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Nissan has had a rough year, but CEO Ivan Espinosa is optimistic that 2026 could see things change for the better.
Nissan Is In Big Trouble, But CEO Says A 'Full Blast' Of New Models Is Coming To The U.S. - Jalopnik
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November 18, 2025 at 4:58 AM
Nissan has had a rough year, but CEO Ivan Espinosa is optimistic that 2026 could see things change for the better.
GM's L87 engine has suffered from more failures and recalls than the L86, but it also has slightly more MPG efficiency and some extra features like DFM.
What's The Difference Between GM's L86 & L87 Engines? - Jalopnik
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November 18, 2025 at 4:43 AM
GM's L87 engine has suffered from more failures and recalls than the L86, but it also has slightly more MPG efficiency and some extra features like DFM.
Trikes are somewhat safer on the road than motorcycles thanks to their visibility and lower speed, but they can still tip over or get in fatal crashes.
Three Wheels Vs. Two: Are Trikes Actually Safer Than Motorcycles? - Jalopnik
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November 18, 2025 at 4:23 AM
Trikes are somewhat safer on the road than motorcycles thanks to their visibility and lower speed, but they can still tip over or get in fatal crashes.
Laser Iridium spark plugs are made by NGK for OEMs. They use a combination of iridium and platinum to increase efficiency and last longer.
Here's What Makes Laser Iridium Spark Plugs Different From Standard Iridium Plugs - Jalopnik
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November 18, 2025 at 4:05 AM
Laser Iridium spark plugs are made by NGK for OEMs. They use a combination of iridium and platinum to increase efficiency and last longer.
Preppers say that a car's emergency kit should contain plenty of food and water, an advanced first-aid kit, paper maps, and a compass.
5 Must-Have Items For Your Car Emergency Kit, According To Preppers - Jalopnik
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November 18, 2025 at 3:50 AM
Preppers say that a car's emergency kit should contain plenty of food and water, an advanced first-aid kit, paper maps, and a compass.
General Motors' four-cylinder Iron Duke drew on the proven engineering and lasted more than a decade. But it was shadowed by disastrous use in one model.
The Iron Duke: GM's Unkillable Engine That Never Got The Respect It Deserved - Jalopnik
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November 18, 2025 at 3:35 AM
General Motors' four-cylinder Iron Duke drew on the proven engineering and lasted more than a decade. But it was shadowed by disastrous use in one model.
CarEdge and KBB data show the Wrangler trailing the 4Runner and Land Cruiser in long-term value retention. Here’s how the numbers compare.
Here's How Much A 2020 Jeep Wrangler Has Depreciated After 5 Years - Jalopnik
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November 18, 2025 at 3:21 AM
CarEdge and KBB data show the Wrangler trailing the 4Runner and Land Cruiser in long-term value retention. Here’s how the numbers compare.
If you're going on vacation, leaving your parking brake off during storage can save your car from rust and corrosion. Here's why.
Why You Should Skip The Parking Brake If You're Going On Vacation - Jalopnik
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November 18, 2025 at 2:59 AM
If you're going on vacation, leaving your parking brake off during storage can save your car from rust and corrosion. Here's why.
The Mitsubishi Eclipse had a giant hood bump for the sake of fitting its 4G63 engine, providing extra clearance for the block's cam gear cover.
Here's Why The Mitsubishi Eclipse Had That Giant Hood Bump (It Wasn't For The Turbo) - Jalopnik
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November 18, 2025 at 2:41 AM
The Mitsubishi Eclipse had a giant hood bump for the sake of fitting its 4G63 engine, providing extra clearance for the block's cam gear cover.
Conventional wisdom says that a big engine will be stronger and less fuel efficient than a small one, but what if you could have the worst of both worlds?
11 Huge Engines With Surprisingly Low Horsepower - Jalopnik
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November 18, 2025 at 2:23 AM
Conventional wisdom says that a big engine will be stronger and less fuel efficient than a small one, but what if you could have the worst of both worlds?
The only two places in the world that have highways without speed limits are specific stretches of the German Autobahn and some highways on the Isle of Man.
These Are The Only Highways In The World With No Speed Limit - Jalopnik
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November 18, 2025 at 1:57 AM
The only two places in the world that have highways without speed limits are specific stretches of the German Autobahn and some highways on the Isle of Man.
These famous car brands are most strongly associated with automobiles, but in reality, their respective product portfolios are unexpectedly diverse.
These Car Brands Make More Than Just Cars - Jalopnik
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November 18, 2025 at 1:35 AM
These famous car brands are most strongly associated with automobiles, but in reality, their respective product portfolios are unexpectedly diverse.
The 747 was the largest passenger plane in the world until 2007, but bigger isn’t always better. Here's why Boeing made a smaller version.
Why Boeing Built The 747SP: The Short 747 With Long-Range Power - Jalopnik
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November 18, 2025 at 1:07 AM
The 747 was the largest passenger plane in the world until 2007, but bigger isn’t always better. Here's why Boeing made a smaller version.
The Bugatti Veryon, Koenigsegg Gemera, and Hennessey Venom transmissions can reach 1,000 HP, and so can custom gearboxes from Randy's Transmissions and ATI.
These Transmissions Can Handle 1000 HP (Or More) - Jalopnik
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November 18, 2025 at 12:33 AM
The Bugatti Veryon, Koenigsegg Gemera, and Hennessey Venom transmissions can reach 1,000 HP, and so can custom gearboxes from Randy's Transmissions and ATI.
The revived KLE500 is an all-new design, and will be coming to the States as well as the rest of the world.
Kawasaki Revives The KLE500 – And This Time, US Riders Get A Shot - Jalopnik
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November 17, 2025 at 11:57 PM
The revived KLE500 is an all-new design, and will be coming to the States as well as the rest of the world.
According to Consumer Reports, some of the cars with the most comfortable seats include the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, the Audi A8, and the Mazda CX-50.
The Most Comfortable Car Seats, According To Consumer Reports - Jalopnik
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November 17, 2025 at 11:23 PM
According to Consumer Reports, some of the cars with the most comfortable seats include the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, the Audi A8, and the Mazda CX-50.
You wouldn't know it from looking at the outside, which looks entirely stock. It even has the original wheels.
This V8-Swapped Chevy Sonic Is The Ultimate Expression Of Asking 'Why Not?' - Jalopnik
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November 17, 2025 at 10:58 PM
You wouldn't know it from looking at the outside, which looks entirely stock. It even has the original wheels.
A Maryville, Tennessee, police officer escorting Vance's motorcade to an RNC fundraiser was involved in a crash with a Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper.
What The Heck Is Going On With JD Vance's Motorcade? - Jalopnik
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November 17, 2025 at 10:27 PM
A Maryville, Tennessee, police officer escorting Vance's motorcade to an RNC fundraiser was involved in a crash with a Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper.
Consumer Reports says Michelin makes the best all-weather tires, with impressive performance in snow traction and ice braking.
These Are The Best All-Weather Tires, According To Consumer Reports - Jalopnik
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November 17, 2025 at 10:13 PM
Consumer Reports says Michelin makes the best all-weather tires, with impressive performance in snow traction and ice braking.
The 2020 Subaru Outback has lost anywhere from 40% to 43% of its value in the last 5 years. Its current prices are estimated at between $15,000 and $20,690.
Here's How Much A 2020 Subaru Outback Has Depreciated After 5 Years - Jalopnik
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November 17, 2025 at 9:47 PM
The 2020 Subaru Outback has lost anywhere from 40% to 43% of its value in the last 5 years. Its current prices are estimated at between $15,000 and $20,690.
Union members at Boeing's St Louis factories voted to end the second-longest strike in its history, which hobbled production of the Pentagon's air fleet.
Boeing Machinist Union Ends Three-Month Strike, Can Start Making Fighter Jets Again - Jalopnik
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November 17, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Union members at Boeing's St Louis factories voted to end the second-longest strike in its history, which hobbled production of the Pentagon's air fleet.
That is, in technical terms, very bad.
So It Turns Out Most Satellites Don't Encrypt Your Data, And Anyone Can Listen In - Jalopnik
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November 17, 2025 at 8:57 PM
That is, in technical terms, very bad.
Only two airports were complying with the emergency order when President Trump put Sharpie marker to paper to end the shutdown last Wednesday.
FAA Ends Flight Cuts, But Airlines Stopped Caring When The Shutdown Ended - Jalopnik
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November 17, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Only two airports were complying with the emergency order when President Trump put Sharpie marker to paper to end the shutdown last Wednesday.
Spark plug fouling can be caused by dirty injectors or overly-rich fuel/air mixtures. Keeping up with maintenance and replacing plugs can help avoid fouling.
What Causes Spark Plug Fouling? - Jalopnik
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November 17, 2025 at 8:25 PM
Spark plug fouling can be caused by dirty injectors or overly-rich fuel/air mixtures. Keeping up with maintenance and replacing plugs can help avoid fouling.
Remember when Elon Musk was the only automotive CEO pandering to President Donald Trump?
Toyota Chairman Goes Full MAGA At NASCAR-Inspired Event He Threw In Japan - Jalopnik
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November 17, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Remember when Elon Musk was the only automotive CEO pandering to President Donald Trump?