By Eric Peters, Automotive Columnist Well, I told ya so. First they hacked the Google car. Now, it appears, they — “they” being hackers — could, in principle at least, take over half-a-million Jeeps (and other Fiat-Chrysler vehicles) equipped with in-car WiFi. They’ve already done so in fact with one.
GM’s Cobblepot: The Chevy Vega
By Eric Peters, Automotive Columnist In the popular TV series, Gotham (it’s a prequel to the Batman story) there’s an episode called “Everyone Has His Cobblepot” — a reference to something embarrassing in one’s past. The Chevy Vega is GM’s Cobblepot.
Neglected Maintenance 101: Wheel Bearings
By Eric Peters, Automotive Columnist It’s the parts unseen — and unthought about — that end up living a hard life. And potentially, making life hard on you. Wheel bearings, for instance.
Things to Know About Tires
By Eric Peters, Automotive Columnist The invention of the wheel was a pretty big deal — rolling stuff being a lot easier than carrying (or pushing or dragging) it. The invention of tires was the next great leap forward. Rubber tires allowed wheels to travel more smoothly on rough/uneven surfaces and at faster-than-walking pace without […]
Worst Car Design Trends
By Eric Peters, Automotive Columnist Looks may be in the eye of the beholder — we can argue about the aesthetic appeal of the Pontiac Aztek all day long without anyone proving they’re right — or wrong. But functional flaws are objective. Here are some picks of the litter:
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