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Why This '80s Transmission Used Three Shifters Instead Of One
The Hurst Lightning Rod system in the 1984 Hurst/Olds Special Edition came with three shift levers to control its automatic transmission. Let's find out why.
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The Signs Your Microfiber Towel Is Too Gross To Keep Using
Microfiber towels are amazing for car detailing and general cleaning, but they don't last forever. Here's how to tell when it's time to replace yours.
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4 Weird Olympic Special Edition Cars (And How Automakers Could Repeat The Magic Today)
From the minibuses at the 1980 Moscow Olympics to the 1996 Buick Regal, these four weird Olympic special edition cars show how automakers used to take risks.
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What's The Purpose Of A Carburetor Vacuum Line?
Carburetors with vacuum lines are still found on classic vehicles and small-displacement engines — but what is the vacuum actually used for? Let's take a look.
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The Ford Bronco Is Reportedly About To Get The Lincoln Treatment
A Bronco-based off-roader might be just what the storied American automaker needs to make a splash in the luxury segment.
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These 3 Compact SUVs Failed The IIHS's New Whiplash Prevention Test
Each poor-rated vehicle struggled in different areas.
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3 Weird Ways Radiators Were Destroyed (And What's More Likely To Give You A Headache)
Car radiators are generally robust, but they can fail, and, sometimes, they fail in some strange ways. Here are some of the weirdest ways radiators can die.
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Why Hudson Stuck With A Straight-6 Engine When It Already Had An 8
Before Hudson was folded into American Motors, it had developed its own eight-cylinder engine. Yet for years, it stuck with its old-fashioned straight-6.
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Air India's Aircraft Safety Inspection Reports Make For Genuinely Horrifying Reading
Rebuilding customer confidence isn't easy.
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Mazda Engineers Built A V6 Miata In Secret, But It Was Too Ugly For This World
Just because you can, doesn't mean you should.
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We'd Never Have Guessed The Cars Consumer Reports Says Buyers Are Paying Over Sticker For
The average transaction price for a new vehicle has decreased compared to last year. But Consumer Reports says some new cars are still marked up significantly.
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These Are Your Picks For The Next Overpriced Enthusiast Cars
Look, we see you trying to drive up the value of cars you already own, and we have to respect the hustle.
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The Mercedes-Benz 'Little G' Will Offer A Hybrid Motor Along With The EV
A second drivetrain option for the Baby G, a new Ford recall, and some potentially flaming Volvo batteries.
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At $27,500, Is This 1975 Lancia Fulvia A Full-On Steal?
Rare even when it was new, this little-known Lancia is a near-unicorn on U.S. roads. But can exclusivity justify that price tag?
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Sure, You Could Replace Your Engine Coolant With Pepsi, But Watch This First
YouTubers are known for their wacky and wild stunts, like this group that replaced a car's coolant with Pepsi. Here's what happened to the car.
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George Harrison's Porsche 928 S Was Almost Used For Spare Parts
George Harrison once owned a Porsche 928 S that was driven for 11,000 miles. If it wasn't for a bit of luck, that car wouldn't have seen any action beyond that.
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If Straight Cut Gears Are So Great, Why Don't Street Cars Use Them?
Straight cut gears can provide some exciting benefits, but despite those benefits, regular passenger cars don't use them. Here's why.
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Displacement You Can't Refuse: The Godfather Big Block Somehow Reached 1,000+ Cubes
They said it couldn't be done, but one engine designer figured out how to surmout the challenges on the way to 1,005 cubic inches and 2,150 horsepower.
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3 Things To Consider When You're Shipping A Car In The US
Trying to ship a vehicle across the United States comes with some various challenges. There are a few things you should keep in mind before attempting it.
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How OBD-II Changed Car Repair For Better Or Worse
Once upon a time, you could diagnose the culprit of your Mazda MX-5 Miata's check engine light with a paperclip. We now use OBD-II technology for that.
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What Exactly Are You Doing When You Jump Start An EV?
Jump starting your vehicle requires some very specific steps. But those steps don't really change much between internal combustion and electric vehicles.
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I Lifted My Porsche Cayenne For A 5,000-Mile Rally To The Arctic Circle
A trip down to EuroWise for a bunch of modifications got my diesel Cayenne almost ready for the Arctic.
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What Causes Foggy Headlights (And How Can You Fix Them)?
Most modern headlights will turn foggy eventually, a danger both to you and other drivers. But there are lots of ways to make them as good as new.
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Why JFK's Infamous Lincoln Continental Was Put Back Into Service Instead Of Getting Scrapped
The limo President John F. Kennedy was riding in when he was shot became a symbol of his murder. But the government kept it working for over a decade anyway.
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These Are The Best Engines Our Readers Have Ever Driven
The cars themselves may have been questionable, but you certainly delivered when we asked for your most-beloved engines.
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Stellantis Poised To End 2025 With Its First Annual Loss
All that money for little more than a Christmas ornament.
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10 Of The Least Aerodynamic Cars Ever Made
Some cars slice the air. These legendary bricks fight it, from vintage icons to modern track monsters, proving style and downforce sometimes beat efficiency.
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