News, reviews and articles about cars and car accessories.
NEWS – My husband enjoys rocketry. In the past, we would head out to a remote area where the Dallas Area Rocketry Society (DARS) would be launching rockets. Once there, we would pitch a pop-up canopy to protect us from the blazing Texas sun while my husband prepped his rockets for launch. The drawback to […]
REVIEW – Earlier this year I reviewed the VIOFO A139 Pro dashcam; I was happy with it when I reviewed it, and I’m still happy with it now. VIOFO has upgraded their introductory model, the A119, with several new features. I installed the A139 in my wife’s car, a Honda CR-V, so I’m planning to
VIOFO A119 Mini 2 Dashcam review – lots of features in a small package Read More
NEWS – When most of us think of multi-tools, we think of a Leatherman multi-tool that we carry on our belt. But the Rockworkx multi-tool is a multi-functional modular tool that stores in a truck’s 2″ tow hitch receiver. What do you get? A hardened aluminum sand and snow shovel that can double as a
This modular multi-tool stows in a truck’s tow hitch! Read More
REVIEW – The further I travel from civilization on my solo Overlanding adventures, the more I realize the importance of staying connected. It turns out though, remote places with beautiful scenic views often don’t get reliable cell service. Luckily, I was offered the chance to review a cell signal booster specifically designed for the Offroading/Overlanding
REVIEW – As electric vehicles continue to increase in popularity, public charging stations are becoming more congested. If you have a driveway or garage where you can install a dedicated EV charger, it will pay off pretty quickly in terms of both cost and time saved. This time around I have the 40A MaxiCharger from
Autel MaxiCharger AC Elite Home 40A EV Charger review – EV charging simplicity Read More
REVIEW – If you have an older or base model car, you may not have an entertainment system that easily integrates with your phone. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay offer a feature rich mobile experience and are an OEM option on many new cars, but what if you didn’t get it from the factory? For
Car and Driver Intellidash Pro S review – An infotainment system for your car Read More
REVIEW – Wireless technology has simplified charging for smartphone users. Apple’s MagSafe wireless charging has become an essential feature for many smartphone users. The Zagg mophie Wireless Charing Vent Mount with MagSafe offers the convenience of wireless charging with the practicality of a vent mount, and it takes full advantage of Apple’s innovative MagSafe technology.
Zagg mophie wireless charging vent mount with MagSafe (Apple Exclusive) review Read More
REVIEW – I entered the world of electric cars last year in July when I purchased a Chevrolet Bolt. I went for the Bolt over a Tesla, mainly because of the significant price difference. I love the car; it has been a very enjoyable experience. 99.9% of my charging is done at home on a
J+ Booster 2 electric vehicle charger review – Now my Bolt can charge almost anywhere! Read More
DEAL NEWS – Today’s deal will let you save 15% off of a variety of tire pressure monitoring systems from GUTA. This time of year many people hit the road for pleasure and other than gasoline prices (if you don’t drive an electric vehicle), tire health should be a main concern. No one wants to
Deal of the day – Make sure your tires are ready for your summer road trips Read More
REVIEW – I can remember the days years ago when I would make sure that in the back of my car, I always had a portable battery pack for an emergency jump start, a portable tire inflator, and a flashlight among other things. Back then, I would never have even entertained the thought that there
Lokithor AW401 Jump Starter with Car Washer review Read More
REVIEW – If you’re of a certain age, you remember easy-to-work-on vehicles. My first car, a 1967 Buick Special, was just such a vehicle. If you wanted to change the oil, you could do it from the top or bottom as the 300 cubic inch V8 only took up a fraction of the enormous engine
TopDon TopScan OBD2 Scanner review – Getting a peek into the mysteries of modern vehicles Read More
REVIEW – I have such a busy schedule, that I rarely get to take my truck to the carwash regularly. While I also try my best to keep the inside clean, I would likely do a better job if I had a small and compact but capable vacuum within reach. Most of the car vacs
Fanttik V7 Pocket Cordless Car Vacuum review Read More
REVIEW – Sometimes your vacation plans require room for more stuff! The ONLU Car Topper Luggage Carrier is designed to extend that cargo capacity for your car, truck or SUV with a waterproof, durable, rooftop-mounted bag to hold all the things. How does it handle the goods? To the review! What is it? The ONLU
ONLU Car Topper Luggage Carrier review – carries all the things on all the cars! Read More
REVIEW – I have mentioned before that one thing I enjoy doing is detailing my cars. You can be much more efficient and use less water when washing your car using a pressure washer. A gas-powered pressure washer can do the trick, but then you have to worry about engine maintenance, making sure you do
Chemical Guys ProFlow PM2000 electric pressure washer review Read More
REVIEW – There are a few features that most new cars have that have arguably made driving more enjoyable and perhaps safer. Those features are touch-screen displays that let you interact with your car in an efficient way, Android Auto and Apple Carplay, which mimic features of your phone on that touch screen for things
Seicane 10.3 inch dash cam smart screen review – New-car features for cheap! Read More
SPONSORED NEWS – It’s really annoying when you get in your car only to realize that it won’t start due to a dead battery. We’ve had that happen at my house on more than one occasion with our cars and even with a garden tractor. Having to drag out a set of jumper cables and
REVIEW – I just saw a meme with a group of people forming a queue at a suburban house with the caption, “This is what happens when your neighbors find out that you’re a mechanic.” Does this sound like you? If yes, or if you are passionate about taking care of your chariot… or many
REVIEW – If you’re anything like me, you’ve got a random set of tools and gadgets in the trunk of your car/truck/SUV. Over the years my kit has ranged from full toolkits and car-DC-powered tools to an assortment of battery-powered tools and everything in between. When the offer to review the IgniteX JS6: Modular Magnetic
IgniteX JS6: Modular Magnetic Car Tools review – everything but the impact wrench Read More
NEWS – TL;DR: Give yourself some living space while enjoying the great outdoors with the Carsule Pop-Up Cabin for Your Car, now $59 off for a limited time. Everybody looks forward to relaxing in the great outdoors. But nobody looks forward to getting all the stuff out there that you need to do so comfortably.
Take the Carsule pop-up cabin on your next road trip – Save $59 now! Read More
REVIEW – There’s nothing better when you’re on the road than a frosty beverage to help you pass the miles. Keeping those beverages frosty is the challenge. It usually involves copious amounts of ice that take up additional beverage space in the cooler. In the end, it winds up as a soggy mess that must