Aftermarket Accessories & Customization

Even if you're not a car enthusiast, you might still want to consider one of these modifications to make your ride the best on the block.

By Cherise Threewitt

A car is an extension of the person driving it. And if you want to make your car as unique as you are, there are an almost infinite number and variety of add-ons. But which accessories could be hazardous?

By Garth Sundem

One of the first things a car-theft expert will advise you to do is to clear out any trace of gadgets and accessories that might be resold easily. But can suction cup marks on your windshield attract thieves, too?

By Jacob Clifton

Many bad things can happen to you while in a car. It's the job of manufacturers, governments and your common sense to ensure that they don't. So what makes some car accessories extra unsafe?

By Garth Sundem

Just like any other expensive asset, a car brings with it a secondary cost -- the risk of theft. Thankfully, today's modern security systems run the gamut; read on to learn about 10 of them.

By Wesley Fenlon

There's a world of performance car audio out there. But you don't have to spend thousands if you know how the top 10 pieces of audio equipment can help you get the most out of your car's setup.

By Wesley Fenlon

Think engines are the only things car enthusiasts push to the limits? Think again. There are car audio competitions that pit stereos and speakers against one another to determine whose setup produces the best sound of all. Does your sound system have what it takes?

By Wesley Fenlon

So you've decided to get a security system for car and have no idea where to start. Perhaps you're even thinking of a tracking a recovery system. But are they worth the cost?

By Wesley Fenlon

Going low with a vehicle is a tradition that crosses over into many cultures, and many drivers outside of lowriding lanes take the drop as well. But with so many methods to actually lower a car, which is the correct way?

By Terri Briseno

If you're hoping to put some distance between your car and the road, or if you're trying to get a little closer to it, either way is doable. There are several common ways to raise or lower your vehicle profile -- see which one is right for you.

By Terri Briseno