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.

Exploring a Car’s CAN Bus Data

Exploring a Car’s CAN Bus Data

See how a car’s data logs can be accessed via a CAN bus connector and the sorts of things you can learn from it.

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This Week in Making: New Planets, Voice Control, and 3D Printed Action Figures

This Week in Making: New Planets, Voice Control, and 3D Printed Action Figures

See the faces of open source, discover three crowdfunding campaigns to watch, and check out newly discovered planets.

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Return of the MakeShift Challenge: Dead Car Battery

Return of the MakeShift Challenge: Dead Car Battery

You’re 50 miles into the woods, your car battery is dead, and a snowstorm is coming. What would MacGyver do?

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13 Awesome Mechanics Shop Tips

A collection of extremely useful auto mechanics (and general) shop tips.

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First Person View Driving Rig for an R/C Car

First Person View Driving Rig for an R/C Car

Turn an old video game racing wheel into a VR racing game using a real R/C car.

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15 Ingredients for Building the Perfect Food Truck

Start up your mobile eatery with a customized food truck. Here are 15 things you’ll want to consider.

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