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  • Red Audi Sport Quattro, front three-quarter angle.
    2

    11 Cars With Remarkably Short Production Runs

    Some cars have become so iconic that it's easy to forget they only existed for a short time, like these vehicles with ridiculously short production runs.

    By Max Larsen 45 min ago Read More
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    6

    A 3-Button Garage Door Opener Can Be Used For More Than You Think

    Those extra buttons on your remote garage door opener are not just decoration. They can make your life a little easier, if you know what you're doing.

    By B. L. Johnson 2 hours ago Read More
  • A man struggling to start his car in winter
    1

    Why Car Batteries Fail When It's Freezing (And How To Prevent It From Happening)

    Car batteries are extremely robust, but they do have a few weaknesses, including extreme weather. Here's why cold temperatures are particularly harmful.

    By Shane Schmid 4 hours ago Read More
  • Ford 351W small-block 5.8L V8
    5

    Ford 351W Vs. Chevy 350: How Do The Small Blocks Compare?

    The Ford 351W and the Chevrolet 350 V8 engines are iconic in the auto world. While they are similar, they also feature some differences. Here's what to know.

    By Kiran Menon 10 hours ago Read More
  • Close up of worn tire with pebbles in grooves
    3

    What Actually Happens To Tire Tread When It Wears Away, And Is It Harmful?

    We know gas cars are bad for the environment. EVs are cleaner, but all cars have tires — and tire pollution is a source of toxic microplastics and chemicals.

    By Charles Krome 13 hours ago Read More
  • The digital car key app open on Android
    2

    Here's How To Store Your Digital Car Keys On Your Android Phone

    Many modern cars allow you to store digital car keys on your Android phone. But the process can be a bit involved if you aren't already familiar with it.

    By Rohaan Sakrani 16 hours ago Read More
  • Ralph Lauren posing with a black Bentley at a showroom
    11

    10 Famous Celebrities And Their Forgotten First Cars

    Forget the flashy world of celebrity car collectors, and let's look back at 11 diamonds in the rough: the first cars owned by these now-famous celebrities.

    By Andrew Ekuwem 17 hours ago Read More
  • A BMW M550d B57S quad-turbo diesel engine on display
    3

    BMW's Quad-Turbo Diesel Was Too Complicated (And Expensive) To Survive

    BMW began production of a quad-turbo diesel engine in 2016. Unfortunately, it ended production due to complicated engineering and its massive cost.

    By Rohaan Sakrani 17 hours ago Read More
  • Brake rotor with blue caliper
    5

    Should You Replace Brake Calipers When You Replace Rotors?

    It's critical that you replace your disc brake pads and rotors regularly. But what about the calipers? Here's how to know if you should replace them or not.

    By Nishant Jayaram 17 hours ago Read More
  • Bak2Bak, a car made of two Chrysler minivan front ends welded together
    9

    This Minivan Doesn't Know Whether It's Coming Or Going, Which Is Why It's Awesome

    When is a minivan not a minivan? When it accidentally becomes a sedan by welding two front halves together, back-to-back.

    By Justin Hughes 18 hours ago Read More
  • A set of plastic valve covers next to aluminum valve covers
    15

    Metal Valve Covers Can Last Longer, But Modern Cars Use Plastic: Here's Why

    It might seem like a bad move, but there are two major reasons why automakers are fitting their cars with plastic valve covers instead of metal ones.

    By Shane Schmid 18 hours ago Read More
  • A crankshaft held by a technician next to pistons on a table
    5

    The Difference Between Cross-Plane And Flat-Plane Cranks

    Cross-plane and flat-plane ranks have some major differences beyond their names. These impact not just their design, but their performance as well.

    By Kiran Menon 20 hours ago Read More
  • Engine oil dipstick showing slightly fresh, golden oil
    0

    Here's What The Color Of Your Engine Oil Can Tell You

    The color of your car's engine oil can tell you a lot about its overall health, including alerting you to potentially dangerous problems.

    By Alvin Reyes 22 hours ago Read More
  • 2006 Jaguar X-Type estate front threee-quarter image
    41

    At $9,000, Could This Swank 2006 Jaguar X-Type Estate Make You Feel Like Royalty?

    What do you think about this small, fairly rare estate and that price tag? Does that feel like a deal to drive like a queen?

    By Rob Emslie 1 day ago Read More
  • A pile of used tires outside
    3

    Do Tire Shops Reuse Or Recycle Old Tires?

    Disposing of old tires properly can be tricky. Fortunately, you may be able to drop them off at your local tire shop for recycling. Here's what to know.

    By Shane Schmid 1 day ago Read More
  • An image of a Cummins diesel engine in an open engine bay
    4

    Why Diesel Engines Have Higher Compression Ratios Than Gas Engines

    Diesel engines are different from gas engines in numerous ways, including their use of high compression ratios. Here's why that is and what it means.

    By Kiran Menon 1 day ago Read More
  • 2019 Toyota Prius Limited driving on a paved road next to a body of water
    6

    Every Toyota Prius Generation, Ranked By Reliability

    The Prius launched in 1997 as the first mass-market hybrid, setting a new benchmark for efficiency. But which Prius generation offers the strongest reliability?

    By Monday Goma 1 day ago Read More
  • Traffic light on yellow with sky and trees in background.
    7

    Who Really Invented The Yellow Traffic Light?

    Early traffic lights had only red and green, which unsurprisingly made intersections rather chaotic. Who invented the yellow light, and when was it introduced?

    By B. L. Johnson 1 day ago Read More
  • BMW S58 in M3 CS Touring
    4

    What Makes BMW's S58 Straight-6 Powertrain So Popular?

    BMW is known for its excellent straight-six engines, including the relatively new S58. Here's what makes the S58, in particular, so popular and powerful.

    By Kiran Menon 1 day ago Read More
  • Sunload sensor on dash of car
    8

    Here's What That Little Sphere On The Top Of Your Dashboard Is For

    If you've ever noticed a strange sphere on your car's dash and wondered what it's for, you're not alone. Here's what that odd little object actually does.

    By B. L. Johnson 2 days ago Read More
  • Studio shot of a 1967 Lotus Elan
    11

    The Rare British Roadster That Helped Inspire The Mazda Miata

    The Mazda Miata is a legendary roadster with broad appeal, but inspiration for the design philosophy came from one specific car, more than any other.

    By Chloe Clougher 2 days ago Read More
  • A close-up view of one side of a car's suspension assembly.
    0

    4 Telltale Signs Your Suspension Might Be Failing

    Recognizing the telltale signs of suspension trouble can help you avoid greater damage. These are the top four signs of suspension problems you should know.

    By Marko Mikulic 2 days ago Read More
  • Several piston rings on a table
    4

    Piston Ring Endgaps Matter More Than You Think: Here's Why

    You might overlook the end gaps of piston rings in your car. They shouldn't be taken so lightly, though, as they actually play a vital role in your engine.

    By Rohaan Sakrani 2 days ago Read More
  • A view showing the curved section of a Nissan Cube's rear window
    17

    5 Car Window Designs That Dared To Be Different

    While cars today can all look very similar, some older car window designs made some daring choices. Here are five of the most unique windows out there.

    By Chloe Clougher 2 days ago Read More
  • A person checking a car's transmission fluid level with a dipstick
    136

    Why Are Car Makers Removing The Transmission Dipstick?

    The transmission dipstick can be exceptionally valuable when it comes to maintaining your car. Recently, though, newer models have been released without it.

    By Kiran Menon 2 days ago Read More
  • A tire being professionally balanced with a digital balancer
    2

    5 Warning Signs That It's Time To Get Your Tires Balanced

    Everyone knows tires need balancing, but how do you know when it's time? Here are the key warning signs to watch for before the problem gets much worse.

    By B. L. Johnson 2 days ago Read More
  • 2024 Honda Passport TrailSport fording a stream
    6

    How Reliable Is The 2025 Honda Passport? Here's What Consumer Reports Says

    The Honda Passport looks great on paper, but how does its reliability compare to other midsize SUVs? We analyzed data gathered by Consumer Reports to find out.

    By Charles Krome 2 days ago Read More
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