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My pick for a future overpriced enthusiast car is the Focus RS, but what's yours?
What Will Be The Next Overpriced Enthusiast Car? - Jalopnik
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February 20, 2026 at 2:45 PM
My pick for a future overpriced enthusiast car is the Focus RS, but what's yours?
The best of '90s GM meets the worst of '90s GM, but what's it all worth?
At $7,998, Is This 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass A Supreme Deal? - Jalopnik
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February 20, 2026 at 1:44 PM
The best of '90s GM meets the worst of '90s GM, but what's it all worth?
The tube leading into an IndyCar driver's helmet comes through the side of the car so it can provide air that's cooler than the overheated car's.
Helmet Tubes Are Just The Goofy Part Of IndyCar Cooling Systems You Can See - Jalopnik
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February 20, 2026 at 11:34 AM
The tube leading into an IndyCar driver's helmet comes through the side of the car so it can provide air that's cooler than the overheated car's.
Marine alternators must handle greater demands than a car's. They need to resist rust, have more robust cooling, and include more safety features.
Here's How Marine Alternators Are Different From The One In Your Car - Jalopnik
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February 20, 2026 at 10:57 AM
Marine alternators must handle greater demands than a car's. They need to resist rust, have more robust cooling, and include more safety features.
I'd better get that Xbox memory upgrade before it's too late.
AI Data Center Demand May Cause A New Chip Shortage That Will Affect Auto Manufacturing, Again - Jalopnik
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February 20, 2026 at 5:01 AM
I'd better get that Xbox memory upgrade before it's too late.
Luna 9 touched down on the Moon on February 3, 1966. Exactly where is still a mystery.
Lost Soviet Moon Probe Sparks Quarrel After Two Research Teams Claim Find In Different Locations - Jalopnik
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February 20, 2026 at 4:51 AM
Luna 9 touched down on the Moon on February 3, 1966. Exactly where is still a mystery.
Elizabeth Taylor chose the green color of her 1960 Roll-Royce Drophead Coupe, and it played a part in the breakup of her marriage to Eddie Fisher.
Elizabeth Taylor Made This 1960 Rolls-Royce Drophead Coupe Stunning (And Twice As Valuable) - Jalopnik
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February 20, 2026 at 4:12 AM
Elizabeth Taylor chose the green color of her 1960 Roll-Royce Drophead Coupe, and it played a part in the breakup of her marriage to Eddie Fisher.
The two 747s that are being overhauled by Boeing to meet Pentagon standards were originally built for a Russian airline that never took the jets.
Air Force One And The Boeing 747 Gifted By Qatar Will Get Trump's Tacky Paint Job After All - Jalopnik
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February 20, 2026 at 3:52 AM
The two 747s that are being overhauled by Boeing to meet Pentagon standards were originally built for a Russian airline that never took the jets.
If you have suggestions for some lesser known builders, or even a build of your own, please feel free to drop them in the comments section for future posts.
Tofu Auto Works Is Building A Race Car That Never Existed From 3D Prints And Scraps And It's Incredibly Entertaining - Jalopnik
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February 20, 2026 at 3:26 AM
If you have suggestions for some lesser known builders, or even a build of your own, please feel free to drop them in the comments section for future posts.
Costco says that the kart is "perfect for aspiring racers, young drivers, or anyone looking to add a little more excitement to their day."
You Can Buy An F1-Style GoKart From Costco For The Price Of An Xbox - Jalopnik
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February 20, 2026 at 3:09 AM
Costco says that the kart is "perfect for aspiring racers, young drivers, or anyone looking to add a little more excitement to their day."
The Rimac Nevera R is far from the typical aerobatic practice tool.
First-Ever Plane Landing On A Moving Train Took Practice With Two Electric Hypercars - Jalopnik
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February 20, 2026 at 2:46 AM
The Rimac Nevera R is far from the typical aerobatic practice tool.
Used car prices have jumped 25% since early 2020, so it's no surprise buyers are eyeing salvage cars. But as always, you get what you pay for.
What Is A Salvage Title Car And Why Is Buying One Essentially Gambling? - Jalopnik
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February 20, 2026 at 2:28 AM
Used car prices have jumped 25% since early 2020, so it's no surprise buyers are eyeing salvage cars. But as always, you get what you pay for.
The difference between LS and Vortec engines comes from their usage. Vortec engines were in trucks and SUVs while LS engines were made for performance cars.
The Difference Between LS And Vortec Engines (And Why Fans Love Them) - Jalopnik
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February 20, 2026 at 2:12 AM
The difference between LS and Vortec engines comes from their usage. Vortec engines were in trucks and SUVs while LS engines were made for performance cars.
Once the quality of cassette audio improved, car manufacturers began phasing out 8-tracks, ushering in a new listening system that quickly became mainstream.
When Did Automakers Switch From 8-Track Players To Cassette Decks? - Jalopnik
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February 20, 2026 at 1:54 AM
Once the quality of cassette audio improved, car manufacturers began phasing out 8-tracks, ushering in a new listening system that quickly became mainstream.
After the success of the Brad Pitt movie, it's the turn for actual F1 racing to hit theater screens.
Apple And IMAX Are Bringing Real F1 Races To The Big Screen - Jalopnik
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February 20, 2026 at 1:11 AM
After the success of the Brad Pitt movie, it's the turn for actual F1 racing to hit theater screens.
From BMW’s B58 and S58 to Mercedes-Benz’s M256 and Stellantis’ Hurricane, these inline-sixes are redefining performance in today’s new cars.
More Automakers Are Making New Inline-Sixes, And These Ones Are The Best - Jalopnik
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February 20, 2026 at 12:55 AM
From BMW’s B58 and S58 to Mercedes-Benz’s M256 and Stellantis’ Hurricane, these inline-sixes are redefining performance in today’s new cars.
Just two American cars featured disc brakes on all four wheels in the 1960s: the 1965 Chevrolet Corvette and the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro.
These Were The Only Two American Cars That Offered Four-Wheel Disc Brakes In The 1960s - Jalopnik
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February 20, 2026 at 12:39 AM
Just two American cars featured disc brakes on all four wheels in the 1960s: the 1965 Chevrolet Corvette and the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro.
Even people inside the Department of Homeland Security aren't convinced.
Kristi Noem's Luxurious $70 Million Deportation Plane Sure Doesn't Look Like It Was Designed With Deportations In Mind - Jalopnik
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February 20, 2026 at 12:10 AM
Even people inside the Department of Homeland Security aren't convinced.
The Swedish automaker is working on it's largest new model offensive yet, promising three new vehicles over the next three years.
A Wagon-Y Polestar 4 Variant (With A Rear Window) Is Coming This Year, And Two Brand New Models Will Follow In The Next Two Years - Jalopnik
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February 19, 2026 at 11:18 PM
The Swedish automaker is working on it's largest new model offensive yet, promising three new vehicles over the next three years.
Australia and the U.K. have more fun naming car products than the U.S., with products like Start Ya Bastard, Happy Ending finishing foam, and Dry Me a River.
Other Countries Clearly Have More Fun Naming Car Products Than America - Jalopnik
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February 19, 2026 at 10:49 PM
Australia and the U.K. have more fun naming car products than the U.S., with products like Start Ya Bastard, Happy Ending finishing foam, and Dry Me a River.
Thomas really loves his 1993 Mazda RX-7. Unfortunately, the rotary-powered sports car is not ideal for two kids in car seats. What car should he buy?
My RX-7 Is Too Cramped For The Kids! What Car Should I Buy? - Jalopnik
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February 19, 2026 at 10:26 PM
Thomas really loves his 1993 Mazda RX-7. Unfortunately, the rotary-powered sports car is not ideal for two kids in car seats. What car should he buy?
Not many people are sliding their SUV sideways on ice during a typical winter commute, but that doesn't mean it wasn't fun.
Taking A Splash-Colored 2027 Volkswagen Atlas Around A Frozen Lake Was A Blast - Jalopnik
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February 19, 2026 at 9:52 PM
Not many people are sliding their SUV sideways on ice during a typical winter commute, but that doesn't mean it wasn't fun.
What car do you think deserves a bit more respect?
February 19, 2026 at 9:07 PM
What car do you think deserves a bit more respect?
Scout also has yet to confirm the delay, telling Der Spiegel, "We currently have no update to our timeline or product plan to share."
Scout Motors Delays Production Over Unnamed 'Technical Issues': Report - Jalopnik
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February 19, 2026 at 8:32 PM
Scout also has yet to confirm the delay, telling Der Spiegel, "We currently have no update to our timeline or product plan to share."
The driver was cited for following too closely, which may be the understatement of the century.
Jaguar F-Type Driver Survives Stuffing Car Under Back Of Stopped School Bus - Jalopnik
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February 19, 2026 at 8:10 PM
The driver was cited for following too closely, which may be the understatement of the century.
