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  • The aftermath of an accident showing multiple vehicles smashed up
    0

    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 7 hours ago Read More
  • An unidentified car's dual exit exhaust pipe
    4

    Europe's Had Gasoline Particulate Filters For 10 Years, Now It's America's Turn

    Gasoline particulate filters (GPFs) have been on the roads of Europe for some time amid concerns about air quality, but now they're crossing the pond.

    By Kiran Menon 8 hours ago Read More
  • A BMW N54 engine alongside a BMW N55 engine on a graduated blue background
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    How Does The BMW N54 Compare To The N55?

    The BMW 3.0 N55 engine only came a few years later than the 3.0 N54, and both had much the same power output, so what are the differences between the two?

    By B. L. Johnson 9 hours ago Read More
  • Ferrari Testarossa on the street
    4

    Five Iconic Poster Cars That Just Aren't That Good

    If you had car posters on your wall as a kid, you might be disappointed after getting behind the wheel of some of the most lusted-after vehicles of all time.

    By Brad Brownell 10 hours ago Read More
  • Closeup of a tractor-trailer wheel with no tire
    9

    Truck Driver Pulled Over After Driving Over 62 Miles With A Tire Missing

    Both the driver and the shipping company were charged — the former for operating his truck unsafely, the latter for allowing it to happen.

    By Amber DaSilva 13 hours ago Read More
  • Drift limo at Ice King Battle
    0

    1000-HP Mercedes-Benz Limo Has Turbos Bigger Than Your Face, Perfect For Proms

    Racing up ski slopes, this twin-turbo-V8-swapped Mercedes limo has strayed about as far from its original purpose is possible, and that's why we love it.

    By Brad Brownell 13 hours ago Read More
  • Front three quarters shot of a white and green F-350 Centurion Crew Cab Dually parked in front of green bushes
    5

    Before Automakers Started Selling Luxury Trucks And SUVs, Custom Conversion Vans, Pickups, And SUVs Were King

    If you're looking for a dose of nostalgia or you're simply trying to figure out the appeal of these machines, we've got the YouTube video for you.

    By Logan K. Carter 13 hours ago Read More
  • Plymouth's Hy-Drive transmission inside a 1953 Cambridge
    1

    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 13 hours ago Read More
  • Motorists driving on Interstate 210 in Pasadena, California
    7

    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 15 hours ago Read More
  • DMC Delorean with its doors open
    38

    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 16 hours ago Read More
  • Wheels are for dorks, ride a ball scooter
    7

    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 17 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 18 hours ago Read More
  • Bratislava, Slovakia - September, 3, 2023 : Continental sign on a wall. Continental is the world's third largest automotive supplier.
    50

    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 19 hours ago Read More
  • 2005 Audi S4 Avant Quattro front three-quarter image
    42

    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 21 hours ago Read More
  • Thief attempting to break in to car
    16

    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 22 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 1 day 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 1 day 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 1 day 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.
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    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 1 day 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 2 days 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 2 days 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 2 days ago Read More
  • Arkansas State Police perform a PIT maneuver on an SUV carrying a family whose son is suffering an allergic reaction
    179

    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 2 days 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 2 days 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 2 days 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 2 days ago Read More
  • Two women shopping for tires in a store
    52

    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 2 days ago Read More
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