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When You Should Never Tow With an Automatic Car or Drive With a Trailer

When You Should Never Tow With an Automatic Car or Drive With a Trailer

One of the most debated questions: is towing even allowed with an automatic?

What Do the Modes 1, 2, 3, L, B, S, and M Mean in an Automatic Transmission — and Why They Exist

What Do the Modes 1, 2, 3, L, B, S, and M Mean in an Automatic Transmission — and Why They Exist

We explain the meaning behind these letters. Many drivers consider automatic transmissions a true blessing, and compared to manuals, they really do have many advantages.

Battery Warning Light Came On: Don’t Panic — Here’s How Far You Can Really Drive

Battery Warning Light Came On: Don’t Panic — Here’s How Far You Can Really Drive

How many miles can a car go once the battery warning light turns on?

“H Day”: The Night Sweden Switched to Driving on the Right

“H Day”: The Night Sweden Switched to Driving on the Right

Today, nearly all of Europe drives on the right-hand side. But not long ago, several countries—including Sweden, Hungary, Austria, and Portugal—followed the British tradition of driving on the left.

A Fully Wooden Bentley Hits eBay — and Costs Almost as Much as the Real Thing

A Fully Wooden Bentley Hits eBay — and Costs Almost as Much as the Real Thing

Built at full scale, the model can roll and even steer, but it can’t move under its own power since it has no engine.

Ford F-350 Super Duty Surpasses 1.3 Million Miles

Ford F-350 Super Duty Surpasses 1.3 Million Miles

U.S. resident John Freeland has driven his 2000 Ford F-350 Super Duty pickup more than 1.3 million miles while keeping the original diesel engine and transmission.

Lamborghini Huracan Owner Tracks Down Stolen Supercar with ChatGPT After Two Years

Lamborghini Huracan Owner Tracks Down Stolen Supercar with ChatGPT After Two Years

A California man has been reunited with his Lamborghini Huracan two years after it was stolen — thanks to artificial intelligence.

Behind the Wheel of Retro Classics — BMW 3 Series: E30 (1982–1991)

Behind the Wheel of Retro Classics — BMW 3 Series: E30 (1982–1991)

Paul Horrell tests the second generation of the BMW 3 Series

VW, Porsche, and Dodge as Spheres: Art that Amazes

VW, Porsche, and Dodge as Spheres: Art that Amazes

American artist Lars Fisk transforms iconic cars into perfect spheres.

Refusal to warm-up and excessive kick-down: 9 driver mistakes that destroy the automatic gearbox

Refusal to warm-up and excessive kick-down: 9 driver mistakes that destroy the automatic gearbox

An automatic transmission can last a long time, but 9 driver mistakes kill it prematurely. Here's what to avoid.

10 well-known car brands owned by Volkswagen

10 well-known car brands owned by Volkswagen

Volkswagen controls dozens of brands – from budget cars to Bugatti hypercars and MAN trucks. Here's who makes up the VW empire.

The Most Stolen Cars in Japan Revealed: Land Cruiser Unbeatable

The Most Stolen Cars in Japan Revealed: Land Cruiser Unbeatable

In Tokyo, the first half of 2025 saw a surge in car thefts, and a list of the most popular car brands was compiled.

The Worst Car Model Names in the History of the Global Auto Industry

The Worst Car Model Names in the History of the Global Auto Industry

Some cars could have become iconic if not for their names. In these cases, marketers really overdid it.

10 cars to avoid if you don't like expensive repair bills

10 cars to avoid if you don't like expensive repair bills

Even the most prestigious cars can turn out costly to maintain — here are ten examples to consider beforehand.

Mazda RX-7 from 'Fast & Furious' sold at auction for 1.2 million dollars

Mazda RX-7 from 'Fast & Furious' sold at auction for 1.2 million dollars

The coupe can be considered the second most expensive car from the set of this franchise