Statistics and news stories often don’t match up. For as much as shark attack fatalities (10/yr) are televised, you’re far more likely to be killed by your bathtub (over 300/yr), for example. Feel free to go swimming, but you might want to rethink taking a bath. Across the country, the driver’s license is a rite of passage, and tens of thousands of teens will get their learner’s permits or driver’s licenses and ask, “Parental Unit, can I borrow the keys?” or “Can I go with my BFF to the mall?” [...more]

Ask anyone how to get fast, and they’ll tell you it boils down to the relationship between three things: power, weight, and drag. This is why breaking the world land speed record requires huge engines mounted to a lightweight bullet-shaped chassis and a cockpit to squeeze the guinea pig *cough* driver into. That’s one definition of fast that doesn’t work on the road today, because if you tried to take the ThrustSSC around a corner, you’d end up on tonight’s headlines. Clearly, this is not the de [...more]

A fun video showing a preview of the art cars at the Burning Man festival:

No matter what you drive, if five million of them have been built, chances are a few hundred thousand people are driving exactly the same car that you are. That’s just not cool. Is there any way that you can make your car “your” car - or pimp your ride? Indeed, there is, and we’re not talking about hanging pink fuzzy dice and shag carpeting – this is 2016, not 1972. Here are a few ways that you should consider to upgrade and personalize your car’s interior and make it truly yours: Stereo – Most [...more]

As do-it-yourself mechanics, we often work on our car with our trusty toolbox. Some of us use it so much that it feels like an extension of our own hands. We may even go as far as to name it! Whatever your relationship is with your toolbox, you probably have an idea of the most essential tools needed for working on your car. If you are trying to clean out your toolbox, though, and are deciding what is most important or used when working on your car, it might help having a guide to make sure yo [...more]

Mesoamerican ball games in the 12th Century BCE, Gladiatorial fights in the Flavian Amphitheatre (the Roman Colosseum) as early as 260 BCE, medieval tournaments in the 13th through 17th Centuries, the Battle of Bull Run in 1861, and early November’s “World’s Largest Cocktail Party” all have something in common: food and entertainment. Anywhere people have attended spectator sports and entertainment events, someone has been cooking, serving, eating, or drinking. No matter what part of the world [...more]

Nice food ideas for tailgating in this video:

You’ve probably spent a lot of hard-earned time and money on your car, whether it be a classic, antique, or modern custom. Do you think your car’s got what it takes to strut its stuff at the local car show or competition? It might very well be, but not if you skip these five things before you get to the show: Tires & Wheels – This is one of those things that might be misunderstood, after all, you’re showing off the car, not the tires, but tires give a nice contrast to that beautiful origi [...more]

Here is a video of possibly the best car show lineup:

Today, there are over one billion vehicles on the road, pretty amazing when you think about the fact that the first automobile, the Benz Patent Motorwagen, rolled out of a shop barely 120 years ago. Still, vehicles weren’t widely distributed for a few years, until the advent of assembly-line vehicle fabrication, and then there was a veritable explosion of automobiles on the roads. That explosion started way before even the Ford Model A and the Benz’s Motorwagen, the internal combustion engine b [...more]

Here is a video explaining how car engines work:

When every car on the road looks like practically every other car on the road, you realize you need to do something different. For some, that something different is to drive a classic or antique vehicle, even if it’s only on sunny days or weekend car shows. Then you realize that practically every antique car looks like every other antique car. Henry Ford said, “You can get any color Ford you like, as long as it’s black.” Indeed, those were not the most interesting of times to be driving a car, [...more]

This video shows you how to build a first aid kit that you can use is your vehicle.

Performance Plus Tire is hosting our very first Summer Poker Run on Saturday, July 16th 2016. This is a great opportunity to become a part of a great cause and see some cool cars!!! Poker Run Details: This fun adventure starts at 4-5pm.  Entry fee is $20 for your vehicle so bring along your family and friends.  You will be given a multi stop list of businesses in the local Long Beach area...and you can enjoy the ride as it is not timed!  You will be given a card at each stop to build your pok [...more]

Almost anyone who drives, and especially those who drive for a living, have fuel economy on the brain. It’s probably on your mind right now, “Am I spending too much on fuel?” Part of it has to do with refueling costs, but others may also be wondering about their carbon dioxide emissions, which is directly related to fuel economy. Fuel economy, usually measured in miles per gallon (mpg) or gallons per 100 miles (gal/100mi), is proudly displayed on the window sticker of every single new car in the [...more]

What tools do you need to fix your car at home?  This video looks at tools for beginners, free tool and other topics.

A vehicle can be many things to many people. For some, a car is simply a way to get from place to place, to work or school or play. For others, a car is extension of their being. No matter what you think of your vehicle, though, we’re all faced with the decision between buying new or used. How do you decide between buying a new car and buying a used car? When you think about it, there’s a lot more going on than just a difference in price. Here are a few things to think about that can help you de [...more]

Many people have little knowledge about maintaining their tires, or are ill equipped to deal with an emergency tire situation. Here is a video showing some tips:

With concerns for the environment and our wallets, greenhouse gas emissions and fuel costs respectively, so-called “green cars” are gaining more recognition. Every year, more and more cars become available that are pushing the limits of fuel economy, which directly relates to emissions and fuel costs. Some of the most fuel-efficient vehicles out there are pushing 50 mpg (miles per gallon), which doesn’t include alternative-fuel vehicles, such as plug-in hybrids or electric vehicles, which are pu [...more]

Find out how drag racing tires are made in this video.

Here is a video of how to handle a tire blowout:

With the impact of winter and the travel of summer pending, it’s a good idea to schedule some time caring for your car.  In order to remind you, the Car Care Council has made April National Car Care Month.  There is also a Fall Car Care Month in October.  Each of these months provide acceptable weather and an opportunity to avoid repairs once the weather turns for the worse. A car needs attention no matter how new it is.  As a vibrating, rotating machine, the potential for failure of parts is [...more]

Here is a video explaining the manufacturing process and how tires are made.

New York is like Detroit in the world of auto shows.  It draws a big crowd in addition to providing a venue for automakers to showcase their finest.  2016 was no exception as the two in the one-two punch of introducing models carried quite the impact. Glitz, glamour, and sparkling reflections combined with comfort, concepts, and horsepower as automakers brought forth model after model of advanced engineering.  As stylish as the show entries were, a replica 57 Chevrolet convertible showed Detroi [...more]

Video of Tesla revealing the new Model 3: