Premium Gas Isn’t Always Better For Your Car. Here’s What It Actually Does Premium gas costs more, but does it deliver more power or better fuel economy? Here's what drivers need to know before filling up. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Oct 13 -
How Do Traffic Lights Know When Cars Are Waiting? Traffic lights aren't always on a timer. Some can detect cars, adapt to traffic, and change when the road gets busy. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Oct 12 -
Cold-Air Intakes Promise More Power. But Do They Really? Cold-air intakes promise more horsepower and a louder engine sound, but how much performance do they really add? By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Oct 12 -
Gas Prices Keep Climbing. Here's The Cheapest And Most Expensive Gas In Every State Gas prices remain above the $4.00 mark in the US on average, with no relief in sight. By Anthony Alaniz Lists - Oct 12 -
Red Fire Trucks Have A Surprising History Most People Don’t Know Fire trucks are famous for their red paint, but the reason behind the tradition is more surprising than you might think. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Oct 12 -
Why Is It Called A Dashboard? You use it every time you drive, but the reason cars have a “dashboard” has nothing to do with gauges, screens, or speed. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Oct 11 -
How Many Countries Does It Take To Build A Car? From batteries made in China to parts sourced across Europe, discover how many countries contribute to building a modern car today. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Oct 11 -
Your Car Suddenly Lost Power? It Could Be In Limp Mode Your car suddenly slows to a crawl? Limp mode is your car’s warning that something is wrong. Here's why you should not ignore it. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Oct 11 -
2026 Paris Motor Show: What To Expect From new EVs to Chinese automakers and long-awaited concepts, these are the brands and cars expected at the 2026 Paris Motor Show. By Jeff Perez Paris Motor Show - Oct 10 -
The Real Reason We Call The Back Of A Car A 'Trunk' Ever wondered why we call it a trunk? The answer dates back to horse-drawn carriages, travel chests, and the earliest automobiles. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Oct 10 -
The Real Reason Traffic Lights Are Red, Yellow, And Green Red, yellow, and green seem obvious, but the story behind traffic lights is stranger than you might think. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Oct 10 -
No, Red Cars Don't Automatically Cost More To Insure Think red cars cost more to insure? The truth behind this persistent insurance myth may surprise you. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Oct 9 -
Your Car Knows More About Your Driving Than You Think Modern cars can collect location and driving data, but who can access it? Here's how tracking works and how to protect your privacy. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Oct 9 -
The 27 Weirdest Concept Cars Ford Has Ever Built From nuclear-powered cruisers to 2,000-horsepower electric vans, Ford has never been afraid to get weird. By Jeff Perez Lists - Oct 9 -
Why Doesn't America Have More Small Cars? America used to sell plenty of small cars. So why did SUVs and trucks take over the roads, nearly wiping small cars out in the process? By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Oct 9 -
What Is Ceramic Coating, And Is It Worth It? Ceramic coating promises glossy paint, water-beading magic, and protection. But what does it really do for your car? By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Oct 8 -
What Actually Makes An SUV An SUV? From rugged 4x4s to tiny crossovers, SUVs have changed dramatically over the years. So what actually qualifies as one today? By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Oct 8 -
Here's Why Your Car Has An Internet Connection Your car can drive without the internet, so why is it always connected? The short answer is that cars are becoming rolling smartphones. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Oct 7 -
Porsche Confirmed A New Mid-Engine Hypercar. Here's What We Know Porsche could revive its supercar lineup with a gas-powered successor to the 918 Spyder. By Anthony Alaniz Everything We Know - Oct 7 -
Why Hybrids Get Better MPG In The City It sounds backwards, but hybrids can thrive in traffic. Here's how stop-and-go driving helps them save fuel. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Oct 7 -
Your EV Says 0%. Now What Do You Do? An EV won't simply stop without warning. Here's what happens when the battery hits 0% and what drivers should do next. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Oct 7 -
What Actually Happens If You Put Diesel In A Gas Car? Diesel fuel in a gas car can cause serious problems. Here's what happens, what to do, and why starting the engine is the worst idea. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Oct 6 -
You Bought The Car. So Why Are You Still Paying A Subscription? Some automakers want you to pay every month for features already built into your car. Here's why—and what's coming next. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Oct 6 -
There's A Reason Taxi Cabs Are Almost Always Yellow Yellow taxis are easy to spot in traffic, but the color's history goes far beyond simple visibility. By Dan Mihalascu Motor101 - Oct 6 -
