Jonathan Weiss/Shutterstock The Ford Maverick helped relaunch the compact pickup category when it debuted for the 2022 model year. While its original sticker price of $22,470 is a distant memory, this truck is still the entry-level Blue Oval with a base MSRP of only about $29,000. To […]
Satsuei_athian/Shutterstock The oil in your car’s engine can build up due to neglect and infrequent oil changes. Sludge is a nasty contaminant that can destroy an engine if not attended to, but timely oil changes are a surefire way to prevent sludge build-up. It’s best to check […]
When they debuted in the 1990s, GM’s 4L60E and 4L80E transmissions reveal some of their differences – and similarities – right in their names. The “4” and “L” refer to the number of gears and the longitudinal orientation of the unit itself respectively, while the “e” means that they […]
If you’ve ever dreamed about owning a six-figure Porsche, but returned to reality somewhere between your bank balance and the price tag, you’re not alone. But here’s the fun twist: you may not need that new thing 2025 Porsche 911 Carrera to experience supercar-level speed. Quietly sitting in the used car listings across America sits […]
Picture yourself in 1978. You have some money in the bank and want to show it off with a nice new car. You want something that makes a statement, but you like something big, something you can take your dogs in. You open the newspaper and it hits you right in the face: the Dodge […]
DiPres/Shutterstock A pair of Recaros is the dream of many enthusiasts; they look cool and give a sporty touch to the car. You see one in your favorite rally driver’s car or in the car of that incredibly fast racer you watch every track day, and you […]
Let’s say it is escalated with my 2023 Subaru BRZ project car since the last update. I slowly built up the BRZ, first with a track day at Laguna Seca, then with some basic modifications like a Recaro bucket seat, new tires and a Brembo Pista big brake kit to complete the treatment. But it […]
JoshBryan/Shutterstock Leading up to the height of the muscle car era, automakers like Ford and Pontiac were locked in a battle for one-upmanship. Although smaller, higher-revving engines were popular among hot rodders, there was something special about the raw power of large-displacement engines. Pontiac and Ford 428s […]
Cruisers are known for their laid-back comfort, low-end torque and rugged style. Meanwhile, Honda motorcycles are known for their everyday performance, top-notch reliability and low maintenance costs. Combining the two gives you a stylish, comfortable cruiser that won’t give you any trouble maintaining or driving around town. But if you add a sporty character to […]
In recent years Porsche has telegraphed the impending demise of the mid-engine internal combustion Cayman and Boxster sports cars in favor of an as-yet unnamed EV replacement. While there is little doubt that this successor will deliver impressive performance, the switch from petrol to electrons brings with it some foregone conclusions about the car’s design. […]