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The Ford Model T Looks Simple Until You Get To The Transmission
The Ford Model T altered the course of history. As simple as the car might be, its transmission was anything but — it could be a nightmare to operate.
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What Are The Differences Between The Top Summer Tires In Terms Of Grip?
Summer tires are built for performance, and part of that is gripping the road with fierce determination. Naturally, some tires manage this better than others.
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Hybrid Honda Prelude Is Popular Enough In Japan To Already Get A New Limited Edition
The new paint is called Premium Crystal Garnet Metallic, and it does bring to mind a bottle of red wine, as does the appropriately named Bordeaux interior trim.
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5 Companies That Make Classic Car Bodies When The Automakers Won't
If you're completing a vintage vehicle restoration project and looking for replacement panels or even a body, these companies should be on your radar.
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Why Did So Many German Performance Cars Cap Their Top Speed At 155 MPH?
If you're wondering why most German cars that push over 500 horsepower top out at 155 mph, it's completely intentional and kind of brilliant.
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You Can Find These 5 New Hybrid SUVs For Well Under $50,000
We found 5 hybrid SUVs with the most impressive tech and practicality features and above-average Consumer Reports reliability ratings for under $40,000 new.
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Why You Might Want To Detune Your Engine (And What Long-Term Effects This Could Have)
While it may seem counterproductive, detuning an engine has many real-world benefits, and car manufacturers regularly release detuned versions of their engines.
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If You Want A Convertible Corvette From These Years, Tough Luck
The convertible Corvette is quite a desirable car these days, but it wasn't always the case -- and some Corvettes were never even sold in drop-top form.
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This 1967 TWA Recruitment Film Reveals The Splendor Of Its Finishing School For Flight Attendants: What's Streaming
Attendants are remarkably more diverse as well and not judged by appearances or whether or not they've had children.
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The History Of The Ford Deuce Coupe And A Very Misheard Lyric
The Ford Deuce coupe is a 1932 classic that inspired an entire hot rod subculture, but it also made it into a very awkward misheard lyric in a Manfred Mann hit.
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Why The Toyota 22R-E Cast-Iron Block Made The Pickup And 4Runner Unkillable
Toyota's 22R-E engine was as tough and reliable as it was simple. In fact, it was the secret to the success of the virtually unkillable Toyota truck lineup.
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5 Reasons It Might Be Worth Switching To More Expensive Insurance
Inflation has probably made you rethink your insurance, and we can't blame you. But investing in better protection might actually be the smart financial move.
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How The Beechcraft Bonanza Plane Earned The Nickname 'Doctor Killer'
You might have heard of the 'Goblin' or read about the 'Guppy' Boeing, but the 'Doctor Killer' moniker for the Bonanza stands alone. It's a complicated story.
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How Often Should You Replace Your Engine's Oxygen Sensors?
While O2 sensors have no fixed replacement schedule, your driving style and the health of other engine components can drastically affect its life span.
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Why There's A Wall Of Junk Cars In A Utah Canyon
In Utah's Catstair Canyon, off Highway 89, is a massive wall of rusted old cars. They were left there 60 years ago for a very specific, practical task.
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The Renault 5 Turbo Was A Hot Hatch That Could Go Over 800 Miles On One Tank Of Gas
Renault made the 5 Turbo to compete in intense rally events. But a certain addition to the car allowed to have an absurd range of around 800 miles.
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Why You Might (Or Might Not) Want A Certified Pre-Owned Truck
The Certified Pre-Owned label carries quite a few benefits. It also carries some glaring downsides, which means it might not be best for everyone.
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DeFlock Is An Open Source Project That's Mapping Flock Cameras
With hundreds of thousands of surveillance cameras popping up all over the U.S., there's pushback on the efforts to track everyday American's movements.
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The Engineering That Made The Honda S2000's Manual Gearbox A Cult Object
Widely considered one of the car industry's most satisfying 6-speeds, shifting the Honda S2000's manual transmission feels like operating a bolt-action rifle.
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TVR's Speed Six Made Almost 100 HP Per Liter (And Was Half Of The Speed Twelve)
One of TVR’s most famous engines redefined performance benchmarks, but its development led to an even more extreme project that changed everything.
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Lawsuit Claims Ram ProMaster Only Uses 7 Gears When Customers Paid For 9
The lawsuit alleges that these vans are so slow, they never get around to engaging eighth or ninth gear, making them effectively 7-speeds instead.
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This Semi Truck's 10 MPG Might Sound Terrible, But Here's Why That's Incredibly Efficient
Just 10 miles per gallon? That would be terrible mileage if you were comparing this semi with a sedan, or even with an SUV. But it's really quite impressive.
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The Pros And Cons Of Sealing Your Concrete Garage Floor
If you're thinking about sealing your concrete garage floor, you should consider the following pros and cons before choosing a contractor and sealer type.
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Which 2021 EVs Have Depreciated The Most In 5 Years?
Electric cars are notorious for their steep depreciation rates, but some are worse than others. Here's which 2021 EVs are now the biggest bargains.
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The Owner Of Marathon Gas Stations Is Making Diesel From Soybeans
One of America's largest gas station chains is pouring millions into turning soybeans into renewable biodiesel, and it makes sense once you see the numbers.
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These 7 Car Parts And Fluids Typically Need Attention And Replacement By 100,000 Miles
Many cars feel fine past 100,000 miles, but hidden wear in key systems can quickly turn minor maintenance into major repair decisions if ignored.
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Fifth Gear Classic's Full-Length Episode YouTube Playlist Revisits The Excellent Cars And Fashion Of The Early 2000s
If your weekend calendar is looking bleak and your hunger for nostalgic car content is strong, I suggest spending some time watching old "Fifth Gear" episodes.
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