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No, Premium Gas Doesn't Automatically Make Your Car Faster

Premium gasoline costs more than regular, but does that extra expense actually make your car faster? It's a common assumption among drivers, particularly those who own turbocharged vehicles or cars with sporty credentials. But the truth is a little more…

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Why Some Automatics Have More Gears Than Others

Automatic transmissions have changed dramatically over the past few decades. Not too long ago, four-speed and five-speed automatics were perfectly normal, but modern cars increasingly feature eight-, nine-, and even 10-speed gearboxes. While having more gears might sound like an…

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Your Brakes Doesn't Always Need A Mechanical Connection

For more than a century, pressing a car's brake pedal has relied on a relatively straightforward mechanical and hydraulic process. The driver's foot creates pressure that travels through the braking system, eventually forcing the brake pads against the discs to…

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Why America Is Obsessed With Building Giant Roadside Attractions

If you've ever taken a long road trip across America, you've probably encountered something that made you slow down and reach for your phone: a giant dinosaur, an enormous rocking chair, a massive fiberglass cowboy, or perhaps a building shaped…

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Why Some Cars Have Two Clutches Instead Of One

A dual-clutch transmission (DCT) might sound unnecessarily complicated, but having two clutches is exactly what makes it so quick. Found in everything from everyday Volkswagen models to high-performance Porsches, this clever gearbox can change gears incredibly quickly while keeping power…

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That Annoying Whistle In Your Car Could Be Coming From The Door

A quiet cabin is one of the things drivers expect from their cars, so hearing a high-pitched whistle every time they get up to highway speed can be frustrating. The sound might seem minor at first, but it can quickly…

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Electric Cars Have A Weight Problem. This Battery Design Could Help

Electric cars have one major disadvantage compared with their gas-powered counterparts: weight. Their large battery packs can add hundreds or even thousands of pounds, take up valuable space underneath the cabin, and require substantial supporting structures to protect them. Automakers…

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