Hacker’s Haven of Tom Magliozzi
An appreciation for Tom Magliozzi, co-host of NPR’s Car Talk and co-founder of an early tool-sharing space, Hacker’s Haven
Cars
Being a maker doesn’t stop at the doorstep. There are tons of DIY car hacks you can use to upgrade, restore, or optimize your ride – all without relying on expensive mechanics! Whether it’s installing a hands-free device for your entertainment center or adding additional lighting for headlights, these do-it-yourself car hacks are just perfect for makers who enjoy customizing their automobiles in unique and innovative ways.
Toyota’s Unveils New Maker Vehicle Concept — to Makers
If cars define our culture, this event could be an indication of where our culture is headed.
Folding VR Racing Rig
Maybe you like racing games. Many people do, and some buy an off-the-shelf wheel and pedals to enhance the experience. For some though, this isn’t nearly good enough, and in this case, Redditer Veriix decided to build a fold-away rig to use to get approval from the rest of the family. Besides the “dissapearing” feature, […]
Popcorn Covered Volkswagen
Does your car need a new paint job? Have you consider skipping the paint and reaching for the popcorn instead? That’s what a student at The Braunschweig University of Art in Germany seems to have done to a Volkswagon.
How-To: Dashboard Baking
Here’s how to make the most of your car’s excruciatingly hot dashboard with an ingenious tutorial from the infamous Mikeasaurus of Instructables.
The blueShift Custom Tachometer
Not satisfied with the stock tachometer on your car? You could buy an aftermarket kit, but for something truly unique, Pete Mills decided to design and build his own. He calls his creation “blueShift,” which, although possibly optimistic about the speed he will be able to achieve in his Ford Fiesta, is, nonetheless, incredibly cool. […]
Latch-Hooked “Car On Fire” Rug
This latch-hooked rug called “Car On Fire” by Lou Joseph was nestled amongst the chrome and rubber yesterday at Maspeth’s World of Wheels.
