A big responsibility of drivers is vehicle maintenance and there’s a comprehensive rulebook of things you should be doing to make sure your car always starts without a hiccup and works reliably forever. Things like get your oil changed every 3000 miles (a rule which we were raised on in particular), get premium for gas, […]
UC Davis Research Attributes American Electric Vehicle Sales Decline to Automaker Supply Cutbacks
The U.S. Auto market for electric vehicles has experienced a period of upheaval, but a precipitous sales drop doesn’t capture the entire story of its current reality. While EV sales dropped 27 percent through the early part of 2026-new research out of the University of California, Davis Institute of Transportation Studies determined demand alone only […]
10 Historic Custom Cars That Redefined Automotive Craftsmanship and Design
One of the purest forms of creativity in car culture today-building custom vehicles. A blend of creativity, craft, engineering, and mechanics; builders can push themselves and accepted definitions of the automobile to create something unlike the thousand cars manufactured in an assembly line everyday for standardized needs. These builds could take years of fabricating to […]
Ford F-150 Trims Aren’t Created Equal, and Some Upgrades Cost More Than They’re Worth
The American-bought F-150 is America’s best-selling vehicle and is undeniably one of the most recognizable pickup trucks that Americans would easily place even after seeing it pictured and then covered in nothingness. That fact alone leads it into the America pickup truck buyers, contractors/fleet use looking for work and drivers for everyday personal transportation for […]
Toyota Tundra TRD Pro vs. Ford F-150 Raptor: A Battle Where Off-Road Muscle Comes at a Cost
Full-size off-road trucks have transformed from just big trucks with oversized tires and more ground clearance. Today they are high-tech performance vehicles capable of rough terrain handling and are also functional and useful in everyday life. The Ford F-150 Raptor and the Toyota Tundra TRD Pro are two of the most popular in this category. […]
10 Classic Cars That Had Their Moment in the Spotlight and Then Disappeared
Amidst the long automobile history, there were some cars that stood out in making an indelible impact in this arena but faded away quite as fast as they appeared. Most of the cars had something that was special about them, whether in terms of style, engineering, or performance and concepts that made them unique from […]
America’s Last Straight-8 Cars: The Engines That Disappeared When the Auto Industry Changed Course
Long before the V8 became the icon of the American hot rod, the straight-eight engine embodied a paradigm of smoothness and sublime effortless power. With its long inline design, the straight-eight provided exceptionally even power output and whisper-quiet operation, which proved ideal for premium luxury cars throughout the 30’s and 40’s and the early 50’s. […]
10 Rare Ferrari Concepts That Were Too Radical to Ever Reach Production
Ferrari has established an enduring legacy by building some of the world’s most celebrated performance automobiles. While its production models regularly captivate enthusiasts, a fascinating collection of unique concept cars and experimental prototypes exists away from the normal showroom lineup. These special projects reveal Ferrari’s willingness to explore unconventional design ideas, alternative engineering solutions, and […]
Skoda Elroq Takes on Volkswagen Rivals With a Compact EV That Refuses to Play Second Fiddle
Skoda seems to be adept at deriving the basic engineering structure of the Volkswagen group and making something more realistic, logical, and attractive out of it. The latest offering of Skoda, the Skoda Elroq, is just another product of this philosophy; an electric car that can complement the popular Skoda Enyaq but also give tough […]
Rare Japanese Sports Cars and Homologation Specials That Most Collectors Will Never Own
Japanese automotive tradition involves precision engineering and racing pedigree, and a certain boldness regarding technological advancements. However, apart from the worldwide renowned models like Skyline GT-R, Supra, and NSX, Japanese companies were manufacturing exclusive sports cars and race cars which had very limited availability. Such models were representing the best of the period, integrating top-notch […]