No doubt, some serious talent has emerged from auto tech school, but there are things that can’t be learned in a classroom. Tech school can be a great experience where you learn a ton of knowledge. So, without naming schools, some are a little more instructive than others. You’ll also have better instructors as a…

This is inspiring! Anyone should own their own auto repair efforts. This feeling of confidence could be what’s missing from the American psyche. It’s all about getting your hands dirty and feeling good about it. In truth, there’s a lot of respect in being able to fix a car, get under the hood, and make…

Here’s an eye opener to an amazing concept. China has some of the worst traffic jams in the world. That’s understandable in urban areas. The country has billions of people. This is an amazing concept—a transportation vehicle that can run on tracks. It’s more than a bus, a train, or even a vehicle. It’s an…

Countries like China and Japan are continually making technology improvements that will alter the way that people, cities, and the environment interact with each other. Toyota is leading the way in research and development on various safe driving support systems on its ITS Proving Ground. One of the main areas of research is to reduce…

If you drive snowy winter roads, perk up and take notice. Here’s a new-generation snow chain that fits all tire sizes. This one has to win an award. It makes sense. Of course, much of the video is without snow, which make you wonder why the test wasn’t done in actual snow. One serious benefit…

Bridgestone offers up an interesting concept—airless tires. Check out the support grids, and how air will flow through on either side to aid in supporting the car’s weight. The tread is interesting as well. It’s thin, and the only thing that needs replacing on the tire—assuming the grid isn’t damaged. What about those curbs that…

Everyone knows that wheels started out as wood or metal as far back as history dates. However, some bright mind decided that inflated rubber would be a better way to go. In the last century, car tires have come a long way. Today’s modern tires are made of natural and synthetic rubbers, and a host…

Meet the Jetsons! These vehicles all had futuristic, weird designs. And they were designed by engineers from well-known companies from around the world. Let’s start with the Ferrari 250 Shooting Brake 1957. That’s totally doable, except for the wood trim. It looks like something you’d find on the streets today. The Ford X2000, 1958, was…

This video is about as inspirational as it can get. He opens the door and fastens his seat belt with his mouth. He turns the ignition key with his toes. Check out his ride. That’s his doing as well. His entire young life, people told him that he wouldn’t be able to accomplish much. But…