Mazda's Tradition of Karakuri Gives Them an Edge
Mazda and other Japanese automakers like Toyota might have a distinct advantage over other companies because of a cultural tradition called karakuri, which involves finding simple and unique solutions to…
LEGO Releases New C7 Corvette ZR1 Technic Kit
Photo: auto imagen Many car enthusiasts enjoy channeling their passion for autos by assembling vehicle models kits from manufacturers like LEGO. While past LEGO Technic kits have highlighted European performance…
Cannybot Toy Cars Drive Children to Learn Robotics, Programming, 3D Printing
Looking for a real toy your digitally-addicted child can play with that isn’t on a smart phone? The future of remote control racing is here, and it uses basic 3D…
2018 Mazda6 Overview
With a fresh new design and a much more upscale look on life, the 2018 Mazda6 is taking its place as the flagship passenger car for the Zoom-Zoom brand with…
What Are the Worst Drivers on the Road? Our Picks
Some drivers, it seems, deserve a permanent placard reading “Warning, I drive like I have a car full of bees” on their bumper. No matter the reason why, our roadways…
[VIDEO] Footage Of Caitlyn Jenner’s Fatal Crash Finally Released
A photo of the aftermath of the fatal car accident that Bruce Jenner (now Caitlyn Jenner) was involved in a few months ago Photo: Twitter Video of Caitlyn Jenner’s fatal…
Why Does My Car's Proximity Alert Beep When Nothing Is There?
Photo: The News Wheel Vehicle safety continues to evolve and become more accessible to the average driver. What used to be featured only on only high-end models has become widely…
AAA Study: 60% of Teen-Involved Crashes Caused By Distraction
Cover for Using Naturalistic Driving Data to Assess the Prevalence of Environmental Factors and Driver Behaviors in Teen Driver Crashes Photo: AAA Today, the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety released…
Potatoes and Cars: A Tribute to National Potato Day
Photo: taltigolt Potatoes and cars — such an unusual combination. However, there are quite a few scenarios where potatoes intersect with vehicles and transportation. Here are just four car-related celebrations…
In Praise of “The Honking,” the Only Halloween Episode of Futurama
Bender transforms into a “were-car” in the classic Futurama episode “The Honking” Horror movies and cars are a pretty natural pairing. While it’s not quite as close as the relationship…
What Happens If You Drive off with the Gas Hose?
Driving away from a gas pump with the gas hose still attached happens more frequently than you might think — whether it’s a case of morning brain fog, or succumbing…
What Happens if You Overfill Engine Oil?
Oil changes are a key component of routine maintenance While regular oil changes are an essential part of routine car care, putting too much oil in the engine can be…
A Gearhead's Review of Netflix's “Buddy Thunderstruck” Show
Photo: Netflix, Inc. Netflix has become known for its adult-oriented shows and movies, but the online video streaming service has produced a myriad of original children’s programming, too. Last year,…
British EV Chargers Retract Into the Sidewalk After Use
Electric vehicles continue to thrive in Europe. While no one can deny the benefit they bring to the environment, few people find EV chargers visually attractive — especially when those…
Gender Statistics: Do Men and Women Crash Their Cars Differently?
Photo: Thue via Wikimedia/CC While the idea isn’t always politically correct, numerous studies have been performed that illustrate the differences between men and women—the ways they think, the ways they…
