Driving a car should be confidence inspiring: surrounded by walls of steel, you’re in your own personal fortress, right? Except when those walls of steel are more like sheets of tinfoil, and the slightest impact gets you nice and intimate with the back end of your engine. I'm looking at some of...
Car thefts and car break-ins are common events on college campuses, but there are steps you can take to reduce your risk. Here are five suggestions.
People in the auto industry have a certain attitude that we love. Rugged straight talk. Realistic. No BS. Matter of fact. Here are ten great quotes from car people: 1. To finish first, you must first finish. – Rick Mears 2. Nobody remembers the guy who finished second but the guy who...
A cow catcher is not a person but a device. It is a contraption attached to the train’s front side. The cow catcher’s function is to clear any obstacles that may litter the train track. The cow catcher was invented in 1838 by Charles Babbage, a British engineer. The cow catcher is still in use...
According to RideLust, there are seven ways you can spot an unmarked police car. Some are subtle and some are obvious, but when combined can help you avoid that expensive speeding ticket. Also keep in mind that none of these tips are absolutes, since police departments also use confiscated...
If you're into cars, you're probably always searching for ways to make your ride faster or more stylish. Sometimes the two are mutually exclusive, as RideLust points out with "Five Bolt Ons That Will Make Your Car Slower". Here's what they say you should avoid: 1) Bigger wheels - if the upgraded...
Toyota has announced a voluntary recall of 1.1 million model year 2005 to 2008 Corolla and Matrix models to fix potential problems with the Engine Control Module (ECM). Due to a manufacturing issue, a circuit board within the ECM can crack, leading to a wide array of problems. On the minor side,...
Never a good sign for business when you have to recall 95,000 plus vehicles. In this economy that is a lot of green. Reuters is reporting that Toyota is recalling a number of models because of ice accumulation on break systems. "Toyota Motor Corp is recalling about 95,700 Toyota and Scion vehicles...
The short answer to a very long and complicated question is, "yes, but only if you owner's manual specifies unleaded premium fuel required". If your owner's manual states that "unleaded premium is recommended", it's your choice; using it is a good idea, but not using it isn't likely to cause engine...
Electric motorcycles have been less than successful due to limited range and limited top speed. Good enough for short commutes on surface roads, electric motorcycles haven't been a practical alternative for real world commuters.Brammo has announced a new model, to debut in 2011, called the...
