8 Things You Never Knew About James Bond's Iconic 1976 Lotus Esprit Series I
The 1976 Lotus Esprit became famous in the James Bond film, "The Spy Who Loved Me" and its successor, "For Your Eyes Only." The car itself was quite unique.
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8 Classic Pontiac Models With Great Resale Value
Since GM discontinued Pontiac in 2010, its models have evolved into classic collectibles, with many gaining impressive resale value over the past years.
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8 Of The Best Alternatives For Adobe Illustrator
Tired of paying for Adobe Illustrator's monthly subscription fees? Here are eight alternatives for anyone who needs vector drawing software.
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11 Alternatives To The Harley-Davidson V-Rod
Harley Davidson really struck a chord with the V-Rod, and even though it's been discontinued, there are several motorcyles offering a comparable experience.
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10 Non-Chevrolet Cars Powered By Chevy V8 Engines
You won't only find Chevrolet built V8 engines in Chevy trucks and muscle cars. Here are 10 foreign and domestic car manufacturers who opted for Chevy V8 power.
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10 Legendary Engines From Detroit's Golden Age
During the American muscle era, Detroit engines powered the most iconic and powerful cars on the road. Here are some of the most important engines of the day.
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10 Of The Strangest Chevrolets Ever Built, Ranked
Chevrolet is a tried and true American automaker with many well-known models -- but throughout its history the company has released some oddities.
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7 Used Buick Models You Should Steer Clear Of At All Costs
Buick has enjoyed a long history in the American auto industry, but like any major manufacturer, there are a couple models best left on the lot.
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8 Used Audi Models You Should Steer Clear Of At All Costs
Audi is known for its luxurious vehicles and signature Quattro all-wheel-drive system, but every now and then the company misses the mark.
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Everything You Need To Consider When Choosing The Right Truck For A Camper
Choosing the right truck for your camper depends on factors including size, who you camp with, and whether or not you need four-wheel-drive.
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Nothing Ear (Open) Review: Clever Earbud Design Around The Back And Inside
Nothing returns with another new pair of earbuds, this time made to wrap around your ear and sit out and above your ear -- with surprising results.
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Every Harley-Davidson Engine Ever Built
Harely-Davidson is known globally for the v-twin engine, but the motorcycle manufacturer's back catalog includes many other engines.
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Everything Chevy Fans Should Know About The Stovebolt Engine
The Stovebolt Six from Chevrolet changed the American automotive industry forever with its inception during the 20th century. These facts are most notable.
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11 Of The Fastest Chevrolet Cars Ever Made, Ranked By Top Speed
Chevrolet has produced some blindingly fast cars over the years, with special tweaks and tunes pushing some cars toward record speeds.
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11 Cars You Didn't Realize Came With Factory-Added Superchargers
Superchargers add more air intake to boost the power of an engine, and these models came out of the factory rearing to put pedal to metal.
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12 Harley-Davidson Models You Didn't Realize Existed
Harley-Davidson is known for bikes powered by longitudinally-mounted v-twin engines, but its back catalog contains quite a few surprises.
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10 Harbor Freight Hand Tools Every At-Home Mechanic Will Want
Amateur mechanics need a wide variety of tools to get the job done in their garage, and Harbor Freight is an excellent place to pick those tools up.
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The Best Years For Chevy Malibu (And Some To Avoid)
Chevrolet announced the end of Malibu's run in 2024, making it possible to look back at the car's history and identify its best years and features.
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10 Motorcycles To Consider For A Custom Chopper Build
Contrary to what you may have heard, building a custom chopper can be done on a variety of older motorcycles produced all over the world.
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The Story Of Hodaka: The Best Dirt Bike You've Never Heard Of
Hodaka has one of the most interesting company stories of any motorcycle brand, coupled with a cult following that remains to this day.
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10 Of The Coolest BMW Motorcycles Ever Made
BMW Motorrad has been producing motorcycles for over a century and has produced plenty of iconic models over the years. Here are a few of the coolest.
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11 Things You Might Not Know About Diesel Engines
Diesel engines have an interesting history and differ from gasoline engines in a variety of ways that the casual driver may not know.
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These Dirt Bikes Are Some Of The Rarest In Existence
These are the coolest but rarest dirt bikes from big-name brands like BMW and Cannondale down to little-known makers like Izh and Ammex.
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11 Of The Best Ways You Can Use A Small Diesel Engine
Small diesel engines aren't as common as small gas engines, but there are still plenty of ways to put them to use. Here are some interesting applications.
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10 Of The Most Beautiful Motorcycles Ever Sold At Auction, Ranked By Price
Classic motorcycles can sell for astronomical sums at auction to buyers seeking to preserve a piece of automotive history for themselves.
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The Challenger Disaster: Behind The Fatal Flaw And The Engineering That Fixed It
The Challenger disaster shook the nation in 1986, and led to NASA re-approaching its processes for accountability and launch approval.
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11 Classic Diesel Cars You Might Not Have Known Existed
Diesel cars aren't as popular in the United States as they are elsewhere, but several major automakers have included options in their lineups.
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