Uber Wants To Slip Its Drivers A Cool $4,000 To Switch To EVs
Uber announced a $4,000 “Go Electric” grant for its Platinum and Diamond drivers who purchase a personal electric vehicle and complete 100 eligible rides by Dec. 31. The incentive, which replaces the $7,500 federal tax credit, is now open to drivers nationwide after a pilot in California, Massachusetts, Colorado and New York City. Eligible drivers must apply by April 16, switch to an EV within 90 days, and can also tap 45% off charging at 850 EVgo sites. Kia adds separate discounts and long‑term financing for Uber drivers transitioning to EVs.
Ayrton Senna's First F1 Car Will Be Auctioned Off This Month
RM Sotheby's will auction Ayrton Senna’s first Formula 1 car, the Toleman TG183B‑05, in Monaco this month. The chassis, which raced in four Grands Prix in 1984 and still retains original features such as a misspelled footrest, is expected to fetch $3.25‑4.45 million....
Which Automaker Should Make A New Pickup Truck Next?
Jalopnik asks which automaker should launch the next U.S. pickup, noting that trucks remain the nation’s top-selling vehicle segment, with Ford alone moving over 828,000 F‑Series units last year. Recent announcements from Kia, Hyundai, Ford, and Ram show a flood...
At $6,500, Is This 1977 AMC Pacer Wagon A Big-Bootied Bargain?
The 1977 AMC Pacer D/L wagon is listed for $6,500 after a recent price cut from $8,000. The vehicle has only 53,849 miles, a 4.2‑liter six‑cylinder engine, and a three‑speed automatic, but requires a water pump, radiator, new tires and...
How Honda Pioneered Pre-Chamber Ignition Long Before Formula 1
Pre‑chamber ignition, a hallmark of modern Formula 1 power units, traces its roots to Honda’s 1975 Civic CVCC, which used a three‑valve carbureted system to meet EPA emission limits without a catalytic converter. While the CVCC’s design differed—employing a rich‑mix pre‑chamber...
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Recon EV Production Is Now Delayed Until Mid-2026, So How Did Jeep Sell 56 Of Them Last Year? [Update]
Jeep confirmed that its Recon electric SUV will not enter full production until mid‑2026, citing capacity constraints at the Toluca, Mexico plant where Cherokee output is being prioritized. The 56 units reported as sold in 2025 were actually internal test...
The Difference Between 4-Low And 4-High When Off-Roading On Rough Terrain
Four‑wheel‑drive vehicles offer two selectable ranges: 4‑high for normal‑speed traction on slick surfaces, and 4‑low for extreme off‑road conditions that demand maximum torque. 4‑high keeps the standard gear ratio while locking front and rear shafts, whereas 4‑low engages a low‑range...
California Might Help You If Your EV Battery Has Gone Bad
California has launched the Zero‑Emission Assurance Project (ZAP) to help owners of used electric vehicles whose batteries or fuel‑cell components fail outside warranty coverage. The program offers up to $7,500 for repairs and, if the battery cannot be salvaged, a...
What Are The Pros And Cons Of Steer-By-Wire Technology?
Steer‑by‑Wire (SbW) replaces the traditional mechanical steering column with sensors, electric motors and software, allowing the wheel to be a purely digital input device. The technology offers variable steering ratios, more interior packaging space and improved crash safety, while also...
SpaceX Starship Engine Test Is Successful In Every Way, Except For All Of The Exploding
SpaceX’s latest ground test of the Raptor 3 engine, slated for the Starship V3 launch vehicle, ended in a dramatic explosion that destroyed the test article. The test, conducted at the Starbase facility in Texas, was intended to verify the performance...
Does Cold Weather Affect Your Spark Plugs?
Cold weather challenges spark plugs by increasing air density, thickening oil, and slowing fuel vaporization, which all demand a stronger spark to ignite the mixture. Moisture, salt and ice accelerate corrosion and carbon fouling, especially on aging plugs. Repeated cold‑start...
Getting Dirty With A Grom Is More Fun Than You Can Handle
The Honda Grom, a low‑cost 125 cc bike, has earned a reputation for city fun, but recent tests by Canada’s Range Road Moto show a modestly modified Grom out‑performing Honda’s Trail 125 on most off‑road challenges. Swapping knobby tires and raising handlebars...
Why Michelin Started Putting RFID Tags In Its Tires
Michelin has embedded passive RFID tags in its tires to improve manufacturing, logistics, and end‑of‑life handling. The chips enable automatic scanning from the assembly line through distribution, inventory management at shops, and vehicle‑level identification linked to the VIN. Collected data...
Twin-Turbo Vs. Twin-Charged Engines: What's The Difference?
Twin‑turbo engines employ two turbochargers—either in a parallel layout, where each turbo feeds a bank of cylinders, or sequentially, pairing a small turbo for low‑rpm response with a larger unit for high‑rpm power. Twin‑charged powertrains combine a supercharger and a...
This Hillclimb Toyota Corolla Only Needs A One-Liter Engine To Melt Your Face Off
A Finnish team transformed a modest Toyota Corolla hatchback into a hill‑climb monster by installing a heavily turbocharged 1‑liter 1SZ‑FE engine that now produces roughly 400 horsepower. The rear‑wheel‑drive conversion and lightweight 1,873‑lb chassis propelled the car to an impressive...
Surely All 14 Previous Owners Took Special Care Of This $49,500 Nissan GT-R
Nissan has officially ended production of the R35 GT‑R, leaving the market to rely on used examples. A 2009 GT‑R with 122,000 miles and 14 prior owners is listed for $49,500, a price that reflects modest depreciation from its roughly...
McLaren Artura And Luxury SUVs Smashed In Thwarted NYC Parking Garage Heist
On Sunday morning in Manhattan, a group of thieves broke into a West 43rd Street parking garage and attempted to steal several high‑end vehicles, including a McLaren Artura, a Mercedes‑AMG G63, a Volvo XC60 and a Range Rover Sport. The...
Americans Killed Each Other On The Road A Little Less Often In 2025
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that U.S. traffic deaths fell to 36,640 in 2025, a 6.7% decline from 2024. Despite the drop in fatalities, Americans drove 0.9% more, covering 29.8 billion miles, which pushed the fatality rate down to...
Why Shaving Is The Secret To A Cheaper AWD Tire Replacement
All‑wheel‑drive (AWD) vehicles require tires of identical diameter because a new tire’s larger tread creates a speed differential that can stress the drivetrain. Replacing a single flat often forces owners to buy a full set, which can cost around $1,000...
Los Angeles Traffic Is So Bad The Fire Department Got New Electric Motorcycles To Quicken Response Time
The Los Angeles Fire Department has added 30 ERidePro electric motorcycles to its fleet, thanks to a donation from Google and YouTube. The two‑person bikes are equipped with basic medical gear and are fully integrated into LAFD dispatch. California’s lane‑splitting...
Jay Leno's Backing Another Bill To Exempt Classic Cars From Smog Checks
California lawmakers have re‑filed a classic‑car smog exemption as Senate Bill 1392, extending relief to vehicles model year 1986 and older. The bill, championed by Jay Leno, adds a stipulation that exempted cars cannot serve as the owner’s primary transportation, limiting use...
Road & Track Called This Kit Car The World's Most Beautiful Sports Car And They Were Right
In the mid‑1950s Jim Byers crafted the SR‑100, a hand‑laid fiberglass roadster that captured Road & Track’s imagination as the world’s most beautiful sports car. Only about 25 kits were produced between 1955 and 1963, each adaptable to a variety of...
Volkswagen's TSI Vs. TFSI Engines: The Main Differences Explained
Volkswagen’s TSI and Audi’s TFSI badges refer to the same turbocharged direct‑injection gasoline engines, with the extra “F” serving only as a branding cue for Audi’s premium positioning. Historically the names tracked different engine families—TFSI appeared on the EA113 and...
Why Harley-Davidson's Switch To V-Twins Was Harder Than Just Adding Another Cylinder
Harley‑Davidson’s 1909 5‑D Twin marked the company’s first V‑twin attempt, but its atmospheric intake‑over‑exhaust valves could not handle the doubled cylinder volume, resulting in poor suction and unreliable performance. The firm recalled and destroyed all 27 units rather than redesign...
We Can't Decide If James Brown's Lincoln Mark III Or His Learjet Has More '70s Swagger
James Brown’s 1966 purchase of a $713,000 Learjet 23—roughly $7.2 million today—made him the first Black private‑jet owner, turning the aircraft into a cultural milestone. Two years later he added a 1969 Lincoln Continental Mark III, originally $6,741 (about $63,300 in 2026 dollars),...
10 Wickedly Cool Carroll Shelby Cars That Made The Man A Legend
Carroll Shelby reshaped automotive performance from the 1962 AC Cobra to the 1999 Shelby Series 1, creating ten iconic cars that blended lightweight chassis with high‑output engines. His early Cobra roadsters and the aerodynamic Daytona Coupe secured victories at Le Mans and Sebring,...
The Science Trick That Can Cool A Scorching Hot Car Interior In Seconds
A car parked in direct sun can reach 123 °F after an hour, turning the cabin into an oven. Professor Hannah Fry proposes a quick cooling trick: lower the passenger window, then repeatedly open and close the driver’s door to create...
Who Makes Costco's Kirkland Motor Oil?
Costco’s Kirkland Signature motor oil is produced by Highline Warren, a century‑old lubricant manufacturer that supplies over 400 brands. The private‑label oil meets API service ratings and has been validated by the Petroleum Quality Institute of America, positioning it alongside...
Here's How Much A 2021 Toyota Corolla Hatchback Has Depreciated In 5 Years
The 2021 Toyota Corolla Hatchback depreciates only about 23% over five years, far below the industry average 42% and well under its rivals – the Honda Civic and Mazda3 hatchbacks, which lose roughly 41% in the same period. With an...
A Guide For When (And When Not) To Air Down Your Tires
Airing down tires lowers pressure to increase the contact patch, giving better traction on sand, mud, snow and during drag racing. The guide recommends minimum pressures of 12 PSI for sand, 18 PSI for mud, 20 PSI for snow and 25 PSI for loose...
Ford's 6.0L Power Stroke Has A Reputation: Here's What's Actually True
Ford introduced the 6.0‑liter Power Stroke diesel in 2003 to replace the reliable 7.3‑liter, but the new engine quickly earned a reputation for costly failures. Core problems stem from a fragile EGR cooler, poorly located oil cooler, and weak head‑bolt...
The Key Differences Between Chip Tuning And Remapping
The article clarifies the distinction between chip tuning and ECU remapping, two methods used to boost vehicle performance by altering engine control software. Chip tuning involves swapping or reprogramming a physical chip in older ECUs, creating a permanent change, while...
Does The Difference Between 87 And 88 Octane Even Matter?
The article explains that 88‑octane gasoline, often labeled E15, contains 15% ethanol versus 10% in standard 87‑octane fuel. It typically costs about $0.30 per gallon less, offering modest savings for drivers of 2001‑and‑newer vehicles. Ethanol’s oxygen‑rich chemistry cuts greenhouse‑gas emissions...
These Airport Buses Would've Changed The Way We Board Airplanes
Airport boarding methods range from traditional jet bridges to bus‑like mobile lounges. Washington Dulles International has operated its 17‑foot‑high mobile lounges since 1962, while Hungary’s 1980s Ikarus PAL T buses—capable of carrying 150 passengers—never reached production. Boarding buses can lower the...
Here's Why Getting Rid Of Gas Taxes Might Not Lower Prices After All
Georgia has temporarily suspended its gasoline excise tax for 60 days, a move that would shave roughly $0.33 off each gallon. Despite the tax cut, numerous stations are keeping prices unchanged, effectively retaining the saved amount. The state’s Attorney General...
Here's How Much A 2021 Hyundai Veloster Has Depreciated In 5 Years
The 2021 Hyundai Veloster has shed roughly 46% of its original MSRP after five years, dropping from $20,905 to just over $11,000. This steep depreciation outpaces most rivals, with the Honda Civic and Subaru Impreza losing only about 31‑32% in...
How Speed Cameras Measure Your Speed So Accurately
Speed‑camera technology has evolved from a 1964 Dutch rally‑timing device to modern radar, lidar and ANPR systems that police use worldwide. Radar units exploit the Doppler effect, while lidar emits infrared pulses for precise, long‑range targeting, and average‑speed cameras calculate...
Magnum P.I.'s Ferrari 308 Could Be Yours, Though You'll Still Have To Grow The 'Stache Yourself
Barrett‑Jackson is auctioning the authentic Ferrari 308 GTS featured in the opening credits of “Magnum P.I.”, a car that gained iconic status in the 1980s. The vehicle, verified by Ferrari historian Marcel Massini, was only modestly altered for Tom Selleck’s height...
U.S.-Iran War Is Stranding Sailors In The Strait Of Hormuz
The U.S.-Iran conflict has effectively shut the Strait of Hormuz, stranding roughly 2,000 vessels and 20,000 seafarers in the Persian Gulf. The United Nations notes this is unprecedented in modern maritime history, as 19 attacks on civilian ships have already...
Even Illinois State Police Can't Afford New Cars
Illinois State Police face a severe fleet shortfall, with over 1,000 cruisers overdue for replacement. A state‑funded vehicle pool, financed by a $1 license‑plate fee, generated only $7 million last year, far below the $30 million budgeted since 2024. At $120,000 per...
I'm Trading My Jeep For Something With Better Comfort And MPG! What Should I Buy?
Kristin, a 38‑year‑old filmmaker in West Virginia, needs a smaller, more comfortable SUV with AWD and better fuel economy than her 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee, all for under $25,000. Automotive experts recommend looking at used plug‑in hybrids, which are depreciating...
These EVs Should Be Next On The Chopping Block, According To Our Readers
Jalopnik surveyed its readers to identify which electric vehicles should be axed next, and the consensus zeroed in on large, pricey models. Commentators singled out the GMC Hummer EV, Chevrolet Silverado EV, Tesla Model X, Rolls‑Royce Spectre and even the Tesla...
Why Do Most Cruise Ships Have Diesel Engines?
Diesel engines remain the backbone of cruise ship propulsion because they deliver the high torque needed to overcome water resistance while keeping fuel consumption reasonable. Modern vessels typically employ diesel‑electric hybrid systems, where diesel generators power electric motors that turn...
Why Pistons Have Three Rings To Rule Combustion
Piston assemblies typically use three rings: two compression rings that seal combustion gases and a lower oil‑control ring that scrapes excess oil from the cylinder walls. The rings also transfer the bulk of combustion heat to the cylinder, handling 70‑80%...
2027 Ford Expedition 30th Anniversary Appearance Package Is All Show With A Mustang Dark Horse Paint Job
Ford is marking the Expedition’s 30th anniversary with a special Appearance Package for the 2027 model. The package adds an exclusive Mustang Dark Horse Blue Ember metallic paint, priced at $2,495, on top of the $3,575 Stealth Appearance base. It...
Consumer Reports Says To Avoid Buying These Used Chevy Models From These Years
Consumer Reports added six Chevrolet models to its 2024 "avoid" list, citing poor reliability across a mix of electric, truck and SUV offerings. The 2024 Blazer EV, 2021 Bolt, 2025 Colorado, 2025 Equinox, and the 2021 Suburban and Tahoe all scored...
Man Pays For Mustang Restoration, Gets Car Back In Pieces Five Years Later
Kevin Bickley paid $24,312 for a six‑month restoration of his 1969 Mustang Mach 1, but the vehicle resurfaced five years later stripped of major components. A court order forced the shop, Miller's Performance and Restoration, to return the car in a...
Here's How To Decipher The Different Grades Of Motor Oil
The guide breaks down motor‑oil grades, explaining that the numbers before the “W” denote low‑temperature viscosity while the numbers after indicate high‑temperature viscosity. “W” stands for winter, not weight, and reflects how the oil performs in cold starts. It warns...
Avoid Cheap Amazon Dashcams, Consumer Reports Says These Are Better Options
The dashcam market is expanding, with 36% of non‑owners planning a purchase within a year. Consumer Reports evaluated dozens of units and highlighted five top models for 2026, priced between $99 and $480. All recommended cameras feature GPS, resolutions above...
The 90-Degree Torque Problem: How Engineering Bent Power Around Corners
The article traces the origin of 90‑degree torque transmission back to Roman engineer Vitruvius, who devised a right‑angle gear drive in the 1st century BC. His invention let water‑wheel power shift from a horizontal to a vertical axis, laying the groundwork for...