Can You Tell Which Of These Cars Is The Lightest?
Our tricky quiz shows just how well some cars hide their own weight!
Watch A Thief Get Punted Off His Moped Martial Arts Style
This douchebag petty thief gets exactly what he deserves after attempting to steal this lorry driver's phone
This BMW M1 Could Be The Greatest Barn Find Ever
Found lurking in a dusty garage in Italy, this low-mileage M1 will be given a new lease of life
Drag Coefficients Explained: Which Kind Of Car Is Slippiest?
Power can only do so much when it comes to creating spectacular top speeds, with the drag coefficient being the next piece of the puzzle. Here's how it all works
What Are Cotton Air Filters, And Are They Worth It?
They can cost vastly more than a basic paper filter, but are the real world power gains from cotton-based air filters worth it?
Watch A Bugatti Veyron Struggle To Keep Up With The Mighty Rimac Concept One
Rimac has unshackled its hypercar-killer once again to take on internal combustion's finest
Our 6 Favourite GTI-Badged Cars
These are some of the greatest cars to ever feature the coveted GTI badge
Do You Know The Year These Cars Were First Released?
This quiz is a brutal test of car production knowledge! Can you get over 50 per cent?
The Ford Mondeo ST200 Is My Own Little Touring Car Legend
Fast Fords are climbing quickly value, so I've bought this cheap performance saloon as my first automotive investment
What Are The Main Types Of Brake Pad, And Which Is Right For You?
Being able to stop quickly is much more important than acceleration, so picking the right brake pad is a vital part of any car modification process
Can You Guess How Many Gears These Cars Have?
Take this quiz to test your transmission knowledge by telling us how many forward gears these cars have to play with!
Different Engine Smoke Colours And What They All Mean
Unusual smoke from your exhaust is rarely a good sign, so here is a round-up of the possible diagnosis, be it good, bad or seriously ugly
How Many Engine Valves Do These Cars Have?
Power figures and engine sizes are easy to remember, but having knowledge of valvetrains requires another level of car geekery...
What Is Cylinder Head Porting, And How Does It Increase Horsepower?
It's a job for only the most-skilled of mechanics, but head porting can lead to some impressive power gains if performed properly
How Convertibles Are Strengthened, And Why It’s Beginning To Change
Soft-tops have always struggled with structural rigidity, but technology is well on its way to changing that
Why Fake Wheels Can Be Potentially Dangerous
They can be a tempting modification that can be bought on the cheap, but there are some huge safety risks created by the cheap manufacture of some replica rims
What Causes Flames In A Car's Exhaust?
Flames bursting from an exhaust tip can put a smile on the face of any true petrolhead, but how are these flames created?
This Is Why Cold Starts Are So Damn Loud
We love a cold start at CT, but have you ever wondered why your car sounds loud when you first start it up? We explain why
Can You Correctly Identify The Rarer Car?
Do you think you know your car production numbers? Take this rarity quiz to test your car manufacture knowledge
This Is Why You Shouldn't Rest Your Hand On The Gearstick When Driving
It's an easy habit to get into, but leaving your hand sitting on the gear knob can cause unnecessary damage to your transmission
Top 7 Cars Adorned With An RS Badge
Saved only for an elite club of performance machinery, the RS badge has featured on some legendary cars over the years. Here are some of the greatest!
Why Do Some Countries Drive On The Left?
Ever wondered why different countries drive on alternate sides of the road? Let us explain!
What's Causes A 'Tappety' Engine, And How Can It Be Fixed?
There's nothing worse than a rough, rattling engine, often referred to as being 'tappety'. So what causes this unwanted tapping sound?
WTF Is Rolling Coal?
Also known as 'Prius repellent', rolling coal has become a craze in the diesel truck community. Here's how it works