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  • 2024 BMW 3.0 CSL rear wing with M-Power written on it
    10

    More Automakers Are Making New Inline-Sixes, And These Ones Are The Best

    Inline-sixes are making a serious comeback, and today’s versions are smoother, stronger, and more advanced than ever. These are the engines leading the pack.

    By Ivo Gievski 1 day ago Read More
  • A whipple Supercharger on LS engine in a car
    14

    The Difference Between LS And Vortec Engines (And Why Fans Love Them)

    Although Vortec engines fall under the "LS" branding, they aren't actually the exact same as more traditional LS engines made by General Motors.

    By Rohaan Sakrani 1 day ago Read More
  • An automatic transmission shifter set to drive
    11

    Why Are Automatic Transmissions Called Slushboxes?

    Even if you're a fan of automatic transmissions, you've likely heard them be referred to as "slushboxes" before. Here's why that nickname stuck.

    By Charles Krome 2 days ago Read More
  • A Chevrolet C20 pickup truck driving while carrying a ladder
    9

    Which Chevy Trucks Came With A 454 V8 Engine?

    Chevrolet's 454 V8 engine was able to prove itself as a powerful big-block, and it was arguably performing its greatest feats in Chevy's trucks.

    By Benjamin Gracias 3 days ago Read More
  • A collection of different types of car keys and key fobs, hanging in in a valet cabinet.
    10

    Why Electronic Car Keys Evolved From Simple Proximity Keys To Pricey Button-Filled Fobs

    Car keys were nothing more than simple mechanical devices during their conception, but they've turned into devices with countless functions.

    By Eugene Buono 3 days ago Read More
  • A black F1 monochrome car driving on a track before the 2026 season
    3

    Why F1 Teams Can't Just Race Bare Carbon Cars

    Formula 1 cars tend to be colorful, packed with team names and sponsors. They'd be lighter if they stripped it all away, but there's a reason why they don't.

    By Ryan Erik King 3 days ago Read More
  • A Ford Super Duty work truck in a parking lot
    9

    6.7L Cummins Vs. 6.7L Power Stroke Diesel Engines: What Are The Differences?

    Both Cummins and Ford offer 6.7-liter diesel engines. They share a few similarities, but those don't go much further than their displacements.

    By Benjamin Gracias 4 days ago Read More
  • A Corvette LS7 engine inside of a vehicle
    9

    What Do The Letters LS Actually Mean In Chevy Engines?

    You've likely heard of plenty of Chevrolet engines known as "LS" in one form or another. But is there actually any deeper meaning to those letters?

    By Chloe Clougher 4 days ago Read More
  • Aston Cygnet in Rome
    19

    This Extremely Rare Aston Martin Cygnet Is Living A Rough Life In Rome

    How many meetings, how many lawyers, how many reams of paper did it take for this to get greenlit, and nobody paused to imagine how it might be received?

    By Brad Brownell 4 days ago Read More
  • A bearded man grieves over the Corvette's last manual-transmission car in front of a white 2019 Chevrolet Corvette in the National Corvette Museum
    8

    This Is The Last Manual-Transmission Corvette Made Before The C8 Broke Our Hearts

    Chevrolet's decision to drop manual transmissions from the Corvette was based on cold-eyed business. But the last manual 'Vette lives on in a Kentucky museum.

    By Charles Krome 4 days ago Read More
  • Side shot of a red 1948 Triumph Roadster
    3

    Triumph Held On To Rumble Seats Long After They Were Cool

    Rumble seats, in case you didn't know, were fold-out rear seats in classic cars. They were phased out in the 1930s, but Triumph held on to them for a while.

    By Chloe Clougher 4 days ago Read More
  • A slick winter highway with traffic
    1

    Here's How Snow Mode Changes Driving Dynamics To Keep You Out Of Ditches

    Using snow mode helps your car handle colder weather and slippery terrain. The way it does this is actually a bit more complex than you might think.

    By Shane Schmid 5 days ago Read More
  • A 1970 Ford Mustang hood scoop with a 428 Cobra Jet emblem
    3

    Every Car Powered By Ford's 428 Cobra Jet Engine

    The Ford 428 Cobra Jet was a capable engine in vehicles from 1968 to 1970. Although it didn't find much use later, it was active in a wide number of models.

    By Ivo Gievski 5 days ago Read More
  • Rear three quarters shot of the all black EC40 parked on a gray floor with a gray background and a seal for Princeton Volvo at the top
    15

    This Unsuspecting Electric Volvo Crossover Is Rarer Than Any New Supercar

    Only five 2025 EC40s were brought to the United States as Black Editions.

    By Logan K. Carter 5 days ago Read More
  • A race-prepped engine with blue silicone hoses for the radiator and air intake
    7

    Is Upgrading To Silicone Hoses Worth It? Here's What The Experts Say

    Most cars come with rubber hoses, but drivers have the option of upgrading to silicone hoses. But are they worth the extra cost in the long run?

    By Alvin Reyes 5 days ago Read More
  • 1950 Chrysler Town & Country with disc brakes
    7

    Yes, Chrysler Tried Four-Wheel Disc Brakes In 1949 (But They Weren't What You Think)

    The Ausco-Lambert system doesn't work anything like the disc brakes on your family crossover.

    By Brad Brownell 5 days ago Read More
  • A technician using an impact wrench to remove the lug nuts of a wheel
    16

    Why Some Wheels Have 4 Lugs While Others Have More

    You'll likely find plenty of cars with five or more lugs on their wheels. But a certain few smaller models have only four lugs, and it's for a good reason.

    By Alvin Reyes 5 days ago Read More
  • A person using an Apple Watch
    3

    The Cars Your Apple Watch Can Unlock (And How To Set It Up)

    Depending on your vehicle, you may be able to use your Apple Watch to unlock and start your car. These are the makes and models that support this feature.

    By Shane Schmid 7 days ago Read More
  • Cutaway image of a four-stoke engine showing the pistons, connecting rods, and crankshaft
    7

    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?

    By Alvin Reyes 9 days ago Read More
  • Toyota 2JZ-GTE engine under the hood
    6

    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?

    By Rohaan Sakrani 9 days ago Read More
  • Gray G8X BMW M3 on a dealership forecourt
    39

    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?

    By Kiran Menon 9 days ago Read More
  • Ford pickup truck with a trailer on a snow-covered track
    7

    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.

    By Kiran Menon 9 days ago Read More
  • Side view of a blue C40 parked on a rocky jetty next to a green and white tower
    50

    Volvo's Svelte C40 Recharge Is The Best Looking Car Nobody Talks About

    Nobody talks about the gorgeous C40 Recharge, but I think it deserves a spot at the top of the list of best-looking modern cars.

    By Logan K. Carter 10 days ago Read More
  • Transverse view of a V8 engine
    12

    Why V Shaped Engines Can't Use Just Any Angle

    V-shaped engines like the V6 and V8 power lots of cars, but you probably never think about what, exactly, that V angle is. That's okay. Automotive engineers do.

    By Danillo Almeida 10 days ago Read More
  • An F1 race event in Singapore with cars driving down the track
    4

    How Is A Racing Transmission Different From A Normal Gearbox?

    Your standard vehicle needs a capable transmission, but race cars have greater needs. Here's what changes come with a racing-oriented transmission.

    By Shane Schmid 10 days ago Read More
  • Ferrari Luce EV interior
    31

    Ferrari's First EV Officially Has A Name And A Lovely Tactile Interior Created By Apple's Former Design Boss

    I know that this might not end up being everybody's cup of tea, but if this is where the future of interior design is heading, sign me the hell up.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 10 days ago Read More
  • Fresh AE86 chassis from China
    30

    Alibaba Will Sell You A Brand New Toyota AE86 Chassis, How Dumb An Idea Is It To Buy One?

    In order to find out if these Alibaba chassis were any good, the boys at BigTime bought one, as well as a thrashed AE86 donor chassis.

    By Brad Brownell 10 days ago Read More
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