Author: Martin Banks

Martin Banks is the managing editor at Modded and a regular contributor to sites like the National Motorists Association, Survivopedia, Family Handyman and Industry Today. Whether it’s an in-depth article about aftermarket options for EVs or a step-by-step guide to surviving an animal bite in the wilderness, there are few subjects that Martin hasn’t covered.
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14 Classic Car Features That Modern Automakers Phased Out and We Miss Most

Today’s new vehicles are loaded with technology, packed with safety innovations, and equipped with comfort and convenience features that were virtually nonexistent decades ago. Today, infotainment screens are a common sight in most new vehicles, along with automatic transmissions, digital instrument clusters, and aerodynamic styling cues. While the engineering in today’s cars is incredible, older […]

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Comparing the 2026 Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V for American Families

The 2026 RAV4 and CR-V each have two keys ways to satisfy the needs of today’s American family as compact SUVs. The CR-V prioritizes passenger comfort, boxier interior, and generous cargo capacity. The RAV4 prioritizes hybrid efficiency, more horsepower, larger infotainment displays, and rougher exterior styling. The base price of the gasoline-powered Honda LX is […]

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Classic Boomer Automobiles: Examining Generational Shifts in Car Culture and Taste

Whether at a car show or a weekend cruise night, it’s an often-heard sentiment: car culture, and traditional “muscle cars” in particular, are dead and gone. For many Baby Boomers, there’s no more proof than the waning popularity of traditional American classics, prewar cars, and classic golden-era muscle cars. But that culture hasn’t vanished, younger […]

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A Deep Dive into Ten Iconic Cars Defining the Baby Boomer Generation

Baby Boomers have witnessed a most exciting time in the history of the automobile. From great American muscle cars to European sports cars, from acres of full-size luxury to reliable trucks, and from cheap Japanese imports to affordable economy models, these ten vehicles exemplify the innovation, performance, style and economy that the Baby Boomer Generation […]

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10 Used Cars That Can Turn Cheap Deals Into Expensive Repair Nightmares

Buying a used car at a good price might look like a time saver, but repairs can make an affordable used vehicle an expensive headache. Budget-conscious shoppers might find the 2014 Hyundai Elantra or Kia Sorento tempting, but the number of mechanical issues, including engine and transmission problems, make it a far-from-perfect choice. On the […]

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2026 Ford Bronco Wildtrak Returns With 330 HP and FOX Suspension, Is This the Off-Road Bronco to Beat

Made a try. The return of the Bronco you love The 2026 Bronco Wildtrak returns after a one-year hiatus (2025) to join the off-road SUV family-if you’re in the market for Ford’s fabled off-road legend. Built for those who need trail-ready performance without sacrificing daily-ability, the 2026 Ford Bronco Wildtrak combines an impressive twin-turbocharged V6 […]

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