Winter separates trucks that are merely powerful from those engineered to keep working when temperatures fall hard. Cold weather affects engine oil, diesel fuel, battery output, starter speed, and the amount of heat available for…
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Mark Jacob covers the business, strategy, and innovation driving the auto industry forward. At Dax Street, he dives into market trends, brand moves, and the future of mobility with a sharp analytical edge. From EV rollouts to legacy automaker pivots, Mark breaks down complex shifts in a way that’s accessible and insightful.
10 Best Spark Plug Brands – Ranked
A spark plug looks simple, but the small component inside an engine has an enormous job. Every time the ignition system fires, the plug must create a reliable spark under pressure, heat, and vibration while…
BMW’s Next Generation Could Change What We Expect From a Luxury Car
The luxury-car industry is entering a major period of change. Cars are becoming increasingly intelligent, electric, connected, and software-driven. Large displays, artificial intelligence, advanced driver assistance, over-the-air updates, and sophisticated electronic systems are becoming just…
Stellantis Unveils New Ram ProMaster EV and Next-Generation Commercial Van Strategy
Stellantis is expanding its commercial-vehicle strategy with a stronger focus on electrification, fleet software, and new-generation vans, giving the Ram brand a larger role in the company’s North American commercial EV plans. The strategy was…
10 Car Repairs That Need Factory Scan Tools
Modern cars are packed with computers that control everything from engine operation to braking, steering, airbags, and driver-assistance systems. A basic code reader can reveal a fault, but some repairs require much deeper access to…
Top 10 Longest Lasting Car Waxes Ever Tested
A great car wax should do more than make paint look glossy for a few days. Its real value appears weeks or months later, when washing, sunlight, rain, and road contamination begin testing the protective…
10 Bad Charging Habits That Can Damage Your Car Battery
Modern vehicle batteries are designed to last, but charging behavior can influence how quickly they lose usable capacity. This is especially important for electric vehicles, whose large lithium-ion battery packs are expensive and rely on…
Europe’s Biggest Truckmakers Ask EU to Delay 2030 CO2 Targets by Three Years
Europe’s leading truck manufacturers are asking the European Union to delay compliance with its 2030 heavy-duty vehicle CO₂ targets by three years, arguing that the market and infrastructure needed for a rapid shift to zero-emission…
Waymo Expands Robotaxi Service to Las Vegas With Public Rides
Waymo has officially brought its autonomous ride-hailing service to Las Vegas, giving the Alphabet-owned company its first commercial robotaxi operation in Nevada. Public riders can now request fully autonomous trips in parts of the city,…
Pony.ai Unveils Level 4 Robotruck in Germany as It Targets European Expansion
Pony.ai is taking its autonomous-driving technology into the European heavy-truck market with a new Level 4 electric robotruck unveiled at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hanover, Germany. Developed with GAC Commercial Vehicle, the new heavy-duty truck…
8 Ways to Get Water Spots Off Glass for Good
Water spots on automotive glass are more than an annoying cosmetic problem. They are usually mineral deposits left behind after water evaporates, with calcium and magnesium among the common contributors. Fresh deposits can often be…
10 Ways to Remove Swirl Marks from Car Without a Machine
Swirl marks are among the most frustrating paint defects because they can make a clean car look dull under direct sunlight. They are usually fine scratches in the clear coat, often created by washing, drying,…
8 Parts You Should Never Buy Used
Buying used parts can save a surprising amount of money, but the cheapest component is not always the smartest purchase. Some automotive parts wear internally, lose their safety performance with age, or can hide previous…
10 Automatic Transmissions That Just Keep Shifting
Automatic transmissions have changed dramatically over the decades, but some have developed reputations for surviving the kind of mileage that makes other gearboxes nervous. The best examples are not necessarily the newest or most technologically…
Kia PV5 Electric Van Surpasses 50,000 Global Sales in Just 13 Months
Kia’s first dedicated purpose-built vehicle is gaining momentum faster than expected, with the PV5 electric van surpassing 50,000 cumulative global sales just 13 months after its launch. The milestone gives Kia an early indication that…
Stellantis Agrees to Sell Brampton Assembly Plant as Canadian Auto Strategy Shifts
Stellantis has signed a memorandum of understanding with Canadian armored-vehicle manufacturer Roshel for the potential sale of its idled Brampton Assembly Plant in Ontario, marking a dramatic change in the future of a facility that…
10 Cars Rental Fleets Stopped Buying And Why
Rental fleets are built around a different calculation than private ownership. A rental company needs vehicles that can be purchased economically, survive heavy use, attract customers, and retain enough resale value when they leave service.…
10 Best SUVs for Denver’s High Altitude and Snow
Denver presents a demanding combination for an SUV. At roughly 5,280 feet above sea level, the city sits high enough for thinner air to affect naturally aspirated engine performance, while winter can bring snow, ice,…
10 Cars Where a Headlight Assembly Costs 2000 Dollars
A headlight used to be a relatively simple replacement item, but modern vehicles have turned it into a sophisticated electronic component. LED modules, adaptive lighting hardware, integrated control units, and complex internal optics can make…
10 Vehicles Ready for America’s Toughest Mail Routes
Rural mail routes can turn an ordinary commute into a demanding daily job. A carrier may spend hours behind the wheel, repeatedly stopping, pulling onto unpaved shoulders, dealing with snow or rain, and carrying hundreds…
10 Car Products That Actually Remove a Scratch
Not every product marketed as a scratch remover actually removes a scratch. Some simply fill the mark temporarily, add gloss, or hide it beneath wax. The useful products are the ones matched to the depth…
10 American Cars That Sell Better Overseas Than Home
American automakers have created some vehicles that make far more sense to buyers outside the United States than their domestic sales suggest. The reasons are often unexpected. A compact Jeep can become a major seller…
8 Car Parts Cheaper Abroad Than at a US Dealer
A part’s country of origin can have a surprising effect on what a U.S. owner pays for it. The difference is not always caused by the component itself. Dealer pricing can include distribution, inventory, labor,…
8 Car Modifications That Add Real Resale Value
Most aftermarket modifications do not automatically increase a car’s resale price. In fact, Edmunds warns that many customizations can reduce trade-in value because dealers may need to return the vehicle to stock before retailing it.…
10 Cars Where a Hybrid Inverter Costs 4000 Dollars
Hybrid cars are often praised for saving money at the gas pump, but one expensive electronic component can change that calculation very quickly. The hybrid inverter is responsible for managing high-voltage electrical power between the…
10 Best Vehicles for New Orleans Flood Risk
New Orleans presents a particularly difficult environment for drivers because flooding can develop from intense rainfall, tropical storms, storm surge, and drainage limitations. The City of New Orleans notes that much of the city is…
Lynk & Co Names Volvo Cars Its Exclusive European Distributor From 2027
Lynk & Co. is restructuring the way it sells vehicles in Europe, with Volvo Cars set to become the brand’s exclusive distributor across the region from January 2027. The agreement gives Lynk & Co access…
GM CEO Mary Barra Reaffirms Electric Vehicles as the Company’s Long-Term Future
General Motors CEO Mary Barra has reaffirmed that electric vehicles remain the company’s long-term direction, even as the U.S. transition to battery-powered transportation has progressed more slowly than automakers once expected. Speaking with Fortune, Barra…
5 Tire Brands Worth the Money vs 5 That Are Not
Tires are among the most important purchases a driver makes because they directly affect braking, cornering, ride quality, fuel economy, and wet-weather control. Yet price alone does not determine whether a tire is a smart…
Should You Buy a Canadian-Market Used Car? Explained
A used car that spent its life in Canada can look like a bargain when it appears on a dealer’s lot elsewhere. The price may be lower than comparable examples, the equipment can be attractive,…