Category: Auto

A brief history of hybrid electric vehicles

Hybrid electric vehicles are cars that use a combination of conventional powertrains and rechargeable energy storage systems (RESS). The purpose of combining these two different power sources is to achieve better fuel economy in hybrid electric vehicles compared to conventional cars and trucks. The batteries are then only used for support and limited propulsion needs, […]

Microheat wins World Traffic Safety Achievement award

Microheat, Inc., a leading supplier to the automotive industry, won the World Traffic Safety Achievement Award in the supplier category this year. Microheat is the manufacturer of the popular and patented hot fluid windshield defrosting system. Gary Pilibosian, President and CEO of Microheat, received the award at the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). The […]

The All-New 2013 Mitsubishi ASX

The long-awaited 2013 Mitsubishi ASX is finally here, and fans of Japanese driving innovation won’t be disappointed. From the rugged utility vehicles of the past, Mitsubishi seems to have morphed into one of the most luxurious large car brands of the decade, with the elegance and style that before.Mitsubishi models they were definitely missing. The […]

The 5 Sexiest Cars of 2011

Most men, and many women today, love to drive a real head spin that forces everyone to stop and admire their car. If you feel the same way, then you should certainly greatly appreciate our list of the 5 sexiest cars of 2011. # 5 Ranked Sexiest Car for 2011 – Chevy Corvette – The […]

Most fuel efficient compact pickup trucks

Although compact pickup trucks are not versatile haulers like their larger cousins, they are still practical vehicles that can be used for light duty. According to Environmental Protection Agency ratings, these three models, Toyota Tacoma, Chevrolet Colorado and Nissan Frontier, are the most fuel efficient of these vehicles. Japanese automaker giant Toyota continues to lead […]

Pros and cons of buying cheap car tires

Buying new tires for your vehicle cannot be avoided simply because having the right tires is crucial to your safety. One often considers going the cheapest route to save money, but that may not be the best way to go. There are pros and cons to buying cheap tires, and before making your final decision, […]

The gasoline head theory

It makes no sense to drive a fast car slowly, as it (almost) makes no sense to drive an F1 on the asphalt of a race track. This is the basic principle of driving illegal elegant machine on the highway in a straight line without using any maneuvering driving skills. Rather, the ridiculous speed in […]

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