While buying cheap rubber of any kind is never really advisable, having something is always better than nothing at all. The tires that came on our recently-purchased 1987 BMW 325e … Read more
It’s no surprise to anyone that, in recent years, crossovers have become the new standard for family transportation. Sedans aren’t selling as well, though there’s still a market for them. … Read more
So you’ve decided to buy your dream car, but it’s a few hours away or even all the way across the country. What do you do? How do you buy … Read more
I bought a totaled Infiniti G35 coupe from a coworker nearly a month ago. The Laser Red 3-series-fighter was wounded badly, but at first glance appeared easily fixable. Naturally, as … Read more
I made a mistake. Plagued with financially-irresponsible characteristics and a healthy credit score, I find myself making impulsive purchases more often than not. This car marks number 28 on the … Read more
Let’s cut the charade. Classic cars are a pain. Not some classic cars. All classic cars. When you’re dealing with an automobile that’s more than 20 years old, you’re dealing … Read more
Last weekend I spent a Saturday in the wonderful world of the Progressive International Motorcycle Show here in Chicago. Thousands of two-wheel-curious people came out to see the latest in … Read more
I grabbed a cup of coffee yesterday afternoon and sat down to take a break from work for a few minutes. My browser loaded the Jalopnik home page and the … Read more
My coworker texted me a few weeks ago. “Hi Jake, do you know any good body shops? I just had an accident. I’m okay but can’t really drive the car.” … Read more
“The Memorial Day off-roading wasn’t quite as extreme as the prior Fall run, but it involved deeper mud, higher speeds, and big ruts. The smart still held its own and … Read more