Light green has emerged as a surprising yet delightful trend in the world of automobiles. While classic colors like black, silver, and red remain popular choices, there’s a growing fascination with this refreshing hue. But what exactly is the allure of a light green car? Let’s delve into the world of limelights (pun intended) and…
The dashboard of your car is a complex landscape of warning lights, each serving a crucial purpose. Among them, the T/C light, often simply an icon of a car skidding, can trigger confusion and concern. But fret not, understanding the T/C light and its implications is straightforward. What is Traction Control? Traction control (TC) is…
The Mitsubishi Galant VR-4: Japan’s Rally Hero for the Road In the late 1980s, Mitsubishi dominated the high-flying world of Group A rallying with the turbocharged, four-wheel drive Lancer Evolution model. Seeking to capture sales from success on the motorsport stage, they launched a road-going version called the Galant VR-4 to bring fierce rally-bred performance…
If you’re an Audi driver and have encountered a situation where your car starts shaking uncontrollably accompanied by the illumination of the EPC light on your dashboard, it can be a nerve-wracking experience. But take a deep breath, because this article will equip you with the knowledge to understand what’s happening and guide you towards…
Ford Escort Cosworth – The Dominant 1990s Rally Icon Introduction to the Escort Cosworth The Ford Escort Cosworth is an iconic high-performance version of the standard Ford Escort compact car. Originally produced from 1992-1996, the Escort Cosworth was conceived specifically for rally racing and was known for its impressive power, handling, and rally success in…
While overshadowed by more famous contemporary Honda models like the Prelude and CRX, the Ballade Sports Coupe represented an appealing mix of performance, practicality, and value in 1980s Japan. Developed as a sportier variant of Honda’s Ballade sedan, the Ballade Sports impresses those in the know with its rev-happy engine, advanced suspension, and nimble handling….
Rally road type is the extreme variety of road conditions competitors must master. Unlike circuit racing on consistent asphalt or concrete, rally throws dramatically different surfaces at drivers, often within a single stage. From bone-dry tarmac to snow and ice, the changing road conditions form a key part of a rally’s character and difficulty. Let’s…
While American brands pioneered the big V8 muscle car formula, Japanese manufacturers also produced powerful Japanese muscle cars, reflecting a unique regional style. Models like the Toyota Crown, Nissan Skyline GT-R, and Mazda RX-3 harnessed immense performance in a compact yet bold packages. Let’s examine these icons of Japanese muscle. Japanese Muscle Cars: Toyota Crown…