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The 65-mph Whistle: A No-Guess Guide to Wind Noise, Door Seals, and Loose Trim
The 65-mph whistle: why it shows up right when you’re trying to relaxI’m Brian O’Connor, based in Chicago, with an engineering background in automotive design. I’ve chased this exa…
Jan 28, 2026
Automatic Emergency Braking in the U.S.: What the Rule Actually Requires and How It Feels on the Road
A new federal line in the sand and what it does (and doesn’t) meanIn Los Angeles traffic, you learn the choreography of near-misses. A Prius darts into a gap that isn’t really a ga…
Jan 28, 2026
Brake Feel & Pedal Vibration: Pads vs Rotors vs ABS A No-Guess Guide
The Subtle Messages Beneath Your Brake PedalStep on the brake pedal of any modern car performance coupe, heavy-duty pickup, or family SUV and you’re instantly in conversation with …
Jan 25, 2026
Over-the-Air Updates in Modern Cars: Benefits, Risks, and How to Avoid Update Nightmares
The New Frontier: Cars That Update ThemselvesPicture this: It’s a crisp California morning, and your EV is sipping electrons in the driveway. You climb in, coffee in hand, expectin…
Jan 25, 2026
2025 Honda Civic Hybrid Review: City MPG Reality, Noise, and Interior Ergonomics
First Impressions: The Civic Finds Its (Hybrid) GrooveIt's a chilly morning in Detroit, and as I unlock the 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid, a faint buzz from the car’s wake-up sequence re…
Jan 25, 2026
Winter Windshield Ice: What Works, What Ruins Paint, and Quick Prevention
Morning Fights with Frost: The Realities of Winter WindshieldsNew York mornings can be merciless. Step outside in January and your windshield might be sealed under a stubborn layer…
IIHS 2026 Crash-Test Updates: What Changed and Which Body Styles Are Most Affected
The IIHS Turns Up the Heat: What’s New for 2026 Crash Testing?Change is a constant in the auto industry, but the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has a knack for shaki…
Jan 22, 2026
Chevrolet Equinox EV Review: Range in the Cold, Charging Curve, Daily Usability
First Impressions: Familiar Face, Electric HeartThe Chevrolet Equinox EV marks a pivotal turn for General Motors, translating one of its most popular crossovers into an all-electri…
Jan 22, 2026
DIY Cabin Air Filter Swap: The $20 Maintenance Most Drivers Forget
The Forgotten Filter: Why It Matters More Than You ThinkThere’s a certain satisfaction in the subtle whoosh of a climate control system that’s working exactly as it should. It’s on…