Car Enthusiasts

Volvos have long been associated with safety, reliability and comfort. Those are certainly worthwhile attributes, but it is also possible to upgrade Volvos to handle better, accelerate quicker and...

The highly visible police car has been around for more than a century. Its wailing siren and flashing lights can put even the most innocent driver into a guilty panic. Built for speed, endurance...

Restoring and customizing a car's interior is a great way to make it feel like an entirely new car again and is a very satisfying project to perform. And with a little ingenuity, you can not only...

Every car contains a vehicle identification number (VIN) that provides information about where and when the auto was manufactured, the model year and the body style. The 17-character sequence of...

Many antique car enthusiasts want their cars to have an aged look, believing a rusty patina gives the vehicle character. But antique cars that have never received new paint jobs are hard to come...

There are many benefits to placing a car bra on your automobile. Although many people think of them as sporty and designer fashions, there are also utilitarian benefits to using a car bra on your...

Though some would dispute its popularity and legality in the modern age, underbody neon lighting can give practically any car an ambiance that's tough to match in any other way. To the...

A wonderful adventure for children is the New York International Auto Show, which takes place at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in New York City. The Javits Center, a huge space hosting trade...

Underglow lights are the aftermarket lights mounted on the undercarriage of a vehicle. They will emit a diffused glow whenever they are switched on. Underglow lights will give the vehicle the...

There are many different ways to make a car faster around a racetrack, some of which are free and some of which are quite expensive. But whatever your budget, there is almost always something that...

Increasing an engine's horsepower puts a strain on all components of a car. Making sure your frame is up to the task is possibly the single most important thing when drastically increasing output...

Over the years I have learned a few things about classic, and corvettes are no accept ion, I find that people get over excited, and just hand over the money, before they have done a through...

Building a custom car or truck means you can design your vehicle to look or perform any way you want. Part of that involves building a custom interior, designed to your specifications. At first,...

While painting a car with the conventional method of using a spray gun and a spray booth results in a terrific paint job, it is also expensive, time consuming and takes considerable skill and...

Rusted bolts can be really frustrating, and when those nuts and bolts are holding up the gas tank, well that's even more of a pain to deal with. There are a few different ways to remove rusted...

Though it is not commonly done, it is possible to apply a clear coat over chrome. By nature, chrome provides a protective surface to whatever it is applied to, so it doesn't need a clear coat....

Since its introduction in 1967, the Camaro has redefined "American Muscle." From the moment the first Camaro rolled off the assembly line, to its reintroduction in 2009 after a cease in...

One of the key parts in the process of restoring a car is refinishing the gas tank. Most cars in need of a restoration have 20-year-old gas in a rusted tank that needs some time to clean out and...

America has long had a fascination with its fast and furious muscle cars. Muscle cars hark back to the classic Ford Mustang, Pontiac GTO, Chevy Camaro, Plymouth Roadrunner and other models of the...

Even if you don't live in New Orleans, it's fun to get in the Mardi Gras spirit. If your local community has a Mardi Gras parade, decorate your golf cart and join in the frolic. Even if there is...

Since your car is one of your biggest investments, why not spruce it up a bit. With money on everyone's mind, I may have found a very inexpensive way of up grading your cars appearance, without ...

When shopping for a new car, one of the most pressing decisions that you will have to make is regarding the car color. According to DuPont Automotive Systems about 27 percent of potential auto...

There are a number of situations that require tracking a license plate number. Debt collectors often use license plate tracking to find debtors. If you are the victim of a hit and run, but managed...

The 1965 Ford Mustang is a classic sports coupe that captured the public imagination upon its unveiling by Lee Iacocca at the 1964 New York World's Fair. The Mustang has gone on to become part of...

There are many advantages to having a home paint booth. Besides the ability to do quick touchups and have greater control over the painting process, the cost of constructing and operating a paint...

In the world of lowered trucks, there's low, and then there's really low. First, they modify the suspension to sit the frame on the ground. Then, they modify the body to set the body down over the...

Owning a hybrid car is becoming more economical and exciting as new technology continues to be created. The benefit that most are aware of when considering a hybrid is gas savings. There are other...

Rust is never a good thing, but when it comes to custom cars, it can be. Cars with an original patina -- the nickname given to vehicles that have never been repainted and have a coat of rust and...

The great thing about modifying your vehicle is that there are no rules. Want to cut it in half and swap the steering wheel to the rear? Go for it, and have fun doing it. That's why it totally...

Classic Mustangs are quite possibly the most recognizable automobile from the 1960s and early 1970s. These cars have steadily appreciated in value as the number of classic Mustangs in good...

A car is considered antique when it is more than 25 years old, according Classic Car Club of America's glossary. In addition, the Classic Car Club of America defines "classic car" according to an...

All makes and models of vehicles have a vehicle identification number (VIN). This includes all Chevrolet trucks. With the VIN, it is possible to figure out what country the Chevy truck was made...

After spending thousands of dollars and years of labor to restore a classic car, the last thing you want to do is leave it uninsured or underinsured. Classic car insurance policies differ from...

The 2009 Lexus SC 430 and 2009 Ford Mustang GT are sporty vehicles with little in common except for speed. The luxury Lexus starts at $66,805. The Mustang begins at a base of $20,430.

This How-To will explain a process for you to clean the inside of your vehicle to bring back that 'new' look!

All vehicles, no matter where they are made or what company they are made by have a vehicle identification number (VIN). These numbers, if deciphered properly, can tell you where the car...

You can learn just about all you want to know about a Chevrolet Corvette from its vehicle identification number (VIN). The number that is located in the lower right corner of the front windshield...

Most states in America have gone through a wide range of license plate designs over the years. Although older designs are no longer considered legal identification for your car, you can keep the...

The 1964 to 1974 Pontiac GTO, not to be confused with the 2004-2006 models, competed against the 1965 to 1970 Shelby Mustang GT350 and GT300 for muscle car supremacy in the 1960s.

Shadow chrome, more commonly referred to as Shadowline, is chrome trim that has been blacked out with paint, and can have a satin or a gloss finish. The term was coined by BMW, whose cars often...

A blow off valve is used in the specific case of turbocharged engines. In order for a turbocharged engine to maintain its speed without becoming overcharged, it must "blow off" excess pressure....

The Ford Capri was manufactured in the United Kingdom and Germany and exported to North America. It was designed for the European market as an answer to the Mustang, but also proved popular among...

Your fuel-injected motor gets less air from the stock air box assembly than you think. Learn how to build your own air intake system to replace the stock air assembly and the engine will produce...

Porsches and Lamborghinis are both high-end sports cars, with origins in Europe. The models are valued for quality and also compete in the international racing circuit, where the vehicles have won...

Bowtie and Vortec (trademarks of GM) cylinder heads are produced by GM's Chevrolet Division. Both have found favor in high-performance applications such as stock car or drag racing and in...

The Chevrolet Equinox was introduced in 2005 as part of General Motors' radical new design approach to its mid-sized SUV offerings. The five-passenger vehicle had such initial success that dealers...

At some point every car owner whose engine has a timing belt will need to replace that belt -- either as part of regular maintenance or when it breaks and leaves them stranded. This begs the...

General Motors does not supply car videos directly to consumers but does provide videos to the Motor Trends Web site. This site presents streaming video of General Motors cars and is free for...

There are ways to customize your car for free. It helps if you know the right people and have some of the right supplies lying around your house -- or your relatives' houses.