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NHTSA Is Sick Of Self-Driving Cars Getting In The Way Of Emergency Responders
Can we really rely on autonomous vehicle developers to do the right thing, in situations where every second counts?
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Why NASA Is Going With Fuel Cells Instead Of Batteries For Energy Storage On The Moon
NASA's planned fuel cell may be large, but it should still be cheaper to launch than a traditional battery.
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EU Wants To Slow Down Fast Drivers Using Satellites In Orbit
Around the world, there's a continued push for speed-limiting devices in vehicles, and the EU could implement GPS-controlled limits as early as 2030.
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Can You Add Android Auto Without Having To Switch To A New Head Unit?
If your car doesn't feature Android Auto, buying a new head unit is not your only option. There's a quicker and cheaper alternative that looks almost as good.
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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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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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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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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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Metal Balls From Outer Space Invade Australia
Ever have one of those days when you're invaded by strange metallic objects from beyond our planet?
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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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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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How Aftermarket Airbag Suspension Systems Can Improve Your Truck's Towing Ability
Hauling a heavy load can dramatically change the driving dynamics of your truck, but adding aftermarket airbag suspension can help level things out.
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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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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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If You're Mad Rivians Don't Have Android Auto Or Apple CarPlay, Here's How To Fix That
Rivians don't come with Android Auto or Apple CarPlay as standard, but you can always add it on later with this handy aftermarket modification.
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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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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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These Google Maps Alternatives Make Scenic Detours The Road Trip Rule, Not The Exception
Whereas Google Maps defaults to the fastest and most fuel-efficient routes, these smart alternatives prioritize scenic, twisty, and enjoyable drives instead.
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Delivery Robots Abandon College Campuses Like A Failed Military Occupation
Starship Technologies was offering robot deliveries at over 60 campuses. Now its 1,200-robot fleet will be redeployed to cities.
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How Hollywood's Fear Of VCRs Made It Harder For You To Work On Your Car
Modern cars are notoriously tricky to work on, thanks to all the on-board software, but all this is just a rewind of Hollywood concerns around VCRs in the '70s.
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U.S. Space Force Is Learning To Scramble Rocket Launches Like They're Fighter Jets
If a spacecraft became a threat unintentionally or otherwise, how fast could the Space Force do something about it? Pretty fast, at least by space rocket terms.
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I Put Apple CarPlay In My Wife's 2006 Toyota 4Runner And I'm Never Looking Back
Despite its 300,000 miles we're not getting rid of the 4Runner anytime soon, so it was worth making a small investment to bring its infotainment into the 2020s.
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This Super Hard, Dense, Oily Wood Is Still Used For Bearings And Seals
Twice as durable as plastic and with self-lubricating properties, this rare wood is still used for durable bearings and seals in ships and hydroelectric plants
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A Guy In Sweden Built An Inline-16 Out Of Volvo Engines And It Sounds Awesome
We've seen plenty of 16-cylinder automobile engines over the years, but usually in V- or W- configurations. But now a man in Sweden has put all 16 in a row.
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The Largest Commercial Jet Engine On Earth Also Has Large And Unique Problems
Set to power the world's biggest commercial jet, overcoming the engineering hurdles of this massive engine pushed its launch date seven years behind schedule.
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How The Cosworth BDA's Belt-Drive 16-Valve Head Set The Bar For NA Engine Performance
Explore the 4-valve revolution that maximized cylinder head airflow and set a high-revving benchmark that engine builders still study today.
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