Turning a $500 ranger into a $150,000 Baja truck... then tragedy struck

Donut takes a hard look back at the Ranger build that started as a $500 work truck and turned into a $150,000 desert racing machine. The goal was to create a Baja-ready weapon, but the desert punished every weak point—radius arms snapped, alternators failed, body panels cracked, and parts shook loose. The biggest lesson was simple: without real endurance testing, even expensive builds will break. Despite the chaos, the Baja Blaster still managed to finish and take first in class. Now they’re rebuilding the weak points and planning to race it again.

McLaren 750S to be discontinued in 2027, last units now available to order

McLaren has announced that the 750S production will conclude in 2027. The supercar features 740hp of power, revised dynamics, and extensive personalisation options through MSO.

Model continues changing oil in her 2005 GMC Yukon XL

Rachel Pizzolato continues changing the oil in her 2005 GMC Yukon XL.

When Ha-Go tanks ambushed M3 Stuarts

On December 22, 1941, five American light tanks rushed toward Japanese forces on Luzon and soon found themselves in the first tank battle between U.S. and Japanese forces. The Americans initially had the advantage in armor and firepower, with enemy shells repeatedly bouncing off their vehicles, but jammed guns, inexperienced crews, concealed Japanese positions, and a bold ramming attack quickly complicated the fight. One American tank was crippled after the collision and later penetrated through a weak spot, while additional Japanese tanks arrived and forced the remaining Americans to withdraw. Surrounded and unable to continue fighting, the stranded crew eventually surrendered and spent the next three years in captivity. Pasted text

Loading & firing Europe’s most advanced howitzer ever made

Nordschleife drivers correct slides before reaching the barriers

This Nürburgring Touristenfahrten compilation brings together some of the most notable slides, close saves, fast laps, and driving mistakes seen across the Nordschleife. The footage follows performance cars through busy traffic, quick corners, elevation changes, and sections where grip disappears without much warning. From cars running wide to drivers correcting oversteer before reaching the barriers, each highlight focuses on the specific incidents that make public sessions so unpredictable.

MG Windsor Indulge Edition to get Shadow Gold colour

MG Windsor Indulge Edition will not come with mechanical changes.

5 auto ancillary stocks with FY27 revenue targets, margin guidance and expansion plans to keep on your radar

India, Oct. 10 -- The auto ancillary sector is heading into FY27 with companies focusing on capacity expansion, improving margins, exports, and higher revenue. While demand conditions remain important, management guidance provides a clearer view of how companies expect their businesses to perform. This list looks at five auto ancillary stocks where management has shared specific FY27 targets or guidance, giving investors a way to compare their...

Famous car people’s first cars

Many of the people featured in this story, including Rowan Atkinson, drive or own some of the world's best cars - but where did they all start?

The diesel pact, double standards and the price of strategic partnership

On October 9, President Donald Trump announced an agreement with President Vladimir Putin for Russian diesel supplies to the US and global markets. Trump said Russia would supply more than 300,000 tonnes immediately, 500,000 tonnes in November and further shipments that could bring the announced total to roughly 4.8 million tonnes. The US Treasury ...

How the US Air Force resupplies its THAAD missile launcher in record time

Treasures of the Audi museum

The museum includes limousines with fish scale-infused paint, barn finds and rally icons - and plenty of cars that are not, strictly speaking, Audis...

Jaguar Type 01 unveiled: Price, range, design, features and other details

Jaguar has unveiled the Type 01 electric GT, featuring up to 1,016hp, 1,365Nm of torque and a claimed 400-mile EPA range.

More power, E100 compatible: This is what Suzuki's future engines could be like

Suzuki is working on a new generation of petrol engines that could bring more power, turbocharging and alternative-fuel compatibility to its future India-bound models.

The benefits of purchasing a used luxury car over a new non-luxury vehicle

Exploring the advantages of purchasing a used luxury car compared to a new non-luxury vehicle reveals considerations around warranty, performance, and features that can influence buyer decisions.

Interesting engines we forgot all about

If Bugatti’s quad-turbocharged W16 is unique but memorable, here are those engines that are forgotten and distinctive

Supercars that were never built

Supercars may be few and far between on normal roads, but you'd be even harder pressed to spot these

What happens inside a Paladin howitzer when it loads and fires massive rounds?

Automatic gearbox stuck? 5 simple hacks every driver should know before calling a tow truck

If your automatic gearbox gets stuck, don’t panic. The issue is often linked to a faulty brake switch, shift lock system, low transmission fluid, or electronic glitches. Simple checks like using the shift lock release or restarting the car can help temporarily, but professional inspection is recommended.

Toyota Fortuner Leader edition launched at ₹36.51 lakh. Check new features & booking details

Toyota is giving its best-selling SUV a premium upgrade — but is the Leader Edition worth the premium? Here’s what buyers get — and what they don’t.

Skoda Slavia facelift: 5 key highlights you need to know

The Skoda Slavia facelift brings an eight-speed automatic, rear-seat massage, updated styling, Google-powered AI features, a 360-degree camera and six variants, with prices starting at Rs 9.99 lakh.

The world’s longest car looks like a limousine that forgot where to stop

The video shows what it is like to drive an absurdly long car built with extreme proportions and a turning radius that makes normal roads feel tiny.

Understanding the common habit of sitting in parked cars

This article explores the common habit of sitting in parked cars as a form of emotional reset, highlighting expert insights on its psychological benefits and potential drawbacks.

Hyundai Bayon design sketches revealed, based on 'Art of Steel' philosophy

Hyundai has revealed Bayon SUV design sketches, previewing its ‘Art of Steel’ styling, H-Edge lighting and tech-focused cabin. Technical specifications, dimensions and pricing remain undisclosed ahead of its launch.

Updated Mahindra Thar Roxx spotted nearly undisguised

This five-door SUV will get feature upgrades in line with its three-door sibling.

This famous polar Hilux reveals the truth behind its Arctic build

This video looks back at the famous Toyota Hilux built for an extreme polar expedition and examines what really made it so capable. The team explores the truck’s heavy duty Arctic modifications, from its huge tyres and raised suspension to the underbody protection, specialist equipment, and practical details designed for deep snow and ice. Along the way, the video separates real engineering from TV myth, showing which parts of the build were essential and which details became part of the legend. It is a closer look at how a pickup became one of the most memorable adventure vehicles ever shown on screen.

This is the largest self-powered vehicle on Earth... and NASA built two of them

Before a NASA rocket can blast into space, it first has to make an incredibly slow journey aboard one of the agency’s enormous crawler-transporters. Weighing roughly 2,700 tons each, these machines were originally built during the Apollo era to carry Saturn V rockets from the Vehicle Assembly Building to the launch pad, and they later performed the same job for the Space Shuttle. Despite their enormous size, they can precisely position their cargo within fractions of an inch while carrying loads of up to 9,000 tons. Traveling at less than 1.6 kilometers per hour, a crawler can take six to eight hours to reach the launch pad - but after more than half a century of service, these massive machines remain an essential part of NASA’s space program.

Switching from manual to automatic car - five things every driver should know

Switching from a manual car to an automatic after 15 years requires small but important habit changes. Drivers must retrain their left foot, understand creep mode, use the correct gear selector, brake before shifting, and anticipate slight acceleration delays. Once adapted, automatic driving becomes smoother and stress-free.

Honda Civic Type R attacks the Nürburgring’s roller coaster

A blue Honda Civic Type R powers toward one of the Nürburgring’s steep, flowing sections. Its large rear wing and aggressive aero suit the high-speed run. Guardrails and fencing close in as the circuit climbs and falls through the trees. The onboard angle shows just how quickly the road rises ahead.

Excellent & interesting Ford concept cars you may have never seen

A feast for your eyes

Buying your first car? 5 costs dealers may not tell you upfront

For a new car buyer, the final price should not be limited to the ex-showroom figure.Registration and road tax are unavoidable parts of the purchase.

Police recover arms, ammunition from north Kashmir forests

SRINAGAR: J&K Police Saturday said they have recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition in Sopore, around 60 km north of Srinagar, including two assault rifles, four pistols, a multi grenade launcher (MGL), three improvised explosive devices with remote controls, eight detonators and 11 hand grenades.Get breaking news anytime, anywhere. Downloa...

These 5 car maintenance mistakes are quietly killing your car

These five common car maintenance mistakes quietly damage engines, tyres, brakes and electrical systems in Indian driving conditions. Learn how routine neglect raises fuel use, repair costs and reliability risks, reducing vehicle life and resale value over time.

They started drifting in the middle of the road - then the police showed up

Tokyo's car culture is more than famous parking areas, JDM icons, and scenes from Tokyo Drift. This video dives deep into the city's real automotive underground, from Daikoku meets and tuning shops to C1 highway runs, JDM low riders, drift circuits, and late-night street drifting. Along the way, local drivers, builders, and scene veterans reveal how Tokyo's car culture has changed, why it still survives, and what it takes to find the action hidden beneath the surface.

Watch what happens when a car outruns the wind behind it

It sounds impossible: a vehicle powered only by wind traveling faster than the wind itself. But with a clever design using wheels and a propeller, this machine extracts energy from the moving air in an unexpected way. Instead of acting like a sail, the propeller pushes air backward, allowing the vehicle to accelerate beyond wind speed. The result is a counterintuitive demonstration that challenges how most people think about motion and energy.

What does a red number plate on cars mean in India?

A red number plate on cars in India usually indicates a temporary registration issued to brand-new vehicles before they receive permanent RTO registration. These plates are valid for about 30 days. A special red plate with the national emblem is also used for vehicles of top constitutional authorities like the President.

Why did transverse V6 engines disappear from modern cars

This video explains why transverse V6 engines were once common in front-wheel-drive cars and why they have nearly disappeared from modern lineups. Using cars like the Ford Mondeo ST200 as examples, it looks at how this engine layout gave family cars more power, a more premium image, and a distinctive naturally aspirated sound while keeping cabin space practical. The video also explains why the layout faded away as turbocharged four-cylinder engines became cheaper, lighter, more efficient, and easier for manufacturers to tune across different models.

Maruti Suzuki WagonR facelift launch soon? Check expected features and engine

Maruti Suzuki WagonR Facelift: The Maruti Suzuki WagonR facelift 2026 is under development, and a heavily camouflaged test mule was recently spied testing. Another test mule of the upcoming WagonR facelift has been spied testing again. The WagonR is expected to come equipped with a new Z-series 3-cylinder engine in its top-spec trim, along with an underbody CNG tank for CNG trims, and more. Let’s take a look at the expected design, features, and...

The best cars produced during the 1990s

With the 80s having been well and truly plundered for affordable classics, the 90s is next up. Here’s your ultimate guide to the cars to buy now – before their prices soar out of reach

The €1 million Brabus Big Boy looks like a billionaire bunker on wheels

The video showcases the massive Brabus luxury motorhome with outrageous size, premium interiors, and enough road presence to make normal RVs look tiny.

She was told she was 'too old to drive'. She now drives an Audi and a truck

Vidya Kaur first approached a local driving school, but they turned her away, saying her age made it difficult for her to handle busy roads.

Five driving habits that are secretly killing your car/bike's fuel efficiency

This pattern is often seen in daily driving, where drivers remain in lower gears such as second or third for extended periods, delay upshifts, or continue in higher gears at low speeds. Such habits are more frequent in city conditions with uneven traffic flow. The effect is more pronounced in stop-and-go traffic, where frequent speed changes require timely gear shifts.

Inside the workshop building the world’s most expensive model cars

This video visits the Amalgam Collection workshop to show how some of the world’s most expensive model cars are created. These replicas are built with extreme attention to detail, using original CAD data from luxury car manufacturers to match the real vehicles as closely as possible. Each model is carefully assembled by hand, painted with real automotive finishes, and finished with detailed interiors, badges, materials, and proportions. The video explains why the process can take thousands of hours and why these small scale cars can cost as much as a real vehicle.

Unusual car designs from Germany

A look at some of the most intriguing models to ever come from Germany

Model changes oil in her 2005 GMC Yukon XL

Rachel Pizzolato tackles an oil change on her 2005 GMC Yukon XL.

How the US Air Force repairs its most feared supersonic bombers’ engines

Volkswagen unveils ID. Tiguan with 600 km range

EV successor launch: Volkswagen introduces the ID. Tiguan to replace the ID.4 and ID.5, with market debut planned for early 2027. High range and power: Three powertrain options deliver up to 220 kW and a maximum driving range of 600 km, with towing capacity up to 2,000 kg. Feature-rich design: Includes premium interiors, passenger display, retro-themed digital cluster, and advanced driver assistance systems.

This Vespa is slowly replacing my Triumph - and I couldn't be happier

After years of motorcycles, the reviewer finally added a Vespa 310 GTS to his garage—and it's already starting to replace his Triumph for everyday errands. With luggage space, effortless low-speed handling, tiny 12-inch wheels and surprising performance away from traffic lights, the Vespa excels in tight urban environments. He even finds it perfectly capable on his local highway, although roads where traffic regularly reaches 90–100 mph are another matter.

If I were buying the Honda Elevate, this is the variant I would pick

The Honda Elevate ZX variant stands out with key safety upgrades, including Honda Sensing, a large touchscreen, and enhanced comfort features. Although the ZX+ adds luxury features like a 360-degree camera, the ZX represents a balanced choice for those seeking essential improvements.

Common driving mistakes that damage your car’s braking system and how to avoid them

The braking system is the most important safety feature in any car. Although problems with comfort systems like air conditioning, infotainment systems, and power windows may be annoying, a small problem with the brakes can be life-threatening. The brakes are responsible not only for stopping the vehicle but also for controlling it, and they have to...