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The “Golden Submarine” – A Car from the Distant Past That Was Ahead of Its Time

The “Golden Submarine” – A Car from the Distant Past That Was Ahead of Its Time

Built more than a century ago, this car still looks remarkably modern today.

Why Cars Have Those Odd Little Black Dots Around the Edge of the Windshield — Many Americans Don’t Even Suspect

Why Cars Have Those Odd Little Black Dots Around the Edge of the Windshield — Many Americans Don’t Even Suspect

What do they actually do? Are they just decorative, or is there real engineering behind them?

Four Cars Whose Bodies Can Go 15–20 Years Without Rusting

Four Cars Whose Bodies Can Go 15–20 Years Without Rusting

The engine may give up, the suspension might wear out — but the body will stay solid.

Three Hidden Automatic-Transmission Buttons Even Veteran Drivers Don’t Know About — and Why They Matter

Three Hidden Automatic-Transmission Buttons Even Veteran Drivers Don’t Know About — and Why They Matter

Plenty of drivers who use an automatic transmission every day are convinced they know it inside out.

Five Mystery Buttons in Cars — Most Americans Have No Idea What They Do

Five Mystery Buttons in Cars — Most Americans Have No Idea What They Do

Different brands feature unusual and unexpected buttons.

Paul Walker’s Original “2 Fast 2 Furious” Mitsubishi Lancer Evo Heads to Auction

Paul Walker’s Original “2 Fast 2 Furious” Mitsubishi Lancer Evo Heads to Auction

Auction house Bonhams expects the cult car to fetch between €250,000 and €500,000.

The Start-Stop System Everyone Loves to Hate — Real Fuel Saver or Engine-Wear Myth?

The Start-Stop System Everyone Loves to Hate — Real Fuel Saver or Engine-Wear Myth?

Was this system created to annoy drivers, or does it actually serve a purpose?

Not All Americans Know the Purpose of the ECT PWR Button on Their Toyota: The Hidden Secret

Not All Americans Know the Purpose of the ECT PWR Button on Their Toyota: The Hidden Secret

Many modern cars with automatic transmissions, like the Toyota Camry or Lexus RX, come equipped with this unusual button.

Navy Veteran Parked His Volvo in 1978 — It Hasn’t Moved an Inch Until Now

Navy Veteran Parked His Volvo in 1978 — It Hasn’t Moved an Inch Until Now

When the shed door swung open for the first time in decades, sunlight spilled onto a Volvo that hadn’t budged since Jimmy Carter was still working in the Oval Office.

8 Cars Known for Going the Distance: Quality You Can Count On

8 Cars Known for Going the Distance: Quality You Can Count On

When shopping for a car, reliability should be one of the key factors you look at — and there are several ways to measure it.

What’s That Little Button on Your Seat Belt For? The Answer Might Surprise You

What’s That Little Button on Your Seat Belt For? The Answer Might Surprise You

That tiny dot on your car’s seat belt is easy to overlook.

Why Modern Engines Hide Under Plastic — and What That Cover Really Does

Why Modern Engines Hide Under Plastic — and What That Cover Really Does

Plastic engine covers: practical protection or just extra clutter? What every driver should know.

GM Built a One-of-a-Kind V12 in the ’60s That Weighed More Than a Classic Mini Cooper: Facts About a Retro Engine

GM Built a One-of-a-Kind V12 in the ’60s That Weighed More Than a Classic Mini Cooper: Facts About a Retro Engine

A giant truck engine: why the V12 Twin Six became a legend — and the surprising facts behind it

Iridium vs. Platinum Spark Plugs: What Sets Them Apart in Today’s Cars

Iridium vs. Platinum Spark Plugs: What Sets Them Apart in Today’s Cars

Iridium or platinum? The choice isn’t as obvious as it seems — and a few unexpected details can help you pick the right plugs for your engine.