Rebuilt Title Vs. Salvage Title: What's The Difference?
Car titles come in several different forms. While a clean title is ideal, you may also encounter rebuilt and salvage titles. Here's what they mean.
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The Risks Of Driving Through Flood Waters (And Why You Should Avoid It)
While some sources online might give you recommendations on how to tell if a flooded road is safe to drive through, I'm here to tell you that it never is.
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Feds Back Off On Pretending To Care About Pedestrian Safety
While plenty of cities in the U.S. have announced Vision Zero plans, the feds and even local governments have never really cared about pedestrian safety.
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What Is (And Isn't) Covered By Most Tire Warranties
Tire warranties usually come with very strict rules that must be followed throughout the entire use life of the tire in order to qualify for a claim.
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Can You Park A Car At A Truck Stop?
Truck stops offer many conveniences for the weary traveler, including the ability to park up and rest for a while. But what about those of us driving cars?
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This Is Every Tire Brand Owned By Michelin
Michelin is one of the widest recognized tire brands in the world, but its ties to other automakers run even deeper than you might imagine.
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Father Of The Mazda Miata, Tom Matano, Dead At 76
In addition to the NA Miata, Matano gave us the MX-6, MX-3, and even one of the all-time greatest looking cars ever put together, the FD RX-7.
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BMW iX3 Vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC EV: How These New Electric SUVs Compare On Paper
Both usher in new design languages, infotainment systems, powertrains and more, with the promise of long ranges and fast charging too.
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Small Plane Makes Emergency Landing At Lime Rock Park
The exact cause of the crash is still under investigation, but the track called it a "mechanical failure."
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What Are Those Hypnotic Spirals On Plane Engines For Anyway?
Are these spirals just fun little designs, or is there more going on there? Turns out, it's the latter.
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Low Oil Pressure At Idle? Here's What Could Be Causing It
Seeing the low pressure light coming on when idling can be a particularly nerve wracking affair. Here's what you need to know (and how to fix it).
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Telo Explains Why Its Minitruck Won't Get A Range Extender
The people at Telo are doing something weird and truly unique, and if that doesn't get you excited, why are you even reading Jalopnik in the first place?
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These Are Your Favorite Signature Design Elements
From small touches to major brand-defining designs, many automakers have given their cars signature styling elements to distinguish them on the road.
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Porsche Gives Up On Future EV Plans To Focus On Hybrids
Porsche rethinks its EV transition while Stellantis credits new battery tech for potentially accelerating its electric switchover.
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At $17,900, Are Two Hummers Better Than One?
The ad for today's Humvee is actually a twofer, offering a pair of the military machines. Let's determine if the two are priced to make one new owner happy.
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5 Crate Engines That Give You Serious Horsepower For Your Money
Looking to improve your car's performance by swapping out the engine? These five crate engines will do the job ... and three of them cost under $10,000.
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Close Ratio Vs. Wide Ratio Transmissions: What's The Difference?
Transmission makers have to balance vehicle speed and engine power. The choices they make affect everything from shifting smoothness to fuel economy.
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Can You Use A Remote Starter On A Manual Transmission Car?
If you have a manual transmission car, you may envy those with automatics who can remote start and pre-warm their engines. So, can manuals get in on it?
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Nantucket Seagull Smashes Car Window With A Clam — Talk About Fowl Play
Police say the bird likely missed the paved parking lot at the Wicked Island Bakery and accidentally hit the window of general manager Heather Woodbury's car.
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When The ABS Light Turns On, How Long Is It Safe To Keep Driving?
When a dashboard light illuminates, it's sometimes a signal to pull over to the side of the road and stop. Do you need to do that if the ABS light goes on?
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These Are The 5 Safest New Pickup Trucks You Can Get (According To IIHS)
Pickups bring a lot to the table, from their ability to haul cargo around to their rugged design. However, safety is another factor to keep in mind when buying.
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How To Prevent Your DPF From Getting Clogged
A clogged diesel particulate filter (DPF) can cause major issues. Fortunately, there are ways to avoid it. Here's how to prevent your DPF from clogging.
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This Georgia Town Has More Golf Carts Than Cars And It's By Design
A Georgia town 20 minutes south of Atlanta has an entire path network dedicated to Golf Carts, so, by design people drive golf carts more than their cars.
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Ever Noticed Tennis Balls On Top Of Trailer Ball Hitches? Here's Why People Use Them
You've probably seen tennis balls stuck onto trailer ball hitches, which is done as an inexpensive and effective means of protection. Here's how it helps.
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Hyundai Recalls Nearly Every Palisade It Ever Sold For Seatbelt Issue
NHTSA says about 1% of these vehicles may be equipped with seat belt buckles in the first and second row outboard seats built from out-of-spec components.
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Where Did British Racing Green Come From?
If you're a fan of motorsports, then you've probably heard of British Racing Green. Despite the color's fame, its history is somewhat shrouded in mystery.
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Here's How Much Platinum Is Actually Inside Your Catalytic Converter
Catalytic converters are frequent targets of theft, thanks to the inclusion of various precious metals. Here's how much platinum they actually contain.
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