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Can You Still Buy Tires With White Letters?
Remember the old-school white lettering on a muscle car's sidewalls? We find out whether you can still find new examples for your classic coupe.
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GM Really Did Transform Car Buying At Saturn Dealers: Here's How
Saturn may have died out in 2010, but the brand's alternative way of doing things left a lasting impression. Was the no-haggling approach ahead of its time?
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Will The Camaro Ever Come Back? Here's What We Know
Rumors of a new Camaro are growing, and with good reason, but Chevy has said nothing. Here's what we know for sure about the brand's future plans.
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Mineral Oil Vs DOT Brake Fluid: What's The Difference And Which One Should You Use
Can't decide whether to use mineral oil or DOT brake fluid? Here are the differences between the two, and the impact they can have on your car.
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Boondocking Is Not Legal Everywhere, But Here's Where You Can Go To Check
You can’t just park wherever you want and call it camping, but you probably know that already. Doing it right takes some careful planning, but it's doable.
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Here's Why GM Went Bankrupt
For much of the 20th century, General Motors dominated the auto industry in the United States. But in 2009, GM filed for bankruptcy in order to save itself.
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5 Car Brands You May Be Pronouncing Wrong
Did you know that Xiaomi also makes cars? Well, now you do, and it isn't the only automaker with a name you may be pronouncing wrong — there are four more.
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How Porsche And Ferrari Borrowed The Same Horse For Their Two Different Car Companies
The Porsche and Ferrari logos both feature a very similar horse. As it turns out, those horses might very well be the same one, and here's how.
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People Still Can't Agree On How Best To Use The Parking Brake On Hills
To this day, people still argue over how exactly you should use the parking brake on hills. Should you put it in neutral first or just go straight to park?
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Do Dimpled Pistons Really Improve Diesel Engine Performance?
Dimpled pistons might sound strange, but some say they could be the future for diesel power. We've looked at the arguments for and against this wacky idea.
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When Did Cars Stop Using Manual Chokes?
The manual choke now belongs in automotive history books, but when did carmakers remove it from their new models? And what replaced the humble choke control?
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Why Mazda Built The Three-Rotor 20B Engine (And Used It Just Once)
We look at why Mazda introduced the three-rotor 20B Wankel rotary engine, and why it only ever saw service in the Cosmo coupe of the late 1980s.
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10 Of The Coolest Classic Cars Almost Nobody Bothers To Import
The U.S. has many classic cars that are still beloved today, but there are ten cool cars from overseas markets that few people bother to import.
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How Mercury Marine Went From Building Outboard Motors To Corvette ZR-1 V8s
Mercury Marine had never built anything but boat motors when Chevy turned to it for the ZR-1's new V8. But it had a long, rich history in its field.
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What Happened To Detroit Diesel?
Detroit Diesel was once one of the most prolific engine builders out there. But its success didn't last forever, leaving it in a very different position today.
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What Free Extras Come With Buying Tires At Costco?
Costco has earned a lot of good will from drivers for its tire program — here's what they toss in for free when you buy a new set.
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What Actually Happens To Tire Tread When It Wears Away, And Is It Harmful?
We know gas cars are bad for the environment. EVs are cleaner, but all cars have tires — and tire pollution is a source of toxic microplastics and chemicals.
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GM Owners Want Thicker Oil In The Next-Gen V8: Here's Why
Although General Motors has been using thinner oil in its engines for some time now, recent developments have led to its drivers wanting thicker oil.
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Vegetable Oil As A Motor Oil Substitute? It's Been Tested, Here's How Well It Worked
Putting vegetable oil in a car engine is a terrible idea and should never be done, or at least that's what some experts say. What do real-life tests show?
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How Reliable Is The 2025 Honda Passport? Here's What Consumer Reports Says
The Honda Passport looks great on paper, but how does its reliability compare to other midsize SUVs? We analyzed data gathered by Consumer Reports to find out.
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Suzuki Once Spent $110 Million To Develop An Engine Only To Shelve It A Year Later
Maruti Suzuki, Suzuki's Indian branch, spent $110 million on an engine's development. Unfortunately, design flaws led to it quickly being discontinued.
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Why This Vintage Fix For Sun Glare Still Divides Classic Car Fans
External sun visors date back to early cars like the Ford Model T and were once considered both stylish and practical. Why do opinions on them differ so much?
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Every Brand Inside The Renault–Nissan–Mitsubishi Alliance
The Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance, which traces back to 1999, shows that long-term cooperation can be a viable alternative to mergers and acquisitions.
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4 Car Products You Probably Didn't Know You Could Buy At Costco
Costco is a great place to buy products in bulk, the store also has a large selection of car products. Here are some of the coolest auto products available.
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Should You Replace Struts When You Replace Shocks?
Shocks and struts often, but not always, go together. So if you're replacing one, do you need to replace the other at the same time, or can you wait?
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These 5 Trucks Had The Best Resale Value In 2025
If you're in the market for a new truck, it's important to take depreciation into consideration. These are the trucks that hold their value the best.
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Every Major Rental Car Brand Is Owned By These 3 Companies: Here's How That Happened
The majority of the U.S. rental car market is controlled by just three companies. Keep that in mind the next time you feel like you’ve got real options.
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