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  • a gold-silver Mazda Millenia featuring a 2.3-liter Miller-cycle V6

    What Is Different About A Miller-Cycle Engine And Why Did Mazda Use It?

    In the late '90s, Mazda experimented with Miller cycle engines. Here's what separates these machines from normal engines and why Mazda chose to use them.

    By Charles Krome 25 days ago Read More
  • Sunlight peering under the car's hood and battery

    Why Car Batteries Fail Faster In Hot Climates

    Car batteries are designed to be durable and relatively long lasting. However, extreme temps can harm them. Here's how heat can damage 12-volt car batteries.

    By Alvin Reyes 26 days ago Read More
  • Porsche 911 Carrera T puddle light

    Porsche Will Make Your Manual 911 Carrera T A Little More Cringey For Only $340

    One of the options I noticed in the Porsche configurator is so mind-numbingly cringeworthy that I had to stop what I was doing and tell you about it

    By Andy Kalmowitz 27 days ago Read More
  • Red and black mid-1970s Ford truck with two gas tank doors on left side

    Was Extra Range The Only Point Of Pickup Trucks Having Two Gas Tanks?

    Some older pickup trucks came with two gas tanks, and automakers took their own approaches to this tactic for boosting a truck's range with varied success.

    By Richard Sachek 28 days ago Read More
  • A closeup of the Cummins Turbo Diesel logo on a white Ram pickup truck

    These Cummins Engines Can Run On Biodiesel

    Biodiesel can be an effective way to reduce fuel costs and reuse waste material. However, not every car can use it. Here are the biodiesel-compatible Cummins.

    By Paul Stadden 29 days ago Read More
  • Russia's Aurus Senat in black driving along a rode with soldiers mounted on horses in the background

    The Aurus Senat Is The Car Russia Built Out Of Spite

    Putin's Aurus Senat was meant to change the face of Russian automobile manufacturing. However, the vehicle is hiding some secrets. Here's what to know.

    By Shane Schmid 29 days ago Read More
  • Closeup of a 1968 Lancia Fulvia 1.3-liter V4 engine

    The Strange And Clever Lancia V4 Engine Design

    Lancia, a car brand that was a leader in auto innovation in the 20th century, designed a V4 engine that was so unique, people are still talking about it today.

    By Paul Stadden 30 days ago Read More
  • Touchscreen inside Polestar 5 GT sedan

    Some Car Brands Are Rethinking Touchscreens And Bringing Back Physical Buttons: Here's Why

    Touchscreens have only gotten larger and more common, but that may not be the way of the future. Here are the brands that are bringing back buttons.

    By B. L. Johnson 30 days ago Read More
  • Mazda Vision Model concept

    Mazda Is Teasing Something Very Coupe-Y Ahead Of The Japan Mobility Show

    The so-called Vision Model concept seems like it'll have a B-pillar and four doors.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 1 month ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of the Mercedes-Benz Vision Iconic concept

    Mercedes-Benz Vision Iconic Concept Is A Breathtaking Art Deco–Inspired Coupe With Solar Paint

    The fabulous Vision Iconic has one of the coolest interiors we've ever seen.

    By Daniel Golson 1 month ago Read More
  • Front grille of a Mercedes G63

    Honeycomb To High-Tech: How Mercedes Grilles Have Evolved Since 1900

    The distinguished Mercedes grille is an important marker of the brand's personality, but it took many forms before it became the classic design we know today.

    By Chloe Clougher 1 month ago Read More
  • Close-up of a wire wheel on a red classic car

    These Are The Coolest Cars That Came Stock With Wire Wheels

    Wire wheels have been an option for the discerning driver since the dawn of the automobile, but finding them stock has become rarer and rarer.

    By Shane O' Donoghue 1 month ago Read More
  • An orange 1969 Pontiac GTO with 400 cubic inch engine

    What's The Difference Between The Pontiac 400 And The Chevrolet 400?

    You might think that the Pontiac 400 and the Chevrolet 400 were basically copies of each other, but the similarities are less than you might think.

    By Richard Sachek 1 month ago Read More
  • A side-view of the

    Toyota Teases 'One Of One' Century Coupe That Would Knock A Millionaire's Silk Socks Off

    This truly unique Century model will be unveiled at the biennial Japan Mobility Show in Tokyo at the end of October.

    By Ryan Erik King 1 month ago Read More
  • Black Cadillac hearse

    Cadillac's Long History Of Building Funeral Cars

    Cadillac is well-known for its luxury SUVs and sedans, but believe it or not, the brand also has a long history of making funeral cars.

    By B. L. Johnson 1 month ago Read More
  • A red 1968 Ford F-100 with a heavy patina

    When Did Ford Switch From The F-100 To The F-150?

    Ford's F-series trucks have been best-sellers for decades, but it's been a long time since the F-100 has been part of that lineup. Here's why.

    By Chloe Clougher 1 month ago Read More
  • Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road driving in the dirt

    What Does Toyota's TRD Acronym Stand For?

    There's a lot of history behind Toyota's TRD badge. Here's how the letters are linked to success on the track and what they mean for a vehicle's performance.

    By Abigail Longstreth 1 month ago Read More
  • An illustration of a silver GTD in front of a white background with blue lines showing how the air flows over, around, and under the GTD

    Ford Built The Mustang GTD With Aero Tech Race Cars Can't Even Use

    The Mustang GTD's F1-style DRS system isn't allowed on race cars like the Mustang GT3 that inspired it.

    By Logan K. Carter 1 month ago Read More
  • Engine bay of a 2005 Aston Martin DBS

    Aston Martin's V12 Isn't 2 Ford V6s Glued Together, But The FMC DNA Remains

    An unfortunate rumor followed the V12 that debuted in the Vantage DB7 for years. Here's how it started and why it was always wrong.

    By Jackson Lambros 1 month ago Read More
  • DPF warning light illuminated on a car's dash

    When The DPF Light Comes On, What Should You Try First?

    The DPF is a critical emissions control component in modern diesel vehicles, but it can wear out over time. Here's what to do when the DPF light appears.

    By Chloe Clougher 1 month ago Read More
  • A person holding an engine's camshaft

    Camshaft Specs Explained: Duration, Lift, And Lobe Separation

    The camshaft is an integral part of an internal combustion engine. However, camshaft specs are extremely confusing. Here's how to make sense of them.

    By Richard Sachek 1 month ago Read More
  • Biker passing microcars parked in Amsterdam financial district

    Inside Amsterdam's Curious World Of Microcars

    Amsterdam is the Netherlands city most known for its biking infrastructure, but it's also host to a sizable fleet of super-accessible microcars.

    By Shane Schmid 1 month ago Read More
  • Front-left 3/4 shot of a 2025 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport

    This Is The Only New Manual Transmission Pickup Truck You Can Buy In The U.S.

    Manual transmissions are pretty rare these days. In fact, there's currently only one new pickup truck available with a manual gearbox. Here's what to know.

    By Monday Goma 1 month ago Read More
  • a white Chevy Silverado with AFM parked in a patch of dirt in a rural yard

    What Is Active Fuel Management (AFM) And Why Can It Cause Lifter Noise?

    General Motors' active fuel management system is an ingenious piece of engineering. Here's what it does, how it works, and why some hate it.

    By Shane Schmid 1 month ago Read More
  • a blue and gray bugatti veyron parked indoors

    Yes, The Bugatti Veyron Really Has 16 Oil Drain Plugs

    Changing the oil in a Bugatti Veyron is likely to cost roughly $21,000, thanks to the vehicle's complex design and its 16 oil drain plugs. Here's how it works.

    By Alvin Reyes 1 month ago Read More
  • An older engine with a PCV system on the valve cover

    Here's How A Bad PCV Can Ruin Your Engine

    The PCV valve is a critical component of modern cars. However, it can cause numerous issues if it goes bad. Here's how a faulty PCV can affect your engine.

    By Alvin Reyes 1 month ago Read More
  • 2026 BMW M2 Turbo Design Edition front three-quarter

    2026 BMW M2 Turbo Design Edition Is A Hand-Painted Tribute To The Original 2002 Turbo

    BMW isn't saying how many of these will be built, beyond that it will be "produced in extremely limited numbers" starting in January.

    By Collin Woodard 1 month ago Read More
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