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  • Patent drawing of Nissan's sliding tailgate function.
    28

    Nissan's Roll-Up Tailgate For Pickup Trucks Is As Clever As It Is Confusing

    The trend of weirdly complicated truck tailgate designs continues, and Nissan wants in on the action.

    By Nico DeMattia 7 hours ago Read More
  • A silver Cadillac Escalade IQ autonomous driving test mule.
    47

    Almost 90% Of GM's Next-Gen Super Cruise Code Is AI-Generated

    Barra says next-gen Super Cruise will be deployed "on both ICE vehicles and EVs and scale across multiple brands and price points."

    By Chris Tsui 1 day ago Read More
  • A side view of a dark gray Lyriq V driving next to grass
    11

    Go Silently Into That Good Night With The 2027 Cadillac Lyriq Hearse

    And they will be riding in style on 20-inch aluminum alloys that are exclusive to the hearse.

    By Logan K. Carter 1 day ago Read More
  • Rear view of a diesel dragster launching
    3

    Diesel Dragsters Might Be Quicker Than You Realize

    Diesel doesn't necessarily have the best - or sportiest - reputation, but in the world of drag racing, diesel-powered racers are getting ever more competitive.

    By Chloe Clougher 2 days ago Read More
  • An ad for the Chrysler Cordoba.
    23

    How Advertising Made You Think Chrysler's Rich Corinthian Leather Was Special

    The marketing campaign behind the Corinthian leather inside Chrysler vehicles was a massive hit, that affected pop culture for years to come.

    By Nico DeMattia 2 days ago Read More
  • The interior of a 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale with a 6-speed manual transmission
    13

    Which Car Was The First To Have A 6-Speed Transmission?

    The six-speed manual got its start in racing before being brought to public streets, and the first car that had it is probably not as old as you think.

    By Peter Nelson 2 days ago Read More
  • A light blue Mazda R360 viewed from above with the sun dropping a front shadow
    12

    The Smallest Production Cars Ever Built Make Modern Compacts Look Huge

    Today, SUVs, crossovers, and large sedans have taken over the car market. However, history is full of extremely tiny cars, including these miniscule models.

    By Ivo Gievski 2 days ago Read More
  • A close-up shot of a disabled person using hand controls to drive a car
    3

    Here's How Technology Has Assisted Drivers With Disabilities Through The Ages

    For people with disabilities, driving can be difficult or impossible. Fortunately, these are some of the features helping cars become more accessible than ever.

    By Chloe Clougher 3 days ago Read More
  • A car with a missing or stolen catalytic converter
    12

    Driving Without A Catalytic Converter Is Possible, But Is It Worth The Risk?

    Catalytic converters are a vital part of your car, but just how vital are they? Can you spend a few miles without having one present at all?

    By Benjamin Gracias 5 days ago Read More
  • An SUV on its roof due to a rollover, with a detached front bumper and an open passenger door.
    14

    Why SUVs Aren't Necessarily Safer Than Sedans In A Crash

    The robust construction of SUVs can make them look like exceptional safety-oriented machines, but in a crash, they aren't exactly amazing in that regard.

    By Ivo Gievski 5 days ago Read More
  • A close-up of a corroded exhaust valve filled with carbon deposits.
    13

    What Engine Parts Are Most Susceptible To Carbon Buildup?

    Carbon buildup can create some big issues while you're driving. A few engine parts are more susceptible to it than others, so check them regularly.

    By Marko Mikulic 7 days ago Read More
  • A front three-quarters shot of a blue ID Polo driving on a road in front of trees
    46

    Volkswagen ID Polo Debuts With A 280-Mile Max Range, But Tamer Looks Than Its Charismatic Competition

    Hopefully some of the ID Polo's features, like its array of physical buttons inside, will make their way to VWs sold in America.

    By Logan K. Carter 7 days ago Read More
  • 2027 BMW 7 Series front 3/4 view
    144

    BMW Designers Explain Why The New 7 Series Facelift Works So Damn Well

    Vice president of design Maximilian Missoni said that an undertaking like this is really "only something BMW could do."

    By Andy Kalmowitz 7 days ago Read More
  • A close-up, head-on shot of the light green Miata-in-Aston's-Clothing in a studio in front of a gray background
    38

    Aston Martin's Lawyers Put The Kibosh On That Weird Rebodied NC Miata We Roasted Last Week

    The listing was taken down following "a trademark claim regarding the Aston Martin badging and description of this car."

    By Logan K. Carter 8 days ago Read More
  • West Coast Classic Cougar B.F. Goodrich tire for sale
    11

    This Foldable Space Saving Spare From 1967 Was Too Clever For This World

    Over 50 years ago, there were collapsible spare tires available that expanded when air was added, and saved a lot of space in the trunk of your car.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 9 days ago Read More
  • A line of Airtabs on the side of a truck
    21

    How Tiny Airtabs Improve Performance, Fuel Efficiency, And Even Safety For Semi-Trucks

    You might have seen semi-trucks with tiny Airtabs lining their body and trailer. These are for more than just show; they also provide great improvements.

    By Alvin Reyes 9 days ago Read More
  • A black Ford V8 hot rod at a car garage
    15

    The Difference Between Street Rods, Hot Rods, And Rat Rods Explained

    You've probably heard of hot rods, street rods, and rat rods before, but there are quite a few distinct differences to them beyond their names.

    By Benjamin Gracias 10 days ago Read More
  • A faded pale green Fender Stratocaster guitar, with portions of the finish worn to the wood.
    12

    Car Colors Used To Be So Cool, They Inspired Guitar Companies To Use Them, Too

    Today's cars are mostly in grayscale shades, but automakers used to be way more creative. In fact, their palettes inspired some of the most iconic guitars ever.

    By Eugene Buono 10 days ago Read More
  • A front three quarters shot of a gray first-gen Mini Cooper S JCW driving on a race track next to green grass
    31

    Mini Has Been Making Drivers Smile For 25 Years Today, And I'm So Glad

    Here's to another 25 years of whimsical, fun, go-kart-like motoring done only the way Mini can.

    By Logan K. Carter 11 days ago Read More
  • A 1977 55 mph speed limit sign along the Washington Beltway, with cars passing in the background.
    8

    The Brief And Annoying Period Where Car Ads Bragged About 0-50 Times

    You're probably familiar with the 0-60 mph times used to measure acceleration. But there was a time when automakers sought to rely on 0-50 times instead.

    By Marko Mikulic 11 days ago Read More
  • A visualization of pistons undergoing internal combustion.
    9

    How Engineers Made An Engine That Ran On Gas And Diesel At The Same Time

    Trying to mix gasoline and diesel in most engines will only lead to problems in the long run. But engineers have found a way for the fuels to coexist.

    By Nico DeMattia 11 days ago Read More
  • A modern diesel motor sits exposed.
    4

    9 Of The Greatest V8 Diesel Engines Ever Built And The Vehicles They Powered

    Mighty V8 diesels come from a variety of brands, both foreign and domestic. Several of them spring from the holy war between Ford and Chevy.

    By Josh West 11 days ago Read More
  • A 1962 Ford Seattle-ite XXI concept car with a nuclear engine
    17

    With How Gas Prices Are Going, Bet You Wish Thorium-Powered Cars Had Become Real

    Gas prices have become terrible in recent years, but some thorium-powered concepts promised to eliminate the need for it. They never came to pass, though.

    By Benjamin Gracias 11 days ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a bronze Hyundai Ioniq V
    36

    Wedgetastic Hyundai Ioniq V Sedan Is Designed For China, But Will Influence Future Hyundais We Get

    This is the first of 20 new models that Hyundai will introduce in China in the next five years, with the goal of 500,000 annual sales.

    By Daniel Golson 12 days ago Read More
  • Ghia Jaguar XK140 up for auction
    14

    Ricardo Montalbán's Coachbuilt Jaguar XK140 Is A Real Italian Beauty, Lacks Rich Corinthian Leather

    Coachbuilder Carrozzeria Ghia transformed this Jaguar XK140 into a rare, beautifully styled piece of rolling art, and it's crossing the auction block very soon.

    By Brad Brownell 12 days ago Read More
  • A front three-quarters shot of the white Smart #2 concept shot in a black studio
    17

    Smart Pushes Out #2 Concept Previewing Next-Gen Fortwo

    Smart's new city car is only 3.9 inches longer than the Fortwo it replaces, and it will have almost triple the electric range.

    By Logan K. Carter 14 days ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a two-tone 2027 BMW 7 Series
    72

    2027 BMW 7 Series Gets A Facelift That Would Make Any Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon Jealous

    The G70's interior gains BMW's new Panoramic iDrive and "free-cut" screen, and the i7 has a more efficient powertrain with a longer range and faster charging.

    By Daniel Golson 15 days ago Read More
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