Autos
Here’s where mechanics and enthusiasts join together to write about the qualities of antique cars, swap auto repair horror stories, and to review the latest models. If going green is more your thing, learn more about hybrids or debate fuel economy in conventional cars, trucks, or SUVs. All can be found in the Autos channel.
Drowsy driving: The dangers of falling asleep behind the wheel
by W.H. Garcia
Surveys have shown that the prevalence of road accidents related to driver drowsiness might be higher than suggested by statistics compiled from post-accident investigations.
Knipling and Wang (1995) estimated that drowsiness likely contributes to 79000-103000 collisions and 1500 fatalities in the United States annually, a higher estimate than the 56000 collisions identified in police reports [1].
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Write nowvote now: Big Box or Local - (view results)
Big Box
by Tim Howard
As an ASE Master Certified technician who has worked at both small independent facilities and large chain
Local
by Rich Briggs
As we continue to feel the pinch at the gas pump and as fewer and fewer of us are lining up to buy new
Antique Cars
- Automotive antiques: Maintenance challenges
- How to keep your VW camper running smoothly
- A guide for buying antique cars
- Automotive history: Plymouth Roadrunner
- The best websites for antique and classic car owners
- Automotive history: Studebaker Champion
- Automotive antiques: 1956 Ford station wagon
Auto Repair (Other)
- What is the typical front wheel bearing arrangement?
- Which antifreeze should I use: Red or green?
- How to build a car at home
- How to protect a car's interior from sun damage
- Ancient rhetoric and auto repair
- Car repair: How to fix a ripped convertible top
- Do-it-yourself car repair: Make an old used car or truck look like new for less than $30!
Gas & Oil Servicing
- How to replace a fuel pump fuse
- How often to check your car's oil
- Lubrication problems with ultra low sulfur diesel fuel
- Symptoms of a clogged gas filter
- How to disconnect you car's fuel line
- Oil changes: Comparing quick-specialty services with traditional garages
- Synthetic versus regular oil: How to know which is better for cars
Selling Cars
- The history of the Kelley Blue Book
- The best places to find used cars for sale
- What to consider when selling your used car
- Automobile information: Prepping your car for maximum sale price
- Criteria for establishing a selling price on your used car
- US-EU trading opportunities with Japanese auto products
- How to find the Kelley Blue Book value of cars
by MJ Miller
Buying a car can be a traumatic experience for a lot of people. Even people that enjoy shopping and buying new things can be put off
by Paul Beach
There you are, sitting across from a car salesman in an office or a booth. He is representing the dealership, and you are representing
The car dealer experience can be extremely intimidating for a novice or even repeat buyer. Fortunately, many of the more progressive
by Wynn Eisman
So you've decided to take up motorcycling? Then take this quick quiz to see whether or not this hobby really is for you!
Question 1.
Would
Writing Assignments
- Autos (Other)
- How to winterize a RV
- Guide to off-road go-karts
- Best dirt bikes
- Example of strategic alliance in the auto industry
- How to store a car in the winter in cold climates
- Future vehicles: The motion induction engine and the space car
- Guide to off-road parks in the Western US
- Analysis of the automotive industry in Russia
- How to find information in automotive books
- How to find after-market auto seats
- The competitive landscape in India's auto parts sector
- What are the driving forces behind India's automotive and auto parts sector
- The positive attributes of superkarts
- How to winterize a RV toilet and water system
- Why did automakers stop making vinyl upholstery?
- Car Reviews
- Car reviews: 1993 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
- Car reviews: 1986 Pontiac Grand Prix
- Car reviews: 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
- Car reviews: 1993 Mercury Tracer
- Car reviews: 1990 Mazda RX7
- Car reviews: 1986 Toyota Camry
- Car reviews: 1999 Chevy Venture
- Car reviews: 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix
- Car reviews: 1996 Ford F150
- Car reviews: 1993 Toyota Corolla
- Car reviews: 1992 Acura Integra
- Car reviews: 1990 Volkswagen Beetle
- Car reviews: 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix
- Car reviews: 1987 Acura Integra
- Car reviews: 2000 Acura TL
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- Autos (Other)
- Is emergency roadside assistance worth the money?
- Should Hummers be outlawed for road travel?
- Could hybrid cars save the US auto industry?
- Does "Made in America" still mean anything when it comes to cars?
- Are auto electronics evolving fast enough?
- Could electric cars save the US auto industry?
