On June 15, 1844 a man named Charles Goodyear patented a process now known as vulcanization, that simply involved adding sulfur to natural rubber and heating it. Thereafter the rubber would retain its flexibility even when cold, providing the embryonic beginnings of the modern tire, some of which still bear his name.

The Lexus ES lineup shares a great many components with popular Toyota models but while the early days of the ES sedans were criticized for being too much like the Camry, the newer versions have taken strides to clearly differentiate the two – a point that is very evident with the 2013 Lexus ES350.

The build page for the 2013 BMW X1 is now live on BMWUSA.com and prospective buyers can now price out their ideal compact luxury sport ute with a price starting at just $31,545 for the rear wheel drive models and an entry price of $33,245 for all wheel drive models.

In an increasingly more and more sophisticated on-board infotainment system that dizzies the mind with stunning visuals, the all-electric Model S is the game changer.

The 2013 Scion FR-S uses a Torsen limited slip rear differential for superior traction and Scion explains how it works in this informative video.

While a bipartisan committee endeavors to drive to a compromise on a comprehensive transportation bill balanced between the positions of Democrats and Republicans, states across the land are locked in a race to fund the repair and maintenance of state highways, bridges and roads.

Pay attention to these local car shows, especially the 2012 Lions Car Show in Center Line, Michigan, because they will provide you with a great view of automotive enthusiasts and their rides at their very best; and we have videos to prove it.

Lincoln has hitched its wagon to the rising star that is the iPad in an attempt to generate interest and possibly sales of the 2013 Lincoln MKZ.

Kia racing had to head north of the border but it finally has not one, but two victories thanks to wins at the Pirelli World Challenge Championships at Canadian Tire Motorsports Park.