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

Evaluating Used SUV Reliability: 10 Models with Documented Maintenance and Performance Concerns

This search for affordable and reliable used vehicles can be a rewarding trip for drivers who want transportation without the premium of a new car. Since new car prices continue to escalate, used cars can fit lifestyles and budgets of varied demands. Buying true value, however, isn’t as simple as a tempting price and recognized […]

Autos

The Rise and Struggles of America’s Favorite Truck: The Unfiltered History of the F-150

The Ford F-150 has been one of those cars that represent the American automotive culture, being a preferred choice for generations of drivers. While it was preceded by the F-Series utilitarian trucks, the name F-150 appeared as a result of attempts by Ford to combine ordinary drivability with capability. Over the years, the truck has […]

Autos US News

Tesla Superchargers Face Removal on New Jersey Turnpike as Elon Musk Alleges Corruption

With electric vehicle infrastructure in such flux, battles between tech giants and government bodies continue to pose significant problems. Another of the recent scuffles took place on the New Jersey Turnpike-one of America’s busiest and most traveled routes. An order by the New Jersey Turnpike Authority directed Tesla to shut down 64 of its Supercharger […]

Autos US News

Ford Recalls Nearly 150,000 Mustangs Over Wiring Harness Defect

Federal regulators and Ford Motor Company have announced a massive safety recall covering approximately 150,000 Ford Mustang vehicles nationwide in the US. According to the formal recall notice, over 148,663 Mustang cars from the 2024, 2025, and 2026 model years were involved due to a possible issue that could affect the electrical properties within the […]

Military

10 Extreme WWII Warplane Modifications That Pushed Aircraft to the Limit

The sheer numbers of aircraft required by World War II demanded novel methods of acquiring tactical superiority with extreme haste. Given the massive production numbers of existing types, it frequently made sense to redesign the existing airframes, and avoid spending a crucial time developing from scratch. The consequence was often truly unusual designs, including attack […]

Celebrity

Inside the Exceptional Cars and Unique Automotive Ventures of Pharrell Williams

While not confined purely to his music, that career has also stretched over the years. A 13-time Grammy winner, music producer, fashion icon and, ultimately, creator, he’s carefully constructed his own unique vision throughout every avenue he has explored. There’s a character similar to all that apparent in his incredible garage, full of both exclusive […]

Autos

10 Bizarre Transport Mishaps That Left Commuters Wondering What Just Happened

Usually, getting from A to B should be one of the easiest things to get through during the day. But despite the normally efficient transit system, stupid traffic mistakes, vehicle malfunction and plain human obstinacy can sometimes conspire to make the journey unexpectedly bizarre. Journeys over our roadways, over railways, and even within airplanes sometimes […]

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