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Look Ma, No Hands! The advent of self-driving cars is one of the most disruptive technologies in development today.
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
From Scooters to SUVs: How India’s Middle Class is Redefining Its Relationship with Automobiles. AI-Generated.
“Papa, when are we getting a car?” For many Indian families growing up in the 90s and early 2000s, this wasn’t just an innocent question—it was a milestone dream. Owning a car wasn’t just about convenience. It was a declaration of progress. A visual, tangible sign that life had taken a turn for the better.
By HostingFam9 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
Badge Engineering: Does Badge Engineering Impact Car Resale Value?
Badge engineering usually isn’t just done for no reason. It’s often because some brands are more popular in certain countries, so the manufacturer figures the product will sell better with a different name slapped on it. Sometimes, though, it’s about testing the waters — selling a car under another name to see how it does. Honestly, it’s tough to pin down their exact reasons because there are so many possibilities.
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
Why Did Hummer Stop Making Vehicles?
The Hummer (whichever model you're talking about) is a big, gas-guzzling beast that just doesn’t make sense for most people anymore, especially today. We don't really need huge, flashy SUVs to show off how tough or masculine we are. That era's kind of over, and honestly, it’s not even considered that cool anymore today.
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
The Demise of the Nissan Skyline GT-R: What Happened?
It’s actually pretty simple. Nissan figured having two cars with nearly the same engine (even if slightly different) wasn’t profitable, so they dropped the Skyline and went all in on the GT-R with a V6. Most likely, the GT-R and Z-Series share similarities because they both run V6 engines — maybe the GT-R’s engine is just an upgraded version of the Z’s.
By Pinesthi Mukti Rizky Wibowo9 months ago in Wheel
The McLaren F1’s Edge: Why Center-Seat Driving Isn’t More Common in High-Performance Vehicles
It’s actually pretty simple. Center driving requires a complete rethinking of vehicle layout, affecting everything from chassis design to aerodynamics. That level of complexity can scare off manufacturers, who would rather stick to conventional designs where the steering wheel is on the left or right — because it’s easier to build and drive.
By Pinesthi Mukti Rizky Wibowo9 months ago in Wheel
