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Turbocharger Service: Don’t Just Replace, Diagnose

Brake & Front End

Back in the 80s, turbochargers were all the rage, but they had a pretty short lifespan sometimes only lasting about 40,000 miles. By the early 90s, many automakers ditched them. But rather than becoming forgotten technology, turbos have returned in a big way. Today, nearly 25% of new cars have turbochargers, and that number will likely jump to more than 50% in the next few years.

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Owner Uncovers a Truly Rare 1968 Ford Mustang GT/CS, 1 of 54 "Shelby-Ized" Cars

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Every diehard Mustang fanboy heard about the California Special. Often referred to as the GT/CS, which stands for GT/ California Special, the car was born out of a desire to build a unique Mustang to convince more people to buy Ford's iconic model. ( continue reading.

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Here's What That 'Oil Filter' On A Model Y Actually Does

Jalopnik

You might be surprised to learn that the Tesla Model Y actually comes equipped with an oil filter. Here's what that filter really does for your EV.

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Man Buys New 2025 Ford F-150 Raptor R for $114,320, Drives 476 Miles, Sells for $138,000

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This 2025 Ford F-150 Raptor R SuperCrew pickup truck features an Agate Black Metallic exterior with Code Orange graphics and just 476 miles on the clock. It recently sold at auction for $138,000, which is a great haul considering how it cost $114,320 when new. That was the official MSRP, at least. Otherwise, you just never know with some dealerships.

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Which GM 5.3 Vortec Years Have The Most Issues?

Jalopnik

General Motors' Vortec engine has powered some of the best cars GM ever made, but it's not without its problems. Which years present the most issues?

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New Pontiac Firebird Packs a V12, Ferrari Goodies Give Haters a Few CGI Reasons To Live

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Pontiac’s most famous contribution to the world of motoring is a title disputed by the GTO and the Firebird (particularly the Trans Am), and there’s hardly any objective settlement for this debate. While the muscle car came and went within the span of a decade, the pony endured for three-and-a-half decades. What if it came back? Back in the sixties, Pontiac was a strong, reputable name in the world of making high-perfo. ( continue reading.

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Why Do Some Modern Engines Really Need Premium Gas?

Jalopnik

We all tend to steer clear of the most expensive gasoline option at the gas station. However, there is a valid reason why some modern engines do need it.

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Why Those Little Blue Dots On Motorcycle Taillights Could Mean Trouble With The Law

Jalopnik

They may seem pretty harmless, but those little blue dots on motorcycle taillights could get you in trouble with law enforcement. Here's why.

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Waze Is Better Than Google Maps, and These Screenshots Prove It

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You'd think that choosing the better app between Google Maps and Waze is easy, but Google seems more committed than ever to making this decision as difficult as possible. The company is working around the clock on improving Google Maps, and considering Waze is here to stay, as Google still has no plans to discontinue it, the search giant's long-term strategy includes both navigation apps.

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How To Really Tell The Difference Between An SUV, A Crossover And A Hatchback

Jalopnik

We're here to answer all your burning questions about what really separates a "true" SUV from a crossover or hatchback.

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One-Owner, 21k-Mile 2004 Corvette Z06 With Rust All Over the Body Is a YouTube Giveaway

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The car will handle the road. The car was made to handle high speeds.’ The sole owner of a 2004 Corvette Z06 should know what he’s talking about; he took it up to about 150 mph. But that was many years ago when his overcrowded work schedule allowed him to enjoy his toy. It was the abuse he put himself through that eventually forced him to park the car for good; his health didn’t let him ride in it anymore.

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Why Don't We Have Supersonic Commercial Planes Anymore?

Jalopnik

Supersonic commercial flights were once the fastest way to fly, but Concorde jets have been out of service for more than two decades now. What happened?

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Tuned McLaren 765LT Drag Races Lamborghini Revuelto, Both Are Stupidly Fast

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Brooks Weisblat of DragTimes is back at the Bradenton Motorsports Park in Florida. On this occasion, his Lamborghini Revuelto has to prove itself against a much rarer and lighter machine, namely the McLaren 765LT. The British supercar isn't stock, though it does run the factory turbos. According to Weisblat, the contender boasts a tune, downpipes, and a less restrictive exhaust.

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These Classic Cars Were Hot, Now Prices Have Taken A Hit. Is It Time To Buy?

Jalopnik

When car prices go down, it's bad news for whoever currently owns them, but good news for those who want to buy. These six classics might be ripe for picking.

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Panther Trademark Filed by GM, Could It Be Related to the Camaro?

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The largest automaker of the Detroit Big Three has recently filed a rather interesting trademark with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Said trademark is Panther, which references the internal codename of the first-generation Chevrolet Camaro. Not to be confused with the Ford Panther body-on-frame platform that underpinned the good ol' Crown Victoria, the Camaro's internal codename was previously trademarked in 2023. ( continue reading.

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Is Paintless Dent Repair an Option for Your Car?

Miracle Body and Paint

Ugly dents and dings can significantly detract from your car’s appearance, but restoring its good looks doesn’t necessarily require a lengthy and expensive visit to an []

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Someone Bought a Chevy Silverado in 2018 for $44,000, Sells Fore More Than MSRP in 2025

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A 2018 Chevrolet Silverado with 800 horsepower is something that you don't see every day. The model is powered by a custom-built V8 engine and is a rare build. Only 25 like it saw the light of day that year. Yes, you read that right. 800 horsepower and 750 pound-feet of torque, coming out of a custom-built 6.8-liter supercharged LT1 V8 with forged internals and working alongside a supercharger, put this 2018 Chevrolet Yenko/SC Silve. ( continue reading.

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Riding On The Goodyear Blimp Over The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Is The Most Surreal Thing I've Ever Done

Jalopnik

If you ever get a chance to go up in one of Goodyear's four semi-rigid dirigibles, absolutely do it. Even if you're afraid of heights. It kicks ass.

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Owner Believes This 1968 LeMans Left To Rot Outside Is So Good It'll Sell Itself. It's Not

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The GTO was already the Pontiac model that everybody loved, but the LeMans continued to sell in bigger numbers in 1968. The GM brand shipped over 136,000 LeMans units this year, compared to approximately 87K GTOs, which was available in 1968 as a stand-alone series. The two-door hardtop was the most commonly ordered version of the LeMans, with. ( continue reading.

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Why Did The U.S. Air Force Cancel The F-22 Raptor?

Jalopnik

The F-22 Raptor was a marvelous piece of engineering, and far superior to anything else in the air. So why did the Air Force cancel its production?

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Formula 1: Winners and Losers From the 2025 Spanish Grand Prix

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Back to reality in Barcelona, as Oscar Piastri once again dominated proceedings to win Sunday's Spanish Grand Prix at Barcelona. Lando Norris secured another McLaren 1-2 with second, while Charles Leclerc was back on the podium, finishing third, ah. ( continue reading.

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What To Expect From The New Toyota Land Cruiser's Reliability

Jalopnik

Toyotas are notorious for being reliable vehicles. However, what about when there have been a few years between generations? Will the new model hold strong?

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This Is the Insane Mustang Ford Is Taking to Pikes Peak, Wing Is Visible From the Moon

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Ford showed the insane machinery that it is taking uphill at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb this year. It is the Super Mustang Mach-E, which confirms that the brand is still pushing toward an electric lineup on the road as much as on the track. The Super Mustang Mach-E will have to take on the 12-mile (19-kilometer) mountain road. The route will put the electric performance car against 156 turns up to an elevation of 14,115 feet. ( continue reading.

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You Can't Experience Buc-Ee's For The First Time Again, But You Can Always Take Someone Who's Never Been Before

Jalopnik

I promise, if you take someone who's never been, Buc-ee's will still bring more joy than any gas station/convenience store/barbecue restaurant has any right to.

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NASA Is Eyeing Inflatable Habitats for Moon Colony

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American space agency NASA doesn't officially call it so, but in a larger sense the community of astronauts that will soon live and work on the Moon could easily be called a colony. That's because there will be members of our species living in a place far away from their point of origin, they'll mostly have to take care of themselves, and they'll use the place as a staging point for an expansion even further, to Mars.

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Ever Wondered Why The Boeing 747 Has That Hump Over The Cockpit?

Jalopnik

Like any distinctive nose does, the hump over the cockpit of the Boeing 747 sets it apart. What's the reason for the 747's unusual proboscis?

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Carmaker Ready To Go All-In on Android As the Dream of Building a CarPlay Killer Is Dead

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Carmakers have never been big fans of Android Auto and CarPlay, but the two platforms have become so big that nobody would buy a car missing them. As a result, automakers have no alternative but to offer Android Auto and CarPlay in their cars, even if this means giving in to Google and Apple. Stellantis once had an ambitious plan to build in-car software that would make these two systems feel old and outdated.

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TBC Enhances Scholarship, Partnership Support to Florida Colleges

Tire Review Magazine

TBC Corporation has increased student scholarships and partnerships at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) and Palm Beach State College (PBSC), both located near its Palm Beach Gardens, Florida headquarters. Florida Atlantic University Collaboration Florida Atlantic University’s College of Business named a study room in honor of a gift from TBC.

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This Expertly Built Camper Van Is a Luxury Home on Wheels Ready for Year-Round Use

autoevolution

When it comes to van life, there are two categories of people - those who prioritize minimalist travel and are content with a simple, basic camper van and those who prefer fully-equipped rigs that can take them anywhere and offer a home-away-from-home experience. The camper van we're checking out in what follows is aimed at the latter category.

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TBC Enhances Scholarship, Partnership Support to Florida Colleges

Tire Review Magazine

TBC Corporation has increased student scholarships and partnerships at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) and Palm Beach State College (PBSC), both located near its Palm Beach Gardens, Florida headquarters. Florida Atlantic University Collaboration Florida Atlantic University’s College of Business named a study room in honor of a gift from TBC.

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Man Buys Used Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Trail Boss, Gets Rid of It After 5K Miles for $40K

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This 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT Trail Boss 4x4 pickup has been modified to feature a suspension lift kit, custom side steps, and new wheels. It recently sold at auction for $39,750, despite having roughly 23,000 miles on the clock. The seller bought the truck back in September of 2024 and only added 5,000 miles since. There’s a lot to like about this tastefully modified Silverado.

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E-Credentials: Okay for Some Docs, Not for Others

Automotive Fleet

Find out if your drivers have the right types of credentials in the cab.

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The Best Chrysler No One Is Talking About

autoevolution

When it comes to 21st century Chryslers, rarely does one look back at the 200 model with admiration. This ultimately forgettable mid-size sedan once stood as an alternative to the likes of the Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, Mazda6 and so on, and generally speaking, there was never anything particularly special about it – except that’s not entirely accurate.

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Can A Bad CV Joint Affect Your Transmission?

Jalopnik

A bad CV joint shouldn't be ignored. If you let the issue go for too long, the problem can go to other components of your vehicle, including your transmission.

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Remembering the Possl Vario 499 RV: The Tiny Campervan With Everything You Need

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You know what they say about strong essences being kept in small bottles, right? The Vario 499 ultra-compact campervan from Possl was the RV equivalent of that, which has turned it today into a unicorn you'd count yourself lucky to find. Possl started out in 1989 as a conversion specialist and has since grown into one of the leading campervan ( continue reading.

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Are You Idling Too Long? Here's What It's Doing To Your Engine

Jalopnik

Maybe you're waiting for a friend, or starting out on a cold day. How long should you let your car idle? And what will idling too long do to your engine?

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Google Maps Throws Whole Country Into Full Chaos, Claims All Highways Are Closed

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German drivers who used Google Maps last week received a warning that made many believe that something horrible had happened. The application showed all German autobahns as closed, telling drivers to avoid the high-speed roads and use exclusively smaller alternatives. The error occurred on Thursday, and for German drivers, it was the worst moment when Google Maps could go wrong.

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