Elon Musk Tells Tesla Owners To Text And Drive, What's That Worst That Could Happen
Like the villains in an Indiana Jones movie, Tesla seemingly doesn't care about the potential consequences as long as the automaker nears its obscene goal.
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Waymo Robotaxis Are Saving Lives, Doctor Calls It 'A Public Health Breakthrough'
Sure, we enjoy making fun of Waymo robotaxis for bad driving. But in truth, the hard data says they are actually better drivers than humans.
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Waymo Robotaxi Casually Cruises Through Felony Stop In Progress
Police yell at the Waymo to keep moving, but there's no human driver to respond to commands or prevent it from getting into this situation in the first place.
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These Are 5 Of The Most Reliable Turbocharged Engines You Can Get Today
Is there such a thing as a reliable turbocharged engine? These five engines show it's possible to combine dependable quality with high-output power.
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Are Aluminum Pistons Better Than Cast Iron? Here's What You Need To Know
Aluminum pistons are used in numerous vehicles over cast iron pistons. But are aluminum pistons really better, or can cast iron come out on top?
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Why Toyota No Longer Calls The Prius PHEV The Prime
Toyota originally called the Prius Plug-in Hybrid the Prime. With the 2025 model year, this EV has dropped its "Prime" naming scheme for a simple reason.
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What's The Difference Between The Chevy LT1 And LT2 Engines?
Chevy's LT1 engine was introduced in the seventh-gen Corvette, and the LT2 was introduced in the next. Check out the differences that make them stand out.
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4L60E Vs. 4L80E Transmissions: What Are The Differences?
The 4L60E and 4L80E were both developed by GM, and there are many similarities in their designs. However, there are key differences between the transmissions.
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China Might Ban Retractable Door Handles: Here's Why
In September 2025, China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology proposed guidelines that could ban retractable door handles in the country.
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Mazda's Rotary Engine Is Back In A New Concept, But Now It's Trying To Go Green
Mazda brought the rotary engine back in a new concept. This time, the company made a couple of environmentally-friendly changes to the engine.
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Why Do Some High Performance Cars Need Forged Pistons?
Forging and casting are two different methods of making pistons for engines. However, some high performance cars rely only on forged pistons.
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Are LED Headlights Really Better Than HID?
LED headlights have largely taken over the market from HID and halogen lights, and they definitely have advantages. Yet HID lights have their strengths, too.
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What's The Difference Between The Ford 427 And Ford 428 Engines?
Ford has a pair of engines known as the 427 FE and 428 FE. Despite their similar names, there are some noteworthy differences between the two of them.
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How To Stop Static Shock From Zapping You Every Time You Exit Your Car
Who hasn’t felt that sharp zap when stepping out of a car? The good news is that there are things you can do to prevent these unpleasant shocks.
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Should You Replace Your Ignition Coils When You Replace Spark Plugs?
While many drivers will be changing their spark plugs more often than ignition coils, some might wonder if both should be replaced at the same time.
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What Actually Happens If You Leave Your Key Fob Behind While Driving
Driving away without your key fob can cause several kinds of problems and inconveniences. Fortunately, there are also several kinds of solutions.
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What Are The Differences Between 400- And 800-Volt EVs?
The differences between a 400- and 800-volt EV are more than a simple question of voltage. They affect the vehicles' weight, efficiency, and price.
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Why US Traffic Lights Don't Have Countdown Timers
Yellow traffic lights in over 20 countries count down to when the red light appears, but that's banned in the United States. Here's why the U.S. is different.
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5 Engines With The Longest Production Runs
These days, vehicles' engines seem to change with every new regulation. But these car and truck engines lasted decades with few major alterations.
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Why Did So Many Cars Switch From Manual To Electronic Parking Brakes?
If you're still pulling up a lever to use the parking brake (or not pulling it up), you've missed the trend toward electronic brakes. Here's why they're so hot.
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Why Is Engine Size Measured In Liters?
Gas-powered cars can be found all over the world. Even in the United States, though, their engine sizes are measured using the metric system's liters.
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Here's What That Boomerang On The Back Of Old School Limos Was For
Many old school limousines had a boomerang attached to their back. While it's certainly stylistic, that strangely-shaped addition wasn't just for aesthetics.
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Portable Tire Inflators Can Save You In A Pinch: These Are The Features To Look Out For
Portable tire inflators can be a life saver in an emergency situation. These are the features you should keep an eye out for when shopping for one.
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Here's What Makes Laser Iridium Spark Plugs Different From Standard Iridium Plugs
Manufacturer NGK makes its own specialized Laser Iridium spark plugs. Here's what exactly makes them different from regular iridium spark plugs.
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The Iron Duke: GM's Unkillable Engine That Never Got The Respect It Deserved
General Motors' four-cylinder Iron Duke drew on the proven engineering and lasted more than a decade. But it was shadowed by disastrous use in one model.
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Hard Driving Your EV Might Be The Best Thing For Its Battery
Some EV owners might be tempted to drive carefully out of fear over their battery life. But driving with a bit more force could actually help the battery out.
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Why Boeing Built The 747SP: The Short 747 With Long-Range Power
Boeing faced a problem with long-range routes that couldn’t fill a full-size 747, so it came up with a very simple solution: shrinking the plane.
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