Today’s Thoughts . . .Nov. 5, 2013
You may have heard about Dear Leader pre-empting your cell phone with his "messages." It's one of the many reasons why I won't have a cell phone. But, there's no escaping...
What the Maverick (and Prius) Might Have Been . . .
Hybrids are the solution to the problem of EVs, which are being pushed on us to salve a problem that is - at best - grossly exaggerated and at worst entirely...
Reader Question: When to Chuck Comprehensive?
Here's the latest reader question, along with my reply!
Danny asks: When does one know the time is right to drop comprehensive insurance coverage on a vehicle? I enjoy reading your work!
My...
Reader Question: 2004 Town Car Intake?
Here's the latest reader question, along with my reply!
Gary asks: I need one of these and a monkey wrench was thrown in. I was ready to order and it stated not correct...
What’s Up With All These “Training” Exercises?
Marines and sailors will invade Jasper County, South Carolina, this week, The Island Packet reported on Sunday.
The 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit will train in the town of Ridgeland, the county seat,...
Reader Question: Microlino?
Here's the latest reader question, along with my reply!
Mark ask: I don't know if this EV will ever be available here, but it's one I'd consider buying. It harks back to...
Reader Question: Necessary Regulations?
Here's the latest reader question, along with my reply!
Jeffrey asks: My libertarian friend was arguing with his daughter. She made the statement that automobile manufacturers would not have made cleaner cars without...
“GigaFactory” Sputters
Tesla and Panasonic Corp. are tempering expansion plans for the massive battery factory they’ve plugged billions into the last few years, deepening concerns about demand for the carmaker’s electric vehicles.
Tesla shares...
The Old Trans-Am vs. The New Camaro
I've owned my '76 Trans-Am for more than 20 years. It used to be an incandescent gas hog relative to the new cars. It's not anymore.
I have driven several during the...
Chevy Monte Carlo, 1970-1988
There is a species of American land shark that once prowled the highways and byways of the United States in great fleets, but which have become as extinct as Megaladon -...