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Originally posted by: admin on 25 October 22 @ 05:29 PM EST The CarCynic isn’t just Cynical about Cars. The CarCynic also prefers classic and unique trucks over the “contemporary” offerings. So when the CarCynic went shopping for something to haul his DJ equipment to car shows, you can be pretty sure the CarCynic didn’t buy…
Originally posted by: carcynic on 11 January 13 @ 09:40 PM EST Here’s a Search Query I saw in the logs of Carcynic.com recently: “why are 2CV good off road”. It may not be good grammar, but it’s a good question (Actually it’s 2 questions, as we will see), so I thought I’d answer it…
The Helping Seniors of Brevard 2023 Car Raffle is in full swing. In this photo, the CarCynic (Orange T-Shirt) volunteers as a camera man for the filming of the 2023 Dodge vs. Chevy Challenge. The Dodge vs. Chevy Challenge is a fun way to draw attention to the raffle and point out that the winner…
I was going to write an article about about Tesla (and other Electric Vehicle owners) having angry exchanges at EV charging stations. I witnessed one two of these episodes personally. In the episodes I witnessed, a Tesla owner was angry at another Tesla owner for leaving his vehicle in a charging spot after charging was…
Originally posted by: carcynic on 14 March 13 @ 11:03 PM EST With all the news about the newly elected pope, a few things caught my attention. Citroën makes a big deal out of it’s cars’ associations with famous people, including Popes. In a despicable attempt to capitalize on the Papal election (You know, kinda…
Car Dealers — Both Large Dealerships associated with the Major Manufactures, and smaller “By Here – Pay Here” used car dealers are violating Manufacture’s Recommendations, and potentially causing future damage. Most Performance Sedans, as well as lots of other vehicles with new technology or high-output engines, require Full Synthetic Oil. Close Manufacturing Tolerances, High Temperatures,…
Originally posted by: carcynic on 01 October 12 @ 10:10 PM EST Think the economy is in the toilet? Are you or someone in your family out of work and can’t find a job? Wonder why? Part of the reason may be in your driveway. Today’s cars are smart. We don’t have to figure out…
Originally posted by: carcynic on 05 June 12 @ 08:37 PM EST This is a continuation of an article about the Safety of driving a Citroën 2CV. The first part of this article is here. Read it first. It also includes an interesting video produced by Citroen in the 1970’s. This is an article about Automotive Safety. To find…
Originally posted by: carcynic on 24 May 12 @ 10:46 PM EST Driving and the Integral of Danger Here at CarCynic.com, one thing we’re not cynical about is automotive safey. When we discuss driving/automotive safety we’re going to mention something called the Integral of Danger. The point of the Integral of Danger is to attempt…
Originally posted by: admin on 22 February 14 @ 09:10 PM EST The Carcynic’s Award-Winning Classic Automobiles are available for movies and commercials. It’s a great way to give authenticity to European, Eastern European or 1960s/70s USA sets or scenes. The CarCyinc’s garage is minutes from Central Florida Film Studios. Static or Moving. Terms Negotiable….