China's Range Rover Rip Off Is Now More Popular Than The Real Thing
Jaecoo 7 SUV outsold Land Rover's own models in Britain during December, forcing the industry to confront uncomfortable questions about what buyers actually value.
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.
Yes, There Are Engines With Three Spark Plugs In One Cylinder
The Bajaj-made Pulsar NS200 sports motorcycle has a DTS-i Triple Spark engine whose name that says it all: three spark plugs in one cylinder.
Here's Your Chance To Buy 1 Of Only 1,000 Original Subaru Impreza WRX Type RAs Ever Built
The 2000 Subaru WRX Type RA Limited is an old car, but it's rare, powerful, and lighter than today's WRX, so this used one with low mileage could be a steal.
Yes, There Have Been Production Cars With More Than One Engine
There have been production cars with more than one engine. In particular, the Citroën 2CV Sahara boasted two engines during the 1950s.
NASA To Improve Machine Learning With Endurance Racing Data
IMSA mentioned machine learning for diagnostics, wireless networking and RFID applications as a potential area for discussion.
Who Gets To Name New Roads?
Those who get to name new roads in the U.S. are named by government officials and housing developers. Emergency services can veto names, too.
What Is An Opera Window, And Why Did It Go Out Of Style?
An opera window is a small glass-covered opening in a car's c-pillar. They were used for visibility, but they went out of style due to overuse.