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Dodge Viper Crash: Why We’re Thankful for the SRT Viper’s ESP
Dodge Viper Crash: Why We’re Thankful for the SRT Viper’s ESP

28 May 2013, 06:36 UTC · By: Andrei Tutu / As you know, the 2013 SRT Viper is the first model to be gifted with ESP and today we want to show you a set of photos that demonstrates why the supercar really needed stability control. The adja...

 
Snowmobile Rider Almost Beheaded by Wire
Snowmobile Rider Almost Beheaded by Wire

27 May 2013, 13:38 UTC · By: Florin Tibu / Observing the surroundings when riding in the wild is a key element of making it back home in one piece, and this snowmobile crash is just the right proof. With the rider failing to see the suppo...

 
Crazy Stunts from Malaysian Riders Wearing Flip-Flops
Crazy Stunts from Malaysian Riders Wearing Flip-Flops

27 May 2013, 11:34 UTC · By: Florin Tibu / It's very nice to see young riders showing some top-class motorcycle stunts, but at the same time we're also a bit sad seeing these guys wearing absolutely no protective gear whatsoever. ...

 
Ford F-150 Trucks Under NHTSA Investigation Over Engine Issues
Ford F-150 Trucks Under NHTSA Investigation Over Engine Issues

27 May 2013, 08:19 UTC · By: Ciprian Florea / The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has opened a preliminary investigation on 400,000 Ford F-150 pickup trucks after several owners have reported engine related issues. All...

 
How to Prevent Motorcycle Theft
How to Prevent Motorcycle Theft

25 May 2013, 16:53 UTC · By: Florin Tibu / There is no such thing as a foolproof anti-theft system. However, taking the proper care of your bike can make the thieves' work a lot harder.

 
How to Change Brake Calipers, Rotors and Pads on Lexus GS 300
How to Change Brake Calipers, Rotors and Pads on Lexus GS 300

25 May 2013, 11:53 UTC · By: Gabriel Brindusescu / With a medium amount of mechanical skills and proper indications, anyone can do a maintenance job on the brake system, sparing some money and not waiting for the service center to complete the job. ...

 
Toyota Helps Oklahoma Tornado Victims
Toyota Helps Oklahoma Tornado Victims

23 May 2013, 16:51 UTC · By: Gabriel Brindusescu / As the tornado that hit Moore and Oklahoma City area on May 20th did lots of property damage and took several people’s life in the process, Toyota recently announced it will help reestablish t...

 
Cadillac Recalling 27,000 SRX Units: Wheels May Fall Off
Cadillac Recalling 27,000 SRX Units: Wheels May Fall Off

23 May 2013, 15:33 UTC · By: Andrei Tutu / Cadillac is set to recall almost 20,000 units of the 2013 SRX in the US and Canada, as well as 7,397 that were exported, due to an issue that could lead to the wheels falling off. The problem com...

 
Volkwagen To Retrofit Diesel Cars in North America with Misfueling Protection
Volkwagen To Retrofit Diesel Cars in North America with Misfueling Protection

23 May 2013, 15:09 UTC · By: Andrei Tutu / Volkswagen has recently announced that it will debut an action that will see it introduce a misfueling protection system on over 250,000 diesel vehicles in North America, aiming to help drivers avoi...

 
Nissan Recalls 841,000 Vehicles Over Faulty Steering Wheel
Nissan Recalls 841,000 Vehicles Over Faulty Steering Wheel

23 May 2013, 10:04 UTC · By: Ciprian Florea / Japanese automaker Nissan will recall about 841,000 vehicles worldwide, including the Micra subcompact, over steering wheel issues that could results in a loss of steering. According to Automotiv...

 
How to Replace Brake Pads on 2008 Toyota RAV4
How to Replace Brake Pads on 2008 Toyota RAV4

22 May 2013, 16:23 UTC · By: Gabriel Brindusescu / Big Toyota, no brakes - no good, definitely not good! In order to be safe on road you have to take care of your car’s braking system. Periodical maintenance is the key and it includes checking...

 
Lexus Shows Standard 2014 IS Safety Features
Lexus Shows Standard 2014 IS Safety Features

22 May 2013, 15:08 UTC · By: Gabriel Brindusescu / Some purist drivers might find modern vehicles too fancy with all their features and beeping sounds accompanied by flashing lights to inform or warn you of everything that happens around and inside ...

 
IIHS Explains New Overlap Front Crash Tests
IIHS Explains New Overlap Front Crash Tests

22 May 2013, 09:35 UTC · By: Ciprian Florea / The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) new small overlap front crash test has proven to be a difficult task for most automakers, with only a couple of vehicles managing score abov...

 
Ford Fusion Energi Earns Top Vehicle Safety Rating from NHTSA
Ford Fusion Energi Earns Top Vehicle Safety Rating from NHTSA

21 May 2013, 10:02 UTC · By: Ciprian Florea / The all-new 2013 Ford Fusion Energi was awarded with a five-star Overall Vehicle Score by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in its New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). In a...

 
40 Years without Saarinen and Pasolini
40 Years without Saarinen and Pasolini

20 May 2013, 14:59 UTC · By: Florin Tibu / It's been exactly 40 years ago at Monza in Italy when we lost two great motorcycle racers: Finnish Jarno Saarinen and Renzo Pasolini, both killed in a massive crash in the turn after the pit st...

 
Alfa Romeo 8C, Maserati Quattroporte & Granturismo Recalled Over Rusty Suspension
Alfa Romeo 8C, Maserati Quattroporte & Granturismo Recalled Over Rusty Suspension

20 May 2013, 14:42 UTC · By: Ciprian Florea / When buying any Maserati model and even an Alfa Romeo 8C sportscar, the last problem you’d expect to have would be related to rust. Although rust issues are usually assigned to cheap cars, the...

 
2014 Subaru Forester Earns Top Safety Pick+
2014 Subaru Forester Earns Top Safety Pick+

17 May 2013, 12:08 UTC · By: Andrei Tutu / The 2014 Subaru Forester has recently received a Top Safety Pick+ rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), with the vehicle being included in a batch of 13 small SUVs tested by...

 
2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Receives IIHS Top Safety Pick+
2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Receives IIHS Top Safety Pick+

17 May 2013, 09:32 UTC · By: Andrei Tutu / Mitsubishi’s 2013 Outlander Sport has recently received a Top Safety Pick+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). This comes after the vehicle’s 2012 and 2013 IIHS...

 
2013 Toyota Sienna Gains Auto Access Seat
2013 Toyota Sienna Gains Auto Access Seat

16 May 2013, 15:44 UTC · By: Gabriel Brindusescu / Sadly, if you have a disabled family member or friend, you know how hard it it to move them around with a car, as you have to help them to get from the wheelchair into the vehicle’s seat throu...

 
Mercedes-Benz Could Launch Self-Driving S-Class by 2017
Mercedes-Benz Could Launch Self-Driving S-Class by 2017

16 May 2013, 12:42 UTC · By: Andrei Tutu / Mercedes may have launched the 2014 S-Class, but it appears that the flagship sedan’s full technology potential hasn’t been put to use yet. The German carmaker will reportedly offer an a...