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  • Front seats in a Porsche Cayenne S Electric
    0

    Porsche Reveals Mid-Range 657-HP Cayenne S Electric, Which Is Nice, But Wow Look At The New Green Interior Style Package

    The 2026 Porsche Cayenne S Electric will hit 60 mph in just 3.6 seconds.

    By Daniel Golson 8 min ago Read More
  • Chris Doel testing his G-Wiz with a battery pack made of disposable vape cells
    3

    This Car Is Powered By Vapes, But Not The Way You Think

    Free energy is tempting, but don't try this at home.

    By Justin Hughes 5 hours ago Read More
  • A mechanic holding four worn spark plugs after removing them from an engine
    0

    Spark Plugs Probably Shouldn't Be Made Out Of Pencils, But That's Not Stopping People

    Can you really use a pencil to replace the inside of a spark plug? One intrepid group of experimenters decided to find out what would happen if you tried.

    By Alvin Reyes 6 hours ago Read More
  • A red 1971 Chevy Chevelle convertible with black stripes on the hood
    2

    Have Turbos And Hybrids Closed The Difference Between Small Block And Big Block V8s?

    The saying goes, "There is no replacement for displacement." But can adding a turbocharger or a hybrid's electric motor(s) let small block V8s match big blocks?

    By B. L. Johnson 7 hours ago Read More
  • A side view of a black and red Ferrari LaFerrari parked in the sun with greenery and other cars on display.
    6

    Five Times Different Manufacturers Used The Same Names As Each Other

    While there are plenty of vehicles with instantly recognizable names, some manufacturers took names that were used by completely different brands and models.

    By Marko Mikulic 8 hours ago Read More
  • A rubberized string plug inserted into a puncture to repair a flat
    2

    Can Semi Truck Tires Be Plugged?

    Truckers have places to go and things to deliver. When they get a flat tire, it's urgent that their tires be repaired both quickly and safely.

    By Alvin Reyes 10 hours ago Read More
  • A lineup of classic American muscle cars at an outdoor car show.
    2

    5 Things To Know Before You Buy A Classic Car

    Who wouldn't want to own a classic car? If you're seriously thinking about buying one, there are some things you should know before pulling the trigger.

    By Eugene Buono 10 hours ago Read More
  • A nechanic using an impact wrench to take off a car's wheel
    7

    Signs Your Car's Nuts And Bolts Weren't Torqued To Spec

    If the nuts and bolts in your car aren't properly tightened, each drive could lead to damaged breaks or the wheels falling off of your vehicle.

    By Chloe Clougher 11 hours ago Read More
  • The Walter P. Chrysler Museum with an American flag in winter.
    2

    10 Automotive Museum Closures That Are Heartbreaking

    Automotive museums are difficult to keep running, and recent events have made it impossible for some of them to keep their doors open today.

    By Michael Sullivan 11 hours ago Read More
  • A screenshot from the IIHS video showing a side view of a white Wrangler four-door hitting the small overlap barrier with its curtain airbags deployed
    19

    Jeep Wrangler Infected By Woke Mind Virus, Doesn't Roll Over As Easily Anymore

    Jeep tweaked the frame rail design on Wranglers built after October 2025, so now they finally avoid tipping over in the IIHS's small overlap crash test.

    By Logan K. Carter 15 hours ago Read More
  • Close-up view of the Aramco logo at an exhibition booth in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, representing the leading national oil company's modern branding: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - 20 Feb 2025
    94

    Saudi Arabia Is Trying New Methods To Keep Selling Oil

    We're looking at Saudi attempts to keep moving oil, as well as dealer attempts to keep moving EVs and more.

    By Amber DaSilva 18 hours ago Read More
  • 1994 Toyota Corolla Wagon front three-quarter image
    46

    At $6,500, Is This 1994 Toyota Corolla Wagon An Unexpected Bargain?

    The mods certainly make this Corolla stand out, but will they put off potential buyers?

    By Rob Emslie 20 hours ago Read More
  • A teal Ford Bronco Sport in tight urban parking lot
    23

    Ford Patented A Smart Car Door That 'Brakes' Before It Hits Anything

    There's an accelerometer to detect how fast the door is opening and a second sensor to see if anything is in the door's path.

    By Ryan Erik King 21 hours ago Read More
  • Behind the wheel of a Volkswagen Auto Group vehicle in intense rain, wipers in action.
    61

    Using Wipers Without Headlights In Bad Weather Is Illegal In These US States

    Are you required to have your headlights whenever your wipers are turned on? The answer depends on what state you're driving in.

    By Peter Nelson 1 day ago Read More
  • Rear view of a Ford Mustang GT with a dealer license plate cover blocking some lettering, which is now illegal
    69

    Lawsuit Seeks To Strike Down Florida License Plate Frame Ban After Man's Arrest For Having One On Rental Car

    When even the police agree the law is poorly written, it's time for a change.

    By Justin Hughes 1 day ago Read More
  • A rear three-quarters shot of a silver 1998 Honda Accord wagon parked on blacktop in front of a yellow cutout of a small person
    7

    This Rakish JDM Honda Accord Wagon Looks Way Cooler Than Any Normal Car Needs To

    Japan got its own version of the sixth-generation Accord, and the wagons are amazing.

    By Logan K. Carter 1 day ago Read More
  • 3D render of an engine's piston
    6

    How Piston Shape Impacts Engine Performance And Efficiency

    Engineers have a lot to think about when designing new engines, and one of the biggest considerations is the shape of the pistons in the cylinders.

    By Kiran Menon 1 day ago Read More
  • A black-colored lead sled hot rod with an open hood on display outdoors with people standing around the vehicle.
    16

    9 Hot Rodder Terms You've Heard, But Probably Never Fully Understood

    Hot rods were once a huge part of American youth culture, so much so that hot rodders developed their own language. Here are the classic terms you should know.

    By Zak Wojnar 1 day ago Read More
  • A group of snowmobilers riding on a trail through the trees.
    3

    It's Not Always Legal To Ride Your ATV On A Snowmobile Trail

    ATVs and snowmobiles both get you out in the wild to enjoy a brisk ride, so you can ride an ATV on a snowmobile trail, right? Ummm .... maybe not.

    By Shane Schmid 2 days ago Read More
  • A car wheel bearing being held by a glove
    2

    5 Wheel Bearing Myths It's Time To Set Straight

    Wheel bearings are a very overlooked part of your vehicle, and that's led to a number of incorrect (and potentially dangerous) myths surrounding them.

    By Benjamin Gracias 2 days ago Read More
  • A turbocharger mounted to a engine.
    13

    What Are The Practical Limits Of Turbo Boost Pressure?

    More turbo boost pressure can create a bigger boom for your engine, but not every block will be able to handle that pressure with the same effectiveness.

    By Nico DeMattia 2 days ago Read More
  • A Citroën Pluriel about to be thrown by a trebuchet
    3

    If You're Having A Hard Day, Just Watch These Cars Get Trebucheted

    A trebuchet is not the same as a catapult, but it can still launch a car into the sky. These five videos may give you a chuckle or leave you in awe.

    By Charles Krome 2 days ago Read More
  • A woman with her hands on her head in exasperation, as her car's engine bay emits smoke
    1

    What Causes An Engine To Seize And Can It Be Fixed?

    A seized engine is one of the worst things that can happen to your car. Here's what causes an engine to seize and whether the issue is something you can fix.

    By Shane Schmid 2 days ago Read More
  • Green and black fuel pump nozzles at a gas station
    0

    When Should You Choose Regular Vs. Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel

    Not all diesel is created equal. Like gasoline, it comes in various grades, and choosing the right one is important. But which should you pick?

    By Alvin Reyes 2 days ago Read More
  • The futuristic interior and steering wheel of the 1986 Oldsmobile Incas concept car
    3

    These Steering Wheel Alternatives Go Beyond A Yoke Or Squircle

    While round steering wheels are the norm, they're not the only options out there. Here are some uncommon steering wheel designs that are actually pretty cool.

    By Alvin Reyes 2 days ago Read More
  • A blue 2024 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray parked with a city skyline in the background.
    14

    How C8 Corvette Stingray Insurance Costs Compare To Similarly Priced Sports Cars

    The cost of auto insurance can be huge these days, especially for a powerful sports car. Here's how the 2025 Corvette Stingray compares to its rivals.

    By Charles Krome 2 days ago Read More
  • An old oil filter attached to a filter removal tool
    51

    Is It A Bad Idea To Change Your Oil Filter Without Changing Your Oil?

    When you need to change your oil filter, it's tempting to skip the messy oil change and just swap the filter, but is that the right thing to do?

    By Alvin Reyes 2 days ago Read More
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