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10 Cars That Were Lost to History
If there's one thing that the car world is good at, it's preserving historic cars for future generations to enjoy. That's why you can still see examples of some of the best vintage cars in existence, and why you can still regularly spot some of the best classic cars of the 40s at almost every car show out there.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart8 years ago in Wheel
6 Easy Ways to Become a Better Daily Driver
Every time we get behind the wheel, you are operating a very heavy piece of machinery at high speeds. No matter what level of driver we think we are, there is always room for improvements to be made. Taking the correct precautions like driver's ed courses, practicing, asking help from a friend, and even just plain old research can help save you money, keep you safe, and most importantly keep others safe while driving on the road. Who knows? You may even discover a new passion you didn't think you had.
By Lucas Todesco8 years ago in Wheel
Things You Didn't Know About Toyota
Wherever you are in the world, you almost certainly are aware of Toyota. Statistically speaking, it's even likely that you own a Toyota vehicle! Having produced well over 200 million units, Toyota is the largest and most widespread vehicle manufacturer in the world. Even as prominent as the company is on a global scale, there are still plenty of things you didn't know about Toyota. For example, do you know how Toyota got its name? Do you know how many times Toyota has straight up copied ideas from other car manufacturers? This article will discuss these and many other interesting factoids from the 80-year history of this Japanese car maker.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick8 years ago in Wheel
11 Car Brands You Won't See in America
If there's one thing that Americans love, it's cars. We really love cars. We were the country that started the muscle car craze, the country that made some of the best sports cars in history, and the country that has the most cars per capita in the world.
By Skunk Uzeki8 years ago in Wheel
Car Insurance
I worked in the insurance business for several years. First in customer service, then in sales, and finally as an insurance agent. The main thing that stood out to me was that the majority of people have no idea what auto insurance entails. They don't understand limits, coverage, or what all their options are. And how would the average person know without it being explained to them, which unfortunately doesn't happen nearly as much as it should. More & more insurance companies are stepping onto the scene without the option to sit down with your neighborhood agent. The main form of communication is a call center or an app, so it's becoming increasingly harder to come across agents who will take the time to make sure you understand the ins-and-outs of your policy. In turn this leaves people under insured and over exposed to all sorts of risks that they aren't even aware of. It is my hope to quickly and effectively teach you the basics of coverages, policy options, and even terminology as well as the pros and cons to 'liability only' coverage. I want to start by clearing up a common misconception. The term "full coverage" is very misleading and should not be used at all. What they mean by full coverage is that you opted to get more coverage above just liability. The correct term is collision and comprehensive. In all reality there is no such thing as full coverage. Every coverage has a limit. Also there are other options that are not always automatically included such as rental reimbursement, towing, and roadside assistance. I've taken countless calls from frustrated customers who just got in a wreck and thought they had full coverage.
By Angel Perez8 years ago in Wheel
JDM Gear for Girls. Top Story - July 2018.
The JDM car community is one that's reserved for those who really, truly love power and durability in their cars. JDM, or Japanese Domestic Market, is a community that is very heavily tied to street racing and car mods rappers regularly mention.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart8 years ago in Wheel
Rideshare Etiquette-Part 2
It seems like everyone has gotten into ridesharing these days. Lyft and Uber have made it easy for individuals to make extra money and even make a full income with their services. I have been an avid user of Lyft and Uber since 2014 and I have experienced the good, bad, and ugly of both platforms.
By Rosilind Wilson8 years ago in Wheel
Are Car Washes Bad in the Winter?
Many people worry that washing their car in the winter, whether it's the greatest pickup truck or coolest minivan, will be of harm to their vehicle's paint or windows. Others believe that washing their car in the winter isn't necessary with all of the snow, rain, and general moisture in the air.
By Glenn Bushinski8 years ago in Wheel
How To Replace The Upholstery In Your Car
Your car is your baby. It's your pride and joy. It takes you from Point A to Point B in style, and if you're like me, you basically live out of it. Unfortunately, living out of your car can bring mishaps—especially if you're a fan of drive-throughs or partying nights out.
By Iggy Paulsen8 years ago in Wheel
Lexus Lover
I want to share my opinion on what it’s like to own a Lexus and the pros and cons of owning one. Pros Stylish: No matter which Lexus you own, it will have style and class. There is no better feeling than driving down the road with everyone looking at your car and getting compliments.
By Vicky Bond8 years ago in Wheel
JDM Car Mods You Will Love. Top Story - July 2018.
If there's one car community that really shows pride in making cars the best version of themselves, it's the JDM community. JDM, which stands for Japanese Domestic Market, is a community that focuses on high quality cars made for Japan's domestic market.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart8 years ago in Wheel
