In the Northeast, there’s little better than the peak of fall, with the leaves changing and the cool crisp air. This time of year is a great time to get in some end of the season boating and see the autumn colors from a different perspective. While the fall boating season can lend itself to some spectacular views, there are a few special considerations to make before heading out in cooler weather. Today’s Forecast In the fall, weather can change at a moment’s notice. Checking

Chase Elliott and the No. 9 SunEnergy1 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 team kicked off the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs Round of 8 with a seventh-place finish at Martinsville Speedway. Elliott and the SunEnergy1 team took the green flag for Sunday’s 500-lap race just inside the top 20. When the first caution flag waved on Lap 44, Elliott had moved up to 16th while reporting that his No. 9 Chevy was “not bad,” but “free at times.” By Lap 60, he had climbed all the way up to 11th. He cracke

Get used to this term: 48-volt electrical system. If there’s been any consistency at all in the automotive world, it’s been power. It was simple: Vehicles were outfitted with all 12 volts — unless you had a 1966 or older VW; those were 6 volts. But while that number has stood for a half-century or more, vehicles have been changing rapidly and adding features that consume power. It’s time for a switch, and even the timeless Jeep Wrangler is packing a 48-volt electrical system

Have you ever wondered what a dirty air filter could do to your engine? Just like you, your engine appreciates breathing clean air, whether it’s a tiny lawnmower motor, a fun dirt-bike engine or that turbocharged monster in your sporty coupe. Let’s take a look at how this lesser-known component plays a huge role in engine health. Breathe In, Breathe Out With every intake stroke, the cylinder inhales air, so to speak. Compression or spark combines fuel with oxygen, causing a t

Electronic stability control (ESC), also called electronic stability program (ESP) or dynamic stability control (DSC), is required safety technology on all vehicles sold in the United States, but it wasn’t always this way. In fact, while its origins date as far back as the 1920s and the technology itself was invented in 1989, it was only included in luxury and premium vehicles. The safety benefits of electronic stability control, however, have been deemed so important that th

You might think of your auto air conditioning system like the engine cooling system. Just as the engine cooling system moves heat from the engine to the air, the air conditioning system moves heat from the cabin to the outside. This makes for more comfortable driving and defogs your windshield faster, but how does it all work? Auto Air Conditioning Components Like the engine cooling system, the auto air conditioning system uses a pump to circulate coolant. Air conditioning re

Most motors need oil to stay running, but not all oils are created equal. Furthermore, car engines have different lubrication requirements than those in motorcycles. With all the different engines and all the types of oil to choose from, how do you know which motorcycle engine oil is best for your machine? Two Wheelin’ and Dealin’ The first thing to know is that bikes have special needs in the lubrication department. Most are air-cooled and experience much greater temperature

Chase Elliott and the No. 9 team led the final 44 laps in the NASCAR Cup Series race at Kansas Speedway en route to their third victory of the season – all coming within the past 11 races. Elliott and the Mountain Dew team began the 267-lap event in the 13th position. Early in the race, Elliott began gradually working his way through the field. Quick work by the No. 9 team during a green-flag pit stop on Lap 39 allowed Elliott to challenge for a spot in the top ten. As Stage

The acronym eLSD stands for electronic limited slip differential. Essentially, this system gives your vehicle increased traction. It can be incredibly useful when you’re traveling on wet or icy roads, and it can improve handling for high-performance vehicles. Below, we’ll take a look at how this system works, and we’ll examine the benefits it provides in various driving situations. Control Issues If a car’s wheels were forced to spin at the same speed while making a turn, thi

Chances are your classic car needs zinc oil additive to stay running strong. While the formulations of modern oils have changed, along with the innovations that keep the automotive industry moving forward, your older car’s specific lubrication requirements were frozen in time the day it was built. This means that not all current oils are appropriate for antique autos — or even for those built a few decades ago. Let’s take a quick look at how zinc in your oil can impact your e