Reader Question: Hybrid recharging
Here's the latest reader question, along with my reply!
Franks asks: Wow, I was always under the impression that the Hybrid passenger cars re-charged the batteries when the IC was being utilized....
Video Rant: When You Hear Saaaaaaafety ….
They really mean control.
It's an old - and ought to be obvious con. It also ought to raise a question. When did our "safety" become the legitimate business of the government?...
Reader Question: The $1,000 Car … or a New Clutch?
Here’s the latest reader question, along with my reply!
Zane asks: As the title says, I thought of a fool proof way to learn manual that's relatively cost effective and you'd only...
Reader Question: Places That Are Freer?
Here's the latest reader question, along with my reply!
Chris asks: Are there other places with more freedom one might relocate to?
My answer: Yes, there are. This includes even Russia and China,...
Reader Question: 1965 vs. Now?
Here's the latest reader question, along with my reply!
Dave asks: I've been looking online at new Explorers. Engines range from 2.3 liters - the same one in my Topaz - to...
Batman Cometh
This video is interesting because of the disconnect it displays between what we "civilians" are permitted to possess (and do) vs. what armed government workers are entitled (by law) to possess...
Reader Rant: On the Cost of Octane!
Here's the latest reader rant, along with my reply!
Steve writes: I have interesting insight I thought you might enjoy. I am in the oil & gas exploration business in Oklahoma. At...
Reader Question: The 4BBL vs. TBI?
Here's the latest reader question, along with my reply!
Ed asks: I've read your tributes to the carburetor and get the emotional appeal but for those of us who aren't adept at...
Video Rant: 2020 Mercedes GLE450
Here's a quick look at the 2020 Mercedes GLE450 - also available as the GLE350. But the one you want is the 450, which is the one that comes standard with...
GM Getting Rid of One Third of White Collar Workers
General Motors is giving the heave-ho to 18,000 of its 50,000 salaried white collar workers as it "transitions to self-driving vehicles and other new technologies."
Getting rid of all those people will...