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GM's LS7 V8: The Corvette Engine That Defied Small-Block Limits
The GM LS7 is the biggest-displacement small-block V-8 ever in a production car, and it only ever featured in the Corvette C6 Z06 and the fifth-gen Camaro Z/28.
How Ford Designed Its Capless Fuel Filler To Reduce Gasoline Theft
Ford's Easy Fuel capless filler flap will not open unless the correct pump nozzle or filtered funnel is inserted, preventing siphoning.
This 2003 Mazda Protege5 Manual Is The Definition Of Cheap, Slow, Practical Fun
Slow car fun (and thirsty).
Here's How A Decade Of Toyota Depreciation Compares To Other Auto Brands
Toyota's reputation for reliability helps keep resale values high, outperforming all mainstream Japanese brands and its U.S. and South Korean counterparts.
Why Are Car Dealers Usually Clustered So Close To Each Other?
Car dealers cluster due to various state zoning laws, while being near rivals in key shopping areas also boosts convenience, traffic, and sales.
Why Builders Create Hybrid Turbos (That Have Nothing To Do With Hybrid Powertrains)
A hybrid turbo is a shorthand for an upgraded turbocharger that uses the same snail housing and external parts, avoiding any potential OEM compatibility issues.
Why Honda Made A Formula Car With Its Engine In This Weird Location
The Honda Side-by-Side placed the engine next to the driver in a bid to improve weight distribution and handling on the race track.
5 Fun And Affordable Used Cars You Might Be Overlooking
Cars like the Miata are common recommendations for enthusiasts on a budget, but what if you want something that's less ubiquitous and equally entertaining?
What Long-Gone Car Feature Do You Wish Automakers Still Had Today?
I truly miss old analog instrument clusters.
They Look Like Normal Wheels And Tires, But Those Rims Are Actually Fiberglass
The 1989 Dodge Shelby CSX-VNT came with stock fiberglass wheels. They were painted gold and were actually much stronger and lighter than steel wheels.
What The Hell Could Subaru's ACX STI Trademark Be About?
The ACX name isn't actually new-new within Subaru's back catalog.
5 Car Parts You Should Never Buy From A Junkyard
Buying used tires sure seems like a lifehack, but it really isn't. The same goes for airbags, brake pads, shoes, shocks, and struts.
Why Turbos Fail Prematurely (And The Simple Fixes You Shouldn't Ignore)
Turbochargers fail rarely, but when they do, it's often down to oil problems or poor maintenance, or occasionally driver behaviour.
Here's How Much A 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Has Depreciated In 5 Years
The average used price of a 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio sits between $40,000 and $50,000 today, but low production means great deals are rare.
Airplane Ashtrays Still Exist Because People Have A Hard Time Following Rules
Smoking has been banned on commercial flights since 2000, so why do brand new airplanes still come with ashtrays installed in the bathroom?
At $21,900, Is This Supercharged 2010 Chevy Camaro SS A Pony Of A Different Color?
It's in need of some serious paintwork, but this supercharged Camaro SS has big power. Is it worth the trade-off?