Here is a video sharing one family's story of how distracted driving devastated their life: And below is a vintage film discussing the importance of concentration long before the age of cell phone distraction: The National Safety Council has designated April as Distracted Driving Awareness Month. It is their goal to remind everyone of the importance of keeping your eyes on the road while driving. Research shows that thousands of people are killed each year due to distracted drivin [...more]

April is National Car Care Month, and it’s the perfect time to get some basic maintenance out of the way. This last winter was brutal for most of the country, and that means many vehicles were neglected during the coldest months. It’s about to get very rainy, so don’t let that little issue turn into a big problem at an inopportune time. Here’s five easy things you can do during National Car Care Month to save you some cash and give you piece of mind. Check Your Fluids An engine is only as good a [...more]

Car shows and cruise nights are an integral part of American culture. Whether setting up drag races, teenagers cruising for the opposite sex, or elderly men showing of the symbol of their youth, cruises and shows have permeated our culture. The aptly named Memories Car Club has one of the best cruise and show gatherings in the country, and would like to invite you to attend to help their good cause. Memories Car Club is based out of High Ridge, just outside St Louis, Missouri. When the wea [...more]

Most of us can't afford to travel to the big auto shows around the country.  Luckily the internet gives us ample opportunities to see what we've missed. Check out the Top Ten new cars shown in Detroit in January, according to The Fast Lane.

March has been a particular rough month for car scammers -- which is good news for their victims. In Minnesota, a man was sentenced to more than six years in jail for fraud in connection with his car restoration business, Memory Lane Classics.  Between 2007 and 2010 he reportedly swindled car owners out of $1 million dollars in undelivered restorations.  In addition to jail time, he will be forced to pay back his victims. Read the full story at http://www.startribune.com/local/250800571.html [...more]

The popular Barrett-Jackson automotive auctions are the flashy end result of the business of flipping cars. While buying used vehicles for a low price, fixing them, and selling for a profit has always been around, there is a renewed interest due to shows like Fast N Loud and Counting Cars. Pre-Great Recession, car flipping was a decent way to make cash as a side business, or even a full time source of employment for a few adventurous souls. The trick was to find a vehicle that needed minimal wo [...more]

You spend a good amount of time in your vehicle driving, so it should reflect your style. While there are lots of modifications available, some of them, like truck nutz, can reduce the cool factor. Here are some simple and affordable ways to customize your vehicle, without making it look like a Made in China ride. Window tint is the first modification most people make to their vehicles. It’s affordable, helps keep your vehicle cooler in summer, and honestly just looks neat. Window tint can cost [...more]

Tires are vastly improved compared to even just 20 or 30 years ago. Even so, they still wear out. Costing anywhere from $60 for cheap economy tires to well over $500 for a single high performance sport tire, they can be a very expensive maintenance item. Here is how you can make them last longer. Air pressure is your tire’s friend. When tires are not properly inflated, all sorts of problems can happen. The low tire pressure causes the tire to deform as it is driven, causing excessive wear to th [...more]

When people discuss car movies, someone eventually brings up Grease. Yet, this 1978 trip down memory lane never really discusses the cars. Sure, they are vaguely in the songs, but they are not critical to the story like the Bandit’s 1977 Trans Am, or Memphis Raines’ GT500 Eleanor. With that said, Grease does offer the grease monkey a visual buffet of 1950s American iron. The first car to appear in the movie is the Pink Ladies’ 1948 Studebaker Commander Regal. It looks to be in decent shape, but [...more]

When the temperature drops, you may notice a warning light near your vehicle’s gauges. If the warning light looks like a deflating tire surrounding an exclamation point, don’t freak out; it’s an easy fix. This warning light happens because tires, of course, are filled with air. That air responds to the environment, and gets warmer or colder with the seasons. In late fall and winter, the air is colder, so it is also denser, which means less outward pressure in your tires than earlier in the year [...more]

While Barrett-Jackson auctions are often critiqued for catering to the collector instead of the enthusiast, you have to admit; they sure can sell some iron. The Scottsdale, Arizona auction running January 12th – 19th, 2014 was no exception. Here are a few of the highlights. 2014 Chevrolet COPO Camaro One of 69 race-only Camaros, the Central Office Production Order name harkens back to the ‘60s when Chevy limited displacement in their smaller cars. The COPO Camaros were a way around the rule [...more]

Watch the video below to learn more about the car and see the winning bid: The L88 Corvette was manufactured in 1967.  Because only 20 were built, it is considered by many collectors to be the ultimate American-made car. Earlier this month an L88 went on the block at Barrett-Jackson. It had the additional distinction of being the only 1967 L88 built in red. This one-of-kind car fetched the highest price at the 2014 Scottsdale event

Hubcaps, or wheel covers, are standard equipment on many vehicles, yet they are often overlooked when it comes time for maintenance. If your hubcaps are starting to rattle or pull away from the wheel, it’s time to take a closer look. First, a little on how they work. Hubcaps are held on in a manner similar to the way drum brakes work. With brakes, the shoes apply outward force against the drum, causing friction and slowing the vehicle. With hub caps, the retention ring applies outward force aga [...more]

At last week's Barrett-Jackson, film fiction came to life when a recreation of 'Tow Mater' went on the block. Tow Mater is a character in both Cars and Cars 2, blockbuster animated films from Disney-Pixar. This version of Tow Mater was created on a 55 Chevy truck and customized to resemble the animated car. Check out the auction clip below to see what this unique car went for:

These days you can buy a new car without leaving the comfort of your couch. Let’s look at the best ways to do just that. Dealerships these days still want your money, but they realize how easy it is to be a savvy customer with online cross-shopping. They know that you can easily Google other dealerships. As a result, most dealerships have set up online sales departments that show a complete inventory, offer prices, and even financing. Another bonus is the internet sales division typically will [...more]

Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale came to an end yesterday, but memories of the event will live on. Watch the video below to see a Camaro COPO drag racer auctioned off to raise funds for the Achilles Freedom Team of Wounded Veterans.

Tires are probably the single most important component of a car, yet also the most overlooked. Many vehicle owners ignore the fact that tires are the only thing in contact with the ground, and the quality and type of tire will determine how well the vehicle grips the road and stops. While some aspects of tires have not changed in a century (they are still air filled round rubber donuts), other tire designs are cutting edge. With that in mind, let’s take a look at how modern tires are made. [...more]

Winter has only just begun, and more ice and snow are likely soon. Be a smart and safe driver by thinking about winter preparation for your vehicle. One of the easiest ways to get around in slippery conditions is with a set of tire chains. These metal bands temporarily slip over the tire and offer grip on even the flattest ice sheets. Plus, they are very inexpensive, and sold at just about any auto parts store. A couple things are handy to know before you run out and buy them. Fir [...more]

There are countless articles and blog posts discussing the dangers of driving on worn out tires.  Still, many drivers don't have a clue how to tell if the problem they are having is due to tire wear or some other issue. The video shows you close up what various wear patterns look like, what causes them, and gives suggestions on how to deal with the problem.

One of the most crucial elements to the proper function of your vehicle yet often of the most neglected—tires.  They are more than just an accessory that needs to be checked every few months and replaced every couple of years.  Poorly maintained tires are more likely to cause an accident that injury or kill you or someone else, wear more quickly causing you to replace them more frequently, and are less fuel efficient costing you more money in gas.   And dealing with a flat tire is time-consuming [...more]

Eddie Lee of Mackin Industries interviews the designer of the iconic Rays TE37 wheel.  Learn what went into the design of this popular racing wheel and why it remains a best seller 17 years after its debut. Have you purchased Volk's TE37? What was your experience with it?

Tires; while they are many times taken for granted they are by far one of the most important elements on your vehicle.  They provide traction to keep you on the road, improve your gas mileage when properly inflated, and help provide a smooth and comfortable ride.  Although they make look relatively low-tech, tires are much more than just rubber tubes that surround your rims.  There is an immense amount of research and technology that goes into creating tires, and the new eMembrane by Hankook Tir [...more]

The city of Detroit has a long and noble history.  One of the oldest cities in the US, founded in 1701, it is the epicenter of the American auto industry.  It played at key role during WW2 building vehicles for the military and is commonly referred to as Motor City since it is home to many American auto makers.  Despite all of this the city has been in decline—people and businesses moving out, misconduct and hardship moving in.  Although efforts were made to avoid it, for various reasons the cit [...more]

If you have ever attempted shopping for tires online or in a store, it doesn’t take long to realize it’s much more complex than just picking out the tire with the best warranty or the thickest tread.  Finding the right tire for vehicle and your lifestyle may be accomplished with the help of a trained and knowledgeable technician, but being an informed consumer can ensure that you are getting the best deal for your car and your money. There are many different types of tires available—mud/snow, o [...more]

On October 15th, the newest CSR Classics was released.  It's promise? "Race the greatest cars ever made, and restore them to their former glory!" The game offers users the chance to restore rusty shells of classic cars from Chevy, Pontiac, Shelby, BMW, and others. The cars can then be pitted against each other in drag races in fantasy match ups. Published by NaturalMotion Games, the app currently has a 4.5 star rating. It is compatible with the newer versions of iPhone, iPad, and iPod [...more]