Premium gas has a higher octane rating, better resisting high-pressure engine conditions for improved performance and efficiency. High-performance, turbocharged, or high-compression engines benefit from premium gas to prevent engine knocking and pinging. Some mainstream cars like the 2024 Honda Civic may require premium gas due to their design and compression...

The Real Difference Between Regular And Premium Fuel And Why Some Cars Need It

Charging an EV or PHEV typically costs less than stopping at a gas station, particularly if you charge at home. But how much you’ll save depends entirely on the type of gas vehicle you’re switching from. Energy.gov’s most recent Fact of the Week (FOTW) shows that some gas owners see significant savings when going electric, while others see little to no difference.

How much can you save going from a gas car to an EV? Depends on vehicle type

Hydrogen combustion has emerged as one of the most promising fuel options, offering significant environmental value and performance. At a design level, these engines date back more than four decades. In 1970, inventor Paul Dieges patented a modification that enabled gas-powered internal combustion engines to run on hydrogen. Since then,...

5 Hydrogen Combustion Engines Set to Break the Mold

The 2024 Corvette Stingray is a fast sports car with a 6.2-liter V-8 engine, producing 495 HP, and reaching 194 MPH top speed and 0-60 MPH in 2.9 seconds. The 2024 Corvette Stingray has a 19 MPG combined fuel efficiency, costs $68,300, and offers a coupe or convertible body type with three trims, including the high-performance LT2.

The American Sports Car With The Highest Top Speed In 2024

[Stay on top of transportation news: Get TTNews in your inbox.]. Electric vehicle prices are falling fast in the U.S., but the cheapest models remain far more costly than what other countries have on offer. The BYD Seagull sells for about $10,000 in China, the Dacia Spring starts at $20,000 in Europe, the Renault Kwid e-Tech costs $19,000 in Brazil, and the Kia Ray goes for $22,000 in South Korea.

The $25,000 Electric Car Is Coming to US Soon

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The Chevrolet Monte Carlo is a classic, perhaps best known as the car featured in "Training Day," a film starring Denzel Washington and Ethan Hawke — but it had a very rough road in the 1980s. The fourth-gen Monte Carlo gave buyers the pick of a 5.7L V8 diesel engine, better known as the Oldsmobile Diesel. In production from 1978 to 1985, this engine was plagued with problems over its entire lifetime, and it led to a steep decline in diesel engine sales.

A Look At The 5.7L Diesel V8 Engine That Powered The Chevrolet Monte Carlo

The Ford Mustang Mach-E is one of the more popular new electric cars currently available in the U.S. market. It's not selling numbers that make a dent in Tesla's market share, but considering it's only been available since 2021, it has gained monumental success. Ford is currently embarking on an aggressive electrification strategy. The F-150 Lightning is currently its hero model, as it appeals to a broader and more popular market, but the Mach-E's crossover body style and multiple battery and motor configurations affords it some impressive popularity ratings.

Here's How Much A 1-Year-Old Ford Mach-E Is Worth Today

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While some automakers hype up EVs that won't come out for another several years, Toyota does the same with combustion engines. Well ahead of their introduction in production cars, the new four-cylinder ICEs were unveiled as work-in-progress developments at the end of May. Now, the Japanese automaker’s Chief Technology Officer is providing more details about what lies ahead.

Toyota Claims Its New Combustion Engines Are a Game-Changer

A lot of old-school muscle cars still on the road have been driven a fair amount, but some have covered more miles thatn you could ever imagine.

This Muscle Car Has The Highest Mileage We've Seen So Far

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Honda has announced lease options for hydrogen-powered 2025 CR-V e:FCEV, only available in California. Lease options range between two and six years, with up to $30,000 in hydrogen fuel credits. The CR-V e:FCEV has a battery pack for plug-in charging (29 miles of range) and a hydrogen-fueled range of 270...

Honda's Hydrogen CR-V Comes With Up To $30,000 Of Free Fuel

The Tesla Model 3 and Model Y are both relatively affordable EVs, but both serve a slightly different audince - here's how they stack up.

Tesla Model 3 Vs. Model Y In-Depth Comparison

The fastest RWD sedan from an American manufacturer just so happens to be the fastest production 4-door sedan in the world. Strap in.

These Are The Fastest RWD American Sedan Of 2024

If you have always owned a gasoline-powered truck, but now own a new Cummins diesel engine truck like a Ford F-450 outfitted with a 6.7L Power Stroke Turbo Diesel V8 engine for towing an RV or other heavy-duty work, you might find yourself in unfamiliar waters with how to properly maintain it.

Avoid Destroying Your Ford, GM, or Dodge Ram Diesel Truck With This Advice

The last several months have been messy for the electric vehicle industry, to put it mildly. Major players like General Motors, Ford and Mercedes-Benz are pumping the brakes on their electrification efforts, citing uneven and unpredictable consumer demand. Many drivers remain hesitant to go electric because they’re worried about a lack of charging stations and insufficient range.

The Facts Are In: It’s Not Looking Good For Internal Combustion

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3 Signs Your Car Needs a Tune-Up

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Some farm use vehicles must obtain DMV official tags. An unofficial farm use tag not issued by theDMV used to suffice in the Commonwealth. They will no longer be sufficient for smaller vehicles in Virginia beginning July 1. Those who have these vehicles should obtain the proper tags before that date.

Smaller farm use vehicles will have to purchase DMV tags by July1

Ford has made some truly remarkable engines since the company was founded in 1903, and its motors power everything from massive trucks to iconic muscle cars, and track-bound race cars to warplanes and tanks. While it's hard to choose just five engines the U.S. automaker designed and made, we're looking at five class-leading gasoline-powered engines that arguably outshone other contemporary engines across its history. Some were chosen for their reliability, and others for sheer performance or record-breaking specifications. These are engines that Ford no longer makes, but we wish it did still, even if only for the bragging rights of owning new versions of them.

5 Gas-Powered Engines We Wish Ford Still Made

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Too few charging stations are just one reason electric vehicles struggle to catch on. Learn when you can expect that to change.

If Electric Vehicles Are Truly the Future, When Will There Be Enough Charging Stations?

For better or for worse, the Canoo Electric Truck is one of the strangest EVs on the market today. Here's everything we know about it so far.

Everything We Know About The Canoo Electric Truck

Toyota continues the 4Runner's legacy through this all-new sixth-generation SUV, and here's what it's all about.

Everything We Know About The 2025 Toyota 4Runner

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What Happens If You Put Diesel in a Gas Car?

Diesel cars are becoming less popular due to stricter emissions laws and efficient gas engines. Putting diesel in a gas car can cause major damage to...

What Happens If You Put Diesel in a Gas Car?

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