The 2018 Specialty Equipment Manufacturer’s Association, more commonly known as SEMA holds an annual trade show in Las Vegas the first week of November. It is the largest automotive convention in the world, and it just keeps getting bigger. The caveat is that this show is not open to the…
Your eyes are feeling heavy as the road ahead slips into nothingness. Within moments, you’re crossing the divide between wakefulness and sleep, and that’s a terrible place to be when controlling a moving car. But just before any deadly consequences occur, your car alerts you to the danger, allowing you…
One of the most unique events in drag racing is HOT ROD Drag Week. Race car builders from around the world are put to the test that is half drag race, half road rally. The challenge: to build the fastest street legal car that can still drive hundreds of miles between…
The crisp fall air triggers more than the need for an extra layer or a hot cider craving. It’s part of the chemical reaction that entices trees to let go of their green, revealing a bright flash of color before winter sets in. And it’s also a great excuse for…
So far this year, manual transmission sales make up just 2 percent of American car sales — and just 20 percent of 2018 models even offer the option, according to The Morning Call. Since their introduction in the 1950s, automatic transmissions have been criticized for worse fuel economy, less reliability…
Voice command car technology has been around a while, but its level of sophistication has grown since its earliest incarnations. Older systems offered a very limited range of commands and often required users to speak unnaturally. The situation has improved in recent years. Thanks to technology offered by Amazon’s Alexa…
Buying a new car for your family can be a daunting task. You want to make sure your investment keeps everyone both satisfied and safe. There are quite a few factors to consider, but the best family cars 2018 can meet all of your demands and deliver the whole family…
You’ve seen them around town, and in increasing numbers too: vinyl-wrapped cars. Some are very easy to spot if the wrap touts a local business, a product or even a political point of view. Other wraps are not as apparent, as they simply change the color of a car without…
Boating is a great summertime activity for all ages, but it’s easy to forget the real dangers it poses. It’s something to take seriously, and being prepared is the number-one thing you can do to keep everyone safe and happy. With a bit of forethought and boat safety know-how, you…
School’s out and that means the recreational pursuits are in full swing. Swimming, hiking, beach volleyball and cycling are just a few of the many fun activities for young and old alike. If off-roading is your thing, especially on an all-terrain vehicle (ATV), then you’re in good company. ATV use…