Articles - Page 2
When can you drive if a pedestrian is already on the crosswalk?
The mere presence of a person on the crosswalk does not mean a violation: the obstruction created by the car is important
Why Soviet traffic lights were inverted in 1959
Why green is at the top on railways, where red came from, and where an unusual order is preserved in the USA
Why Brake Discs Rust and Is It Dangerous
A reddish coating after several days of inactivity usually does not indicate a malfunction - the pads quickly remove surface corrosion
How to make your windshield perfectly clean
You'll only need a spray bottle, alcohol, water, a clean cloth, and a few minutes of free time
Why 22 US States Don't Require a Front License Plate
Oranges in Florida, the number 6 for $675,000, and ghost cars: how the American registration system works
Why does a car need ribs on the roof: it's not about strength
Why a sedan's roof can remain smooth, while an SUV requires longitudinal stampings
What do the numbers on a fuel truck mean and how to find the right one?
Two lines on the orange plate show how dangerous the cargo is and what fuel is being carried in the tank
Why oil, not water, is poured into a shock absorber
The viscosity of the working fluid determines the operation of the valves and the behavior of the suspension on different road irregularities
ESP OFF: why disable the stability control system
A little wheelspin is sometimes necessary to get out of a rut, and electronics can mistake it for a dangerous loss of traction
Car Warranty: Can You Do Maintenance Yourself?
Receipts for oil and parts are useful but don't always save you: in a serious dispute, a technical investigation can be decisive.
Engine "knocked" after sale: who pays for repairs?
When a buyer can really terminate the contract and why one phrase in the sales contract doesn't always protect the seller
"Atom" goes into production: can the market accept its price?
A price of almost 4 million rubles, a compact body, and a large battery: we analyze the problems the Russian electric car faces as it goes on sale.
The main mistake when loading a trailer that is dangerous at speed
Heavy load at the rear of the trailer unloads the rear axle of the car and can cause swaying
Why Soviet trucks had wooden bodies
Ease of repair, lighter weight, and metal savings made the material a rational choice
Up to 7 years for a scooter: where does a toy end and a moped begin?
A 71-year-old woman hit another pensioner, an expert recognized the vehicle as a moped, and the case went to court
Why NASCAR drives left and why cars push each other
On the fastest ovals, power is deliberately limited, turning the race into a fierce battle for every meter of the track
No OSAGO - No Debt Discharge Through Bankruptcy
The Supreme Court left the driver with debt after an uninsured accident
Turn signals on mirrors: fashion or real safety?
The location of the side repeater affects its visibility for drivers in adjacent lanes, especially when changing lanes
Electronic Handbrake: How It Works and What Breaks Down
Understanding how EPB is designed and why it's too early to write off the simple mechanical lever
Vehicle Inspection in the USA: Why It Was Abolished in Many States
Rusty pickups, unauthorized tuning, and police instead of inspectors: how car control is organized in America
Car will float with parking: an unusual solution from Japan
A simple structure made of waterproof foam and steel posts allows a car to survive sudden flooding above water
Why the entire C-segment is called "Golf"
How Volkswagen became the benchmark, Focus almost took the lead, and why crossovers are now displacing hatchbacks
Which luxury brand lasts the longest: Lexus, BMW, or Mercedes?
iSeeCars study revealed a huge gap in the probability of reaching 400,000 kilometers
Why Toyota's e-CVT is Not Like a Regular CVT
No familiar shifts: understanding why a Japanese hybrid accelerates completely differently from a car with a conventional automatic transmission
Supreme Court explains controversial overtaking rules
The sign is more important than the markings, "train" overtaking is not prohibited, and a dashcam can be the main evidence in court
Why the Russian 7-speed automatic transmission never went into mass production
The FT-703 appeared on a real Kalina, but it never reached mass production
Why the engine chokes during acceleration
Sometimes the cause of misfires is eliminated in a few minutes, but some malfunctions can lead to expensive repairs
Diesel in Russia: Why Demand Continues to Fall
Experts explained why a surplus of fuel does not lead to an increase in the number of diesel passenger cars
PHEVs turned out to be dirtier: what real-world operation showed
ICCT study revealed a significant gap between laboratory figures and real-world emissions
Pascal's Law: How a Car's Brake System Works
From pedal to pads: how hydraulics help stop a multi-ton car