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The Government Is Coming For Your Mods – And You’re Helping Them
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OBD-II Is A Joke – Real Mechanics Use A Vacuum Gauge And A Screwdriver
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Stop Butchering Survivors: The Dark Side Of The Restomod Boom
The restomod trend is destroying irreplaceable classic cars in the name of 'improvement.' Learn why cutting up survivors erases automotive history—and why originality is the future of collecting.
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Why Your Grandpa’s Chevy 350 Will Outlive Your Tuner Car’s 2JZ
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The Automaker Wars No One Talks About: Niche Competitions In Weird Segments
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How The Auto Industry Forgot How To Build Real Engines
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The Science Behind Inline-Six And V6 Engines – Which Is Superior?
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Why ‘Built, Not Bought’ Is the Most Toxic Mentality In Car Culture
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The Dying Art Of Carb Tuning: Why Mechanics Miss The Old Ways
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From Milan To Mumbai: How Fiat’s ‘Tris’ Electric Trike Stacks Up Against India’s Legendary Autos
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Discover the key differences between 4-cylinder and 6-cylinder engines, including power, efficiency, and reliability. Learn whether a turbocharged 4-cylinder or a V6 is the right choice for your driving needs in this detailed comparison.
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Pierce the buzz about the 2026 Toyota Celica. From official hints to trademark filings, we preview the new Celica's performance, tech features, and design elements that have fans and enthusiasts eagerly awaiting its return.
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The 2025 sports car market is hotter than ever, blending cutting-edge tech with raw power. Explore our ranked list of the year’s best, including Lotus Emira, Corvette Z06, and BMW M2 CS—find your dream ride today!
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The 2020 BMW M2 CS Stage 3 Package transforms BMW’s compact beast into a 650HP track weapon. We dive into hybrid turbos, forged internals, and the tuners behind its savage performance.
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Welcome to Cars & Horsepower, a site founded by a HotCars reject who knew better than to retire. We live to spark hot-button conversations about automobiles on the market or elsewhere.
We are building a team of passionate journalists and industry experts who are proud gearheads and enjoy bringing our readers up to speed with what's going on in the industry. Purchasing a car is a significant investment, and this site exists to ensure that readers have all the information they need to make more rewarding decisions.
Our mission is to deliver current and relevant information about new, used, and classic cars. We're just as excited about prototypes and concepts as we are about motorbikes, military vehicles, and just about everything else with horsepower and related technologies.
Wherever and whenever possible, we will test drive cars extensively and provide our readers with detailed reviews that cover everything from performance and safety to technology and design. Whether you are an auto shopper or a curious gearhead, Cars & Horsepower feel your pulse.
We believe transparency and honesty are keys to building trust with readers. That's why we never accept payment or incentives for positive reviews. Our guides are 100% unbiased and based solely on experience and verified data.
Since everyone's motoring needs are different, we feature compact cars, SUVs, luxury vehicles, JDMs, supercars, EVs, powertrains, and everything else in-between and beyond. Our goal is to provide something for everyone, no matter your preferences or budget.
Thank you for choosing Cars & Horsepower as your source for all things automotive. We hope our reviews, guides, and features keep you excited about automobiles and help you make smarter choices, whether you're car hunting or talking shop at the bar.
We are building a team of passionate journalists and industry experts who are proud gearheads and enjoy bringing our readers up to speed with what's going on in the industry. Purchasing a car is a significant investment, and this site exists to ensure that readers have all the information they need to make more rewarding decisions.
Our mission is to deliver current and relevant information about new, used, and classic cars. We're just as excited about prototypes and concepts as we are about motorbikes, military vehicles, and just about everything else with horsepower and related technologies.
Wherever and whenever possible, we will test drive cars extensively and provide our readers with detailed reviews that cover everything from performance and safety to technology and design. Whether you are an auto shopper or a curious gearhead, Cars & Horsepower feel your pulse.
We believe transparency and honesty are keys to building trust with readers. That's why we never accept payment or incentives for positive reviews. Our guides are 100% unbiased and based solely on experience and verified data.
Since everyone's motoring needs are different, we feature compact cars, SUVs, luxury vehicles, JDMs, supercars, EVs, powertrains, and everything else in-between and beyond. Our goal is to provide something for everyone, no matter your preferences or budget.
Thank you for choosing Cars & Horsepower as your source for all things automotive. We hope our reviews, guides, and features keep you excited about automobiles and help you make smarter choices, whether you're car hunting or talking shop at the bar.