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Now You Can See Google Doodles on Their Self-Driving Cars

In another move to make its prototype cars look as cute and nonthreatening as possible, Google decided it should proudly display some Google doodles on the sides. However, it wasn’t a Google employee behind the design this time around – it was local artists.
Scott
Thu, 03/16/2017 - 07:04

When Winter Clears, We’ll Know if 2014 is Going to Be Good for the Auto Industry or Not

Automakers reported that they sold a total of 15.6 million cars and trucks last year in the US.
Scott
Thu, 03/16/2017 - 20:12

How to save money on auto insurance

It’s that time of year again… time for taxes. I’ve been going over mine and realizing how much of my money gets eaten up every year. It got me thinking about how I could start saving a little bit more.
Scott
Tue, 05/30/2017 - 19:58

Why A Cheap Car Can Be The Best Car

Every so often, you spot one. The glorified crapcan, replete with bumper stickers no self-respecting human would choose to display on a vehicle of status and “wash me” engraved in its protective layer of dust.
Scott
Fri, 06/09/2017 - 18:54

Bridgestone pairing up with Alfa Romeo

The following is a press release that was sent to me by Bridgestone: 
Scott
Mon, 06/19/2017 - 07:51

How to Avoid Getting Ripped Off on Car Insurance

Hitting the road without car insurance is a move so foolish nearly no one tries it, but that doesn’t change the fact that insurance is a significant cost for new car owners.
Scott
Mon, 06/19/2017 - 11:36

Why You Should Go to the Doctor After Even a Small Accident

Cars today are safer than ever before. They have stronger chassis, high-tech restraint systems and crumple zones to distribute impact.
Scott
Tue, 06/20/2017 - 16:04

Should You Buy a Lift for Your Car?

We all love working on our cars, but getting down on the ground to slide underneath them on a creeper can be miserable — and it’s even worse if you don’t have a creeper or a driveway.
Scott
Wed, 07/05/2017 - 05:18

How Do They Make Steering Wheels?

Unless you’re the proud owner of an extremely vintage vehicle with a tiller or the prototype Saab that used a joystick for steering input, you rely on the trusty guidance mechanism known as the steering wheel when you’re operating your vehicle.
Scott
Mon, 07/10/2017 - 18:03

How to Clean up After Working on Your Car

“Grease monkey” may be a term of endearment, but no one appreciates a hug from a greasy mechanic. If turning wrenches is a regular part of your life, chances are you’ve been exposed to more than a few messy situations.
Scott
Sat, 07/15/2017 - 22:55