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Citroën DS was ahead of its time: why the French car was given a single-spoke steering wheel
The DS 19 design was engineered to reduce the risk of injury in a frontal collision
Battery in the trunk: what are the pros and cons of an unusual layout
Relocating helps adjust weight distribution and protect from engine heat, but complicates maintenance and can cause issues when discharged
Four mistakes when driving over speed bumps that damage the suspension
The bump profile, vehicle condition, and driver actions affect the load
How to inspect a used car body before buying
High-strength steel requires adherence to factory repair technology, and corrosion resistance depends not only on zinc, but also on sealants, primer, and maintenance
Volvo Seat Belt: What Nils Bohlin Really Invented
The 1955 patent changed the history of automotive standards
Women are less likely than men to consider electric vehicles fast
BMW study revealed differences in the assessment of dynamics, range, and charging requirements of electric cars
Why Omoda, Geely, and Chery are getting new names
Scrappage fee and localization are changing the Russian car market: familiar Chinese models are transitioning to new Russian brands
The car suddenly became noisy: what to check first
How to understand from the nature of the sound what exactly caused the hum, whistle, or rattling in the car
CV joint crunching when turning: what to do
A torn boot does not yet mean the death of the joint, but a characteristic sound during acceleration already requires checking its working surfaces
Why America Built Cities for Cars
A hundred years ago, the US had the largest tram network in the world, but today, suburban life is often impossible without a car
Dirty Injectors: Symptoms and Cleaning Methods
Deposits change the fuel spray pattern and can lead to unstable engine operation, increased consumption, and starting problems
Crossing a solid line doesn't always lead to license suspension: we analyze all cases
Lane change, turn, U-turn, obstacle bypass, and driving into oncoming traffic: punishment depends on the specific situation
Fines, OSAGO, and Fuel: Innovations for Drivers in October 2026
What changes are actually coming into force and what popular social media messages are not confirmed
What can be changed in a car without coordination with the State Traffic Inspectorate
We deal with lighting, wheels, tinting, additional equipment, and structural changes, taking into account current requirements
Why does a car brake worse in autumn even without snow and ice?
Understanding how water, road surface, temperature, and tires change car behavior
What to lubricate caliper guide pins with: common mistakes
Unsuitable lubricant can damage the dust boot or hinder operation
Why a balanced wheel still vibrates at speed
Disc deformation, tire inhomogeneity, dirt on the hub, and improper seating can go unnoticed
High beam, low beam, or DRL: which light should a driver turn on?
Key traffic regulations for lighting devices, common driver errors, and the penalties for them
Why Car Windows Constantly Fog Up
What to check yourself if the windshield is constantly covered with moisture from the inside during a trip
Why the Chinese automotive industry is caught in a price trap
Production and exports remain huge, but companies face falling margins and weak brand issues
120 Years of Attempts to Replace the Wiper: Why Even Tesla Failed
The simplest solution is still better than ultrasound, lasers, and self-cleaning coatings
VAZ-2115 Spoiler: More Than Just a Trunk Decoration
The part changes the airflow, affects rear window contamination, and also serves as a mount for an additional brake light
Deep tread is deceptive: how winter tires age
Why a five-year-old tire can be noticeably inferior to a new one even with good external condition and sufficient tread depth
5 things to put in your car before winter
Why not just a brush and a scraper are useful in the trunk: assembling a practical motorist's kit
What to check in your spare tire before the first puncture
Pressure, fasteners, and water in the niche - what to monitor to avoid being stranded without a wheel at night on the road
Why the V10 Disappeared from Modern Production Cars
Ten cylinders weren't a bad idea, but their advantages became increasingly difficult to justify
Why the accelerator pedal controls air, not gasoline
What the throttle, injectors, air sensor, and lambda probe do in a modern injection system
Why Lithium Batteries Haven't Replaced Lead-Acid in Cars
Same capacity, but different weight, price, and cold-weather behavior: comparing two technologies
Inline-six: How the Engine Balances Itself
How crankshaft geometry allows for compensation of forces and moments that cause vibrations
Tire pressure drops in cold weather: what to do
The first frosts can trigger a warning even on a perfectly working car - we explain why