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What Actually Happens When An Auto Parts Store Scans Your Car?

That free check engine light scan can tell you a lot about what your car's computer has detected, but it doesn't necessarily tell you which part needs replacing. When a warning light appears on the dashboard, plenty of drivers head…

Why Naturally Aspirated Engines Feel So Different From Turbocharged Ones

Enthusiasts talk about naturally or normally aspirated engines with almost the same reverence reserved for manual transmissions, rear-wheel drive, and high-revving V8s. But what does the term actually mean? Despite sounding complicated, the basic idea is surprisingly simple. A naturally…

Back To The Future Made DeLorean Famous. So Why Did The Company Fail?

The DeLorean DMC-12 became one of the most recognizable cars in the world after it starred in the Back to the Future movies, but the company behind it disappeared almost as quickly as it arrived. Company founder John DeLorean's dream…

Mitsubishi Needs The Montero Back In America. Now More Than Ever

Mitsubishi just pulled back the wraps on a brand-new Pajero. The latest version of the brand’s flagship SUV looks great, and the specs (on paper) suggest a tough truck ready to tackle all kinds of terrain. You've got a body-on-frame…

Why The Batmobile Always Looks Different In Every Batman Movie

Batman has had plenty of memorable gadgets over the years, but none is more recognizable than the Batmobile. And yet, there's one strange thing about Batman's most famous vehicle: it almost never stays the same. Michael Keaton's Batmobile was a…

Did You Know: AutoZone Will Loan You Tools For Free

There are plenty of reasons to visit AutoZone when you're working on your car, but one of the most useful is a service many DIYers still don't know about: Loan-A-Tool. The program lets customers borrow specialty automotive tools without ultimately…

You're Not Imagining It: Car Grilles Are Getting Bigger

There's a strange contradiction happening at the front of modern cars. Engines are getting more efficient, electric vehicles need less cooling than traditional gas-powered cars, and aerodynamics are more important than ever. Yet somehow, the grilles keep getting bigger. From…