Aftermarket Exhaust

Many people choose to upgrade various parts of their car after they purchase it from the dealership. One of the more popular upgrades is the exhaust. Aftermarket exhaust parts are used to replace the factory fitted exhaust parts to help improve the sound, appearance, or performance of a vehicle. Most people seek to enhance their(…)
Airbags

An airbag is a device used in a car to help improve safety. Its main purpose is to cushion occupants during an accident and help provide their bodies with protection while preventing them from hitting interior objects like the window or steering wheel. It is designed to inflate during moderate to severe crashes. Most modern(…)
Body Kit

A body kit is a collection of exterior modifications to a vehicle, such as roof scoops, front and rear side guards, paint jobs, spoilers, side skirts, and front and rear bumpers. The main purpose of body kits is to allow regular vehicles to mimic the look of racing vehicles, and serve aesthetic purposes over safety(…)
Brakes

A brake is a device which either prevents motion or inhibits it by stopping or slowing a moving object. Brakes are typically applied to rotating wheels or axles, although some vehicles use a combination of braking mechanisms. Almost every single vehicle with wheels uses some sort of brake (even shopping carts). Brakes convert kinetic energy,(…)
Cold Air Intake

A cold air intake is an accessory used to transport cool air into a car’s internal combustion engine. Many vehicles come standard with a thermostatic air intake system, which helps control the temperature of the air in the intake tract of the engine. It provides cold air when the engine is warm and warm air(…)
Cruise Control

Cruise control is a system that essentially takes control of an automobile. It maintains a steady speed (as originally set by the driver) by taking over the throttle of the car. Speed control has been used in automobiles for over 100 years, but the modern cruise control was invented in 1948. The driver brings the(…)
ECU Tuning

Not to be confused with the electronic control unit (ECU), the engine control unit (ECU) controls a series of actuators on an internal combustion engine that helps provide optimal engine performance. Before the invention of ECUs, idle speed, ignition timing, and air/fuel mixture were mechanically set and controlled by pneumatic and mechanical means. To avoid(…)

Connecting A Community of People Who Love Cars

Connecting A Community of People Who Love Cars

Why Travel by Car?

There are many different forms of transport, one of which is by car. Cars allow people to move quickly from one place to another without having to waste time waiting for a train or bus to arrive. Cars also allows you to stop whenever you want or take a detour. Cars are also readily available. For people who live in small towns, where there may be no bus system, a car is the only way to get somewhere. Taking a road trip with your family or a group of friends can also be an excellent bonding experience.

Some folks choose to take their car experience one step further, and make their car a personal statement. This site is dedicated to people who love cars and wish to truly make their car an expression of their own.

Ready…Set…Go

For many people, their vehicle is one of the most valued possessions. There are many different ways to customize your car to help improve its appearance and performance. This site, organized into specific areas of the car, details various ways you can modify your car or improve pre-existing features. This ranges from upgrades to high-performance vehicles or race cars, to basic everyday passenger cars.

Connect with Other Car Enthusiasts

Connecting with fellow car enthusiasts is a great way to gain more knowledge about not only your own vehicle, but all car types in general. Whether you are a first time driver, a person with limited car knowledge, or a car expert, meeting fellow car enthusiasts is an extremely beneficial experience. There are many different ways to do so, but perhaps the best way is to use websites such as sparkpeople.com.

Buying a New Car

If you don’t mind spending a little extra money, buying a new car has some advantages over buying a used car. For starters, you will be the first person to own that car, so it will have no pre-existing mechanical issues or problems. You can also customize your car so you get exactly what you want by adding or subtracting various features at the dealership.

Before you take the car home, be sure to have the salesperson show you the ins and outs of your vehicle, such as how to use the safety features or connect your smartphone to the car’s Bluetooth system.

Buying Used

Buying a car can seem like a daunting task, whether it’s your first car or 10th car. The first thing you have to decide is whether you want a used car or a new car. A used car will be cheaper, but it also comes with pre-existing miles and will be more likely to break down sooner. Of course you can spend the same amount when buying used instead of new, and purchase a much nicer car.

If you are buying a used car, it is important to know everything about the history of that car, such as any previous mechanical problems and if the car was ever in an accident.

Selling Your Car

There are many different ways to sell your car. Two of the most common ways are privately, by placing an ad in the paper, or to your dealership or an auto shop while purchasing a new car (a trade-in).

Make sure you do some research beforehand to determine a reasonable price for your vehicle. Clean the car thoroughly and take high-quality photos to make your car attractive to would be buyers.

Be as honest and open as possible to help establish a trusting relationship with your buyers and further increase the chances that they will buy your vehicle.

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