The Car Culture Wiki

Welcome to the The Car Culture Wiki
This wiki is a growing information database about cars, car repair, and car modification. Anyone is welcome to share their experience and knowledge about automobiles to the world

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Introduction
The Automobile has become an integral part of American everyday life. Although many people often view the modern 21st century car as no more than an appliance that they know little about, this website is dedicated to those who are car enthusiasts, petrolheads, professional and amateur racers, or even the everyday person looking for information on basic car mechanics, repair, and advice. This wiki serves as a database of information about car brands, repair, and modificiation that is open to all to edit and learn from.

Within this wiki, you will find a plethora of information, from general information about cars to very specific guides about certain makes and models of cars. Furthermore, there will be an open forum open to anyone to join and discuss. For questions about car repair to simply a cool automobile-related video, the Car Culture Forum is the place to do it.

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Contents
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General Categories:
The Future of Cars

Modern Cars

Classic and Obscure Cars

How Cars Work

Car Repair

Automotive Racing

Other:
The Car Culture Forums

User Galleries

Additional Resources

About Us/Introductory Video

Assignments

Business Information/Buisness Plan

Featured Article: The Future of Cars
Much of current discussion about transportation and cars often revolves around alternative fuel sources. However, it is important to realize that there are many other recent and future developments that are not necessarily related to alternatively powered vehicles. For years, manufacturers, aftermarket companies, and enthusiasts have constantly been producing new technologies to improve the functionality, convenience and performance of cars. Today, the increasing prevalence of on-board computers, new technologies, and data connectivity has changed the way people interact with and think about improving their cars.

There are two primary fields in which automotive technologies have developed: the integration of computing and data systems and the new use of certain materials. Nearly all of those interested in automotive development, including manufacturers, the aftermarket, and enthusiasts have all contributed to these changes. For example, manufacturers have been increasing the usage of aluminum, carbon fiber, magnesium, and other “space age” materials into various components of a car. The aftermarket has done similar things, especially in racing technologies.

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