Microcars

The Smartcar has been a popular car model in Europe for years and has now made its way to the United States. The compact car is popular for its exceptionally high gas mileage as well as its...

Driving go karts is a popular hobby. Go Karts are light-framed "karts" that stand a few inches off the ground with a two- to four- cylinder engine; they are driven around a track at varying...

A golf cart can be a lot of fun. But some golf carts can cost as much as $10,000. But don't let that price scare you. Most golf carts in that price range are either specially designed custom golf...

As temperatures dip lower and lower on the thermometer, scooter riders either brave the chilling temperatures or store their rides for the winter and await warmer times. However, simply parking...

The National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) has sanctioned drag races across America every year for more than 50 years. Fans and drivers of all shapes and sizes can come and enjoy a day at the track....

Trackside is where boys and girls who are involved with motor sports get their first introduction to a performance engine. Participation in age appropriate events includes equipment that is better...

Go-karts are short, light cart frames designed to be driven by small 3-5 horsepower engines. They are machines that can be built or upgraded for next to no investment. One such upgrade is a new...

Microcars, including the popular Smart car, have a wide availability in many European countries. Microcars typically have a length less than 10 feet and a width smaller than 6 feet. If you have a...

A microcar is an extremely little car that is usually shorter than 3 meters. Some microcars are small enough to lift by hand if you are trying to park in a tight spot. These cars were originally...

The Smart Car, a microcar built and designed by Mercedes-Benz and Swatch, is a tiny vehicle that's marketed for urban environments. If you're looking for ease of parking, the ability to zip...

When you drive a microcar, you already get attention from the people you pass. Most likely the interest in your car has to do with the small size. To get even more attention, you need to pimp your...

A microcar is an environmentally safe vehicle that deserves protecting. The three wheel design and the fact that most are encapsulated make it imperative to protect and care for your microcar. Not...

Microcar rallies tend to be very informal affairs set up between several microcar clubs with the permission of a town or small city. Microcar rallies are held on paved roads with little or no off...

Whether you have a vintage microcar or one of the newer ones like the Smart Fortwo, finding a mechanic can be a real challenge. Many automotive shops simply don't have the experience to properly...

Before you can start getting parts for your Microcar, you need to know the specifications or characteristics of the Microcar you want to build. Once you decide, you can begin shopping for parts...

Microcar clubs are filled with environmentally appreciative people. Many Microcar club members have built their own Microcar. Joining a Microcar club is a good way of meeting people with the same...

Micro cars, as the name implies, are the mighty mites of the car collecting world. Primarily produced in Europe, and in particular England, the micro car has enjoyed renewed interest among car...