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What Is An Atkinson Cycle Engine And Why Do Automakers Use It?
You're probably familiar with the standard combustion process that powers most cars, but some engines use a more efficient cycle that dates back to the 1800s.
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Diesel Vs. Gas Engine Maintenance: What Typically Costs More And Why?
Even if you don't plan on ever owning a car with a diesel engine, you may still want to know how they compare to gas engines in terms of costs and maintenance.
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Here's How Much A 2008 Lexus IS F Has Depreciated
The Lexus IS F's thundering V8 engine made it a hit with enthusiasts, but how well have values held up? And how does it compare with German rivals of the era?
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Ford Saw Recession-Level Losses To End 2025
We're looking at Ford's inauspicious end to 2025, as well as Ferrari's better numbers and Hyundai shareholders' demand for robots, plus more.
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At $6,850, Would You Roll In This 2003 Lincoln LS V8 Highway Star?
What's your tale on this LS and that $6,850 asking? Does that feel like a deal to get a solid daily driver or a weekend special?
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The 3 Semi Truck Brands Owned By Volvo
The Volvo Group is a top player in the freight industry. In fact, the company owns several of the most popular semi truck brands, including these big names.
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What Are The Four Strokes Of An Engine?
You've probably heard of two- and four-stroke engines, but what are the four strokes of a gasoline engine? And how do they turn fuel into noise and speed?
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Here's How Much A 2021 Mazda Miata Has Depreciated In 5 Years
The Mazda Miata is an icon, but does that mean its values have held up over the past five years? Or can you pick up a brilliant used bargain?
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Why Did Japanese Automakers Start Taking On European Luxury Brands At Their Own Game?
After World War II, Japanese brands started to find a lot of success in the United States. But there's one major reason why they created luxury subdivisions.
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Toyota 2JZ-GTE Vs Nissan RB26DETT: How Do These 6-Cylinder Blocks Compare?
The snappily named Toyota 2JZ-GRE and Nissan RB26DETT are both idolized by enthusiasts, but how do the two Japanese six-cylinders stack up?
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Highway Mile Markers Are Still Essential, Even If You Don't Use Them
In the age of technology, many drivers may ignore mile markers or consider them to be useless. However, here's why mile markers remain an essential feature.
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Why BMW Switched From The Kidney Grilles To The Nostril
BMW's "nostril" designs have been divisive among customers and commentators, so why were they ever introduced? And will BMW switch back to "kidney" grilles?
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The Main Differences Between Pickup Truck And Car Engines
Both the Ford F-150 and the Mustang have Coyote V8 engines, so they must be the same, right? Wrong. Truck and car engines are not created equal, and here's why.
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Love Will Make You Fit It All In The Car
Packed cars are a bit of a recurring theme on road trips with my fiancée, and while that used to be something I found a bit annoying, I've grown to love it.
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Here's How To Clean Your Car Cover Unless You Actually Like Mold
A car cover is meant to keep your car clean, but the cover itself will get dirty as a result, and you'll have to be careful of mold and rust.
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Italy Might Have The Coolest Cop Cars In The World
From big, military-style SUVs to tiny electric hatchbacks and boats breaking Venetian speed limits, there are all sorts of different police vehicles in Italy.
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Here's How Much A 2021 Volvo S90 Has Depreciated In 5 Years
Volvo rewrote its own image with the S90, but what is the svelte Swedish sedan worth today? And how does it compare with its arch rivals from Audi and BMW?
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Honda Takes $1.7 Billion Hit On EV Business After Not Even Trying That Hard
Honda takes a massive write-off hit on its struggling EV business, Ford is rethinking its van offerings in the U.S. and Europe and more.
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At $11,500, Would You Get In Bed With This Custom 1981 Mercedes 300SD Pickup?
Today's Mercedes pickup is a custom job bought off a neighbor. Let's take a look and see if we think it's right-priced to move to a new neighborhood.
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Here's What Swapping To A 2-Into-1 Exhaust Can Do For Harley-Davidson Performance
2-into-1 exhaust kits attach to your cylinders to make your exhaust exit a single tube. But this type of exhaust isn't just used for style or sound.
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IAT Vs. OAT. Vs. HOAT Coolant: What're The Differences And Which Type Do You Need?
While all vehicles require coolant to prevent engine overheating issues, not all coolant is the same. Here are the differences between three common types.
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What're The Differences Between Kenworth And Peterbilt Semi Trucks?
Kenworth and Peterbilt may seem like rivals in the semi world, but they're owned by the same company. Still, there are some big differences between them.
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BMW Has Patented A Way To Make DIY Car Repairs Much Harder
BMW has patented a new screw or bolt design. It appears that this is nothing but a simple lockout on DIY repairs, and a way to keep money flowing to Munich.
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How Is The Harley-Davidson Panhead Different From The Shovelhead?
Harley-Davidson used Panhead engines from 1947 to 1965 and replaced them with the Shovelhead from 1966 to 1984. The differences go beyond active years, though.
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How Do Traffic Engineers Decide Speed Limits?
If you're in a rush, you might feel tempted to ignore speed limits entirely. But there's a lot of thought that went into deciding those limits.
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Here's How To Wash Your Car In Winter Without Turning It Into An Icicle
Washing your car can be important during winter to deal with snow and road salt, but it's not wise to get it cleaned when it's too cold outside.
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Toyota Crawl Control: What It Does And Which Vehicles Have It
If your car is creeping through a parking garage as you look for a spot, is that the time to use Toyota's Crawl Control? No, it's something entirely different.
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