Car Enthusiast Blogs & Forums

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Whether you’re striving to be a DIY mechanic or you just appreciate the ever growing advances in the automotive industry, there are other auto enthusiasts just like you. Before the internet, car enthusiasts were limited to meeting up at car swaps or talking shop at the local garage, but these days there are seemingly endless online resources that are tailored to your interests. Interested in the green car movement or what’s trending in automotive technology? Good news, there are blogs and forums devoted to those topics. Feeling overwhelmed by your search results? Here are a few blogs & forums to get you started:

Before You Browse

Online resources can be invaluable, but they may also be misleading. Whether you are looking for advice on how to fix your brakes or how to install a back up camera, take any advice you receive with a grain of salt and always do your own research or get a professional second opinion. According to Jonathan N. Soto, Boston car accident attorney, improperly installed or defective automotive parts can be a contributing factor in a serious or fatal car accident, therefore, it’s always important to know what you are doing and to do it correctly. Does this mean that all forums and blogs have misleading information? No, but just exercise caution and use common sense.

For the Eco-Friendly Driver

Since the introduction of the hybrid car to the U.S. in 2000, being an eco-friendly driver has become more of a reality and a popular decision. Not only do eco-friendly vehicles benefit the environment, but also cut fuel costs and dependency on foreign petroleum. Whether you are a proud electric car owner or you’re just interested in the green movement, Autoblog Green, will supply you with the latest news from everything to do with Tesla to new releases in green car technology. Interested in talking with and joining a community of eco-friendly drivers? Check out ecocarforum.com or hybridcars.com/forums/.

Tech Savvy

Whether you’re looking for the best navigational apps to download to your phone before you head out on a road trip or you want to get caught up on the latest in lane-departure warning technology, a true car enthusiast stays in the know and on the pulse of everything involving technology. Check out Popular Mechanics blog dedicated to cars, NPR’s popular Car Talk, or Techlicious Automotive section.

DIY Auto Repair

Many car enthusiasts take great pleasure of understanding the ins and outs of a vehicle rather than just the shiny exterior. If you have a “project” car you’ve been tinkering with for years or you simply want to learn more about your car and save money by fixing it yourself, blogs and forums are great resources to get connected with folks just like you. Check out advice from professionals at sites like autorepair.about.com, blog.advanceautoparts.com, or jalopnik.com. Want to chat with other DIYers? Check out autoforums.carjunky.com or the automotive forum at doityourself.com.