Cars That Think

NOVEMBER 28, 2021

That successful mission in August 2018 was a huge step toward our goal of sending an amateur astronaut to the edge of space aboard one of our DIY rockets. The trickiest part, the double-curved "throat" section that connects the combustion chamber to the exhaust nozzle, requires computer-controlled machining equipment that we don't have.

DIY 140

DIY Engine Design Exhaust 140

Cars That Think

MAY 7, 2022

If I could just connect the HVAC system to my iPhone, I could control it from anywhere. We were never going to break into that old boys’ club. It connected to your phone. This needed to be an easy DIY project, a quick upgrade. They were buying a $249 thermostat—they were expecting a different kind of experience.

Tahoe 97

Tahoe Google Installation Building 97

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 30, 2022

The electric-power steering was properly tuned to feel connected to the road, making for a fun drive that is more similar to a crossover than a truck. FordPass Connect offers convenience features such as remote door lock and unlock, remote keyless entry and engine start. All of this resulted in minimal cabin noise.

Ford 89

Ford Hybrid MPG Fuel Economy 89