While the term “tuning” has been around since even before the days of The Fast and the Furious, it has taken on a new meaning in the modern era of car modification. Back in the early 2000’s tuning was used as a blanket term to describe all different sorts of modifications to a car. Installing... Continue Reading →
U.S. Presidents’ Coolest Cars While United States politics can often be divisive and polarizing, there is one thing that nearly everyone can agree on: cool cars are cool! So in that spirit, we thought it would be fun to look past their policies, and see which U.S. Presidents have had the coolest cars. So without... Continue Reading →
A transmission’s job is to use its different gears to keep your engine in whatever RPM range is optimal based on the driving conditions. But how does it work? Here's a little overview of the various types.
Me: “How was your morning?” Friend: “It was alright, just had to drop my car off for service.” Me, a curious car enthusiast: “Oh, what’s it in for?” Friend: “Just a tune-up.” Me: *facepalm* I’ve heard it far too many times: “all it needs is a tune-up.” Whether it be from friends, or in my... Continue Reading →
Warranties have always been a hot topic in the automotive world. Whether it’s their extensiveness being touted by the manufacturer’s marketing team, or their availability being plastered across a sign at a used car lot, it’s hard to go through a car sale without hearing someone talk about warranties. (Or without wondering, 'are extended car... Continue Reading →
As anyone who has shopped for a car before knows, there is a lot that goes into finding the right next car for you. Most people will, at the very least, consider the prospective car’s make and model, the car’s mileage, the car’s condition, and its price. For many, the important considerations stop there, and... Continue Reading →
Even with the recent uptick in popularity of electric vehicles, the vast majority of cars on the road still rely on the tried and true mixture of air, fire, fuel, and compression to give a car power. Simple as it may seem, the way that these four elements are combined can vary quite a bit... Continue Reading →
What's the difference between all wheel drive and 4-wheel drive? How do they drive differently from front-wheel drive, and rear-wheel drive? Here's a guide to which is best at what.
When your car needs work, should you take it to an independent shop or to the dealership? Is one better than the other? Here's what you should know.
As car owners, taking proper care of our vehicles is something we should all take great pride in. Whether it be regular washes, five-thousand-mile oil changes, or securing that coveted end spot in the parking lot, watching after our cars is something to take seriously. Because of this inherent responsibility to care of what are... Continue Reading →
