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Hyundai's most luxurious and practical SUV, the Palisade, has entered its second generation and is now available for sale in the U.S. Hyundai sold over 110,000 Palisades, representing an estimated 20 percent year-over-year growth. As of September, Hyundai has sold 92,782 units for 2025. So, there's no doubt that big, bulky SUVs, even if they aren't as efficient as EVs, are selling like hot ...

If your car runs on a traditional internal combustion engine (ICE), you already know it needs fuel, especially gas, to keep things moving. But here's something you might not have thought about: while the engine is situated up front under the hood, the fuel tank is actually tucked away at the rear, hidden underneath the car. So how does the gas make its way from one end to the other? That's ...

You're driving along, everything feels normal, and suddenly a warning pops up on the dashboard: "Reduced Engine Power." That car still moves, but it's sluggish, like it's lost its spirit. That message isn't something to ignore. It means something is definitely wrong with your powertrain, drivetrain, or other critical systems, and it needs immediate attention. Reduced engine power is a ...

Back in the day, gear changes used to be simple. You either had to row them yourself with a pressed clutch pedal or let an easy-going automatic 'box do the work at its own lazy pace. Then came the dual-clutch transmission, which made shifts much faster than a traditional automatic. The system uses a very clever dual-clutch setup (hence the name), working in tandem, and can predict your next ...

The 2026 Toyota RAV4 has just been revealed, and auto journalists across America can’t stop showering it with praise. Like the outgoing model, the RAV4 is available in both standard hybrid and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models. However, here, we'll focus on the RAV4 GR Sport, which is available only as a plug-in hybrid. I hate to break it to you, but there is no power advantage between the GR ...

The Porsche Macan GTS has been the gold standard of performance-oriented compact crossovers for years, and now that the gas-powered Macans are ending production, Porsche has debuted its all-electric replacement. Meet the 2026 Porsche Macan GTS Electric, sitting between the mid-range 4S and the top-spec Turbo. Compared to the outgoing Macan GTS, the new all-electric Macan GTS offers all the ...

Ahh, there's nothing quite like the smell of gasoline in the morning, or am I weirdo, and it's just me who enjoys it? But it's all fun until it's coming from your car when it shouldn't be. If you start the engine, or maybe just walk past your parked vehicle, and suddenly there's that unmistakable smell of gas, it could mean there's something wrong. It's not normal, to be honest. While a ...

There are a few things that can ruin your day behind the wheel faster than seeing the check engine light start flashing at you. It's the tiny orange engine icon on the driver's display, or the instrument console that appears when there's an issue with your vehicle's engine. While a steady check engine light usually hints at a minor problem, a flashing one means your car's engine needs ...

If you've ever taken a turn a little too quickly and felt your car react in an unexpected way, you've likely brushed up against the concepts of understeer and oversteer. These aren't just racing terms you hear from Jeremy Clarkson; they're real driving dynamics that affect everyday drivers like us. If you're an enthusiast who wants to play around the corners at high speeds, understanding ...

For most drivers, the words 'timing belt' and 'timing chain' don't mean much until their favorite mechanic points out that they're damaged and need replacement. The timing system in your engine is one of the most crucial parts of your vehicle. It keeps the crankshaft and camshaft rotating perfectly in sync, so that the valves open and close at just the right moments during each cylinder's ...