Auto and Trucks Articles (Sorted by date)

The hottest supercars are mid-engined

For ultimate performance, the mid-engined layout is used for supercars - just like it is on racing cars. Typical mid-engined supercars are the Ferrari F430, Lamborghini Murcielago and Noble M400. Mostexotic supercars are also mid-engined.
Rex TrumanSeptember 18, 2006

Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Information

Prior to the Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1986, anyone in any state with a standard-issue driver’s license could also operate a large, commercial-size vehicle such as a tractor-trailer or bus.
Mike CurtsSeptember 18, 2006

The Biodiesel Car

In today’s society, Researchers in the United States and around the world are searching for ways to develop alternate forms of fuel. With the ever-rising fuel costs, developing alternate energy is a priority.Bio diesel was developed to combat...
Daniel RoshardSeptember 18, 2006

Bearing Carrier – An Inside Story

A bearing is a component in any machine that allows the forced relative rotational or linear movement between two parts. They are typically present between two parts of a machine to reduce friction.
Trish DoughertySeptember 16, 2006

Having Car Accessories in This Decade

Automotive accessories have come a long way since cars started being seen on the highway. Fuzzy dice and bumper stickers used to be the extent of the accessorizing options.These days, people have a huge amount of choices when it comes to automotive...
Rusty HumboldtSeptember 16, 2006

Windshield Crack Repair Pointers

No one likes seeing a rock flying at their car on the freeway. Even worse is when the rock causes a crack in your windshield. There are some options when repairing the crack and some tips to avoid spreading of a crack.Windshield cracks and blemishes...
Jake NewberrySeptember 16, 2006

VW Passat-ism: Off to Boggle Car Aficionados

Passat, a car named after the wind, is the latest big thing from Volkwagen. Since its inception, said model has distinguished reputation in the automotive world. The versatile car has won some 20 international prizes.
Shane MorgaySeptember 16, 2006

BMW – The Reliable Engine

I bet you don’t know what BMW stands for. It’s just one of those things you don’t really think about, isn’t it? But now you’re wondering, so I’ll put you out of your misery: it stands for Bavarian Motor Works.
John GibbSeptember 16, 2006

Is A Hybrid Car For You

You may have seen one zipping past you in the high occupancy lane, a lone driver at the wheel. It's a gasoline-electric hybrid car and driving in the HOV lane is just one of the benefits of ownership in many states. But what is a hybrid?
Kadence BuchananSeptember 16, 2006

Auto Repair Scams Can Cost You a Fortune

A lot of people like owning and driving cars, but no one likes to repair them or pay to have them repaired. But cars are like anything else; if you use them, they eventually need attention.
Charles EssmeierSeptember 13, 2006