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HJ Pizarro

I am an avid “Automotive Nut” that appreciates vintage vehicles, muscle cars, exotics, and just about anything with wheels. I see automobiles as works of art, formed with great craftsmanship and patience. –

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A motorhome RV camper parked on a road in front of a mountain

How Can I Rent My RV?

Let’s face it. As much as we enjoy an RV, they are not used all the time. So, the van, travel trailer, fifth-wheel, or motorhome just sits there most of the time, while you and I have to pay for them. So, instead of paying storage fees, or having the RV sit under trees in …
a red 2020 Rolls-Royce Cullinan

One of the Most Powerful Rolls-Royce Engines Is Not Even in a Car

Rolls-Royce is an automotive manufacturer known for premium luxury performance cars. But, the company is a lot more diverse with its product offerings than just cars. No, I don’t mean that they are going to make a pickup truck or a bus. What I do mean is that Rolls-Royce engineers have affected other industries. In …
The Airstream travel trailer is by a campsite, a truck, and solar panels.

Doing These Things Will Keep Your RV Cool Without the Air Conditioner

Taking the RV out for an adventure is fun. But, running the air conditioner full-time can be a drain on the power resources. So, the next time you take out the motorhome, fifth wheel, travel trailer, or pop-up camper, consider the tips below on how to keep your RV cool without running the air conditioner. They may provide …
The word, RECALL, is displayed on a smartphone.

Recall Alert: Instrument Visibility and Poor Fuel Tank Attachments

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is in the business of making the automotive industry and the public aware of dangerous or potentially dangerous things they discover in relation to the vehicles we all use. This means when they issue a recall, it is usually a good idea to examine their findings. The organization recently …
A black and white RV sits on a shore line with the awning deployed on a sunny day.

It Might Be Time to Replace Your RV Awning If These 3 Things Happen

RV awnings are a great thing. They provide not only provide shade they also create an outdoor gathering space. Sadly, they do not always age well. As much as you may love the awning on your RV, the fact is, over time, awnings can fail to function as they should. This can lessen your camping or overlanding experience. …
A view from behind a red Nobe GT100 electric autocycle shows the removed panoramic roof.

New Tech, Classic Style, 3 Wheels – The Nobe Electric Car

I have discussed before that autocycles have had a hard time gaining traction in the United States. Before they can become a huge success, they first have to prove to the consumer that a vehicle with three wheels is okay. Once that is achieved, then autocycles will move from niche markets and into the broader mass …
The Cervelo R5 Lamborghini Edition bicycle in motion

Lamborghini Goes Too Old-School, Unveils Bicycle

Lamborghini is a brand known for performance cars. But, did you know that the company is also involved in other projects? The automaker has also been involved with tractors and boats. It does not end there. For something a little more affordable, Lamborghini has also ventured into bicycles. Oddly though, the bicycles are old school …
The silhouette of the rear of a car getting airborne cresting a small hill.

The Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport Tries Going Airborne

A year ago, a team from Bugatti took a special supercar to a track. The intent of the occasion was to open up the supercar’s throttle and break the 300 mile-per-hour production car barrier. It was a dangerous undertaking that was achieved handily. But, Bugatti makes other extraordinary models as well. Now, we have word …
The yellow 2020 Safe-T-Liner school bus.

School Bus RV Conversions Are a Thing

The recreational vehicle industry has been the recipient of a lot of business due to the global COVID-19 pandemic. It seems people prefer to get out beyond the confines of their home, but prefer to travel in an RV versus stay in a hotel or mingle with crowds at airports. However, some people prefer to …
Wonder RV

RV Living Challenges and Benefits

Many people may consider the idea of living in an RV full-time the ultimate lifestyle. There are indeed a lot of benefits to living a somewhat nomadic life in an RV. But, there are also a lot of challenges that some people are not prepared for, especially during pandemic situations. So, what are the RV living challenges and benefits …
A large bus-like motorhome driving down the roadway.

RV Motorhome Engine Costs Set to Rise Significantly Due to CARB Regulations

CARB is an acronym for the California Air Resources Board. The organization monitors air quality for the state of California. It also suggests legislation to ensure clean air standards are maintained or improved. The group recently helped get legislation passed in the state that limits diesel exhaust emissions. Given the number of tractor-trailers on the …
A white, double axle, pull behind RV trailer

The 3 Best Travel Trailers Under 5,000 lbs

RV travel trailers are a popular option for people looking to get away for a long weekend or an all-out vacation. But, not every vehicle can handle pulling heavy-weight RV trailer. So, people with smaller trucks and SUVs are very mindful of the dry weight of the trailer they need to pull. However, just because …
2022 Grand Jeep Wagoneer Concept driving on street.

Jeep Launches Wagoneer Portfolio of Premium SUVs

There have been many teases of the Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer for weeks. This morning, Jeep finally formally announced that Wagoneer would be a portfolio of premium SUVs. The company aims to infuse that portfolio of products with an opulent luxury feel. Wagoneers will be Jeeps like no other. Taking a shot at Cadillac …
A white trailer RV with the pop-up extended sits on a trial with a family sitting under the exterior awning.

Taxa Outdoors Mantis Is an Off-Road Camper Trailer That Fits in a Garage

NASA scientists and engineers that worked on the old space shuttle programs and future lunar habitats often talk about using every available inch of space in the cabin of the spacecraft or lunar module for working and living space. So, when a former space architect retires and starts doing outdoorsy things, he discovered that RV …
A black 1965 Porsche 356 SC Cabriolet sit by a curb with its black convertible top up.

Why Is This Rare 1965 Porsche Worth More Than 5 New Corvettes?

Mention the Porsche name, and many people’s ears perk up. The manufacturer has a long, storied history of producing well-mannered performance cars. As such, two models have given the most success to the manufacturer, the 911 and the 356. Both are iconic models for Porsche. But, it was the 356, in particular, that is more …
A black 1990 small, tow-door, SUV.

Whatever Happened to Daihatsu?

In the late 1980s, Daihatsu took a stab at importing automobiles to the United States under its own brand name. So, some people might recall seeing the Daihatsu Charade sedan and Rocky SUV in their daily commutes. But, things changed in the 1990s. For some reason, they disappeared. This has left some wondering whatever happened …
Pop-up camper set up in a campsite complete with a campfire

What is My RV Worth? 5 Things That Influence Price

According to the 2018 Drive to Decide Survey conducted by Google and Kantar TNS, over ninety percent of people interested in buying a car will do research online first. Part of that research is about the vehicle they want to get into. Another part of the online research is finding out the value of something …
A small, white, hatchback profile-view of the Yugo.

Yugo or Pontiac Aztek, It’s All a Matter of Preference

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Just because somebody finds something that catches their eye does not mean that the next person will find the same object as transfixing. Macaroni and Cheese is not loved by everybody. The same can be said for the Yugo and the Pontiac Aztek. The two vehicles were …