How Walter Chrysler Turned Failing Maxwell Into America’s Chrysler Corporation In 1925
Walter P. Chrysler didn't start making cars from scratch, instead, he established the Chrysler Corporation by being in the right place at the right time and having the money to invest. He earned his fortune by solving problems and streamlining…
These Are The 5 Must-See Car Shows This Summer
Summer is the best time for car enthusiasts to indulge in their hobby, with hundreds of car shows to choose from. This article highlights the top 5 must-see car shows this summer, which are family-friendly, offer a mix of different…
This Was The Last Volkswagen To Roll Off The Line With An Air-Cooled Flat-4 Engine
The Volkswagen air-cooled flat-4 engine was a staple of the company's success, powering various models from sports cars to family sedans and commercial vans. The original Type 1 engine served well until the 1960s, when it was replaced by the…
The Best Mercedes Models Worth Buying Used – If You Can Find Them
For those looking to own a Mercedes without breaking the bank, buying used can be a tempting option. However, it's crucial to know which models are worth considering and what potential issues to watch out for. The Mercedes-Benz W124 500E,…
The world’s largest commercial jet engine has big—and uniquely troublesome—problems
GE Aerospace’s GE9X is the largest and most powerful commercial jet engine ever built, with a fan diameter of 134 inches—nearly the width of a Boeing 737 fuselage—and a thrust output of up to 134,300 pounds. Designed exclusively for the…
Chrysler’s Doomsday Hemi: The 426 DOHC That Never Got to Race Ford’s SOHC 427 Cammer
In the high-stakes arms race of 1960s NASCAR, Chrysler’s legendary Hemi V8 was the undisputed king of the track—until Ford fired back with a weapon so radical it nearly broke the rules. The result? A pair of engines that never…
More Americans Need To Learn How To Escape A Sinking Car, Survey Finds
A 2024 survey by the Cooperative Election Study found that only 3% of respondents were both confident and correct in their method of escaping a sinking car. The survey asked 1,000 adults nationwide to rate their method of egress and…
BT Moto Stage 1+ ECU Flash and Flasher+ Tuner Review
The author of the article, who owns a 2015-2023 Triumph Tiger 1200, has been upgrading their bike with various parts, including new tires, protection bars, luggage, and heated seats. However, they wanted to improve the bike's performance by upgrading the…
How Michelin Used Le Mans Races To Refine Its Tire Designs For A Century
Michelin has leveraged motorsports as a real-world lab for tire development since the 1890s, turning Le Mans into its ultimate proving ground. The French tire giant’s dominance at the 24 Hours of Le Mans is unmatched: it has claimed 35…
2022 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing Depreciates to Under $50K After Four Years
The 2022 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing, a high-performance midsize luxury sedan with a manual option, has seen its value drop below the current average new-car price in the U.S. after four years on the market. Kelley Blue Book reports the national…