Horsepower and torque are two words that get thrown around a lot by gear heads. While they may seem like two different factors, they’re very closely related. In fact, horsepower is very reliant on an engine’s torque output, though high-torque doesn’t necessarily mean lots of horsepower, particularly on electrically powered models. Torque is the turning…
In a way, many people see changing their oil like brushing their teeth. When it’s convenient, it’s done often and on time. But when it’s inconvenient, you tend to economize, mentally compromising that putting it off a little bit won’t hurt. Eventually, though, that compromise can mean big payouts for your dentist, and for your…
Ever get a simple life tip from a friend or co-worker that makes you go “Huh! That’s genius.” For example, stuffing your shoes with dryer sheets at night can help you to eliminate an odor. They’re called “hacks” because you’re figuring a way around the conventional way of doing things, much like hacking a computer…
Most people know oil changes are essential with tire rotations coming in second on their scale of importance. When it comes to those “other” services, though, things become unclear. Most vehicles only typically need two or three timing belt replacements during their lifetimes, making them more easily overlooked than services that occur more often. Don’t…
A racing movie never fails to get me excited. I was eager for months to see the eye-popping, candy-colored Speed Racer remake. I was not disappointed. Even the Fast and Furious series never fails to keep me engaged. A Racing-Obsessed Snail Now it’s Dreamworks Animation’s turn to hit the track. Their latest feature, Turbo, tells…
You bought a new car and decided to go with the leather seating option. The leather seats not only look nice, but they feel great in the hot and humid summer too. But like most fancy things, it requires a little bit of TLC to keep it looking nice. Here are a few tips on…
At Cox Chevrolet, we’re big fans of the 2013 Spark. It’s certainly a departure for Chevy, an automaker that’s perhaps best known for producing big, capable trucks and versatile SUVs, but it’s clear that the vaunted American automaker has tapped a hitherto underserved desire for a small car in the American automotive market. According to…
Have you ever dreamed of dropping the engine of a Corvette Stingray under the hood of a pickup? Imagined what you could do with all of that power and torque on the job site – or just off road? Well, that could be coming soon to Silverado drivers. There is talk that Chevrolet will be…
With the prices of traditional gasoline climbing, drivers are looking for alternatives, and while hybrid, electric, and even natural-gas powered vehicles are on the roads today, it’s clear that people are finding them. But many are forgetting one very prevalent alternative: diesel. The days of diesel engines being smoky, loud, and generally unpleasant are behind…
