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Mouth Kisses
"Hey assholes! Let's get rippin'!" "Does everyone have gas? Better fill up now because we have a long trip ahead of us." It's 4 AM and the sun is still hanging out on the east. I wake up, make some coffee and a light breakfast. I'm staring out of my kitchen window waiting for my morning ritual to start. The black of the early morning is starting to fade into light and I make my way to the bathroom to finish what I started. The fun is about to begin and the road awaits.
By Brizzo LaRouche7 years ago in Wheel
The Phoenix Missile: The Definitive Z Car. Top Story - October 2018.
It's no wonder Car and Driver called it “A phoenix missile you can guide yourself.” One of the first cars to be designed in a Computer Design program (CAD) with aerodynamics as a priority would look different than any other car to ever be conceived. The sweeping nose into the large, exaggerated wheel arches gives the Nissan 300zx, a performance Grand Touring car, the look of the much more expensive supercars from Lamborghini and Ferrari. Even today the design of the 300zx has held up to the test of time and still looks absolutely brilliant. The design was so refined that Lamborghini, after being purchased from Audi, bought rights to use the 300zx’s headlights on their 6th generation Diablo, one of the most iconic supercars of the 1990s and early 2000s. The 300zx offers the best balance between performance, practicality, and price.
By Liam Carberry7 years ago in Wheel
Secondary Star Cars
Famous cars from television shows and movies such as the General Lee car or KITT from Knight Rider made an impression on fans who like cars. The “Bat Mobile” from the series and movies called Batman. In some movies and shows, there were other cars that really made an impression of fans.
By Darrell Talbert7 years ago in Wheel
10 Facts You Didn't Know About Henry Ford
Henry Ford is known for launching one of the seminal and most influential automotive companies in America and the world. You likely know of Ford's Model T, his innovation in the development of the assembly line, and, of course, the enduring Ford Motor Company. However, a bit more research will reveal that these exploits are only the tip of the iceberg in the chronicle of Ford's life. Ford has ties to many extraordinary events in history, some positive and others decidedly not. From befriending some of the most brilliant minds the 20th century to influencing one of the most horrible people in human history, it is impossible to ignore Ford's impact on the world (for better or horribly worse). For a man who achieved such financial and industrial success, Ford, as anyone does, had many missteps and misadventures along the way that would come to complicate his legacy. Warts and all (and he has more than a toad), Henry Ford was an important figure in the development of the modern world and a fascinating historical figure. Below are 10 facts you didn't know about Henry Ford.
By Fred Eugene Park7 years ago in Wheel
10 Reasons Why You Should Consider Buying a Smart Car
We've all seen them: tiny, toy-like microcars that pepper city streets. This breed of vehicle has been a mainstay in Europe for the greater part of the past century, but only recently have microcars seen a major growth in popularity in the United States. This is largely thanks to the success of the Smart line of vehicles, which have become so ubiquitous that "smart car" has become a catch-all term for any brand of tiny but mighty automobiles. Buying a smart car isn't for everyone, but for those who can adapt to the smaller vehicle, there is a wide variety of benefits.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick8 years ago in Wheel
Car Brands That Might Go Extinct Soon
Some cars seem destined to live in the spotlight forever. Some shine bright and burn out quickly. Others still are lost in time before they ever even reach the public eye. However the decline, not all car brands are destined to survive in this highly competitive market. Often, manufacturers fail to read their market accurately, and fall victim to ill-understood fads or poor timing. Whatever the reason though, here are a few such car brands that might go extinct soon.
By Nicola P. Young8 years ago in Wheel
10 Things You Didn't Know About Studebaker
Studebaker is one of those very few car brands we wish would come back to life. It was a brand known for reliability, innovation, and having a touch of class that would make most people turn a little green with envy. Though it died after Henry Ford personally went after the company, Studebaker lives on as a name associated with collector cars and more.
By Buddy Brown8 years ago in Wheel
Has the Halo Worked Since It Was Implemented?. Top Story - September 2018.
The big news for the start of the 2018 season was the implementation of the halo. The halo device is made out of titanium material which has been tested by the FIA to ensure it can handle the heaviest of loads. The halo is fitted to the cars by the teams as the FIA ensure they are tested for the teams to use. With that being said, the halo is able to have some carbon fibre attached to the top of the device.
By H4MM3R_H34D 238 years ago in Wheel
10 Least Reliable Car Brands, According to Mechanics
When it comes to cars, no one knows better than your local mechanic. They spend every day working on cars, reading up on new car technology, and just living the gearhead lifestyle in ways most people never get to do.
By Buddy Brown8 years ago in Wheel
