Car Makes & Models

Many late-model vehicles include a new type of technology called wireless keys, smart keys or advanced keys. Chrysler calls the feature "Keyless Go." Using your wireless key may be difficult at...

When an automobile company manufactures a vehicle, it assigns the vehicle a unique number that is used to identify it and to differentiate it from similar vehicles. This number is necessary to...

Every car contains a vehicle identification number (VIN) that provides information about where and when the auto was manufactured, the model year and the body style. The 17-character sequence of...

All makes and models of vehicles have a vehicle identification number (VIN). This includes all Chevrolet trucks. With the VIN, it is possible to figure out what country the Chevy truck was made...

The 2009 Lexus SC 430 and 2009 Ford Mustang GT are sporty vehicles with little in common except for speed. The luxury Lexus starts at $66,805. The Mustang begins at a base of $20,430.

All vehicles, no matter where they are made or what company they are made by have a vehicle identification number (VIN). These numbers, if deciphered properly, can tell you where the car...

The Chevrolet Equinox was introduced in 2005 as part of General Motors' radical new design approach to its mid-sized SUV offerings. The five-passenger vehicle had such initial success that dealers...

At some point every car owner whose engine has a timing belt will need to replace that belt -- either as part of regular maintenance or when it breaks and leaves them stranded. This begs the...

General Motors does not supply car videos directly to consumers but does provide videos to the Motor Trends Web site. This site presents streaming video of General Motors cars and is free for...

Chevrolet is a division of General Motors Corporation. Chevrolet sells cars, trucks and SUVS. Chevy engines are no different than other General Motors engines; the company uses many of the same...

Many Chevrolet cars, as well as other GM vehicles, are equipped with a universal remote system. The system can be recognized by the three buttons surrounded by a garage icon. The company that...

Identifying an engine can come in handy. For one, if it's at a junkyard and you're looking at it for a future project, knowing what you've got is helpful. For two, it helps find parts for your...

Transmissions built for the B16A-series of engines came into use on various Honda models throughout the late 80's and 90's. Transmissions from early in this period can have some trouble in higher...

American automaker General Motors has offered many different engines in its Chevrolet line of cars, trucks and SUVs. While some of these engines were unique to the Chevy brand, others were shared...

The 2003 SVT (Special Vehicle Team) Mustang Cobra and the 2002 Toyota Supra may be two turbocharged cars manufactured on opposite ends of the world, but their performance in speed and handling are...

Each auto manufacturer assigns a specific code to paint colors. This number may change from year to year, as minor differences in paint colors may occur. You'll need the paint color code if you...

Do you like Mustangs but don't know how to identify them? Follow these easy steps and learn how to easily identify the most popular pony car ever made!

Ford makes a number of variations in body style and door configuration for each of its F-Series pickup trucks. The company gears each toward a different demographic.

In the early 20th century, automobile manufacturing was at the cutting edge of innovation. After World War II, car companies began to turn their attentions to domestic vehicles and how to make...

Calculating frontal area can be of interest when, for example, determining the profile of a vehicle. Contour matters for wind resistance, but so does frontal area. There are several possible ways...

To properly maintain your vehicle's paint, you have to wash and wax it regularly. For most cars, this isn't a big deal. But if the car is painted black, the job is often more difficult. Scratches...

The Peugeot 206 XS is one of the trims of the Peugeot 206. It is part of a family of subcompact cars that French automaker Peugeot started making in 1998.

The Ford Mustang and the AC Cobra debuted in the 1960s. However, while the British-made Cobra ceased production in 1967, Ford still continues to make the Mustang, which has become the company's...

Peugeot is a leading French automaker and a subsidiary of PSA Peugeot Citroën, which is the second-argest auto manufacturer in Europe. The Peugeot company was initially in the business of...

The Honda Element made its debut in 2003. Many car and SUV enthusiasts consider the Element an ideal road trip vehicle with its multiple seat configurations and generous square footage. Although...

According to the International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers, over 52 million passenger cars were manufactured around the world in 2008. Of that total, about 660,00 passenger...

The Nissan Skyline is a line of luxury tuner cars manufactured by Nissan. The Skyline has gained recent popularity as a performance-based vehicle.

Chevrolet, commonly referred to as "Chevy," is one of the most well known American car brands. Although Chevrolet was originally founded as a luxury brand, the company has developed a reputation...

Owning the Citroen of your dreams is difficult if you live in the United States, but it's not impossible. Many classic Citroens already drive along our streets, and you might be able to find one...

Most automobile owners are aware that their vehicle has a unique Vehicle Identification Number, or VIN. Since 1980, each vehicle has been given a 17-digit alphanumeric code that is unique to every...

Primary drive engines for moving an automobile come in three main types: piston, electric and rotary. Automotive engines were once greatly varied (and experimental), but modern car manufacturers...

Nitro cars are one of the fastest types of vehicles, which makes them perfect for automotive racing. The cars move faster than NASCAR vehicles and produce more horsepower than nearly every type of...

The Comanche was a compact pickup truck produced by Jeep. It was introduced while Jeep was owned by American Motors Corporation, but remained in production after the Jeep brand was acquired by...

Automotive suspension systems use a combination of springs, shocks, struts and stabilizers that serve to dampen bumps and jolts created by a moving car over uneven terrain. Many manufacturers have...

General Motors has been a part of U.S. automotive history almost as long as the automobile itself. The company grew into an America icon and was part of the Dow Jones Industrial Average for 84...

The Kia Sportage is a small SUV sold by Kia Motors of America, a Korean automaker. The Sportage was originally introduced in 1995, and was sold until 2003. Kia revived the nameplate and began...

The 17-digit VIN, or Vehicle Identification Number, was introduced as a means to track and record vehicles in 1982. Chrysler Corporation adheres to the 17-digit VIN, as do all other auto...

Turbocharging and supercharging are two of the most common ways of getting more power and performance from a car's engine. But while both are forms of forced induction, which means forcing more...

Jeep is a name that has grown to be synonymous with many facets of American life, ranging from military to recreation. The Jeep label has been navigating the country and the world for the better...

Do-it-yourself car design is all about a few simple sketching techniques you can learn quickly and spend a lifetime enjoying. A few drafting supplies, a sketch pad and a love of cars are the only...

The Mini is a worldwide icon of efficiency, uniqueness and fun. It has enjoyed years of popularity since its inception in 1959, becoming a cultural icon in the 1960s. The Mini was developed for...

The Volkswagen GTI and the Renault Megane RS have been competing in Europe as two of the best hot hatchbacks money can buy since 2004. That is when the Megane Renault Sport, or RS, was introduced....

The Impreza is a compact car from Japanese automaker Subaru. Unlike its competitors, Subaru has always offered all-wheel-drive as an option on the Impreza, which is normally a front-wheel-drive...

The Impreza is a sport-compact car manufactured by the Japanese auto manufacturer Subaru. If you lose the keyless remote for your Impreza or just want to add an additional remote, you will first...

Subaru's all-wheel drive technology stands apart from other AWD and four-wheel drive (4WD) systems. Despite the potential for confusion, AWD and 4WD aren't the same thing: Many differences exist...

The first modern automobile was introduced in 1886, but it wasn't until the Ford Model T was mass-produced beginning in 1908 that the car became an affordable mode of transportation for...

The Honda Accord has proven to be one of the more resilient automotive name-plates in history, trailing only Honda's own Civic and the Toyota Corolla for longest running production passenger...

The Chevrolet Impala was introduced in the 1950s and has come and gone throughout the years. In the 2000s, it re-emerged as one of the leading sedans in the market and has a good reputation as a...

The Chevrolet Caprice has gone down in the annals of car history as one of the premier full-size, rear-wheel drive American V8s to survive into the "modern" era. The Caprice was made for over 30...