Cars

A nail in a Tesla Model Y tire can be unsettling, especially when the tire still holds pressure. Stable pressure does not prove that the puncture is harmless

A Subaru WRX can accelerate impressively on Minnesota ice and still fail to turn, stop, or remain consistent. Symmetrical AWD sends useful power to the

The Tucker 48 has the silhouette of a car that arrived from the future. Its rear-mounted engine, steering-linked center headlamp, impact-conscious cabin

A very light, short Smart Fortwo sitting on wet steel can look vulnerable as a ferry rolls in heavy seas. Salt water, painted metal, and a brief sideways

An unusually cheap city car can be tempting when you need basic transport rather than status. The Chery QQ offered small dimensions, simple petrol engines

The Spyker C8 puts aircraft-inspired switches, exposed metalwork, and a distinctive gear linkage in a cockpit few supercars could be mistaken for.

The Mitsubishi FTO is an attractive 1990s Japanese coupe with a compact body, high-revving V6 options, and a character that still feels distinct among

Few software decisions feel as absurd as finding heated-seat controls in a BMW, seeing that the physical system may be installed, and then being asked

The Austin Princess presents a useful contradiction. Its sloping roof, long rear body, and formal proportions suggest a modern wedge designed around efficient

After a strong or long earthquake on the coast, move immediately to higher ground or inland. Do not wait for a tsunami siren before leaving.