Car ownership
GM’s Secret Plan: How Your Next Car Will Nickel-and-Dime You For Features It Already Has
From pay-per-use horsepower boosts to hidden data sales, GM and other automakers are quietly transforming cars into digital cash cows. Discover the dark side of software-defined vehicles—and how to opt out before it’s too late.
Why Open-Source Car Software Will Never Happen (And Why That's Dangerous)
Modern cars are no longer just machines—they’re locked-down computers on wheels. From encrypted firmware to paywalled repairs, automakers are eroding consumer rights. Discover how proprietary software is killing the right to repair and what it means for the future of car ownership.
The Government Is Coming For Your Mods – And You’re Helping Them
How the EPA’s crackdown on modified exhausts, ECU tuning, and aftermarket parts is killing car culture. Learn about emissions laws, snitch incentives, and the surveillance tech eroding automotive freedom.
Why Mechanics Hate Tesla Owners (And They’re Right To)
Tesla promised a maintenance-free future, but mechanics know the truth: EVs still break. From battery failures to suspension woes, discover why Tesla owners and repair shops are locked in a culture war over who’s to blame when things go wrong.
Stop Butchering Survivors: The Dark Side Of The Restomod Boom
The restomod trend is destroying irreplaceable classic cars in the name of 'improvement.' Learn why cutting up survivors erases automotive history—and why originality is the future of collecting.
Why Your Grandpa’s Chevy 350 Will Outlive Your Tuner Car’s 2JZ
The internet loves the JDM vs. American muscle debate, but when it comes to real-world reliability, American V8s dominate. Discover why engines like the Chevy 350 outlast legendary JDM powerhouses like the 2JZ and RB26—even after decades of abuse.
Why ‘Built, Not Bought’ Is the Most Toxic Mentality In Car Culture
Does ‘built, not bought’ define a real car enthusiast? Spoiler: No. From privilege to hypocrisy, we explore why this mentality alienates newcomers and why car culture thrives when we respect all forms of passion.
Sorry Diesel Bros, Your ‘Performance Mod’ Is Just An Excuse To Be A Jerk
Exploring the contradictions of diesel tuning culture: Why deleting emissions systems isn’t ‘freedom’—it’s just lazy, illegal, and harmful. Learn how the EPA crackdown exposes the industry’s hypocrisy. #DieselTuning #RollingCoal #CleanAirAct
LS Swaps Are The Pumpkin Spice Lattes Of The Car World—Here’s Why
Is the LS swap overrated? We break down the myths around weight, cost, and reliability—plus why engines like the Coyote, Barra, and K-series might be better choices for your next build.
The 2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid's Dirty Little Secret: Why Its 'Best Value' Claim Doesn't Hold Up
Award-winning but imperfect—the 2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid's real-world fuel economy disappoints, costing drivers $300+ extra annually in gas. See how it compares to the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and Honda CR-V Hybrid in this critical deep dive.
You’re Being Watched—And Your Car Is The Snitch
From real-time telemetry to in-cabin cameras, today’s cars collect shocking amounts of personal data—often without consent. This investigation reveals how automakers, insurers, and third parties exploit your driving behavior and why true privacy may require ditching "smart" cars altogether.
My BMW Threw A Tantrum Because Of A Speck Of Dust—Bring Back The ‘90s
From failing sensors to dealer-only repairs, modern cars are designed to be disposable. This deep dive exposes why today’s vehicles are overengineered money pits—and why '90s cars were the last true driver’s machines.