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

NTSB Recovers Black Boxes, Reveals Initial Data from Deadly UPS Cargo Plane Crash in Louisville

A quiet Thursday night at Louisville’s busy airfield turned grim when a UPS cargo jet went down just after liftoff, exploding in a flash that rattled nerves across town and sent ripples through the flight industry. Back on November 4, 2025, UPS Flight 2976 – a loaded MD-11 heading to Dallas – struggled to climb […]

Military

The Enduring Legacy of Precision: A Deep Dive into Elite Military Sniper Rifles That Redefine Accuracy

There is hardly a weapon of the war that is more synonymous with patience, discipline and technical performance than the military sniper rifle. These rifles are at the borderland between engineering and human talent, and their purpose is to transform one well-calculated shot into a strategic advantage. Nowadays they are not merely long range weapons. […]

Autos

Revving Up History: A Deep Dive into Steve McQueen’s Legendary Car Collection, the King of Cool’s Automotive Masterpieces

Steve McQueen wasn’t just a movie star who rocked a race car well. To him, automobiles weren’t gadgets or fashion statements instead, they felt alive, standing for independence, personal grit, and pushing limits flat-out. His pick behind the wheel matched the raw focus he gave his characters. Be it a bare-bones speed machine, a sand-crushing […]

Entertainment US News

Your Chance to Own a Piece of Country Music Royalty: Alan Jackson’s Stunning ‘Hullbilly’ Yacht Listed for $8.2 Million!

Prepare, country music lovers and luxury lovers, to have a truly magnificent work of Alan Jackson world in your possession! The country music legend, who has scored hits with songs such as Chattahoochee and It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere, has put his sportfishing yacht, the Hullbilly, on the block at a cool eight point two million […]

Autos Local News

Is This the Worst SUV of 2025? Expert Reviewers Decry Overpriced, Underpowered, and Unreliable Models Middle-Class Buyers Should Avoid

SUVs have turned into a default option of most middle-class families with the promise of space, comfort and the ability to accommodate any kind of assignment, be it school drive, or long distance road travel. Their elevated seating position and useful interiors make them look like a secure and sensible option in the market with […]

Autos

The Wireless Revolution: Is Cord-Free Car Charging the Future We’ve Been Waiting For?

The shift to electric cars changed how people see eco-friendly driving, speed, and getting around town. But beyond new models hitting the market or arguments over battery life, something quieter is happening, something you barely notice but could seriously change how we use EVs every day. Imagine topping up your car’s power just by parking […]

Autos

The Consumer Guide to Used Electric Vehicles: Unlocking Value, Understanding Batteries, and Smart Driving

The car world’s changing fast. Because more drivers are going electric while big brands adjust to tighter rules, EVs aren’t just for early adopters anymore, they’re part of how we talk about cost, planet impact, and getting around tomorrow. New government moves shook up the scene fewer tax breaks mean fresh EVs feel out of […]

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