Browsing Facebook Marketplace for deals and projects I don’t need is a daily routine. Luckily, I’m not alone in this near-obsession with finding something I can fix and enjoy for much less than...
Ask ten enthusiasts for their ideal road trip car and you'll get ten different answers, because the right vehicle depends entirely on the kind of trip you're taking. A flat-out interstate run asks for very different things than a weekend of dirt roads and campsites, and neither has much in common...
All-wheel and four-wheel drive have become increasingly popular in the last few decades, and while they’ve provided better traction in inclement weather, they’ve also added complexity. At the center of all that complexity in many European cars and SUVs is a transfer case, which sends power to...
Porsche is unmistakably known for their successes in endurance racing, but the company has taken on motorsports of all kinds, including stage rallies. From three consecutive overall wins at the Monte Carlo Rally in the late sixties to the iconic images of the 953 and 959 on their way to their...
All engine coolant is not created equal. In a similar fashion to engine oil, coolant is a complex mixture of chemicals and minerals designed to keep your engine running as cool as possible. Aluminum and cast iron, the most common engine block materials, require different properties from the...
Human beings are fascinating creatures. For all of our likenesses as people, thanks to nature, nurture, or a combination of the two, our brains develop in delightfully different ways, and we have very different ways of tackling the problems life throws at us. Take, for example, the solutions for...
We can all agree that there's something special about a brand-new car. They have the latest and greatest technology, everything is fresh and clean, and there's that new car smell. Despite the draw of a brand new set of wheels, most of us can also agree that the used car market is where you can...
Race cars and boats don’t share too much in common. However, their inability to get from their storage locations to their places of use requires some vehicular assistance. Pickup trucks are great for towing; it’s partly what they’re made to do. But they can be overly big and don’t function the...
By the time the mid-nineties rolled around, the 911’s chassis and engine were over thirty years old. To keep up with evolving technology, Porsche had to reinvent the 911. An all-new chassis with revised suspension mounting points, improved aerodynamics, and an all-new engine were designed for the...
The Porsche 911 is pretty synonymous with aerodynamic aids. Spoilers and wings have been a part of the sports car’s journey for over fifty years and have played a significant role in the car's performance and iconic status. While the GT models exclusively feature today’s aerodynamic aids, it...