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3 Reasons Automakers Switched To Electric Power Steering
Electric power steering was just a novelty when it was introduced, but now it's the standard for the feature. There are three main reasons why this is so.
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3 Things You Should Really Know About Your Car's Headrests, According To A Seat Engineer
Headrests aren't just for comfort or to bang your head against when stuck in rush hour traffic, they're a hugely important part of your car's safety systems.
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What Are The Differences Between Ceramic And Semi-Metallic Brake Pads?
Ceramic and semi-metallic brake pads have many upsides and downsides. Here are the differences between them, as well as what makes one better than the other.
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These Supercars Save Money Using Parts From Boring Everyday Cars
Some supercar brands cut costs by fitting components from ordinary cars, blending impossible performance and luxury with modest headlights, tailights, and more.
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This Test Shows The Limits Of Lightweight Wheels (But There Are Still Lessons Worth Learning)
Lightweight wheels are a common modification that can improve vehicle acceleration, braking, and handling, but is it worth the money to buy the lightest set?
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8 Of The Largest Production Cars Ever Made
Long before the eco movement and even predating the fuel crisis, some true behemoths cruised the American highways. Here, we look at 8 enormous production cars.
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TorqShift Vs. Allison: How Do These Heavy-Duty Transmissions Compare?
For pickup trucks, Ford uses a 10-speed TorqShift transmission while GM uses a 10-speed Allison transmission. Here's how these transmissions compare.
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Why Diesel Fuel Gels In The Cold, But Gas Doesn't
If you use diesel fuel in cold weather, it has a chance of turning into a gel-like substance. Gasoline doesn't have this problem, though. Here's why.
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A-Body Vs.G-Body: What's The Difference Between These GM Platforms?
General Motors' A-Body and G-Body vehicle platforms have been the basis for many iconic cars. While similar, here are the differences between them.
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When Did The Corvette Switch To A Transaxle Design?
The Corvette made big waves when it changed from a front engine to a mid-engine layout, but the switch to a transaxle may have been even more consequential.
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Suzuki Once Spent $110 Million To Develop An Engine Only To Shelve It A Year Later
Maruti Suzuki, Suzuki's Indian branch, spent $110 million on an engine's development. Unfortunately, design flaws led to it quickly being discontinued.
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These 3-Cylinder Engines Make More Power Than You'd Expect From A V6
You can find some surprisingly powerful three-cylinder engines. A few of them are powerful enough to rival V6 engines when it comes to horsepower.
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4 Reasons Engine Cylinders Misfire (And What To Do About It)
Engine cylinders can misfire for many reasons. There are four causes in particular that you should be aware of; here's what you can do about them.
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5 New Production Cars That Can Go 0-60 In Under 5 Seconds
While new cars are faster than ever, a sub-5-second 0-to-60 time is still pretty rare. Here are some of the new vehicles that can accomplish this feat.
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Side Pipes Made Muscle Cars Iconic – Here's Why They Faded Away
Side exhaust pipes were an iconic part of muscle cars. But there are a few reasons as to why manufacturers stopped including them on most models.
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The First Car With Sliding Doors Wasn't A Minivan (It Was A Sports Car)
Although sliding doors are usually synonymous with minivans today, the first car in America with them wasn't a minivan at all. Instead, it was a sports car.
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These Are The Most Powerful Cars Oldsmobile Ever Made
Oldsmobile has been around for over 100 years, and in that time, it was able to produce some powerful cars. These are the most powerful ones.
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Small Block Chevy 383 Vs. Big Block Mopar 383: How The V8 Engines Compare
Despite having similar displacements, the small-block Chevy 383 and the big-block Mopar 383 have some interesting differences between each other.
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One Of The Worst V8s Ever Made Almost Went Into A Saab (Half Of It Still Did)
Saab considered putting one of the worst V8s ever made into its cars. While this didn't pan out, half of that engine did technically appear in some Saab models.
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Why Do Carbon Ceramic Brakes Perform Worse In Cold Weather?
Carbon ceramic brakes are more lightweight and longer-lasting than traditional iron alternatives, but they tend to have trouble in cold weather.
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Semi Trucks Have A Wild Number Of Gauges – Here's What They're For
While cars have abandoned traditional analog gauges, semi trucks still have a massive amount of gauges. Here's why, as well as what they're used for.
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These Cars Have The Best Factory-Installed Sound Systems
A quality audio system can make or break a driving experience, but many vehicles fall short in this area. Here are some of the cars with the best sound systems.
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Why Inline-5 Engines Don't Play Well With Carburetors
Engimes with three, four, six, and eight cylinders all work well when they're carbureted, but inline-5s don't. That's mostly about two specific problems.
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Why Some Engines Have Both Port And Direct Injection
Port fuel injection and direct injection are similar but distinct systems, so why do some engine designs include both?
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What's The Difference Between Ford's Megazilla And Godzilla V8 Engines?
Ford's recent Godzilla and Megazilla engines can output some serious power. But they also have some pretty big differences despite their similar names.
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How Chevy's Double Hump Heads Shaped Small Block V8 Power
In 1962, Chevrolet introduced double hump heads on its small-block engines. These helped shape the incredible power of small-block V8s for around 30 years.
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Czinger Takes Laguna Seca Lap Record Back From Koenigsegg, Who Took It From Czinger Last Month, Who Took It From Koenigsegg Last Year, Who Took It From Czinger Earlier Last Year, Who Took It From McLaren In 2021
Don't be shocked if Koenigsegg heads back to Laguna Seca to try and beat Czinger again. Hopefully this rivalry stays hot for a long time.
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