Everyone is using a computer to make money these days, even the junk yard dogs. The fact that the value of scrap metal has risen so dramatically in recent years, supports the idea that every used car parts dealer should have some industry related software in place to help him or her make even more [...]

If your memories of high school shop and mechanics class involve a grizzled teacher shouting at students not to hammer their fingers while building a birdhouse, it’s time to go back to class. Todd Collins, a teacher at East Hickman High School in Lyles, Tenn., recently led a team of students from [...]

The most important thing you can do to stay safe while riding an ATV is to wear a helmet. But not any helmet will do, you need to find one that properly fits you. Just putting one on for a minute is not enough to check for the proper fit, and you want to be [...]

We have all been to the point where there is something wrong with our car or truck that just does not seem to make sense. Even going through all of the basics, you are left with not knowing what is wrong. If you have ever been to the point where you think that you have [...]

When you first get your license as a young driver you then face the challenge of getting your first car insurance policy.  The world of car insurance for young drivers can be complicated, intimidating, and expensive.  There are options when it comes to car insurance for young drivers and each new young driver should always [...]

There are many reasons that you may want to modify your ATV. If you want to improve performance or looks, or just customize your ATV you my be hesitant because you do not want to mess anything up. Or, you may be gung ho and have no hesitation about tinkering with your ATV. No matter [...]

Car Part Maker – Nicolaus August Otto
Nicolaus invented the gas motor engine in 1876, and this turned out to be one of the most important landmarks in engine design. He built the first practical four-stroke internal combustion engine called the “Otto Cycle Engine.” He was an engineer and an inventor, so it was not surprising [...]

The car insurance business is one of the most lucrative businesses in the country. Even during this time of economic crisis, the car insurance business is still going strong given the fact that almost all states in the country require drivers to maintain car insurance coverage for liabilities and others.
If you are interested in selling [...]

Starting last fall with the rollout of 2008 models, all new vehicles are required by federal law to come equipped with tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) to give drivers a warning when tire pressure drops significantly.
However, those new-fangled gadgets are not a replacement for your old-fashioned tire gauge, according to the Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA), [...]

Many people love the power and speed that comes from putting race car parts on their cars. Race car parts can include racing tires, racing pedals, racing transmissions, racing engines, racing chassis and much more. You can of course put as many race car parts on your car as your bank account can handle. Just [...]