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Why Do Worn Out Brakes Make a High-Pitched Squeal?

Have you ever noticed your brakes making that dreadful, high-pitched squealing noise and wondered why it was there? For the driver that has a general understanding of car maintenance, you may know that this noise indicates that your brake pads are nearing the end of their useful life. There can actually be several reasons why …
by Gabrielle DeSantis
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Going Electric? Buy These Years of the Nissan Leaf

Buying an electric car can be stressful, and even the idea sounds expensive — but that doesn’t mean it has to be either of those things. The Nissan Leaf isn’t the newest or most exciting electric vehicle to hit the market, and it may not have the crazy performance of other EV sedans like the …
by Gabrielle DeSantis
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Is Investing in a Radar Detector Worth It?

From new windshield wipers to extra power outlets, there are plenty of accessories available to make life easier for motorists. And if you’re planning a road trip, one common recommendation is a police radar detector. Anyone with a history of speeding tickets would likely consider it a must-have. But is it an accessory worth buying? …
by Matthew Skwarczek
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Reimagined $2 Million Porsche 959 Makes 800 HP and Tops Out at 230 MPH

The Porsche 959 debuted in the 1980s and still remains one of the most important supercars ever made. Since some of these Porsche models have been on the road for over 35 years, some owners opt to restore and upgrade their cars. This is where Canepa Motorsports steps in with its “Reimagined” program. According to …
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The 2021 Lincoln Navigator Black Label Has ‘Old-School’ Luxury

The Lincoln Navigator is undeniably one of the big players in the luxury SUV segment. With its top-tier Black Label model, the Navigator has found a way to stand out from the competition. In fact, MotorTrend recently compared four of the top full-size luxury SUVs, including the Lincoln Navigator Black Label. So how does it …
by Tina Pavlik
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If Synthetic Fuel Is Clean As Electric Isn’t That A Simpler Solution?

The internal combustion engine has been in service in one form or another for well over 100 years. Anyway, for something so entrenched in our daily lives many are having a hard time with the electrification zeitgeist happening before our eyes. Now Porsche is putting huge amounts of capital behind developing synthetic fuel which it …
by Thom Taylor
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A red 2021 Tesla Model S travels on a two-lane highway in the mountains overlooking a body of water at sunset
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Don’t Lease a Tesla. Buy It!

Tesla makes some pretty awesome vehicles. After all, what other automaker has a whole lineup of all-electric vehicles that can go from 0 to 60 mph in five seconds or less while getting the same commuting range as your average compact car? No one, right. You can’t go wrong with any Tesla you choose. However, …
by Joe Santos
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The 2021 Toyota Sienna Is the Weakest Minivan You Could Buy

Let’s state the obvious: Minivans aren’t that popular anymore. They don’t get much attention from critics, and you won’t see many (or any) commercials or social media posts. Yet minivans persevere. And the Toyota Sienna is one of them. Toyota has decided to try something new to make the Sienna more relevant. On some levels, …
by Savannah Keaton
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Oshkosh is Making the New USPS Trucks Look Weird

The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) is finally getting some new trucks. However, the new mail trucks are about to look pretty strange compared to the old ones. While the old USPS trucks look like classic milk or tiny ice cream trucks, they’re about to become freakishly futuristic.  Oshkosh is designing weird USPS trucks  Alright, so …
by Allison Barfield
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Ignore Your Check Engine Light? You’re Definitely Not Alone

Do you panic when your check engine light pops on? Or are you the other type that ignores it until the light burns itself out? Believe it or not, if you’re in the second group you’re definitely not alone. That’s because a survey was recently conducted of 1,239 US drivers to find out how they …
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Why Do I Keep Getting Calls About a Recall for My Car?

Do you keep getting random calls regarding a recall for your car? If so, then you’re probably tired of constantly seeing that random number pop up on your caller ID, followed by a random voicemail from someone trying to get you to call them back about a recall. Don’t fall for it, it’s a scam. …
by Joe Santos
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How Fast Can a Honda Insight Go With a Lawn Mower Engine?

The Honda Insight was the first hybrid car brought to the U.S. market way back in 1999. Back then, the Insight was a two-seat, egg-shaped car that emphasized gas mileage and aerodynamics over comfort and it showed, considering the car weighed less than 2,000 pounds. Despite its efficiency, the Insight isn’t that great of a …
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How do Slotted Rotors Actually Improve Braking Performance?

If you’re a fan of sports cars, or maybe even own one yourself, chances are you recognize that upgraded rotors are important — even if you may not realize why. Having slotted rotors is also an upgrade that you can do to many cars, but if you don’t understand what about these altered rotors gives …
by Gabrielle DeSantis
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The Fastest ATV Options Straight From the Factory

If you’ve ever ridden an ATV, you know how fun a quad can be. Time on the trails riding an ATV or four-wheeler is an activity that’s fun for everyone. There are serious competitions, too, like TT flat track races and GNCC cross-country competitions. Whether we are riding for fun or competitively, for some people …
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