When we think about the ways technology will change the way we drive, we often think about the systems in our cars. But there may be ways to improve the highways themselves. How will our roads change in the future?
There are countless reasons to get behind the wheel of a sports car -- mid-life crisis, nostalgia for American car glory and, of course, the simple need for speed. No matter what your reasons, you can get your fix here. See more »
Red-light cameras may seem technologically cut-and dried, but that's far from reality. They've saved lives, but they've also stirred up more controversy than most other traffic control devices on the roads to date. See more »
Despite modern forecasting techniques, wind remains a fickle element. It's seasonal, dependent on storms and highly variable. Can we really count on wind to deliver steady, reliable energy for our cars? See more »
Hackers attack our banks, PCs and even major credit card networks. So are cars the next things we need to worry about getting viruses? See more »
Most consider Leonardo da Vinci the ultimate Renaissance man. But did this 13th-century genius have the foresight to sketch the basic principle for today's cars? See more »
If you plan on keeping diesel fuel on your property for personal reasons (as opposed to commercial), you’d do well to brush up on both state and federal regulations before moving ahead. See more »
The first red-light cameras were installed more than a decade ago. But have they really helped to reduce the number of accidents at the intersections where they're used? Can a red-light camera save lives? See more »
An automobile contains dozens of different technologies -- everything from the engine to the tires is its own special universe of design and engineering. Here are some of the highlights. See more »
In 1924, General Motors opened the Milford Proving Grounds in Milford, Mich. -- the world's first dedicated automotive proving ground. So, what exactly are proving grounds and what do the automakers do there? See more »
Automotive recalls are often front-page news -- and for good reason. Recalls warn consumers that a specific product poses a potential threat. What do you do if your car is recalled? See more »
