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    1

    Can You Fly With Tools? Here's What TSA Allows

    Whether you can fly with tools isn’t a blanket yes or no answer, as certain items face strict restrictions, while others have greater flexibility.

    By Brad Brownell 2 hours ago Read More
  • A collection of old US license plates
    3

    This Super Rare License Plate Is Worth More Than The Average New Car

    Only four of these American license plates are believed to exist, each of them likely worth more than the average $49,191 Americans pay for a new car today.

    By Chloe Clougher 3 hours ago Read More
  • 1986 Volkswagen GTI front three-quarter image
    26

    At $4,500, Is This 1986 Volkswagen GTI A Hot Hatch That Can Still Bring The Heat?

    Arguably from the greatest generation of GTI, does this high-mileage example check off all the boxes?

    By Rob Emslie 6 hours ago Read More
  • Angry man gesturing with his hand while driving a truck.
    7

    Truck Drivers Say These Are Your Most Annoying Driving Habits

    Navigating large trucks on the road is a hassle, and you may want to quickly maneuver around them, but it's important to understand that safety is at stake.

    By Charles Krome 7 hours ago Read More
  • An old light blue Mercedes SL roadster on old Michelin radial tires.
    1

    Michelin Pioneered The Asymmetric Tire Tread, Here's Why It Was Revolutionary

    Michelin pioneered the first asymmetric tire tread in 1965. Learn about the innovation and the difference it makes for high performance cars, both then and now.

    By Marko Mikulic 9 hours ago Read More
  • an excavator at work on a giant landfill
    7

    Is Landfill Methane Or Car CO2 Worse For Climate Change?

    Environmental agencies have been raising a lot of fuss about CO2 emissions from cars and transportation, but is it actually as bad as methane?

    By Charles Krome 15 hours ago Read More
  • A front view of Toyota Yaris GR rally car driving on gravel road
    1

    What Are The Biggest Differences Between Rally And Circuit Racing?

    Rally and circuit racing stand as the twin pillars of professional motorsports, but they differ in everything from the vehicles to the terrains and objectives.

    By Charles Krome 16 hours ago Read More
  • A stick shift in a 2009 BMW M3.
    18

    Where Can You Go To Learn To Drive A Stick Shift Car?

    With many of the best driver's cars being manuals and dedicated three-pedal driving schools all over the country, gearheads have no excuse not to learn stick.

    By Aakash Badree 21 hours ago Read More
  • A salesperson with a customer at a dealership.
    6

    Does Selling A Car At Dealer Invoice Mean The Salesperson Makes Nothing?

    Invoice pricing rarely represents the price the dealer paid for the car due to various incentives and bonuses. Here's what the salesperson gets out of it.

    By Dave Goldberg 24 hours ago Read More
  • A red 2024 Toyota Supra NASCAR stock car.
    2

    While NASCAR Euro Ran Michelin, BFGoodrich, Continental And Hoosier Rubber, U.S. Races Stayed Loyal To One Brand

    Its heritage deeply embedded in American racing culture, NASCAR's Cup, Xfinity, and Truck series have been relying on this tire brand for almost 30 years.

    By Aakash Badree 1 day ago Read More
  • A car accident between a Chevrolet Venture and a Jeep Grand Cherokee in Colorado Springs.
    2

    Why You're Probably Required To Have Liability Auto Insurance But Not Full Coverage

    You're most likely required to have a minimum liability insurance policy for your car. However, choosing to invest in more coverage is up to you. Here's why.

    By Aakash Badree 1 day ago Read More
  • A group of four friends in a small SUV look ready to get on the road for a road trip.
    36

    What Games Do You Play On Road Trips?

    Someone, please, reassure us that the internet hasn't killed all the old road trip games.

    By Lalita Chemello 1 day ago Read More
  • Side view of a red 1932 Ford Roadster hot rod parked outside.
    20

    9 Hot Rod Styles Every Gearhead Should Know

    What exactly makes a lowboy different from a highboy, and why did T-buckets change hot rod culture? Here's the history every true gearhead needs to know.

    By Michael Sullivan 1 day ago Read More
  • A unibody car frame for a four-door hatchback
    0

    What's The Difference Between Unibody And Monocoque Construction In Cars And Trucks?

    While some automakers use the two terms interchangeably, there's a massive difference between a unibody and a true monocoque, both in construction and rarity.

    By Benjamin Gracias 1 day ago Read More
  • Photo of five lanes of heavy traffic in Chicago.
    8

    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 1 day ago Read More
  • A person using a pressure washer to clean the wheels, tires, and underside of a crossover SUV
    6

    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 2 days ago Read More
  • A vintage gas station with two fuel dispensers
    16

    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 2 days 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 2 days ago Read More
  • The front 3/4 of 2024 Porsche Macan on city street
    11

    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 2 days ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 of 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air coupe at London Concours 2022
    11

    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 2 days ago Read More
  • Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X on a drag strip
    19

    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 2 days ago Read More
  • A colorful Red Devil bus on the job in Panama City.
    2

    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 2 days 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 2 days ago Read More
  • A close-up of a gray BMW M4 showcasing its engine.
    13

    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 2 days ago Read More
  • A severely damaged car sits on the side of the road.
    20

    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 2 days 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 2 days 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 2 days ago Read More
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