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.
Autos World News

Where New Gas-Powered Vehicle Sales Are Being Banned After 2035

One of the significant changes is redefining the American auto industry with over a dozen states proceeding with plans of eliminating the sale of new gasoline-powered cars. These policies show increased anxieties regarding climate change, human health, and sustainability in the long-term. Although the shift might seem slow to drivers in the current times, the […]

Autos World News

Unveiling the Future: Inside the Revolutionary $789,000 Aska A5 Flying Car’s First Test Flights and Its Vision for Urban Air Mobility

Transportation is changing more rapidly than some of us thought it would, and flying cars formerly seen merely in movies and dreams are entering the real world in the new form of imaginative, electric vertical takeoff and landing cars, or eVTOLs. They are not merely science fiction devices, but they are useful hybrids that are […]

Money US News

UAW Strike: Unpacking the Historic Walkout’s Causes, Economic Fallout, and Contentious Path to Resolution

I have been a longtime reader of labor reports, and the 2023 United Auto Workers (UAW) strike was something unusual. It was the first time in the long history of the union that workers set against Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis, simultaneously. What began as a series of focused walkouts, soon turned into a six […]

Autos

From Toronto’s Elite Flexes to Compton’s Cult Classics: Unpacking Drake and Kendrick Lamar’s Wildly Different Car Worlds

There is no more prominent figure in hip-hop than Kendrick Lamar and Drake, and they are not only competing in music, but they are also competing in the garage. It could not be more contrasting with their collections: the cars Kendrick possesses are a story of culture and authenticity, whereas the cars that Drake owns […]

Autos

The Millionaire Blueprint: 10 Frugal Habits That Self-Made Millionaires Practice for Lasting Prosperity

When individuals think of those who are millionaires they find themselves thinking about fancy houses, expensive cars and living life to the fullest. This picture is an indication of how wealth is a natural stimulus to spend money on a flashy display and never-ending improvements. But the unvarnished truth of it is quite different in […]

Autos

Beyond the V8: Is Dodge’s New Hurricane 4 the Future of an Attainable Charger?

The Dodge Charger is more than a car-it’s an icon. Since its 1966 launch, the Charger has roared down American highways, from muscle car legends to modern performance sedans. Its signature style, aggressive stance, and unmistakable presence have won it a soft spot in the heart of every enthusiast. Over the decades, the Charger has […]

Lifestyle

Family Car Transfers: The ‘$1 Sale’ vs. Gifting Debate What You Really Need to Know Before You Hand Over the Keys

You have spent years with your car-it’s been through road trips, errands, and life’s milestones-but now it is time for it to find a new home. Maybe your daughter is starting her driving journey, or a loved one needs a reliable ride. Naturally, your heart-and maybe your wallet-says, “Let’s help them out!” But before you […]

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