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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A Guide to the Longest-Range Plug-in Hybrids for 2025

Among all car-buying decisions, economy in fuel is increasingly the top priority among us. As a trend the car industry gradually steers toward electric technology from the original one, plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) is sitting perfectly in between traditional gas powered vehicles and totally electric cars. Combining both electric motor and an engine, a […]

Autos

The 1980s Machines That Became Automotive Legends

The 1980s were the definitive era of automotive culture, characterized by experimental enthusiasm, growing turbo performance and styling that just didn’t know how to stay quiet. Cars in the ’80s weren’t merely machines that transported you, they were individual statements of taste, drive and individuality. Every vehicle appeared to have a unique personality, from muscle-bound […]

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Tesla Model Y Aces New Federal ADAS Safety Benchmarks

The 2026 Tesla Model Y is making headlines, once again demonstrating Tesla’s commitment to advancing automotive safety. The all-electric crossover is the first vehicle to attain the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s revised criteria for its Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADAS) test, which now incorporates evaluation of pedestrian automatic emergency braking and lane keeping assistance capabilities […]

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Federal Probe Targets Rivian R1 Suspension After Alarming Failures

The Electric vehicle segment has developed into one of the fastest developing and scrutinized segments of the automobile market globally. In today’s automotive landscape, performance, design and technology is no longer just enough but also critically evaluated against real-world reliability and safety parameters. With rising EV adoption, even minor mechanical hiccups would transform into huge […]

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