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The Incredible Engine That Powered The Legendary McLaren F1
The McLaren F1 is powered by a raucous naturally-aspirated V12 that produces over 600 horsepower, making it capable of cresting a record-breaking 240 mph.
The Lexus LC And Its V8 Are Dying Because All Good Things Must Come To An End
The death of the LC also marks the end of the road for Lexus' naturally aspirated 2UR 5.0 V8 engine.
Why Did Tailfins Have To Disappear?
Changing fashion and concerns over safety were a few of the factors that led to the demise of the tailfin. During a certain era, though, they were everywhere.
Greg Biffle's Plane Suffered Instrument Failure Prior To Crash, NTSB Preliminary Report Claims
New information revealed in the National Transportation Safety Board's preliminary report, however, sheds a little more light on what may have caused the crash.
What Makes Engine Oil Turn Black?
Engine oil turns black due to the oil oxidizing and collecting contaminants. Dark oil is not always a sign that it needs to be changed.
There's Such A Thing As Too Much Dash-To-Axle And It Looks Like The Donkervoort P24 RS
If you want the Borzoi of motor vehicles, there's no better place to look.
This 22,000-Mile 1988 Buick Riviera T-Type Looks Brand New And Has A Functional Cathode Ray Touchscreen
These days, most of the GM E-body models are likely either rusted husks of their former selves rotting away in junk yards.
Waymo Hits Child Near Elementary School, Company Claims Human Driver Would've Done The Same
The Waymo braked as soon as the kid emerged from behind an SUV, slowing from 17 mph to 6 mph. It estimates a human would've hit the child at much higher speed.
This Diesel Engine's Been Around For 40+ Years (And Reliability Is The Key)
The Cummins B-Series diesel engine has been around for over 40 years because it's proven itself to be reliable and trustworthy.
Why Automakers Switched From R12 Freon To R134a (And Now R1234yf)
Automakers switched from using R12 to R134a because of environmental concerns. More recently, they've moved on from R134a to R1234yf for similar reasons.
These Are The Best Car Tires Of 2026, According To Consumer Reports
Of the millions of components that make cars go and stop with performance and comfort, tires are the only ones that actually touch the road.
13 Chevy Models With The Longest Production Runs
Chevrolet is famous for some of its long running name plates — here are the vehicles that have had the longest continuous production runs.
This Tire Brand Scores The Worst For Owner Satisfaction In Consumer Reports' Ranking
The tire brand that scored the worst for owner satisfaction in Consumer Reports' ranking was Sumitomo. The brand ranked poorly in every category.
Why Did Automakers Switch From Sealed Beam Headlights?
Automakers switched from sealed beam headlights because they limited designs and made it difficult to distinguish cars from each other.
Why Automakers Abandoned Wraparound Windshields After The 1950s
Wraparound windshields vanished because they made the cabin too hot, occupants felt too visible, and the curved glass caused distortion on the sides.
Gas Vs. Hydraulic Shock Absorbers: What's The Difference
The difference between gas and hydraulic shock absorbers is the fact that gas absorbers use nitrogen, helping to dampen shocks but causing the ride to be stiff.
