I've got some downhill driving tips for you that I learned firsthand while driving through the hilly Smoky Mountains recently. I (finally) figured out the proper use of 2 and 1 on my automatic gear shift on this road trip! Learning how to drive downhill without using your brakes -- and using engine braking instead -- will make your mountain driving experience SO much more enjoyable, trust me.
Our pull-behind motorcycle trailer is the American Legend trailer from Hannigan Motorsports. Our enclosed motorcycle trailer is the Homesteader Patriot, purchased used. Pics & tips from our experiences with these trailers on cross-country motorcycle trips.
For those trying to make an informed choice when it comes to SUVs, here are some interesting facts & figures about SUVs... including myths and facts regarding energy-efficiency, global warming, and rising gas prices.
An Oversize load can be anything that will fit on a truck -- towing a trailer or a low loader -- that is wider or longer or higher than a normal gauge semi-trailer. Here's what it's like to drive a truck that hauls oversized loads... according to Andrew from Australia, who does this for a living.
Here's a classic example of the types of 'wide loads' you see traveling down the highways. Plus, some little-known facts about height clearances on wide and tall loads being transported via tractor-trailer. Hmmmm.... interesting!
The International CXT pickup truck is definitely one of the coolest big boys toys around! Here are International CXT truck photos.
Have you spotted a Ford F650 monster truck in YOUR neighborhood. Here are some rare sightings... with photos of Ford F650 Super Trucks.
DRIVING ODDITY #3: People CARE How You Drive! Check this out!... I'm driving home from work today, and I'm behind a pickup truck with the bumper sticker, "How Am I Driving?" You know, you've seen these for years on the...
