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  • Eight of BMW's Art Cars lined up for display in front of BMW Headquarters in Munich.
    13

    BMW Brings All Of Its Art Cars To One Place For The First Time Ever

    The entire collection, titled "BMW Art Cars — 20 Artists, 50 Years of Innovation. Reunited at BMW Welt" will make its appearance this summer in Munich.

    By Lalita Chemello 11 hours ago Read More
  • 2027 Audi Q9 dashboard
    33

    2027 Audi Q9's Interior Previews The Flagship Family Hauler The Brand Desperately Needs

    Audi's new three-row SUV looks and feels as premium as its competition does — and it ought to, because there's work to be done to make up for missed time.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 17 hours ago Read More
  • A technician mounting a wheel and tire combo into the hub
    3

    Science Shows Breaking In New Tires Isn't Just An Urban Legend

    When you drive on a new pair of tires, they might not feel as good as your old, worn-out pair. But it's worth breaking them in for a few hundred miles.

    By Alvin Reyes 1 day ago Read More
  • Front-quarter shot of a red 1965 Griffith 200
    10

    The Griffith 200 Wasn't Just A Tiny Car With A Big Engine, It Was The World's Fastest

    The Griffith 200 may not be that well known, but the V8-powered sports car ended up laying claim to the title of the fastest production car in the world.

    By Chloe Clougher 2 days ago Read More
  • The interior of a second-generation (92A) Porsche Cayenne.
    5

    For Better Or Worse, The Tiptronic Transmission Was Revolutionary

    Porsche's Tiptronic-branded transmissions have been in use for more than 25 years, but what made them so revolutionary when they were introduced?

    By Aakash Badree 2 days ago Read More
  • A hydraulic tank for a semi truck wet kit connected to a truck.
    5

    Here's What A Wet Kit On A Semi Truck Does

    Semi trucks require on a lot of specialized equipment and designs to perform properly. That's a major part of why the wet kit exists on them.

    By Chloe Clougher 2 days ago Read More
  • A flat-six engine inside a Porsche 911
    3

    Porsche Engines That Aren't Flat-Sixes

    Porsche's flat-six design might be the most popular from the brand. But it's used a number of other designs in the past, as well as in the present.

    By Benjamin Gracias 2 days ago Read More
  • A person shifting a gear in a manual gearbox-equipped vehicle
    8

    Here's How To Drive If Your Clutch Pedal Fails

    Sometimes, your clutch pedal might face an unavoidable issue. If that happens, you'll need to do some tricky work if you want to avoid towing fees.

    By Benjamin Gracias 2 days ago Read More
  • A junk car with bullet holes in a rocky area
    10

    Here's What It Takes To Disable A Car Or Truck With Bullets

    You might've seen plenty of movies and TV shows where cars explode when shot at. But it takes a lot more than that for bullets to take them out in real life.

    By B. L. Johnson 3 days ago Read More
  • A yellow 2014 Lamborghini Huracan Coupe sports car driving on a road
    7

    Think V10 Engines Are Unreliable? These Models Say Otherwise

    Some V10 engines have extremely complex designs to handle their issues with balance. Despite that complexity, a few V10s are known for their reliability.

    By Michael Sullivan 4 days ago Read More
  • Patent drawing of Nissan's sliding tailgate function.
    34

    Nissan's Roll-Up Tailgate For Pickup Trucks Is As Clever As It Is Confusing

    The trend of weirdly complicated truck tailgate designs continues, and Nissan wants in on the action.

    By Nico DeMattia 6 days ago Read More
  • A silver Cadillac Escalade IQ autonomous driving test mule.
    55

    Almost 90% Of GM's Next-Gen Super Cruise Code Is AI-Generated

    Barra says next-gen Super Cruise will be deployed "on both ICE vehicles and EVs and scale across multiple brands and price points."

    By Chris Tsui 7 days ago Read More
  • A side view of a dark gray Lyriq V driving next to grass
    12

    Go Silently Into That Good Night With The 2027 Cadillac Lyriq Hearse

    And they will be riding in style on 20-inch aluminum alloys that are exclusive to the hearse.

    By Logan K. Carter 7 days ago Read More
  • Rear view of a diesel dragster launching
    5

    Diesel Dragsters Might Be Quicker Than You Realize

    Diesel doesn't necessarily have the best - or sportiest - reputation, but in the world of drag racing, diesel-powered racers are getting ever more competitive.

    By Chloe Clougher 7 days ago Read More
  • An ad for the Chrysler Cordoba.
    24

    How Advertising Made You Think Chrysler's Rich Corinthian Leather Was Special

    The marketing campaign behind the Corinthian leather inside Chrysler vehicles was a massive hit, that affected pop culture for years to come.

    By Nico DeMattia 8 days ago Read More
  • The interior of a 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale with a 6-speed manual transmission
    13

    Which Car Was The First To Have A 6-Speed Transmission?

    The six-speed manual got its start in racing before being brought to public streets, and the first car that had it is probably not as old as you think.

    By Peter Nelson 8 days ago Read More
  • A light blue Mazda R360 viewed from above with the sun dropping a front shadow
    17

    The Smallest Production Cars Ever Built Make Modern Compacts Look Huge

    Today, SUVs, crossovers, and large sedans have taken over the car market. However, history is full of extremely tiny cars, including these miniscule models.

    By Ivo Gievski 8 days ago Read More
  • Mazda Miata front end
    39

    These Companies Could And Should Build A Miata Competitor

    If you come for the king, you'd better not miss.

    By Brad Brownell 8 days ago Read More
  • A close-up shot of a disabled person using hand controls to drive a car
    3

    Here's How Technology Has Assisted Drivers With Disabilities Through The Ages

    For people with disabilities, driving can be difficult or impossible. Fortunately, these are some of the features helping cars become more accessible than ever.

    By Chloe Clougher 8 days ago Read More
  • A car with a missing or stolen catalytic converter
    12

    Driving Without A Catalytic Converter Is Possible, But Is It Worth The Risk?

    Catalytic converters are a vital part of your car, but just how vital are they? Can you spend a few miles without having one present at all?

    By Benjamin Gracias 10 days ago Read More
  • An SUV on its roof due to a rollover, with a detached front bumper and an open passenger door.
    14

    Why SUVs Aren't Necessarily Safer Than Sedans In A Crash

    The robust construction of SUVs can make them look like exceptional safety-oriented machines, but in a crash, they aren't exactly amazing in that regard.

    By Ivo Gievski 11 days ago Read More
  • A close-up of a corroded exhaust valve filled with carbon deposits.
    13

    What 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.

    By Marko Mikulic 13 days ago Read More
  • A front three-quarters shot of a blue ID Polo driving on a road in front of trees
    46

    Volkswagen 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.

    By Logan K. Carter 13 days ago Read More
  • 2027 BMW 7 Series front 3/4 view
    146

    BMW 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."

    By Andy Kalmowitz 13 days ago Read More
  • A close-up, head-on shot of the light green Miata-in-Aston's-Clothing in a studio in front of a gray background
    38

    Aston 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."

    By Logan K. Carter 14 days ago Read More
  • West Coast Classic Cougar B.F. Goodrich tire for sale
    11

    This 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.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 14 days ago Read More
  • A line of Airtabs on the side of a truck
    21

    How 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.

    By Alvin Reyes 15 days ago Read More
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