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Author: Ian Tompson

When it comes to building a high-performance exhaust system, it doesn’t take long to realize that the type, design, and even location of your muffler can make or break everything.

The fact that it's called a muffler doesn't leave any question about what it's designed to do: to muffle and restrict engine noise. The inherent dilemma for performance enthusiasts and engine builders, however, is that the sound waves a muffler needs to restrict are a side effect of the power they want the engine to create.

17 March, 2023

Skateboarding is a sport where you move fast on hard surfaces, so in addition to all the fun, there’s danger too. It can result in all kinds of injuries, from small cuts and bruises to serious brain damage. Even injuries that heal quickly can cause...

15 March, 2023

It's widely known that Australia is one of the most dangerous places to live when it comes to wildlife. There are more than 140 types of venomous snakes moving around at any time. There's a big chance you'll meet one eye to eye at some...

01 March, 2023
No one can prepare you for what’s coming once your little bundle of joy comes into this world. This mainly goes to first-time parents since everything is completely new to them. But the one thing you can do before its arrival is stocking on the right baby essentials. There are lots of them and pretty useful ones, however, there’s one particular baby product that’s of vital importance for the baby’s well-being even when getting out of the hospital and that’s the swaddle for newborn babies.
30 January, 2023

In order to track the performance of your vehicle, manufacturers have installed numerous sensors that detect when the vehicle is starting, braking, accelerating and if it's in reverse or neutral. Some of these sensors require regular replacement so that performance remains optimal and safety remains intact.

18 January, 2023

Taking your bike with you everywhere you go can be difficult or as easy as you make it out to be. Bike carriers are a great way to carry your bike without having to worry about damaging it or yourself. With the wide variety of bike carriers on the market, choosing one can be difficult. We've compiled a list of features you should look for when purchasing a carrier to find the best fit for your needs. Let's get started!

12 January, 2023

There are stark differences between road and mountain bike handlebars. The first are drop bars, have three distinct riding positions and brake and shift levers situated on the hoods. This is the most natural riding position (the others being the drops and tops). The drops are good...

04 January, 2023

For most drivers, a vehicle is something that has four tyres and moves when you press on the gas pedal. While this is true, the sole component that works towards making this possible is far more complicated. With crankshafts, camshafts, timing belts, rods, pistons, and a plethora of other important yet overlooked components, the engine is the heart of every gas and diesel-powered vehicle. The ICE or internal combustion engine relies on the combustion of fuel and air mixture which is ignited by a spark.

30 December, 2022

Impact drivers are an essential tool for construction workers, garage mechanics and anyone who works with wood. These tools are used to make quick work of nails and screws that have been stuck in wood, allowing for fast repairs without having to wait for them to be pulled out by a hammer or hand tool.

29 December, 2022