How To Get Your Car Sponsored
Whether you have a race car or a show car that you are interested in getting a sponsor for, the first thing you need to realize is that sponsors will expect a return from their investment of time, money, products and promotion so if you are thinking that you are going to get something for free you might as well just forget about sponsorship. Every business that is interested in sponsoring a car has a sound reason for doing so...

Sport Compact Car Lingo & Terms Explained
So you're new or not so new to the sport compact industry and you're not so sure what you just heard. We have come up with a list of industry terms you will hear at one time or another when discussing domestic or import mod cars so you don't make a fool of yourself...

How To Properly Clean Your Wheels and Rims
Do you remember watching your Dad wash his car's wheels and tires on a Sunday afternoon with a bucket of dish soap and water? What may have been okay back then is not good for your car's alloy wheels or high performance rims. You want to take good care of your investment and you need to use the proper products to make them last...

Suspension Problems - Troubleshooting Help
Sometimes adding aftermarket suspension parts to your car can lead to problems later on if not installed properly or if you bought cheap parts. We try to explain common causes for suspension related problems...

Tips For Selling Your Car
Selling your car is more than just cleaning out the old candy wrappers and half empty soda bottles. You need to figure out when, how and where is the best time to sell so you can get the price for your car. First impressions are always the most important part of selling your car. When a potential buyer walks up and takes that first glance they have most likely already made up their mind if they want to buy the car...

Winter Driving Tips
Whether you're going across town or across the country, it's wise to plan your trip carefully. We have put together this article so you know what to do if your car breaks down or you run off the road during the winter months. If you are not prepared, you could suffer great injury or risk death. It may sound funny now, but every year you hear the horror stories on your local news and it may just be you this year...

Spring Car Care Tips
Normally, the first warm weekend triggers a symphony of soapy sponges, garden hoses and cleaning products. But while you might be in a hurry to put a shine to your car - it’s equally important to put your car through some ‘spring cleaning’ of its own...

Transmission Problems - Troubleshooting Help
Take a deep breath because we know why you are here. You just went to drive your car, started the engine, dropped it into gear and.... Nothing Happened...

What You Should Know Before Adding Mods or Parts
You just bought a new car or you've been thinking about fixing up your existing vehicle because someone or something turned you onto the wonderful world of sport compacts. Now comes the realization that it isn't just a decal package that you can slap on the side of your car...

What Is Drifting and How Is It Done
Drifting is the not so simple art of controlling your car around a corner. It doesn't sound very hard does it, but it is. Drifting requires a highly skilled driver with a high powered car which will have enough rear wheel power to slide sideways through corners at high speeds...

How To Select Aftermarket Rims and Wheels
When a car owner decides to a set of rims on their car, the biggest factor is the appearance of the rim or wheel. This however is not always the biggest obsticle as the owner's selection of rims could effect the car's performance. We have come up with some tips to help you choose the perfect set of wheels...

What Is Bracket Racing
Bracket Racing or what is also known as ET Racing, was started as an alternative type of racing in the 60's and 70's. This style of racing allows just about anyone to race in a very competative field placing more emphasis on the driver rather than the car alone...

Why You Should Consider Using Aftermarket Parts
Aftermarket auto parts provide all consumers an option of good quality and low cost while they undergo repair, want to increase engine performance or give the exterior an upgrade. This alternative allows consumers to tune their cars beyond manufacturer specifications by replacing their OEM (Original Equipment Manufactured) parts...

Overheating Problems - Troubleshooting Help
When your car overheats its time to have it checked out immediately by a professional mechanic before you do major damage to your car's engine. We have listed some of the basic complaints about overheating engines...

Prevent Your Car From Getting Stolen
It is estimated that over 350,000 cars are stolen or broken into each year and this number is steadily increasing due to the popularity of aftermarket parts. There are some simple steps you can take to make sure you're not the next victim...

How Nitrous Oxide Can Help An Engine Perform Better
By injecting nitrous oxide into an engine you are making more oxygen available during combustion. When you heat nitrous oxide to about 570 degrees F (~300 C), it splits into oxygen and nitrogen. Because you have more oxygen, you can also inject more fuel, allowing the same engine to produce more power. Nitrous oxide is one of the simplest ways to provide a significant horsepower boost to any gasoline engine...