They seemed like they were really pushing and fighting to get some electric cars going in California back in 2001 or so. What happened? Did the federal govt stop it or something? why? yeah I am sure they were not perfect back then, but imagine what advancements could have been made in 7 years of [...]
Electric cars really intrigue me. It seems that they may be the way to solve or at least help a huge amount of issues with environment, oil dependency….. But, the ones that are actually practical (can go over 30 MPH and farther than 30 miles on a charge) are just way too expensive for most [...]
I’m buying a new 2007 car instead of the 08. It has 169 miles on it already- is this unusually high? Even though it has probably been at the dealership for at least 6 months or more? Could it be that this car was used by the dealership?
I’m working and saving up to buy a new car. I’m looking at buying a new Dodge Charger (won’t buy it until next summer though). When I go to buy the car I will have nearly 2/3′s of the MSRP ready for the down payment. I have no credit (except for a cell phone in [...]
How Hybrid Cars Work Credits: HowStuffWorks Video Rating: 4 / 5 Volvo Electric Car ReCharge Concept hybrid In-Wheel Motor EV Only about 15% of the energy from the fuel you put in your tank gets used to move your car down the road or run useful accessories, such as air conditioning. The rest of the [...]
dribblemaster asked: I’ve just noticed a lot of tree huggers buy hybrids.. I thought if they really cared and thought about what they were doing.. They would buy a used car, making use of resources before they are junked.
When buying a used car, what are some specific things I should check? Of course take it for a spin and see if I don’t hear or feel any weird stuff, make sure the dials work, heating and controls, engine light not on, but what up under the hood, what are few things I can [...]
I’m thinking about buying a used 97 Nissan 240sx from this seller. What kind of paper work am I expecting? Can I drive the car right away back to home? Would I need to get a new license plate? How would i register the car under my name? I really don’t know anything about registering [...]
Waxing a car by hand requires the use of liquid wax or paste wax, a damp wax pad and a circular motion that goes with the grain of the car. Learn about waxing a car one panel at a time with help from the owner of a car detailing business in this free video on [...]
Watch the end for a valuable tip !! Part 3 in the series. Applying Image 10 Finish Cream. A Mirror Finish is easy when it’s done properly.. The foundation has been prepared and now it is time to get the Ultimate shine. Finish Cream is superior as it makes the metallic… Carnu-B carnauba car wax [...]
This a video of me changing the oil in my 2008 Smart Car. Learn how to jack the rear of the car to change its oil as an expert mechanic demonstrates his oil changing technique in this free car maintenance video. Expert: Kirby Witt Bio: Kirby Witt has been involved in the auto industry for [...]
**PLEASE NOTE: “Liquid Polymer Carnauba Wax” is not the same as a Low Cost, Low Quality, common liquid wax. These same techniques apply to your RV, Motorcycle, truck and Bus. Blue Coral Car soap (or similar, avail. at Wal-mart) I use a different one that is professional grade. If you cant find it then the [...]