4 Common Problems With Disc Brakes
With most modern cars using disc brakes, it's helpful to understand some of the most common problems you're likely to encounter with these braking systems.
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4 Common Problems With V12 Engines
As they're essentially a pair of inline-sixes grouped together V12s are inherently smooth engines. However, there are some problems inherent to V12s.
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Not Audi, Not BMW: ACSI Ranked This The Highest-Rated Luxury Car Brand For Customer Satisfaction
The luxury segment has a new customer satisfaction champion, according to the American Customer Satisfaction Index's 2026 study. But it's not all good news.
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5 Common Problems With The Toyota Highlander
The Toyota Highlander is a ubiquitous SUV, and being a Toyota, it's pretty synonymous with reliability. The Highlander is not without common issues, though.
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5 Common Problems With Drum Brakes
Drum brakes may be older tech, but a lot of vehicles, especially trucks, still use them. What are some of the most common problems with drum brakes?
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If You Call These Cars JDM, You've Been Getting It Wrong
Vehicles built for the Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) are popular among collectors and gearheads, but several cars people think are JDM may actually not be.
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5 Major Car Maintenance And Repair Jobs You Probably Should Not DIY
While it pays to know how to do basic car maintenance and repair tasks yourself, some big jobs are almost certainly best left to the professionals.
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New Hyundai Patent Could Change The Way EV Batteries Are Charged Forever
EVs have a lot going for them, but range is still a concern. This Hyundai patent may change things significantly — if it ever comes to fruition.
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Why Do Some Older Semi Trucks Have Two Gear Shifts?
A single gear lever can be enough of a pain, but some older semi trucks actually had two shifters for their manual transmissions. Here's why.
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Experimental Transmission Aims To Tackle The Biggest Problems With Hybrids
Plug-in hybrids are notorious for mechanical complexity and high costs. Discover the radical new transmission design trying to simplify the system.
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What Is Diesel Regen And Why Does It Matter?
Diesel engines still have their place in the modern automotive world, but they're not without flaws. What is diesel regen? Why is it necessary?
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Replacing America's Gas Stations With EV Chargers Is More Complicated Than It Sounds
EVs are here to stay, but will they ever replace gas cars entirely? That would require a lot more charging stations, for one — but that's a tricky task.
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Here's When To Shift Gears For Better Fuel Economy
Manual drivers can improve fuel economy by choosing gears more carefully, but the best shift point depends on the car, the road, and how the engine feels.
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How Long Do Inline-6 Engines Tend To Last And Can You Extend Their Lifespan?
The inline-six is a venerable engine layout, and you can find it in both classic workhorses like Jeep Cherokees and modern performance cars like BMWs.
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5 Car Parts You Need To Check At 50,000 Miles (That May Need To Be Replaced)
Cars are complex machines, that degrade over time and with use. Some car parts may need to be checked at 50,000 miles to see if they need to be replaced.
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Why Do Automatic Transmissions Have Flex Plates Instead Of Flywheels?
Automatic transmissions work differently from regular transmissions, with one example being the use of flex plates, instead of a flywheel like on manual cars.
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5 Upgrades That Make The Toyota Corolla Feel Less Basic
The Toyota Corolla is about as basic and no-frills you can get with a modern vehicle, but that doesn't mean you can't mod it to give it a little more character.
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What Happens When A Torque Converter Goes Bad?
An automatic car's torque converter, like any other vehicle component, can fail. Here's what happens when a torque converter reaches the end of its life.
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The Clever Physics That Makes Modern Supercars So Quick
Modern supercars are incredibly impressive and quick vehicles, and a lot of that comes down to the physics behind their increasingly complex designs.
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5 Nearly-Perfect '80s Cars That Almost Everyone Agrees On
The 1980s were certainly an interesting time for cars. What cars that came out during this time were pretty much perfect at what they set out to achieve?
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8 Mopar Muscle Cars With A 426 Street HEMI That Are Super Pricey Today
The 426 Street HEMI is an all-time classic muscle car engine, and that extends to many of the Mopar cars it powered as well. Here are some of the priciest.
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5 Of The Best Cars To Come Out In 2026 (So Far)
The best cars of 2026 depend on what you need from them, and these new models make strong cases across commuting, hauling, track driving, and pure excess.
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What Is A Torque Converter & What Does It Do In An Automatic Transmission?
A torque converter is an essential part of any automatic transmission. What is a torque converter, though, and what role does it actually play?
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A Bullet Fired Into Water Has Something In Common With Your Car - The Physics Explained
Apart from both being propelled by explosions of one form or another, bullets and cars share a handful of design similarities. It's all due to aerodynamics.
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These All-Terrain Tires Outperform Goodyear Wranglers
Goodyear Wranglers are often at the top of the list when it comes to all-terrain tires, but independent testing says there's a better-performing brand.
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Why Tire Traction Is So Important: The Physics Explained
A tire's traction is the fundamental measure of how well it performs on the road, and a number of factors can impact it, from the tire's design to its size.
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Torque-To-Yield Bolts: What Are They, And Why Do Automakers Use Them?
Just about every vehicle is held together using a lot of small components, including bolts. What exactly is a torque-to-yield, also known as a TTY bolt?
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