After Chrysler Bought AMC, We Almost Got This V8 Sports Sedan
Lee Iacocca, a prominent figure in automotive history, was associated with several iconic cars during his tenure at Ford and Chrysler. One of his lesser-known projects was the Eagle Optima, a sports sedan introduced in 1990. The Optima featured a…
1989 VW LT35 Feuerwehr Camper Van for Sale: Is $12,000 a Fair Price?
This 1989 VW LT35 Feuerwehr Camper Van is a rare find in the US, with a unique history as a former fire department van in Ohlenberg, Germany. The van has been converted to a camper, with a bed platform, kitchen…
What’s Your Favorite Alliterative Car Name?
In the world of cars, a name can be everything. Brands often try to evoke nostalgia by reviving old model names or creating special editions. But have you ever noticed that some brands, like Ford and Chevrolet, have a fondness…
Who Should Host the Next ‘Top Gear’ Reboot?
The BBC has confirmed plans to revive its iconic car show 'Top Gear' once again, and the question on everyone's mind is who should host the next reboot. Jalopnik asked its readers for their opinions, and the responses fell into…
What Does It Take To Straighten A Bent Axle?
If you've hit a massive pothole or another car and your wheel is vibrating, wobbling, or won't turn, you may have bent an axle. Fortunately, axles can be repaired, but it's not a job for the faint of heart. While…
What ‘Adopt-A-Highway’ Actually Means
Those Adopt-A-Highway signs you see on the side of the road aren't just a feel-good gesture - they're part of a program that's saved state governments millions of dollars in cleanup costs and turned highway maintenance into a form of…
Goodyear’s Nearly Forgotten Glowing Tire Experiment Was A Flop
In the 1960s, Goodyear experimented with a revolutionary translucent tire that could be dyed different colors and illuminated from within. The tire, made from a polyurethane-based material called neothane, was designed to improve visibility in poor weather and potentially function…
We’re Stuck With Sean Duffy As The Secretary Of Transportation Because It Was The Only Job Left For Trump’s Buddies
US Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy has been making headlines with his deregulation efforts and questionable decisions, but it turns out he didn't exactly land the role on merit. In a recent podcast, Duffy revealed that he got the job…
Why Florida Sometimes Allows Cars To Drive On Highway Shoulders
Florida's Emergency Shoulder Use (ESU) policy allows cars to drive on highway shoulders during major hurricane evacuations to increase traffic flow and capacity. The program was first developed in 2017 ahead of Hurricane Irma as a replacement for One-Way Plans,…
Cities Rewarding Safe Drivers With Never-Ending Green Lights See Dramatic Drop In Speeds And CrashesCities Rewarding Safe Drivers With Never-Ending Green Lights See Dramatic Drop In Speeds And Crashes
The US has a speeding problem, but cities like Portland and Albuquerque are trying a new approach: rewarding safe drivers with green lights. The 'Rest in Red' system uses speed radars to scan vehicle speed and activate green lights for…