It hasn’t disappeared yet but the old manual transmission is on the endangered list. As of 2015, less than 4 percent of new cars were equipped with manual transmissions. Despite the small numbers, though, defenders of manuals are a hardy group. They still claim superiority in gas mileage and efficiency.…
If you have ever had a car with a battery that randomly goes dead, then you know what true frustration is. It can be one of the most annoying things to deal with because you never know when it can leave you stranded. And not only is that annoying, the…
In 1939 Buick was the 1st US camaker to offer flashing turn signals as standard. We realize that there are some people who don’t use turn signals, and others who use it every single time they make a turn or switch lanes. However, have you ever wondered how turn signals evolved…
One of the most exciting discoveries for a classic car enthusiast is a “Barn Find”. In case you are unfamiliar with the term, a barn find is a classic automobile that has been stored someplace for a long time, sometimes for decades, and left untouched. In some cases these cars…
With the Premier League done and dusted (g’wan the Foxes), now there’s only one thing football fans are thinking about: Euro 2016. And, thanks to Shane Long and Jonathan Walters, we’re there too. Even better, it’s in France, so no better excuse for an epic summer road trip. Lads, it’s…
Ireland v Sweden: Monday 13 June, Stade de France, Paris Paris. Always great craic, even better in June. June 13th to be exact. Here’s what you need to know about Ireland’s first match against Sweden and how to get there. At a glance Eiffel Tower, The Louvre, Arc de Triomphe……
Beautiful Bordeaux; a sophisticated South-Western French city famed for its wine, and site of one of the greatest Irish victories of all time (well, if we beat Belgium on June 18th that is). Here’s what you need to know about getting there and what to do when you get there.…
Lille is a splendid Northern French city with Flemish roots. But on June 22nd it will temporarily turn Irish and Italian, when the two teams battle it out in their last group E game. If you’re lucky enough to be supporting our boys in France, here’s how to get there…
Today’s diesel powered cars are a far cry from the noisy, smoke-belching vehicles of years ago. Today’s diesels are cleaner, quieter and offer superior fuel mileage. So why are there so few in the US? In Europe, some 50% of the passenger cars on the road are diesel, in the…
Today’s diesel powered cars are a far cry from the noisy, smoke-belching vehicles of years ago. Today’s diesels are cleaner and quieter; so why are there so few in the US? In Europe, some 50% of the passenger cars on the road are diesel, in the US, about 4%. Polls…
Toyota Mirai In late 2015, Toyota began selling its hydrogen-powered Mirais cars in California. This marks the first time that hydrogen-powered vehicles were sold in the US. And others are on the way. Chrysler recently announced its hydrogen-powered ecoVoyager four door sedan. The ecoVoyager uses a 45 kw fuel cell stack…
In 2008 Chrysler announced its hydrogen-powered ecoVoyager four door sedan. The ecoVoyager uses a 45 kw fuel cell stack and 268 hp electric motor to deliver the vehicle 300 miles before refueling. According to Chrysler, the ecoVoyager is able to travel the first 40 miles on purely electric power via…
Buying a used car comes with many advantages – using depreciation to your advantage and getting a better deal being the main one. But when you’re buying used it makes it harder to know exactly what you’re getting. This post gives you some tips and pointers to help you wise…
There is something really special about classic cars. They possess an indefinable charisma that transcends the ages, the purr of their antique engines proving enough to send many grown men into shivers of ecstasy. With their gleaming paintwork, vintage aesthetic, and timeless elegance, it's little wonder that those who own…
