Widebody Vehicle Kits: What Are They, And What's The Point?
Though widebody kits arose out of necessity, they are often used today to make cars look sportier and more aggressive. But what else do they do?
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A Look At The 4.0 TFSI Engine That Powers The Audi RS 7 Sportback
Audi's 4.0 TFSI engine powers its RS 7 Sportback, but you can also find this V8 powerhouse inside several other high-performance cars as well. -
Why The Honda Beat's Engine Is Considered Such An Oddball
The Honda Beat, a Japan-only car made to fit the country's stringent "Kei" regulations, used a very interesting method to wring more power out of the engine. -
Isuzu VehiCROSS: Cool Cult Classic, Or Just An Ugly SUV?
Calling the Isuzu VehiCROSS strange-looking might be the nicest thing you can say about it, but in recent years it's beginning to undergo a renaissance. -
What Makes The Nissan 350Z Engine So Good?
Nissan's 350Z doesn't have the biggest, most powerful engine around. But the ease with which it takes to modification has ensured its popularity. -
Here's Why Chrysler Is Pulling The Plug On The 300 After 17 Years
The venerable Chrysler 300 is coming to the end of its 17-year run. Let's review its many strong points and the structural reasons why it's being retired. -
Land Rover Defender Vs Discovery: The Biggest Differences
The Land Rover Defender and Discovery have similar names and similar builds, but there are some significant differences between the two to consider. -
Here's Why The 400 Is Considered One Of Ferrari's Worst Cars (But Shouldn't Be)
The timing of this unusual Ferrari worked against it back in the day, and Jeremy Clarkson once dubbed it "awful in every way." But there's more to it. -
A Look At The 2.9L Twin-Turbo V6 Engine That Powers The Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio
Even though Alfa Romeo won't officially acknowledge it, the 2.9-liter twin-turbo V6 was co-developed with Ferrari, as evident in several areas. -
What Is The Ford Heritage Vault? (And Why FOMOCO Fans Should Know)
Over a hundred years' worth of images and documentation make the Ford Heritage Vault a treasure trove of information on the storied car maker. -
5 Things To Know Before Buying A Classic Datsun 240Z
The Datsun 240Z might have been Nissan's first sportscar, but it was a remarkable technical achievement. Here's what to know before you buy one second-hand. -
This Little-Known Volkswagen Concept Inspired Bugatti's Most Iconic Car
Volkswagen's Nardo W12 concept car may have looked funny with the VW logo on the front, but no one was laughing when it started setting records. -
Do You Remember Oldsmobile's Strange Luxury Minivan, The Silhouette?
Oldsmobile isn't typically the brand that comes to mind when you think of strange, futuristic designs, but in the late '80s, it produced the Silhouette minivan. -
Everything You Need To Know About GM's Ultium EV Platform
Bucking the current trend in EV design and manufacture, GM's Ultium system is modular, since it is designed to be used in many different models. -
How Oldmobile's 1966 Toronado Broke New Ground
Oldsmobile's 1966 Toronado wasn't just a beautiful example of a luxury automobile -- it also changed the game in terms of high-end car design. -
The Old, Forgotten Pickup That Looks Like Cybertruck's Grandfather
The Renha Formigao (later called the Coyote) was a small-series classic Volkswagen Beetle-based pickup. -
M Series Vs B Series: How Each BMW Engine Series Compares
BMW's engine names are typically single letters that don't tell you a lot about how they perform, so it can be confusing. We've broken down the M and B series. -
German Diesel: Why The BMW M57 Is Held In Such High Regard
Produced for 12 years until 2010, BMW's M57 3.0-liter twin-turbo diesel engine came with 282 hp. But a specialist tuner cranked it up to 1,020 hp. -
Here's Why Mercedes-Benz Doesn't Sell Its Pickup Truck In The U.S.
A pickup truck is the last thing you'd think of when you think of Mercedes-Benz, but the X-class was sold for three years -- almost everywhere but the U.S. -
Every Iteration Of The Mercedes-Benz G-Class, Ranked Least To Most Valuable
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class, or G-Wagen, represents the pinnacle of luxury SUVs. But it wasn't always so. Let's review the various generations by price. -
1963 Chevrolet Corvair Monza Spyder: A Look At The Vehicle Andre Braugher Drove In 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine'
The 1963 Chevrolet Corvair Monza Spyder was an iconic car driven by Captain Holt in the show "Brooklyn Nine-Nine." Here's the history of the old-school ride. -
6 Cool Toyota RAV4 Mods For Any Budget
If you are the proud owner of a fifth-generation Toyota Rav4, it may be time to add mods to enhance your vehicle. Here are six cool ideas to consider. -
What Happened To Aston Martin's Bulldog Concept Car?
Before Tesla's Cybertruck, there was Aston Martin's wedge-shaped Bulldog concept. While the car had some impressive specs, it never made it to production. -
How Nissan's SR20DET Engine Packs Such A Powerful Punch
The Nissan SR20DET engine is a powerful engine from the 1990s that's beloved by the tuner community. Here's everything we know about why it's so popular. -
6 Of The Fastest Mazda Sports Cars Ever Made
Nowadays, Mazda isn't exactly known to make fast sportscars, but that wasn't always the case. Here are six of the fastest Mazda sports cars ever made. -
This Rare AMG Is One Of The Coolest Cars Of The 80's
The radically altered, ultra-souped-up version of the Mercedes W124 made by AMG, known as the Hammer, was one of the most powerful sedans ever. -
How The Lexus IS 300 Engine Has Changed Over The Years
The Lexus IS 300 is a high-end luxury sedan that has gone through several different engine designs over its lifespan. We will review each permutation.
