Is Body-On-Frame Really Better For Off-Roading? From the Toyota Land Cruiser to the Ford Bronco, here's why traditional truck-based construction remains popular with serious off-roaders. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Nov 6 -
More Automakers Are Letting Cars Steer With Their Rear Wheels A clever steering trick lets luxury sedans park like compacts and sports cars carve corners with greater confidence. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Nov 5 -
Automakers Have A Clever Way To Make Cars More Fuel Efficient Those moving shutters in your car's grille help it cheat the wind, save fuel, and keep the engine running at the right temperature. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Nov 5 -
CVTs Have Been Around Way Longer Than Economy Cars Leonardo da Vinci imagined the CVT centuries ago, but it took several inventors and Dutch automaker DAF to bring it to the road. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Nov 5 -
The Simple Technology That Keeps Off-Road Trucks From Getting Stuck Locking differentials keep two wheels pulling on uneven ground, helping trucks like the Ford F-150 Tremor keep moving when one tire lifts. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Nov 5 -
Why Replacing A Modern Headlight Can Cost Thousands Of Dollars A simple headlight replacement can turn into a $5,000 nightmare. Here's why modern headlights are so shockingly expensive to fix. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Nov 4 -
Honda And Toyota Found A Clever Way To Make Hybrid Engines More Efficient Why do hybrid engines sacrifice power for efficiency? The Atkinson cycle makes every drop of fuel go further. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Nov 4 -
Mid-Size Trucks Are Booming. Now Everyone Wants In Rising prices are pushing buyers toward smaller pickups, and automakers from Hyundai to Ram are eager to capitalize. By Anthony Alaniz State of Motion - Nov 4 -
Subaru STI: What Those Three Letters Actually Stand For Subaru Tecnica International started as a 1988 motorsport arm, and its STI badge still shapes modern Subaru performance cars. By Jeff Perez Motor101 - Nov 3 -
Flat Tire? Here's Why Run-Flats Let You Keep Driving Run-flats can keep you moving after a blowout, but are they worth the extra money, harsher ride and potential repair headaches? By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Nov 3 -
No, You Don't Actually Need To Warm Up Your Car That morning warm-up ritual is outdated. Modern engines are designed to get moving quickly, even when temperatures drop below freezing. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Nov 3 -
When (And When Not) To Use Your Hazard Lights A simple dashboard button can make the difference between warning other drivers and putting them at risk. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Nov 3 -
Is Rustproofing Really Worth The Hassle These Days? Modern cars have better factory protection, but road salt and moisture still cause rust. Find out when extra protection is worth it. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Nov 2 -
Leather Seats Cracking? You're Probably Cleaning Them Wrong Regular mild cleaning and three-month conditioning cycles help keep car leather seats flexible, resisting cracks on high-wear bolsters. By Jeff Perez Motor101 - Nov 2 -
Modern Cars Are Packed With Sensors. What Do They All Do? Modern cars rely on dozens of sensors to monitor performance, improve safety, and power driver-assistance features. Here's why. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Nov 2 -
Why Are Some Traffic Lights Horizontal Instead Of Vertical? From battling strong winds to making room for oversized vehicles, there's more to this quirky road design than meets the eye. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Nov 2 -
How O'Reilly Auto Parts Came Up With Its Famous Jingle The catchy "Oh, oh, oh, O'Reilly!" tune started with a simple recording in Missouri and became one of America's most recognizable jingles. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Nov 1 -
How Was Duct Tape Invented? The Answer Goes Back To 1943 Duct tape was born in battle during World War II. Here's how one woman's idea became an essential tool in homes, garages, and cars. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Nov 1 -
How A Ball Of Twine Became One Of America's Most Famous Roadside Attractions What began as a Kansas farmer's way to reuse leftover twine became a roadside attraction that draws road-trippers from across America. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Nov 1 -
Why Some Cars Have Those Little Triangular Windows That small triangular car window is not just for looks. Discover how it improves visibility and why older cars used it for ventilation. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Oct 31 -
What Is New Car Smell? Chemicals, Mostly That irresistible new-car smell is not magic. Here's what causes it, why we love it, and whether the chemicals you breathe pose a risk. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Oct 31 -
AAA Was Around Before Cars Founded in 1902, AAA predates America's mass-market car boom. Here's how it grew from a motorists' club into a roadside assistance giant. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Oct 31 -
Can Someone Really Hack Your Car? From keyless car theft to remote takeovers, discover how hackers exploit modern vehicles and what drivers can do to stay safe. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Oct 30 -
F1's Weirdest Race Car Had A Giant Fan On The Back Brabham's radical F1 car used a giant rear fan to generate downforce, winning its only Grand Prix before controversy ended its career. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Oct 30 -
