5 Under-The-Radar Auto Races Worth Checking Out In Spring 2026
We all know of the big racing events like F1 and NASCAR, but there's a lot more to the world of four-wheeled racing than these household names.
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Stories By Madeline Cuccio
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Older Drivers Love F-150s, But Gen Z's Favorite Car Couldn't Be More Different
The Ford F-150 remains America's most popular car over the past half a century, but things are changing. What's Gen Z's favorite car to own?
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Why The Bugatti Veyron And Honda Odyssey Share The Same Michelin Tire System
When Michelin designed a new tire system in the mid-2000s, only a couple automakers stepped up to give it a try. This included Bugatti and Honda..
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5 Cars That Looked Totally Different Just One Generation Ago
Newer generations of existing cars feature lots of design differences both big and small, but sometimes a new-gen car is almost unrecognizable in comparison.
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5 Ford Engines You Should Steer Clear Of
Ford has made plenty of engines over the years — some great, some not. Here are five Ford engines that have proven troubled enough to avoid.
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New Porsche Patent Reveals Racing Stripes When You Switch Into Sport Mode
Porsche has filed for a patent about a type of paint that can change colors when electricity is applied. If it works out, the technology could become even more.
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Bore Vs Stroke: How Does Each Impact Your Engine's Power?
Engine power is a product of its overall displacement, but two similarly-sized engines with different bore and stroke characteristics don't perform the same.
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3 Used Luxury SUVs You Should Avoid, According To Consumer Reports
Looking for a premium ride on a budget? Consumer Reports says you need to avoid these three unreliable used luxury SUVs before you waste your money.
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5 Vital Questions To Ask Yourself Before You Buy A Classic Car
Buying and restoring a classic car can be rewarding, but it's not without its headaches. It's worth asking yourself plenty of questions before committing.
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5 Muscle Cars From The '60s That Look Even Cooler Today
The golden era of American performance gave us some incredible V8 beasts. Here are five vintage rides that look even better now than they did then.
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Why Rotary Engines Use Two Different Spark Plugs
Rotary engines differ from conventional ones in many respects — and one of them is the fact that they use two different spark plugs. Here's why.
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Are Four-Cylinder Engines Better Than Three-Cylinder Ones?
You might think that four cylinders are inherently better than three, but is that really the case? The answer is more nuanced than it may seem.
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5 Classic Muscle Cars That Make The Pontiac GTO Look Slow
The Pontiac GTO was one of the frontrunners of the muscle car craze back in the 60s. What about some classic muscle cars that performed a little better?
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How The Detroit Diesel 2-Stroke Engine Got Its 'Screaming Jimmy' Nickname
Detroit Diesel has produced many classic engines, but the "Screaming Jimmy" two-stroke is likely the one with the most interesting nickname. Here's the story.
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If You Hate Touchscreens In Your Car, These 5 Dashboard Gadgets Are For You
Touchscreen-based infotainment offers a lot of functionality, but not everyone likes it. Thankfully, some gadgets can bring similar features to older cars.
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5 BMW Engines You Should Steer Clear Of
BMW has a reputation for using advanced, complex, and maintenance-heavy engines in its vehicles. Not every BMW engine is worth the trouble, however.
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Nissan Torture-Tested This Engine For 100 Hours And The Results Are Impressive
Engine reliability is serious business. Just ask Nissan, which has implemented a strenuous 100-hour testing procedure for one of its V6 engines.
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This BFGoodrich Tire Changed Off-Roading Forever In The 1970s
There was a time when off-road tires and on-road tires were completely different, and meant to be used separately. How did BFGoodrich change that?
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Your HEMI Engine May Have 16 Spark Plugs (And For Good Reason)
While a lot of automotive engines have one spark plug per cylinder, the HEMI V8 might have two per cylinder. What is the science behind that?
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Do Traffic Cameras Actually Help Stop Speeders? Here's What The Data Says
Speed cameras seem to be everywhere, but do they actually change driver behavior? The real-world data behind them might surprise their critics.
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$500K Engine Swap Fraud Lands Resto Shop Owner With 60 Years Behind Bars
An engine swap should be a joyous occasion, but this mechanic turned the process into a nightmare for more than 70 owners — and was jailed for his efforts.
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5 Things You Should Know Before Adding Bigger Tires To Your Truck
If you have a pickup truck, you're likely interested in adding bigger tires, for a variety of reasons. What should you know about adding bigger tires?
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5 Of The Strangest Places Automakers Have Stored A Spare Tire
Spare tire placement might seem like a trivial detail, but certain automakers have stored spare tires in some very odd places over the years.
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5 Hyundai Engines You Should Steer Clear Of
Hyundai actually has a pretty good reputation for making engines, but that doesn't mean they're incapable of making some stinkers, as these engines prove.
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3 Of The Best Years For A Used Subaru BRZ (And 2 To Avoid)
The Subaru BRZ is a fun sports car that's quite affordable on the used market, and there are some years you should prioritize if you're buying one.
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Are Turbo Engines Better Than Naturally Aspirated Ones?
Should you go with a naturally aspirated engine or a turbocharged one? Both have pros and cons, but we think one engine type has a clear upper hand.
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5 Hemi Engines That Didn't Come From America
The Chrysler HEMI is as American as engines get, but the U.S. doesn't have a monopoly on the hemi. Automakers from other nations have built hemis too.
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