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  • A broken windshield wiper.
    0

    Stop Using WD-40 On Your Wiper Blades. Use This Instead.

    You may have heard that using WD-40 on your windshield wipers is a good way to maintain them, but it's not true. Here's what you should use instead.

    By Ron King 1 hour ago Read More
  • Josh's two-tone 2003 Toyota Corolla from Pimp My Ride
    0

    10 Of The Worst Pimp My Ride Cars The Show Ever Produced

    In the '00s, people dreamed of having their car transformed by MTV's "Pimp My Ride," but the pimpification of these bling wagons was more nightmare fuel.

    By Frankie Cruz 2 hours ago Read More
  • LA workers painting a street white
    1

    LA's White Painted Streets Actually Serve A Cool Purpose

    Los Angeles has started painting some of its streets white, and there's actually a really cool reason why. Here's what to know about LA's white roads.

    By Shane Schmid 3 hours ago Read More
  • Car heater blowing cold air on a frosty windshield.
    0

    4 Reasons Your Car's Heater Will Only Blow Cold Air (And What To Do About It)

    A car heater that blows cold air is extremely annoying, and there are several issues that can cause this problem. Here are the most likely causes.

    By Ron King 5 hours ago Read More
  • A green 1970 Plymouth Duster does a burnout
    0

    Why A Live Rear Axle Is Better For Drag Racing

    Live axles and independent rear suspension each have their benefits and drawbacks, but live axles are particularly well-suited to drag racing.

    By Paul Stadden 6 hours ago Read More
  • A distributor ignition system from an old truck
    7

    Why Did Cars Switch From Distributors To Coil Packs?

    Older models of cars used to rely on distributor-based ignition systems. Today, though, modern vehicles rely on coil packs instead. Here's why.

    By Alvin Reyes 14 hours ago Read More
  • Driver's licenses from multiple states
    2

    Is It Legal To Have Two Driver's Licenses From Two Different States?

    Maintaining a driver's license in multiple states may seem useful, but is it legal? Here's everything you need to know about having more than one license.

    By B. L. Johnson 15 hours ago Read More
  • Max Verstappen's No. 1 Red Bull car in the pits.
    0

    The Reason Max Verstappen Is Number 1 (And How F1 Drivers Get Their Numbers)

    Lando Norris’s championship win means Max Verstappen must give up the No. 1 in 2026. But how do Formula 1 drivers get their numbers in the first place?

    By Nishant Jayaram 16 hours ago Read More
  • A formation of yellow Fitch barriers
    1

    Why Water-Filled Highway Crash Barrels Don't Freeze – Even In The Coldest Weather

    Water-filled barrels are used on the highway to prevent crashes. You might think they'd freeze in the winter, but they have a special quirk that prevents this.

    By Ryan Erik King 18 hours ago Read More
  • A close-up view of the engine compartment of a 1962 Chevrolet Nova with the small block 327.
    4

    Chevy's 327 Proved You Don't Need A Big Block To Win Races

    Chevy made waves with its engine designs throughout history. Its small-block 327 proved that size wasn't the only thing that could help you win races.

    By Abhik Das 19 hours ago Read More
  • A mechanic with gloves holding a car's alternator.
    1

    Should You Replace Your Car's Serpentine Belt When Replacing The Alternator?

    The alternator and serpentine belt are part of the same system in your car. But does that mean you should replace the belt when you're replacing the alternator?

    By Charles Krome 22 hours ago Read More
  • An Allison transmission rotating at high speed during dynamometer testing.
    5

    The History Of Allison Transmission, And Why GM Is No Longer In The Picture

    Allison transmissions were featured in General Motors vehicles for almost a century. The breakup between the companies was a long time in the making.

    By Rohaan Sakrani 23 hours ago Read More
  • 2002 Honda S2000 parked on a paved road between grass with trees in the background
    3

    Why Honda's F22C1 Engine In The S2000 Was Unique To The US

    The Japanese automaker has produced some fantastic cars over the years, but few compare to the S2000 that launched with a high-revving 2.0-liter VTEC engine.

    By Monday Goma 1 day ago Read More
  • A Detailed CloseUp View of Engine Components Specifically Camshaft and Valve Lifters
    9

    Why Do Some Engines Use Hydraulic Lifters?

    Mechanical lifters were once commonplace in internal combustions engines, but they've been mostly replaced by hydraulic lifters, which offer a lot of benefits.

    By Rohaan Sakrani 1 day ago Read More
  • tom cruise
    50

    Tom Cruise's Space Movie Reportedly Died Because He Refused To Beg Trump For Permission To Shoot It In Space

    We are still getting a "Days of Thunder" sequel, so at least there's that.

    By Collin Woodard 2 days ago Read More
  • A front three quarters sho of the white Sbarro Super Five parked on dirt in front of gray shipping containers and trees
    13

    1983 Sbarro Super Five Is The Leather-Lined, Fiberglass Bodied Renault 5 Alpine Turbo You've Never Heard Of

    It is one of the rarest cars around, too, with only one other example claimed to have been built.

    By Logan K. Carter 2 days ago Read More
  • Bucharest, Romania - 03.21.2025: Car traffic at rush hour, car pollution, traffic jam
    141

    Europe Gives Up On Its 2035 Internal Combustion Engine Ban

    The European Commission throws in the towel on planned 2035 combustion engine ban, global EV sales see their slowest growth since February of 2024, and more.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 2 days ago Read More
  • 1970 Cadillac Eldorado 'Superfly' front three-quarter image
    61

    At $19,000, Is This Custom 1970 Cadillac Eldorado A Pretty Fly Deal?

    What's your take on this Super Fly Caddy and that $19,000 asking? Does that make you want to become an urban legend? Or is that just exploitative?

    By Rob Emslie 2 days ago Read More
  • A dirty, filmy windshield with a wiper blade trying to clean it.
    23

    Why Your Car Windows Get That Nasty Haze On Them

    If you're thinking the film on the inside of your car windows is surprisingly persistent, you're right. That haze isn't just annoying; it may also be dangerous.

    By Chad Kirchner 2 days ago Read More
  • A vintage beige motorhome parked on a paved lot, framed by leafless winter trees and modern buildings in the background
    0

    Before You Store Your RV For Winter, Do This To Protect Your Battery

    Storing your RV for the winter shouldn't be too complicated. However, it is important that you take the proper steps to protect your battery. Here's how.

    By Rohaan Sakrani 3 days ago Read More
  • A 1964 AC Cobra racing in a vintage race, with the headlamps taped over with black X's.
    5

    Why X-Taping Race Car Headlights Used To Matter — And What Changed

    Race car headlights once were X-taped to prevent foreseeable problems involving them. Then came a technological update that altered the calculus.

    By Greg Poggiali 3 days ago Read More
  • Smiling mechanic in shop.
    22

    These Car Maintenance Mistakes Are Keeping Your Mechanic Rich

    There are a lot of things to keep track of to keep your car running, but ignoring them can cost you. Here are some potentially expensive maintenance mistakes.

    By Taylor Ramey 3 days ago Read More
  • A Tesla Model Y sits on the lot at a Tesla dealership on April 15, 2024 in Austin, Texas.
    80

    Tesla Is Once Again Buoying The EV Market Following The Death Of Federal EV Incentives

    Tesla is doing the heavy lifting when it comes to EV registrations as legacy automakers see drops following the death of federal incentives and more.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 3 days ago Read More
  • 1998 Chevrolet Metro side image
    102

    At $7,995, Is This 1998 Chevrolet Metro A Small Wonder?

    We'll still have to gauge whether the seller's $7,995 price tag is in line with this odd duck of a restored Metro. What do you say?

    By Rob Emslie 3 days ago Read More
  • A close-up of an engine showing a serpentine belt
    18

    Why Did Cars Switch From V-Belts To A Serpentine Belt?

    V-belts were the standard for decades, but serpentine belts have replaced them in today's cars. There are several reasons V-belts are an endangered species.

    By Shane Schmid 3 days ago Read More
  • A 2015 Honda Civic parked on a city street
    8

    Alleged Thief Liked A Car So Much He Stole It Again

    Many of us have that "one that got away," a car we once owned that we later wish we hadn't let go. It seems that thieves may have similar regrets at times.

    By Justin Hughes 3 days ago Read More
  • A driver experiencing car problems in winter weather.
    5

    Who Should Be Using A Different Motor Oil In Winter?

    Generally, there's no reason to switch engine oil during the winter. However, that's not always the case. Here's what to know about winter motor oil.

    By Ron King 4 days ago Read More
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