naming scheme can get confusing for the uninitiated. Here's what seperates a true GT Porsche from the GTS models.
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Consumer Reports' 2026 Sports Car List Reawakens An Old Argument
Just what is a sports car? There's a classic definition, but CR's list of the best ones today raises the question of whether the old formula needs updating.
Read MoreHypercars Are Boring, Why Not Drive A 1960s Race Car Remake Instead?
If a run-of-the-mill hypercar just isn't enough for you, this 1960s race car that's been made into a modern street legal machine might just stir your soul.
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2026 Subaru Crosstrek Is Consumer Reports' Top Subcompact SUV (Or Is It A Car, Maybe?)
The 2026 Subaru Crosstrek was Consumer Reports Top Pick for subcompact SUVs this year, but is that the right category? Let's take a look.
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These Are The Least Satisfying Cars And SUVs Of 2026, According To Consumer Reports
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V12 engines are expensive and complicated, so they're also rare. But five manufacturers still offer them in new vehicles, across eight different models.
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Toyota Made Japan's Only Production V12, And It Was A Lover, Not A Fighter
Toyota developed the only production V12 to come from Japan to provide a smooth, comfortable riding experience for one of its most opulent executive vehicles.
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The Toyota Camry is extremely reliable and one of the best-selling cars ever. However, if you're looking for the SUV equivalent, these are the top contenders.
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Why Many Modern Electric Trains Stick With Diesel Engines Over Power Lines Or Batteries
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Here's How Much A 2021 VW Jetta GLI Has Depreciated In 5 Years
Buying a used Volkswagen Jetta GLI could be a great way to get a fun ride for a decent price. If you're curious, here's how much a 2021 GLI has depreciated.
Read MoreIf Your Manual Transmission Has An E, What Does It Stand For?
While rare in the U.S. today, manuals used to be common and some had unique quirks. Here's what it means if you see an old-school shifter with an E on it.
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Do Inner And Outer Tie Rods Need To Be Replaced At The Same Time?
If you've ever had to replace tie rods, you've probably heard about doing it in pairs. But is that really necessary if there's only an issue with one of them?
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You've probably heard about the three "stages" of tuning, but what do they mean? And is there any standard definition for each of the three?
Read MoreI Want To Be Like The Gears And Gasoline Guys When I Grow Up
Don't worry, these guys aren't just building trailer queens that get trotted out for a fast lap or two.
Read MoreWhy Can't Spark Plugs Fire When Completely Soaked?
Spark plugs can get wet for any number of reasons -- they can be covered in fuel, water or oil -- but if that's the case, they won't work properly.
Read MoreCan You Reuse Automotive Gaskets And How Long Do They Last?
Amateur wrenchers all know manufacturers discourage you from reusing gaskets, but is there really any science behind it, or is it just money-grabbing?
Read MoreThis Might Be Why Your Car Is Eating Through Spark Plugs
If you find you're changing spark plugs way more often than you expect, it's clear there's something wrong somewhere in your engine. But what could it be?
Read MoreWatch This Cabin Air Filter Replacement Process And Feel Rage Well Up Inside You
Replacing a cabin air filter should be an easy task, but as one mechanic has shown us, it isn't always the way. Watch the video and try to control your anger.
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