Stories written by Bogdan Popa
Bogdan Popa
Personal motto: "Cats are smarter than dogs. You can't get eight cats to pull a sled through snow" - Jeff Valdez, Stand-up Comedian.
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Cadillac's Super Cruise System Detailed
Self-driving cars are slowly taking over the automotive world and Google’s efforts in this regard are the living proof that drivers will no longer be needed very soon to travel from point A to point B. That’s okay, some so-called drivers claim while eating sandwiches behind the wheels, while car aficio... Continue Reading →
What Carpooling Means. Because Sharing Is Caring
Recession. A term that still sends shivers down our spines. Authorities around the world claim it’s over, but we’re still seeing cost-cutting measures everywhere we look. Talking about the automotive industry exclusively, car makers have tried so much to boost engine efficiency and reduce emissions tha... Continue Reading →
Google Street View Cars, a Closer Look Under the Hood
It’s almost a cliche, but we all know that Google is no longer just a search engine company and the Mountain View giant is now involved in what can very well be considered revolutionary projects. Just think about the autonomous car developed by Google. This self-driving vehicle has already reached the public... Continue Reading →
Traffic Calming - Goods and Bads
Although car manufacturers across the globe claim that the recession is just history now and point to increasing vehicle sales, authorities warn that the struggle isn’t over yet, which means that we should think twice before spending every single dollar. It’s no secret however that cities remain extrem... Continue Reading →
Just for Laughs - Women Behind the Wheel
It’s Easter time and although we all want to spend some quality time with our families, we still can’t forget about our strong passion for cars, the only reason why some of us wake up early every Monday morning to go to office. And since it’s such a special moment, we decided to talk about a diff... Continue Reading →
Ferrari F12 Berlinetta Tires Detailed
Ferrari F12 Berlinetta: V12 6.3-liter engine, maximum power of 740 hp, top speed of 211 mph (340 km/h). Full specs here. March, 2012. Location - Geneva, Switzerland. Event - Geneva Motor Show. Subject - Ferrari press conference and a new product unveiling. It was the time when Ferrari decided to bring back the ... Continue Reading →
Street Racing - Tuned Cars and Adrenaline, Police Lights and Death
The passion for car racing is definitely one of the things that make the automotive industry so fascinating. For both car enthusiasts and manufacturers from all over the world, that is. While some people can’t sleep at night thinking that the next day Michael Schumacher has to face Sebastian Vettel once agai... Continue Reading →
Car Door Types - Sliding Butterfly that Commits Suicide with Scissors
It’s no surprise that today’s carmakers struggle to innovate and the fact that all kinds of technologies come to life each year is only a natural consequence. Well, in their attempt to attract more buyers, car manufacturers around the world tried to focus on every single part of a specific car, be it e... Continue Reading →
Navajo Bridge - Crossing the Grand Canyon by Car
The Grand Canyon is undoubtedly one of the main attractions in the world and statistics come to support such a statement: more than five million people visit it each year. The so-called Grand Canyon National Park is clearly a point of interest, but what’s more, the area has attracted so many investments that we... Continue Reading →
How Windshield Water Repellent Products Work
Bad weather is the nightmare of every driver out there, although we must admit that we feel a guilty pleasure when we’re forced to drive under heavy rain. As you know, each car out there must, or at least should, be equipped with the almighty trio that should help them stay on the side side in 99 percent of ... Continue Reading →
Hollywood Female Celebrities and Their Hot Rides
It's no secret that women aren't exactly the best drivers on the planet and although there are a few exceptions out there (hello Danica Patrick, we hope you're fine!), men still believe that women should stay away from the things they love the most. In fact, we bet you're no stranger of the fol... Continue Reading →
Ford B-MAX's Easy Access Door System Explained
Buying a certain car model just because it has gigantic doors is not at all awkward. OK, it is actually, but we totally get your point. It's extremely frustrating to try and get behind the wheel through a very small door, especially when you're wearing your best suit and you're heading to an important ... Continue Reading →
Tokyo's Dinosaur Bridge, a Contemporary Godzilla
Japan has always been one of the countries that rolled out top-notch technologies and not necessarily in the automotive industry, although we all agree that Japanese car manufacturers are still creating some of the most reliable products in the whole world. It's no surprise that the automotive sector evolved ... Continue Reading →
Automotive Wiki: Why Are Traffic Lights Red, Yellow and Green?
A traffic light is a common thing nowadays and you, just like all the other drivers, must obey the rules: if it's green, you pass, if it's red, you stop, and if it's yellow, you act with caution. There's no doubt that traffic lights are a must in the crowded cities we're living in and no m... Continue Reading →
History of Police Lights and Sirens: The Terrifying Duo that Scares Away Criminals
TABLE OF CONTENTS: • CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION • CHAPTER 2: POLICE LIGHTS • CHAPTER 3: POLICE SIRENS We all have to deal with the long arm of the law some day, it's just a matter of time. Whether you're pulled over for speeding or an officer yells at you to wait on the si... Continue Reading →
The Bling-Bling Generation: How Spinners Work
If you're a car aficionado, we're pretty sure you have already heard of spinners, or spinning rims, or however you like to call those flashy rims that keep spinning even after the vehicle comes to a halt. Usually installed on large SUVs or massively tuned cars, spinners are nothing more than eye-catching ac... Continue Reading →
The Dakar Rally – Redefining Physical Prowess and Technical Performance
While most car enthusiasts agree that Formula 1 is the apogee of motor racing, there’s one competition that really sends shivers down your spine. Called “The Dakar Rally” but also known as “The Paris-Dakar Rally”, this annual endurance off-road race has managed to redefine the traditiona... Continue Reading →
How Traffic Light Control Systems Work
Car manufacturers and state authorities alike have tried for years to boost vehicle efficiency and improve safety of both passengers and pedestrians. While the automotive industry has evolved at a very fast pace in the last couple of years and new safety and green systems emerged, there's another way to work on ... Continue Reading →
Oresund Bridge – Half-Tunnel, Half-Bridge and a Bonus Artificial Island
It goes without saying that road infrastructure is a contributing factor to what people call these days “the passion of driving”. And it's pretty much obvious that every car aficionado out there hopes to get at least a chance to drive a fast car on a road with no speed limits. But that's what th... Continue Reading →
Waterproof Roads: How Does Pervious Concrete Work
Every year, hundreds, maybe thousands of roads fall victim to natural disasters, be they floods, tsunamis or simply light rains that damage the structure and thus destroy everything in their way. Scientists around the world have tried for years to find an affordable solution, struggling to develop a technology tha... Continue Reading →
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