On the car you buy, used or new, the engine and coolant system is really a simple boiler Car engines operate on the same principal as a locomotive steam engine boiler. The difference is that instead of heating the water (coolant) with firewood or coal, the hot engine in the car provides the heat because […]

Combing the strengths and elements of Chevy’s original utility vehicle, the 1949 Chevy Suburban, and the company’s current roadster pickup, the Chevy SSR, the 2006 Chevy HHR holds a distinct design. The 2006 Chevy HHR is a crossover vehicle that has combined both a small sedan as well as a small sport utility vehicle. This […]

While the news reports concerning hurricanes, flood damages and the travesty that was put upon the unfortunate victims have slowed down, the dangers and hazards are still present.
With reports varying upwards of 600,000 vehicles damaged by floodwaters, these cars and trucks will most certainly, and already have, surfaced across the country, waiting on their next […]

Many years ago engine water pumps ran full time, pumping the water through the engine block but not through the radiator. Thermostats in the top of the radiator contained a spring-loaded valve, the spring being made of two dissimilar metals (bi-metallic, just like the ones in your home) and when the temperature got to 180o, […]

Specs for 1963-67 Corvette Sting Ray
Engine: OHV 90 degree V-8, 327 cid, 396 cid, 427 cid
Construction: Cast-iron block and heads, single cam, pushrods
Compression ratio: 11:1
Induction: Rochester fuel injection or one/two Carter four barrel carbs
Maximum Power: 250-375 bhp (327 cid) 390-435 (427 cid)
Top Speed: 152 mph
0-60 mph: 5.4 sec, 427 cid
Transmission: Four-speed, all syncromesh manual, optional […]

To distinguish the new MINI from the classic Mini, one would have to look at how it is written. In bold letters would be the new MINI, meanwhile the classic Mini would just have to take it the normal way. This MINI is a subsidiary of BMW and is also produced by that same subsidiary […]

Acura, as a brand, has been holding up its share in its commitment of crafting, introducing, and bringing to the market vehicles that are engineered so as to provide excellent performance. And once again, Acura has added another vehicle to this list and at the same reinforcing the brand’s commitment. Welcome the all-new 2006 Acura […]

Welcome the new 2006 Honda Accord. This vehicle is a family sedan that holds four doors. It has the maximum passenger capacity of holding five people. It also comes available in 17 various trims that ranges from the VP 5 Spd MT to the EX V6 5 Spd AT with Nav System and XM Radio. […]

From the Value Edition 2.5 L to the GLI, the 2006 Volkswagen Jetta has been crafted by the Volkswagen automobile company to take in a maximum passenger capacity of five people. Also, this vehicle sports two doors, and the whole vehicle has been considered as a carryover from the previous year, 2005. This vehicle though […]

Introduced in 1995, the Audi TT was still a concept car that time. After three years, the Audi TT came rolling off the manufacturing and assembly lines to the streets. This new vehicle then held the Audi A4’s shorter version of its platform. This vehicle was manufactured as a front drive coupe and as a […]

A carryover from the previous year, 2005, the 2006 Acura TL is a luxury sedan or luxury sports sedan. It has been made available in six trims that ranges from the 5-Spd AT to the 6-Spd MT with Performance Tires and Navigation System. It has four doors and has a maximum passenger capacity of five […]

The 2006 Audi A3 has revolutionized the automobile industry. It has made its own set of standards as per its class. It provides appeal, personality, dynamism, ambition, and ambience. And that is all in one vehicle. When Audi was creating this vehicle, it was a crucial moment for them. The company had created the 2006 […]

Premature failure of a rubber timing belt can easily cost two or three thousand dollars of repairs, possibly including a new engine. Therefore knowing the true mileage of a used car is imperative. Off lease Cars having 4 or 6 cyl. engines may have rubber timing belts and should be avoided.
Be warned
Five years ago an […]

Premature failure of a rubber timing belt can easily cost two or three thousand dollars of repairs, possibly including a new engine. Therefore knowing the true mileage of a used car is imperative. Off lease Cars having 4 or 6 cyl. engines may have rubber timing belts and should be avoided.
Be warned
Five years ago an […]

What kind of difference can the use biodiesel make when it comes to changing the world for the better? Perhaps the biggest impact of the use of biodiesel fuel instead of just plain diesel is on the human health and the environment.
One of the biggest differences that biodiesel make is with regards to smog. Using […]

The qualification procedures may be arcane, Speed Weeks may take too long, and the kvetching about restrictor plates may make the Smokeless Set’s drivers sound like Oprah Winfrey bitching out James Frey (”How could you lie to me? I’m Oprah”). But once Sunday afternoon comes, NASCAR nation is set to be completely psyched once again, […]

Have you ever wanted to drive a real race car around a world famous racetrack? Have you ever wanted to experience the speed, the power, the rush? Well, all of this are now possible right next to you! How? Simple: racing courses and racing schools
What are these schools and courses offering?
First, of course Introduction to […]

Lead has been used in fuel since the 1920’s. During normal operation of petrol engines, “pinging” or “knocking” takes place. Engine knock takes place when the last part of the air-fuel mixture in the combustion chamber detonates uncontrollably - this may damage the engine. In order to prevent “knocking”, petrol requires a certain octane level. […]

Twenty years ago traveling in motor homes and RV’s was for the silver-haired generation, but today you can find travelers’ of all ages and income brackets enjoying the countryside. The mystery and excitement of touring firsthand, up close and personal with the scenery of your choice, is available in a motor home or an RV. […]

If you just bought a “new” car, and it is in the repair shop more than it is on the road, you could find the Lemon Car Law is a peach of a return for you! The Lemon Car Law is designed to protect consumers against used car turnover and fraudulent sales people. The Lemon […]

It is a fact that though drivers can control most of their actions most of the time, they are totally powerless when it comes to the actions of others drivers. They simply do not know what other drivers on the road are going tot do. This is why it is very important for drivers to […]

Mustang enthusiasts are in heaven with the recent collaboration between Carroll Shelby and Ford once again. As a legendary race car driver turned designer, Shelby infused the classic Mustang with the kind of power and style that hadn’t yet been seen before in any vehicle of its day. To completely understand the fascination and borderline […]

Transforming advanced styling and performance for drivers is the 2006 Acura RSX. This new vehicle dominates the open road. It is one of the most popular vehicles out in the streets and this is also one vehicle that people like to be seen with. The 2006 Acura RSX has been made available in two trim […]

When purchasing a new car, do you consider safety above all the other decorative features? If you have children, your answer should definitely be yes. Most parents use their cars every single day, often with their children riding along. For this reason it is so important to always be aware of your childs safety while […]

The 2006 Cadillac DTS is another addition to the Cadillac brand. Cadillac, which is the brand that is very much associated and connected with luxury, is right on the path of reliving and reviving its products from the past. This new vehicle from Cadillac is a large luxury sedan that promises to provide an excellent […]

Yesterday, I had an interesting experience at the car dealership, where I brought my car for service.
I had an appointment, having been forced to make one a full week, in advance. I even knew the name of the service consultant with whom I was scheduled to speak.
The formality of it all, even before I showed […]