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Uber's Lost & Found Reveals The Weird Things We Leave In Rideshare Vehicles

staff@slashgear.com (Chris Littlechild) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 03:45:00 +0000

People leave things in Ubers a lot, and sometimes they're very weird things. It's now the tenth anniversary of Uber's annual showcase of odd things left behind.

This Unexpected SUV Is The Most Popular New Vehicle In Michigan

staff@slashgear.com (Mark Cowley) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:15:00 +0000

The Ford F-150 continues to be a best-seller in almost every U.S. state, but in Michigan, one unexpected SUV towers above the rest. Which one is it?

Jaguar Designer Shows What A Modern Front-Engine Corvette Stingray Could Be

staff@slashgear.com (Madeline Cuccio) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 22:15:00 +0000

The C8 Corvette ushered in a new, mid-engined, direction when it launched in 2019, but this rendering illustrates an alternate path for the nameplate.

No Roof, A Mustang V8 And A $560,000 Tag: Does This Ford-Inspired Roadster Deliver On The Road?

staff@slashgear.com (Travis Langness) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0000

I knew the SP40 Restomod Roadster would turn heads, I just wasn't sure if this carbon-fiber creation would ever be able to justify its hefty price tag.

NC Driver Learns That Lemon Laws Come With A Giant Catch

staff@slashgear.com (Mike Garrett) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:45:00 +0000

Lemon laws can be very helpful if you end up with a problematic vehicle, but not every car will qualify. There are strict criteria that have to be met.

'Potential Crash Or Injury For Other Road Users': Subaru Recalls 70K Popular SUVs

staff@slashgear.com (Olivia Richman) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:45:00 +0000

Driving one of America's most reliable SUVs? Discover why Subaru is suddenly recalling nearly 70,000 vehicles over a serious highway safety hazard.

If Your Car Has A Snowflake Button Near The Gear Shift, Here's What It Does

staff@slashgear.com (Zohaib Ahmed) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:30:00 +0000

Have you ever noticed the mysterious snowflake icon sitting next to your car's gear selector? Discover the hidden driving feature it activates.

If You Grew Up In The '60s, You Definitely Remember These Cars

staff@slashgear.com (Zak Wojnar) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:30:00 +0000

A look at the machines that defined the 60s, the ones that made kids dream, adults grin, and car culture feel electric in a way that still lingers.

Over 600K Honda Cars Have Been Recalled In 2026 – Here's How To See If Yours Is One

staff@slashgear.com (Mark Cowley) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:45:00 +0000

Honda hasn't issued that many recalls in 2026, but the ones it has announced have involved well over 600,000 cars. Is your Honda one of those vehicles?

Why Are Stop Signs Octagons Instead Of Round Or Square?

staff@slashgear.com (Chris Littlechild) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:45:00 +0000

Stop signs are (with very few exceptions) very distinct -- bright red face, large white letters... and they're always the same shape, an octagon. Why?

11 Small Cars That Are Ridiculously Overpowered

staff@slashgear.com (D Figg) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:30:00 +0000

Small cars, big power. It's a winning combination, and these hot hatches push the boundaries of torque, horsepower, agility, and straight line speed.

Hyundai Drivers Can Soon Get Their Car Serviced Without Ever Leaving Home

staff@slashgear.com (Zohaib Ahmed) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:45:00 +0000

Hyundai owners will soon be getting a new feature that will give them greater peace of mind with their vehicle without ever having to leave home.

These 5 Pickup Trucks Have The Best Fuel Economy In 2026

staff@slashgear.com (Mike Garrett) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:30:00 +0000

While electric trucks from brands like Rivian obviously change the equation, pickups with internal combustion engines can still achieve remarkable efficiency.

5 Common Mistakes People Make While Off-Roading

staff@slashgear.com (Ron King) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 03:45:00 +0000

These mistakes can turn a fun trail into trouble. Here's what to avoid before you head off-road and keep your adventure safe and fun.

5 Automotive Tools Mechanics Say Aren't Worth Buying

staff@slashgear.com (Olasubomi Gbenjo) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 02:45:00 +0000

If you're interested in picking up some DIY tools for your home garage, you might be eyeing some pieces of equipment that aren't actually necessary.

This Chinese Company Is Making Brand-New Bodies For A Whole List Of Classic Cars

staff@slashgear.com (Stephen Fogel) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:45:00 +0000

Restomods may just become the hot new thing, with car prices being what they are. If so, this Chinese company is ready with newly minted bodies for classics.

Why Do Some Speed Limit Signs Have Such Odd Numbers?

staff@slashgear.com (Tom Clark) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:45:00 +0000

Have you ever seen a 17.3 mph limit and wondered if it was a typo? Discover the surprising reason some traffic signs use such weird numbers.

Why A Gentle Breeze Can Wreck Your MPG: Headwind Physics Explained

staff@slashgear.com (Bob Sharp) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:45:00 +0000

Fuel economy isn't always in our (or the automaker's) hands; nature plays a big role here too, and even a breeze can have a big impact on our mpg.

5 Common Manual Transmission Myths That Simply Refuse To Die

staff@slashgear.com (Stephen Fogel) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:45:00 +0000

Think manuals are slow, inefficient, or a maintenance drain? We break down common manual transmission myths that refuse to die.

How Do Temporary Traffic Lights Work?

staff@slashgear.com (Zohaib Ahmed) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:45:00 +0000

Occasionally, during events or construction, you may see temporary stop lights set up by workers. How do these portable traffic signals work?