Between heads-up displays and paddle shifters, heated seats, and power running boards, today’s vehicles are packed with more novel gadgetry than ever before. While some of these features are inherently useful, features like gesture-based controls can come off as a bit of a gimmick that’ll have you looking like you’re conducting an orchestra as you […]
Of all the seasons, fall is easily one of the best times of year to explore America on the back of your motorcycle. That’s not to say that motorcycle riding and touring isn’t fun year-round, but if you’re looking for the perfect combination of weather, road conditions, and scenic views, it’s hard to do much […]
We all like upgrading our trucks, but aftermarket parts have their fair share of drawbacks. You can never be certain that they will work perfectly, and any significant changes will usually void your warranty. But what if there was a way to enjoy all the benefits of aftermarket upgrades without any of the drawbacks? Well, […]
Promotional campaigns run the gamut from corny to bizarre, but in the end, all that matters is that they make an impression. Minor league sports teams have become masters of the craft with novel one-off events that range from celebrating pop culture touchstones, such as Star Wars or Harry Potter-themed nights, to giving fans a […]
For the last few weeks, we’ve looked at my favorite vehicles of the 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, and we are finally heading towards the present. The year 2000 marked the start of a new millennium and had the car industry speeding towards the future. Several factors contributed to a rapidly changing target for automotive makers. Increased […]
The 1990s represent a golden age of sorts for vehicles. Vehicle manufacturers were cranking out high-quality cars left and right, and the Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) was especially enjoying exponential growth. Cars weren’t just vehicles, they were a culture and way of life, and that culture had never been more expansive than it was in […]
The 1980s was a rough decade. Rocked by an economic recession, new EPA regulations, and a changing consumer base, vehicle manufacturers had to get with the times or suffer the consequences. The result was a whole slew of cringe-worthy cars, plus some classics that shined amongst the muck. Most big vehicle manufacturers had a little […]
If the car industry has awkward teenage years, it’d be the 1970s. The government was totally grounding all the vehicle manufacturers, forcing them to prioritize emission control over unfettered power. There were plenty of growing pains during this transitional period, but the ‘70s turned out to be a memorable decade for the industry. Car dealers […]
