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  • Photo of five lanes of heavy traffic in Chicago.
    1

    In Some US Cities, You'll Lose Over 100 Hours A Year Sitting In Traffic (That's More Than 2 Full Work-Weeks)

    Traffic is a reality in many U.S, cities, with three landing in the top five worst cities in the world for traffic delays, costing us both time and money.

    By Charles Krome 3 hours ago Read More
  • A person using a pressure washer to clean the wheels, tires, and underside of a crossover SUV
    2

    Can A Pressure Washer Damage Your Tires?

    Pressure washers are handy tools, but many people are unsure whether they can use them on their cars or not. Here's what to know before pressure washing tires.

    By Alvin Reyes 8 hours ago Read More
  • A vintage gas station with two fuel dispensers
    4

    This Was The First Real Gas Station In The Nation

    Gas stations have come a long way. The first one ever built used a hilariously simple and crude method to fill cars with gas, and it's a total nostalgia trip.

    By Benjamin Gracias 9 hours ago Read More
  • A close up view of a carbureted V-8 engine with a performance air filter on top
    0

    What's The Difference Between A Throttle Body And A Carburetor?

    A carburetor and a throttle body both feed air into the engine, but confusingly, a carburetor has its own throttle body. Here's where the two really differ.

    By Alvin Reyes 11 hours ago Read More
  • The front 3/4 of 2024 Porsche Macan on city street
    3

    Owners Say These Are The Biggest Problems With The 2021-2024 Porsche Macan

    While they boast impressive reliability ratings and reviews, 2021-2024 Porsche Macans have their fair share of issues potential owners should be aware of.

    By Charles Krome 12 hours ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 of 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air coupe at London Concours 2022
    7

    Should The 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Be Considered A Muscle Car?

    Is the 1957 Chevy Bel Air a true muscle car or just a really fast family ride? We're letting you decide, but first, here are both sides of the argument.

    By Charles Krome 13 hours ago Read More
  • Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X on a drag strip
    1

    Why Magazine Acceleration Testing Actually Matters

    Just drive cars you enjoy and don't worry about the numbers. Until it's time to argue about cars on the internet, that is.

    By Collin Woodard 14 hours ago Read More
  • A colorful Red Devil bus on the job in Panama City.
    1

    9 Brilliantly Quirky Car Communities Worth Knowing About

    Cars have long been central to American culture. The same is true in many other parts of the world, where entire subcultures revolve around customized vehicles.

    By Max Larsen 14 hours ago Read More
  • A new HEPA cabin air filter
    3

    What Are The Pros And Cons Of HEPA Cabin Air Filters?

    HEPA filters help provide the cleanest cabin air, but they have significant drawbacks over standard air filters that buyers should be aware of.

    By B. L. Johnson 15 hours ago Read More
  • A close-up of a gray BMW M4 showcasing its engine.
    10

    Inline Vs. V Engines: Engineering, Packaging, Smoothness, And Other Differences

    The differences between V and inline layouts dictate everything from smoothness to sound and even how many cylinders an engine can fit. Here's how they compare.

    By Marko Mikulic 17 hours ago Read More
  • A severely damaged car sits on the side of the road.
    8

    Will Car Insurance Cover The Cost Of Frame Damage Repairs?

    If your car's frame was damaged in a bad accident, your insurance might cover the repairs, but only if the math adds up. Here's what you need to know.

    By Aakash Badree 18 hours ago Read More
  • The dense jungle of the Darién Gap
    2

    If You Want To Road Trip The World's Longest Highway, You'll Have To Plan For The Darién Gap

    The 19,000-mile highway is broken by a 60-mile stretch of nearly impassable jungle and swampland, and bypassing it requires flying or shipping your vehicle.

    By Chloe Clougher 19 hours ago Read More
  • Photo of a 440 Six Pack V8 engine
    10

    The Biggest Difference Between The 426 Hemi And 440 Six Pack Is Daily Livability

    Choosing between a Hemi and a 440 Six Pack was the ultimate Mopar dilemma. While the Hemi ruled the track, the Six Pack provided more streetable performance.

    By Kiran Menon 21 hours ago Read More
  • Mercedes sedan
    79

    What Was The Best Year For Cars?

    No, not just the year your favorite car came out.

    By Brad Brownell 22 hours ago Read More
  • A front 3/4 of Buick Centurion XP-301 concept car
    8

    The First Car With A Backup Camera Was This 1950s Concept

    This American concept car used a surprisingly modern approach to backup cameras, but the system wouldn't appear in production cars for another 35 years.

    By Charles Krome 1 day ago Read More
  • A white hybrid vehicle with a hybrid badge on the side of it.
    4

    How To Buy A Used Hybrid Without Getting Burned: Battery Health, Inspection Checklist, And Warning Signs

    Hybrids get great mileage, and with the price of gas soaring, it's tempting to look for a used one to save money on the front end. Here's the best way to do it.

    By Marko Mikulic 1 day ago Read More
  • 1936 540K Cabriolet by Erdmann & Rossi at the Petersen Automotive Museum
    9

    'World-Class' At The Petersen Museum Condenses 100 Years Of Mercedes-Benz Into A Greatest Hits Exhibit Featuring Cars You've Definitely Never Seen Before

    Even for the most discerning Mercedes fan, there will be at least a couple cars in this 42-vehicle exhibit that surprise and delight.

    By Daniel Golson 2 days ago Read More
  • Waymo self driving car navigates a street at night in downtown Atlanta, Georgia, United States, October 21, 2025.
    20

    Safety Concerns Prompt Waymo To Pause Highway Rides Across The U.S. And Atlanta Operations Altogether

    Waymo says no more highway rides for its self-driving cars, at least for the moment.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 2 days ago Read More
  • 2011 Saab 9-4x Premium front three-quarter image
    69

    At $9,988, Is This 2011 Saab 9-4x An Uber-Rare Bargain?

    Far less common than its Cadillac cousin, does exclusivity give this GM-based Saab a tempting shine?

    By Rob Emslie 2 days ago Read More
  • Two campers sitting on the roof of their overlanding van
    34

    Here's What The 3-3-3 Road Trip Rule Means

    This traveling strategy is a way to turn your driving holiday into a slower-paced and more comfortable experience, with other big upsides, too.

    By Brad Brownell 2 days ago Read More
  • Build It Yourself V10 Continental
    15

    Here's What It Took To (Hopefully) Stop The 700-HP V10 Continental's Custom-Built Engine From Blowing Itself Up (Again)

    So, what was the fix? A dry sump system, of course!

    By Collin Woodard 2 days ago Read More
  • A black-and-white photograph of Rudolf Diesel
    20

    Rudolf Diesel, Inventor Of The Diesel Engine, Mysteriously Vanished In 1913

    A ruling attempted to explain why diesel engine inventor Rudolf Diesel vanished and turned up dead, but alternative theories still surround his abrupt demise.

    By Chloe Clougher 3 days ago Read More
  • A photo of the underside of the flipped fire truck propped up against an H&R Block with firefighters in the picture
    33

    LAFD Finds Out Why You Don't See Any Fire Engines In Formula Drift

    When responding to a structure fire, the driver swerved to avoid colliding with a vehicle, causing the fire engine to spin and eventually roll onto its side.

    By Logan K. Carter 3 days ago Read More
  • Chevy Corvette driving on a banked racetrack
    18

    Police Seize Stolen Corvette After Pursuit, Driver Claims It's His And Steals It Back From Impound Lot

    On top of the charges from the initial police pursuit, the driver is now facing charges for breaking into the impound lot and stealing the car a second time.

    By Justin Hughes 3 days ago Read More
  • Blink-182 at the Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door reveal
    47

    Mercedes-AMG Shut Down LA's 6th Street Bridge For The Most Outrageous Car Reveal Ever

    The electric AMG GT 4-Door Coupe was revealed using burnouts and pyrotechnics on a makeshift Autobahn with the help of Brad Pitt, George Russell, and Blink-182.

    By Daniel Golson 3 days ago Read More
  • A Cybertruck sits immobilized on the shoreline of a Texas lake after attempting to test the truck's
    34

    Cybertruck Driver Tried Using Wade Mode In A Lake, Ended Up In Jail

    The Cybertruck, took on water, bricked itself, and had to be abandoned. Amongst others, the driver now faces charges for not having valid boat registration.

    By Lalita Chemello 3 days ago Read More
  • Photo of a red 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4-door
    35

    Jeep Calls The Wrangler An SUV, But Much Of The Internet Begs To Differ

    The Jeep Wrangler is legendary. However, many owners are divided regarding the type of vehicle it is. Jeep calls the Wrangler an SUV, but not everyone agrees.

    By Kiran Menon 3 days ago Read More
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