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Is Synthetic Oil Really Better for Your Car?

Engineering Explained recently broken down several reasons that synthetic oil is superior to conventional motor oil. You can check out the reasons below, but we’ll also go over a couple of reasons why synthetic oil is worth it. Conventional Oil Conventional motor oil is composed of a refined form of crude oil, created by exposing …

Which Performance Tire Is Best?

In order to give their sport-tuned cars the best handling possible on the road or track, many car enthusiasts choose to equip their vehicles with UHP, or Ultra High Performance, tires. Like the supercharged engines and finely engineered suspension systems that are hallmarks of sports cars, UHP tires are designed to provide drivers with the …
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Hyundai Confirms Santa Cruz Pickup Truck Coming Soon

The South Korean car manufacturer Hyundai has been working on a new type of crossover vehicle for more than five years and many have been wondering if the concept pickup truck will ever hit U.S. shores. But Hyundai is determined to deliver as promised, and recently, reassured all of us that the long-awaited arrival of …

Dodge May Build a Hybrid Charger and Challenger

On paper, Dodge’s Charger and Challenger look outdated. However, that doesn’t mean either car is going away anytime soon. But FCA has been forced to focus on government fuel efficiency requirements that are getting stricter. So, how can the high-performance powertrains live on despite the evolving rules? Every signal currently points towards the likelihood of …
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How Are Brake Pads Made?

Along with tires, brakes are a vital part of your car's safety that you use every day. Here's what you need to know about how brake pads are made.
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Ten Most American-Made Cars of 2019

As concerns linger over the possibility of increased auto tariffs, consumers are becoming more aware of what exactly “made in the USA” means. Gone are the days when we just assumed that our car was manufactured and assembled in Detroit. Outsourcing, for a multitude of economic reasons, gradually became the norm, and even the most educated …

Five Best New Cars for Recent College Grads

Recent college grads need a reliable vehicle with enough space to contain the family they are likely to have within the next eight years. The following five cars have room for family, visual appeal worthy of pride, and enough additional tech to keep up confidence in having something nice to care for. Volkswagen Jetta SE …
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Seven Awesome Classic Car Shows

Classic car shows still excite a lot of people. Car lovers from all walks of life flock these shows to some of the most beautiful cars ever built. But if you’re trying to pick one to visit, it can be hard to decide. Ideally, you’d be able to attend more, but according to Napa Know …

The Hidden Risks of Buying a Former Rental Car

Eventually, we all need a new car. When that day arrives, most people only consider buying new, buying used or leasing. Another option that has grown increasingly popular, however, is purchasing former rental cars. With this option, several concerns immediately come to mind. The cars usually have more miles on them than others of the …
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Incredible American Military Vehicles Used in WWII

The World War II era was filled with new developments across many industries, and the United States Military reached an all-time high level of sophistication. New types of vehicles, weapons, and other defense tactics were developed and integrated into the United States military’s arsenal, and many continue to be used today. World War II saw …