Author Archives: emptyroadchronicles

Can You Have a Car for Your Entire Life?

Posted on January 15, 2016 by emptyroadchronicles

Recently, I received an email from a good friend asking, “So, theoretically, you can have a car for your entire life. But, from a practical perspective, how likely is it that if everything is done right and the car is … Continue reading →

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Three Questionable Names at the 2016 NAIAS

Posted on January 12, 2016 by emptyroadchronicles

Today marks the second day of the North American International Auto Show 2016 and with it, automakers from around the globe have unveiled their next superstars, volume leaders, unknown concepts, and ground-breaking technologies. As a skeptic with an affinity for vehicles … Continue reading →

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Car Tech: The Subaru Headgasket.

Posted on May 6, 2014 by emptyroadchronicles

The Subaru boxer engine is a very unique machine. Its flat design layout and odd firing order give it the feel and sound of absolute legends. Unfortunately, certain variations of the boxer engine do carry some undesirable traits and none … Continue reading →

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10 Best Vehicles for a Hitman

Posted on March 23, 2014 by emptyroadchronicles

The job title “Hitman”, despite its glamour and prestige, is a bit more difficult than one might think.  The men and women who make ends meet by using their ex-military training to turn murder into income have a lot on … Continue reading →

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Project Hot Rod Apocalypse Part 1 – An Intro

Posted on November 21, 2013 by emptyroadchronicles

I’m going to make this short and sweet as with the whole world coming to an end and what not, you and I do not have a lot of time for flowering introductory paragraphs filled with useless adjectives that are … Continue reading →

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Car Review: The Lady and The Tramp

Posted on July 27, 2013 by emptyroadchronicles

In the fall of 2012, I decided to take the plunge into a pool that would cement my societal standing as a car guy. The decision took some time and a few difficult night sleeps, but at the end of … Continue reading →

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Car Review: The Dumb Little Washing Machine

Posted on February 2, 2013 by emptyroadchronicles

If you have a mother, you have undoubtedly heard this statement: “hate is a strong word.”  While it may seem harsh, it is more often than not said in  a manner that is either clownish, hyperbole or fully tongue in … Continue reading →

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Car Review: The Girl With The Roundel Tattoo

Posted on November 21, 2012 by emptyroadchronicles
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The 10 Best Ways to Escape a Wedding

Posted on November 18, 2012 by emptyroadchronicles

There are moments in life where a person simply needs to stay humble.  Leaving a wedding isn’t one of them.  Just like a flashy Broadway performance is justified, being showy on one’s wedding day is perfectly okay. If anything, being obnoxiously blatant … Continue reading →

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The Internet’s Ultimate Sleepers

Posted on November 7, 2012 by emptyroadchronicles

A wolf in sheep’s clothing.  A fast bomber.  A rocket in disguise.  The term Sleeper is widely known inside the automotive world as a vehicle that looks slow but in actuality, is nutso fast.  Here’s some food-for-thought.  Imagine, if you … Continue reading →

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