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When you think of a large engine, you probably think of a heavy-duty truck V8. But the engines that actually power our world are bigger than your house.
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When you think of a large engine, you probably think of a heavy-duty truck V8. But the engines that actually power our world are bigger than your house.
Ticking noises from a car's engine are rarely welcome, but if your lifters are clicking away in the background, it's worth fixing it sooner, rather than later.
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Ticking noises from a car's engine are rarely welcome, but if your lifters are clicking away in the background, it's worth fixing it sooner, rather than later.
Michelin's pickup truck bed mats, as well as its floor mats and tailgate protectors, are produced by a company in a surprising country - and not using rubber.
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Michelin's pickup truck bed mats, as well as its floor mats and tailgate protectors, are produced by a company in a surprising country - and not using rubber.
The Ford Taurus was revolutionary when it first debuted in the mid 1980s. However, it did have some issues, and Consumer Reports said it had a horrible smell.
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The Ford Taurus was revolutionary when it first debuted in the mid 1980s. However, it did have some issues, and Consumer Reports said it had a horrible smell.
Age and mileage are important factors to consider when shopping for a used car, but they only tell part of the story. Here's what else you need to inspect.
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Age and mileage are important factors to consider when shopping for a used car, but they only tell part of the story. Here's what else you need to inspect.
Brembo has not yet announced exactly which "leading global vehicle manufacturer" will be the first to use Sensify brakes, but they're already in production.
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Brembo has not yet announced exactly which "leading global vehicle manufacturer" will be the first to use Sensify brakes, but they're already in production.
By the looks of it, gas prices aren't dropping anytime soon. This begs the question: how much fuel are you actually burning just to save a little time?
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By the looks of it, gas prices aren't dropping anytime soon. This begs the question: how much fuel are you actually burning just to save a little time?
One turbocharged Honda engine is associated with quality mileage and responsiveness, but some drivers have also noted issues with its long-term reliability.
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One turbocharged Honda engine is associated with quality mileage and responsiveness, but some drivers have also noted issues with its long-term reliability.
Massive recalls started a domino effect that led to a huge demand for airbags, and not enough supply. So now, theft of the hot commodity is on the rise.
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Massive recalls started a domino effect that led to a huge demand for airbags, and not enough supply. So now, theft of the hot commodity is on the rise.
This new limited-run model is 42 pounds lighter than a base manual M3, and it has unique tuning for its chassis, engine, steering and six-speed transmission.
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This new limited-run model is 42 pounds lighter than a base manual M3, and it has unique tuning for its chassis, engine, steering and six-speed transmission.
Live telemetry inside Formula 1 cars might be publicly available today, but a pedal cam let outsiders go a layer deeper and see the approach behind the inputs.
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Live telemetry inside Formula 1 cars might be publicly available today, but a pedal cam let outsiders go a layer deeper and see the approach behind the inputs.
The Hyundai Tucson is a practical and fuel-efficient SUV, and Consumer Reports named it one of the best SUVs you can buy in 2025. But how reliable is it?
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The Hyundai Tucson is a practical and fuel-efficient SUV, and Consumer Reports named it one of the best SUVs you can buy in 2025. But how reliable is it?
Cab-over-engine trucks are a rare sight in the U.S. these days, though they are still popular in Australia and Europe. Why did they fall out of favor Stateside?
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Cab-over-engine trucks are a rare sight in the U.S. these days, though they are still popular in Australia and Europe. Why did they fall out of favor Stateside?
While car collecting began to take off around the middle of the 20th century, this couple pioneered the hobby decades earlier and curated an iconic collection.
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While car collecting began to take off around the middle of the 20th century, this couple pioneered the hobby decades earlier and curated an iconic collection.
Cummins' Duesenberg diesel race car made history at the 1931 Indy 500, completing the 500-mile race without refueling and using just $1.40 worth of furnace oil.
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Cummins' Duesenberg diesel race car made history at the 1931 Indy 500, completing the 500-mile race without refueling and using just $1.40 worth of furnace oil.
Buying used car parts is a fantastic way to save money, but it's not always worth it. Some components are better left at the junkyard where they belong.
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Buying used car parts is a fantastic way to save money, but it's not always worth it. Some components are better left at the junkyard where they belong.
In the price bracket that most normal car enthusiasts can afford, you're not going to find depreciation-proof collectibles, but you can still find some fun.
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In the price bracket that most normal car enthusiasts can afford, you're not going to find depreciation-proof collectibles, but you can still find some fun.
Most car wheels are made of metal, like aluminum or steel. However, this limited-production model actually rolled off the factory floor with fiberglass wheels.
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Most car wheels are made of metal, like aluminum or steel. However, this limited-production model actually rolled off the factory floor with fiberglass wheels.
A hybrid turbo is a great way to get a lot more power out of your turbo setup without running into OEM compatibility or space issues. Here's what it means.
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A hybrid turbo is a great way to get a lot more power out of your turbo setup without running into OEM compatibility or space issues. Here's what it means.
Car dealerships selling various car brands often cluster together in the same area or even the same building, and the reason why goes beyond convenience.
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Car dealerships selling various car brands often cluster together in the same area or even the same building, and the reason why goes beyond convenience.
Capless fuel fillers are becoming increasingly common, thanks partly to the efforts of Ford. But what has the Blue Oval done to keep thieves away from your gas?
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Capless fuel fillers are becoming increasingly common, thanks partly to the efforts of Ford. But what has the Blue Oval done to keep thieves away from your gas?
The Toyota Grand Highlander is 4 inches taller, 2 inches wider, and 6 inches longer than the standard Highlander. Here's what that means for its cabin space.
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The Toyota Grand Highlander is 4 inches taller, 2 inches wider, and 6 inches longer than the standard Highlander. Here's what that means for its cabin space.
The LS7's massive displacement and race-bred design completely redefined what a small block could be, and it's still a popular choice among gearheads today.
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The LS7's massive displacement and race-bred design completely redefined what a small block could be, and it's still a popular choice among gearheads today.
Depending on the type of electric motor setup, hybrids use several interesting ways to charge and recover battery power while driving to maximize efficiency.
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Depending on the type of electric motor setup, hybrids use several interesting ways to charge and recover battery power while driving to maximize efficiency.
The movies make hotwiring a car seem like a quick and easy process that you can perform on any vehicle. However, here's the truth about hotwiring a modern car.
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The movies make hotwiring a car seem like a quick and easy process that you can perform on any vehicle. However, here's the truth about hotwiring a modern car.
Several shots were fired, putting holes in the windshield of the victim's car, as well as through the back seat where a child booster seat was located.
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Several shots were fired, putting holes in the windshield of the victim's car, as well as through the back seat where a child booster seat was located.
Denali and AT4 represent two opposite ends of GMC's portfolio of trims, and knowing the differences between the two is crucial for every potential GMC owner.
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Denali and AT4 represent two opposite ends of GMC's portfolio of trims, and knowing the differences between the two is crucial for every potential GMC owner.
Heading to the dealership for some maintenance? Good, but you might want to check their specific rules on loaner cars before you assume you're getting one.
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Heading to the dealership for some maintenance? Good, but you might want to check their specific rules on loaner cars before you assume you're getting one.
Not all motorcycle gear is created equal, with the material determining its level of protection and durability. And yes, leather absolutely still beats textile.
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Not all motorcycle gear is created equal, with the material determining its level of protection and durability. And yes, leather absolutely still beats textile.
If you want to keep your fuel economy as high as possible, it means reducing drag wherever possible. Here's one accessory that might be holding you back.
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If you want to keep your fuel economy as high as possible, it means reducing drag wherever possible. Here's one accessory that might be holding you back.
As ridiculous as it may sound, pouring concrete into the engine is common practice with proven benefits for certain applications, as long as you do it right.
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As ridiculous as it may sound, pouring concrete into the engine is common practice with proven benefits for certain applications, as long as you do it right.
Perhaps it's just that unspoken bond of bros, but as the Florida man politely asked the gator to get to the sidewalk, that's exactly what the gator did.
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Perhaps it's just that unspoken bond of bros, but as the Florida man politely asked the gator to get to the sidewalk, that's exactly what the gator did.
The Kars4Kids commercial is now banned from California airwaves, not because it sucks eggs, but because it's been ruled extremely misleading by a CA court.
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The Kars4Kids commercial is now banned from California airwaves, not because it sucks eggs, but because it's been ruled extremely misleading by a CA court.
The car had been on the lot for a year when a customer removed a door panel to discover the first bag of meth, followed by several more inside the other door.
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The car had been on the lot for a year when a customer removed a door panel to discover the first bag of meth, followed by several more inside the other door.
There are all kinds of gear shifters out there, but the classic PRNDL shifter is still common. But what does the final letter stand for, and why is it there?
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There are all kinds of gear shifters out there, but the classic PRNDL shifter is still common. But what does the final letter stand for, and why is it there?
I learned a long time ago you miss the most important stuff if you just wander into an event with no real plan or idea of what you're getting yourself into.
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I learned a long time ago you miss the most important stuff if you just wander into an event with no real plan or idea of what you're getting yourself into.
As cars have evolved, so have the tools we use to work on them. While some change very little, others fall out of vogue entirely, like these old-school devices.
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As cars have evolved, so have the tools we use to work on them. While some change very little, others fall out of vogue entirely, like these old-school devices.
The Type 01 is still under wraps, but Jag says it'll be revealed fully later this year, and I can't wait, despite the fact that it's got a trash, boring name.
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The Type 01 is still under wraps, but Jag says it'll be revealed fully later this year, and I can't wait, despite the fact that it's got a trash, boring name.
Even if you're an anti-EV weenie like Foxx an impassioned letter like this from a 10-year-old surely deserves some sort of kindhearted response, right?
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Even if you're an anti-EV weenie like Foxx an impassioned letter like this from a 10-year-old surely deserves some sort of kindhearted response, right?
She should have plenty of time to catch a helicopter from Indy to an airport, hop a flight, and get another helicopter into Charlotte for the big NASCAR run.
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She should have plenty of time to catch a helicopter from Indy to an airport, hop a flight, and get another helicopter into Charlotte for the big NASCAR run.
Ever wonder why your neighbor's ancient lawn mower is refusing to die? Here's why some lawn mower engines quit early while others can outlast your car.
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Ever wonder why your neighbor's ancient lawn mower is refusing to die? Here's why some lawn mower engines quit early while others can outlast your car.
The S-Class is more comfortable, more technologically advanced, more imposing and more customizable than ever before, and it remains an excellent performer.
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The S-Class is more comfortable, more technologically advanced, more imposing and more customizable than ever before, and it remains an excellent performer.
With gas prices still on the rise and reaching record highs, EV ownership is more appealing than ever, but only if you can find an EV at the right price.
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With gas prices still on the rise and reaching record highs, EV ownership is more appealing than ever, but only if you can find an EV at the right price.
Plus Waymo is recalling thousands of vehicles for driving into flooded roads, GM is cutting hundreds of IT jobs and Stellantis is being sued, and more.
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Plus Waymo is recalling thousands of vehicles for driving into flooded roads, GM is cutting hundreds of IT jobs and Stellantis is being sued, and more.
BMW's second turbocharged road car was a luxury flagship that broke all the rules, with the German automaker using creative engineering to outclass rivals.
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BMW's second turbocharged road car was a luxury flagship that broke all the rules, with the German automaker using creative engineering to outclass rivals.
The entire collection, titled "BMW Art Cars - 20 Artists, 50 Years of Innovation. Reunited at BMW Welt" will make its appearance this summer in Munich.
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The entire collection, titled "BMW Art Cars - 20 Artists, 50 Years of Innovation. Reunited at BMW Welt" will make its appearance this summer in Munich.
The Consumer Reports reliability ratings for the Nissan Frontier are a bit of a rollercoaster ride. Here's why the model's dependability fluctuates so much.
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The Consumer Reports reliability ratings for the Nissan Frontier are a bit of a rollercoaster ride. Here's why the model's dependability fluctuates so much.
While some advertisements utilize loveable brand ambassadors, others are too weird and annoying to survive, like these discontinued car insurance mascots.
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While some advertisements utilize loveable brand ambassadors, others are too weird and annoying to survive, like these discontinued car insurance mascots.
These are the biggest signs your car's AC compressor is failing, and addressing them promptly will save you a ton of headaches and pricey repairs down the line.
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These are the biggest signs your car's AC compressor is failing, and addressing them promptly will save you a ton of headaches and pricey repairs down the line.
Audi's new three-row SUV looks and feels as premium as its competition does - and it ought to, because there's work to be done to make up for missed time.
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Audi's new three-row SUV looks and feels as premium as its competition does - and it ought to, because there's work to be done to make up for missed time.
With all three subsidiaries dropped being electric car-adjacent, it doesn't take a genius to gather that weak EV demand is part of Porsche's financial pain.
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With all three subsidiaries dropped being electric car-adjacent, it doesn't take a genius to gather that weak EV demand is part of Porsche's financial pain.
The refreshed Seagull also reportedly makes 74 hp and 100 lb-ft, which is probably more than enough for city driving, but on American highways, good luck.
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The refreshed Seagull also reportedly makes 74 hp and 100 lb-ft, which is probably more than enough for city driving, but on American highways, good luck.
If you've been told this once, you've been told it 100 times: when you're evacuating a plane in an emergency situation, leave all carry-on items behind.
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If you've been told this once, you've been told it 100 times: when you're evacuating a plane in an emergency situation, leave all carry-on items behind.
Back in the 1980s, the overwhelming majority of Mercedes-Benzes on U.S. roads were diesels, but now sales have fallen through the floor. So what happened?
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Back in the 1980s, the overwhelming majority of Mercedes-Benzes on U.S. roads were diesels, but now sales have fallen through the floor. So what happened?
The GM LS2 and LS3 are both small-block V8s that featured in the base C6 Corvette, but several crucial internal differences give one of them a performance edge.
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The GM LS2 and LS3 are both small-block V8s that featured in the base C6 Corvette, but several crucial internal differences give one of them a performance edge.
These two cars aren't exactly competitors, but they're both sedans with a lot of horsepower and technology, plus they both have the number 5 in their names.
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These two cars aren't exactly competitors, but they're both sedans with a lot of horsepower and technology, plus they both have the number 5 in their names.
