Washing the car was a favorite pastime of mine as a kid. On hot Saturday afternoons, wearing an old pair of grubby cut-offs and a too-big, handy-me-down tank top, I would break out the hose, the bucket, the sponges, and soap, and wash whichever of my parents cars that happened to be home at the…
You are just out of college and looking for your first car. Back in school, all it took was a five minute ride on your bike to cut across campus to your cushy, no pressure job at the local pizza dive. Things are different now. You have to get up before noon, as well as…
I’m a big fan of sports cars. Every time I see a Mazda MX-5 Miata, I can’t help but stare. Stylistically, it’s unique: the Miata’s overall appearance hasn’t changed much since it was released for the 1990 model year. And I like that. It’s tough to find another car not afraid to stick to its…
Once in awhile a vehicle comes along that begins to change the game. That’s exactly what the 2014 Mazda6 is doing. Utilizing the full power of Mazda’s SKYACTIV technology suite, the Mazda6 offers better fuel economy, more engine strength, and better handling than ever before. Redesigned Lighter and Stronger Body To start a revolution, though,…
One of my first car buying experiences involved a Mazda3. Not for me, for an old girlfriend. Let’s call her Annie. We were both recently out of college, she with a fresh job and me stagnantly unemployed. After Annie’s old Honda Civic died, she decided that she would treat herself and buy a new car….
One summer, some friends and I found a cheap cabin in Mobile, Alabama and decided to use an old minivan one of us owned to make the trip. We left in the cool early morning, so there was no need to roll down the window or use the air conditioning. Come 10:00 a.m., though, and…
Awards and accolades continue to rain down on the new 2014 Mazda6. Completely redesigned for the 2014 model year, the Mazda6 embodies some of the most innovative technology that the industry has to offer. Recognizing this achievement, the Greater Atlanta Automotive Media Association (GAAMA) has named it the “Best New Vehicle” at the Atlanta International…
Windshield wipers are an important vehicle safety system many people often overlook when they think about service. I’ve been caught in too many a rain storm where I’ve gone to flip my windshield wipers on only to have them do no good whatsoever. In some instances, they’ve even made things worse. This often happens because…
Regular maintenance is very important to keeping your vehicle alive and well. One of the more often overlooked routines is the coolant flush. Oil changes and brake inspections seem to get all the attention, while the other, seemingly “less important” stuff takes the back burner. Don’t be mistaken, though: regular coolant flushes are very important…
There are some pretty bad myths out there about the best way to care for your vehicle. Without the right knowledge, it’s impossible to know what’s good for your car and what’s not. We’ll bust some of these myths, and it won’t take any explosions, crashes, berets, or snazzy mustaches. Myth: You need to get…
