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  • Plymouth's Hy-Drive transmission inside a 1953 Cambridge
    0

    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 53 min ago Read More
  • Motorists driving on Interstate 210 in Pasadena, California
    3

    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 3 hours ago Read More
  • DMC Delorean with its doors open
    20

    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 4 hours ago Read More
  • Wheels are for dorks, ride a ball scooter
    6

    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 5 hours 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 6 hours ago Read More
  • Bratislava, Slovakia - September, 3, 2023 : Continental sign on a wall. Continental is the world's third largest automotive supplier.
    47

    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 7 hours ago Read More
  • 2005 Audi S4 Avant Quattro front three-quarter image
    38

    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 9 hours ago Read More
  • Thief attempting to break in to car
    15

    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 10 hours ago Read More
  • An early Harley-Davidson prototype with other bikes in the background
    1

    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 19 hours ago Read More
  • Cars parked in a row at a dealership
    4

    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 20 hours ago Read More
  • A sign welcoming visitors to JFK International Airport
    7

    Here's How Airports Get Named After Presidents

    Many airports have names that commemorate that of a former president. But there's quite a bit that goes into getting that name in the first place.

    By Shane Schmid 21 hours ago Read More
  • MOUNT CRAWFORD, VIRGINIA - JUNE 30: In this aerial view, mega-convenience store and 120-pump gas station Buc-ee's welcomes customers during its grand opening in Rockingham County on June 30, 2025 in Mount Crawford, Virginia. This 74,000 square foot location is the Texas-based chain's 69th store and the first to open outside of the southern United States.
    59

    Buc-Ee's Brings Beaver Nuggets, Brisket, Buckets Of Beaver-Themed Baubles To Seven New States By Next Year

    The beaver beckons.

    By Logan K. Carter 22 hours ago Read More
  • A bridge expansion joint that enables the two concrete slabs to deal with thermal expansion.
    6

    What Those Gaps Along Highway Bridges Are Really Designed To Do

    If you see a gap in a concrete highway bridge, don't fret. It's probably not a sign of a defect; more likely, it's there to help the bridge survive.

    By Alvin Reyes 24 hours ago Read More
  • An old red Mercedes 280SL convertible parked in front of a stately home.
    16

    What Million-Mile Club Engines Have In Common (Aside From, Y'know, The Mileage)

    Want to make an engine last a million miles? Drivers control only a few of the factors that make these engines more durable than their flimsier counterparts.

    By Marko Mikulic 1 day ago Read More
  • Snowcat toy does jumps
    5

    Your Insurance Company Will Cancel Your Policy If You Even Think About This 1970s Recreational All-Terrain Tank

    Building wild, one-off vehicles is what the guys and Grind Hard are known for. This pumped-up Playcat mini-tank is their latest backyard creation.

    By Brad Brownell 1 day ago Read More
  • Arkansas State Police perform a PIT maneuver on an SUV carrying a family whose son is suffering an allergic reaction
    176

    Cops PIT Family Bringing Child To Hospital For Traveling 10 Miles Over Speed Limit

    Prosecutors have dropped all charges against Hess, including a felony charge of speeding while fleeing. How generous.

    By Justin Hughes 1 day ago Read More
  • 1990s business man on car phone
    13

    Can Old Car Phones Still Make Calls? Sure, If You're Willing To Put In The Elbow Grease

    If you're willing to learn a few new skills, or if you're already handy with electronics, you might be able to get your 90s car phone working again.

    By Nico DeMattia 1 day ago Read More
  • An old photo of the Lincoln funeral train
    1

    Abraham Lincoln's First Ride In This Luxurious Presidential Train Car Was Also His Last

    The 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln, rode a train made specifically for him during his final year of life — after it had already ended.

    By Shane Schmid 1 day ago Read More
  • Red Bull Racing on track
    15

    Do You Have Any Idea How Red Bull Can Afford Two Formula One Teams?

    The motorsport world simply wouldn't be the same if it weren't for Red Bull and the huge influx of money the fizzy drinks brand brought.

    By Brad Brownell 1 day ago Read More
  • Two women shopping for tires in a store
    50

    This Tire Retailer Scores The Lowest For Customer Satisfaction In Consumer Reports' Ranking

    Trying to find the best tire retailer of them all can be difficult, but one specific retailer might be worth avoiding if you follow Consumer Reports' rankings.

    By Charles Krome 1 day ago Read More
  • Foreign tourists in veils seen on a passenger boat with the Iranian flag amass in the waters of Strait of Hormuz on May 2, 2017 near Hormuz Island, Iran.
    97

    U.S.-Israeli War With Iran Is Going To Cost You At The Gas Pump

    In this morning's edition, war, good God y'all, what is it good for? Raising gas prices, again.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 1 day ago Read More
  • 1985 Lincoln Continental Valentino Edition front three-quarter image
    65

    At $12,500, Could You Have Designs On This 1985 Lincoln Continental Valentino Edition?

    Do low miles and a designer tie-in make this the Continental to covet?

    By Rob Emslie 1 day ago Read More
  • A dark green AMC Gremlin with white highlight strip and roof rack
    7

    Approval For The AMC Gremlin Rested On The Impressive Artwork On An Air Sickness Bag

    Those white paper bags are there in an airplane's seat pocket for a reason, and it isn't to provide note paper. But the AMC Gremlin was designed on one.

    By Charles Krome 1 day ago Read More
  • A pair of front control arms on display
    11

    How To Tell When Your Control Arms Need To Be Replaced

    Control arms are vital for keeping certain models of cars steady and safe on the road. Watch for warning signs that will tell you when they're failing.

    By Alvin Reyes 1 day ago Read More
  • A BMW V12 engine in a red car, potentially an E31-generation 850i, with prominent intake manifolds.
    1

    How To Find (And Fix) An Engine Vacuum Leak Yourself

    A vacuum leak can cause a variety of drivability issues in your vehicle. Here's how you can isolate the leak and the steps you should take to fix it.

    By Peter Nelson 2 days ago Read More
  • A stretch of the Frederiksborgvej in Denmark at night.
    34

    How Denmark's Red Streetlights Do A Lot More Than Save Energy

    Denmark's red LED streetlights save electricity, but that's not all they're trying to accomplish. They may make life better for a valuable animal species.

    By Aakash Badree 2 days ago Read More
  • A driver holding their thumb up out of the window.
    7

    How Different Countries Tackled Hand Signals Before Mechanical Turn Signals Were Invented

    Before the blinkers we know today, drivers needed to use hand signals to show which way they were turning. This was the case across countries around the world.

    By Nico DeMattia 2 days ago Read More
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