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You may have noticed that diesel engines are much louder than their gasoline counterparts, and you probably questioned why that was the case. While a noisy engine is usually a sign of trouble, that’s not always the case with diesel engines. The combustion process, higher compression ratios, and the physical characteristics of diesel engines all […]

Different_brian/Getty Images In the early years of the 20th Century, General Motors co-founder William Durant launched a bid to buy Ford that failed, leading to his ouster from the company. Durant then teamed with Swiss race driver Louis Chevrolet — who had previously driven for GM’s Buick team –  to form a new enterprise they

Donnichols/Getty Images We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Visiting your local auto parts store will put you face-to-face with a baffling array of products that promise to make your car or truck run more efficiently, smoother, or longer without breaking down. You’ve probably seen bottles of STP engine treatment, a variety

High-performance superbikes tend to get a lot of attention these days, but most riders don’t  need a 224 hp, $100,000-plus Ducati Superleggera V4 to appreciate the joy of 2-wheeling. Opting for a more posterior- and bank-account-friendly touring bike will bring more enjoyment and potentially keep you riding longer, healthier, and happier. Indian Motorcycle got its start in

The 1970s produced all sorts of great pickups, many of which are still in use today as workhorses, show cars, everyday haulers, and everything in between. But which trucks from the 1970s would feel at home on the range? Which of the many classic trucks produced in the 1970s can invoke a bit of nostalgia

Different_brian/Getty Images Ransom Eli Olds began working in his father’s machine shop around 1880, where he helped build steam engines for yachts. After Karl Benz built the world’s first car, the Motorwagen, Olds was inspired by his use of the internal combustion engine and secured a U.S. patent for a three-wheeled, gas-powered vehicle in 1896.

J.J. Gouin/Shutterstock By C. Gordon/March 31, 2024 2: 50 pm EST When a warning light like the battery icon pops on and the car seems to otherwise be running fine, we tend to try and convince ourselves that the light just came on randomly. But the longer we drive, the more worry sets in. All sorts

Mazda began 1920 as Toyo Kogyo Co., Ltd, a manufacturer of corks. Toyo didn’t make its first vehicle until 11 years later, a three-wheeled motorbike called the Mazda-go. Founder Jujiro Matsuda named the company after Ahura Mazda, the god of Zoroastrianism who embodied harmony, intelligence, and wisdom. Looking forward to 2020, Mazda released a collection of 100th Anniversary models,

The Mercedes-Benz three-pointed star logo can be found in all corners of the globe, and on a much wider range of vehicles than many would expect. The automaker’s history of producing luxury limousines and ultra-expensive performance cars is well documented, but there’s more to the story. While there are plenty of Mercedes-Benz cars and vans,

Heritage Images/Getty Images Honda is famous for its four-cylinder engines, with several distinct series fulfilling a variety of purposes. The F-Series is one of the more unusual series, as it wasn’t initially developed as a high-performance engine line until the introduction of the F20C. The high-revving four-cylinder remains one of the best-known JDM engines of

Sue Thatcher/Getty Images Back in the 90s and 2000s, Saab sedans were a common sight on the roads, their iconic griffin logos glinting in the sun across the world. Nowadays, Saab automobiles are almost extinct, and they scored a top spot on our list of defunct car brands that we wish still existed. But although