-
Article: The Next Technologies in Auto Fuel
There are many technologies that are being developed to replace the standard gasoline powered engine in cars. Hydrogen fuel cells, electric battery packs and motors, and natural gas/propane to mention a few. But what are the leaders in the field, and what sort of time frame are we looking at? IEEE has shared a recent article…
-
Article: Saving Fuel Where the Rubber Hits the Road
When it comes to fuel efficiency, we often look toward fuel systems, aerodynamics, ignition systems, and weight management. What many overlook is the condition and design of the tires on your vehicle. We can look at the design of the tires, the materials used in the manufacturing of the tires, but often it may come…
-
Driving Safe in a Digital World
When you walk down the street, you can see the influence of the digital world everywhere. You can really understand when you see everyone’s heads buried in a cell phone. Don’t think that influence bleeds over into automotive use and you would be wrong, maybe dead wrong. Here are some stats from EdgarSnyder.com: ational Safety…
-
Video: Top 5 Paintjobs and Wraps
Color changing paint, heat sensitive wraps, and all chrome wraps? Yes, we can definitely get into this! Check out this amazing video:
-
Article: Protect Your Car from the Damaging Effects of Sun and Heat
With summer winding down, we can start to reminisce on those memories created during those long summer days and nights. Summer can be a particularly intense time for your auto, with longer days filled with the heat and UV light. State Farm has some great tips that we would love to share to help keep…
-
Article: OnStar Helping Harvey Victims
DETROIT — As Harvey, the hurricane turned tropical storm, lingers above southeast Texas and Louisiana, local emergency responders remain overwhelmed with calls for help. To cope, they are asking General Motors subsidiary OnStar for assistance. “We are assisting the Red Cross with overflow calls. It’s something they asked us to do because we have the…
-
Video: Expensive Car Fails
With the advent of dash cams, video cameras, and the cell phone (both capturing and causing), we can take a close look at those accidents that bring us into the auto body shop for repairs. So if you’re a fan of watching a little bumper to bumper action, you might want to subscribe to the…
-
Article: Your Guide to Upgrading Wheels & Tires
When we all look at a car, one of the first things that we notice are the rims and the tires. But how can you get that “wow” look when you decide to upgrade your rims and tires? There are some tips and guidelines that you can follow in order to maximize your chance of…
-
Video: Aerodynamics in Vintage Cars?
When one starts to travel around during the summer, you’ll notice how much fuel efficiency you get on your trips. Well, we think about these things, and aerodynamics too! But are today’s cars better than it’s predecessors? Well, here’s a vintage car that might bend the rules a bit. Wired.com – Source What makes the…
-
Tips: Extend the Life of Your Car
A new vehicle today is the second largest investment you will probably make in your life. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics: “From 2008 to 2012, the average age of U.S. households’ vehicles increased as owners held on to their cars, trucks, and vans longer. The trend in aging autos coincides with declines in…
