Tips, Tricks & Trends

Tips, Tricks & Trends
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Tips, Tricks & Trends
Follow what’s happening in all things motorized: you’ll find tips, tricks, and trends on anything engine-equipped here.

We’ll help you find out how to properly store gasoline, what to do when your Tesla’s door handle is covered in ice, and fill you in on fun motorized gadgets.

Entertaining news, consumer support, and maintenance insights on everything motorized

Wondering how to maximize fuel economy or why you might not need an oil change every 3,000 miles? From how to clean car seats or winterize your lawn mower to guides on car safety features, we’re talking about purchasing, maintaining, and accessorizing here.

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Towing is one of the most annoying things that can happen to a motorist. Even though varying laws surround towing, you can protect yourself.

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Published on May 6, 2021 6:15 am

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Honda-Swapped Ferrari 308 Time Attack Car Gets Liberty Walk Widebody Kit

As far as vintage supercars go, the Ferrari 308 is relatively affordable to buy. However, when Mike Burroughs from StanceWorks decided to pull the trigger on one of these, he decided to go all out. The starting car is a 1981 Ferrari 308 GTBi. However, instead of housing its normal 2.9-liter V8, Burroughs is swapping …

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To say that the collector muscle car market is on fire would be an understatement. Today we're looking at one of the rarest muscle cars of the 1970s with this Plymouth Hemi Cuda Convertible. Part of what makes this car special is that it is only one of 12 ever produced. It's going up for auction, and estimates say it could sell for over $6 million.

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Published on May 5, 2021 11:59 pm

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The 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor Easter Eggs You’ll Be Dying to Discover

The 2021 Ford F-150 is one of the most popular vehicles in America, and it takes things up a notch with the Raptor package. The 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor has some cool Easter eggs you may not have recognized, or may not have realized just what they meant before.

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Mini Production Halts After BMW Chip Shortage

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How Fast Do You Need to Go to Get a Speeding Ticket?

It's easy to speed when you're driving, but how fast do you really need to go in order to get a ticket? Apparently, it's up to the officer.

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Almost 50 Say This Supercar Dealer Sold Their Cars and Kept All the Money

Dozens and dozens of consignees have prompted the California DMV and local police to open an investigation into CNC Motorcars in Upland, California. Claims of cars sold out from under owners, loan payoffs not being paid, no titles, missing cars, and more paint an ugly picture of what can go wrong trying to sell an exotic car.

by Thom Taylor

Published on May 5, 2021 5:20 pm

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How Do I Adjust My Car’s Mirrors for Maximum Visibility?

It might seem elementary, but adjusting your car's side and rearview mirrors properly is important for driving safety. Here's how to do it.

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Published on May 5, 2021 4:42 pm

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A W124 Mercedes-Benz Is the Best Classic Car for Beginners

For those who want to get into classic cars but feel intimidated by older vehicles, the W124 Mercedes-Benz strikes a good balance between durable build quality, modern touches, ease of repair, and affordable pricing.

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Maserati Has Some of the Most Expensive Vehicles to Insure in 2021

Maserati vehicles don't come cheap, and insuring them is predictably also not cheap. Just how much does it cost to insure some of these sporty vehicles?

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by Gabriel Vega

Published on May 5, 2021 4:05 am

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The 2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport 45 is The Hottest Hatch

To celebrate the 45 anniversary of the Volkswagen Golf the hatchback has gotten an impressive overhaul with added power.

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These three new quad bike models are all nice four wheelers, but they won't overpower a new rider. In fact, according to U.S. News and World Report this is one of the best new ATVs for beginners.

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