TODD A. JENSEN
Table of Contents
Introduction 1
1. Aftermarket 7
2. Alternative Fuels 17
3. Research and Buying 28
4. Repair and Service 41
5. Blogs 47
6. Clubs 58
7. Forums 81
8. Classics and Hot Rods 89
9. Collectibles 101
10. Driving 112
11. Print and Electronic Publications 119
12 Personal Sites 130
13. Racing 138
14. Search Engines 147
15. Careers 153
16. Industry News 161
17. Affiliate Programs 166
18. Other Websites 176
19. Manufacturer Listings 187
20. Newsgroups 197
Description
For anyone buying a new car, restoring an old favorite, collecting license plates or looking for motorsports information, the internet is the place to go and this is the book to help you get there. Now with over 650 internet addresses, this expanded and updated guide provides detailed descriptions and reviews of the biggest, best and most interesting automotive websites on the net. Beginning with a brief internet history and helpful hints, it aids the novice (or not so novice) user in picking through the countless automotive sites on the internet. Websites are arranged by topics such as aftermarket, alternative fuels, collectibles, classics, vehicle buying, racing, and many others. Resources listed include particularly notable personal homepages, forums, chat rooms and newsgroups. Listed sites are chosen for content, navigability, presentation and overall appeal with careful omission of any websites containing inappropriate or offensive elements. The work is fully indexed for easy reference.
About the Author
Todd A. Jensen is an automotive writer in Stockbridge, Wisconsin. He also restores cars and collects automotive memorabilia.
This Internet guide to automotive subjects-from pricing a new minivan to repairing a '56 Studebaker-presents over 400 World Wide Web addresses, with 240 detailed descriptions of the most informative, innovative, or entertaining web sites. Extensive listings of sites for automotive newsgroups and manufacturers are also provided. The guide includes a brief history of cars and trucks action on the Internet. Sites are arranged by topics, such as purchasing a vehicle, chat rooms, aftermarket suppliers, auto clubs, collectibles, racing, publications, and more.
