Many cars now have technology in them that allows you to customize your driving experience, but even those cars are limited to the equipment that’s installed in them, and there are still thousands of vehicles out there without any customizable electronics. If you’re without any customizable electronics, or are unhappy with the ones that came […]
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3 Easy Custom Car Jobs You Can Do at Home
Customizing your car can take a lot of work and, in most cases, a lot of money. While some jobs will require professional help, others are inexpensive and can be completed easily. Here are three custom jobs you can do at home that adds new flair to your car. Vinyl You can use pretty much […]
Custom Trucks
When it comes to a truck, you want it to be strictly your machine. You want it to be a force on the road. That force, however, can take many different shapes. That’s when you go custom. Making your truck custom, or buying a truck that’s already customized is a way to set you apart […]
When to Buy Stock Parts or Go Custom
Using aftermarket or custom parts on your vehicle allows you to really make your vehicle your own, but there are some potential problems with them. In some cases, Original Equipment Manufacturer parts (OEM) are actually the best options for your vehicle. If you’re having trouble choosing between custom and OEM, here’s what you should know. […]
Preparing Your Vehicle for a Long Trip
Going on any long trip involves an extensive amount of planning and preparation, especially if you’re driving for a long distance. If you don’t prepare your vehicle, your long trip may turn into a short an expensive one. Create a Checklist Don’t wait until the last minute. Your vehicle is probably one of the most […]
Lift Kits
A lift kit will give your vehicle a higher profile, which allows you to use taller and bigger tires on a vehicle. There are two different kinds of lift kits, and both of these have advantages and disadvantages. Here is a rundown of both types. Body Lifts Body lifts do exactly what the name implies. […]
What to Do About a Chipped or Cracked Windshield
You can do your best to swerve around potholes, avoid crossing animals, and keep tabs on everyone else on the road around you. But there are some things that you simply cannot prevent. When you’re driving behind someone on a gravel road, or behind a fully loaded dump truck, your windshield may fall victim to […]
Installing Your Own Car Stereo
Whether you’re just trying to replace the old tape deck stereo system in your vehicle, or you want to upgrade your CD-playing stereo to something to that you can plug your iPod into, you could save yourself some cash by doing the installation yourself. What You’ll Need a new stereo screwdrivers small socket set (usually […]
Cool Things Made from Car Parts
The whole purpose of having a car is to get around, right? But what about after they’ve run their life as a useable vehicle? Cars are often sold for parts and scraps, which usually get melted down, added to a junkyard, or just simply thrown away. There are many people out there that are doing […]
Car Washing 101
Washing Your Car Many people overlook the importance of washing their vehicle. They forget that the dirt and minerals that your car is exposed to every day could eventually cause rust and other types of damage. Washing your car is an important part of car ownership and should not be overlooked. Here are the […]