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6 Cars That Missed Out On The Hemi They Deserved
The ubiquitous Hemi V8 defined an era for brands like Chrysler and Dodge, but there were still some cars that missed out on the iconic V8 powerplant.
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The World's First 9-Speed Automatic Transmission Was Plagued With Problems
Nine-speed gearboxes may be commonplace now, but the world's first example didn't have such an easy birth when it was launched. And it wasn't that long ago.
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12 Popular Cars That Weren't Meant To Be Full Models, At First
The auto industry is unpredictable. Some of the most iconic cars began as simple trim packages before growing into full models that exceeded all expectations.
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The Dirthead Shed Makes Off Roading Look So Easy
Dave had this to say about the initial build for the MazGrande: "For being a $1500 truck with probably another two grand in axles, the thing, like, dominated."
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The Most Important Step In A Garage Renovation Is Lighting
Getting a dedicated garage space to work on your cars and motorcycles is great, but wrenching on your own stuff is difficult without proper lighting.
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Why Texas Leads The US In Interstate Fatalities (And It's Not Just Bad Drivers)
Texans aren't exactly known for being responsible drivers, but that doesn't fully explain why their roads are so dangerous. Here's the story behind the numbers.
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The Rich Are Increasingly Propping Up New Car Sales
The average price for a gallon of regular is up six cents from yesterday alone, and it's up 27 cents in just a week. Brutal.
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At $4,450, Would You Be A Good Sport And Buy This 1989 Chevy Celebrity Eurosport?
What's your take on this Chevy at its current price? Does that now seem befitting the car and its condition? Or should the seller keep on dropping the price?
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The Dash-To-Axle Ratio Is A Delicate Balance That Can Make Or Break Styling
When it comes to automotive design, dash-to-axle ratio can play a massive role in whether a car looks ridiculously cool or just ridiculous. Here's how it works.
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As The New Dodge Charger Sixpack Reaches Owners, Let's Honor The Hot Aussie Mopar Six
Dodge has an interesting past with six-cylinder power — just not in the United States. Its new gas-powered Charger Sixpack has an ancestor Down Under.
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5 Easy Ways To Put A Tape Deck In Your Car (Because Lexus Was Right All Along)
Lexus last made a car with a tape deck over 15 years ago, but that shouldn't stop you from putting one in your car today and experiencing audio joy.
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What's The Difference Between The Mopar 440 And 440 Magnum Muscle Car Engines?
The Mopar 440 powered late '60s Dodge and Plymouth cars, with both standard and iconic high-performance versions putting their stamp on the muscle car era.
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You Desperately Need This Salvaged Lotus Elise That's Been Rebodied With Forward-Sliding Attack Doors
This Rezvani Beast is one of just three prototypes based on the Elise, and it has a 500-hp turbocharged Honda engine.
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Off-Roaders Left With Just 3,800 Miles Of Trails After Judge Shuts Down 2,200 Miles To Preserve An Endangered Keystone Species
Hopefully this court order will help the desert tortoise population rebuild, to regain the delicate natural balance of the Mojave.
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No One Knows How To Plan For The World After 2028
The future may be bright, but that could be fire or just toxic smog haze.
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The Most Dangerous Days To Drive In America Have Been Remarkably Consistent
It's important to try and avoid getting into accidents when you're driving, but some particular days are consistently dangerous when you're in a vehicle.
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If You're Going To Smash License Plate Scanners, Maybe Cover Your Own Plate First
The cops may call this "malicious destruction of police property," a "felony," but I call it something else: a touch of idiocy.
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At $7,500, Could You Horse Around In This 1999 Ford Mustang GT?
Do V8 power and a convertible roof make this a must-have for the coming summer?
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Hydraulic Vs Rubber Engine Mounts: How Are They Different And Why It Matters
Engine mounts are vital automotive components, but they're not all the same. Here's the difference between standard rubber mounts and hydraulic versions.
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Florida Man Sues Porsche Claiming His 'New' $281,940 911 GT3 Was Previously Used As A Technician Trainer
The GT3 had just 34 miles on it, and the dealer allegedly said it had just been used as a display vehicle.
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Europe's Had Gasoline Particulate Filters For 10 Years, Now It's America's Turn
Gasoline particulate filters (GPFs) have been on the roads of Europe for some time amid concerns about air quality, but now they're crossing the pond.
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How Does The BMW N54 Compare To The N55?
The BMW 3.0 N55 engine only came a few years later than the 3.0 N54, and both had much the same power output, so what are the differences between the two?
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5 Iconic Poster Cars That Just Aren't That Good
If you had car posters on your wall as a kid, you might be disappointed after getting behind the wheel of some of the most lusted-after vehicles of all time.
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Truck Driver Pulled Over After Driving Over 62 Miles With A Tire Missing
Both the driver and the shipping company were charged — the former for operating his truck unsafely, the latter for allowing it to happen.
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1000-HP Mercedes-Benz Limo Has Turbos Bigger Than Your Face, Perfect For Proms
Racing up ski slopes, this twin-turbo-V8-swapped Mercedes limo has strayed about as far from its original purpose is possible, and that's why we love it.
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Before Automakers Started Selling Luxury Trucks And SUVs, Custom Conversion Vans, Pickups, And SUVs Were King
If you're looking for a dose of nostalgia or you're simply trying to figure out the appeal of these machines, we've got the YouTube video for you.
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Plymouth's Hy-Drive Transmission Was Half-Manual, Half-Automatic, And Totally Confusing
Plymouth used a Hy-Drive transmission that was fairly simple to use in practice, but its strange design and high cost caused it to quickly be discontinued.
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