Automotive Industry

The Inertia Report: Where I give my opinion of topics in the automotive world. This time, I'll talk about the new 2021 Acura TLX, slight changes the brand needs to make, and why I love Acura's new sport-focused ideology

1954's final fling: Ford's fabulous flathead farewell.

The Ronaldson Brothers and Tippett Company in Australia developed innovative, sturdy, and reliable engines for farm machinery, including the Austral, Type N, and various diesel engines.

The origins of 20 great American cars.

The Inertia Report: Where I give my opinion of topics in the automotive world. This time, I'll talk about what is wrong with Fiat-Chrysler Automobiles and why the PSA merger may not lead to better pastures.

The Inertia Report; Where I give my opinion of topics in the automotive world. This time, we will be going over whatever the f*** Cadillac is doing these days.

Close to the airport at Sharjah is an auto museum belonging to the ruler. It's a small place but has a wonderful collection of vintage cars and is an absolute delight for a connoisseur of the auto.

The V&A Museum presents “Cars: Accelerating the Modern World." The invention of the car had profound effects on culture, the landscape, even fashion.

In 1957, the East German government released the horrible Trabant car on an unsuspecting world.

A Volkswagen festival might not seem the likeliest of days out for most people, but VW Festival has something for everyone.

This is a "special" tackling a very big issue. How to Rebrand Fiat-Chrysler Automobiles. Explaining why the change of corporate image is necessary, we will jump into the past & build up every brand under the FCA correctly. In this article, we rebuild and change the brand direction of Maserati.

How long does it take to assemble a car, including multiple coats of paint, the interior, wiring, electronics—12 hours? 24 hours? 48 hours? Who does it faster? Henry Ford in the 1920's? Or a factory full of computer-controlled high-speed robots? Let's take a look.

This is a "special" tackling a very big issue. How to Rebrand Fiat-Chrysler Automobiles. Explaining why the change of corporate image is necessary, we will build up every brand under the FCA correctly. In this article, we COMPLETELY rebuild Chrysler, taking the brand in a new direction.

This is a "special" tackling a very big issue. How to Rebrand Fiat-Chrysler Automobiles. Explaining why the change of corporate image is necessary, we will jump into the past & build up every brand under the FCA correctly. In this article, we rebuild and make slight alterations to Alfa Romeo.

We live in a global economy with complex trade & supply systems. It used to be that if you wanted an American car - you bought one from and American car maker. Those days are gone. We have trade agreements & manufacturer's alliances that make it far less clear. So, just what is an American car?

This is a "special" tackling a very big issue. How to Rebrand Fiat-Chrysler Automobiles. Explaining why the change of corporate image is necessary, we will jump into the past & build up every brand under the FCA correctly. In this article, we relaunch SRT.

The Inertia Report: Where I give my opinion on topics in the Automotive World. This time: Why I feel Kia may have become the "dark horse" competitor coming up behind the Germans that they are not paying attention to.

There's a consistent trend in the automotive industry towards automatic transmissions with more gears. Why is that?

This is a "special" tackling a very big issue. How to Rebrand Fiat-Chrysler Automobiles. Explaining why the change of corporate image is necessary, we will jump into the past & build up every brand under the FCA correctly. In this article, we rebuild Dodge's lineup.

This is a "special" tackling a very big issue. How to Rebrand Fiat-Chrysler Automobiles. Explaining why the change of corporate image is necessary, we will jump into the past & build up every brand under the FCA correctly. In this article, Jeep & Ram get rebuilt & we access Fiat.

This article covers all the rumors surrounding the 2019 Toyota MK5 Supra.

I first spied a Tesla Model X in the mall. My curiosity led me to learn all I could about Tesla, the pace-setting electric car.. Her's what I learned about its history, how it drives, how it works, and its future—WOW!

Tesla going private: who, how, and why.

When Supercar makers like Lamborghini make SUVs, they end up making Super SUVs. But SUVs made by traditional SUV makers like Jeep are not far behind in terms of speed.

The Lockup: Where I review and critique a car or company to prove a point. Many people drive a GM C-1 but have no clue what a C-1 is. Today, I explain why the money spent on one is better spent elsewhere.

Kickdown is a column where I talk about random topics, usually car related, that don't deserve long articles. This time, because of how confusing the term "Performance Car" is, I will attempt to essentially classify categories of which vehicles compete with other vehicles.

India, one of the fastest growing and the most competitive car markets, is seeing a rapid rise in pollution, and so India is looking for cleaner cars. With BS4 emission norms being mandated, emission norms have become more stringent. With the new S350d, Mercedes-Benz meets BS6 using BS4 fuel!

Learn about the brand of premium electric autos that is changing the driving landscape. From its early days to its nameplates to where the brand might go in the future, this article has Tesla covered.

If you ever wonder how a car evolves from a prototype to production, here's an interesting story about one car.

Fantasy Branding is a series where I take a scenario in the automotive world (past, present, or future) and explain how I would have done it. This time: Relaunching and bringing more prestige to the Chevy SS!

The Inertia Report, in which I give my opinion on topics in the automotive world. This time: Why the underpowered Chevy SS underachieved.

Fantasy Branding is a series where I take a scenario in the automotive world (past, present, or future) and explain how I would have done it. This time: Refreshing Volkswagens 2016 lineup to reflect a more performance-oriented objective.

The Lockup: Where I Review & Critique A Car Or Company To Prove A Point. This time, I review why the QX50 is the odd child at school.

Can the muscle car compete in the modern world? Lower displacement and more boost is the name of the game today. Dodge is fighting back with classic inspired V8 power.

The Lockup: Where I Review & Critique A Car Or Company To Prove A Point. Here's my in-depth view of why Infiniti isn't taken seriously as a luxury brand.

The Inertia Report: Where I give my opinion on topics in the automotive world. When will your car get the hybrid/electric technology that exotic cars have begun using recently? That's the question we will try to analyze today.

The Inertia Report, in which I give my opinion on topics in the automotive world. The BMW M3 and its M4 sibling have dominated the segment they inhabit for about 50 years. But can the most powerful letter in Motorsport save the 3&4? Or is it falling off?

The Inertia Report: Where I give my opinion on topics in the Automotive World. This time: Why the Infiniti Q50 Eau Rouge was killed off

Kickdown is a column where I talk about random topics, usually car related, that don't deserve long articles. With Ferrari launching the release of the FXX-K EVO, I figured it was time to take a stroll down memory lane & look at some of Ferrari's past special ballistic missiles.

The Inertia Report: Where I give my opinion on topics in the automotive world. The Huracan's successor will be a plug-in hybrid, and Lamborghini has unveiled an all-electric concept. It's clear to see hybrid-electric technology is in Lamborghini's future. I access the pros & cons of such a future.

A brief rundown of the rise and disappearance of the commercial Humvee: where it came from, where it went, and why. UPDATE: The Hummer is Back!!!

Fantasy Branding is a series where I take a scenario in the automotive world (past, present, or future) and explain how I would have done it. This time: How I would relaunch the 2nd Gen SRT8 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Why the Hellcat engine is the wrong long-term solution for the SRT Jeep.

Here's my own idea for the design of a flying car.

America's first off-road auto racing series was the Cactus Derby, with a cash prize and the title of Master Driver of the World.

We present an inventory of the most commonly used suspension architectures. There are several types of suspension systems. They differ depending on whether they are on the front or rear drive trains.

How Mercedes-AMG created their first ever super car, the SLS AMG, from drawing board to dealer showrooms in just 37 months.

The recharging capacity of a solar-powered car can be increased if its solar cells are placed outside the car.

The Porsche 911 is the worst designed car from an ergonomic perspective.

A brief look at what makes Tesla such an interesting company to invest in and why it matters in today’s vehicle industry, as well as why it is surpassing analyst expectations.