Why do anti-lock brake systems [seem to] work so much better than traction control systems on modern sedans? [more inside]
posted by Juffo-Wup on Feb 8, 2013 - 15 answers

i hear cars coming up my road, and when they obviously shift to the next gear, i hear a "whoosh" of "air" or something else. what is that? [more inside]
posted by ps_im_awesome on Sep 8, 2012 - 7 answers

Hypothetical-sensible-dream-car-boyzone-filter: After a long phase of big-city living, I may have to drive a lot. I don't want to be a total pig about fuel consumption or emissions. But I want serious performance. Let's say I have $25K . . . . [more inside]
posted by spitbull on Jun 7, 2007 - 53 answers

Installed a cold air intake on my car. How does one maintain a CAI?
posted by donmayo on Jul 27, 2006 - 4 answers

I am looking for the coolest, sharpest, most sporty Coupe or Convertible that is a 4 Cyl. up to 5 years old that would cost under 20k today that can come in automatic (or some version of SMT) I am aware of the Toyota MR2 Spyder ... and the Eclipse.. but I am not a huge fan of the latter... and would like more options then just the prior! Thanks! [more inside]
posted by crewshell on Jul 20, 2005 - 47 answers

What's the biggest factor in a car's performance through different conditions? (more inside) [more inside]
posted by XQUZYPHYR on Apr 29, 2004 - 11 answers