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The Ford Model T Looks Simple Until You Get To The Transmission

staff@jalopnik.com (Chloe Clougher) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:25:00 +0000

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.

This Is My Pitch To Be A Window Gal For Your Next 24-Hour Race

staff@jalopnik.com (Lalita Chemello) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 22:25:00 +0000

I will put myself through the athletic training to make it happen. This will be my "Rocky."

What Are The Differences Between The Top Summer Tires In Terms Of Grip?

staff@jalopnik.com (Michael Frank) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 21:25:00 +0000

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.

Hybrid Honda Prelude Is Popular Enough In Japan To Already Get A New Limited Edition

staff@jalopnik.com (Chris Tsui) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 19:25:00 +0000

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.

5 Companies That Make Classic Car Bodies When The Automakers Won't

staff@jalopnik.com (Chloe Clougher) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 19:05:00 +0000

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.

Why Did So Many German Performance Cars Cap Their Top Speed At 155 MPH?

staff@jalopnik.com (Aakash Badree) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 17:05:00 +0000

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.

You Can Find These 5 New Hybrid SUVs For Well Under $50,000

staff@jalopnik.com (Dave Goldberg) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 16:25:00 +0000

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.

Why You Might Want To Detune Your Engine (And What Long-Term Effects This Could Have)

staff@jalopnik.com (Marko Mikulic) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 15:25:00 +0000

While it may seem counterproductive, detuning an engine has many real-world benefits, and car manufacturers regularly release detuned versions of their engines.

If You Want A Convertible Corvette From These Years, Tough Luck

staff@jalopnik.com (Marko Mikulic) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 14:25:00 +0000

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.

Which American Car Best Epitomizes This Great 250 Year Experiment?

staff@jalopnik.com (Lalita Chemello) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 13:25:00 +0000

What best represents our great (or failed) 250 years of existence as a nation?

This 1967 TWA Recruitment Film Reveals The Splendor Of Its Finishing School For Flight Attendants: What's Streaming

staff@jalopnik.com (Lalita Chemello) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 13:05:00 +0000

Attendants are remarkably more diverse as well and not judged by appearances or whether or not they've had children.

The History Of The Ford Deuce Coupe And A Very Misheard Lyric

staff@jalopnik.com (Peter Nelson) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:05:00 +0000

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.

Why The Toyota 22R-E Cast-Iron Block Made The Pickup And 4Runner Unkillable

staff@jalopnik.com (Aakash Badree) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 11:05:00 +0000

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.

5 Reasons It Might Be Worth Switching To More Expensive Insurance

staff@jalopnik.com (B. L. Johnson) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:05:00 +0000

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.

How The Beechcraft Bonanza Plane Earned The Nickname 'Doctor Killer'

staff@jalopnik.com (Erik Sherman) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 09:25:00 +0000

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.

How Often Should You Replace Your Engine's Oxygen Sensors?

staff@jalopnik.com (Charles Krome) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 08:25:00 +0000

While O2 sensors have no fixed replacement schedule, your driving style and the health of other engine components can drastically affect its life span.

Why There's A Wall Of Junk Cars In A Utah Canyon

staff@jalopnik.com (Aakash Badree) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 03:25:00 +0000

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.

Airbus Wants Near-10,000 Mile Nonstop Flights, And This Is The Plane To Do It

staff@jalopnik.com (Brontë Wieland) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 02:25:00 +0000

The longest nonstop commercial flights, such as those from New York City to Singapore, last around 19 hours. But 22-hour flights could soon become reality.

The Renault 5 Turbo Was A Hot Hatch That Could Go Over 800 Miles On One Tank Of Gas

staff@jalopnik.com (Aakash Badree) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 01:25:00 +0000

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.

Why You Might (Or Might Not) Want A Certified Pre-Owned Truck

staff@jalopnik.com (Benjamin Gracias) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 00:25:00 +0000

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.