Joe Capraro
Location
Port Republic, NJ
School
Brookdale Community College, University Of Massachusetts, University Of Texas
Expertise
Apple Products, Space Exploration, Vintage Jeeps
- Joe has covered automotive technology and auto racing for various websites, as well as writing extensively about television, movies, sports, and politics.
- Joe had previous careers in IT and as an auto mechanic.
- He has restored several older Jeeps and International Scouts and driven some of them across the US, Canada, and Mexico.
Experience
Joe worked in tech support throughout most of his 20s before following briefly in his grandfather's footsteps and working as an auto mechanic. He then went back to college and moved into journalism, putting his tech skills to use as the operations manager for an independent TV station in Idaho before rediscovering his passion for writing and combining it for his love for technology and machinery.
Education
Joe has a BA in broadcast journalism from the University of Massachusetts and an MA in photojournalism from the University of Texas.
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Stories By Joe Capraro
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A Weifang, China firm called Weichai Power has demonstrated a diesel engine that is up to 14% more efficient than existing diesel engines. Here are the details.
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It can be easy to find yourself lost in the world of car products, especially transmission fluid. What is Type F transmission fluid and is it for your car?
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Working on your car can require special tools. A transmission jack adaptor helps you drop your transmission with just a floor jack. Here's how it works.
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Who wouldn't want a classic Honda in their garage? These cheap models represent some of the best things about the automaker, but without breaking the bank.
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Like many cars made by manufacturers that own more than one brand, Chevy's Camaro and Pontiac's Firebird are very similar, but not exactly the same.
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When the dreaded day your engine gives out comes, you can save on costs by handling the rebuild yourself. Here are some common mistakes to avoid in the process.
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Pontiac didn't just make fast cars. It also put a careful emphasis on design. Here are some of the coolest graphics and decals the brand put on its cars.
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Ford's century-plus of crafting cars and the engines that power them have led to some very impressive pieces of machinery. These engines are Ford's best.
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If you need to bulk up your home tool kit, you'll be happy to know Lowes has a number of tools that can be had for under $25. Here are some of our favorites.
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If you've been around for nearly two decades like this piece of machinery, there's going to be good and bad years. Learn more about the Jeep 4.0L engine here.
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Chevy is probably most famous for the 350 and the LS series, but the company has had plenty of other great but underrated engines over the years.
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Diesel engines may not be as prevalent as they once were, but you don't have to head overseas in order to find a Japanese vehicle that has one.
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When it comes to a vehicle's suspension, most modern cars offer shocks and coil springs, though older vehicles used to employ leaf springs for road comfort.
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Toyan's model V8 engine kits are a great way to learn about how engines work. What better way to learn than building one by hand? But what can they be used for?
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When you've been around as long as Ford, you end up creating a whole lot of engines. These are the most underrated ones the company has made over the years.
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If your vehicle's engine goes out, your options are buying a new one, finding a used one, rebuilding, or a remanufactured engine from a company like Jasper.
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Makita teased a new 18-volt LXT cordless framing nailer at the World of Concrete exhibition in Las Vegas. Learn why this new tool has so many people excited.
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The 2TR-FE engine has been a staple in Toyota’s vans, pickups, and SUVs for nearly two decades. Here’s everything we know about the 2TR-FE.
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There are many recording apps to help record work meetings, classroom lectures, or even podcasts. But there's a lot more you can do to ensure great sound.
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The Samsung Frame TV costs a pretty penny, which evidently is a prime opportunity for Roku to offer a more affordable - and equally powerful - alternative.
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The 1966 Ford Mustang is just as popular today as it was when it was first released, but several engine options helped define the drivers who owned them.
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From the Corvette to the Impala, many Chevrolets need no introduction. Here are some of the most popular classics and what they're going for today.
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A long-awaited refresh to the Toyota 4Runner is on the way for 2025, boasting a new platform, new technology, and plenty of off-roading upgrades.
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Ford's first post-World War II model wasn't just a hit -- it also completely redefined the way automobiles were designed from that point forward.
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Taking on a restomod project doesn't have to be a bank-breaking effort, especially when thee classic Oldsmobile models are affordable and easy to find.
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Chrysler's third-generation 392 Hemi is popular, but has ended up having several fairly common issues. These are the problems you're most likely to see.
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The Mopar brand of engines was short lived, but still have had its share of highs and lows. Here's everything you need to know about the engines.