automobiles

Headlight Sensors (MM #3130)

Our cars have become so complicated. They’re no rolling computers. And while we have amazing technology already built, I shocked by what’s missing. One example, is headlight sensors…

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Dings (MM #3034)

I’ve noticed recently that my car’s windshield has more dings than ever before. And I’ve got to believe that something has changed in our windshields. When I first started driving I never had to deal with them…

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Airbags (MM #2913)

Is your car or truck is less than 20 years old? The possibility that your airbags are defective is pretty good. What I can’t figure out, is why cars are still being added to this long-time recall?

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Key Fobs (MM #2743)

Key Fobs have changed the way we interact with our car. Gone are the days of actually using the key in the door. But recently I noticed that there is one slight problem with keyless entry to our car…

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New Models (MM #2390)

I used to love going to the local car dealership and look at the new car models. Do they even release new models during September and October anymore?  Sadly I think those days are no more…

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Knees And Hips (MM #2335)

This may sound strange, but the human body is a lot like a car.  Take your knees and hips, they’re a lot like struts and tires.  When those parts wear out…

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1966 Plymouth Valiant (MM #1881)

Sometimes we don’t notice how much things change because that change is gradual. I was driving down the road recently and saw a 1966 Plymouth Valiant and it made me realize just how much automobiles have changed in my lifetime. When you see an old Valiant next to a modern day Ford or Honda you…

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Skinny Tires (MM #1754)

I’ve always loved cars, and have dreamed of having a stable of automotive classics. But something obvious that I never really noticed, was how they all had skinny tires. Until you see an older car right next to a new one you don;t always notice all the changes, like ties…

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I Love My Car (MM #1595)

I don’t know why, but I truly love my car. Some people simply view their car as transportation, but I’ve loved my Mini Cooper since the first day I drove it a decade ago. And now that loves has gone to new extremes…

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Door Dings (MM #1523)

I try not to keep track of the little things that drive me crazy, but recently I’ve added a new pet peeve to my list. Door dings. I don’t know if the problem is the way they’re making cars today, or if it’s the fact that more people are just plain rude…

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