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What Is Horsepower? Here’s What It Means
A 200-horsepower sedan. A 400-hp sports car. A 700-hp muscle car. Horsepower is one of the first numbers people look at when comparing cars. More horsepower usually sounds better, but what does the term actually mean? The answer is simpler…
Hyundai Mid-Size Pickup Truck: Everything We Know
The Santa Cruz might not have been a strong seller for Hyundai, but that doesn’t mean the company is giving up on trucks entirely. Hyundai has already confirmed something bigger and brawnier than the Santa Cruz: a proper body-on-frame pickup…
Is Premium Gas Actually Better?
Walk up to almost any gas pump and premium gasoline seems like the obvious upgrade. It's more expensive, has a higher octane rating, and the word "premium" makes it sound like the automotive equivalent of ordering the most expensive steak…
Why Do Cars Have Hidden Door Handles?
Ever looked at a four-door car and wondered where the rear door handles went? Well, they’re often hiding in plain sight. From the Alfa Romeo 156 to modern SUVs and hatchbacks, automakers have tucked rear door handles into the window…
Can You Actually Drive On A Flat Tire?
A flat tire usually means one thing: stop driving! But there's an important exception. If your vehicle is equipped with run-flat tires, a loss of air pressure doesn't necessarily mean you're stranded on the side of the road. Thanks to…
How Often Should You Actually Change Your Oil?
For years, "every 3,000 miles" was practically treated as automotive law. But if you’re still marking 3,000-mile intervals on your calendar, you may be changing your oil far more often than your car’s engine actually needs. Modern engines, lubricants, and…
Every New Supercar, Hypercar, And Concept
It’s that time of year again, folks—Monterey Car Week is here. The first major events officially kick off Wednesday, August 12, with festivities continuing throughout the weekend. As expected, automakers and low-volume manufacturers alike are already descending on Monterey with…