How to Get the Most Out of AGM Batteries

AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) are sealed ‘dry’ lead-acid batteries, better known as the more powerful (and more expensive) after-market replacement for stock wet cell batteries. The secret to the AGM design is special fiber glass mats (i.e. sponges) fitted between the lead plates that absorb and suspend stronger sulfuric acid, all contained within a compact,… Continue reading How to Get the Most Out of AGM Batteries

Video: MAHLE and Petty’s Garage Debut Hemi Dodge Challenger Collaboration

The 1,100-hp supercharged Hemi will be given away at AAPEX 2019…

Jeep Offering Two Special-Edition Wrangler Models for 2020

Jeep is returning the Wrangler Willys edition to the SUV’s lineup and introducing the new 2020 Wrangler Black & Tan. Both models are based on the Wrangler Sport S. “Special editions are a perfect way for Jeep to connect with customers and feed their ideas and passion into the brand and its vehicles,” said Jim… Continue reading Jeep Offering Two Special-Edition Wrangler Models for 2020

Forgeline Debuts 1970 Pro-Touring Camaro

Dayton, Ohio based-Forgeline Motorsports, a manufacturer of performance and racing wheels, knows a thing or four about all-out performance. It’s with this same single-minded focus that the team at Forgeline decided to build their own pro-touring style 1970 Camaro. “We’ve been dreaming about building our own world class, pro-touring machine for several years,” says Dave… Continue reading Forgeline Debuts 1970 Pro-Touring Camaro

New Options and Colors for Heavy Duty Highlight 2020 Ram Truck Lineup

For the 2020 model year, Ram Truck brings new appearance and feature packages. “Buyers demand a good-looking truck with easy-to-use features. They often tell us that their Ram trucks are an extension of their personality and want to stand out from the crowd,” said Reid Bigland, Head of Ram Brand. “Whether it’s the off-road-enthusiast appeal… Continue reading New Options and Colors for Heavy Duty Highlight 2020 Ram Truck Lineup

2020 Toyota Tacoma Features Slew of New Upgrades

The third-generation Tacoma, with a design inspired by Toyota’s desert race trucks, is available in 32 different configurations, offering a model for all seasons and reasons. Six model grades include: work-ready SR; high-style, high-value SR5; athletic TRD Sport; adventurous TRD Off-Road; ultimate off-road TRD Pro; and top-of-the-line Limited. All Tacoma models come standard with Toyota… Continue reading 2020 Toyota Tacoma Features Slew of New Upgrades

How Water Can Eat Away at a Classic Car

Preserving any classic car is challenging enough without fighting elements that can slowly eat away at the vehicle’s engine cooling system. Water, while excellent at transferring heat, can sometimes do more harm than good. About This Sponsored Content Evans Cooling Systems, Inc. pioneered the first commercial waterless engine coolants and has provided non-aqueous engine coolant… Continue reading How Water Can Eat Away at a Classic Car

Bestop Designs Custom Wrangler for Country Singer

Louisville, Colorado-based Bestop, manufacturer of Jeep soft tops and accessories, has designed a brand-new custom Jeep for Platinum-selling country singer Michael Ray. Having recently climbed to the top of the country radio charts for a third time with his latest single “One That Got Away,” Michael Ray is one of country music’s hottest stars. Known… Continue reading Bestop Designs Custom Wrangler for Country Singer

Bigger Tires Need Bigger Gears

Fall is now kicking in full force – which, for off-road enthusiasts, means some enjoyable weather and wide-open trails. But it also means that customers who added bigger tires without swapping gears aren’t taking it to the sand, the mud, the rocks and the trails like they thought they would. With the variety of off-road… Continue reading Bigger Tires Need Bigger Gears

Road Scholars Takes Home First at Pebble Beach Despite Explosion

Road Scholars, a vintage Porsche restoration shop, took home a First in Class win with a rare (1 of 20) 1961 Porsche Carrera Abarth GTL, owned by the renowned Ingram Collection, at the 2019 Pebble Beach Concours d’ Elegance. In ordinary circumstances, this would be a great accomplishment on its own, but this one has… Continue reading Road Scholars Takes Home First at Pebble Beach Despite Explosion

Aspiring Diesel Technician Has Wish Granted

After falling seriously ill from cancer last year, Phoenix-area teen Jaime Gamez knew exactly what he would ask for when he was contacted by Make-A-Wish Arizona. He wanted his wish to be lasting – something that would set him up for the rest of his life. That’s why Jaime wished to attend Universal Technical Institute… Continue reading Aspiring Diesel Technician Has Wish Granted

Mopar Unveils Mopar ’19 Dodge Challenger

Mopar has unveiled the Mopar ’19 Dodge Challenger to celebrate a decade of factory-vehicle customization. Based on the 2019 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack, the Mopar ’19 Challenger carries several exterior and interior features only available on this limited production Mopar-branded muscle car. “Over the last decade, we’ve customized an impressive group of vehicles with… Continue reading Mopar Unveils Mopar ’19 Dodge Challenger

2020 Honda Civic Si Launching with Styling and Performance Updates

On the heels of several technology and interior upgrades introduced for model year 2019, the 2020 Honda Civic Si Sedan and Si Coupe are further improved with front and rear styling updates, new headlight designs, and a revised final-drive ratio for more responsive acceleration. Additionally, Honda Sensing safety features are now standard equipment on Civic… Continue reading 2020 Honda Civic Si Launching with Styling and Performance Updates

PHOTO GALLERY: Fun & Fanfare at Pebble Beach

Once a year the most prestigious car gathering in America (and a major automotive event worldwide) takes place on the Monterey Peninsula, the Pebble Beach Concours d’ Elegance. The latest running (the 69th year of the elegant event) celebrated the 100th year of the British marque Bentley, with some 54 examples showing up to participate… Continue reading PHOTO GALLERY: Fun & Fanfare at Pebble Beach

Porsche Taycan Sets Record at Nürburgring-Nordschleife

Porsche test driver Lars Kern set a course record for four-door, all-electric sports cars on the 12.8-mile Nürburgring-Nordschleife, laying down a lap of seven minutes and 42 seconds in the company’s first all-electric sports car, the Taycan. The Taycan features two electric motors on the front and rear axles, giving the model all-wheel drive, as well… Continue reading Porsche Taycan Sets Record at Nürburgring-Nordschleife