Right now we are experiencing an incredible, unprecedented performance car golden age. Family sedans of today can hit 60 mph far quicker than supercars of years past, and today’s new (and newer used) performance cars are delivering performance, grip, tech, and handling that would have seemed impossible only a handful of decades ago. However, some […]
10 Impressive Car Features That Turn Out to Be Completely Unnecessary
Buying a new car is often an exciting experience, especially when modern vehicles come with state of the art features and beautiful styling. New cars are packed with technology that is designed to appear convenient, advanced, and useful for everyday driving. Showrooms also present these features in a way that makes them look attractive, efficient, […]
Muscle Cars Have a Generation Problem, as Old-School Purists Clash With What Gen Z Wants
It appears American muscle car culture is divided between generations. Current generations still revere the classic coupe with the long hood/short deck, big V-8, manual transmission, and “mechanical personality.” Original trim codes, original type wheels, and a “4-speed on the floor” are often features that make the car a must for old time muscle car […]
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 […]
Car Slang You Need to Know: Which Terms Still Confuse Even Enthusiasts Today?
Diving into the world of cars can be like trying to decipher an alien language for many. Mechanics who have worked under the hoods of cars for years, as well as track drivers and car owners who share special interests, have a very specific vocabulary of car slang to explain conditions of cars, technical parts, […]
Ford’s Galaxie 500 7-Litre: The Executive’s Hot Rod
American vintage vehicles are the subject of endless discussion and few subjects will be debated more by car enthusiasts than whether the full-size Galaxie models of Ford are worthy of any label as to being a muscle car. There is a tendency of people to make comparisons with the Chevrolet Impala Super Sport, and the […]
What Does Your Car Color Really Say About You? The Answer May Surprise You
Selecting the color of a car involves far more than choosing something appealing in the showroom. The color of a vehicle becomes part of a person’s style, allowing them to communicate certain messages and reflect certain characteristics and traits of their personality. Red, black, blue, yellow or orange all these shades can say something different […]
AI Dealership Scams Are Getting Harder to Spot: How Can Car Buyers Protect Themselves?
Shopping for a car online makes it easier than ever to purchase a new car without leaving your house. You can visit any dealerships across the country and compare vehicles and find out what’s available. But with such ease has come new ways for cunning individuals to commit fraud, fake dealership Web sites are popping […]
Decoding the 3000 Rule: How to Decide Between Keeping Your Car or Trading In
When the mechanic provides you with a large estimate on the repair, it can make any car owner pause and reconsider their budget. When considering if an older car needs repair or if it should be replaced with a newer model, it is important to have a realistic method to compare the costs. That’s where […]
Found After 50 Years! This 1968 Pontiac GTO Only Has 19,000 Miles
Finding an abandoned muscle car buried in a dust-covered shed is the fantasy of any automobile enthusiast. Unfortunately, the reality is rarely as exciting as the dream. Barn finds typically are vehicles that were used, ab used, and then banished to the garage where they sat, rusting, until their discovery. However, every once in a […]