GM Patents A 'Daisy Chain' Charger To Juice Up Multiple EVs At Once
General Motors has filed a patent for a daisy‑chain charging system that links a single high‑power DC fast charger to multiple low‑power access points (LPAPs). Each LPAP can feed an electric vehicle, allowing two cars to charge from one station simultaneously at reduced power levels. The system includes onboard controllers that assess each vehicle’s state of charge and dynamically allocate power, potentially prioritizing the most depleted battery. If implemented, the technology could halve queue times at busy fast‑charging locations.
Buying Giorgio Armani's Bentley Is The Most Stylish Way To Spend A Hundred Grand
Giorgio Armani’s 1996 Bentley Brooklands, a deep‑royal‑blue, parchment‑trimmed luxury sedan, is slated for auction at RM Sotheby’s Monaco. Only 153 left‑hand‑drive Brooklands were built that year, and the car bears Armani’s original license plate. The pre‑auction estimate ranges from €45,000...
The OG Four-Door Porsche Sports Sedan Wasn't Even Built By Porsche
The Porsche Panamera’s roots trace back to a one‑off 1967 four‑door 911 built by a Texas dealer and custom fabricators, not Porsche itself. The dealer, William Dick, commissioned Troutman & Barnes to cut, weld, and add factory doors to a...
Do Dirt Roads Even Have Speed Limits?
U.S. states all impose a default speed limit on dirt, gravel or sand roads that lack posted signs, with limits ranging from 20 mph in New Jersey to 55 mph in Pennsylvania and Wyoming. Municipalities can modify these defaults after conducting speed studies,...
Chevy LT1 V8s: A Comparison Of Three Small Blocks
Chevrolet has applied the LT1 badge to three distinct small‑block V8s, each reflecting its era’s engineering priorities. The 1970 LT‑1 produced up to 370 hp with a solid‑lifter cam and high compression, becoming a collector’s holy grail. The 1992‑1997 LT1 introduced...
The '80s Car Feature That Would Fit Perfectly In The AI Hellscape Of Today
Chrysler’s 1983 Electronic Voice Alert (EVA) was an early in‑car voice system that announced door, seatbelt and fuel status with pre‑recorded messages. Today’s AI‑driven Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) echo that concept, delivering real‑time alerts that many drivers find intrusive....
Are Used Porsches Reliable? Here's What The Data Says
Recent data shows modern Porsches are generally reliable, with the brand ranking third among premium cars in the 2026 J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study. The iconic 911 earned the title of most dependable vehicle in 2019, 2021 and 2022, while...
Saab's Scariest Car Is The Twin-Engined 93 Dubbed The Monster
Saab’s 1959 "Monstret" was a laboratory twin‑engine prototype built on the 93 chassis, pairing two 748 cc three‑stroke engines to deliver roughly 138 hp. The front‑wheel‑drive car reached 122 mph in testing but suffered extreme understeer and torque‑steer due to the front‑heavy layout....
Jack Nicholson Drove A Hydrogen-Powered Car Before Green Energy Was Cool
In 1978 Jack Nicholson appeared on television driving the H2‑4 Chevy, a Chevrolet Impala converted to run on hydrogen, touting a claim that the fuel could cut 58 % of city air pollution. The project was financed by Consumers Solar Electric...
Dead Cadillac Lyriq EV Leaves Baby Locked In Car
A 2024 Cadillac Lyriq in California trapped a one‑year‑old for nearly 30 minutes after a 12‑volt battery fault disabled its retractable door handles. OnStar and the MyCadillac app could not unlock the vehicle, and the family turned to ChatGPT, which...
8 Of The Rarest Chevy Corvettes – And What They're Worth Today
The article spotlights eight of the rarest Chevrolet Corvettes, ranging from the inaugural 1953 model to the limited‑edition 1996 Grand Sport, and details their current auction prices. Early examples like the 1953 Corvette now command over $200,000, while ultra‑rare variants...
Low-Tension Piston Rings Provide Serious Benefits For Automakers
Low‑tension piston rings have become standard in most new cars since the early 2000s, delivering notable friction reductions and efficiency gains. Internal friction from rings can consume up to 15% of brake horsepower, and a Hot Rod test showed a 6.8 hp...
What Is A Dual-Mass Flywheel And Why Do Automakers Use Them?
Dual-mass flywheels (DMFs) consist of two separate discs connected by springs, replacing traditional single-mass flywheels in many manual and dual‑clutch transmissions. They absorb torque pulses, cutting vibration, noise, and harshness, especially in high‑torque diesel or small‑cylinder gasoline engines. While DMFs...
IIHS Will Begin Rating The Safety Of Cargo Vans, Work Trucks, And Other Commercial Vehicles This Spring
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) announced it will debut occupant‑protection safety ratings for cargo vans, work trucks and other commercial vehicles this spring. The initial ratings will assess equipment such as airbags and advanced seatbelts, with crash‑avoidance testing...
Hyundai Casper Lounge Is A Gussied-Up Electric City Car That I Need Like I Need Air To Breathe
Hyundai unveiled the Casper Electric Lounge, an upscale trim of its compact city EV. The model adds genuine leather seats, a 10.25‑inch screen, ventilated front seats and a premium sound system, plus bold 17‑inch alloy wheels. It is powered by...
Porsche Cayenne Ultra EVO Pre-Runner Is Ready To Take On The Desert With 650 HP And 8 Extra Inches Of...
Eurowise Offroad has unveiled the Cayenne Ultra EVO, a limited‑edition, carbon‑widebody transformation of the Porsche Cayenne Turbo. The remodel boosts output to roughly 650 horsepower and 750 lb‑ft of torque, adds eight inches of width, and features a bespoke long‑travel suspension...
The FBI Is Buying Your Location Data To Find Out Where You Drive
The FBI has confirmed it is purchasing real‑time location data from commercial data brokers to track American motorists. Director Kash Patel told Congress the bulk data has yielded valuable intelligence, though specifics were not disclosed. By acquiring the information through...
Hertz Will Rent You An Ineos Grenadier If You Felt Your Vacation Was Too Comfortable
Hertz announced that it will add the INEOS Grenadier to its rental fleet at select U.S. airports this spring. The rugged, boxy SUV targets travelers seeking a more adventurous, off‑road experience than a typical economy car provides. Hertz’s SVP of...
Soaring Gas Prices Could Send Buyers Crawling Back To EVs And Hybrids
Rising gasoline prices, now hovering around $100 a barrel, are prompting some consumers to reconsider electric and hybrid vehicles, echoing past oil‑price shocks. In the U.S., analysts say prices would need to reach roughly $6 per gallon before a sizable...
Porsche Penske 963s Will Race At Sebring With '90s Throwback 911 GT1 Livery
Porsche Penske Motorsport will field its 963 hypercar at the 12 Hours of Sebring dressed in a retro livery that mirrors the 1996 Porsche 911 GT1. The paint scheme celebrates Porsche’s 75th anniversary, Team Penske’s 60th, and a 30‑year Mobil 1...
No, Ford's 'Fox Platform' Wasn't Named After The Audi Fox, Stop It
Ford’s Fox platform and Audi’s Fox‑named 80 both emerged in 1973, but the shared name is almost certainly coincidental. Ford first used the "Fox" moniker in a February budget pitch, while Audi’s compact 80 entered the U.S. market as the...
A Bone-Stock Mk4 Toyota Supra Kinda Sucks To Drive, Actually
The fourth‑generation Toyota Supra, celebrated for its twin‑turbo 2JZ engine, disappoints in stock form, delivering a soft, sluggish driving experience. Intended as a four‑seat grand touring cruiser rather than a track weapon, its 320 hp output and 5.4‑second 0‑60 time are...
What Made Ford's Toploader Transmission So Durable?
Ford introduced the four‑speed Toploader transmission in 1964, featuring a rugged cast‑iron case accessed only from the top. The top‑loading architecture allowed shift rails to be supported by the case sides, eliminating side‑load stress and boosting durability. It powered iconic...
What Is A Tri-Five Chevy And Which Models Fit The Bill?
The "Tri‑Five" label refers to Chevrolet’s 1955‑1957 model years, encompassing the 150, 210 and Bel Air trims plus niche sub‑models like the Nomad, Handyman and Delray. Over 4.5 million units were built, with the rare Nomad wagon limited to 22,375 examples, making...
The AMC Eagle Turbo-Diesel Was The Performance Version, And One Still Exists
The 1980 AMC Eagle Turbo‑Diesel was a niche, performance‑oriented version of the Eagle, equipped with a 3.6‑liter VM Motori turbo‑diesel delivering 150 hp and 219 lb‑ft of torque. Only seven were built, and a single example now resides at the Rambler Ranch in...
The Saga Of This Cheap Bentley Flying Spur Shows Off Just How Tough Volkswagen's W12 Can Be
YouTuber Sreten bought a 2004 Bentley Flying Spur for $12,500, a fraction of its $275,000 original price, despite 160,000 miles and severe wear. The car’s VW‑engineered W12 survived chronic overheating, a missing thermostat, and a clogged radiator, but required new...
The Pros & Cons Of Harley-Davidson's Milwaukee-Eight Engine
Harley‑Davidson replaced its long‑running Twin Cam V‑twin with the Milwaukee‑Eight in 2017 to meet stricter emissions and rider demand for more power. The new engine uses a single‑cam, four‑valve layout, counter‑balancer and advanced cooling, delivering 11 % more torque and smoother...
The Splinter Is An Honest-To-Goodness Drivable Sports Car Made Of Wood
Joe Harmon’s Splinter is a one‑off sports car built largely from composite wood, featuring a mid‑engine Chevrolet V8 and a six‑speed manual. Weighing about 2,600 lb, it produces roughly 690 hp while its chassis, interior, control arms and even wheels are wooden....
Neglecting Your Spark Plugs Does More Damage Than You Think
Neglecting spark plug replacement leads to persistent engine misfires, which can quickly degrade ignition coils, catalytic converters, pistons, and valves. The article explains how worn electrodes increase spark gaps, forcing coils to generate higher voltage and heat, while unburned fuel...
Need Raw Performance? These 9 Cars Have The Most Horsepower You Can Buy In 2026
The 2026 roundup spotlights nine production cars under $150,000 that deliver the highest factory horsepower, ranging from the 1,020‑hp Tesla Model S Plaid to the 590‑hp Porsche‑inspired Taycan 4S Black Edition. The list blends pure‑electric, hybrid, and conventional V8 powertrains, proving...
How Long, In General, Does An Oil Filter Last?
Oil filters are a consumable component typically swapped with every oil change, but their service life varies by construction. Synthetic filters use engineered media and can reliably last 10,000 miles or more, while standard cellulose filters degrade faster and are...
You'd Better Be Passing People If You're In These States' Left Lanes
Across the United States, most states enforce a “keep right except to pass” rule that reserves the left‑most lane for overtaking, merging, or exiting. States such as Illinois, Kentucky, Maine, Massachusetts and New Jersey apply stricter statutes, while California’s version hinges...
What Is A Limited-Slip Differential And How Does It Work?
A limited‑slip differential (LSD) directs torque toward the wheel with the most grip, preventing the loss of traction that plagues open differentials in low‑traction scenarios. The article outlines how LSDs balance torque while still allowing wheels to rotate at different...
Drivers Want F1 Race Starts To Be Safer, Ferrari Says No
A near‑miss start crash at the Australian Grand Prix sparked a warning from the Grand Prix Drivers Association that another large incident is likely if start‑line procedures remain unchanged. The warning coincides with new 2026 regulations that extend the start...
15 Useful Car Gadgets You Can Buy From Amazon In 2026
Amazon’s 2026 car gadget roundup highlights affordable accessories that fill gaps left by factory‑installed tech. Items range from a $190 Jackery portable power station and a $55 AstroAI cordless tire inflator to premium solutions like a $500 SeaSucker suction‑cup roof...
Tesla's 'Fleet' Of Unsupervised Robotaxis In Texas Appears To Have Been Cut From 8 Cars To Only 4
Tesla’s unsupervised robotaxi fleet in Austin has shrunk from eight vehicles to roughly four, according to the Robotaxi Tracker. The reduction follows a series of safety incidents, including repeated failures to stop at active railroad crossings and a crash rate...
This Is Not A Drill: Alpine Is Crash-Testing The Next-Generation A110 For The U.S. Market
Alpine’s iconic A110 is currently undergoing U.S. crash‑test certification, signaling a possible market entry. CEO Philippe Krief has not confirmed whether the launch will feature the electric second‑generation model, a traditional gasoline version, or both. The original plan to introduce large...
Mercedes Wants To Buy 24% Of Alpine's F1 Team, But Alpine Confident That It Will Change Nothing
Mercedes is negotiating to acquire a 24% stake in the Alpine F1 team, currently owned by venture‑capital firm Otro Capital, which includes celebrity investors such as Ryan Reynolds and Rory McIlroy. Alpine’s de‑facto boss Flavio Briatore assures that Mercedes will...
The Pros And Cons Of Switching To E85 Flex Fuel
E85 flex‑fuel blends up to 85% ethanol and can be used in certified flex‑fuel vehicles or retrofitted cars. It typically sells cheaper than regular gasoline, offers higher octane for increased power, and is domestically produced, reducing reliance on imported oil....
Teen Discovers 1.5 Million Unidentified Space Objects Based On NASA Data
Matteo Paz, a high‑school student at Caltech’s Planet Finder Academy, built an AI system to scan NASA’s NEOWISE infrared archive. The algorithm, dubbed VARnet, processed over 200 billion detections and uncovered roughly 1.5 million previously unidentified celestial objects, ranging from binary stars...
Tesla Cybertruck With Autopilot Engaged Tries To Drive Off An Overpass In Freaky Video
A Houston driver sued Tesla after her Cybertruck, operating with Autopilot engaged, missed a curve on an overpass and collided with a concrete barrier, sustaining severe neck, back and shoulder injuries. The lawsuit seeks more than $1 million, accusing Tesla of...
The Rearview Mirror Wasn't Just Invented For Safety
The rear‑view mirror debuted in 1911 when Ray Harroun installed a glass pane on his Marmon Wasp to eliminate a riding mechanic and shave weight, winning the first Indianapolis 500. Although conceived for speed, the device proved useful for situational awareness, prompting...
Give The Lexus CT200h The Respect It Deserves
The Lexus CT200h, a hybrid luxury hatchback, struggled in the U.S. market due to its premium price, modest performance, and hatchback body style, which conflicted with American luxury preferences. Despite these challenges, the model delivers 42 mpg combined fuel economy, a...
2027 Mercedes-Benz VLE Finally Brings The Luxury Van To America With 31-Inch Rear Screen, Remote-Control Seats
Mercedes‑Benz is finally bringing its all‑electric VLE luxury van to the United States, replacing the older V‑Class with a scalable 800‑volt architecture. The VLE offers a 31.3‑inch 8K rear screen, remote‑controlled massage seats, and modular Roll & Go seating that can accommodate...
ICE Is 'Hiding' Millions Of Dollars In New Trucks And SUVs As Agents Refuse To Drive Them
In late 2025, ICE deputy director Madison Sheahan ordered roughly 2,500 pickup trucks and SUVs emblazoned with the agency’s “Defend The Homeland” slogan, costing millions of taxpayer dollars. The vehicles, many bearing the presidential seal, have largely sat idle as...
Back From The Supposed Dead: Electric Porsche Cayman And Boxster Are Apparently Still Coming
Porsche’s electric 718 Cayman and Boxster remain in development, contrary to earlier reports that they had been cancelled. Porsche Australia CEO Daniel Schmollinger said he has driven a prototype on a track and described it as “amazing,” confirming the program...
2026 Dodge Charger Sixpack R/T 4-Door Aims For Broad Appeal, And Kind Of Succeeds
Dodge’s 2026 Charger Sixpack R/T 4‑door re‑enters the market as the brand’s most affordable performance sedan, powered by a 420‑hp Hurricane 3.0‑liter twin‑turbo inline‑six. It delivers 0‑60 mph in 4.6 seconds and a top speed of 127 mph, while offering...
What Rules Would You Introduce To Fix Flying?
The article invites readers to imagine themselves as FAA leaders and propose new rules to alleviate the chronic frustrations of air travel, from airport chaos to onboard etiquette. It highlights the current pain points—long security lines, confusing boarding processes, and...
Ford Patented A Smart Car Door That 'Brakes' Before It Hits Anything
Ford has filed a patent for a smart car‑door system that can brake the door before it contacts an obstacle. The concept combines accelerometers, proximity sensors and a compact mechanical brake made of levers, springs and pads to halt door...
Using Wipers Without Headlights In Bad Weather Is Illegal In These US States
A recent investigation reveals that 23 U.S. states require drivers to keep headlights on whenever windshield wipers are in use during rain, sleet or snow. The article lists those states and notes that many other states have broader visibility rules,...