autoevolution

APRIL 27, 2025

It's late December 2005, you're home sick from school, and you just fired up Need for Speed: Most Wanted on your GameCube. Let's paint the scene for you. After thrashing around in the iconic E46 M3 GTR and blowing the engine after the first race, you're presented with a choice of four career mode starter vehicles.

Car

RepairSmith

JUNE 26, 2025

Many later-model engines receive an upgraded bearing, but pre-2005 cars often require retrofitting. IMS Bearing Failure One of the most serious concerns in the 996 is the design of the IMS (intermediate shaft) bearing located in the engine. If the bearing degrades, it can lead to catastrophic engine failure.

Check Engine Light

Jalopnik

JUNE 28, 2025

The long-running second-generation truck — in production for more than 15 years — reported for duty with a maximum towing capacity of 6,500 pounds in 2005. When the current, third-generation truck debuted in 2022, the Frontiers maximum tow rating was 6,720 pounds.

Trucking

Alex's Autohaus

JANUARY 31, 2025

Model Year Specifics: 2003-2005: 4.4L Model Year Specifics: 2003-2005: 4.4L Model Year Specifics: 2005-2009 TDV6 Diesel: Early timing chain wear leading to stretching and potential failure 2010-2013 5.0L Water intrusion into the battery tray area from faulty seals causing corrosion and electrical issues.

Oil Change

Eastwood

APRIL 13, 2025

I fell in love with a 2005 Range Rover (and bought it) because of its interior color. Once youve figured out the general vehicle youre considering, reach out to the communities that support that model for advice. Between Facebook groups, Reddit, and even old-school discussion forums, get educated before you buy.

Car

Autoshop Solutions

JUNE 13, 2025

Since 2005, we have been helping the automotive industry with custom-designed websites and internet marketing solutions. View this blog in action or visit. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel. Autoshop Solutions is an award-winning website design and internet marketing agency based in Apex, N.C.

Engineering

Jalopnik

JUNE 23, 2025

All Rights Reserved At $14,900, Would You Hold The Door For This 2005 Maserati Quattroporte? Latest News Reviews Brands Car Types Buying Culture Tech Beyond Cars Racing QOTD Features Newsletter Advertise Culture Nice Price or No Dice At $14,900, Would You Hold The Door For This 2005 Maserati Quattroporte? Thats a dry-sump, all-alloy 4.2-liter

Engineering

Jalopnik

JULY 3, 2025

That first space-frame chassis Atom had a Rover engine that produced 120 horsepower, but things started heating up with the 2005 Atom 2, which was offered with a supercharged Honda Civic Type R engine producing 275 horsepower.

Technical

Jalopnik

JUNE 18, 2025

All Rights Reserved At $6,495, Is This 2005 Pontiac Aztek Rally An Attractive Bargain? Latest News Reviews Brands Car Types Buying Culture Tech Beyond Cars Racing QOTD Features Newsletter Advertise Culture Nice Price or No Dice At $6,495, Is This 2005 Pontiac Aztek Rally An Attractive Bargain?

Media

Tire Review Magazine

MAY 21, 2025

Nokian Tyres later acquired the company in 2005. He began with a paper route at age 12 and took the opportunity in 1983 to lead a new tire wholesaler. He grew University Wholesalers into a $40 million business. Bob Hepp was known as a mentor a friend to many. These seminars became legendary for their depth and Bobs engaging teaching style.

Education

autoevolution

JUNE 23, 2025

Enter the 2003 to 2005 Dodge Neon. Back during the early 2000s, just about anything quirky and fun was good for the global automotive industry – including a no-frills, affordable compact sedan like the Dodge Neon acting as if the sports car world was also its rightful territory. continue reading. )

Automotive

Jalopnik

JUNE 27, 2025

Honda Civic Type R My favorite British car is the 2001-2005 Honda Civic Type R, made in Swindon. Submitted by: Agon Targeryan, Robert Vigil, Fly, Jon Preiser, Rory Hewitt A dad of a kid I went to preschool with daily drove one of these even through Massachusetts winters (I think it was a Jensen FF, actually).

Car

Tire Review Magazine

APRIL 22, 2025

Since 2005, Hana RFID has been involved in RFID tire traceability , enabling tracking from production to recycling. Hana Technologies (Hana RFID) announced it joined the Circular Rubber Platform. Hana RFID said this strengthens its commitment to sustainability in the tire and rubber industry through enhanced RFID tire traceability.

Management

AutoInc.

MARCH 10, 2025

He was ASE Technician of the Year in 1999, 2005, and 2009, and received the 2010 Al Valle Award from ASA-Michigan. Beyond ASA, Piippo’s contributions to the industry and his community have earned him multiple honors.

Automotive

Jalopnik

JUNE 11, 2025

While all of the cars for the road were built in 2004 and 2005, the car remained a successful motorsport campaign for the trident brand through 2010, and its easy to see why.

Car

Jalopnik

JUNE 30, 2025

While its F1 history is most famous for the disastrous 2005 United States Grand Prix where a Michelin tire crisis led to a comical six-car race the road course layout, however, still remains fully Grade 1 certified. The 2005 fiasco left a sour taste in everyones mouth.

Hospitality

Jalopnik

JULY 24, 2025

I regret owning my first car, a 2005 Saab 9-3 Cabriolet Logan K. I found (fell for) a too-good-to-be-true deal on Craigslist for a 2005 Saab 9-3 Cabriolet, and despite both of my parents saying it was a bad idea, dropped $5,000 on that blue-on-blue beauty. Long story short, I regret owning my 2005 Saab 9-3 Cabriolet.

Car

Jalopnik

JUNE 24, 2025

When you look at its specs—Ferrari-family motor, svelte Italian styling, and an interior swaddled in only the finest of dead cows and felled trees—yesterdays 2005 Maserati Quattroporte holds a lot of appeal. Lets figure out whether or not this time capsule is worth opening up.

Engineering

autoevolution

JUNE 16, 2025

The last time it was registered was 2005. Tom junior decided to surprise Tom senior on Father's Day. His dad has a truck that he hasn't driven in about 20 years. Then, he parked it in the garage and just left it there. Now, the time has come for the 1979 Dodge Ramcharger to come back into broad daylight.

IT

autoevolution

JULY 9, 2025

Horner, who has run Red Bull Racing since the team's debut in 2005 and played a significant part in its rise from midfield a. Team principal and CEO of Red Bull Racing, Christian Horner, has been fired, marking a seismic moment in the team's history. continue reading. )

IT

Auto Service World

JANUARY 30, 2024

According to Lang Marketing, the population of domestic nameplates, which peaked at 168 million in 2005, dropped by … The post Decline of domestics reshaping the aftermarket appeared first on Auto Service World. Once a dominant force on the road, the U.S.

Automotive

autoevolution

AUGUST 8, 2024

First of all, it's a 2005 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, which means that it pa. For a few good reasons, actually, so if you're interested in perhaps sprucing up your life with a nice Jeep Wrangler TJ, then keep on reading to find out what makes this one special and, more importantly, why it costs as much as a new JL. continue reading. )

IT

Autoblog: Car News

MAY 11, 2024

Filed under: Design/Style , Humor , Weird Car News , Honda , Automotive History , Sedan Continue reading Junkyard Gem: 2005 Honda Accord, Hello Kitty Edition Junkyard Gem: 2005 Honda Accord, Hello Kitty Edition originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 11 May 2024 12:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Automotive

autoevolution

JANUARY 18, 2024

From the 2005 model year, Ford gave the muscle car world a brand-new Mustang. The fifth generation built on the success of its predecessors, offering improved performance wrapped into a more eye-catching design. Sketched by the same man who was also responsible for the Edge, eleventh-gen Thunderbird, Prodi. continue reading. )

Car

autoevolution

JULY 9, 2025

Christian Horner has revealed the sudden decision to sack him as team principal of Red Bull Racing 'came as a shock' Horner, who joined Red Bull Racing in 2005. continue reading. )

autoevolution

APRIL 27, 2024

And that recognition is exactly what the sellers of a fully-loaded 2005 Ford GT are partially betting on as they hope to fetch up to $600,000 on the car that was once owned by the musician. But even these people can recognize the musician by his alias: Kid Rock. continue reading. )

Car

Humble Mechanic

NOVEMBER 20, 2015

Back in action talking about more failed parts. We are well into the series where we are talking about overall failures of the car, not just the specific parts. I think it’s a lot of fun to look back and remember all the issues a generation had. The car we are talking about today is […]

Car

Humble Mechanic

OCTOBER 20, 2015

Today we are back talking about more failed VW parts. We are going to look at the top 5 most common failures of MK4 Golf, Beetle and Jetta. I grouped the Golf, Beetle and Jetta together because they are on the same platform. Think of them as the same car, with a different body attached. […]

Car

Jalopnik

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

We talk about racing a lot here at Jalopnik , but one race never gets mentioned, and it’s one of the biggest travesties in the history of auto racing: the 2005 Piston Cup. The race between Lightning McQueen, Chick Hicks and The King was a complete farce — riddled with terrible sportsmanship and even worse officiating. Read more.

Car

Humble Mechanic

DECEMBER 6, 2016

This mostly applies to the 1998-2005 Passat, and very similar the 1999-2005 Golf, Beetle and Jetta. In this DIY and Drive video, I will show you how to remove a Volkswagen fuel pump. That is the B5, B5.5, and MK4 Volkswagens. This may apply to other VW and Audi cars as well. The car used in […]

Car

Humble Mechanic

NOVEMBER 29, 2016

This mostly applies to the 1998-2005 Passat, and very similar the 1999-2005 Golf, Beetle and Jetta. In this DIY and Drive video, I will show you how to remove a Volkswagen front seat. That is the B5, B5.5, and MK4 Volkswagens. This may apply to other VW and Audi cars as well Help Support The Show Many […]

Car

Jalopnik

MARCH 21, 2025

Fortunately for those among us who identify as high mile-a-phobes, today's 2005 BMW 330i sports a modest 90,650 miles on its digital odometer.

IT

autoevolution

DECEMBER 16, 2023

Ten years ago, I felt like kids no longer cared about cars. But that is different today. More and more youngsters are interested in getting cool vehicles from 20 years ago, and I'm especially aware of this phenomenon regarding the Mazda RX-8. The same is happening with Hot Wheels ( continue reading. )

Car

Jalopnik

APRIL 16, 2025

This 2005 Audi S4 Avant Quattro spins all 4 wheels. That's important since, from the factory, it was given 339 horsepower and 302 lb-ft of torque to play with.

IT

Jalopnik

APRIL 11, 2024

It was during this heady time that the Morris Minor, a beloved British classic, was nearly revived when its manufacturer was sold off in 2005. From the fifth-generation Ford Mustang to the Chevrolet SSR , the 2000s was a decade when automakers were fully willing to make a splash with new retro-styled models. Autocar… Read more.

Manufacturing

The Volvo Specialists

FEBRUARY 10, 2015

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Engineering

Vehicle Service Pros

JULY 9, 2024

Richard Morgan demonstrates the proper alternator replacement with the help of Duralast.