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The Five Highest Performing American Cars of 2019

Some of America’s biggest players continued to push the bounds of world class performance this past year. While sports cars continued to focus on increased speed and handling, electric vehicles continued to make strides in range of power and acceleration. Here are five of the most memorable American cars of 2019. Ford GT The five-time […]

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Signs of a Bad Transmission

Your vehicle’s transmission directs the power created by your engine to rotate your wheels. There are many intricate parts that all work together to keep your transmission functional and if one goes bad, the whole system is affected. If your transmission seems to be acting up, it is important to get it checked immediately before […]

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What is a Zero-Emissions Vehicle?

A zero-emissions vehicle is a motor vehicle that does not emit gas exhaust from the motor or source of power onboard. The term zero-emissions was created by the California Air Resources Board and refers to pollutants emitted and clean air benefits.  By choosing to drive a zero-emissions vehicle, you will help to reduce harmful air […]

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Vehicle Emergency Kit Essentials

As the weather begins to turn, it is good to double check that your emergency kit has everything you may need in the event of a catastrophic incident. Whether you are involved in an accident that causes injury or simply stranded on the side of the road in a snowstorm, it is important to be […]

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The Right Quality Wheels for You

The overall condition and performance of your vehicle can be dependent on the quality of your wheels. The terms “rim” and “Wheel” are used interchangeably to describe the round metal base that is mounted to the axle. It is important to remember that big, flashy (Often aftermarket) rims don’t necessarily indicate quality. Instead, consider factors […]

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Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System

If you own a newer vehicle, you are likely familiar with the horseshoe-like symbol and exclamation mark that illuminates on your dashboard.  This is your tire pressure monitoring system, or TPMS, warning you that one or more of your vehicle’s tires are under-inflated and may pose a safety hazard. A Brief History This indicator light […]

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Wheel Backspacing vs Offset

Wheel Offset Wheel Backspacing vs Offset are two distictly different measurements. Wheel offset measures the millimeters between the center of your wheel and surface of the wheel mount. Wheel offset can be positive, meaning the mounting surface is on the front of the wheel centerline, negative, meaning the mounting surface is towards the back of […]

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Wheel Differences for Cars, Trucks, SUVs

A wheel rim, or outer edge that holds the tire in place, makes up the circular design of the wheel. Rim aesthetics are often discussed as a focal point of your vehicle’s style and OEM wheels are sometimes replaced with aftermarket wheels to enhance this style. However, the size of wheels on various vehicles is […]

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11 Bucket List Car Shows

Goodwood Festival of Speed – Billed as the world’s greatest celebration of motorsport and car culture, Goodwood Festival of Speed is held in the beautiful parkland surrounding Goodwood House in West Sussex, England. The Festival of Speed is motorsport’s ultimate summer garden party. Nowhere else will you get so close to the cars and bikes […]

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Aluminum Wheel Refinishing

Are you looking to restore aluminum wheels to their original shine? These Do-It-Yourself, aluminum wheel refinishing instructions will ensure that your wheels look brand new. Prep Work – Prepare your work area by jacking your car on level ground so your tire can rotate. If this causes your lug nuts to protrude, remove all but […]

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