Category: Cars
The 5.7 HEMI Engine’s Greatest Hits: From Muscle Cars To Mopar Legends
Chrysler’s HEMI is one of the most recognizable names in automotive history, its reputation built primarily on the iconic 426 HEMI that powered muscle cars like the Dodge Charger R/T and Plymouth HEMI ‘Cuda. But the 426 was also incredibly short-lived, only made available as a street car engine from 1966 to 1971; after that,…
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Toyota Recommends This Important Tip For Every 4WD Owner
Toyota’s lineup has a handful of four-wheel drive vehicles ready for off-roading adventures. Having full control of the drivetrain makes 4WD vehicles perfect for serious challenges. However, you probably don’t go off-roading all the time, even if you want to…. Check out the original article: [Slashgear] Toyota Recommends This Important Tip For Every 4WD Owner
5 Formula 1 Drivers Whose Careers Ended Too Soon
The lucky few who get to drive Formula 1 cars for a living are among the greatest drivers of their respective generations. Some go on to have long and glorious careers; Michael Schumacher, Lewis Hamilton, and Fernando Alonso spring to mind. For others, the journey is shorter, and in some cases it’s too short…. Check…
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One Of The Leading Causes For Wildfires Is Sitting In Your Driveway
Normally when you think about wildfires started by humans, you picture things like a careless smoker or an abandoned campfire as the causes. You’d be surprised to know that it’s actually cars that are a leading cause of that in the USA. Take it from the agencies themselves…. Check out the original article: [Slashgear] One…
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‘9 And 3′ Is The New ’10 And 2’ Steering Wheel Rule – And Here’s Why
Years ago, we were taught to drive with our hands at the “10 and 2” positions on the steering wheel. This correlated to where the numbers on the face of a clock are located. That meant our left hand was placed at the 10 o’clock position while the right hand latched onto the wheel at…
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5 Features You Should Never Mess With When Restoring Classic Cars
Restoring a classic car is quite a complex process. You have the interior, exterior, engine, and electrical systems to deal with. That process also involves many decisions, like whether to keep original equipment or upgrade to something a little more modern…. Check out the original article: [Slashgear] 5 Features You Should Never Mess With When…
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What Is The 4-Gallon Minimum ‘Law’ And Which Fuel Type Does It Apply To?
Federal law usually concerns itself with the big stuff, like how much you can earn before the IRS takes notice to where you can build. Then there’s this: Some gas pumps have a sticker warning about the minimum amount of fuel you can fill, which is four gallons. It’s a federal law, too — although…
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4 Perks That Come With A Harley Owners Group Membership
For passionate bikers, having a support system can be a great way to take your biking experience to the next level. When it comes to community, Harley-Davidson knows what it’s doing. If you own a Harley-Davidson motorcycle, you can join the Harley Owners Group or H…. Check out the original article: [Slashgear] 4 Perks That…
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Why The 2026 Lexus IS Still Uses A Decade-Old Engine Under The Hood
Toyota’s luxury brand Lexus burst onto the automotive scene in 1989 with two sedans in its lineup. Lexus’ latest compact luxury sedan is the 2026 Lexus IS, currently available only with a naturally aspirated, 3. 5-liter V6 engine…. Check out the original article: [Slashgear] Why The 2026 Lexus IS Still Uses A Decade-Old Engine Under…
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This Alleged $15M Multi-State Fake License Plate Scheme Went Unstopped For Almost 10 Years
Tens of thousands of fake license plates, millions of dollars in fines and fees dodged, nearly a decade undetected, and now, eleven arrests and counting. These are the details of what federal prosecutors are calling a fake temporary license plate operation. Members of the operation are being accused of creating fraudulent auto dealerships in New…
How The ‘Knight Rider’ Pontiac Trans-Am Got A Speeding Ticket While Sitting In A Museum
Pop culture is filled with iconic cars that include everything from the A-Team’s van to Doc Brown’s DeLorean time machine. There are tons of excellent examples, and one of the best from 1980s television is KITT from “Knight Rider. ” KITT, which stands for Knight Industries Two Thousand, is a 1982 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am…
