Jason Siu

Jason Siu
The best towels for drying and detailing your car

Giving your car a proper wash means having the right tools for the job. That includes a pressure washer, a foam cannon, your favorite car wash soap, wheel cleaner, and a wheel brush. All of these work to get the dirt and grime off your car, but once you’re done washing, you need the right […]

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Do I need a Level 2 home charger for my Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid?

The all-new 2023 Kia Niro PHEV has quickly become an appealing option in the plug-in hybrid market, offering up to 33 miles of all-electric range — a noticeable bump from the previous model’s 26 miles. Powered by a 1.6-liter, four-cylinder engine paired with a 62-kW electric motor, the Niro PHEV delivers a total system output […]

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Do I need a Level 2 home charger for my Toyota Prius Prime?

As the plug-in hybrid variant of the popular Toyota Prius, the Prius Prime offers an EPA-estimated driving range of 25 miles in EV Mode from its 8.8-kWh battery pack. The vehicle comes with a charging cable that offers Level 1 charging speeds and can be plugged into your standard 120-volt household outlet. In this post, […]

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The best baby car mirrors to keep an eye on your little one

If you’re a new parent or expecting to become one, you’re probably staring down an overwhelming checklist of items you need before that first trip home from the hospital. Driving with a newborn infant can be stressful if it’s your first child, and one often overlooked accessory is a baby car mirror. Designed to help […]

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The best rooftop cargo carriers to expand your storage

If you often go on road trips and find your vehicle’s cargo capacity insufficient, it’s time to consider a rooftop cargo carrier — assuming your vehicle can accommodate one. Rooftop cargo carriers typically come in one of two forms: a hard-shelled exterior box or a soft rooftop bag. There are some carriers that are made […]

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The best ice scrapers and snow brushes to deal with winter

Winter is a particularly harsh time for owning and driving a vehicle. If you live somewhere that experiences a lot of snow and below freezing temperatures during the winter season, you know how inconvenient it can be just to get your car out of the driveway. To make your life just a bit easier, we’ve […]

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The best headlight restoration kits get rid of that haze

If you own an EV, there’s a really good chance that you’re going to keep it for many years. That means eventually oxidation will cause your headlights to look cloudy or even yellow and that’s just an eyesore. More importantly, faded headlights can affect your nighttime visibility and ultimately your safety on the road. According […]

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The best car wash soaps to keep your EV clean

I always find it interesting to read online discussions about car wash soap. For many car owners, all car wash soaps are the same, and the one they use doesn’t matter. For others, they’ll stick to a few reputable choices and maybe even just one brand. Generally, once you get “good enough” results from your […]

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The best car waxes to keep your EV smooth and shiny

For decades, the car wax market was mostly stagnant. The car wax your parents used probably wasn’t much different from the wax you started using on your first car. However, in recent years, the market has seen a bit of a shift, thanks to the growing popularity of ceramic coating. Originally left to professionals and […]

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The best interior cleaners to keep your cabin spotless

One of the major benefits of owning an EV is that you’re spending less money on general maintenance for your vehicle. You don’t have to worry about oil changes, radiator fluid, fuel filters, or belt changes. Unfortunately, no matter how advanced your EV is, there’s no such thing as a self-cleaning interior (yet). That means […]

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