Writer Jules Verne, in his 1874 book The Mysterious Island, made this statement: “I believe that water will one day be employed as fuel, that hydrogen and oxygen which constitute it, used singly or together, will furnish an inexhaustible source of heat and light, of an intensity of which coal is not capable.” Well, if…
In years past, automobiles were not always made of metal. They have been made of plastics, canvas, and even wood. In fact, during World War II, when metal was needed for national defense, the wooden car became very popular, and that popularity continues even today. The Family First Site looks at a site that features…
When I was growing up in the 60’s, it was common for teenagers to tinker with their cars. You know, tune them up, adjust the timing, tweak the carbouretor, anything to get some extra horsepower. Then it was time to race, to see who was the best and the baddest. Well, those days are in…
Yesterday, Family First visited a site that was intended to help automobile owners keep their vehicles maintained and running. Today it struck me, what if someone is just looking for a car. Where do they start? What can they do to figure out if they are paying too much (or too little) for a car?…
With the end of the Christmas vacation approaching, thoughts should start to turn to transportation, both for our automobiles and the ones our kids use to get too school with. It can save a lot of heartache later if you take care of the little things now. With all the cold weather that is happening…
Automobiles have long been a focal point of our society. Whether as transportation, or racing, or just cruising around town, there have been many varied styles and models over the years. Just as computer technology has changed our lives, technology has changed the way our cars operate and perform. But it is interesting to take…
In years past, automobiles were not always made of metal. They have been made of plastics, canvas, and even wood. In fact, during World War II, when metal was needed for national defense, the wooden car became very popular, and that popularity continues even today. The Family Site looks at a site that features that…
Many parents and caregivers unknowingly put their family’s lives in serious danger. Knowing how to prevent home fires and teaching children what to do in the event of a fire can save their lives. Today’s FamSite looks at a site that is dedicated to preventing the unthinkable from happening. Called National Safe Kids Campaign, this…
Working on computers is like working on cars. You tweak a little here, tweak a little there, and before you know it, you have a real scream demon. But you can’t always run to the local auto parts shop or computer shop for that matter. That is where today’s FamSite can be a big help….
Automobiles have long been a focal point of our society. Whether as transportation, or racing, or just cruising around town, there have been many varied styles and models over the years. Just as computer technology has changed our lives, technology has changed the way our cars operate and perform. But it is interesting to take…