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  • A variety of types of oil filters

    Why Did Cartridge Oil Filters Replace Spin-Ons In New Cars?

    Cartridge oil filters were invented first, then spin-ons took over, but cost and environmental concerns have driven a return to cartridges in new cars.

    By Richard Sachek 21 hours ago Read More
  • An under-hood shot of a Ramcharger 426 Max Wedge V8 in a 1963 Dodge 330

    What Makes A HEMI Different From A Max Wedge?

    The Hemi and the Max Wedge were both powerful engines in the early 1960s. But a lot of design choices were made that divide these two behemoths.

    By Paul Stadden 22 hours ago Read More
  • Los Angeles covered in smog

    What ULEV, SULEV, And PZEV Mean, And Why They're On So Many Cars Now

    An alphabet soup of acronyms can make it hard to understand what's going on, especially when it comes to cars fighting pollution. Here's what these three mean.

    By Charles Krome 2 days ago Read More
  • 2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer teaser photo

    Facelifted Jeep Grand Wagoneer Teased With Illuminated Face And Range-Extender Hybrid Powertrain

    Jeep has already confirmed that the Wagoneer will get the Ramcharger's range-extender setup that pairs a V6 engine with a big battery and two electric motors.

    By Justin Hughes 2 days ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of an orange 2026 Dodge Charger Sixpack Scat Pack

    2026 Dodge Charger Sixpack Is Finally Here To Do Gas-Powered Donuts In Your Local Parking Lot

    The 2026 Charger Sixpack will start at $51,990, exactly ten grand less than the EV.

    By Daniel Golson 3 days ago Read More
  • Honda RA272 model

    This Scale-Model Honda F1 Car Costs More Than An Actual Civic

    The 1:8 scale model of the Honda RA272 costs $28,995, is made from 1,600 parts and takes 450 hours to complete. Just 30 will be made.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 3 days ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of the green Bugatti Brouillard

    Bugatti Brouillard Is A One-Off W16 Coupe Themed After Ettore Bugatti's Favorite Horse

    Commissioned by a prolific Bugatti collector, the Brouillard has custom bodywork, green tartan upholstery and horses all over the interior.

    By Daniel Golson 4 days ago Read More
  • a red XLR-V with its top up parked next to a black XLR with its top down in front of a black background

    Why Did The Cadillac XLR Fail?

    Why didn't the XLR experience the same success as the CTS-V?

    By Logan K. Carter 5 days ago Read More
  • Front grille of a next-gen Mercedes-Benz GLC

    Next-Gen GLC EV Brings Back Mercedes-Benz's Most Iconic Grille With A Bold Illuminated Twist

    With the next-gen GLC crossover, which will be fully electric and sit alongside the existing gas-powered GLC, Mercedes is going back to its design roots.

    By Daniel Golson 6 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of a brake disc and Dunlop-branded caliper on a vintage Jaguar

    This Was The First Car To Come With Disc Brakes As Standard

    You'd think there would be an easy answer to this, but there are American, French and British contenders for the crown. We sort through them all.

    By Greg Poggiali 7 days ago Read More
  • front three-quarters shot of the blue three-door 1999 Honda HR-V parked in a lot

    This Three-Door 1999 Honda HR-V With A Manual Is A Way Better Deal Than Any New HR-V

    The first-generation HR-V was never sold in the U.S., which is a shame as it's so much cooler than the HR-V's we've gotten.

    By Logan K. Carter 10 days ago Read More
  • A Honda Civic hatchback on Hot Wheels-style wheels

    Your Real Car Needs Hot Wheels-Style Wheels

    Why settle for a classic Hot Wheels wheel design brought back in die cast, when it could be applied to your real-life tuner car?

    By Amber DaSilva 14 days ago Read More
  • a side view of the Kuwait G90 with its electric blue and yellow deals and brush guard

    Genesis G90s With Brush Guards And Lights Are The Coolest Way To Transport VIPs

    Kuwait's fleet of G90s includes 40 cars that will be used for official ceremonies and operations and 7 that will be used to transport high-ranking officials.

    By Logan K. Carter 16 days ago Read More
  • BMW iDrive X

    BMW Wants You To Use Its Fancy New Infotainment, Not Apple CarPlay Ultra

    BMW's iDrive X looks to be a major departure from what we've seen in BMWs of the past, and we can't tell how CarPlay Ultra would even fit into this setup.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 17 days ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of the SoCal Corvette concept

    GM's Californian Design Team Dreamt Up This SoCal-Inspired Corvette Concept With A Removable Canopy

    Its single-piece canopy is hinged at the front and the upper shell can be removed, transforming it into an "open-air track car."

    By Daniel Golson 18 days ago Read More
  • Installing car window tint on a car

    Ceramic Vs. Carbon Window Tint: Which Is Better For Keeping Your Car Cool?

    If you're looking to keep heat out of your car, ceramic and carbon window tints are probably your best options. So which one is right for your budget?

    By Chino Ortiz 18 days ago Read More
  • Firebird III concept car

    Jet Engine Cars Have Always Sounded Cool But Been An Incredibly Bad Idea

    The notion of putting jet engines in cars in one that won't go away.

    By Matthew DeBord 21 days ago Read More
  • Close up of tire tread pattern on a new tire

    The Differences Between Symmetrical, Asymmetrical, And Directional Tire Treads

    Symmetrical, asymmetrical, and directional treads all offer distinct advantages in different driving conditions — let's look at what will work best for you.

    By Jordan A. Rodriguez 22 days ago Read More
  • Renault Emblème concept

    Renault Design Boss Says 'Sexy, Desirable' MPVs Could Make A Return As SUVs Fall Out Of Favor

    Europe may have been all-in on SUVs recently, but Renault's design boss foresees a near future in which an emphasis on efficiency may renew interest in MPVs.

    By Justin Hughes 23 days ago Read More
  • 2002 BMW Z8 front three-quarter

    The BMW Z8 Was Far Too Gorgeous To Ever Get Cheap

    Say what you will about Henrik Fisker's ability to run an automaker, but he has designed some absolutely beautiful cars, and the Z8 is his crowning achievement.

    By Collin Woodard 24 days ago Read More
  • Telo MT1 minitruck vs Ford Maverick in a pedestrian crash simulation

    Telo Claims Its Tiny Truck Was Designed To Get You 'Flipped Off Or Yelled At Instead Of Sued'

    Without a long hood in front of you, you're less likely to hit something or someone in the Telo if you have to stop quickly compared to, say, a Ford Maverick.

    By Collin Woodard 25 days ago Read More
  • 1965 Ford Transit at Goodwood Festival Of Speed

    These Were The Hardest Working Vehicles At The Goodwood Festival Of Speed

    A special Goodwood exhibit called Van Go - Masters of the Moving Arts featured all sorts of incredible vans and work trucks.

    By Erin Marquis 26 days ago Read More
  • A car rear wheel drum brake

    Why Most Modern Cars Stopped Using Drum Brakes

    Drum brakes have mostly been replaced by disc brakes on most modern vehicles. So when did this shift happen, and what's the advantage of disc brakes?

    By Benjamin Gracias 27 days ago Read More
  • Red Bull F1 team mechanics with a tire blanket.

    Why Does F1 Use Tire Blankets?

    Have you ever wondered why Formula 1 tires arrive in a special blanket? It isn't just to keep them pristine for race day — here's the science behind them.

    By Abhik Das 27 days ago Read More
  • Overhead shot of the Ferrari Daytona SP3 Tailor Made

    Ferrari Makes One Last Daytona SP3 To Help The Children

    The Daytona SP3 Tailor Made will be the 600th unit of a 599-model run. Or, rather, it will be the 599+1th model, as that is how Maranello will be numbering it.

    By Nicholas Werner 28 days ago Read More
  • A Dodge Challenger doing a burnout

    Why Dodge Didn't Ditch Pushrod V8s For DOHC Engines

    Plenty of manufacturers have been putting DOHC designs in their high horsepower engines, but not Dodge. Here's why one company kept pushrods in its V8 engines.

    By Justin Hughes 1 month ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a brown Cadillac Celestiq

    The First Cadillac Celestiq Owner Is Already Enjoying Their Bespoke $340,000 EV And Parking It Like A Normal Car

    Cadillac's most lavish, exclusive model in years is not what you expect to see casually street-parked.

    By Daniel Golson 1 month ago Read More
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