Why Are Jeep Owners Obsessed With Putting Rubber Ducks On Their Dashboard?
Jeeps and their owners have had a strange obsession with rubber ducks in recent years. What's the deal with these brightly colored waterfowl?
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Stories By Brian McHugh
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Why Don't New Sports Cars Have Center Armrests?
Sports cars are finding all sorts of ways to put out more power and handle better, but some also seem to be devoid of one small item: center armrests. Why?
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These 5 Cars Are The Most Likely To Make It To 200K Miles In 2025 (According To Consumer Reports)
The average cost of a vehicles keeps going up, so more and more owners are turning to keeping their cars, even if they hit an incredibly high milage.
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Is RAM Really Bringing Back The 1500 TRX? Here's What We Know
Although there were many rumors about the popular Dodge RAM 1500 TRX returning, here are the facts that have been made available so far.
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Which Oil Do F1 Teams Use? (And Why You Can't Use It In Your Car)
Wondering what oil powers an F1 car? It’s nothing like the stuff in your regular car. These ultra-tuned blends are built for racing, not for daily commute.
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Can You Install A Trailer Hitch On Any Car? Here's What You Should Know
If you bought a car without a trailer hitch, you might be able to add one after the fact. Here are a few things you need to know before you do.
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How To Manually Open An Electronic Car Door Handle In An Emergency
Getting in an accident is already scary enough, but it's worse if you have a car door with electronic handles and your vehicle loses power. Here's what to do.
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Can Lego's Life-Size, Drivable McLaren F1 Actually Lap A Track
The McLaren P1 is a beautiful car that most of us will never get to drive, but there is a LEGO version, and most of us won't get to drive that either.
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How One Of The Fastest Electric SUVs Is Becoming Even Faster
One of the fastest and most fun-to-drive electric SUVs on the market is becoming even faster for the 2026 model year. How is Rivian making the R1S faster?
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Where Are Buick Cars Made, And Who Owns The Company Today?
Buick is the oldest American auto manufacturer still making and selling cars to this day, though its sales and manufacturing reach is around the globe.
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Is A Car Totaled If The Airbags Deploy? Here's What You Need To Know
If you're in an accident where your airbags deploy, you might think it's curtains for your car. That may not necessarily be the case. Here's what we know.
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The Coolest Toyota Pickup Truck Doesn't Even Have Four Wheel Drive
Toyota's entry-level off-roading-oriented truck offers the best bang for your buck in terms of terrain capability, even while lacking all-wheel power.
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How Often Should You Replace Your Car's Spark Plug Cables?
Your spark plug cables play a vital role in your vehicle's performance, but they do need to be replaced periodically. Here's what's recommended.
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Car's Automatic Windows Stopped Working? This Could Be The Easy Fix
Automatic power windows are a feature of our cars that go unnoticed until they stop working; here's a tool-free fix for non-functioning automatic windows.
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Please Don't Use Deodorant To Fix Your Squeaky Car Parts
If you've seen people on the web "fixing" squeaky car parts with deodorant, take caution. The act will actually cause more harm than do good.
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Subaru X-Mode: What Does The Feature Do, And When Should It Be Used?
Subaru is well-known for producing vehicles that come standard with AWD, but what is X-Mode? Here's what it does and when it should be used.
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Can Diesel Fuel Go Bad? Everything You Need To Know About Expired Fuel
Diesel fuel is used to power trucks, boats, submarines, and industrial and farm machinery, but how long can you store diesel fuel before it goes bad?
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Do Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Hold Their Value Well?
Every vehicle loses value once it rolls off the dealership lot. Here are some of the best Harley-Davidson motorcycles that keep their value — and the worst.
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Honda Has Entered A New Business - Launching Rockets Into Space
Honda has set its sights higher than just producing reliable cars. The Japanese brand is developing rockets and has completed a successful launch and landing.
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Can Thin Oil Cause Low Oil Pressure?
Using the wrong motor oil in your care can be disastrous, and you might be wondering if thin oil can lead to low oil pressure — and what the dangers are.
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Why Was The OG Chevy TrailBlazer SUV Discontinued, And What Replaced It?
Initially created as a trim to Chevrolet's original Blazer SUV, the Chevy TrailBlazer helped show that SUVs can be more than just suburban family-haulers.
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What Happens If You Underfill Engine Oil?
Motor oil is one of the most important components of your car and the thing you'll replace the most frequently, but what happens if you don't add enough?
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What Does TFSI Stand For, And How Does The Audi Engine Tech Work?
One of the defining features Audi engines is TFSI, featured in numerous Audi models for over 20 years. What does TFSI stand for? How does it work?
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What The P1299 Error Code Means On A Ford And How To Fix It
If your Ford has a P1299 error then you'll need to know what to do next. We explain what this error code means, what causes it and how to fix it.
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What Is An Electrified Axle And How Does It Convert Regular Trucks Into Hybrids?
Cars and trucks that use electricity for propulsion are becoming more common each year, and electrified axles are just one application of this technology.
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Why Do Some Teslas Have Panel Gaps?
Panel gap issues became a sort of a rite of passage for Tesla owners. But why do Tesla vehicles like the Cybertruck often have larger-than-average panel gaps?
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How Does Toyota's E-CVT Transmission Work? (And Which Models Come With It?)
Toyota hybrids are known for using CVT transmissions. However, modern Toyota hybrids actually use something called an e-CVT. What is it? Which models have it?
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