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For 1.5 million, is it better than Arkana? We figure out if the Samsung XM3 is worth buying
An honest review of the Korean crossover
Why modern cars are getting bigger and what this means for cities
European experts believe this trend is already leading to a shortage of parking spaces and propose limiting the dimensions of new cars through tax incentives
Why good painters never skimp on these four painting stages
The most frequently violated rules of color matching
Diesel runaway: what happens and how to stop the engine
Turbine, high-pressure fuel pump, or oil overflow - we analyze the main causes
Why supercar manufacturers are mass-producing crossovers: it's not just about profit
The history of the Porsche Cayenne changed the entire market: today, SUVs help sports brands finance the development of new models
Methane instead of gasoline: Is natural gas really becoming a viable alternative?
Understanding its advantages and the limits of its economy
To delete EGR or not: understanding without myths
Why the advice to "cut it out immediately" is not suitable for every car
What happens to electric car prices after three years?
Studies show that the difference in residual value between "electric cars" and internal combustion engine cars is no longer so great
7 signs of a car that has been underwater
It's worth checking the body, interior, electrics, and engine to avoid buying a problematic used car
Why Alfa Romeo Never Became the Second BMW
The Italian brand created striking cars for decades but never became a global leader in the premium segment
Magna Torrero Badlander: Coupe, Pickup, and Camper in One Vehicle
This unusual project cost 3 million dollars but remained a one-off.
VAZ-2116 "Silhouette": The Sedan That Could Have Changed AvtoVAZ
The project was developed in collaboration with Magna, ZF, and Ricardo, but never reached mass production
New J.D. Power rating changes perception of Chinese cars
Chinese cars are increasingly chosen not only for their price, but also for their build quality
A 300-ruble trip can end in a 1.5 million lawsuit: what you need to know about carsharing
Even if the accident was not your fault, money can be debited immediately
How to reduce trips to gas stations during price hikes
Driving style, tire pressure, and route can significantly reduce fuel consumption without additional costs
Why the world is abandoning gasoline faster than Russia
Understanding how rising fuel prices are changing the global automotive market
Lancia Delta Integrale: a legend that is getting more expensive
This five-door hatchback has long ceased to be just a car and has become a symbol of an entire era
Chinese are not the first: the history of automotive doppelgangers
From Cadillac to Honda: the most famous examples of selling one car under different names
MAZ-502: Minsk's First Army All-Terrain Vehicle
This truck confidently traversed where other vehicles got stuck after a few hundred meters
How Electric Vehicles Are Overcoming Their Main Problem
New batteries and 800-volt platforms reduce charging time to mere minutes
How Oldsmobile Invented a "Manual" for Automatics
Why the unusual Hurst Dual Gate selector became a legend of the American muscle car era
Moskvich-415: The Forgotten Niva Competitor
Why the promising AZLK SUV was not allowed to participate in key comparative tests
OSAGO Recalculated: Who Faces Repair Cost Increases
New RSA directories have changed the cost of spare parts and may affect future payouts
Econometer on VAZ-2107: A Forgotten Driver's Assistant
A simple device helped save fuel, find malfunctions, and control driving style
NAMI-050 "Belka": The People's Car That Never Was
The story of a Soviet microcar that could have changed the development of the domestic automotive industry
Finnish Lada Baltic: The Best "Nine" in History
The $17 million project was supposed to save Lada's position in Europe but ended prematurely.
How Engineers Tamed Diesel Engine Noise
The cause of the rumble is not only due to high compression ratios but also to the specifics of the combustion process itself.
GAZ-62B: Eight-Wheeled Monster for Swamps
An unusual transmission, four axles, and a unique chassis design made this all-terrain vehicle a true legend of proving grounds
Chinese car: what awaits after the warranty
From body elements to suspension: what difficulties arise when servicing modern cars from China