Synthetic Oil Lifespan: How Long Does It Really Last?
Modern motor oil, whether it's synthetic or good old fashioned dinosaur squeezins, is leaps and bounds better than it was in the '80s or '90s
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What Is A Tire's Load Index And Why Is It Important?
One part of the string of information on the side of your car's tires is the load index, which is critical for your safety. Here's why it's important.
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Is Audi TFSI More Than Just A Badge? It's Complicated
Audi made the world's first turbocharged direct injection gasoline engine, a technology that paved the way for the turbo engines that power many cars today
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When To Use Neutral Gear In An Automatic Car (And How To Do It Right)
Neutral is handy if you need to move a car that otherwise can't move itself, or in the case of a rare emergency
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Does High-Mileage Engine Oil Really Make A Difference?
It all depends on how and where you drive
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How To Pick Up A Motorcycle, Even A Heavy One
Have you embarrassingly dropped your motorcycle? Here's the easiest way to get it back on its wheels without hurting yourself, no matter how heavy the bike.
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Why Chevy's 8.1L Vortec Was The Last Of The Big Block Era
Chevrolet's Vortec 8100 was a powerful big block engine that could be found in many GM vehicles. However, it was eventually discontinued. Here's why.
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Is Using Fuel Injector Cleaner Worth It?
With auto part stores advising you to use a fuel injector cleaner, you may think it's the wise thing to do. However, is it actually worth the time and money?
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The Biggest Disadvantages Of All-Season Tires
If you enjoy performance driving or live somewhere that gets extreme weather, you might want to go for a dedicated summer or winter tire instead of all-seasons
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Why Did Automakers Stop Making Cars With Pop-Up Headlights?
It all boils down to one thing: The launch of the original Ford Taurus
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Here's Why New Tires Have All Those Little Tiny Hairs
Those little nubbins are called vent spews, and they're part of the final tire production process
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Here's Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Carpool Lanes
HOV lanes were first implemented in the United States in the 1970s, and they offer benefits to all motorists, even those who don't use them
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Why Do Modern Engines Use Lighter Weight Oils?
Thanks to modern regulations and more efficient engines, new cars are able to use thinner oils
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Why Did Chevy Trucks Have Square Wheel Wells?
Have you ever noticed that there is an era of Chevy trucks that had square wheel wells instead of the rounded ones you see today? Here is the reason why.
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Car Companies May Love DCTs, But Dual-Clutch Transmissions Have Disadvantages Too
Dual-clutch transmissions offer greater acceleration, quicker gear changes and better fuel economy, but can be more expensive to repair and jerky in operation
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How Rain-Sensing Wipers Know It's Raining Before You Do
While cars like the Citroën SM had early versions of this technology, it was Cadillacs in 1996 that came with the first modern rain-sensing wipers
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What Is Dielectric Grease? More Importantly, Are You Using It Wrong?
Dielectric grease can help extend the life of non-moving components, which will mean fewer headaches down the road
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How Airlines Deal With Bodies When Deaths Occur During A Flight
Two passengers on a Qatar Airways flight were distressed after being seated next to a dead passenger, but the airline followed international guidelines
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Is Ceramic Coating Worth It? Here's How It Holds Up In The Real World
While expensive, if you're serious about paint protection a professional ceramic coating is a great solution
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Here's Why The Dealer Doesn't Want You To Pay That Car Loan Off Right Away
Dealerships may say otherwise, but going into buying a new or used car with some finance knowledge can save you serious money.
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How To Free A Stuck Key From Your Car's Ignition
There are a handful of potential simple fixes if your key gets stuck in the ignition
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How To Know When Your MAF Sensor Goes Bad, And How To Clean It
Cleaning or replacing your mass airflow sensor is easier than you might think, and it'll make a big difference
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Learn How A Motorcycle Clutch Works
Motorcycle clutches are vastly different from the ones you'll find in a car
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3 Things To Know About Dodge's Hurricane Engine, Because Turbos Are Taking Over
Stellantis' new turbocharged inline-6 is smaller and more powerful than the Hemi V8 it replaces
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What's The Difference Between SOHC, DOHC And OVH Engines?
Don't know the difference between single overhead cam, dual overhead cam and overhead valve engines? We've got you
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Here's How To Make Your Car's Black Plastic Trim Look Like New Again
There are a few solid ways to restore the black plastic trim on the exterior of your car
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What Is Overdrive In A Car, And When Should You Use It?
Overdrive is a way to improve fuel economy and drive more efficiently at higher speeds
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