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  • Close-up of a woman shifting gears in a car
    3

    How The 80s Handled Overdrive (And Why We're Kinda Glad It's Not A Thing Any More)

    The last nail in the coffin was technological advancement.

    By Danillo Almeida 53 min ago Read More
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    4

    Can A Used Saab Be Reliable? Yes, But It Will Take Some Work

    Saab has been out of commission for over a decade now, but it's not a bad idea to go for one of its used models. Just know that you'll need to put in some work.

    By Nico DeMattia 2 hours ago Read More
  • A white subcompact hatchback tailgating a gray crossover on the highway
    3

    When Does Following A Car Become Tailgating?

    Nobody wants to have a tailgater right behind them, and laws often forbid the practice. But how do you know when you've crossed over into tailgating?

    By Alvin Reyes 3 hours ago Read More
  • A Lancia Fulvia Coupe 1.6 HF parked by a building
    2

    5 Oddball Cars With V4 Engines

    While you'll commonly see inline-fours, V6s, or V8s today, a few oddball cars in the past have boasted V4 engines that allowed for unique designs.

    By Benjamin Gracias 4 hours ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 of Aurora Safety Car at the Lane Motor Museum
    0

    The 1957 Aurora Safety Car Looks Ready To Scoop Up Krill Into Its Gaping Maw

    Alfred A. Juliano's Safety Car was an intriguing thing to look at and was ahead of its time in some ways, but it wasn't exactly a success story.

    By Charles Krome 8 hours ago Read More
  • Three-quarter view of a first-generation Honda CR-V
    7

    This Honda CR-V Shower Attachment Might Be The Weirdest Vehicle Option Ever

    The foldable table built into the back of the first-generation Honda CR-V is a pretty well-known feature, but there was also an available water feature.

    By Danillo Almeida 10 hours ago Read More
  • Low-down shot of a purple 1932 Ford hot rod
    4

    5 Vintage Cars Other Than '32 Fords That Would Make Fantastic Hot Rods

    It feels that every other hot rod is a 1930s Ford, so it’s worth thinking outside the box. Here are five cool alternatives to inspire your next build.

    By Chloe Clougher 18 hours ago Read More
  • A general view of Tehran with smoke visible in the distance after explosions were reported in the city, on March 02, 2026 in Tehran, Iran.
    101

    U.S.-Israeli War With Iran Is Making Life Hard For Automakers Around The Globe

    Well, at least it's Friday.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 1 day ago Read More
  • 2001 BMW Z3 M Roadster front three-quarter image
    62

    At $48,500, Would You Go All-In On This 2001 BMW M Roadster?

    Is this best-of-the-breed M Roadster worth the $48,500 asking price as presented in the ad, or does that price tag have you saying "Mmmmmm, no."

    By Rob Emslie 1 day ago Read More
  • Dashboard of a new Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe EV
    28

    Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe EV's Interior Revealed With Some Of The Best Knobs I've Ever Seen

    The second-gen AMG GT 4-Door is going electric, and it'll have a more spacious interior with a driver-focused layout and some very cool details.

    By Daniel Golson 1 day ago Read More
  • George Russell of Great Britain driving the (63) Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team W17 on track during F1 testing at the Bahrain International Circuit.
    1

    F1 Cars Have New Lights This Season, And They Can Tell You A Lot

    With five total lights now on every F1 car, two at the front and three at the back, they can signal all sorts of important information to the drivers.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 1 day ago Read More
  • Chrysler 5.7-liter Hemi engine in a Dodge Magnum
    21

    6 Cars That Missed Out On The Hemi They Deserved

    The ubiquitous Hemi V8 defined an era for brands like Chrysler and Dodge, but there were still some cars that missed out on the iconic V8 powerplant.

    By Brad Brownell 2 days ago Read More
  • 2017 Range Rover Evoque automatic gear selector
    19

    The World's First 9-Speed Automatic Transmission Was Plagued With Problems

    Nine-speed gearboxes may be commonplace now, but the world's first example didn't have such an easy birth when it was launched. And it wasn't that long ago.

    By Chloe Clougher 2 days ago Read More
  • Side view of a 1969 Skyline 2000GT.
    16

    12 Popular Cars That Weren't Meant To Be Full Models, At First

    The auto industry is unpredictable. Some of the most iconic cars began as simple trim packages before growing into full models that exceeded all expectations.

    By Max Larsen 2 days ago Read More
  • Dave driving on Unreal Adventure 2025
    7

    The Dirthead Shed Makes Off Roading Look So Easy

    Dave had this to say about the initial build for the MazGrande: "For being a $1500 truck with probably another two grand in axles, the thing, like, dominated."

    By Brad Brownell 2 days ago Read More
  • Fresh lighting at night
    24

    The Most Important Step In A Garage Renovation Is Lighting

    Getting a dedicated garage space to work on your cars and motorcycles is great, but wrenching on your own stuff is difficult without proper lighting.

    By Brad Brownell 2 days ago Read More
  • Congested highway intersection with multiple flyovers near Houston, Texas
    100

    Why Texas Leads The US In Interstate Fatalities (And It's Not Just Bad Drivers)

    Texans aren't exactly known for being responsible drivers, but that doesn't fully explain why their roads are so dangerous. Here's the story behind the numbers.

    By Chloe Clougher 2 days ago Read More
  • Ferrari dealer NYC
    170

    The Rich Are Increasingly Propping Up New Car Sales

    The average price for a gallon of regular is up six cents from yesterday alone, and it's up 27 cents in just a week. Brutal.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 2 days ago Read More
  • 1989 Chevy Celebrity Eurosport front three-quarter image
    77

    At $4,450, Would You Be A Good Sport And Buy This 1989 Chevy Celebrity Eurosport?

    What's your take on this Chevy at its current price? Does that now seem befitting the car and its condition? Or should the seller keep on dropping the price?

    By Rob Emslie 2 days ago Read More
  • A grey Mercedes SLR McLaren Roadster parked in a hotel
    11

    The Dash-To-Axle Ratio Is A Delicate Balance That Can Make Or Break Styling

    When it comes to automotive design, dash-to-axle ratio can play a massive role in whether a car looks ridiculously cool or just ridiculous. Here's how it works.

    By Kiran Menon 2 days ago Read More
  • An orange 1972 Chrysler Valiant VH Charger R-T E49.
    7

    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 3 days ago Read More
  • Acura NSX tape deck
    34

    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 3 days ago Read More
  • Vintage Dodge Charger R/T with 440 Magnum engine
    22

    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 3 days ago Read More
  • 2018 Rezvani Beast Alpha hard front
    22

    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 3 days 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
    123

    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 3 days 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)
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    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 3 days ago Read More
  • The aftermath of an accident showing multiple vehicles smashed up
    14

    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 3 days ago Read More
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