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Horsepower has entered a different era. A decade ago, crossing 1,000 horsepower was largely reserved for a small group of exotic hypercars. Today, electric motors and hybrid systems have pushed that figure into territory once…

Oil pump problems can be among the most serious mechanical faults an engine can develop because the pump is responsible for maintaining the oil pressure needed to protect moving internal components. A failure can sometimes…

A modern electric vehicle can be more than transportation when the power goes out. With bidirectional charging, some EVs can send stored battery energy back into a properly equipped home, turning a parked vehicle into…

J.D. Power’s 2026 APEAL Study shows that new-car satisfaction is becoming less about a single headline feature and more about how a vehicle feels to live with every day. The study recorded an industry average…

Buying an electric car can reduce fuel and maintenance costs, but depreciation can have a major effect on its long-term value. Some EVs lose far more money than others during the first five years of…

Reaching 250,000 miles is a serious test of automotive durability, maintenance, engineering, and owner care. For U.S. drivers planning to keep a sedan for many years, some models have a much stronger record of surviving…

Ever been surprised by a service bill just weeks after buying a new car? You’re not alone. Some automakers quietly cover your oil changes, tire rotations, and inspections for the first few years. Others hand…

Car interiors have changed dramatically over the decades. Features that once seemed futuristic, such as digital displays, electronic controls, unusual seating layouts, and advanced driver information systems, eventually became familiar parts of everyday vehicles. Some…

Car design often travels across borders, and successful shapes can inspire rivals, imitators, and later generations. In some cases, the resemblance is simply a result of shared trends. In others, the connection is much harder…

A pickup can look tough on a showroom floor, but the real test comes years later. Some trucks remain with their original owners well past the 15-year mark, still handling commutes, jobs, family duties, and…

Military vehicles have long attracted collectors, off-road enthusiasts, historians, and people who simply appreciate unusual machinery. In the United States, civilians can legally purchase certain former military vehicles, provided the vehicle has been properly demilitarized…

Remember when a supercar cost about the same as a nice house? Those days are long gone. Automakers keep launching new generations with price tags that make the old ones look like bargains. Sometimes the…

Police cars are usually built for practicality, reliability, equipment, and long hours on the road. Yet some police departments have used vehicles that look far removed from the familiar patrol sedan or SUV. From a…

Cars built for popes are rarely ordinary vehicles. They are created to balance visibility, security, comfort, ceremony, and practical travel during major public appearances. Over the decades, manufacturers in the United States and elsewhere have…

Some cars are redesigned every few years, but a rare group managed to stay recognizable for generations. Their makers kept refining engines, brakes, interiors, safety equipment, and other mechanical parts while preserving the basic shape…

Let me ask you something. Which state do you think has the most bridges rated in poor condition? If California or Texas came to mind, you would not be alone. The answer, however, might surprise…

EPA range figures give shoppers a useful benchmark, but real-world testing can sometimes produce a surprising result. Edmunds’ EV Range Test has found several electric vehicles traveling substantially farther than their official EPA estimates under…