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About me - James Vasile

I am just a journalism student trying to put my work and opinion out into the world. Automobiles are my passion for writing, and hope to see some of my works go into automobile magazines. However, I do go to the University of South Florida, majoring in Journalism-Magazine.

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Autos > Selling Cars Criteria for establishing a selling price on your used car
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The time has come for you to sell your pride and joy, or that pile of junk being a lawn ornament. There are a few things one must do before deciding on a selling price that will have the car sold within a quick time-frame and still help the seller be content with the selling price. The very first thing one must do is their r... More..

Autos > Buying Used Cars How to determine the value of a used car
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"The value of an item is determined by the price one is willing to pay for it." -Unknown When it comes to determining the value of used cars, there are two sets of prices to look for. The two prices determine the highest and lowest price one will settle for. Other determining factors may affect the overall price slightly. Fo... More..

Autos > Gas & Oil Servicing Why you should avoid Jiffy Lube for an oil change
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The question shouldn't be "Why you should avoid Jiffy Lube?", the question should be "Who should avoid Jiffy Lube?" Jiffy Lube, and other places that promise a 10-minute oil change is in the business to get you in and out. And, if they can make a couple extra bucks off people who don't know any better, so be it! I'm not sayi... More..

Autos > Cars Car audio: How to build a car stereo
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When deciding on how to design and build a stereo system that works for a vehicle, one must first determine a budget on how much can be spent on the certain components of the system. If finances are not part of the equation, then look at the layout of the vehicle, and determine what would be the best setup and get the greate... More..

Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: What my dog means to me
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As I ponder this question, Max, our family dog, sits by my side. Max is a maltese, just a little bigger than show-quality malteses, and not as fragile. This characteristic really helps, considering we have young ones that come to the house from other parts of the state. He is not just my dog, he is the family dog. By family ... More..

Food & Drink > Food & Drink (Other) Assessing the Americans' eating habits
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When pondering what could have caused the immense number of obese or overweight people in the United States in comparison with other countries, I have realized that there are two major categories of food or drink that have helped, or rather hurt, us get to the top of this "competition". The first leader of the category is th... More..

Autos > Fuel Economy Alternative fuel sources
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The year is 2045, and the world's supply of oil has run out. However, there are still a myriad of cars on the roadways, and countless miles are being driven daily, thanks in part to a man, who more than 50 years prior, did some radical research on turning citrus peel into a new efficient fuel. This research has spawned diffe... More..

Computers & Technology > Internet Trends Understanding the difference between chat, instant messaging and forums
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Being an internet junkie for the last ten or so years of my life, I have determined the easiest way to understand the differences between chat, instant messaging, and forums. Before I get to the differences, there are two main similarities. First, all three are ways of communication, and can hook you through to other parts o... More..

Autos > Car Reviews Great cars to drive and own
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In pondering a great car to drive and own, the question comes of what the car is to be used for. If one is trying to define an image at an educational facility, a great car to drive would be different than if a one was a soccer mom going to pick up the children from practice. Every car has their own positives and negatives, ... More..

Autos > Cars Imports vs. North American cars
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When thinking of putting Imports vs. North American, aka Domestics, in a bout against each other, it seems to be an even fight. I don't fall for the myth that domestics are not reliable, not safe, and all that other senseless talk that has hurt the Big Three. In this instance, it all depends on how one takes care of the car.... More..

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