by Shop Press Staff | Aug 27, 2026
Every piece of a car’s puzzle shapes its identity: exterior design, performance, power, technology, or the badge on the hood. What’s easy to overlook is how these components have evolved over time. Every part of a vehicle has its own history of innovation, all the way...
by Shop Press Staff | Aug 20, 2026
It seems every automaker has jumped on the forced induction bandwagon over the last decade. While some say there is no replacement for displacement, a turbocharged engine makes a pretty good argument to the contrary. Turbocharging is hardly new, though. You can read...
by Shop Press Staff | Jul 30, 2026
The SAE connector is instantly recognizable to many technicians. Commonly found on electrical junctions that need the ability to be disconnected often but ought not be reversed, the plug seems like it should be a no-brainer—however, it’s anything but. If the picture...
by Shop Press Staff | Jul 23, 2026
Have you ever taken a glimpse at the front end of an electric vehicle and thought, “Wait…is that a radiator?” Why does an electric car even need a radiator when it doesn’t have an internal combustion engine? Turns out there are plenty of things on an EV that need...
by Shop Press Staff | Jul 21, 2026
Does a car or truck’s air filter stop wildfire smoke? (VIDEO) Description Can a vehicle’s air filtration help keep you safe from wildfire smoke and poor air quality? While that’s a tougher standard than most systems are built to meet, don’t overlook a simple step to...
by Shop Press Staff | Jul 16, 2026
The early 1990s were an interesting time for those looking for raw horsepower in a fun package. Ford’s Mustang had a 5.0L V8 with 205 horsepower and 275 lb-ft of torque, not too shabby. Camaro buyers could get a 5.7L V8 that put out 245 horsepower and 345 lb-ft of...