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  • An orange 1972 Chrysler Valiant VH Charger R-T E49.
    3

    As The New Dodge Charger Sixpack Reaches Owners, Let's Honor The Hot Aussie Mopar Six

    Dodge has an interesting past with six-cylinder power — just not in the United States. Its new gas-powered Charger Sixpack has an ancestor Down Under.

    By Aakash Badree 6 hours ago Read More
  • Acura NSX tape deck
    9

    5 Easy Ways To Put A Tape Deck In Your Car (Because Lexus Was Right All Along)

    Lexus last made a car with a tape deck over 15 years ago, but that shouldn't stop you from putting one in your car today and experiencing audio joy.

    By Brad Brownell 8 hours ago Read More
  • Vintage Dodge Charger R/T with 440 Magnum engine
    4

    What's The Difference Between The Mopar 440 And 440 Magnum Muscle Car Engines?

    The Mopar 440 powered late '60s Dodge and Plymouth cars, with both standard and iconic high-performance versions putting their stamp on the muscle car era.

    By B. L. Johnson 11 hours ago Read More
  • 2018 Rezvani Beast Alpha hard front
    15

    You Desperately Need This Salvaged Lotus Elise That's Been Rebodied With Forward-Sliding Attack Doors

    This Rezvani Beast is one of just three prototypes based on the Elise, and it has a 500-hp turbocharged Honda engine.

    By Collin Woodard 11 hours ago Read More
  • A photo from a mountain in the desert showing thousands of cars parked on the desert floor and a large dust cloud hovering above it
    40

    Off-Roaders Left With Just 3,800 Miles Of Trails After Judge Shuts Down 2,200 Miles To Preserve An Endangered Keystone Species

    Hopefully this court order will help the desert tortoise population rebuild, to regain the delicate natural balance of the Mojave.

    By Logan K. Carter 14 hours ago Read More
  • WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 03: U.S. President Donald Trump answers questions while meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in the Oval Office of the White House March 3, 2026 in Washington, DC. Trump and Merz are expected to discuss a range of topics including the recent U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran and international tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)
    113

    No One Knows How To Plan For The World After 2028

    The future may be bright, but that could be fire or just toxic smog haze.

    By Amber DaSilva 17 hours ago Read More
  • The aftermath of an accident showing multiple vehicles smashed up
    10

    The Most Dangerous Days To Drive In America Have Been Remarkably Consistent

    It's important to try and avoid getting into accidents when you're driving, but some particular days are consistently dangerous when you're in a vehicle.

    By Shane Schmid 17 hours ago Read More
  • License plate reader mounted on a lightpost with solar panel, San Francisco, California, February 5, 2026. (Photo by Smith Collection/Gado/Getty Images)
    15

    If You're Going To Smash License Plate Scanners, Maybe Cover Your Own Plate First

    The cops may call this "malicious destruction of police property," a "felony," but I call it something else: a touch of idiocy.

    By Amber DaSilva 18 hours ago Read More
  • 1999 Ford Mustang GT front three-quarter image
    62

    At $7,500, Could You Horse Around In This 1999 Ford Mustang GT?

    Do V8 power and a convertible roof make this a must-have for the coming summer?

    By Rob Emslie 19 hours ago Read More
  • Broken engine mount
    6

    Hydraulic Vs Rubber Engine Mounts: How Are They Different And Why It Matters

    Engine mounts are vital automotive components, but they're not all the same. Here's the difference between standard rubber mounts and hydraulic versions.

    By B. L. Johnson 22 hours ago Read More
  • 2022 Porsche 911 GT3 front 3/4
    77

    Florida Man Sues Porsche Claiming His 'New' $281,940 911 GT3 Was Previously Used As A Technician Trainer

    The GT3 had just 34 miles on it, and the dealer allegedly said it had just been used as a display vehicle.

    By Collin Woodard 1 day ago Read More
  • An unidentified car's dual exit exhaust pipe
    54

    Europe's Had Gasoline Particulate Filters For 10 Years, Now It's America's Turn

    Gasoline particulate filters (GPFs) have been on the roads of Europe for some time amid concerns about air quality, but now they're crossing the pond.

    By Kiran Menon 1 day ago Read More
  • A BMW N54 engine alongside a BMW N55 engine on a graduated blue background
    8

    How Does The BMW N54 Compare To The N55?

    The BMW 3.0 N55 engine only came a few years later than the 3.0 N54, and both had much the same power output, so what are the differences between the two?

    By B. L. Johnson 1 day ago Read More
  • Ferrari Testarossa on the street
    31

    5 Iconic Poster Cars That Just Aren't That Good

    If you had car posters on your wall as a kid, you might be disappointed after getting behind the wheel of some of the most lusted-after vehicles of all time.

    By Brad Brownell 1 day ago Read More
  • Closeup of a tractor-trailer wheel with no tire
    14

    Truck Driver Pulled Over After Driving Over 62 Miles With A Tire Missing

    Both the driver and the shipping company were charged — the former for operating his truck unsafely, the latter for allowing it to happen.

    By Amber DaSilva 1 day ago Read More
  • Drift limo at Ice King Battle
    1

    1000-HP Mercedes-Benz Limo Has Turbos Bigger Than Your Face, Perfect For Proms

    Racing up ski slopes, this twin-turbo-V8-swapped Mercedes limo has strayed about as far from its original purpose is possible, and that's why we love it.

    By Brad Brownell 1 day ago Read More
  • Front three quarters shot of a white and green F-350 Centurion Crew Cab Dually parked in front of green bushes
    7

    Before Automakers Started Selling Luxury Trucks And SUVs, Custom Conversion Vans, Pickups, And SUVs Were King

    If you're looking for a dose of nostalgia or you're simply trying to figure out the appeal of these machines, we've got the YouTube video for you.

    By Logan K. Carter 1 day ago Read More
  • Plymouth's Hy-Drive transmission inside a 1953 Cambridge
    3

    Plymouth's Hy-Drive Transmission Was Half-Manual, Half-Automatic, And Totally Confusing

    Plymouth used a Hy-Drive transmission that was fairly simple to use in practice, but its strange design and high cost caused it to quickly be discontinued.

    By Kiran Menon 1 day ago Read More
  • Motorists driving on Interstate 210 in Pasadena, California
    7

    Why It Matters That Engine Hours And Idle Hours Are Different

    You might be relying heavily on your engine hours and overall mileage to determine when to perform maintenance, but you should pay attention to idle hours, too.

    By Alvin Reyes 2 days ago Read More
  • DMC Delorean with its doors open
    43

    Nobody Wanted These Cars In The 1980s, Now Collectors Do

    Some cars you may remember from the 1970s and 1980s were sales flops and even laughed at. Today, they're sought-after collectibles that can fetch serious money.

    By B. L. Johnson 2 days ago Read More
  • Wheels are for dorks, ride a ball scooter
    7

    This Omni-Directional Monoball Scooter Is Like Riding A Trackball Mouse From 2003

    If you've ever wondered what it's like to turn medicine balls into a motorcycle, then downsize to just one wheel, we've got the YouTube channel for you.

    By Brad Brownell 2 days ago Read More
  • Riding a Sportster-powered 1200cc yard kart
    5

    Heck Yeah Brother: Home-Built Harley-Powered Go Kart Is Pure Rolling Thunder

    A tiny go kart powered by a 1200cc Harley Davidson V-twin engine, and riding on knobby tires just might be the perfect recipe for speed, noise, and fun.

    By Brad Brownell 2 days ago Read More
  • Bratislava, Slovakia - September, 3, 2023 : Continental sign on a wall. Continental is the world's third largest automotive supplier.
    51

    Europe's Auto Suppliers Are In Real Trouble

    We're looking at the state of the European auto supplier industry, as well as an odd counterpoint to rising gas prices due to war with Iran.

    By Amber DaSilva 2 days ago Read More
  • 2005 Audi S4 Avant Quattro front three-quarter image
    42

    At $6,500, Are You Brave Enough To Take On This 2005 Audi S4 Avant?

    Is there anything as alluring - and terrifying - as a fast, cheap Audi wagon?

    By Rob Emslie 2 days ago Read More
  • Thief attempting to break in to car
    16

    5 Anti-Theft Devices For Your Car That Aren't Annoying To Use

    Most modern cars aren't vulnerable to hotwiring, but that doesn't mean they're completely safe from theft. Protect your vehicle with these five devices.

    By B. L. Johnson 2 days ago Read More
  • An early Harley-Davidson prototype with other bikes in the background
    2

    Why Early Harley-Davidsons Had Bicycle Pedals

    The oldest Harley-Davidson motorcycles weren't too different from bicycles. The first models from the brand had pedals that riders would need to use.

    By Shane Schmid 2 days ago Read More
  • Cars parked in a row at a dealership
    5

    Here's How The Depreciation Curve Works For Cars

    With a few exceptions, car depreciation is unavoidable. Fortunately, value doesn't just drop like a rock. Here's how the depreciation curve actually works.

    By Monday Goma 2 days ago Read More
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