Amid the intensely competitive and ever-evolving midsize pickup segment, a market in which manufacturers continuously overhaul their vehicles to comply with new emissions regulations and shifting customer demands, Honda may be poised to make an aggressive play involving its Ridgeline pickup truck. It is believed the production of the Ridgeline, which is manufactured at Honda’s […]
Your Guide to Modern Engine Oil Change Intervals
Oil is a critical component of every automobile and yet the interval that oil changes ought to be performed varies between individuals and is confusing at best for the average automobile owner. Several generations carry habits from generations past regarding car maintenance and many of others only follow a modern automobiles technology to determine whether […]
Wisconsin Junkyard Gems: Classic Cars From a Bygone Era
For any self respecting car enthusiast, a salvage yard holds a special kind of enchantment. More than just a collection of deceased autos, the modern junkyard functions as a living museum, a repository where each decaying metal body tells its own peculiar story. Cooley’s Statewide Scrap and Salvage, a family owned outfit in Eau Claire, […]
Audi Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged V6 Engine Water Pump Failures
When you think of Audi, you picture luxury sedans that handle like a dream and boast the latest innovations. Unfortunately, there’s a class action lawsuit currently swirling in the U.S. That puts the automaker under a microscope regarding allegedly faulty water pumps within its EA839 V6 engines. If these allegations hold true, many consumers could […]
Will Your EV Be Worthless in a Decade? A Guide to Battery Health
“What if my electric vehicle becomes a money pit or just becomes useless after a few years?” This is the concern many people hold and inevitably, discussions come around battery failures, replacements at hefty prices and just the uncertainty of it all. Understandable, given the fact that it is arguably the most vital and expensive […]
Diesel in a Gas Car: Your Guide to Handling This Common Mistake
One silly and very expensive, error we might make while we’re rushing on a busy day is picking the wrong nozzle at the gas pump. Driving an unfamiliar rental or just having your mind elsewhere can make you grab the wrong nozzle in a few seconds. But while putting diesel in your gasoline vehicle seems […]
More Automotive Treasures Unearthed at Minnesota’s Windy Hill Auto Parts
There’s a certain thrill that comes with exploring an enormous automotive salvage yard. For some, these vast stretches of land filled with rusting husks of vehicles just looks like so many decaying relics being reclaimed by the elements, but for enthusiasts, it’s so much more. Behind every dented panel, faded badge, and worn-out seat there’s […]
Hyundai Recalls Elantra Hybrids Over Potential Fire Risk
Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Sedans Are Under a Major Recall In The U.S. The Recall Affects tens of thousands of new models, particularly the 2024, 2025, and 2026 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid. According to Hyundai, approximately 54,337 vehicles will be included in the safety recall, as a newly discovered defect can lead to the Hybrid Power system […]
Toyota’s Connected Cars and the Lawsuit Over Driver Data Sharing
Modern cars are far more than just transportation devices. Connected technologies allow the modern vehicle to perform tasks not too dissimilar to the smart devices many of us use in everyday life. Connected cars provide services such as entertainment and navigation, safety features and remote control over vehicle systems, but with this new range of […]
Why Bugatti Bolide Tires Last Just 37 Miles
When real estate king Manny Khoshbin let slip one fact from the new Bugatti Bolide’s owner’s manual online, it caused a stir. Apparently, the racing tires on Bugatti’s track only hypercar are only rated to last around 37 miles. If that sounds like the punchline to an engineering joke at the company’s expense, that’s not […]