Author: Tabitha
If you have a vehicle stored away for extended periods, note that rodents love hunkering down in them, especially under the hood. Once there, they tend to bite into/through the wiring, which can leave you with an expensive repair bill or perhaps a sizable insurance claim or even a fire that totals the vehicle and the building it’s in. To help prevent this, Honda sells Rodent tape (part #4019-2317). The product resembles electrical tape, except for the images of dead vermin on the top side. Honda laces each 65-foot roll with capsaicin, which is the active ingredient in chili peppers…
The $3-million Bugatti Chiron hypercar is perhaps the pinnacle of automotive luxury and performance. As a tribute, the automaker partnered with watchmaker Jacob & Co. to create a timepiece. The center is a scaled-down version of the Chiron’s 1,500-horsepower 8.0-liter 16-cylinder engine that has 16 miniature pistons that attached to a tiny steel crankshaft. At the touch of a button, they scurry up and down in their correct firing order within the replica engine block. A total of 578 separate parts are needed to create each watch. The action is clearly visible through a sapphire crystal window. Oh, and the…
For nearly 90 years, the Airstream name has been synonymous with classic, classy travel trailers with their distinctive rounded aluminum-covered shapes and wraparound windows. One of the company’s least expensive models that embodies this style is the Caravel. The 16-foot-long version (the smallest of four sizes that range up to 22 feet) provides enough room for two happy wanders and comes with a dining area (that converts to an extra bed), double bed, kitchen, combination toilet/shower and stowage cabinet. Standard equipment includes air conditioning, gas furnace, small fridge, microwave, flat-screen TV and WiFi. Among the options is a 90-watt solar-panel…
So, what is the Gladiator like to drive? Well, like a truck, but also very much like a Jeep Wrangler. Jeep has done its job and done it well.
The 2020 Gladiator is powered by the tried-and-true 285-horsepower 3.6-litre Pentastar V-6 and an eight-speed automatic transmission or six-speed manual. I love that Jeep decided to offer the truck with a stick.
Florida-based Revology founded by former Ford Special Vehicle Team (SVT) boss Tom Scarpello builds “properly engineered” replicas of classic 1966-’68 Mustang fastbacks and convertibles (and their Shelby derivatives). fashion, however, they all come with modern suspensions, running gear, exhaust systems, wheels and interiors. Buyers can choose 5.0-liter V-8 engines producing up to 600 horsepower, and six-speed manual or automatic transmissions. Prices start at about $190,000 for a 1966 Mustang 2+2 fastback or convertible and run up into the $255,000 range for a 1967 Shelby GT500 tribute model. View Revology’s product selection and get ordering info at www.revologycars.com.
The simple truth is that the seats in cars are not tailored to individuals, which your back definitely notices on longer trips. The SpinePRO is designed to help keep you seated in an upright position by properly supporting the lower portion of your spine where most aches and pains occur. According to SpinePRO, the unique vertical control is fully adjustable, allowing you to literally lock in exactly the right amount of comfort to suit your specific needs. The product’s compact size means you can use it for other car seats and office chairs, etc. Order for $100 from www.myspinestore.com.
The Sleuth hears that it’s a possibility, although the vehicle takes inspiration from the rugged-looking all-wheel-drive TJ Cruiser concept from 2017. It combines the usefulness and utility of a sliding-side-door people mover with the ability to go where regular minivans fear to tread. The concept has three rows of seats that, other than the driver’s chair, fold perfectly flat. The likely engines for the home market of Japan include a 2.0-liter four-cylinder and an optional hybrid system but bet on something more potent for North America. Should it get the green light — your intrepid gumshoe expects an announcement in…
Word reaching The Sleuth is that Chevrolet will unleash several higher-output versions of its new mid-engine sports car. The first to arrive, for the 2022 model year, will be the Z06, fitted with a 5.5-liter double-overhead-cam V-8 making 650 horsepower and 600 pound-feet of torque. In base form, the Corvette makes 495 horsepower. For the 2023 model year, the Corvette Grand Sport hybrid will arrive with the base 6.2-liter V-8 plus two electric motors producing a combined 600 horsepower and 500 pound-feet of torque. Then comes the 2024 ZR1, with 850 horsepower and 825 pound-feet of torque. Lastly, the Zora…
For Formula One racing fans, Memento Exclusives of Great Britain sells memorabilia made from retired parts. For something a bit different, however, you can select from a limited number of authentic Pirelli-brand F1 racing-tire-and-wheel tables that are available in hard compound (white), super soft (red) or super soft (yellow). Each table — whether new or previously raced — includes a clear acrylic top and a certificate of authenticity. The table stands 22.5 inches tall and the top measures about 13.8 inches across. Pricing begins in the $3,000 range from www.mementoexclusives.com.
When searching for cell-phone holders that look at home in higher-end vehicles, consider Berrolia. The company’s vent-mounted holders use premium Italian leather (choose from chocolate brown, red wine or graphite gray) that’s sewn onto aircraft-grade stainless steel. The holders are available for most popular phone models from Apple, Samsung, Motorola, LG, Huawei, to name a few. Berrolia claims one-hand charging (no fiddling to get your phone in and out of the holder) and you can still use your slim case (so you don’t have to take it off). Prices range, depending on size, from $69 to $81 each. Order from…