fact or fiction
Is it fact or merely fiction? Fact or Fiction explores the myths and beliefs we hold about gas guzzlers, self-driving cars and our on-road lives.
The Wonderful World of Car Accidents
You are driving down the road. You are a new driver and you couldn't be more excited to adventure the roads and see what the world of cars has to offer. This is something that we all can relate to, being lucky enough to be able to grow up with something that has four wheels an engine and a steering wheel.
By Lucas Todesco7 years ago in Wheel
Ride at Your Own Risk: Uber and Lyft Accidents Increase in Major Cities Across the US
It's hard to find statistics for rideshare accidents. There is little to no documentation available. This is odd, considering that city streets are seeing an influx of vehicles due to these services. They allow drivers to be entrepreneurs and for riders to go out on weekends and not worry about getting a DUI. Yet, over the past eight years, there's been an increase in motor vehicle accidents and fatalities. The elephant in the room remains: “When a rideshare accident occurs, who is at fault and how do you recover compensation for personal injuries?”
By Jarrod Miller-Dean7 years ago in Wheel
10 Reasons Your Car Is Making a Grinding Noise When You Brake
If you own a car, you are going to have some issues with it eventually. One of the issues that comes up frequently is your car making a grinding noise when you brake. This is a pretty common issue that’s usually attributed to normal wear and tear.
By Mike Mavenful7 years ago in Wheel
Drowsy Driving vs. Drunk Driving
Have you ever driven your car while feeling lethargic? Well, although driving while tired may seem like a harmless or normal thing to do, it can have serious consequences. Most people are aware of the dangers of drunk driving but not everybody is knowledgeable of the dangers of driving while worn out.
By Brandon Leuangpaseuth7 years ago in Wheel
10 Things You Didn't Know About Changing Your Oil. Top Story - November 2018.
Not everyone is a "car person," and that's alright by me. Even if you don't have any particular interest in cars, however, there's still a good chance you own one. In fact, you probably use it almost every single day. If you own a car, you need to be in tune to its basic maintenance needs, and changing your oil is an integral part of those needs—among other car maintenance tips every driver should know. Whether you love learning about cars or you just want to know enough to take care of your daily mode of transportation, there are basic facts we should all know about our oil.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick7 years ago in Wheel
Motorcycles: Worth the Risk?
While stuck in the endless sea of cars of our daily work commute, you notice a few motorcyclists cutting through the endless crawl of traffic, and you sit there helplessly daydreaming about how cool it would be to own a motorcycle. I mean why not consider investing in a motorcycle? The benefits seem to clearly outweigh the disadvantages, right?
By Zack Monroe7 years ago in Wheel
Will We Ever See Steam-Powered Cars?
During the Victorian age and throughout the early 20th century, steam-power was the crowning glory of the transportation industry. Although trains and boats powered by steam were the stars of the show, steam-powered cars were on the verge of becoming the go-to mode of personal transport. Alas, time and circumstances prevented them from reaching their full potential at the time. As you know, internal combustion engines overtook the world around the same time, which eventually rendered external combustion engines obsolete. For the longest time, steam carriages, steam engines, and other steam-powered vehicles were nothing more than nostalgic novelties. The fact is that steam power has a number of advantages over external combustion, so the subject of bringing back steam-driven personal and commercial vehicles pops up often. Is it a good idea? Does it even hold any weight? Well, you can't decide that without a comprehensive list of pros and cons.
By Dr. Ethan Levi7 years ago in Wheel
Things You Didn't Know About Fisker
Henrik Fisker is a Danish designer living in Los Angeles, CA. He is responsible for designing famous cars, such as the Aston Martin DB9 and the BMW Z8. He co-founded the car company Fisker Automotive in 2007, and revolutionized the industry for electric vehicles. With this success though, it's important to consider that the auto industry is always changing, and there is a lot of money involved in the game. For Fisker, it has been somewhat of a bumpy road. However, each time the car company has faced challenges, they’ve managed to come back strong. Here are some things you didn’t know about Fisker and their journey from the beginning until today.
By Morgan E. Westling7 years ago in Wheel
10 Reasons Why You Should Consider Buying a Smart Car
We've all seen them: tiny, toy-like microcars that pepper city streets. This breed of vehicle has been a mainstay in Europe for the greater part of the past century, but only recently have microcars seen a major growth in popularity in the United States. This is largely thanks to the success of the Smart line of vehicles, which have become so ubiquitous that "smart car" has become a catch-all term for any brand of tiny but mighty automobiles. Buying a smart car isn't for everyone, but for those who can adapt to the smaller vehicle, there is a wide variety of benefits.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick7 years ago in Wheel
