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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 MoreMany 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 MoreE-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 MoreA 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 MoreDaytime 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 MoreAirplanes 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 MoreDiesel 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.
Read MoreWhen it's your word against theirs, dashcam footage makes all the difference. Don't settle for a basic model — get a dashcam recommended by Consumer Reports.
Read MoreWhile engines can be inefficient with burning fuel, Smokey Yunick created a Hot Vapor design that could have solved this issue if it wasn't also dangerous.
Read MoreAh, a broken meter! A rare chance to park in that crowded shopping area for free. Or is it? Just what can happen if you park in that tempting space?
Read MoreVortec engines have lasted for over three decades. There are reasons as to why they lasted so long, but there are also reasons as to why they fell out of favor.
Read MoreThe first-generation Viper drew the scorn of reviewers who panned its stiff suspension and poor handling. So for generation two, Dodge made adjustments.
Read MoreWrapping your key fob in foil does help protect your car, but it's annoying to unwrap and rewrap your fob every time you use it. Let's talk about other methods.
Read MoreJet drive and sterndrive engines differ in more than just how they're propelled. Each has strengths and weaknesses that make it better for specific scenarios.
Read MoreA test drive is one of the most important steps when it comes to buying car. But what if the dealer doesn't let you drive the vehicle? Here's what to do.
Read MoreModern cars are making use of artificial intelligence for plenty of features today, but one feature from the '80s feels like it came from the modern era.
Read MoreSometimes, you might have no choice but to park in front of your neighbor's house. This isn't illegal in and of itself, but you may still get in trouble for it.
Read MoreFord has made plenty of powerful transmissions throughout its lifetime, but the Toploader is iconic for how rugged and long-lasting it can be.
Read MoreSome one-off cars have some incredibly unique designs, but perhaps none are quite as unique with their basic building materials as the Splinter.
Read MoreYou didn't notice that big pothole till you drove through it, but your car seems okay, so you're feeling good. Still, that may not be the end of the story.
Read MoreYou want to get around that wide load pretty badly, and also the slowish car that's leading the way. But don't cut them off. The results can be catastrophic.
Read MoreDash cameras are incredibly useful and growing in popularity among everyday motorists. However, here's why you may want to avoid this camera sold at Costco.
Read MoreMost states have rules about who new teenage drivers can carry in their cars. Connecticut bans driving a brother or sister, but that policy is being challenged.
Read MoreFrom World War II through the Korean War, the B-29 delivered bombs to distant parts of the world, including two atomic bombs. These engines made it possible.
Read MoreRay Charles was blind, but that didn't stop Peugeot from putting him behind the wheel for a 1994 TV commercial. The ad remains a joy to watch.
Read MoreATVs and snowmobiles both get you out in the wild to enjoy a brisk ride, so you can ride an ATV on a snowmobile trail, right? Ummm .... maybe not.
Read MoreThe U.S. Navy will occasionally sink its own old, unwanted ships, but it's an expensive business, so why would it want to do a thing like that?
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