AuthorMike Hagerty

Mike Hagerty is an automotive journalist whose work has been featured on radio, TV, in print and online since 1997. He's the Publisher and Editor of MikeHagertyCars.com, and contributes car reviews to the Los Altos Town Crier and losaltosonline.com. Previous outlets have included KFBK and KFBK.com in Sacramento, California, the ABC television affiliates and Hearst-Argyle and Emmis radio stations in Phoenix, Arizona; AAA magazines for Arizona, Oklahoma, Northwest Ohio, South Dakota and the Mountain West and BBCCars.com.

The monster truck Grave Digger in action.

Posted April 23, 2021 LifeStyle

The History of Monster Trucks

The monster truck might just be the most American thing ever. Learn here where these beasts came from and what the sport is all about.

A snow blower in use.

Posted April 17, 2021 Know How

How to “Winterize” a Snow Blower

Just like your other motorized tools and toys, a snow blower needs to be properly stored in its off-season. Let’s look at how to “winterize” a snow blower.

Cleaning supplies on the roof of a car in a garage.

Posted April 16, 2021 Know How

How to Get Tar Off a Car

The road can be a dirty place for your vehicle’s fresh clean finish. Let’s talk about how to get tar off a car.

A shock absorber as seen from under the car.

Posted April 5, 2021 Maintenance

Replacing Shock Absorbers: Three Tips

Does your car steer a bit less precisely or ride a bit bumpier than it once did? If so, that means it’s time for new shock absorbers.

A black Toyota Supra Turbo.

Posted March 31, 2021 Know How

What Will Be A Collector Car? Playing The Long Game

Buying a collector car can be exciting, but you should think carefully before jumping into the game, as a return on your investment is not guaranteed.

An electrical generator from a side view.

Posted March 21, 2021 Maintenance

Four Generator Maintenance Tips

Your portable generator requires maintenance to be ready when the time comes. Here we’ll discuss proper generator maintenance to help keep the power on.

A Formula E electric racing car.

Posted March 13, 2021 LifeStyle

What Is Formula E?

Formula E is a growing sport with worldwide TV coverage and major automaker support. If you’re wondering what it’s all about, you can learn more here.

Brown hardboard pegboard.

Posted March 7, 2021 Know How

How to Install Pegboard

Do you have tools scattered all around the garage? Here we’ll talk about how to install pegboard for better organization of your tools.

A car with staggered wheels.

Posted February 9, 2021 Know How

What Are Staggered Wheels?

Ready to up your performance and make your car a looker to boot? Here we discuss staggered wheels and why you might consider this setup on your vehicle.

A pickup truck tows a trailer.

Posted January 22, 2021 Know How

How Truck Airbags Can Help You Safely Tow More

How about another set of truck airbags? Not the kind that inflates during an accident, but the kind that can help you tow. Learn more here.