7 Best Saturday Night Live Skits About Cars & Driving
The top source for pop culture parody on television for four decades, Saturday Night Live has left no subject unaddressed or unscathed. Its wit and buffoonery have occasionally turned to the automotive industry and our driving habits. Here are seven of the best Saturday Night Live skits about cars that parody everything from driving habits to used car […]
4 Weird Roadside Attractions in Georgia
The Peach State is home to many things, but nothing compares to what you can find when driving on its roadways. From ancient military machines to a smiling nut, you won’t know what to think of these four weird roadside attractions in Georgia.
Simple Ways to Turn Back the Clock on Your Car’s Interior
Wear and tear is not only noticeable on your car’s exterior. Your car’s interior can look older than it should just from day-to-day and year-to-year use. But simple tweaks can stop the clock and make your car’s interior look like new once again. Learn More: The importance of regular oil changes Cleaning is never a […]
Earth Day: What is Toyota Up To?
As one of the best-selling car brands in the world, Toyota has a greater responsibility than most to build green cars in an eco-conscious way. Fortunately, the Japanese automaker has always been one of the companies most committed to environmentally-friendly practices, starting with the launch of the Prius more than two decades ago. Today, there […]
2018 Hyundai Ioniq Earns “Best Hybrid Car” Title from U.S. News & World Report
The 2018 Hyundai Ioniq is deserving of its recent award. U.S. World News & Report has just granted it the “2018 Best Hybrid Car” title. An EPA-estimated 58 mpg combined city/highway driving paired with a base price of $22,200 give it an advantage above its Toyota rivals. The Toyota Camry Hybrid and Toyota Prius both […]
9 Careers in the EV Industry
As electric vehicle (EV) sales continue to grow, it’s only natural for young adults to start focusing on career paths that would foster the development of this industry. Here are nine professions worth exploring if you’re interested in pursuing a job in the EV field. Spring Makeover: GM accessories to refresh your vehicle [wptab name=’#1′] […]
Car Thieves Take Advantage of the Rising Price of Car Parts to Sell Stolen Vehicles Piece by Piece
The increasingly common practice of car thieves dismantling vehicles to sell off their parts is leading to an increase in overall car thefts
Modern motorists who have been involved in an accident are learning the hard way just how expensive car parts can be in contemporary vehicles. The complicated intricacies and components required to create modern automobiles means that even a minor wreck can result in an expansive repair cost. Another problem that modern drivers have to deal […]
4 Benefits to Taking Your Car to the Dealership for Your Maintenance
Vehicle ownership brings with it a host of maintenance costs over the years. From regular oil changes and new tires to potential engine and transmission problems, your vehicle will need to be taken in for service at some point. You have a few options when you’re choosing your vehicle service provider; you can take your […]
Sumitomo Refines its Smart Tire Technology
As manufacturers release more innovative features on their vehicles, you have to wonder if tires missed out on the technology upgrade. While we have rain-sensing windshield wipers and headlights that automatically turn on when they sense a certain level of darkness, why can’t tires have this same quality of response? The Japanese-based company Sumitomo recently […]
“Rick and Morty” Fan Trades His Volkswagen GTI for a Single Packet of McDonald’s Szechuan Sauce
Depending on who you ask, Rick Sanchez of the Adult Swim hit show Rick and Morty is either one of the most complicated characters in cartoon history or simply a man obsessed with one thing above all else: McDonald’s limited-edition Szechuan sauce. The character himself has declared that his main motivation is derived from the fast […]
GM Vietnam Volunteers Reach Out to Help Students Affected by Flash Flooding
Around 50 General Motors Vietnam employees and Chevrolet dealership reps participated in a 400-kilometer goodwill journey from October 2 – 3, intended to support the students of two schools in the Mu Chang Chai District of Yen Bai that were affected by flash flooding. The trip involved seven Chevy Colorado pickup trucks filled with volunteers, supplies, […]
Rebuilt Engines Offer Drivers Eco- and Cost-Friendly Choice
Auto repair can get pricey, and sometimes even with endless cash repairing an extremely damaged engine just doesn’t make financial sense or may not even be possible. If you have a destroyed engine, you’re probably thinking it’s time for a new car. And, even though that is a reasonable choice, it’s an expensive choice, and […]
Honda Reports Its Environmental Performance and Progress
Honda has released its 13th annual North American Environmental Report (NAER), which details the environmental impact of its operations in the United States, Canada, and Mexico from April 1, 2016 to March 31, 2017. The report spans 51 pages, but you won’t have to read through all of that to get an idea of Honda’s […]
Motorized Nostalgia: 7 Obscure Car-Themed Cartoons from Your Childhood
When we were children, there was nothing better than waking up and sitting in front of the television on a weekend, eating breakfast while mesmerized by the latest cartoons. Everyone had their favorite shows back then that they still remember fondly to this day; but over the years, there have been numerous ones that ended quickly or have […]
Four Modern Car Features That Would Have Saved the Pope’s Face in Colombia
Pope Francis, known to many, Catholic or not, as “the cool Pope,” recently had something of a mishap on his Popemobile tour of Colombia. When travelling slowly through the crowd in the city of Cartagena, the driver appears to lose concentration for a second and nearly runs into the preceding car, sending the poor Pope, […]
Have You Ever Wondered What Roads Are Made Out of?
They’re massive, they’re pervasive, and they’re integral to your daily transportation. Within a mere century, roads have erected throughout the entire world, paving the way for automotive transportation. Streets have become an inseparable part of every neighborhood and the overall global aesthetic. Just look out your front window and you’re bound to see these rock-solid […]
Weighing the Pros and Cons of Cool Pavement Technology
Cool pavement technology could greatly reduce global cooling and contribute to human health and comfort, especially as climate change continues to escalate. UCLA scientists predict that the number of hot days over 95 degrees will triple or quadruple by 2050. This predicted heat increase will be especially strong in metropolitan areas. Scientists have been […]
Tar Splatters on the Road Serve in the Name of Cost-Effective Road Repair
The road most or even least traveled is rarely smooth. There are bumps, cracks, potholes, and what look like tar spills or lines that drivers have to navigate while journeying to their destination. The bumps and cracks and potholes make sense—wear and tear caused by other vehicles and Mother Nature’s wrath are all reasons why […]