Introduction In a world of electric vehicles, downsized engines, and alternative powertrains being sourced, Ford says no. Ford wants to keep making us affordable v8 engines. In a bold marketing announcement, Ford told the world that they will never get rid of the V8 engine in the Ford Mustang. This is a huge statement compared […]

Introduction Taking on a winding back road or flooring it down the 1320 is amazing. Driving a car at the peak of its potential is an indescribable feeling. However, that’s not our everyday experience with cars. Most of our time is spent commuting and driving around town. There aren’t many opportunities to experience these fun

Introduction The Subaru WRX is an absolute JDM icon. For decades, the rally racing icon has taken the tuner scene by storm. The Subaru WRX is seen at every car meet and is modified in a multitude of ways. When Subaru released the 4th generation WRX (2015-2021 model years), I loved the styling and what

Introduction Cold air intakes are at the top of many enthusiast’s mod lists. They are seen as a performance and aesthetic upgrade to any car. Cold air intakes are seen at any auto parts store and are easily found online in a range of prices. But do they actually work? The short answer: it depends.

Introduction Forced Induction is the essence of increased power and performance in cars. The iconic sounds of a whining supercharger or a spooling turbocharger are loved worldwide by car enthusiasts. As fun as forced induction is, its hard to grasp as a beginner. Whether you are experienced with the mechanical aspects of cars or just

Introduction Why do car enthusiasts buy car mods? Do we want to customize the exterior to make our car unique? Or, do we think we can actually make a car better than stock? Regardless, car mods are an inevitable part of a car enthusiasts life. When I got my 2001 Acura CL, I went to

Introduction When I bought my 2005 Chevy Silverado 2500HD, little did I know that it was one of the most stolen cars in the country. Due to minimal anti-theft systems and demand for parts, the early 2000’s Silverados are stolen left and right. After less than one year of ownership, my truck was stolen the

Introduction Choosing what is a good first car is a daunting task if you don’t know where to start! It is an exciting decision, but there is so much to consider. Price, reliability, parts availability, fuel economy, and so much more! While everyone will inevitably feel like they chose the best first car, there definitely

Introduction So you want to know how to modify a car? You’re in the right place! Modifying a car is one of the best experiences I have had with cars. Being able to transform a car to your liking and experiencing the performance gains firsthand is amazing. I dove into modifying a car with my

Introduction There are two guarantees with the average car enthusiast: they want to go fast, and they aren’t rich. The age old phrase of “fast, cheap, or reliable. Pick two” is as real as it gets with modifying a car. Why not make it easier? Why not start with an awesome platform that might not