Electric Pegasus
Pegasus was a horse with wings who was supposed to be able to both run and fly. Of course, he could do neither - because to be a horse means not...
Time to Sell, Trade … or Junk It?
Kids leave the house at 18, Christmas is always December 25th... but when is it time to sell, trade - or junk - your car? It's a hard question, especially if...
The Big Two
Well, they're still using the Dodge Brothers in ads. But they're hired actors - like shopping mall Santas.
It's an Italian-run operation now.
Chrysler no longer exists.
It's Fiat Chrysler Automobiles now - the...
Last Minute Car-Guy Christmas Gifts
Got a gearhead on your Christmas list - but you're not a gearhead and so have no idea what to get? Here are some last-minute suggestions for items to put under...
When Should I Change My Car’s Oil?
It's a very common question - but it's hard to get a straight answer.
I'll try to give you one.
It depends.
On your particular car.
And how you drive it.
First, let's consider the car you've got.
The older...
Worst New Car “Safety” Features
Some of you might remember the '90s sci-fi flick, Demolition Man. It starred Sylvester Stallone and portrayed a future world obsessed with "safety." That's our reality, today.
If you've seen the movie,...
The “Don’t Do” List
Fixing cars can be fun - or at least, satisfying (and money saving). Breaking your car - or yourself - is not fun.
Here's how to avoid doing that:
* Don't "fix" a problem until...
Bugs…
New cars aren't necessarily problem-free cars.
The 2015 Mini Cooper press car I've got this week has developed some hiccups. Not "it's broke, let's fix it" hardware issues.
Intermittent software weirdness.
Last night, the wife and...
Working on Cars – Tips That Might Help
Experience is a great teacher. Here are some things I've learned over the years working on cars that may help you avoid hassles when working on your car:
* Remove the fill...
Making The Best Of “Climate Change”
The globe refuses to warm. What happened, Al?
The opposite is happening. The globe is cooling. Brutally so. Here in the "South" - where it's supposed to be warm - it has...