As lovers of motorized things, the garage is one of the places that we spend a great deal of our time in. However, at the same time, it is also a place of convergence, a large area of square-footage fought over by storage, tools and clear working space. Unless you are of a small minority [...]

They say that it’s always good to be busy, however, it is also a sign that you are at the right place. Muffler-Tech is just such a shop that is a flurry of activity, and a busy shop in this day and age is most likely one you can count on. People don’t flock to [...]

COMPANY INFO COMPANY: 360 FABRICATIONS OWNERS: RICK AND DARYL FRANCOEUR ADDRESS: 31450 PEARDONVILLE RD • ABBOTSFORD, B.C. TEL: 1-604-859-3608 WEBSITE: 360FABRICATION.COM WHAT THEY DO: FABRICATORS OF WORLD CLASS HOT RODS, MUSCLE CARS AND SHOW CARS   PP: So, we’re back at the 360 Fabrication shop, and if there is one thing that is standing out, [...]

When it comes to wheels, it can be pretty hard to know exactly where to start. Often, people head to their favourite website for information, but it’s all too easy to end up going around and around in endless circles and all you might get for your troubles is a spinning head… and no wheels. [...]

In a world that is rapidly being taken over by mega-corporations flaunting their products in monotonous franchise outlets, it’s nice to know that there are still a few shops out there that stay true to their roots and take local customer service seriously. Tiger Automotive is one of those shops that has bucked that current [...]

They say that heat is energy, and in order to store as much energy as possible you need to harness that heat. In the automotive world nothing is closer from the truth, as your engine is nothing more than a large air pump that produces a massive amount of heat. If one can harness and [...]

Like most people who have turned their passion for building cool cars into a business, Ryan Ladret picked up the car bug from his father early on in life. Said to be wheel crazy, Ladret was riding anything with four wheels from the time he could walk, including an Electrolux vacuum. He then began to [...]

Monza Auto, Calgary, AB If there is one thing you can say about Italians, it is that they are a very passionate people. And one of the things Italians hold closest to their hearts are their automobiles. Italian built cars exude sex appeal and glorious engine tones, while racing is regarded nearly on the same [...]

It’s no secret that hard times have hit the auto industry, both for new car manufacturers and also for those who build and restore older vehicles as well. And while the ranks have thinned as of late, one company has done the unexpected and have actually expanded their operations in a bid to become Canada’s [...]

Rick Bartok is what you would call a specialist. He’s chosen a direction in life, and has stuck to his decision the whole way, specializing in his trade and sticking to strict morals. That trade is metal and bodywork, and few people in this industry can do what Rick is capable of doing. Not only [...]