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  • A TH350 automatic transmission placed on a work bench for inspection.
    7

    TH350 Vs. TH400 Transmissions: What Are The Differences?

    General Motors used the TH350 and TH400 transmissions in the '60s. The numbers in their names aren't the only things different about them, though.

    By Ron King 1 hour ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a blue Rolls-Royce Project Nightingale
    34

    Rolls-Royce Project Nightingale Is An 18.9-Foot-Long Electric Convertible With Chrome Freakin' Tail Fins

    Only 100 of these massive Coachbuild Collection droptops will be sold, offered by invite only to Rolls-Royce's most "discerning and design-literate" customers.

    By Daniel Golson 1 day ago Read More
  • A person's gloved hands inserting a new cabin air filter under the glove box
    10

    Why The Differences Between Cabin Air Filter Types Really Matter

    It might seem like all you need for your car's cabin is a simple, cheap air filter. But different types of filters can be more effective than others.

    By Alvin Reyes 1 day ago Read More
  • A modern infotainment system tuned to an FM radio station
    40

    Radio Isn't Dead, Half Of In-Car Audio Time Is Still AM/FM Radio

    The popularity of streaming platforms has skyrocketed in recent years, but that doesn't keep AM and FM radio from dominating in-car listening time.

    By Justin Hughes 2 days ago Read More
  • Cutaway internals of an engine including pistons
    5

    Why Some Engines Need Balance Shafts And Others Don't

    Depending on the type of engine that powers your vehicle and the number of cylinders, you may or may not have balance shafts that help keep things smooth.

    By Amber DaSilva 2 days ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a silver 2027 Nissan Rogue e-Power hybrid
    11

    Next-Gen 2027 Nissan Rogue E-Power Hybrid Actually Looks Pretty Great

    The Rogue e-Power's internal combustion engine acts as a generator, sending power to a pair of electric motors.

    By Daniel Golson 2 days ago Read More
  • Teaser image of the new Nissan Xterra
    23

    Nissan Teases Reborn Xterra, One Of Five New Nissan/Infiniti Body-On-Frame Vehicles Coming With V6 And V6 Hybrid Engines

    The automaker says the new Xterra will be out by the end of 2028, and it could be joined by four other pickups or two- or three-row SUVs.

    By Daniel Golson 2 days ago Read More
  • Honeycomb radiator installed on a 1900 Mercedes 35 hp
    7

    The Key Performance Differences Between Aluminum And Copper Radiators

    Over the years, different vehicles have been fitted with radiators made from aluminum, copper, and even brass, but what's the reasoning behind it?

    By Charles Krome 2 days ago Read More
  • A purple Jeep Gladiator and Wrangler with graphics and bronze wheels
    12

    Nostalgia-Baiting Jeep Rewind Special Editions Are Cool Enough To Deserve A Better Name

    To hell with resale value, the Rewind is a special edition that'll make you smile every time you see it, and look back at your car every time you park.

    By Amber DaSilva 2 days ago Read More
  • An SUV being carried by truck on its flatbed
    11

    Modern Cars Sure Are Reliable, But Are They Durable?

    You can trust modern cars to get you from point A to point B each day. But a couple of fancy features from them might give out before you realize it.

    By Benjamin Gracias 2 days ago Read More
  • A view inside a Ducati Desmodromic valve cylinder head
    12

    Why Are Desmodromic Valvetrains So Rare In Engines?

    Desmodromic valvetrains allow for higher revs without needing to worry about valve float. So why do automakers not often use them outside of motorcycles?

    By Benjamin Gracias 3 days ago Read More
  • An old diesel truck spewing exhaust smoke as it accelerates on the road
    3

    What It Means When A Semi Truck Derates

    Semi trucks need a lot of power to carry their cargo on the road. That's why it can be a huge problem for the driver if it ends up derating.

    By Alvin Reyes 3 days ago Read More
  • A McLaren F1 from the rear three-quarters.
    2

    How Goodyear Tires Made The McLaren F1's 240-MPH Top Speed Possible

    McLaren managed a record-breaking speed of 240 miles per hour all the way back in 1993. But it couldn't have managed that without some help from Goodyear.

    By Nico DeMattia 3 days ago Read More
  • A technician removing the emblem from a Tesla EV using tape and some string
    20

    2 Things To Know Before Removing The Badges From Your Car

    Debadging a car can make it look sleek, stylish, and stealthy. But there are some things you should know before going in to strip away every letter and logo.

    By Alvin Reyes 3 days ago Read More
  • A mechanic holding a rack and pinion steering rack with gloved hands, tilting its left side.
    4

    Automakers Adopted Rack-And-Pinion Steering Because It Was Better Than Alternatives

    Rack-and-pinion steering is one of the most widely-used forms of automotive steering today. And it's used so often because it has too many benefits to ignore.

    By Nico DeMattia 3 days ago Read More
  • Dark green Porsche 911 GT3 Touring sitting in a Porsche workshop
    13

    Why Porsche Maintenance Tends To Be Pricey

    Cars from luxury and high-performance automakers like Porsche are typically expensive, but maintenance on those same cars can be especially pricey, too.

    By Chloe Clougher 3 days ago Read More
  • An Oldsmobile 442 with the W-43 V8 on display at a car show
    13

    Oldsmobile Almost Became Muscle Car Tyrants With A 32-Valve 455 V8

    At one point, Oldsmobile created a behemoth of an engine with 32 valves and 455 cubic inches. But regulatory issues meant it never went to full production.

    By Charles Krome 3 days ago Read More
  • A silver 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 burning rubber
    7

    Gross, Net, Peak, Continuous: How Engine Horsepower Turned Into Marketing Soup

    All these horsepower terms can be confusing as you're trying to compare cars. And then there's automakers' habit of lying about how much their engines produce.

    By Charles Krome 4 days ago Read More
  • Close up of hand holding oxygen sensor in front of engine
    3

    Modern Cars Have More Than One Oxygen Sensor: Here's Why

    If you want to know more than one thing, you need more than one sensor. In fact, many engines today have not just two oxygen sensors, but four.

    By Charles Krome 4 days ago Read More
  • 2003 Infiniti FX35 front 3/4
    33

    The 2003 Infiniti FX Was A Genius Idea, And I'm Still Mad More Automakers Haven't Copied It

    Imagine if Ford had looked at the FX's success and decided to do the same thing with the Mustang.

    By Collin Woodard 5 days ago Read More
  • A red 1975 Honda Civic CVCC parked in a museum
    13

    How Honda Pioneered Pre-Chamber Ignition Long Before Formula 1

    Formula 1 engines make huge amounts of efficient power thanks, in part, to pre-chamber ignition, but it was actually Honda that pioneered the tech in the '70s.

    By Kiran Menon 5 days ago Read More
  • A person using a Mercedes-Benz steering with Steer-by-Wire technology
    32

    What Are The Pros And Cons Of Steer-By-Wire Technology?

    Steer-by-wire technology takes out the need for any direct connections between the steering wheel and the tires. This system has upsides and downsides.

    By Benjamin Gracias 7 days ago Read More
  • A car buried in snow with its windshield wiper sticking out
    9

    Does Cold Weather Affect Your Spark Plugs?

    Keeping up with your car is important, as cold weather affects plenty of its components negatively. But do spark plugs suffer from the cold, too?

    By B. L. Johnson 7 days ago Read More
  • An Audi RS 6 sportscar modified with a twin-turbocharged engine
    12

    Twin-Turbo Vs. Twin-Charged Engines: What's The Difference?

    You've probably seen engines described as "twin-charged" or "twin-turbocharged" before, but what exactly do those terms mean, and which is best?

    By Benjamin Gracias 8 days ago Read More
  • Matra sports car logo
    6

    This Astronaut Drove The First Mid-Engined Car, Then The Sports Car World Followed

    The first mid-engined car did not come from a big player, but it was still appealing enough to draw the attention of one of the world's most famous astronauts.

    By Chloe Clougher 9 days ago Read More
  • A 1957 Byers SR-100 sports car being driven down a driveway by a man.
    20

    Road & Track Called This Kit Car The World's Most Beautiful Sports Car And They Were Right

    There are some very pretty sports cars out there. But back in 1955, Road & Track found one more beautiful than any other. And yet, it was a kit car.

    By Brad Brownell 10 days ago Read More
  • An Audi RS five-cylinder TFSI engine cover with red details.
    16

    Volkswagen's TSI Vs. TFSI Engines: The Main Differences Explained

    Volkswagen uses TSI and TFSI to denote many of its engines. But just how much of a difference comes from those alternate names, if there's any to begin with?

    By Marko Mikulic 10 days ago Read More
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