Category: Cars
This Car Brand Has The Most Recalls In America
In one sense, a car recall is a good thing, even if it’s inconvenient for owners. It’s evidence that an automaker has identified a problem and has been pressured into doing something about it, which in turn helps make cars safer and more reliable than they would have otherwise been. Of course, most car owners…
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Why Blue Badges Disappeared From Toyota Hybrids
Toyota regularly weighs in as the world’s largest automaker by volume, and even if you aren’t sure what the Toyota name actually means or where its logo comes from, the company’s badge is easily one of the most recognizable ones in the world. However, if you’ve looked closely at the badge on certain Toyota models…
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What Happens When An Engine Derates? Here’s What You Should Know
If the diesel engine in your vehicle suddenly decides not to play ball and loses power, or is restricted to a certain speed, then it’s possible that the engine has been derated. While this is undoubtedly inconvenient, this is actually a feature of modern diesel engines that’s designed to protect them. Put simply, engine derating…
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The Ford Mustang Dark Horse’s Purported 500 HP Might Not Be What It Seems
While it may not be the most powerful or most exotic of the various modern Mustang performance variants, the Ford Mustang Dark Horse is a special kind of modern enthusiast car. With Chevrolet discontinuing the Camaro and Dodge getting rid of the Challenger in recent years, the Mustang GT has already established itself as the…
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The Old-School Dodge Stratus R/T Coupe Has A Bigger Fan Base Than You’d Think
The Dodge Stratus R/T was a sporty coupe that was discontinued in 2006 — over 20 years ago — due to its lack of sales. Mid-size vehicles were losing out to full-size sedans around that time (the 2007 sixth-generation Dodge Charger offered more power and more muscle), causing automakers to pivot. Since then, you probably…
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How Long Can A 3D-Printed Cylinder Head Last On A Running Engine?
3D printing, though still somewhat of a niche hobby, is growing in popularity. Much of that is thanks to its adoption in various industries. That includes the automotive world, as there are 3D-printed car accessories that are actually useful…. Check out the original article: [Slashgear] How Long Can A 3D-Printed Cylinder Head Last On A…
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Not The Ford F-150 Or RAM 1500 – This Truck Has The Highest 5-Year Depreciation
Five-year resale values for used cars and trucks increased between 2025 and 2026, with a recent study by iSeeCars finding that the average new vehicle will lose 41. 8% of its original value over that period. That’s 3…. Check out the original article: [Slashgear] Not The Ford F-150 Or RAM 1500 – This Truck Has…
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What’s The Difference Between Kelly And Goodyear Tires?
If you’re shopping for Kelly tires, you might be surprised to find yourself on the Goodyear site. No, this isn’t a fluke: Goodyear and Kelly have been sister brands since 1935. Today, Goodyear is the Tire & Rubber Company’s premium flagship brand…. Check out the original article: [Slashgear] What’s The Difference Between Kelly And Goodyear…
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Why Porsche Cars Tend To Be Extra Expensive To Maintain
Porsche has a reputation for being expensive. The luxury brand has many models that cost well over six figures, but the true cost of ownership includes maintenance and repairs as well. A recent study from Consumer Reports found that Porsche is one of the most expensive cars to own, costing an average of $4,950 in…
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What Actually Causes Gas Prices To Jump Overnight?
In March 2026, Americans saw the price of unleaded gasoline jump 11 cents overnight, the largest overnight increase since March 2022. How does the cost of gasoline increase so much so quickly? It has to do with the rapid increase in the price of crude oil, which is the unrefined oil that is then turned…
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