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  • What is the point in having a car bra?
    Some things people do or buy absolutely mystify me. That’s why I created this series of “What’s the Point?” articles, tackling (eventually) all of that which I do not understand. Up next: car bras, an utterly confusing item stretched across the front of many a car on the road today. Read along to understand the stretched vinyl madness.
  • Where will they put LED automotive lights next?
    We’ve seen LED lights added to automobiles in a number of ways that weren’t so strange. But, LEDs are about to enter the world of oddity, replacing nearly every illuminating part of your car. Where will they go next? And what function will they serve? Let’s explore the growing world of automotive LEDs.
  • Hype vs. Production: is the Hypertech Max Energy Programmer worth it?
    The TV commercials, radio ads, and even magazine pages about Hypertech’s new Max Energy programmer are coming at auto enthusiasts in waves. Among the claims of huge horsepower gains and other handy adjustments, there are also big promises of gas savings. Does the hype measure up to the real-world results? Read on to find out.
  • Flying High With Performance Air Intake Systems
    Sometimes ingenuity comes from the most unlikely of sources. What was designed for the soul purpose of this could greatly alter the performance of that. In the experience below, our resident daredevil Johnny Neptune straps an AEM Brute Force Intake to his jet pack.
  • The Ultimate Brake-Pad Showdown
    When it comes time to change out your brake pads, one question that always comes up is whether to go with factory-replacement or aftermarket pads. We brought together two huge fans of automotive carnage to put this question to rest—once and for all.
  • Tonneau Tragedy; To Fold or Roll, That is the Question
    To fold or to roll, that is the question Whether/'tis nobler in the mind to suffer/The slings and arrows of a shoddy tonneau cover/Or to take arms against a sea of tonneau troubles/And by opposing, end them. To snap, to tear/No more.
  • Ways to Make Regular Tail Lights into Euro Tail Lights
    All of the automotive rage 3-4 years ago was a set of Euro tail lights, which means that tons of cars are just catching on to the trend today. But, a set of Euro tail lights can cost you a few bills. Read on as we cover the ways to make an ordinary set of tail lights into Euro tail lights without spending much coin.
  • Ford Trucks vs. Chevy Trucks: Why all the Hostility?
    Out here on the California coast, we drive whatever we want, and let others do the same without impediment. But, closer to the heart of our nation (or even 20 miles from any major freeway), automotive brand clashes rage hotter than ever. The big question is this: why? I journeyed to the heart of Texas, where truck brand loyalty is a way of life, to gain some understanding.
  • Generic Auto Accessories—Get Souped-Up without Getting Ripped-Off
    Hot-rodding your ride can get pretty expensive. It’s no secret that the brand name performance shops charge a pretty penny for their stuff. And, justifiably so, given the amount research & development, tooling and testing they have to do. Lucky for us, like every product in the marketplace, there exists a lineup of lesser known, but high-quality brands.
  • Keepin’ It On the Level with a Performance Leveling Kit
    Make no mistake; a truck that isn’t level just doesn’t look good. When you install extra leaf springs in the rear or add a big bumper and winch to the front, your truck starts to resemble a stink bug more than it does a rig. Below, we point out a few tips that can get your rig on the level.
  • Stay Cool with Cold Air Intakes
    Wanna know the easy way to get to the top? You gotta stay cool. This goes for your demeanor, your attitude, your look and most importantly, your automobile’s engine. The best way to squeeze extra power from your engine and propel yourself to the head of the cool class is to install a performance cold air intake system.
  • Trailer Towing and Parking Lot Punch-Outs
    When long-hauling a massive trailer cross country, it’s important to equip yourself with the proper gear. Besides an actual trailer—and a truck built to haul it—you’ll want a set of heavy-duty brakes to stop the rig, a sturdy hitch rated for the trailer’s weight and some extra-large mirrors to see who’s coming up from behind. Tow on, my friends!
  • Which Air Filter Really Makes the Best Coffee Filter?
    An ill-produced TV commercial recently hit the airwaves, feature a mechanic who uses a paper air filter as a coffee filter. The ad is—you guessed it—for a performance air filter company stating that “paper is for coffee filters.” It got out crack team to think, “which air filter really is the best for using as a coffee filter?” Play along and see.
  • When I close my eyes, I see only rollbacks and razor blades
    There was a time in my life when the sound of birds singing and of children playing on freshly mowed lawns brought a smile to my face. Now, after Wal Mart came and ruined my life, I feel nothing but hatred for the world, except, that is, for my Pace Edwards Jack Rabbit Retractable Tonneau Cover.
  • Husky Liners or Weathertech Floor Liners: which would the mob choose?
    Ever since I saw the Godfather, I’ve been obsessed with mobster culture. Their likes. Their dislikes. Their mannerisms and dress. Now, as I’m accessorizing my ’06 Escalade, I can’t help but wonder: what would Sonny buy? The Husky Liners or the Weathertech Floor Liners? It took some serious consideration, but I think I made the right choice.

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