Joel Patel
The Manual
Baltimore, MD, United States
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The Best Tire Shines for Your Car in 2022: A Buying Guide
Using a good tire shine can help protect your tires from regular wear and debris, while making them pop. These are the best seven tire shines to try in 2022. → Read More
BMW M2 returns with 453 hp and a puppy-scaring mug
BMW’s smallest and most affordable M car returns with more parts from the pricier and more powerful M3 and M4 twins. → Read More
2022 Ford Maverick Lariat: The People’s Truck
The Ford Maverick ditches towing and payload capacity to focus on being a comfortable, affordable, and efficient pickup truck that's easy to drive. → Read More
How to Wash Your Car at Home
Sure you can take the car to the car wash, but it's not as good as if you did it yourself. We've put together a quick list of how to wash your car at home. → Read More
Follow These Tire Maintenance Tips for Long-Lasting Tires
Tire maintenance is just as important as gas and oil. Follow these tips to get the maximum out of your tires without sacrificing safety. → Read More
2021 Jaguar F-Pace R Dynamic S: A Primal Attraction
The Jaguar F-Pace is a different type of SUV, emphasizing styling and handling at the forefront of what it does best to feel like a unique option. → Read More
2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk: The Refined, Luxurious Off-Roader
Offering go-anywhere capability in a luxurious package that has plenty of space, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is an all-new model that has broad appeal. → Read More
How To Organize Your Garage Using These 5 Tips
You don’t have to be wealthy to have a functional garage where you can work on cars and store bulky items. With these tips, you can have an organized garage. → Read More
2022 Volkswagen Jetta GLI: Still Good Fun
The Volkswagen Jetta GLI trades outright speed for everyday comfort and usable performance. → Read More
2021 Lexus LS 500 Review: A Far Cry From the Original
The Lexus LS500 fits in with other large luxury sedans with a comfortable ride and an exquisite interior, but fails to wow like the original LS from the '90s. → Read More
2021 Land Rover Defender 90 First Edition Review
The new Land Rover Defender does things the Jeep Wrangler and Ford Bronco can't, while maintaining the old model's attitude. → Read More
2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance, a Blast From the Past
By channeling the past, the Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance brings back the V8 in a comfortable, character-filled cruiser. → Read More
2022 Kia Carnival Review: An Affordable Private Jet
The Carnival is a mobile amusement park with an interior that might be too nice for children. Get ready y’all, the minivan revolution is here. → Read More
Porsche Cayman GT4 RS Goes Ballistic With 493-HP 911 GT3 Engine
Porsche finally shoved the 911 GT3’s engine into a Cayman, resulting in the bonkers 718 Cayman GT4 RS that's ready for the track. → Read More
2021 Hyundai Veloster N Review: A Hot Hatch With Anger Issues
An 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission brings an even more raucous side of the Hyundai Veloster N out. One that lets your inner child raise some hell. → Read More
Ferrari BR20 Is a One-off, V12-Powered Coupe Based on the GTC4Lusso
Ferrari’s Special Projects team took an unlikely candidate, the GTC4Lusso, and chopped the roof and jerked out the rear seats to create a gorgeous coupe. → Read More
The 9 Best Motorcycles for First-Time Buyers
Looking to get into riding? For new riders, small motorcycles with usable amounts of power are the way to go. These are our top choices for new riders. → Read More
2021 Ram TRX Review: A Supertruck fit for a Villain
The Hellcat engine is like Superman’s alter ego, turning the 2021 Ram TRX into a villain. → Read More
Bugatti Solidifies Its Spot as Hypercar King With Track-Only Bolide
The radical, track-only Bugatti Bolide concept that came out in December 2020 will actually be put into production. → Read More
The 6 Best SUVs Available On Sale In 2021
These are the best SUVs available in 2021, regardless of what you plan to do with the extra ground clearance and interior space. → Read More