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2022 Chevrolet Equinox Overview
Photo: Chevrolet As the modern version of a traditional family car, the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox prioritizes safety, reliability, and interior design that balances usefulness and comfort. For the new model…
Why Are There Fewer and Fewer Cars with Manual Transmissions?
Photo: aimhelix / Flickr The other day, I wrote an article that gave a basic explanation of the purpose of gears. I wanted to write it because in my experience,…
Top 5 Weird Car Laws in Illinois
No matter which state you live in, there are dozens of obsolete car laws that remain in place to this day. While it’s unlikely you’ll be arrested for any of…
Bears Have Figured Out How to Open Car Doors (By Using the Handle)
So here’s some news to make you lock your car: Bears across the country seem to have figured out how to open car doors. William and Sara Hefner were on…
Google Maps Will Prioritize Efficiency in New Update
Photo: PxHere via CC If you’re anything like most drivers on the road today, odds are you’ve kicked traditional maps to the curb in favor of smartphone apps that offer…
How to Remove Skunk Smell From Your Car
Photo: Dan Dzurisin via CC Skunks are common roadkill victims that often leave a lingering stench on your vehicle’s exterior. Sometimes, the smell can make its way to a vehicle’s…
Behind the Badge: What Animal Is on the No-Longer-Used Saab Symbol?
Saab AB (Svenska Aeroplan Aktiebolaget or “Swedish Aeroplane Limited”) began as an aviation and defense manufacturer in 1937 out of Trollhättan, Sweden. In the late 1960s, the company began creating…
Differences Between the Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L
The 2021 Grand Cherokee L Photo: FCA The all-new 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L is the first-ever three-row version of the Grand Cherokee. While passenger seating is the most obvious…
What is a Boxer Engine?
Photo: Chad Kainz If you’ve ever watched a Subaru or Porsche commercial or read any sort of promotional material for their cars, you’ve likely heard of the term “boxer engine,”…
2021 Challenger Named a Cheap Car With Lots of Horsepower
The 2021 Dodge Challenger Photo: FCA If you want a powerful new car, you often have to pay a high price for it. However, U.S. News & World Report proves…
How to Navigate a Car Accident
Global road accident statistics show that about 1.25 million people worldwide die as a consequence of a car accident each year. When divided by the number of days in a…
Watch an AWD Honda Fit Go Off-Roading
Honda promotes the Fit for its fuel efficiency, its spaciousness, and its affordability. Rarely, though, do they market the small hatchback as an off-roading vehicle that’s perfect for your next…
My Cousin Vinny was Almost Perfect
Photo from Greg Gjerdingen via Flikr In 1992, the genre of courtroom drama saw its watershed moment with the release of My Cousin Vinny. The film is a comedy masterpiece involving…
Can You Drift A Cargo Van? Nissan Says Yes
Nissan recently engineered a GT-R to break the world record for fastest drift, so we know that the automaker takes drifting pretty darn seriously. Usually, though, the brand is drifting…
5 Weird Roadside Attractions in Ohio
Photo: Nick Youngson Many tourists flock to Ohio to enjoy its scenic parks, waterfalls, and streams, as well as its historical attractions. Other tourists prefer venturing off the beaten path…
