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My First Car Was Destroyed In a Flood. Top Story - November 2017.
My first car was a brand new 2010 Subaru Forester X Premium. I loved everything about it: the cloth seats, the huge sunroof, the bright headlights, the killer sound system (after I added a small preamp unit, of course), the shiny black paint, the way it revved when I pressed the gas pedal just beyond that special point. It was a beaut, and it was my beaut.
By Aulos.Media8 years ago in Wheel
NASCAR's "Win and You're In" Playoff System Needs to Change
For those who do not follow NASCAR, there has been a "playoffs" system in place since 2004. Since its debut in the 2004 season, it has gone through various different versions. The current iteration, that was put into place for the 2014 season (with a tweak for the 2017 season), mimics a championship system seen in football. Sixteen drivers make the NASCAR playoffs, with a win being an instant pass in. Should sixteen drivers not win a race, then the rest are in on points alone. Once sixteen drivers are in the Playoffs, there is a series of three "rounds" with four races each, with four drivers being knocked out of the Playoffs after each round. The same rules apply: "win, and you're in." After the third round of four races, four drivers advance to the final race of the season, the Ford 400. Whoever of the final four drivers in the Playoffs finishes the highest wins the championship. For the 2017 season, NASCAR added "stages" to all of the races, with all races having three stages (with the exception being the Coca Cola 600, the longest race of the year). These stages award points to the top ten finishers at the end of the stage, ten for first and one for tenth. The first place finisher also receives a "Playoff point." The winner of the race also receives five of these Playoff points. Because all sixteen Playoff drivers' points are reset at the turn of a round, the Playoff points are added onto that reset number, giving a driver more points to start off with.
By Cameron Shirey8 years ago in Wheel
Best Beginner Motorcycles for First Time Riders
Motorcycles are just as complicated to pick as cars, maybe even a little more. Since they're not like cars, there's a lot of features that every beginner should keep an eye out for. Whether the seat isn't comfortable, or the grips are too rough, there are little things that every new motorcyclist should be aware of.
By C.C. Curtis8 years ago in Wheel
5 Ways To Save Money On Your Auto Insurance
Auto insurance is mandatory if you own a registered vehicle in any state. You pay your premium month after month and wonder when you are ever going to get a break. Having an agent is your best bet if you are looking to lower your monthly auto insurance rate. Your agent will be able to discuss the different discounts available and see which ones are applicable to your account. If your agent has not discussed with you about lowering your rate, continue reading. Here are five ways to save money on your auto insurance.
By Matthew Hocutt8 years ago in Wheel
Cars Are Insane
Let's say you have no idea what cars are. Okay, here's how it is. We allow individuals to aim large metal containers in wheels along a hard surface. The only guidance is the edge and the middle of this surface. Sometimes there are lines marking these boundaries, other times there are none.
By Dave Everitt8 years ago in Wheel
Best Engines You Can Buy Today
Gearhead's always want to look under your hood and find out exactly what you're working with. They want to know what kind of power the thing has, and trust me, they certainly won't be shy in letting you know if you've got one of the best engines you can buy today. The best engines offer a winning combination of performance and flare, and they come in a variety of cylinders.
By Joseph Farley8 years ago in Wheel
Why Men Drive Like, Well, Men
In May of 2015, in Stony Creek Metropark, southeast Michigan, three teenage boys were killed in a “single motor vehicle” accident as a result of excessive speeding. (Stafford) The collision involved five boys between the ages of 17 and 18, who were driving at a “very high rate of speed.” (Stafford) This example is just one of numerous accidents that occur within this age group.
By Megan Callihan8 years ago in Wheel
Most Useful Car Accessories For Under $100
Car accessories can be amazing — and they take a million different forms. Some are amazing car mods that allow you to drive in style. Others are quality navigation systems or cushy bucket seats. Unfortunately, most auto accessories will make you go broke fairly quickly.
By Riley Raul Reese8 years ago in Wheel
How to Not Suck as an Uber/Lyft Passenger
I've been a Lyft driver for about four months. Not too long ago, I wrote on article on how to not be a sh*tty Lyft/Uber driver, but now I'd like to pass some advice onto passengers, as well. I'd just like to state off the bat that the vast, VAST majority of my passengers have been fine, if not great. There have been few instances in which I've run into these issues, but I just thought I'd put it out into the universe for you anyway. So read and enjoy!
By Shelby Taylor8 years ago in Wheel
Best Accessories to Modernize Your Old Car
Modern cars are equipped with the latest technology and gadgets, from GPS navigators to back-up cameras, and more. Not many old cars get these advantages, but don’t be bummed out. Your car can look and even feel more modern with certain devices and accessories put in it. The majority of them don't take a lot of effort to install, either.
By C.C. Curtis8 years ago in Wheel
Best Diesel Trucks You Can Buy Right Now
With so many different car brands and vehicles out there nowadays, it can be next to impossible finding the best one. You could be asking what SUVs have the best gas mileage, or how much interior space a particular car has, but when it comes to diesel powered pickups, the best of the best really prove themselves by not only looks, mpg, or weight, but by reliability standards.
By George Herman8 years ago in Wheel
