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Garage Fuel Quality Indicators: What Octane and Cetane Numbers Mean What is an octane number? What about a cetane number? Which fuel should you choose for a high-compression engine? You'll find the answers in this article. Read →

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News Which Cars Reach 400,000 km: Toyota Is 40 Times More Likely Than BMW iSeeCars analysed mileage for 395 million vehicles: only 5 in 100 reach 250,000 miles. Brands, models, why hybrids last longer and what to check before buying. News Tesla Is Winding Down the Cybertruck: Production Ends Around Mid-2027, Prices Already Up Elon Musk says Cybertruck production in Texas will wind down around mid-2027 to make room for the Cybercab robotaxi. The same day Tesla raised prices, and the cheapest version can no longer be ordered. News The Week in Cars: Li Auto Hacking, October Sales, the Monjaro Rumour and the 2027 Recycling Fee Li Auto owners in Russia are having their car accounts hacked, and the car will not start without a ransom. Plus October sales, a check of the Geely Monjaro rumour, the 2027 recycling fee and five short news items. News Is Moscow Parking More Expensive Than Europe? A Fair Comparison From 17 December parking in Moscow can cost up to 950 roubles an hour. We compared two hours in the centre of Moscow, London, Amsterdam, Paris, Berlin and other cities at the Central Bank rate, and looked at where parking is more convenient. News Truth or Show: 8 Strange Car Features and Which Ones You Can Buy Cars that drive sideways, turn on the spot, float and dance. We checked eight features: GMC CrabWalk, Mercedes G-Turn, Hyundai Mobis, Ioniq 5 N, Yangwang, NIO NOMI, Rolls-Royce. Which are in production and which were only shown. News China vs Europe: 5 Records and 5 Catches A battery swap in 2 minutes, charging in 9, an SUV that floats, Nürburgring records and a car with a flying vehicle in its trunk: how each works, how Europe answered and where the catch is.

Before you buy

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Before you buy How to Pick Up Your Car from the Dealership the Right Way If you've decided to buy a car from a dealership, it isn't enough to simply choose a model you like, pay for it, and sign the paperwork to complete the deal. Before you buy 10 Best Cars for Cyclists Here is a quick look at modern imported models that are especially well suited to carrying a bike over any distance inside their roomy cargo areas. Before you buy The Most Useless Car Features The American company J.D. Power and Associates ran a study to find out which modern car features owners actually find useful. The results showed that some drivers don't just dislike certain features. They don't even know how to use them. Before you buy European Car Classification: What Do All Those Letters Mean? Letters are commonly used to describe a car's class, but even today not everyone fully understands what a given letter actually means. Before you buy What Car to Buy for 1.5 Million Roubles: New, Used and Five Questions Before You Pay A new Haval Jolion costs from 2,099,000 roubles, not 1.45 million. We compared new car prices with the budget, looked at a used Corolla, Rio and Vesta, and listed five questions to ask before buying. Before you buy Ranking of Rankings: Why One Car Is Both the Best and the Worst J.D. Power, the German TUV, Consumer Reports and Russian insurers disagree. Using Lexus, Tesla Model Y, Mazda 2 and Volkswagen we show what each ranking counts and how to read them.

Garage

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Garage Fuel Injector Maintenance for Gasoline Engines The fuel injector plays a key role in how a modern engine runs. This article explains how to service your injection system properly. Garage Off-Road Accessories for SUVs: Bull Bars and Protective Gear What bull bars are, what they're for, how they differ, and other detailed questions answered in this article. Garage DIY Cosmetic Body Repair: Fixing Minor Scratches at Home How to get rid of minor scratches on your car's paint without a trip to the body shop. Garage Air Filters for Fuel-Injected Engines What are the trends in air filters for fuel-injected engines? What technologies are used, and what results do they deliver? Read the overview in this article. Garage Diagnosing Your Engine at Home: What to Listen, Look, and Smell For Not every car owner is a professional mechanic, and most of us don't have the means or the need to do major repairs in the garage. But... Garage Dent in Your Car Door? Fix It Yourself! Dents and scratches on vehicles are hardly a rare occurrence.

On the road

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On the road Cooking in Your Car: Which Devices Should You Use? A long-awaited break on a tiring drive is a great chance to refuel without leaving the car. Hot coffee and a hearty sandwich packed for the road lift your mood and give you energy for the rest of the trip. Food gets harder when a trip lasts several days and you don't want to eat at questionable roadside diners. On the road How to Use a Jump Starter Booster to Start Your Engine in Freezing Weather It's hard to surprise an experienced driver with a compact jump starter battery pack, and these units have become much cheaper lately. But there's a catch. Car battery terminals come in many shapes and sizes, so a jump starter doesn't always connect well to the battery, and the starter motor may fail to turn over. On the road How to Drive on Highways and Rural Roads: Useful Tips for New Drivers and Veterans Alike Today we're sharing some tips that you won't find in any vehicle maintenance manual. They're all about driving on highways and open country roads. On the road How to Drive a Manual Transmission Car: Tips for Beginners A practical guide to driving a car with a manual transmission. On the road Child Car Seats: Classification by Group Just bought a car and want to take your child along on the road? Don't forget a child car seat. On the road How to Save Gas: Practical Fuel-Saving Tips Here are some tips that can significantly cut your fuel consumption and save you money when budgets are tight.

How it works

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How it works How Does Climate Control Work in Winter? Virtually all modern vehicles come with a climate control system. Designed to keep the cabin comfortable, it works reliably in both scorching summer heat and freezing winter weather. How it works What Is Nitrous Oxide and What Is It Used For? Nitrous oxide (N2O) is one of the simplest and most effective ways to increase engine power, whether you race your car or just drive it every day. How it works What Is a Differential and How Does It Work? The automotive differential was invented nearly two hundred years ago. Its design has changed over time, but its core features and operating principles remain the same. Let's look at what a differential is and what it does in a car. How it works Shock Absorbers: Hydraulic vs. Gas-Charged Car shock absorbers are usually divided into two main groups: hydraulic and gas-charged. In reality, this classification is somewhat arbitrary, because even hydraulic shocks contain gas (air), which acts as a compensating element. How it works All-Wheel Drive: Important Facts You Should Know Do you need an all-wheel-drive car, how does the price change, and why should your stability control always stay on? Here are answers to some important questions we've gathered for you as spring approaches. How it works Your Safety Is in the Hands of Modern Technology We've already covered the anti-lock braking system (ABS), which helps the driver during emergency braking.

Test drives

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Test drives Toyota C-HR Review Lifestyle-oriented vehicles are in high demand in Europe, America and Japan. Compact crossovers confidently roam big-city streets and country roads alike. Test drives Peugeot 5008 Second-Generation Review Peugeot's "double-zero" models, the 3008, 4008 and 5008, look so much alike that it's easy to mix them up. The main difference is the wheelbase, which grows from one model to the next. That makes the 5008 the largest in the lineup: 4,641 mm (182.7 in) long, with a 2,840 mm (111.8 in) wheelbase versus 2,675 mm (105.3 in) for the 3008. Test drives Jaguar F-Pace: In-Depth Review The first crossover in Jaguar's history is called the F-Pace. It features an aluminum body, a first in its segment, and a powerful lineup of engines. Test drives Meet the Jaguar I-Pace This is the new Jaguar I-Pace, an electric vehicle with bold proportions. Its coupe-like profile pairs well with unusually large wheels, giving the car an exotic look overall. Test drives Toyota Camry: One Car for Every Market. We Test the New Sedan The new-generation Toyota Camry is built with the latest technology. It gets a new platform, a larger display and an advanced driver-assistance system. Test drives 2018 Kia Sorento Prime Review The new Kia Sorento Prime opens an exciting new chapter for crossover fans. Bold design, advanced technology, and top-level build quality all serve one purpose: making every drive unforgettable.

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Car legends

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Car legends Cursed Cars: What Is True and What Is Legend Archduke Franz Ferdinand's car and James Dean's Porsche: what is backed by documents and what was invented later.