Teens seem to love dangerous activities, but unfortunately, accidents are the number one cause of death for teenagers. Relatively new to their choices of stupid and dangerous activities is car surfing. Car surfing is where one person drives a vehicle on public roads while one or more people get out and onto the roof, hood, or trunk. It was popularized decades ago by the movies “Teen Wolf” (see clip below) and “Footloose.” While both ‘80s movies have memorable scenes where characters ride o [...more]

As you likely already know, we're in the middle of National Tire Safety Week (May 24th-30th). Cooper Tires is a big supporter of tire safety and have their own campaign "Know B4 U Go" to remind drivers of the importance of tire maintenance.  The video below features Arie Luyendyk, Jr., a popular race car driver who currently competes in TORC racing on Cooper tires.  The video shows you how easy it is to check tread, tire pressure, and evaluate the condition of your tires before you hit the road [...more]

Did you see our recent blog post on the Biggest & Best of the world's road rallies? Or maybe you've always been a fan of the rally experience. The mix of race, party, and endurance challenge all rolled into one attracts car lovers, race fans, and wannabe drivers all over the world. For those who have never experienced a road rally in person, we've gathered a few videos to give you an insider's view of these amazing events. The first is a recap of the 2014 Gumball 3000 as lived by Team Betsa [...more]

Road rallies like to say they are all about the cars, but really it’s a combination of cars, big personalities, speed, hype and alcohol. With nearly every rally claiming to be the best on their homepage, it’s time for some organizing. Here are our picks for the biggest and best road rallies in the world. Gumball 3000 Gumball is a whole lot of hype, but for the most part, it actually lives up to it. Sure, there is massive media coverage about the celebs and their multi-country party road trip, bu [...more]

Race season is in full swing across the US.  Ever wondered what tires are used by racers? Let's take a look at a few of the different tires used in different types of racing. NASCAR [caption id="attachment_2380" align="alignleft" width="300"] photo by Raniel Diaz[/caption] NASCAR’s Sprint Cup series is undoubtedly the most popular racing series in the United States. The Stock Cars wear Goodyear Eagle racing slicks. At 11.5 inches wide, and fitting a 16 inch wheel, these tires are designed to he [...more]

Since winter refuses to let go of certain parts of North America, we tried to determine what is the best thing about winter hanging around. Our conclusion: a longer season for ice racing! If you didn't know, ice racing has been around as long as there have been motor vehicle driving on snowy/icy roads.  Only now people do it on official tracks as well as out in the wild.  Check out the videos below for a cross-section of ice racing fun -- and a near crash or two.

That darn groundhog was no help this year, but rest assured, spring is on its way. This means longer, warmer days, and excellent evenings for cruising. While the weather gets ready, you should too, so let’s look at some prep work you should do now to be ready for spring. If your cruiser was put up for winter, there are a few steps to take before firing her up and heading off. First off is of course removing any covers you may have put on your vehicle last fall. Do a visual once-over to make sur [...more]

There IS a right way to handle such situations.  Just watch these experts pull a semi out of a frozen lake: Ice and snow means skids and accidents. If you're really unlucky, your truck (or car) could fall through the ice into a stream, pond, lake or river.  If you ever need to pull your truck out of an icy waterway, here's what NOT to do (NSFW: language):

Car restorers dream of finding an abandoned classic and restoring it to its former glory.  Check out these 60 abandoned cars found in France last year: These vehicles were part of the collection of Roger Baillon, who spent several decades rescuing cars from the scrap heap in the hopes of opening a car museum.  When his financial empire collapsed, he was forced to sell some and abandon the rest. In 2014 his grandchildren inherited the estate and discovered this treasure trove. A f [...more]

You might have an all-wheel drive car with snow tires and think it’s awesome in the snow. You’re probably right. However, there are some situations where even snow tires aren’t enough. It’s time to chain up. Prep First, of course, you have to buy chains for your car. They are sold in specific sizes, so buy the ones that fit your tires. There is a lot of variety in prices, but even the cheap ones are decent enough in a pinch. Once you have them home, practice putting them on. Your first time putt [...more]

This month's Rim Review gives you a close up look at the Mannheim Rim. It's a product in the Mandrus Wheels line made specifically for Mercedes Benz vehicles, though it can be used on other cars. In the video below, Glenn walks you through some of the benefits of buying a rim that was specifically designed for a given car.  He also talks about the specs and available sizes of this rim. It comes in chrome and gunmetal with mirror cut face and lip.

The last remaining Super Snake went on the block at Barrett Jackson. Two were made, but the other was destroyed. This 1966 Shelby Cobra 427 was once owned by Carroll Shebly and was the highlight of the Ron Pratte Collection auctioned off in Scottsdale earlier this month. The video below shows the bidding on this truly one-of-a-kind car. While the final bid of $4.7 million did not meet the reserve price, the Shelby family purchased the car immediately following the close of bids for a fina [...more]

Barrett-Jackson auctions new, classic, and rebuilt vehicles. In Scottsdale, one car that fell into the latter category was a 1991 Ferrari F40 Coupe that sold for $742,500.00 (including the buyers commission). Presented by the legendary Reggie Jackson, this Ferrari was restored by Fast N'Loud Gas Monkey Garage. Watch the exciting auction below:

One of the featured vehicles at the 2015 Barrett-Jackson auctions in Scottsdale was a 1950 General Motors Futurliner Parade of Progress Tour Bus from the Ron Pratte Collection. Only 12 of these were made with just nine surviving -- and only three of those are in running order. Pratte is donating the proceeds from this bus to the Armed Forces Foundation (AFF). Many active duty and veteran military personnel were present for the auction. The winning bid was $4.1 million. An additional $650,000 [...more]

With 2015 only days away, most car fans are looking toward Arizona as January brings the annual Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale event. The annual auction, which lands in Arizona January 10th-18th, features some of the most famous and expensive cars and some of the most exciting bidding. With over 1,400 items on the block, the highlight of the event for many will be the Ron Pratte Collection. This special collection includes over 120 historic vehicles. Here are some previews of the Pratte Collect [...more]

Rust is the enemy of every classic car. Unless you are in the business of bodywork, rust is a major annoyance that if left untreated can turn into an expensive repair. Let’s take a look at how to prevent rust, and how to repair your vehicle if it has minor rust issues. First though, you might be asking “Why does my car rust in the first place?” Good question. Rust is the result of a chemical change in the metal. Basically, exposure to oxygen and water causes iron and steel to give up electrons, [...more]

On average, 30 people are killed by drunk drivers every day in the United States, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. While accidents happen, the sad fact is drunk driving is not an accident; it is the result of poor choices. Like many other poor choices, drunk driving is a preventable crime. To this effect, the President of the United States designates each December as National Impaired Driving Prevention Month. The period between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day is [...more]

In case you missed it, a new Guinness World Record was set when a semi rig jumped 83 feet and 7 inches.  And if that wasn't enough, the truck, complete with trailer, jumped OVER a F1 racing car, that was also in motion at the time. The feat was a promotion featuring one of the 2013 race cars from the Lotus Formula One team in conjunction EMC, the team's sponsor.  The semi was a Renault, who just happens to provide the engines for the Lotus team. But enough about what, just sit back and [...more]

If you, or someone you know, is obsessed with everything car culture, there are a ton of interesting gift options out there. Why spend hours surfing the ‘net, when all the coolest car related gift ideas are right here, starting from super cheap, to less so. Die-casts ($1 and up) Die-cast vehicles have been made for almost a century, and the variety is staggering. Every single production car made in the last few decades has a die-cast model out there. Yes, even your ugly first car, a 1986 Ford Es [...more]

If you're thinking about buying new rims, our experts have reviewed a bunch. The video below gives you a look at the Panorama Rim from TSW Wheel. As with our other reviews, the video tells you where the name "Panorama" came from and how the wheels are made. It also tells you the sizes available and suggests vehicles that might look good with these wheels. The rims are available in Matte Black and Silver with Mirror Cut Face.

If you have a beautiful classic, an overpowered muscle car, or a vehicle you regularly show, it’s just about time to put it away for winter. There are a few options on storing your vehicle, each with their own pros and cons. This quick overview will offer a look at what is involved in paying for storage, or doing it yourself. Off-Site Storage Storage units are mainly known for making it easy to hold onto the country’s junk, but are also a popular way to store a car over the long winter. Paying a [...more]

Our tire experts have created video reviews of numerous wheels that you can find on our YouTube channel. In this video, they look at the TSW Wheel Nurburgring Rim, explaining how the rims are forged and even why this specific name was chosen.  Learn which sizes are available and what vehicles the rims fit. The rims come in gunmetal with mirror cut face, matte bronze, and matte gunmetal.

It’s been over half a decade since the Smart Automobile Fortwo launched in the States, and the tiny car has made an impact. But is that impact a home run, or bird droppings hitting a windshield? The years have been more honest than than Smart’s press releases, so let’s have a look. Pros This thing is TINY. At 106 inches, the Fortwo is about eight and a half feet long. Or, about half the length of a Chevy Impala. This has some advantages, especially when looking for a parking space. Crowded city [...more]

This may come as somewhat of a surprise, but no car comes from the factory as a low-rider. Weird, huh? That means every low-rider was once a humble family sedan, sporty coupe, or work truck, changed forever by an owner with vision. If you’re in the market to make one yourself, here’s the most sought after cars and trucks to help you get your scrape on. 1985 – 97 Nissan Hardbody Sure, these days most laid-out minitrucks are S-10s, Tacomas, Rangers, or some compact import. That’s not old-school th [...more]

All the great car movies have one thing in common: awesome stunt driving. Sitting in the dark theater, you probably have imagined what it would be like to drive that way, just once, but you remember the "don't try this at home" warning. Tom McComas, a professional stunt driver, demonstrates a few basic car moves that you'll recognize from countless movies & TV shows.  While you may not want to try this at home, you'll certainly appreciate the "how" of stunt driving better after watching th [...more]