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Modern Meets Classic: Can You Customize a New Car to Look Vintage?
I think this is a pretty common question: “Why doesn’t anyone design a modern classic car?” Honestly, just the fact that people ask that shows there’s probably a market for it. I mean, if someone’s thinking about it, chances are someone else would buy it, right? I think manufacturers have been toying with the idea for a while now.
By Pinesthi Mukti Rizky Wibowo9 months ago in Wheel
Honda-Nissan Merger: Can They Challenge Tesla and Other EV Giants?
Some time ago, we heard that Honda and Nissan were thinking about teaming up—maybe even becoming one company. Why? Well, Nissan hasn’t been doing too hot. They’ve been struggling and needed someone solid to back them up before things went south. That’s where Honda comes in, offering support so Nissan doesn’t go under. But Honda wasn’t just being nice—they had something to gain too. They’re interested in Nissan’s EV tech. See, Honda doesn’t really have a proper EV ready yet, and they’re looking to take on BYD’s growing dominance in the electric car game. They can’t do that alone, so teaming up with Nissan, who’s been in the EV world a bit longer, kind of makes sense.
By Pinesthi Mukti Rizky Wibowo9 months ago in Wheel
The Honda Quality Paradox: Why Older Models Often Outlast Newer Ones.
Obviously, we’ve all seen it—or maybe even lived it: in a lot of countries, the first car people drive is a Honda. And they last. Toyota’s right there too, but Honda is still one of the big names. But why? Shouldn't all cars be basically the same? That’s what I used to think a few years ago.
By Pinesthi Mukti Rizky Wibowo9 months ago in Wheel
The Muscle Car Meltdown: Why Camaro and Mustang Sales Are Stalling.
A simple example is the Ford Mustang. A while back, people weren’t too happy when Ford dropped an inline-4 turbo engine into the Mustang. It didn’t really fit the image, and now that version has been discontinued. But that’s just how things are now—people have moved on to cars that are more economical. The days of V8 muscle cars dominating the streets are kind of over.
By Pinesthi Mukti Rizky Wibowo9 months ago in Wheel
Why Are Tesla Sales Slipping?
Outside of Musk’s political drama, Tesla is slowly starting to lose its appeal. For years, they’ve basically stuck with the same handful of models and haven’t done much in the way of major updates. Eventually, people are going to get bored and start looking at other brands. And that’s not even counting the Cybertruck mess and all the other weird stuff going on.
By Pinesthi Mukti Rizky Wibowo9 months ago in Wheel
Why Tesla Is Pushing for Lower EV Tariffs
There's no way Tesla can make all their cars in just one country—it's just not possible nowadays. One part might be made in Canada, others in Mexico or China. Why? Cost. Sometimes it's way cheaper to have a part made somewhere else than to do it in-house.
By Pinesthi Mukti Rizky Wibowo9 months ago in Wheel
Volkswagen vs. Competitors: Why Does VW Favor Front-Wheel Drive?
As far as I know, VW switched to FWD for the Golf because they needed a more modern car. The Beetle and other rear-engined cars were based on older technology from the 1930s. Plus, rear-engine layouts were becoming less popular, and VW probably felt the need to keep up with the times. Besides, it’s almost impossible to fit a boxer or flat engine into a car like the Golf. An FWD layout made more sense.
By Pinesthi Mukti Rizky Wibowo9 months ago in Wheel
Ford Mustang: Why This Muscle Car Survived While Others Died
The Mustang was the original pony car. That’s why they’re called pony cars. Some versions, like those made by Shelby, are definitely muscle cars. But most Mustangs aren’t muscle cars. Even today, the Mustang is still a top contender in the pony car segment. It’s a big part of Ford’s identity, and it’s one of the first cars that comes to mind when you think of Ford.
By Pinesthi Mukti Rizky Wibowo9 months ago in Wheel
Why Do Automakers Install Speed Governors?
Basically, manufacturers don’t want to kill you. Any car that goes 100 mph can turn into a deadly machine, so they install a speed limiter or governor (call it whatever you like) to keep you from exceeding certain speeds. Plus, the engine has its own limits too.
By Pinesthi Mukti Rizky Wibowo9 months ago in Wheel
Finding the Light: Why Car Headlight Bulb Replacement Leaves Drivers in the Dark
The most important thing is the shift in perspective. It feels like modern engineering isn’t about making parts replaceable anymore. If something breaks, you either swap it out or buy a whole new unit. Basically, that’s the company’s way of saying, “Don’t mess with this part.” They probably figure the lifespan is long enough that, if it fails, you’re just expected to cough up the cash for a replacement.
By Pinesthi Mukti Rizky Wibowo9 months ago in Wheel
What Makes a 1969 Z28 Camaro So Valuable?
It’s a performance model from Chevrolet, so any units still available are gonna be in high demand. I mean, it’s a limited edition car—like most rare models, the price will go up if demand is high, especially since there aren’t many out there.
By Pinesthi Mukti Rizky Wibowo9 months ago in Wheel
Over 50,000 Unsold Teslas: Is Elon Musk’s Political Ambitions a Factor?
I think this is probably just a manufacturing issue. Maybe Tesla miscalculated demand and ended up producing more cars than they could immediately sell — which, let’s be honest, happens all the time. You’ve probably seen those huge lots full of brand-new cars just sitting there, waiting for someone to buy them. It’s not that weird.
By Pinesthi Mukti Rizky Wibowo9 months ago in Wheel
