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Those Aren’t Taillights: The Strange Toyota Land Cruiser 70 Detail Explained

There’s something almost funny about the Toyota Land Cruiser 70 Series. It has survived for more than four decades, crossed countless borders, and built a reputation for going almost anywhere. Y

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Those Colored Dots on New Tires Reveal the Imperfections Engineers Already Measured

New tires arrive covered in information. Numbers identify their size, load capacity, speed rating and date of manufacture. Then, among all that serious molded lettering, someone appears to have atta

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That Small Square in Your Bumper Hides a Tool You May Need on the Worst Day

A small square or circular panel sits almost flush with the painted bumper. It has no button, light or obvious reason to exist. Once spotted, though, it becomes surprisingly difficult to ignore. Be

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The Tire Shop Finished the Job, but Your Wheel Nuts May Need One More Check

The tires are new, the wheels are back on and the invoice is folded into the glovebox. Before handing over the keys, the technician mentions one final detail: come back after a short period of driving

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The Spare Tire Quietly Disappeared From New Cars, and Many Drivers Haven’t Noticed

Here is a mildly alarming experiment: open the trunk of your car and lift the floor. There may be a spare tire under there. There may also be a little black compressor, a bottle of sealant, and a

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Michelin’s 80,000-Mile Defender Warranty Explained: What’s Covered (And What Isn’t)

Michelin offers an 80,000-mile treadwear warranty on two of its Defender tires, the Defender2 and the Defender T&H MTP. Only applies to replacement tires though, not the ones that came on the car

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11 Car Repairs You Should Never DIY

Wrenching on your own car can be satisfying. But let’s be real — not every job is meant for the garage floor and a YouTube video. Some fixes are dangerous. Some are way more complicated

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Choosing Tires: New Budget Options vs. Second-Hand - What's Best for Your Ride?

When it comes to tires, the debate between buying new budget ones or opting for second-hand tires is a common dilemma. While the initial low cost of second-hand tires can be tempting, it's crucial

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The New Tesla Model Y Now Offers Dual Mounting Options for Wheels and Tires

The quest for speed takes an exciting turn with the Tesla Model Y's latest feature—new off-road wheel and tire options fortified with beadlock capability. Unplugged Performance, a leading

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