fact or fiction
Is it fact or merely fiction? Fact or Fiction explores the myths and beliefs we hold about gas guzzlers, self-driving cars and our on-road lives.
10 Reasons Your Car Is Making a Grinding Noise When You Brake
If you own a car, you are going to have some issues with it eventually. One of the issues that comes up frequently is your car making a grinding noise when you brake. This is a pretty common issue that’s usually attributed to normal wear and tear.
By Mike Mavenful7 years ago in Wheel
Drowsy Driving vs. Drunk Driving
Have you ever driven your car while feeling lethargic? Well, although driving while tired may seem like a harmless or normal thing to do, it can have serious consequences. Most people are aware of the dangers of drunk driving but not everybody is knowledgeable of the dangers of driving while worn out.
By Brandon Leuangpaseuth7 years ago in Wheel
10 Things You Didn't Know About Changing Your Oil. Top Story - November 2018.
Not everyone is a "car person," and that's alright by me. Even if you don't have any particular interest in cars, however, there's still a good chance you own one. In fact, you probably use it almost every single day. If you own a car, you need to be in tune to its basic maintenance needs, and changing your oil is an integral part of those needs—among other car maintenance tips every driver should know. Whether you love learning about cars or you just want to know enough to take care of your daily mode of transportation, there are basic facts we should all know about our oil.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick7 years ago in Wheel
Motorcycles: Worth the Risk?
While stuck in the endless sea of cars of our daily work commute, you notice a few motorcyclists cutting through the endless crawl of traffic, and you sit there helplessly daydreaming about how cool it would be to own a motorcycle. I mean why not consider investing in a motorcycle? The benefits seem to clearly outweigh the disadvantages, right?
By Zack Monroe7 years ago in Wheel
Will We Ever See Steam-Powered Cars?
During the Victorian age and throughout the early 20th century, steam-power was the crowning glory of the transportation industry. Although trains and boats powered by steam were the stars of the show, steam-powered cars were on the verge of becoming the go-to mode of personal transport. Alas, time and circumstances prevented them from reaching their full potential at the time. As you know, internal combustion engines overtook the world around the same time, which eventually rendered external combustion engines obsolete. For the longest time, steam carriages, steam engines, and other steam-powered vehicles were nothing more than nostalgic novelties. The fact is that steam power has a number of advantages over external combustion, so the subject of bringing back steam-driven personal and commercial vehicles pops up often. Is it a good idea? Does it even hold any weight? Well, you can't decide that without a comprehensive list of pros and cons.
By Dr. Ethan Levi7 years ago in Wheel
Things You Didn't Know About Fisker
Henrik Fisker is a Danish designer living in Los Angeles, CA. He is responsible for designing famous cars, such as the Aston Martin DB9 and the BMW Z8. He co-founded the car company Fisker Automotive in 2007, and revolutionized the industry for electric vehicles. With this success though, it's important to consider that the auto industry is always changing, and there is a lot of money involved in the game. For Fisker, it has been somewhat of a bumpy road. However, each time the car company has faced challenges, they’ve managed to come back strong. Here are some things you didn’t know about Fisker and their journey from the beginning until today.
By Morgan E. Westling7 years ago in Wheel
10 Reasons Why You Should Consider Buying a Smart Car
We've all seen them: tiny, toy-like microcars that pepper city streets. This breed of vehicle has been a mainstay in Europe for the greater part of the past century, but only recently have microcars seen a major growth in popularity in the United States. This is largely thanks to the success of the Smart line of vehicles, which have become so ubiquitous that "smart car" has become a catch-all term for any brand of tiny but mighty automobiles. Buying a smart car isn't for everyone, but for those who can adapt to the smaller vehicle, there is a wide variety of benefits.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick7 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
What Is Bosozoku?
Bosozoku, more properly bōsōzoku, most properly 暴走族, may not be a word you are particularly familiar with. In fact, you may not have even ever heard this term before now. Literally speaking, the Japanese word "bosozoku" translates as "running-out-of-control tribe" or "violent speed tribe." Beyond the literal meaning of the word, it can be hard to produce a definitive answer to the question "what is bosozoku?" Bosozoku refers to a Japanese youth subculture that is partly a loosely-knit motorcycle gang, partly an unorganized crime syndicate, partly an ideological counterculture movement, and partly a fashion style. Ultimately the best way to understand exactly what the bosozoku is, was, and will be is to trace its development from its post-WWII origins, through its peak in 1982, and finally to its declining status in the 21st century.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick8 years ago in Wheel
