Here's How Much A 2021 Lincoln Navigator L Has Depreciated In 5 Years
The Lincoln Navigator L is an expensive luxury SUV with a longer wheelbase than the base Navigator. How has its value fared after five years of depreciation?
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Real-World Owners Drive These Cars The Most And The Least Each Year
Family cars dominate the list of most-driven vehicles, some with upward of 20,000 miles traveled per year on average,
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I Yearn For Something Bigger Than My Yaris! What Car Shoud I Buy?
Ryan won his 2008 Toyota Yaris in a radio contest and it's time for an upgrade into something a bit bigger and more modern.
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Beyond Cars (1)
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Are eBike And Regular Bicycle Tires The Same?
Can you put regular bike tires on an eBike? Learn why weight capacities, and tread wear mean eBikes need specialized, tougher tires.
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Boatlopnik (3)
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Dive, Breach And Do Barrel Rolls Like A Majestic Ocean Beast In This Ridiculous 'Boat'
For those of us who want the chaotic freedom of an airborne 8,000-pound aquatic mammal, a California company has just the thing to make that dream a reality.
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This Adorable Minibot Could Be The Future Of Cleaning Oil Spills More Effectively
The"Electronic Dolphin," is a the minibot created by engineers at RMIT University to help clean up oil spills in a more effective and eco-conscious way.
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118,000 HP To Reach 67 MPH: The HSC Francisco Is The Fastest Passenger Ship In Service
See what happens when engineers pack extreme horsepower into a lightweight catamaran hull to achieve unmatched nautical velocity.
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Brands (2)
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The Last American-Market Lexus With A Manual Transmission Is A Rare Find Today
Lexus is known for smooth automatics, but one rare model offered a stick shift. A look back at the last American-market Lexus with a manual transmission.v
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You Can't Buy Mazda's $10,000 Flair Crossover, And Not Just For The Obvious Reason
Mazda's new tech-packed Flair looks like a bargain at $10,000, but there are several good reasons why you'll probably never see it on American roads.
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Buying (2)
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These Are Some Of The Cheapest New Cars To Lease In July
Finding a cheap car isn't easy these days, but if you're willing to lease, these inexpensive lease deals will help keep your monthly costs relatively low.
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Average New Car Prices Hit Record High Of $51,974, But People Are Still Rushing To Buy Them
The new record high is up $2,421 or 4.9% from the same day last year, and $314 higher than it was a month ago.
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Car Design (13)
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Long Before Chrysler's Hot Rod Jeeps, AMC Stuffed V8s In CJs, Wagoneers, And More
V8-powered Jeeps like the Grand Cherokee Limited made a splash starting in 1998, but Jeeps actually were using V8 engines over three decades earlier.
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These Diesel Engines Have Terrible Reputations For Reliability
Diesel engines are generally very reliable and capable of lasting for hundreds of thousands of miles. However, these diesels are some of the least dependable.
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The New Audi Q3's Funky Turn Signal Stalk Is Actually Really Cool And Satisfying To Use
There is zero learning curve involved here. Audi isn't out to trick you or pull a fast one. It clearly just wanted to create a cool piece of design.
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Slate Partners With Crayola On Brightly Colored Truck Wraps, But There's No Burnt Sienna
With so many colors available in Crayola's repertoire, we were hoping for a bit more variety, but these choices certainly add some life to the gray pickup.
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McLaren Brushed The Cobwebs Off An Old Supercar Design By Bruce McLaren Himself And Built A Period-Correct Tribute
Set to debut at Goodwood, the one-off resto build was created using old McLaren molds, and it took MSO over 3,000 hours to put it all together.
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Bizzarrini 5300 Aperta Lusso Is A 60-Year-Old Giugiaro Design Finally Brought To Life
This targa might look like it's from the '60s, but it's almost entirely new with a semi-monocoque bonded chassis and a single-piece carbon-fiber composite body.
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What's The Difference Between Honda's B-Series And D-Series Engines?
Much has been made of Honda's B- and D-Series VTEC engines over the years, but what are the key differences between the two engine families?
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How Ford's 1983 Probe IV Concept Hit A 0.152 Drag Coefficient For Max MPG
With a sci-fi body built in Italy and tested in Lockheed's wind tunnel, the 1983 Ford Probe IV's drag coefficient is still lower than any production car today.
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Unbearably Cute Fiat Topolino Sport (Probably) Has The World's Shortest Racing Stripes
This new special edition amps up the Topolino's already cute retro styling, but doesn't add any actual sportiness.
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11 Cars And Trucks That Kept Old Technology Going Past Its Expiration Date
While the auto industry is always chasing the next new thing, sometimes dependable design endures. Here are 11 cars and trucks that kept old-school tech alive.
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Watching Cars Get Assembled Helps Visualize How Spectacularly Complex They Are
Building cars is a five-step process, but that simple statement masks the intricate nature of actually putting one together. It's 40 hours of controlled chaos.
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The Number Of New Cars Painted A Boring Shade Of Grayscale Has Nearly Doubled Since 1996
I'm all about inclusivity, but all this gray pride is really making me question what type of country the U.S. is becoming.
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You Can Exhibit Famous BMW Art Cars On The New X5's Panoramic Vision Display, Because Why The Hell Not?
Sure, you can have BMW's fancy projected display show all sorts of relevant information, but you really want it to show a bunch of Art Car pictures instead.
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Chevrolet (1)
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How The Two-Door Chevy Tahoe Took The Blazer's Place
The Tahoe became a defining piece of GM’s full-size SUV strategy in the 1990s, shaping how Chevrolet structured its truck-based lineup.
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Convertibles (1)
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5 Pretty Darn Believable Theories Why Convertibles Have Nearly Disappeared In The U.S.
Convertibles used to be a symbol of luxury and adventure. Today, they account for less than 1% of new car sales, and we think we know why no one's buying them.
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Crashes and Safety (6)
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The 4 Top Causes Of Fatal Semi-Truck Crashes
Semi-trucks get involved in some harrowing collisions with other vehicles. But these crashes are caused by more than unsafe, uncaring drivers.
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Why Wearing Headphones While Driving Is Illegal In Some States
While driving with headphones is still completely legal in most U.S. states, several states have strict laws and guidelines around distracted driving.
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Tesla FSD Foiled By Sunglasses On Driver Asleep At The Wheel On Canadian Mountain Pass
Luckily this is not yet another story about a Tesla with its "Full Self-Driving" system turned on leading to a fatal crash.
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Cadillac Recalls Every Vistiq After Internal Investigation Spurred By Deadly Hyundai Palisade Power-Folding Seat Incident Reveals Similar Fault
So far, the automaker hasn't been able to cook up a final remedy, so until they do, dealers will disable the power-folding mechanism.
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Are You More Likely To Get Into A Car Accident In The City Or The Country?
Accidents are part of driving, but not every kind of drive is the same. So are you safer on the city streets, or in a more rural environment?
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That Top-Tier Safety Rating On Your 10-Year-Old Car Might Not Equal Modern Standards
Older cars might have received impressive safety scores when they were new, but that doesn't necessarily mean they're as safe as something new today.
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Crime (4)
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A Flock Camera Error Ended With An Auto Journalist Detained By Police Over A 'Stolen' Range Rover
Plymouth police told the couple that if they had been pulled over in Minneapolis, the cops "definitely would've come at you with guns drawn."
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A Bomb Exploded Inside LaGuardia Airport In 1975, Killing 11 People, And America Mostly Just Forgot About It
Over 50 years after it occurred, the bombing that rocked one of New York's largest airports remains an unsolved case.
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President Trump Pardons 9 More Diesel Tuners Convicted Of Violating The Clean Air Act
Most of these investigations and convictions took place, at least in part, during Trump's first or second term, not exclusively under Biden as Trump claims.
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Ford Fired Diabetic Electrician Over Stolen $1.95 Cookie Allegations
After over a decade at Ford's Louisville plant, the worker was fired for stealing a single cookie, but his bank transactions prove he paid for it.
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Culture (5)
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Watching Grown Men Throwing Cars Down A Hill For Studebaker's Arduous 1932 Vehicle Testing Is A Special Kind Of Delight
This safety video shared by the Studebaker National Museum is natural catnip to fervent watchers of such carnal metal demise.
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The Tallest Highways In America Aren't For The Faint Of Heart
The U.S. has some beautiful highways. However, If you're looking for a new road trip challenge, the tallest roads in the country should be on your bucket list.
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Here's What It Means If You See A Pink Road Sign
Officially designated by the MUTCD, fluorescent pink road signs are some of the rarest and most elusive signs on American roads. And that's a good thing.
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Porsche Dauer 962: How A Race Car, Turned Street Car, Turned Winning Le Mans Car Earned An Impossible Shot At Glory
Porsche's 962 prototype is likely one of the most recognized Porsche racing machines, outside of course, the 911.
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Dueling Popemobiles One Step Closer To Reality Thanks To Latest Catholic Schism
It's hard to imagine an Italian automaker defying the Vatican to build an Antipopemobile for the heretics.
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EVs and Hybrids (6)
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What EV Owners Need To Know About Electric Car Maintenance
You might think electric vehicles don't have as many maintenance requirements as gas-powered alternatives, but they actually have some important differences.
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What Does MPG-E Mean And How Is It Calculated?
While it does measure the efficiency of electric cars, the letter "e" in MPG-e has nothing to do with electricity. Here's what it really means.
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First Month Of EV Ownership: Here's Everything New EV Owners Need To Know
Buying and owning your first EV can be a bit intimidating at first, but if you're properly prepared for the experience, things will go a lot smoother.
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When Does Buying An EV Actually Start Saving You Money Over Gas?
As gas prices soar, then dip, you may be wondering if buying a new EV would save you money in the long run. The answer depends on this formula.
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Rivian's Little Electric Sports Car Prototype Probably Would Have Killed The Company
Before deciding to sell an electric truck, Rivian was working on a hybrid sports car. Then its founder had second thoughts about the project.
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The Slate Truck Could Still Fall Under $20,000 With These Little-Known Credits
The federal government has killed its $7,500 EV tax credit, but several states offer credits or rebates that could drop the Slate's cost below 20 grand.
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2027 Mercedes-Maybach S580 Is An Upgraded Ultra-Luxury Sedan Thriving In An Ultra-SUV World
Though not a ground-up redesign, Maybach did a lot to keep the big S-Class relevant as its SUV (and sedan) competition continues to pound at the door.
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What's More American Than A Fox Body Mustang Painted Like A Flag Doing Burnouts
To celebrate the Fourth of July, here's a cheap, V8-powered Ford Mustang doing burnouts. Thanks for 250 years, America.
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Never Buy Someone Else's Project, Unless It's A Manual-Swapped Mercedes E63 AMG Wagon With 500 HP
We might be willing to break all our own rules about which used cars to avoid, just to get a shot at owning this rare, manual-swapped AMG wagon.
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Lucid Offers $10,000 Off Gravity SUV And $7,500 Off Air Sedan If You're Willing To Take Last Year's Models Off Its Hands
Sadly, if you want an Air Sapphire, you'll still have to pay full price.
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This Bold Pink 1997 BMW Z3 Roadster Signed By Sydney Sweeney Can Be Yours If You're Short Enough
This is quite possibly the pinkest BMW roadster; a color you will certainly not find anywhere else.
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You Need This Mid-Engine Renault Clio V6 That's Already Been Imported, Not A 401(k)
It's only $92,000, which you can definitely afford.
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GMC Trucks (1)
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This Is How Much A 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Has Depreciated In 5 Years
GMC moved a quarter million Sierras in 2021, and their values are still holding strong compared to rivals like the Ford F-150 and Chevy Silverado.
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Hatchbacks, Minivans and Vans (1)
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9 Vintage Vans That Secretly Want To Be Cartoon Stars
A few vintage vans had designs that made them seem cute or quirky. You could say that these particular models would fit perfectly as cartoon characters.
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Honda (1)
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The 'Coolest Thing Made In Alabama' Is Officially A Honda Odyssey Race Car
Making a minivan into a race car probably isn't the first choice for most enthusiasts, but that doesn't stop this track-ready Honda from being the coolest.
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Here's How Much A 2021 Hyundai Palisade Has Depreciated In Five Years
The 2021 Hyundai Palisade has a 291-hp V6 engine, an eight-speed automatic transmission, and seating for up to eight passengers. How well has it held its value?
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Jalopnik Explains (26)
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How To Fix A Sagging Headliner Without Ripping It Out Or Paying A Shop
Detaching headliners is a way more common problem than you may think, and owners have found several effective and not-so-effective solutions over the years.
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The Move Over Rule Exists In All 50 States And 1/3 Of Drivers Still Ignore It
Move over laws require drivers to switch lanes to avoid driving next to emergency vehicles. Ignoring them can carry fines of up to $10,000 and even prison time.
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These Are The 13 States Where Blue Laws Still Ban Car Sales On Sunday
So-called 'blue laws' ban dealers in certain states from selling cars -- or other goods -- on a Sunday, but which 13 U.S. states still enforce such rules?
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Here's How Much The Gap Between U.S. Income And Car Prices Has Increased In 55 Years
New car prices have changed dramatically over the decades, but the real story behind affordability involves more than just inflation and income.
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These States Have Rules In Place That Let You Rescue Dogs From Hot Cars
Rescuing a dog trapped in a hot car seems like common sense, but every American state has strict rules around who can do it and the steps they need to follow.
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The 5th-Gen Lexus RX 350 Is Revered As Reliable, But It's Not Perfect
The fifth-generation Lexus RX 350 has earned widespread praise for reliability, but ownership data reveals a few important caveats buyers should know.
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Here Are The Signs Of A Bad Fuel Pump
Fuel pumps are designed to last hundreds of thousands of miles, but if they start to fail, replacing them is usually the only real solution.
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Can You Legally Buy Retired Road Signs, And How Can You Use Them?
Your garage walls deserve better than a stolen stop sign from college. Learn how to legally buy retired road markers without getting a free ride in a cruiser.
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When Do The Differences Between 1-,2-, And 3-Row Radiators Really Matter?
Is bigger always better when it comes to radiators? Not necessarily. There’s a lot to consider before you set out to have that 3-row radiator installed.
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Why Having A Digital ID Won't Make Your Physical Copy Obsolete
Digital IDs are expanding across states, and their rise raises questions about whether physical licenses still serve a role in real-world verification.
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How To Choose A Bicycle Rack For Your Car Or Truck
The three main bike rack types include roof, hitch, and trunk racks, and choosing the right one depends on your vehicle, bike count, and budget.
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Why The NHRA No Longer Bans Challenger Demons, But Can Still Ban Demon 170s
A recent NHRA update changed the landscape for high-performance models, including Challenger Demons, but not all outcomes line up the way you’d expect.
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Wisconsin's Milwaukee Mile Is The World's Oldest Operating Motor Speedway
One of America’s most historic racing venues has shifted through eras of sports and entertainment while continuing to host major motorsports events.
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What's The Fastest Way To Repair A Flat Tire?
Not all roadside tire fixes are permanent, and some take longer than others. But keep these tips in mind, and a flat tire will never ruin your day again.
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The History Of Wisconsin's Most Recognized Corvette Sponsorship
A special bridge at one of America's favorite race tracks has become synonymous with the Corvette nameplate, and it's now celebrating 70 years of history.
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5 Signs Your Fuel Pressure Regulator Is Bad
The fuel pressure regulator is a vital automotive component for most cars. If it goes bad, it can cause a lot of issues, including these unsettling problems.
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How To Fix Windshield Washer Nozzles That Dribble, Sputter, Or Quit Spraying Entirely
From a broken pump to debris in the nozzle, discover why your windshield washer jets aren't spraying properly and how to safely clear the system.
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Long Distance Road Trip Rules Are Way Different (And More Serious) In An EV
EVs may be great highway companions, but without some meticulous planning and preparation, taking a longer road trip in one can quickly turn into a nightmare.
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What's The Difference Between Hydroboost And Vacuum Brake Boosters?
Two brake assist systems do the same job in very different ways, and the power source behind each one changes feel, reliability, and application.
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How To Fix A Garage Door Sensor Yourself
If your garage door is having trouble opening or closing, it could be due to a sensor issues. Luckily, you can easily fix most sensor issues on your own.
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In This Era Of Global Manufacturing, Which Semi Trucks Are Still Made In America?
While many iconic American semi truck brands are now under foreign ownership, a surprising number of them are still built here, on American soil.
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What Mechanics Have To Do To Service Sealed Transmissions
"Sealed" doesn't mean maintenance-free. Here is a look at how mechanics safely service sealed transmissions without a dipstick.
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Why You Don't Want To Use Car Tires On A Trailer
Tires that appear nearly identical can behave very differently once they're mounted, thanks to engineering differences most drivers never notice.
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What It Actually Means When A Car Has A Low Drag Coefficient
A car's drag coefficient affects how much power it's exerting and how fast it's going. But the actual science behind it is a bit more complicated.
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The Pros And Cons Of Making The Switch To A Lithium Starter Battery
Lithium and standard lead-acid car batteries both have their pros and cons, and for some owners, switching to the former has serious utility.
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Are Brake Light And Tail Light Bulbs Interchangeable?
Cars use various types of lightbulbs to illuminate external and internal lights. Here's how to know whether your brake and taillight bulbs are interchangeable.
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Can You Request That A Speed Limit Be Changed?
Tired of cars speeding through your neighborhood? Learn about when you can request a change and prompt a speed study.
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Which New Non-Hybrid Cars Can Exceed 40 MPG?
Want maximum highway fuel economy without an electric motor? Check out the new non-hybrid cars that easily exceed 40 MPG.
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Can Flock Cameras Tell How Fast You're Driving?
You see Flock safety cameras everywhere, but can they tell how fast you're driving? Find out if these ALPR systems are monitoring your speed.
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Here's How Much A 2021 Bentley Bentayga V8 Has Depreciated In 5 Years
Bentley's 542-hp twin-turbo V8 luxury SUV debuted with a starting price of $177,000 in 2021. Here's what it's worth after five years of depreciation.
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Do Variable Speed Limit Signs Improve Safety?
Examine the data behind dynamic speed zones. Learn what safety studies show regarding their effectiveness, limitations, and real-world impact on drivers.
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Here's How Much A 2022 Lucid Air Has Depreciated In Four Years
EVs are notorious for their steep depreciation rates, and Lucid is no exception. Here's how the 2022 Air's used value compares to Tesla, Audi, and Mercedes EVs.
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Why MPG Testing Changed After 2020: The Fuel Sulfur Standard Nobody Talks About
By 2020, the EPA revamped its emissions and fuel economy testing by using gasoline with reduced sulfur and 10% ethanol, but this also changed the MPG results.
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Where To Find Those Rare, Non-Huge, Normal-Sized Buc-Ee's Fueling Stations
Buc-ee's has become notorious for its oversized mega travel centers, but drivers in the know can also find its earlier, smaller locations all across Texas.
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Motorcycles (5)
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500-HP Viper-V10-Powered Motorcycle Is Up For Sale If You Dare
Making such a massive engine work on two wheels is a big undertaking, but builder Allen Millyard is no newbie when it comes to building incredible bikes.
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6 Harley-Davidsons With The Worst Reputations For Reliability
Harley-Davidson is an iconic motorcycle manufacturer. However, not all bikes are winners. These are some of the Harleys with the worst reliability reputations.
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Here's What The 70/30 Motorcycle Brake Rule Means
Unlike cars, motorcycle brakes aren't modulated with a single pedal. They require combining the hand- and foot-lever brakes together, with a specific balance.
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The History Of Harley-Davidson's V-Twin (And All The Nicknames, Too)
The V-twin is a core element of the Harley-Davidson story. Here's the history behind Harley's most important V-twin engines and their memorable nicknames.
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Vespa Spent Its First Decade Trying Its Hand At Racing Which Resulted In Some Weird-Ass Models And Record-Making Runs
You don't think of a Vespa competing on a race track like its Italian counterparts, Ducati and Ferrari, but the scooter did have a stint of tearing up rubber.
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News (31)
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Illinois Decides Old People Don't Actually Need Mandatory Driving Tests To Renew Their Licenses Anymore
Age requirements for re-taking driving tests have now gone up in Illinois, going from drivers aged 79 and older, to drivers aged 86 and older.
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1,580-HP Denza Z Supercar Can Charge In Under 10 Minutes And Is Cheaper Than A Porsche 911 GTS
This four-seat supercar from BYD's luxury brand can hit 62 mph in under two seconds and reach a top speed of 217 mph.
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Oil Surplus Forecast For 2027 Threatened By Trump's Continued War With Iran
Goodbye oil surplus.
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Ferrari Says It 'Didn't Expect' The Level Of Hate The $640,000 Luce EV Got
You'd be hard-pressed to find someone who really, really likes the Ferrari Luce.
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Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy's 7-Month Anti-Porn Road Trip Reality Show Is Still Nowhere To Be Found
Did corporate sponsors such as Boeing, Shell, Toyota, Royal Caribbean, United Airlines, and Lyft waste their money on a show that will never see daylight?
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Red Bull Racing Put The Finishing Touches On Its $6 Million RB17 Hypercar For Goodwood Debut
The 1,267-horsepower track-day monster will be running up the hill all weekend, with Adrian Newey and some of Red Bull's drivers behind the wheel.
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Trump's Ambassador To Canada Is Right (And Very Wrong) About The Gordie Howe Bridge
A recent economic survey said that if the bridge didn't open up on time back on June 12, that it would cost Americans about a million dollars a day.
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671-HP Mercedes-AMG CLA45 EV Has Three Axial-Flux Motors And Simulated Shifts, Just Like The New GT 4-Door
Sadly we won't be getting the electric CLA45 in the U.S., but its wild powertrain could be brought over in the upcoming GLA.
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Wealthy Transportation Secretary Pushes Glorified Golf Cart Built For Country Clubs And Gated Communities As The Solution To U.S. Affordability Crisis
The Fiat Topolino is a tiny Low-Speed Vehicle that makes a 500e look like a Chevrolet Suburban in comparison.
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Adorable Fiat Topolino Launches In U.S. For $14,985 So You Can Stunt On All Your Suburban Neighbors
With an 8-hp motor and a small battery pack, the Topolino has 46 miles of range and a 19-mph top speed, but that can be increased to a street-legal 25 mph.
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Ruf Is Betting Everything On A New 1,000-HP Twin-Turbo Flat-Eight
The boxer-8 engine is debuting at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in a CTR3-based prototype called Erprober, and it'll be paired with a six-speed manual.
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McLaren 788HS Is Allegedly The Best And Final Iteration Of This V8 Supercar
Only the third McLaren to wear the High Sport moniker, the 788HS gets more power, more downforce and a unique chassis setup.
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I Think Donald Trump Is Giving Actual Communism A Try With Government Run 'Freedom Fuel' Gas Stations
President Trump's support, slightly lower prices, patriotic signage and — most importantly — communistic principles; what's not to love about Freedom Fuel?
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Ram's Solid 2026 Could Break Stellantis' Seven-Year Self-Inflicted Bad Luck Streak
Plus GM's Chinese sales are in free fall, Washington state car dealers are suing Scout's direct sales model and Honda is recalling over 325,000 Odysseys.
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Almost A Quarter Of New Car Buyers Got 7-Year Loans Last Quarter
Wage stagnation has reached a truly dire point, with research showing that nearly half of U.S. households don't earn enough to meet basic needs.
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Cop Uses License Plate Reader Data To Stalk 'Shiny Thing' Also Known As A Human Being
Roman's transgressions began with what most women have learned instinctively to shrug off — a bunch of cat calling and whistling.
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The SGT Automobili 55-SGT Looks Like An Awesome '90s DTM Race Car But Hides The Alfa Romeo Giulia Underneath
You can tell it started life as a Quadrifoglio when you pop the hood.
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Drivers Are Switching To Regular Gas As Premium Prices Remain High, Manufacturer Recommendations Be Damned
As it stands, the average price of a regular gallon of gas is $3.79, the average price of mid-grade is $4.29 and the average price of premium is $4.67.
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Bust-Out Fraud Can Get Anyone With Great Credit A New Car Collection In Less Than Thirty Days, For Now
Point Predictive revealed the rate of these schemes occurring have gone up 83 percent in the last five years.
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Tesla Model Y L Arrives Stateside For Parents Who Want To Spend $63,630 Slamming Their Kids' Heads Into Tempered Glass
It's also over $12,000 more expensive than its Chinese counterpart for...reasons.
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The Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale's Stick-Shift Might Not Be 'Real' But You've Gotta Stop Freaking Out About It
In essence, it was either going to be this "fake" manual, or no manual at all, and I personally believe in the lesser of two evils. Do you not?
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Bentley's New Electric SUV Is Named After Beautiful Spanish Mountains, But I Just Think Of A Pokémon
The new model is named after the El Torcal de Antequera natural park in Andalusia, Spain, but, to me the name Torcal just makes me think of a Pokémon.
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Driving A Manual Doesn't Just Make You Cool, It Makes Your Brain Healthy Too
The mental process of choosing the correct gear, plus the physical process of operating the clutch, gas, and shifter, engages the prefrontal cortex.
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Alpine Just Built Its Last A110 (Until The New One Is Revealed Next Week)
The potentially U.S.-bound next-generation A110 will be revealed at the Goodwood Festival of Speed with an electric powertrain, and a gas one might come later.
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The McMurtry Spéirling Is A 1000-HP Electric Batmobile That Can Be Driven Upside Down And You Can Now Buy One For Just $1.3 Million
The production version of the record-setting car will have larger exterior dimensions and a larger battery to go along with the seven-figure price tag.
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Get $25,000 Off A New Polestar 4 If You Don't Mind The Whole 'Banned In The U.S.' Thing
Head over to Polestar dot com, and you'll be greeted with the offer of $25,000 off the cash purchase of a new Polestar 4.
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Trump Claims 'Right To Repair' Victory That Really Just Tries To Defang CARB
Will the EPA make regulations more restrictive than they are now, or will it regulate CARB's standards out of existence? Only time will tell.
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2027 Kia Niro Hybrid Refresh Looks Like An Improvement, But Drops EV And PHEV Models
Aside from some styling tweaks and a handful of new tech items, the facelifted Kia Niro stays the course, and that's fine — we'll miss the EV and PHEV, though.
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2027 Lamborghini Urus SE Performante PHEV Gets 800 HP, Comfier Suspension And A Rally Mode
Like its non-hybrid predecessor, the plug-in Urus SE Performante is all about sharper handling, more aggressive styling and even louder exhaust.
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Iran Declares Itself Ticketmaster Of Oil, Will Drop Tolls To Transit Strait Of Hormuz In Favor Of Undisclosed 'Fees'
Voluntary fees" may sound, at best, like the beginning of one of those books about mice that want cookies.
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New Four-Seat Fiat Multiplina Will Be The Cutest Way For Unlicensed Teens To Get Around
Just look at its smile!
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Nice Price or No Dice (8)
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At $65,000, Would You Spoil Yourself With This 1971 Mercury Cyclone Spoiler?
The Mercury Cyclone had a limited run, but there were some special versions of the short-lived muscle car, including this Spoiler with a $65k asking price.
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At $16,000, Would This 2004 Volvo V70R Be A Ball To Own?
With a stack of spare parts and one of the most thorough lists of modifications and maintenance you've ever seen, does this Volvo justify its $16k asking price?
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At $10,800, Is This 2003 Mazda Miata 'Shinsen' A Fresh Deal?
With lots of maintenance history and a special somewhat-limited-edition package as a part of the deal, this Miata is appealing. But at what price?
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