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The Pontiac GTO is often regarded as the car that kicked off the muscle car era. We explain what GTO stands for and where those letters originated.

What Does GTO Stand For On The Pontiac Muscle Car?

Just because a car brand goes the way of the dinosaur doesn't mean that it can't be fondly remembered for years after. Take, for instance, Pontiac, which rose to prominence throughout the 20th century under the General Motors umbrella after starting out under Oakland Motor Car in the 1920s. It came to light in 2009 that GM was retiring the brand, shifting focus primarily to Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac. With that, Pontiac was a thing of the past by 2010. Nevertheless, there are a few classic Pontiac cars we'd like to see make a comeback someday, with the Pontiac GTO deservedly among them.

How Much Horsepower Does A 2006 Pontiac GTO 6.0 Have?

The French car industry has put out some iconic cars over the decades, but as nice as production cars are, nothing quite matches the coolness of a wild concept.

The 10 Most Ridiculous French Concept Cars We Wish Made Production

You probably know what most of the letters on your gear shift mean, but have you ever seen the letter B? Here's what that means and when you might use it.

What Does The 'B' Stand For In Your Car's Gear Shift And When Should You Use It?

Your car's title is the legal document you need to prove you own the car, but you may be surprised to find out that there is more than one kind of title.

8 Types Of Car Titles You Should Be Aware Of And What They Mean

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Actor Clarence Williams III, best known as the super cool undercover cop Lincoln "Linc" Hayes on TV's classic crime drama, The Mod Squad, died three years ago from colon cancer at 81 years old. This is the story of a talent that lives on.

The Tragic Death of 'Mod Squad'/'Purple Rain' Actor Clarence Williams III: Three Years Later

Since the widespread adoption of automatic transmissions, manuals have mostly been associated with performance cars. Slapping through the gears while winding out the engine is a thrilling experience, and nothing launches a 426 Street Hemi off the line like a four-speed. Now that trucks have become daily drivers and even luxury vehicles, they mostly have automatics, but manual transmissions used to be the standard in pickups.

The Only American-Built Pickup Truck With A Manual Transmission

Diesel engines are used for a wide variety of purposes where torque is important. But what makes diesel engines so torquey?

This Is Why Diesel Engines Put Out So Much More Torque

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, known for his prowess on the football field, made a personal announcement during a press conference on Tuesday. The three-time Super Bowl champion revealed that he and his wife, Brittany Mahomes, are expecting their third child and that this will be their last.

Patrick Mahomes Reveals He's 'Done' Having Kids with Wife Brittany Mahomes After Baby No. 3

The Maginot Line was an engineering marvel that France hoped would prevent any further incursions. Here's what it was and why it failed to function as intended.

What Was The Maginot Line And Why Did It Fail In WWII?

Aircraft carriers are already one of the most impressive vehicles on the face of the planet, but right now, there is one that stands above the rest.

Which Is The Most Advanced Aircraft Carrier In The World?

The Dodge Charger has undergone significant transformations since its inception, but it’s the classic models that continue to ignite passion among automotive enthusiasts. While the second-generation muscle cars undeniably hold a special place in many hearts, the third-generation Charger often flies under the radar despite being a sales behemoth.

Rediscovering the 1973 Dodge Charger SE: A Luxurious Evolution of the Classic Muscle Car with a Powerful 400 V8 Engine

Kawasaki is quite the hydra of a company, with multiple divisions producing all kinds of products. However, its arguable flagship offering is its line of motorcycles, launching in 1962 with the release of the Kawasaki B8. Throughout the years, motorcycle enthusiasts have seen various celebrated bikes hit the streets, including some incredibly fast ones that are best left to seasoned riders. Unfortunately, the rich history of Kawasaki motorcycles features quite the unsavory renaming of one of its motorcycles. The model in question has become known colloquially within the motorcycle community as "The Widowmaker."

Which Kawasaki Motorcycle Was Nicknamed 'The Widowmaker'?

The Moto Tag and Samsung SmartTag2 trackers are great for Android users, but which one is better? Here is everything you need to know before buying.

Moto Tag Vs. Samsung SmartTag2: Which Is Better For Android Users?

The 2025 Suburban is one of the biggest, most comfortable rides you'll find on the market, and it is getting a few improvements we're really looking forward to.

4 New Features We're Excited About In The 2025 Chevrolet Suburban

Diesel engines have an interesting history and differ from gasoline engines in a variety of ways that the casual driver may not know.

11 Things You Might Not Know About Diesel Engines

WD-40 has an astonishing amount of uses, but some surfaces and projects you should keep it away from. Here are 10 mistakes you might make with WD-40.

10 Mistakes You Might Be Making When Using WD-40

Discontinued some time ago, the high-performance Ford Focus RS remains a hot target on the used vehicle market, and more recently, the collector car space as well. In that regard, we’ve seen some nice Ford Focus RS models hit the auction block over the past few months, many of them commanding a premium in the process. That’s certainly likely to be true with this stellar 2016 Ford Focus RS as well, given how few miles it has on the odometer.

2016 Ford Focus RS With 500 Miles Up For Auction

There are plenty of reasons why you might delete messages from your iPhone: they're sensitive, they're spam, you need to free up space, or you simply want to avoid clutter. Plus, who needs a digital archive of pizza discount codes and verification PINs? But if, during this cleanup, you accidentally delete a message you didn't intend to, don't panic. There are a couple of ways to retrieve deleted text messages from your iPhone without much hassle.

How To Recover Deleted Text Messages On Your iPhone

If you have never filled a butane torch lighter before, the process can be a little intimidating. Don't worry, SlashGear will walk you through how to do it.

When Was The Last Pontiac GTO Model-Year Made And How Rare Are They?

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