My Car Quest

October 8, 2026

Archives for July 2026

From City Streets to Open Highways: Getting Your Car Ready for Adventure

Most road trips don't fall apart on the highway. They fall apart in the driveway, or at the first rest stop fifty miles from home. A flat tire that could have been caught, a warning light that was already on, a crack in the windshield that spread the … [Read more...]

The Real Cost of Cheap vs. Premium Car Audio Upgrades

Upgrading your car’s infotainment system is one of the best ways to modernize an older vehicle. Adding features like Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a high-definition touchscreen can make a ten-year-old car feel brand new. But as soon as … [Read more...]

Design Critique: Bizzarrini 5300 Aperta Lusso

by Wallace Wyss - The new design is refreshingly similar to the original, not the targa but the body shape. The update of the interior is thankfully of the series II Bizzarrini not the originals with the deep holes for the gauges, like mouse … [Read more...]

Why Certified Pre-Owned Cars Are Worth the Investment

You test-drive a used car that looks perfect. The paint is shiny, the interior smells clean, and the price feels like a steal. Three weeks later, the transmission starts slipping, and you're staring down a repair invoice bigger than what you saved. … [Read more...]

Event Report: Beverly Hills Rodeo Drive Concours

by Wallace Wyss - The show is called "concours" but I take that as a loose description because nowhere did I see judges dutifully subtracting points for non original items. In fact I'd say this show has more non-originals than any other show … [Read more...]

Why Every Backcountry Rig Needs a Fire Plan

If you spend time off the pavement, you already treat your rig as a rolling toolkit. Recovery boards, spare parts, extra water. Yet one risk rarely makes the packing list until it is too late: fire. A stray spark, a hot exhaust over dry grass, or a … [Read more...]