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. The Porsche 911 996 generation introduced water-cooled engines for the first time, a highly controversial move among enthusiasts, but also brought with it many updated systems. Simply book a time, and our certified technicians come to you.

Check Engine Light

Autoshop Solutions

JUNE 13, 2025

Why It’s Important to Your Auto Repair Shop The Future of Getting Found Online As an auto repair shop owner, think about how your customers search for your shop or the services you offer online. Chances are, they are asking AI tools like ChatGPT or Google’s new AI-powered search. Whether it’s “Why is my check engine light on?

Engineering

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. In fact, all trims and configurations come with that rating for 2025. Of course, theres more to a trucks pulling potential than its tow rating. A naturally aspirated 3.8-liter

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 Known for their luxurious and spacious interiors, impressive off-road capabilities, and smooth ride.

Oil Change

Eastwood

APRIL 13, 2025

I fell in love with a 2005 Range Rover (and bought it) because of its interior color. Over the last 30 years, Ive acquired several vehicles for different reasons and with different expectations. And while Ive generally seen the projects to completion with favorable results, it hasnt been without challenges.

Car

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. liter inline-4 from Honda that produces, drumroll please, 525 horsepower and 406 pound-feet of torque.

Technical

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?

Engineering

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. Tire industry pioneer Robert George Hepp died May 2 , surrounded by his family, after a 40-year tire career. Bob Hepp retired in 2018. Nokian Tyres credits his career as vital to its growth in North America. In 1983, he moved to Vermont and opened University Wholesalers.

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

The Austin Seven standardized where your feet went in a car being the first mass produced car to have Clutch,brake, gas like a modern car. It was the basis for a ton of spin offs of sports cars, tiny pickups etc. Licensed copies were behind the first Datsuns. There is a quasi link to Jeep, I think. Submitted by: hoser68 How can you not love these?

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. During their travels, they plan to connect with industry peers and ASA friends like Diane Larson and Pete Rudloff.

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. 40 wins from 94 races is a pretty slick batting average. 40 wins from 94 races is a pretty slick batting average. I could sit and watch it all day.

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. The Brickyard. The crown jewel of the IndyCar calendar.

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

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

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

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

autoevolution

APRIL 15, 2024

1953 was a transition year for motoring America, and perhaps nothing represents it better than the Corvette. The new Chevrolet was not just an upheaval against sportscar imports from across the oceans but the signal of a revolution.

IT

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

It is a 2005 model that has been in the possession of the same person since 2007. Although the Chrysler Crossfire does not get much love these days, we think the example pictured below is worth a moment of your time. Since its owner is obviously a fan of this ride, they took great care of it over t. continue reading. )

IT

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

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

autoevolution

DECEMBER 22, 2023

They've passed the test of time, failed many times, but always rose to the occasion. The more I learn about Mattel, the more impressive I find its story. The diecast manufacturer has introduced hundreds if not thousands, of different series since its inception over 50 years ago. continue reading. )

Manufacturing

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

Humble Mechanic

MARCH 17, 2015

This part came out of a 2005 B5.5 Today we are looking at more failed Volkswagen parts. This is the failure of the TDI Balance Shaft Module. Passat TDI. This is not an extremely common failure, but it can be very expensive to fix. You may also hear this referred to as the Oil Pump […]

IT

autoevolution

JULY 5, 2024

Here's an interesting ride you probably forgot about: the Chrysler Crossfire. And if this copy has caught your attention, you should know that it is worth taking a closer look at it, as it has been with the same owner since 2007, who took good care of it. continue reading. )

IT

autoevolution

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

This is the moment when a 2005 pickup truck becomes a barn find. People don't take care of their cars as much as they used to. This monster truck right here is a 19-year-old Chevrolet 2500 HD that has been stuck in the same place for 12 years. They call it "the biggest barn find." " It sure is in. " It sure is in.

Trucking

autoevolution

AUGUST 23, 2024

The Cadillac DeVille series was produced from model years 1959 to 2005. And not only is the company's second longest-running nameplate (the Eldorado was sold for 49 years), but it's also among the 20 longest-produced American automobiles. But did you know that the DeVille actually came to be ten years before its debut as a st.

Automobile

1A Auto

MARCH 2, 2023

A 2005 to 2010 Dodge Dakota with problems like squeaking from the front end is common. Common 3rd Gen Dodge Dakota Problems: Years 2005 to 2010 1. Here’s the top 5 problems owners may find with the 3rd generation Dakota. This can cause an issue with the truck’s alignment, which can feather or chop the tires.

Trucking

autoevolution

DECEMBER 19, 2023

It's not super often that we find a custom car that leaves us completely speechless. Yeah, that is indeed too small for a classic Mustang. Underneath, it isn't even a Ford product. continue reading. )

Car

autoevolution

DECEMBER 20, 2023

If you’re in the market for an Italian exotic of the semi-classic nature, they really don’t get much sweeter than the Ferrari 550 Maranello and every single other model that was derived from it. This includes the 550 Barchetta Pininfarina, 575M Maranello and this, the 575 Superamerica. It’s the car that sort of ignited Fer.

Car

autoevolution

JUNE 21, 2024

Though undeniably gorgeous, the eleventh-gen Thunderbird fell short of reaching its potential, and it made little sense to buy one when it was new. These days, however, a used example in great shape is affordable enough to convince you to ignore its shortcomings. Introduced in the fall of 1954 as a 1955 model, ( continue reading. )

Used Cars