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How To Know Your Car Has A Bad Ignition Coil (And How Much Does A Replacement Cost?)
Spark plugs have a pretty predictable life cycle, but ignition coils can be harder to track. Here's how to tell if an ignition coil is on its way out.
What Makes Boeing's Doomsday Plane Different From Air Force One?
The Pentagon's Doomsday plane's mission is to act as the country's military command center in case the ground-based ones are destroyed in a nuclear war.
Formula 1 Moving To Apple TV+ Would Be Good For The Sport But Great For Apple
ESPN has reportedly bowed out of negotiations to keep F1 on its network, as Apple apparently offered $150-$200 million per season for the broadcast rights.
If You See Bubbles On An Oil Dipstick, This Is What It Could Mean
If you've ever pulled out your dipstick only to find bubbles mixed in with your oil, you're not alone. Let's take a look at whether you should be concerned.
Why Does Cadillac's Northstar Engine Get Such A Bad Rap?
The Cadillac Northstar V8 has a negative reputation because of its Head gaskets. The fine steel threads would strip right out of the aluminum block.
What Does NASCAR Do With All Those Used Tires After A Race?
When NASCAR is done with the Goodyear tires, they're either recycled -- used as rubber mulch or asphalt -- or sold off as souvenirs for die-hard fans.
Jet Engine Cars Have Always Sounded Cool But Been An Incredibly Bad Idea
The notion of putting jet engines in cars in one that won't go away.
Fun Fact: The EPA Controls Airplane Emissions Too
The EPA released its very first airplane emissions rules in 2020, which, with conservative rounding, pleased zero environmental groups. In 2023 it got serious.
Should You Buy A Car Through Costco? Here's What The Auto Program Actually Offers
Costco's auto program comes with pre-negotiated prices for cars, but it requires a great deal of research from the buyer still to secure financing.
Ships Could Start Going Nuclear Again
As countries around the world try to tamp down emissions (well, some of them, anyway), a major target for improvement is the shipping industry.
The Brand With The Highest Owner Loyalty Might Not Be Toyota Or Subaru
Tesla led the way for luxury brands with a customer-retention rate of 61.6 percent. Mercedes-Benz (54.2 percent) and BMW (51.4 percent) filled out the podium.
Why Do F1 Cars Have A Flashing Red Light At The Back?
Ever wondered what the red light on the back of your favorite Formula 1 car was for? The answer is a bit more complex than you might have guessed.
At $6,900, Is This 2001 Mazda MX-5 A Miata We Oughta Consider?
Even though it has high mileage, this Miata still looks to be in great shape. We need to discuss whether those miles matter.
2025 Subaru Crosstrek Premium Is The Subcompact Crossover I Would Buy With A $30,000 Budget
I want everyone to find a car within their budget that they view as more than an appliance, and the 2025 Subaru Crosstrek is a great place to start.
What's The Best Convertible Ever Made?
Temperatures are at an all-time high, and morale is at an all-time low. Do you know what will fix both those things? A convertible, baby.
It's Open Season On Fuel Economy
We're looking at our new Wild West for emissions regulation, as well as Volvo's scaled-back U.S. offerings.