Sandy B
Vehicle History Writer
About
Sandy B. has written for The New York Times, Cleveland Magazine, and many online publications. She long-ago ditched the minivan life for the off-roading Ford Explorer (and hoping to restore a Shelby Mustang!)
About
Sandy B. has written for The New York Times, Cleveland Magazine, and many online publications. She long-ago ditched the minivan life for the off-roading Ford Explorer (and hoping to restore a Shelby Mustang!)
Articles
The Ford Coyote engine is often talked about but sometimes misunderstood. This is a Ford Modular engine with ample power and performance. If you’re thinking about rebuilding one or you’re investing in...
Feb 9, 2021
Buying a Jeep often means big plans – a mountain trail, a beach, or just getting back and forth to work with a bit of extra fun in your car. Yet, there are a lot of options. How do you choose? One key...
Feb 9, 2021
When you buy a muscle car, you want a big engine, with huge horsepower opportunities and one that sounds pretty cool, too. That’s why you may be interested in the Dodge Demon engine. While it’s no...
Feb 9, 2021
Just how does Tesla hit those big performance numbers and speed rates with an electric engine? The Tesla engine is one of the most interesting of all of the currently used motors. That may be why you...
Feb 9, 2021
Are you thinking it’s time to finally buy the Ford Mustang GT you’ve always wanted? There’s no doubt this vehicle has plenty of specs to offer today’s driver whether you want a true sports car or a...
Feb 7, 2021
Most manufacturers release vehicles that are designed to be long-lasting and reliable, but problems can arise once drivers start using them. This is true for the Jeep Grand Cherokee. There are some...
Jan 27, 2021
Whether buying a new or used vehicle, owners expect to find a car that’s reliable with highly tested and quality components. That would be true for Subaru head gaskets. Most cars can develop problems,...
Jan 27, 2021
When purchasing a new vehicle, such as a Ford, you are trusting the company to include the best parts and components. Problems can happen in some vehicles with specific components including the...
Jan 27, 2021
Jeep, like most other manufacturers, has invested heavily in ensuring vehicles are safe for drivers. Yet, sometimes, before buying a vehicle, you want to know about any customer complaints or concerns...
Jan 27, 2021
If you are thinking about buying a safe and reliable car, the last thing you want to hear about is the potential for transmission problems. Most manufacturers ensure there are no concerns, but...
Jan 27, 2021
The Dodge Ram 1500 is a powerful vehicle that has had a good reputation. It is a respected manufacturer of safety and reliability. Yet, even in vehicles like this, there can be problems that develop...
Jan 26, 2021
Investing in a new vehicle is a big decision, but trusting the manufacturer should be a given. Even from reputable makers like Jeep with its Grand Cherokee, problems can develop. Sometimes they are...
Jan 26, 2021
When new vehicles are released, manufacturers often have invested a significant amount of time and money into ensuring their stability and safety. Problems happen with all vehicles, including the...
Jan 26, 2021
The Nissan Murano has received a lot of positive attention for its features and security. Yet, like all vehicles, some problems develop over time, and when they do, consumers need to know about them...
Jan 26, 2021
Buying a vehicle with confidence seems like a normal expectation. Sometimes, manufacturers like Nissan cannot predict problems that occur in their vehicles, including the Pathfinder. These concerns...
Jan 26, 2021
Ford is a well-respected name of vehicles with a long history of producing reliable products. Yet, even these vehicles, like F-150 and Focus, can have problems. That includes concerns with specific...
Jan 26, 2021
Most vehicles have a few problems from time to time, even when manufacturers aim to create a very reliable vehicle. The Honda Accord, by and large, is reliable in that way. Problems can develop in...
Jan 26, 2021
Making an investment in a new vehicle means understanding the quality, reliability, and safety of it. Even respected manufacturers and vehicles, like the Toyota RAV, have problems. Sometimes the...
Jan 26, 2021
There’s no doubt you buy a car expecting it to be in the best condition for safety and reliability. Problems can happen. Some, like the Nissan Altima acceleration problems, are reported by consumers...
Jan 26, 2021
When buying a used car, it’s common to be leery about its history and condition of it. You want a safe and reliable vehicle from a manufacturer you can trust, like Ford. Many vehicles have problems...
Jan 26, 2021
Most drivers want to buy a safe and reliable vehicle. They trust manufacturers to provide that. The problem is, even trusted manufacturers like Nissan can have trouble. There are Nissan Altima...
Jan 26, 2021
Many vehicles have problems with key components like the transmission. Manufacturers like Jeep make their vehicles as safe as possible. Yet, some problems do not become evident until the vehicle is...
Jan 26, 2021
One of the main components of most vehicles is the transmission. Before buying a new or used car, it’s a good idea to learn as much as you can about its reliability, including the transmission or...
Jan 23, 2021
If you plan to buy a new or pre-owned vehicle, you really want to know what problems exist with it, if any. Most cars will have some customer complaints and service requirements. That’s true for the...
Jan 23, 2021
You’re ready to buy a car. You assume it’s reliable and safe to drive. Like most vehicles, Chrysler 300 problems exist. While not all customer complaints warrant a recall, they can be important to you...
Jan 23, 2021