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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From 1965 to 1968, the Plymouth Barracuda was a very popular muscle car in the U.S. What caused the manufacturer to stop producing this powerful model?
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V4 engines are still commonplace in certain high performance motorcycles, but decades ago, were more widely used in commuter sports cars and race cars.
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AAA has been helping drivers with roadside assistance for decades, but here are five services the company offers that most people don't know about.
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It's safe to say that the Wrangle is one of the most well-known Jeeps every made but which generation is the best? Here's the ranking worst to best.
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Dodge has played a pivotal role over the years showcasing the power of American muscle cars, with many innovative Mopar engines powering them for decades.
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Honda's Super Cub is the best-selling vehicle of all time. This is where it came from and what makes it special.
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Chevy has built some powerful cars over the years, and these five classic models had the long-lived and beloved 350-cubic inch small-block V8 under their hoods.
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The Mopar 360 engine was used in several Chrysler vehicles, as well as many from its subsidiaries. Not all years were created alike, however.
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A classic car owner knows how important it is to care for the engine, which is why a cleaning accessory like Sea Foam will help keep things running smoothly.
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The Indian Roadmaster offers riders myriad perks and accessories, as well as a seriously powerful engine, that make touring an absolute blast.
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While the company is no longer in production today, Oldsmobile was a known name in the car industry for decades. Here are five the most popular models.
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Knowing how your car's fuel pump operates is always helpful, but here are very convenient ways to check if it is broken or has stopped working.
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Kawasaki's Ninja HTR is jaw-dropping, but it costs nearly $60,000. Fortunately, Kawasaki offers a number of affordable motorcycles you can get instead.
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Have you decided to learn to drive a manual? It may feel tricky as a beginner, but with these tips and some practice, you'll be shifting smoothly in no time.
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Mazda has always embraced the rotary engine, and many of its classics feature the most innovative takes on engines in the past century.
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Back in the day, even the iconic Fold Model T had some competition. Here's everything we know about the Series H-2 Royal Mail from Chevrolet.
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It can be frustrating and confusing when your vehicle cranks but doesn't start. When this happens, before going to a mechanic, check these things first.
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There is no questioning the legendary status of the Mustang, but when it came to performance, the 1967 Firebird left the Mustang choking on its exhaust fumes.
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German engineering has produced plenty of cool muscle cars just as capable of pinning drivers against their seatbacks as any Mustang, Roadrunner, or Cutlass.
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In its heyday, Dodge made some formidable muscle cars that could actually be driven on public roads, and it's high time they receive more attention.
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There's no denying the 1964 Pontiac GTO's place in automobile history, but what attributes made this muscle car arguably the biggest legend of its era?
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We won't see a Cadillac pickup truck anytime soon, but you could always build your own like the crew at a Miami garage did with their Silverado-Escalade mashup.
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Canoo's electric pickup truck certainly looks like it was designed to handle a long haul, but just how far will this automobile be able to travel?
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If you're looking for a fun restoration project, these classic Pontiacs will not only look great with TLC and elbow grease, but they also won't cost a fortune.
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The U.S. has its fair share of popular pickup trucks, but there are some really cool models sold around the world that we just can't get our hands on yet.
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For a brief period in the late 1960s, the Chevy Nova was as popular as any muscle car. Let's take a look under the hood and learn about this car's engines.
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You likely can't get parts for your classic Chevy at the local auto parts store, but here are several alternative methods ranging from local to online options.