The way a hot rod’s drivetrain performs is arguably the vehicle’s most important element. In many cases, horsepower, torque, and “what the engine is doing” are the hot topics of most car guys’ ...

The most common coil-spring front suspension uses two control arms (also called A-arms because of their shape) per side, mounted to the frame, and a coil spring between them that exerts force on only ...

CARS.COM — Your car’s struts are a vital part of its suspension system. They are structural in nature, and they are mounted to the top of the car’s chassis. Struts come down through the chassis and ...

The suspension system of a road-going vehicle has two main purposes. Filtering out unwanted motions that occur in a moving vehicle is one thing, but the suspension system also improves handling and ...

One of the most consistent things throughout the truck hobby is the fact that most hardcore enthusiasts—especially those who actually own pickups—typically are open to "modifying" their rigs at some ...

Proper maintenance always goes a long way with cars. Resolving repairs on time can make a big difference and potentially help you avoid any road accidents. In addition, it helps preserve your ...

I’m 80 years old and purchased my 2004 Toyota Corolla new. Now, I drive mostly around town, so it just has 145,000 miles on it, and I’ve been very diligent with the maintenance over the years. When I ...

CARS.COM — Some vehicles, particularly for the front suspension, have struts. While the terms shocks and struts often are used together, struts are a suspension assembly that includes a shock absorber ...

Have you noticed a little too much bounce when you drive your car over bumps? Get out and push down on each corner of the car. If it bounces more than once or twice, it's time to replace the shocks or ...

Learn how to adjust motocross suspension for better performance. Follow our dirt bike suspension tuning guide to get your setup just right. How does your motocross bike handle all those gnarly corners ...