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Despite their "Top Gun" fame, the United States decommissioned the last of its F-14 Tomcats in 2006. But Iran had them, and kept flying them. Here's why.

Can you trade in a car whose loan you're still paying off? What about if you owe more than the car is worth? The answers will help you make smart decisions.

Those chrome tubes on the sides of semi-trucks look cool, but they're far from being merely cosmetic. In fact, they serve an important function.

Your vehicle's crankshaft sensor can be, well, cranky. But it's also a key part you can't do without. So what makes one fail? And how do you know if it's bad?

A recent study by the Technical University in Graz, Austria, suggests that front-facing brake lights could benefit everyone.

You might think it would be straightforward to find the quickest 0-60 time a production car ever traveled. But the answer comes with asterisks.

If you are a person who likes to get as many miles out of a vehicle as you can, Consumer Reports says these cars will make it to 200,000 miles or more.

While Dieselgate killed any remaining enthusiasm for diesel cars in the U.S., heavy duty diesel trucks are still going strong across the board. Here's why.

If you are looking for a vehicle that can handle various terrains, 4-wheel drive and all-wheel drive are both good choices. However, there are the differences.

Getting a new car can be an exciting moment, but do you need to break in certain parts first? Here's what you need to know before hitting the road.

In the sort of urban environments that encourage the short trips at which e-bikes excel, the cost of reputable and safe brands is often a nonstarter.

Knowing what the GVWR is for your RV or truck is vital to keep you safe on the road. What does it mean, though? Here's everything you need to know.

Those 10-ply tires now have another name, but they still offer advantages over other kinds of tires. Here's what a 10-ply rating means, and why you'd want it.

If you love both convertibles and electric vehicles, you may have some disappointment in store. Here's why building a convertible EV is so hard.

Cruise control can take a lot of stress off of driving, but is it safe to use while towing. Here's what you need to know before hooking up the trailer.