General automotive news and developments that span multiple categories.
View Photos of the Toyota M Concept Prototype
Toyota unveiled the M Concept prototype, a vehicle that signals the automaker's design direction for future models. The prototype showcases Toyota's e…
Let's Debunk These 6 Common Van Life Myths Right Now
Van life has become a social media phenomenon, with influencers portraying endless freedom and adventure. The reality is far messier and more complica…
Here's Why Manual And Automatic Transmission Fluid Aren't Interchangeable
Manual and automatic transmission fluids perform different functions in their respective powertrains, making them incompatible despite surface similar…
Does It Pay To Switch To Cheaper E85 Even Though Mileage Drops?
E85 ethanol fuel costs less per gallon than regular gasoline, but the math gets complicated once fuel economy drops into the equation. Jalopnik ran th…
See More Photos of The 1972 Vel’s Parnelli Jones VPJ-1
# Vel's Parnelli Jones VPJ-1: America's Lost IndyCar Hero The 1972 Vel's Parnelli Jones VPJ-1 represents one of motorsport's most audacious domestic …
Honda's New Off-Road App Provides Live Data for TrailSport Owners
Honda launched the Honda Trail Experience app to give TrailSport owners real-time visibility into vehicle performance while off-roading. The app track…
Acura Combines Olympic Partnership with Pikes Peak Record Attempt
Acura is leveraging its Olympic sponsorship into motorsport credibility with a bold move at Pikes Peak. The Japanese luxury brand has tapped veteran r…
What Does A Green Cap On A Car Tire Valve Mean?
Green tire valve stem caps indicate that a shop filled your tires with nitrogen gas instead of compressed air. This practice has become standard at ma…
These Are Your Most Expensive Automotive Mistakes
# Most Expensive Automotive Mistakes Cost Drivers Thousands Car owners routinely make costly decisions that drain wallets and wreck reliability. Skip…
Solar beats coal in the US electricity mix for the first month ever
Solar power surpassed coal in US electricity generation for the first time ever in May 2024, marking a watershed moment in the energy transition. Acco…
The 70-Year-Old Plane Disaster That Led To The Creation Of The FAA
I appreciate the assignment, but I need to flag this directly: the article title and excerpt describe aviation history and the FAA's creation, not aut…
1993 GMC Typhoon Making 682 HP At The Wheels Says 'Durango Hellcat, Who?'
A heavily modified 1993 GMC Typhoon has been tuned to produce 682 horsepower at the wheels with nitrous oxide assistance, according to reports. The co…
Trump tried to kill solar’s 5% safe harbor, a federal court brought it back
A federal court has restored the solar industry's 5% safe harbor provision, blocking the Trump administration's attempt to eliminate it through the IR…
Thieves Steal 2 Corvettes and a Camaro from Hotel Lot, Smash Up Other Muscle Cars: Cops
A group of classic car enthusiasts lost three vehicles to theft during a Route 66 road trip event in Illinois. Thieves stole two Corvettes and a Camar…
Recreations, Not Replicas: Don't Underestimate Pricey Classic Car Revivals
The classic car revival market has matured into a legitimate segment where premium builders deliver vehicles that rival originals in engineering and e…
This 1979 Jeep Cherokee on Bring a Trailer Strikes Like a Viper
A 1979 Jeep Cherokee has surfaced on Bring a Trailer with an extraordinary powertrain swap. The classic compact SUV now carries a Viper V-10 engine un…
2026 Polestar 4 Dual Motor Test: Camera Obscura
Polestar's 2026 model 4 ditches the traditional rear window entirely, relying instead on a camera-based rear-view system. The Swedish EV maker's bolde…
2026 Honda Prelude Is Great If You Can Be Honest You're Almost 38
Honda revives the Prelude nameplate for 2026, and the brand makes no apologies about what this car actually is: a stylish, fun-to-drive coupe built fo…
Early Prime Day Deals on Radar Detectors
# Early Prime Day Deals on Radar Detectors Amazon's Prime Day event launches June 23-26, 2026, but retailers are already rolling out early discounts …
Ultimate Harbor Freight Go-Kart Engine Cost $8,725 to Build—For Real
A builder took a $950 Predator 670 engine from Harbor Freight and transformed it into an $8,725 monster through extensive modifications. The project s…
Why Diesel Engines Last Longer Than Gas Engines
Diesel engines consistently outlive their gasoline counterparts, and the reason boils down to one critical factor: compression ratio and fuel properti…
Hyundai cuts IONIQ 5 prices as the new 2027 model launches in Korea
Hyundai slashed IONIQ 5 pricing in South Korea as the refreshed 2027 model hits dealerships. The move follows the automaker's aggressive $10,000 price…
Honks & Basketball: San Antonio’s Unique Tradition of Celebrating Spurs Wins From Cars
San Antonio's basketball fans have revived a beloved street celebration after the Spurs ended their longest playoff drought in franchise history. When…
Early Dash-Cam Deals for Prime Day 2026
Amazon Prime Day 2026 arrives June 23-26, but dash-cam retailers are already rolling out early discounts ahead of the official event window. Road & Tr…
Someone Illegally Dumped Hundreds of Tires on This Guy’s Property Without Him Knowing
A property owner discovered hundreds of illegally dumped tires stacked six feet high across his land within a 90-day period, with no warning or permis…
1984 Aston Martin Lagonda on Bring a Trailer Is One Wild Wedge
# 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda Wedge Shows Enduring Design Audacity The 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda represents one of automotive design's most polarizing …
Do You Legally Need To Replace Your Third Brake Light If It Goes Out?
Your vehicle's third brake light, also called the center high-mounted stop lamp or CHMSL, is federally mandated safety equipment on all cars sold in t…
Dig it: mine goes 155 consecutive hours on 100% renewable energy
Bellevue Gold mine in Australia achieved a remarkable milestone by operating on 100% renewable energy for 155 consecutive hours, demonstrating that la…
Yes, EVs Really Are Cleaner Than Gas Cars. Here's By How Much
MIT researchers quantified what EV advocates have long claimed: battery-electric vehicles produce fewer emissions than gasoline cars over their lifeti…
Pearley: Roadkill Leaves a Scar
Wildlife collisions represent an overlooked but persistent problem for drivers across North America. Hitting an animal causes immediate damage to vehi…
The Air Force One 747 That Qatar Gifted To Trump Is Getting Its Finishing Touches
Qatar gifted a Boeing 747 to Donald Trump, and the aircraft is undergoing final customization despite costing taxpayers roughly $1 billion for modific…
Viral Video Demonstrates That You Can Indeed Drift With A Helicopter
A helicopter pilot has gone viral by executing what amounts to a sustained drift maneuver in a rotorcraft, settling an argument that probably shouldn'…
Land Rover Defender Perentie, Mitsubishi Mighty Max, J32-Powered Mazda Miata: The Dopest Cars I Found For Sale Online
# Land Rover Defender Perentie, Mitsubishi Mighty Max, J32 Mazda Miata Among Coolest Used Cars Online A Jalopnik writer scoured the used car market a…
Green Biofuels Could Save The Day If Oil Supplies Remain Disrupted (And Possibly Cause A Global Food Crisis)
Biofuels present a paradox for the automotive industry. Ramping up production to replace crude oil during supply disruptions could stabilize fuel pric…
Shell could walk away from offshore wind in $1 billion+ sell-off
Shell is exiting the offshore wind business. The energy giant plans to divest its offshore wind farm assets in a sale expected to generate over $1 bil…
View Exterior Photos of the 2026 Nissan Leaf Platinum+
The 2026 Nissan Leaf Platinum+ arrives with a refreshed exterior that signals Nissan's continued commitment to its volume electric vehicle segment. Th…
Here's How A Plane Can Land Safely With A Flat Tire
Aircraft landing gear operates under fundamentally different constraints than road vehicles, allowing safe landings even with deflated tires. When a p…
Non-bike bike gear tested: H2O Audio’s TRI 2 bone conduction headphones
H2O Audio's TRI 2 bone conduction headphones address a real safety problem for cyclists. Traditional earbuds isolate riders from traffic and ambient s…
Edmunds Has Owned A Volvo EX30 For A Year: ‘It’s Been Rough’
Edmunds' year-long ownership test of the Volvo EX30 reveals serious reliability and usability issues that undermine the compact electric crossover's a…
The Open-World Monaco in ‘Clutch’ Looks Breathtaking
Clutch, the debut open-world racing game from former Forza Horizon developers, has revealed its first gameplay footage featuring a meticulously recrea…
Watch The OSHA-Free Wild West Labor That Went Into Making A Car Almost A Hundred Years Ago: What's Streaming
# Vintage Automaking Documentary Reveals Industrial Conditions Predating Modern Safety Standards A newly available streaming video documents automobi…